Sermons about Civic Engagement

The Gospel Memorial Series

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on May 29, 2001

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Mary’s act of love became a world wide memorial to her. Judas act for money became an unmemorial as the Pharisees used the betrayal money to bury strangers.

One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Joey was staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. It was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on either side of it. The seven-year-old had been staring at the plaque for some time, so the pastor walked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-16, John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day 2007

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 24, 2007

based on 87 ratings

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Memorial Day weekend should be about remembering people. 1- Look back and remember 2- Look out and love 3- Look up and honor

INTRO. – American Idol….love it or hate it. It’s over anyway and Jordin Sparks is the latest or newest American Idol. As much as Elaine and I enjoy watching American Idol it’s still a show about ME, ME, ME. It’s about one person trying to be the winner who takes all, so to speak. Of course, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Labor In Not In Vain.

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Sep 24, 2003

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Our labor for the Lord is always vital.

August 31, 2003 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US 1 Cor 15: 58 “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.” Your labor in not in vain. This is the day that the Lord our God intend for us to listen to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Philippians 4:3-4

Denomination: Methodist

What Will Your Memorial Be?

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 27, 2003

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What others will remember us for - according to Jesus.

What will your memorial be? If someone looks back on your life years from now, what will they remember about you? None of us will probably have our names in the history books of the future. What is more likely to happen is that we will be remembered by those whose lives we’ve touched. The woman ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Will Your Work Stand In God's Judgment?

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

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What motivates our work will determine whether it will stand before God’s judgment. Christians are encouraged to examine their own work now rather than experience embarrassmnet at the Judgment Seat of Christ.

WILL YOUR WORK STAND GOD’S JUDGMENT? “For God will bring every work into judgment, including every secret thing, whether it be good or evil.” Ecclesiastes 12:14 I. THE PHARISEE WORKED TO BE SEEN AND PRAISED BY MEN. “But all their works they do to be seen by men. They make their phylacteries broad ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:14

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Follower Of Christ Revolutionary

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 19, 2011

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THIS MESSAGE LOOKS AT OUR INDIVIDUAL STRUGGLE TO BE A REVOLUTIONARY FOR CHRIST. I LOOK AT THIS , SIMPLY FOR THE REASON THAT, WITHOUT A PERSONAL POSITION AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST REVOLUTIONARY, WE CANNOT EVER HOPE TO BE AN INTEGRAL PART AS A REVOLUTIONARY

BEING A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST REVOLUTIONARY Romans 7:15-25 (NIV) I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. 16 And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law is good. 17 As it is, it is no longer I myself who do it, but it is sin living in me. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of The Lord Is Upon Me

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 31, 2008

based on 34 ratings

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This message deals with what issues we should be concerned with when voting, because the Spirit Of The Lord is upon us for a purpose just as it was upon Jesus.

The Spirit Of The Lord Is Upon Me Nov.2, 2008 Micah 6:6-8 Luke 4:16-30 There is an undoubtedly an excitement around our nation as we face an election that is almost unbelievable. Not only did out ancestors who were in chains during the time of slavery did not think this could be possible, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Clay In The Potter's Hand

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 11, 2008

based on 15 ratings

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An independence day message comparing the United States, and God’s judgment to that of Israel.

CLAY IN THE POTTER’S HAND Jeremiah 18:1-17 INTRO: Whether we realize it or not, the United States, which was once a great nation, is on the decline. Where once we were considered a nation of high standards, we are now looked at as a nation of drunken, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

I’m A Christian And It’s An Election Year ... So What?

Contributed by Jason Wilbourne on Oct 17, 2012

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What are the responsibilities of believers in this critical election cycle?

Have you noticed it’s an election year yet? • Endless TV ads, surveys, mailings, and phone calls. We’re getting down to the wire now. In just over three weeks we’ll head to the polls and America will make it choices. Someone said to me this week: “I’ll be glad when this is all over.” It’s a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Church Of God

4th Of July - A Declaration Of Dependence

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 9, 2012

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This is a brief 4th of July message suitable to present to Civic groups, and in situations when time is restricted.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK Text: Deuteronomy 8:7-14; Proverbs 14:34 Last Wednesday we celebrated the birthday of our nation & the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It was a momentous decision for each ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34, Deuteronomy 8:7-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Appropriating Our Freedom

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 27, 2003

based on 13 ratings

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Freedom: The condition of being free or unrestricted; personal, civic and spiritual. Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is liberty.

How to Live in Full Freedom - Rom. 8:2-8 Freedom: The condition of being free or unrestricted; personal, civic and spiritual. Where the Spirit of the Lord is there is liberty. Illustration:The divine "scheme of things," as Christianity understands it, is at once extremely elastic and extremely ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Gratitude

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 14, 2012

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Examines ways Christians can "Earn" the freedoms purchased for us by others.

MEMORIAL DAY 2012 Some of you remember the movie “Saving Private Ryan”. In that movie, set in World War II, a family has 4 sons serving in the military. The defense department receives word that 3 of the brothers have been killed, and it is decided that no mother should have to lose ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Baptist

Whose Image Is This? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2023

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This sermon explores the balance between our spiritual commitments as Christians and our civic duties in a secular world, guided by Jesus' teachings.

Good Morning, Church Family! We gather here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, united by a common love for our Savior and a shared commitment to serve Him faithfully in every area of our lives. Today, we find ourselves at the intersection of faith and civic ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Topics: Christian Duty

Sample Wedding Vows

Contributed by Brian Mavis on Oct 26, 2000

based on 607 ratings

| 84,299 views

10 Sample Wedding Vows

VOWS #1 I _______, take thee, _______, to be my lawful wedded (wife/husband). To love and to cherish, to have and to hold. I promise, forsaking all others, to cleave to you and to you only so long as we both shall live. #2 I, _______, in becoming your (husband/wife), promise before God and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Romans 12:1-10, Ruth 4:10-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Soldier

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 29, 2011

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Paul encouraged Timothy by explaining his expected level of personal commitment to his calling in Christ Jesus. The level of commitment to fulfill one’s calling in Christ must mimic/equal/rise to/be comparable to/ that of a good soldier.

What Did He Die For Twila Paris He was twenty-one in 1944 He was hope & he was courage on a lonely shore Sent there by a mother with love beyond her tears Just a young American who chose to rise above his fears And as I watch him struggle up that hill Without a thought of turning back I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

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