Sermons on Directives:

A Sower Went Out To Sow

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Oct 13, 2025

But seriously, the word God has for us today, is very direct, heavily relies on scripture, (as most of His messages do), and doesn’t need elaboration.

Good morning! I have a VERY short message for us today. The same apostle that wrote Romans, wrote (fa-LEE-mon) Philemon. I’m not sure if (fa-LEE-mon) was so short because Paul had a meal waiting, or simply because what he had to say, needed to be succinct, short and sweet! Today…I’ve got lunch ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:23, 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Matthew 13:1-8

Can You Hear Me Now? Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 22, 2025

Hearing Jesus requires quieting distractions, cultivating stillness, recognizing His whisper, and aligning life around the Shepherd’s voice that restores clarity, peace, and direction.

There is a moment in every believer’s life when you sense that something is off. You believe in God. You know the stories. You’ve prayed prayers. You’ve stood in worship. You’ve read your Bible. You’ve walked the Christian path long enough to recognize its contours. And yet — a quiet ache grows in ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27, Psalm 46:10, 1 Kings 19:11-13, Romans 8:14, Isaiah 30:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Christians Constant Battle With The Devil

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 4, 2022

The story is told of a boxer who was in the fight of his life. From the very first round, he was getting hit from every direction you can imagine.

• After the first round, he returned to his corner with his nose bleeding. But his manager wanted to encourage him so he said, “Good fight champ, he never laid a glove on you!” • After the second round he returned to his corner with his nose still bleeding and now he had a black eye. But again, his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

There Will Be Great Rejoicing In Heaven Over A Sheep And Lost Coin.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 12, 2022

The parables of the lost are all about lost sinners returning to the Lord. There is also another message in these parables that give us direct access to God, if you only but look.

Prayer: My I speak in the name of the father, son and holy ghost, and let the words of my mouth and the meditation of our hearts be acceptable in your sight, Amen, Thanks Martyn. On a different note, today’s sermon is on the parables of the lost sheep, the lost coin and the lost son. … Last ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Episcopal

Courage Is Greater Than Gossip Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore Jesus' teachings on handling conflict and sin within the church community, emphasizing the importance of direct confrontation over gossip, and the role of courage and kindness in this process.

Hello Church! Today we are going to talk about the kingdom of God and the counterculture lifestyle Jesus leads us into. Jesus leads us out of established beliefs and relational patterns and into a completely new way of living and loving. The kingdom of God is revolutionary. Revolutions bring about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Topics: Conflict Resolution, Courageous Kindness, Rejecting Gossip

Practical Aspects Of Our Mission PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024

This sermon explores our divine duty to respond to God's call, live out His directives, and demonstrate His deeds, as exemplified in Mark 6:1-13.

Good morning, beloved friends. Isn't it a joy to gather together, united in faith and love, to delve into the richness of God's Word? We are here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has something to say to us, something that will touch our hearts, transform our minds, and shape ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13

Topics: Mission, Jesus

Proper Usage Of The Church Treasury

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 5, 2002

This is an examination of how the early Church used the monetary funds contributed by its members. The practice of the early Church, under the directions of the Apostles, gives us a pattern to follow today.

Proper Use of the Church Treasury It is proper and perfectly Scriptural for Christians in a community to put money in a common fund. There has never been a great deal of disagreement among brethren over this matter. Christians generally agree that it is right to contribute to a general fund to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Uses Problems In Our Lives To Bring Us To His Place

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Dec 19, 2001

How does God use our problems to bring us to His place? Learn how he Directs us, Discerns us, Defends us and Develops us.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: GOD USES OUR PROBLEMS TO BRING US TO HIS PLACE “For God so Loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Never Invite God To A Pity Party

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 1, 2004

When we’re tempted to focus on everything that’s wrong in our lives, God directs us back to him and leaves us no room for self-pity.

July 11, 2004 — Sixth Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson 1 Kings 19:14-21 Never Invite God to a Pity Party I. He Won’t Agree with You II. He Won’t Let You Wallow III. He Won’t Leave You Alone Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

His Annointing

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

We believe in God’s Word for direction and instruction. The Apostle Paul said it so well in his letter to Timothy, “…I know Whom I have believed…”

I would like to ask the Lord this morning what He wants me to do to be an effective part of His plan. Personally, I can say I do not want things to become routine for us. I hope we all have come here for the same reasons. We are hungry for God. It is important that we study God’s Word closely. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Influence Others

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Oct 10, 2004

Everyone has influence. The question is, which way is yours leading? This sermon takes a look at Jesus’ teachings on how to influence others in the right direction. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

How to disciple others... if you want to equip your congregation to disciple new Christians, visit www.newstartdiscipleship.com HOW TO INFLUENCE OTHERS Matthew 5:13 "You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Holiness

Modern Day Jonah Christians

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Feb 4, 2001

The experiences of the Prophet Jonah are like some Christians in the Church today. The lessons we can learn from this message are valuable and give certain direction for the Will of God in our life.

Jonah was an established Prophet in the days of Jeroboam king of judah..2-kings.14:24-27.Jonah like many people today are remembered for what he did not do, instead of what he could have done.Many people like Jonah are called of God and obey his will. However, many are called of God and do not ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Take The Next Step

Contributed by James May on Feb 12, 2006

While we may have to follow our heart in devising the path that we are to walk in, we can rest assured that Jesus is still directing our steps.

TAKE THE NEXT STEP By Pastor Jim May Sometimes life can be so confusing. I cannot tell you the number of times that I have come to a point in times of confusion when I did not know which way to turn or what to do next. In those times I often think of the words of Moses to the Children of Israel ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fly High - Acts Part 11 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 27, 2006

Acts 13:1-13 teaches us the importance of prayer, fasting and worship and it also shows us that we are to be godly leaders who are directed and filled with the Holy Spirit.

Fly High – Acts part 11 On the Lighter side of life: See funny pictures from Aha.com Opening Illustration: A NATIONAL PRAYER OF REPENTANCE Joe Wright is the pastor of Central Christian Church in Wichita, KS. On January 23, 1996, He was asked to be the guest chaplain for the Kansas State House in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Ways Of Living Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Jul 3, 2004

Every moral choice we face is made as we stand at a fork in the road, deciding whether we will choose to go God’s direction, or some other way.

Two Ways Of Living Over the Summer we are looking at several of the Psalms out of the Old Testament. The book of Psalms was the hymnal of the Jews and the early church. They are a group of poems or songs that the early followers of God used to express their worship, and they are filled with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ