Sermons on Calling Of The Lord:

The Calling Of The Twelve Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 22, 2021

What happens when 12 ordinary men answer the call of 1 Almighty God?

Introduction The story is told of a group of men who had been sailing in the Atlantic Ocean when they came too close to shore and crashed against the rocks. Out of concern for other sailors in similar conditions, the surviving group determined to build a lighthouse to warn others of the impending ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Brethren

Called To Grow Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 11, 2025

Looking at our calling in Christ.

Called - How to Grow Ephesians 4:17-23 February 16, 2025 For the past weeks we’ve been looking at God’s call in our lives. It starts off with a call to WHO we are, not necessarily to be a doer in the beginning. We’ve looked at the fact that we have been called by God. In fact, as Paul told ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-23, John 14:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Call To Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016

This story addresses forgiveness and forgiving others

The Call to Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35 Tim Keller tells the story of being a Yankee and pastoring his first church in a blue collar, Southern town. In the church was one man, who hadn’t even graduated from junior high school and thus, could hardly read. He wanted to live a holy life and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Methodist

A Fisherman's Call Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on May 19, 2009

What is the call of Christ? Is it a mysterious thing that only happens to select people? Is it something you have to work hard to get and discover? We will discover the answers to these questions and more in today’s message titled, “A Fisherman’s Call.

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com MATTHEW 4:18-20 Just a word of background on our passage this morning. Jesus hadn’t been long into His public ministry. According to the Gospel of Matthew, we know that Jesus had already been baptized by John the Baptist. After that, Jesus was led away by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Calling Of Levi

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 6, 2011

Jesus calls Levi (Matthew) to follow him! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • Many of you know I have been taking school assemblies all week • At Perin’s School in Alresford, Hants UK. • It’s been great to have between 200 and 300 young people in the sports hall; • And to give them a Christian perspective on a particular ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Brethren

A Call To Rebellion

Contributed by David Flowers on May 4, 2008

Dave explains that the Sabbath should be kept, and why and how to keep it.

A Call to Rebellion Wildwind Community Church David Flowers April 25, 2008 What is the single thing the people of God could do to show themselves as the people of God in the most profound way possible? What single thing, if we did it, could make the biggest difference in our lives and would ...read more

Scripture: James 2:10-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Lord's

Contributed by Glenn Terrell on Mar 28, 2003

The Lords Prayer in this season of war.

The Lord’s “War” Prayer Lord, you are the Father of all creation. You began creation in the middle of Iraq, (Our Father in heaven) and all that you made was and is for your glory and your name alone. (hallowed be Your name.) Our prayer is that your kingdom would come in the midst of this war. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Will Of The Lord.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 28, 2003

Good people differing about the will of God.

The will of the Lord. Acts 21:1 -- 14. 01/12/03 I want to talk to you about the will of God for your life. The Lord Jesus said in his prayer, “not my will but thy will be done.” In our text this morning, Paul is convinced the will of God for his life is to go up to Jerusalem. It is also that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

It Is The Lord!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 29, 2009

Easter 2(C) - Disciples see, know, and confess: It is the Lord! Believers learn how Christ constantly cares and Jesus powerfully provides.

“IT IS THE LORD!” (Outline) April 19, 2009 -- EASTER 2 -- John 21:1-14 INTRO: Last week we heard the words, “He is not here. He is risen!” Those exciting words echoed in the empty tomb. Today’s words of testimony echo over Galilee. “It is the Lord!” John tells these words to Peter. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Unto You Is Born - The Lord Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Dec 17, 2023

In the 1980's there was a television program called “Who's the Boss?” That question could be asked of any person's life. Who is it that calls the shots? Who gives direction? Who is in charge? Frank Sinatra sang, “I did it my way”. But sadly, that does not always work out well.

Alba 12-17-2023 UNTO YOU IS BORN – THE LORD Luke 2:10-11 If you have ever worked for a boss, you know that you are expected to do whatever the boss tells you to do. Some bosses are good, and some bosses are bad. Readers Digest had an article about bad bosses. Gail Snyder from Georgia told ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Calls Us To Holiness

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jan 22, 2024

Note: The Lord did not call us to uncleanness, but to holiness. And to be specific, this text calls us to holiness in sexual conduct. In fact it is clear from these verses that if we are going to walk in a way that is pleasing to God, this will be a priority.

Alba 1-21-2024 GOD CALLS US TO HOLINESS I Thessalonians 4:1-8 Little Rob Thomas was motivated more by recess than by any of his classes. For an hour one day, when he was in the second grade, Rob had avoided working on his math sheet. Then the teacher told him that every problem would have to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Before The After

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

We are always seeking God for an after this moment, we want to move beyond the current to get our blessing, God says there has to be a before the after!

“The Before the After” 1 Chronicles 18:1-4 (1) Now after this it came to pass, that David smote the Philistines, and subdued them, and took Gath and her towns out of the hand of the Philistines. (2) And he smote Moab; and the Moabites became David’s servants, [and] brought gifts. (3) And David ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 18:1-4

2 More Lessons From The Magi Series

Contributed by Chris Miller on Dec 27, 2019

Brief but powerful in the Christmas account, the Magi give us some essential take-aways. Here are two more to go with seeking the Lord in 4 Questions Inspired by the Magi.

Part 2: Share and Sense Matthew 2:1-12 concentrating on 2:11-12 Introduction We discussed last week the Magi have a brief appearance in Matthew’s Gospel, yet they leave us with some essential take-aways. We looked at the first take-away last week; the fact we need to seek the Lord. Our life should ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Thy Kingdom Come" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

"Thy Kingdom come" is a call for God to increase His Kingdom, to convert the hearts of unbelievers, to draw people to a saving knowledge of Christ.

"Thy Kingdom Come" Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Introduction: Astronaut James Erwin is one of but a few men to walk on the moon. As he stood upon the lunar landscape and looked up at the earth, he prayed for the first time in his life. He thought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4, Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

Stay Alert PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 11, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual preparedness and discernment, using the parable of the ten virgins as a call to vigilance and readiness for Christ's return. Key

Welcome, dear friends. It's always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? To be able to share in the fellowship of believers, to sing praises to our King, and to sit under the teaching of His Word. It's a privilege we should never take lightly. Today we find ourselves in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Topics: Be Ready, Lord