Sermons on Call To Examine:

Joy

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

The story of the shepherds we will examine a couple of issues concerning joy.

Joy Luke 2:7-2:15 • Later in Jesus’ ministry, He said He was here in part to bring joy! • John 15:11 “I have spoken these things to you so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete. • The story of the shepherds we will examine a couple of issues concerning joy. verse 7. I. Fear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abasalom: When Bitterness Consumes Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 2, 2013

This message examines how unresolved bitterness destroyed Abasalom's life.

In the United States it is quite common for those in power to make the headlines for all the wrong reasons. There’s nothing that seems to catch our attention like a good political scandal. There are several of these scandals that are forever etched in our minds. We were brought ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reverse Prayer

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 10, 2009

This sermon examines God’s pursuit of us and the prayer that results.

Have you ever caught yourself doing something in reverse? That happened to me on my first attempt at snow skiing. We were in Boone North Carolina and had chosen a beginner slope as a place to sharpen our skills. However, yours truly (out of control) skied onto a slope with a black diamon rating. A ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

So What's Wrong With Living Together?

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 3, 2013

In this sermon, we examine what the Bible says about cohabitation, and what the Bible says about marriage. The we examine the common reasons people give for why cohabitation is okay.

Introduction: A. How many of you remember the children’s playground song where you use the name of a boy and a girl whom you want to embarrass (we will use Jack and Jill). 1. It goes like this: Jack and Jill, Sitting in a tree, K-I-S-S-I-N-G, First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For A Great Move Of God (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 18, 2010

A sermon examining the necessary preparations while waiting for God to move.

PREPARING FOR A GREAT MOVE OF GOD Acts 1:6-11 (Antioch Baptist Church – Sunday February 22nd, 2025) Just before He ascended, Jesus had one final conversation with His Disciples. The intent of this conversation was to prepare them for the future. He told them about the pending arrival of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Longsuffering Of God

Contributed by Steve Klein on May 18, 2015

An examination of God's longsuffering, which both comforts and motivates us.

The Longsuffering of God Intro: Did you hear about the teacher who was helping one of her kindergarten students put his boots on? He asked for help and she could see why. With her pulling and him pushing, the boots still didn’t want to go on. When the second boot was on, she had worked up a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Vulture Christians Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 21, 2023

This series is about Christian types and the traits that define them. In this message we examine Vulture Christians. This message examines the vulture and its traits that are evident in how some Christians live.

Vulture Christians Scripture: Matthew 8:21-22; 10:33; James 2:17; Psalm 121:1-2 The title of my message this morning is “Vulture Christians.” Have you considered how often we compare people to members of the animal kingdom? At some point, most of us have compared people we know, and even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:21-22, James 2:17, Psalm 121:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction Series

Contributed by Christian Zorio on Jul 22, 2002

Introduction to the book of Philemon; examining the writer, recipient and reason for writing.

INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK OF PHILEMON Lessons of forgiveness from the life of Philemon INTRODUCTION The Background: · A young man – who will remain nameless o Grew up in a household where he was well taken care of. All of his needs were met. o He was encouraged to become a doctor or maybe even an ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lamb Selection Day

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 27, 2023

It is time to examine God's Passover lamb, Jesus.

Lamb Selection Day Americans love parades. We tune in to watch Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade, the Plymouth Parade, Bowl Game Parades, and Ticker Tape parades. I have participated in several parades in my life. My social club in high school put together a kazoo band for our Homecoming float in my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heaven

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 6, 2005

To examine what heaven will look like and the joy of going there.

SBC Philippi 4/24/05 am Rev. Jeff Simms Heaven Rev 21:3-7,15-27 Primary Purpose: To examine what heaven looks like and the joy of going there. I heard about one preacher who was preaching about heaven one Sunday. He was talking about the blessings of those who go to “the other side”. He ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:3-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Broken Relationship Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Oct 19, 2013

An examination of the people that Ezekiel had to preach to, and God's reaction.

Ezekiel 2:3 And He said to me: “Son of man, I am sending you to the children of Israel, to a rebellious nation that has rebelled against Me; they and their fathers have transgressed against Me to this very day. Israel was no longer a holy people. They were rebellious and had turned away ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 22, 2009

This sermon examines what it is that motivates Christians to live the Christian life.

Scripture For the past few weeks we have been studying Romans 12:1-2. In Romans 12 the Apostle Paul begins applying the doctrine that he has been teaching for the previous 11 chapters. Now, it is not that he has made no application in the previous 11 chapters; he has. However, as he begins chapter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Guiding Principles Of A Good Steward Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 16, 2006

This sermon examines some basic guiding principles of a good steward.

Scripture Today I am beginning a new series of messages titled, “Taking the ‘Stew’ Out of Stewardship.” Much of the material for this message comes from a book by Rod Rogers titled, Pastor Driven Stewardship: 10 Steps to Lead Your Church to Biblical Giving (Dallas, TX: Brown Books Publishing ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Necessary Steps On The Way Back Home (Part 1)

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 18, 2015

Examining the proper steps toward restoration to a right relationship with the Father.

Necessary Steps On The Way Back Home (Part I) Psalm 51:14-17 Some weeks back there was a post on Facebook about a young man who was lost and could not find his way back home. Tricia El-Sharkaway posted a picture with this description: "My children and I have known (this young man) for several ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Necessary Steps On The Way Back Home (Part 2)

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 19, 2015

Examining the proper steps toward returning to a right relationship with the Father.

Necessary Steps On The Way Back Home (Part II) Psalm 51:14-17 Last week my father and I drove to Springville to look at a car. The man who was trying to sell it gave me his address and I put the information in my GPS. My trusty little technological boss lady (GPS) took me right to Springville. At ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:14-17

Denomination: Baptist