Sermons on Choosing Spiritual Leaders:

Yolo You Only Live Once

Contributed by Reylourd Reyes on Jan 23, 2015

YOLO Sermon part of the month-long New Year sermons LHC, January 24, 2015 As the saying goes, "You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough". Question is, what are we doing with life today?

Introduction Good morning everyone. Welcome to Life Hope Community gathering. It is my prayer that you’re all at your most comfortable seats. Before we move on let’s look at this: -Flappy bird video How many of you are familiar with this computer game? I think sometime in 2013 when ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Adventist

As One Who Serves

Contributed by Edgar Mayer on May 7, 2001

Leaders serve.

Sermon on Luke 22:14-27; Pastor Edgar Mayer; Wilsonton/Glencoe Parish; 6.5.01; 4th Easter. For more sermons and other writings check out pastor’s homepage: http://www.geocities.com/mayeredgar. "Heavenly Father, please give us leaders who follow you. Amen." As One Who Serves A church without ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Walk Worthy Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Apr 26, 2022

In the times and cultures of the Colossian church, hope was a commodity hard to come by. In his letter to them, Paul instructs them where they can find the kind of hope no one can rob from them.

I. Intro A. This is another of Paul’s “prison epistles,” written from the barracks in Rome (as he did with his letter to the Philippians) and in the company of Timothy B. Points out Epaphras (not Epaphroditus, a messenger for the Philippians), likely founder and pastor C. He expressed ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14, Romans 11:33, Philippians 1:27, Philippians 4:14-17, 2 Peter 2:2, 2 Peter 3:18, Ephesians 3:16-20, James 1:2-4, Matthew 5:12, Revelation 2:10, Romans 8:17, Psalm 103:12  (view more)  (view less)

The Battle For The Heart

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 1, 2021

The media is full of “heart-healthy” tips that we should follow, but even more importantly are the efforts we make to safeguard our spiritual hearts, or what Solomon calls the wellspring of our spiritual life. Learn more about this battle for our hearts in this Sunday’s message.

The Battle for the Heart Introduction Last week we looked at the battle for our minds, and I ended saying, “That while the battle we are in is spiritual, the primary ground that this battle is fought is in our minds. But what ultimately determines the victory is the place we give to Christ in our ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Luke 6:45, Jeremiah 17:9-10, Ezekiel 36:26

Denomination: Foursquare

Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts: Part 4 Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Aug 30, 2006

Every believer is meant to function as a part of the body according to the spiritual gifts they have received.

We’re finishing up our 4 weeks on discovering your spiritual gifts. As we’ve learned in 1 Cor 12, every person who submits their life to Christ is a member of the Body of Christ – and we all have an important part to play. So important, in fact, that God gifts EACH ONE with gifts from the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Setting Our Priorities Straight

Contributed by Esther Collins on Jan 21, 2022

We live in times when it's a challenge to keep our priorities straight. The Bible gives us great examples of those who were able to choose right, and also enjoy the consequences of their godly choices.

Setting our Priorities Straight Take a moment to write down three things that you consider your topmost priorities in your life. Also write down the number of hours you spend on any given day on these activities that are mentioned – time spent on eating, sleeping, studying, working, with family, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-11, Genesis 25:27-34, Hebrews 12:16-17, 1 John 2:16, Ruth 1:13-18, Matthew 1:5-6, Luke 10:38-42, Matthew 7:22, John 12:1-8, 1 Timothy 6:6, Matthew 12:50, Luke 10:26-28, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:19-21, Colossians 3:22-23, Matthew 10:37, 1 John 2:17  (view more)  (view less)

True Love Acts

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Feb 18, 2016

Words are cheap. True biblical love is love in action.

If you ever feel frustrated with your church—God forbid!—then just read the Bible book of 1 Corinthians. First Church, Corinth was a real mess! People were fighting and gossiping. People were prideful. People were cliquish. And so the Apostle Paul wrote them a letter, trying to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Turning The Page PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to leave their past behind, embrace the future God has planned for them, and continuously grow spiritually.

Good morning, church. Let's take a moment to center ourselves in God's word before we dive into today's sermon. We're going to be exploring Deuteronomy 2:3, a verse that speaks to the importance of leaving our past behind, embracing the future God has set before us, and growing spiritually in the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:3

Topics: Spiritual Growth

Second Generation Faithfulness Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 2, 2024

Different leaders have different strengths and God uses a leader accordingly to his giftedness.

A. THEIR SIMILARITIES 1. Both began ministry in God’s presence. Moses: “God called out of the midst of the bush” (Exodus 3:4). Joshua: “The Lord spoke unto Joshua … arise, go over this Jordan” (Joshua 1:1-2). 2. What is a call from God? a. Burden b. Desire c. Fruit – usefulness 3. Both saw a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:1, Exodus 6:9, Joshua 4:1, Joshua 4:5

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ways Of Living

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 18, 2003

Choosing our lifestyle.

TWO WAYS OF LIVING Psalms 1:1-6 INTRO: The key to fulfilling life’s purpose to glorify God is realizing that we are responsible to God for the conduct and direction of our lives. We are presented with a variety of options, but ultimately the choices are only two: God’s way or the way of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Dig Thy Well

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 28, 2009

Isaac dug the wells of his father, but the journey was a challenge for him to find the place of God’s presence. How many of us give up or settle before we find the place of the pure water of life?

Dig Thy Well Genesis 26:17-33  In OT times, to fill or cover wells was a declaration of war.  The pure water that once flowed was tainted and no longer available once the well was covered.  Isaac was in a place where he had to decide how far he was willing to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:17-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Elders, Servants

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 6, 2012

Who serve in our churches that also surround the throne of God? Elders. What office of leadership for God's people spans from Genesis to Revelation? Elders. Who needs them? We do.

We’ve embarked on a summer theme of Christian service where we are working to apply the fruit of the Spirit to service activities through service teams. This week’s theme is serving with Joy. Tonight we will introduce the next focus: Serving as peacemakers for Christ. When we look ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-11, Titus 1:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preserving Your Spiritual Heritage—part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 2, 2002

Part 2 of 2. The sons of Israel zealously protected/preserved their spiritual heritage. God’s people must preserve their spiritual heritage. 9 Challenges toward preserving our spiritual heritage.

PRESERVING YOUR SPIRITUAL HERITAGE-II—Joshua 22:10-34 Jack & John/Entrepreneurs/Bungee jumping business in Casa del Sol, Mexico/Opened for business—Large crowd, rough looking(sticks & bats)—No one buying tickets/ To get crowd excited, John jumped/ John came back up with shirt torn/Quickly ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:10-34

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Heals A Man Born Blind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon explores John 9:1-12, emphasizing God's power to heal, bring hope, and harmonize our lives, as demonstrated in Jesus' healing of the blind man. Key

Good morning, beloved. Isn't it wonderful to be gathered here in the house of the Lord, where grace is abundant and mercy is new every morning? We are here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our God, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has brought us together to share in the ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12

Topics: Spiritual Sight

Don't Follow The World PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023

Explores the Christian journey of sanctification and transformation, urging believers to live sacrificially and resist worldly influences for spiritual growth.

Good morning, beloved. I greet you in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and the Sustainer of our faith. Today, we gather not as mere individuals, but as a family of believers, unified in our desire to know God more deeply, to grow in our faith, and to allow His Word to shape us and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Topics: Spiritual Transformation