Sermons on Call For Elders:

The Advent Call: Love Through Preparation Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 4, 2025

John the Baptist’s message to prepare for the arrival of Christ is put in three ways to first 1) Prepare (Mark 1:1-3), 2) Purify (Mark 1:4-5), and finally to 3) Proclaim (Mark 1:6-8).

Mark 1:1-8. [1:1] The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. [2] As it is written in Isaiah the prophet, "Behold, I send my messenger before your face, who will prepare your way, [3] the voice of one crying in the wilderness: 'Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Other

No More Excuses: Embrace Your Calling SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

The world may not see the fruits of our faith because we, like Moses, are hiding and making excuses instead of taking action. God often asks us to undertake challenging tasks. Will we trust Him? Do we respond with faith or excuses when God calls?

Last week, we heard a powerful message about faith and works. The pastor challenged us with the question, "Where's your fruit, Church?" Today, we will delve deeper into this question by examining Moses' response to God's call in Exodus chapter 3. Are there things holding us back from being as ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Topics: Faith, Action

The Wilderness Call (Matthew 4:1) Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Feb 23, 2026

The wilderness is not where God goes to abandon you. It is where He goes to reach you alone. This Lenten season is a divine appointment. Follow the Spirit in.

The Wilderness Call (Matthew 4:1) A Lent Morning Sermon, Day 2 Introduction Most of us spend our lives running from empty places. We fill every quiet moment with noise, every pause with a scroll, every silence with a podcast. We treat emptiness as a problem to solve. But what if God sees it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1, Hosea 2:14, Matthew 4:2, Luke 5:16, Romans 8:26, Matthew 4:3, Matthew 4:4, Job 23:12, Proverbs 30:5, Ephesians 6:17, Psalm 119:11, Philippians 4:19, Matthew 4:11, Lamentations 3:25, Luke 4:14, Isaiah 40:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Calls Things Into Being Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025

God, by the power of His word, brings into existence what is not, transforming the invisible into the visible.

THE GOD WHO CALLS THINGS INTO BEING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 4:17 As it is written, I have made thee a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even God, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were.” (Romans 4:17) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:17, Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Jesus Called Levi-Matthew Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Sep 10, 2025

Levi, also called Matthew, was a publican who collected Roman taxes from the Jews. One day Jesus came by Matthew's tax-collection site and said two simple words, "Follow Me". Levi did just that!

When Jesus Called Levi-Matthew, Luke 5 (This message is based on a sermon I preached at New Hope Baptist Church near Fulton, MO, on February 9, 2025 but is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: The Lord Jesus Christ picked 12 men to be His followers. We know the occupations of four (James, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond The Basics: A Call To Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 16, 2025

This is a sermon which contains a powerful and challenging call for every believer to grow beyond the basics of their faith.

Introduction: The Frustrated Teacher Imagine a passionate university professor, an expert in his field, who walks into his classroom, excited to teach his students the profound and complex principles of advanced calculus. He has prepared his lessons, eager to unveil the beauty and depth of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Is He Worthy? A Call To Worship And Hope

Contributed by Hylton Davidson on Sep 17, 2025

The Christian hymn, "Is He Worthy?" was written by Andrew Peterson. Andrew Peterson originally recorded the song, and it was later popularized by Chris Tomlin when he included it on his worship album “Holy Roar”.

Opening Prayer Lord, open our hearts to Your Word today. May we see Your glory, feel Your presence, and respond with worship. Speak to us through Scripture and song, and remind us that You alone are worthy. Amen. Introduction The Christian hymn, "Is He Worthy?" was written by Andrew ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The God Who Calls You By Name Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 17, 2025

God’s personal knowledge of and relationship with His children shows His love, purpose, and intimate involvement in our lives.

THE GOD WHO CALLS YOU BY NAME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:1 – “But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.” Supporting Texts: John 10:3-4; Exodus 3:4; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The 153 Fish Wake-Up Call Series

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Sep 26, 2025

As seasons shift, many of us need a reset with Jesus. John 21 shows the risen Christ meeting drifting disciples, filling empty nets, and inviting them to “come and have breakfast.” This isn’t box-checking; it’s returning to the One who seeks us, provides for us, and re-commissions us.

Can you feel it in the air? That subtle shift as summer fades into fall? Me either. But somehow every single store in all of existence seems to feel it as they’re already putting out Christmas decorations. I think by next year we’re going to see combo-fireworks stands selling candy canes and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 2: The Cave Is Part Of The Calling Series

Contributed by Rev Emmanuel O. Adejugbe on Jan 29, 2026

After the oil falls, the running begins. Most of us expect a palace, but David found a cave.The Cave of Adullam wasn't a detour; it was a divine classroom.

The Path Gets Darker Before It Gets Brighter You know what nobody tells you about destiny? "God often relocates us downward before He lifts us upward" After the anointing comes the running. After the moment God says "yes" comes the season where everything says "no." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Calling Us To Great Things!

Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026

NYC mission trip report

God is calling us to great things! NY mission trip recap We arrived at Laguardia Airport We could see the Mets stadium on the way to our hotel. We stayed at the Best Western in Jamaica, NY - Queens South Asian Center in Jackson Heights, NY Queens to teach ESL They use the Bible to teach ESL. Met a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:27-33, Numbers 14:1-10, Joshua 10:25

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Remember Our Call! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the unity of believers in Christ, their shared purpose to show His love to the world, and the importance of living in harmony, acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God.

Good morning, church family! I'm so grateful for the opportunity to gather with you all today, unified in our love for Christ and our desire to grow together in faith. As we dive into the Word today, we'll be focusing on Ephesians 4:4 and Micah 6:8, two scriptures that remind us of our unity in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4, Micah 6:8

Topics: Unity, Harmony

The Wake-Up Call From Complacency PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to dive deep into the words of Jesus found in Luke 16:19-31. I’m sure many of you are familiar with this parable, often referred to as the story of the rich man and Lazarus. It's a powerful tale that warns us about the danger of complacency, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Topics: Wake Up Call, All

Healing For The Whole Man

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 30, 2010

We are living in a time in which millions of people are exploring alternatives to traditional Western Medicine. This has been called an “holistic health explosion”. Many people are finding help in some of these alternative healing methods. But people are

Jeremiah 8:22 - Is there no ebalm in Gilead, Is there no physician there? Why then is there no recovery for the health of the daughter of my people? Introduction We are living in a time in which millions of people are exploring alternatives to traditional Western Medicine. This has been called an ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:22

Denomination: Baptist

Great Expectations

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jun 27, 2021

Having warned the elders of the Ephesian church about false teachers Paul also provides some final words of encouragement not the least of which is our everlasting inheritance.

OLActs20-Great Expectations Series: Acts: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Great Expectations Text: Acts 20:32-38 Date: June 27, 2021 Big Idea: The Bible talks about there being an inheritance for believers but what exactly does that mean? It was Dr. Seuss who said, “Don’t cry because it’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:30-38, Ephesians 1:11, Matthew 25:14-30