Sermons on Called To Serve:

The Call To Sainthood Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 19, 2024

As Christians, we are summoned to strive for sainthood. In this message Dr. Vorce initiates the conversation into the essence of a saint, the path to becoming a saint, embodying saintliness, and the hope of a saint. “...called to be saints:..” (Romans 1:7)

An Exegesis of Romans 1:7 To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. • Sainthood Defined: ONE SET APART, CONSECRATED, HOLY ONE... (Let’s see what the Commentators say…) • In the NT the word hagios, when used ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Calling On God Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

Calling on God

Psalm 55:1-17 16 Calling on God 1. His Desertion - His Prayer - 1 Give ear to my prayer, O God; His Problem - and hide not thyself from my supplication. His Plea - 2 Attend unto me, and hear me: His Protest - 2 I mourn in my complaint, and make a noise; 2. His Deception - His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

The Divine Call Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

The Divine Call

Psalm 98 The Divine Call 1. To Song - It's Trust - 1 O sing unto the Lord a new song; Jericho - Joshua 6:16 And it came to pass at the seventh time, when the priests blew with the trumpets, Joshua said unto the people, Shout; for the Lord hath given you the city. It's ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

God's Calling Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

We are all called by God to salvation and service, but we must learn to hear and answer His call amidst the interference in our lives.

Hey! Welcome! We're going to dive into some cool stories about Samuel and David and see what they can teach us about God's call in our lives. A.W. Tozer once said, 'God is looking for people through whom He can do the impossible. What a pity we only plan things we can do ourselves.' So, let's get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7

Topics: Divine Guidance, Spiritual Discernment, Faithful Obedience, Prophetic Calling

The Call Of Mary Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on May 8, 2024

Mary is unexpectedly chosen to be the mother of Jesus, the Savior of the world. Despite feeling unprepared, Mary humbly submits to God's plan. Mothers, like Mary, can handle their many roles with grace by having a humble spirit and being open to God's call on their lives.

Hey guys, happy Mother's Day weekend! Today, we're giving a shout-out to all the moms, grandmas, and all the women who make a difference in our lives. You know, life can be like a surprise pop quiz. You think you're ready for math class, and then BAM! You're hit with a history test. That's kinda ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Unexpected Calling, Mary's Journey, Divine Intervention, Life Changes

A Call To Watchfulness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025

This call to watchfulness is urgent in our present age of distractions, temptations, and spiritual deception. Without alertness, believers can easily drift into complacency, lose focus, or become overwhelmed by the cares of life.

A CALL TO WATCHFULNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 13:33-37 Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:42-44, Luke 21:34-36, 1 Peter 5:8, Revelation 16:15 INTRODUCTION: The Bible repeatedly warns believers to be watchful and alert as the end times approach. Jesus, in His Olivet Discourse, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:33-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Call Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jun 16, 2025

While Jesus announces for the first time to his disciples his call to the cross, He calls us to confess who he is and calls us to live a crucified life.

I would guess that we are probably similar in that we get so many unwanted calls each day. Somehow, I’ve been getting calls for some group who says they can get me on Social Security Disability. Other times I’ve been on the list for VA loans - except I’m not a veteran. I’ve received calls for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Discernment

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 22, 2025

We must learn to practice discernment

A Call to Discernment June 22, 2025, Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must learn to practice discernment Focus Passage: Philippians 1:9–10 Supplemental Passage: Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Call To Discipleship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

Explores Jesus' call to Peter and Andrew, their immediate response, and how we can similarly respond to God's call in our lives.

Good morning, my friends! It's a joy to see each and every one of you here today. We're gathered here not just as a congregation, but as a family, bound together by our shared faith and love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let's start off by reading our Scripture passage for today, straight from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Topics: Open, Call

Fulfill Your Calling Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 3, 2022

Fulfill your calling to go as God’s representative, because God calls you to go; to be God’s special, secure servant, because God calls you to be; and to come together as God’s people, because God calls you to share together in the fellowship provided by His Son, Jesus Christ.

A university football coach went out to practice one Monday with his first and third string quarterbacks out with injuries. The big game was coming up Saturday, and he had to “make do” with his second, fourth, and fifth string quarterbacks. In the first five minutes of practice, his second-string ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, 2 Corinthians 5:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Shall I Become

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 31, 2014

The Little kings we serve in our lives will determine what we become later in life. It is so easy to serve the kings around us instead of serving the King Of Kings.

It’s A New Year-What Am I Going To Become NLAC 1-19-14 Joshua 24:11- Ephesians 4:17-32 How many of you can think of at least one area in your life that you would like to see changed in 2014? In our Marriage Sensation class last Sunday, one of the things that stuck out was the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:10-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Calling- Answer The Phone

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Apr 16, 2013

God calls us in many ways and we need to listen for His voice.

Listen...to your life... and you'll hear the BAT QOL- the voice of God. You will hear our Lord's voice, comforting, challenging, and calling you to lose yourself in the Master's service. Indeed, unless we "leave our nets" and follow Him, it's hard to see how we can call ourselves Christian. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Were Fashned For Serving God

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Nov 20, 2003

Fourth message on how we are shaped for God’s purpose adapted from Rick Warren "Purpose Driven Life."

YOU WERE FASHIONED FOR SERVING GOD Eph. 2:20 Did you know that in 1977 Elvis Presley died of obesity and drug dependency at 42? An interview with his wife, Priscilla, she said: “Elvis never came to terms with who he was meant to be or what his purpose in life was. He thought he was here for a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Follow Jesus: Sacrificial Servanthood Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 28, 2025

What comes to your mind when you hear the word “sacrificial”? Do you serve God faithfully while maintaining a healthy lifestyle and healthy relationship with Him? Get ready to learn how to fulfill our call to serve sacrificially without sacrificing what God never intended us to sacrifice!

Follow JESUS: Sacrificial Servanthood Mark 10:32-45 We continue our mini-series on servanthood. This is really a sequel, since there are only two messages. Last week, sustainable servanthood, and today, sacrificial servanthood. Both messages are a part of the bigger church annual theme: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: *other

Serving God When Others Ask Why Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 29, 2013

So often we find ourselves in a position where either WE or those around us are asking the 'why' question about what God is calling us to do... Hannah gives us a great example of one who is obedient, faithful and joyful even when others ask 'why'

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 19, 2013 Date Preached: July 28, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Samuel Sermon Title: Praising God When Others Ask Why?! Sermon Text: 1 Sam 1:24-2:11 [HCSB] Introduction: In our passage of Scripture this morning ...read more

Denomination: Baptist