Sermons on Divine Appointment To Serve:

Measuring A Strong Christian

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Feb 26, 2024

Samuel was sent to anoint David as Israel's new king. He soon learned that God’s measure for a person was very different from man’s. The same is still true. God’s measure for us to apply is vastly different than that used by many people today, even inside the church.

MEASURING A STRONG CHRISTIAN 1. INTRODUCTION When Samuel was sent to anoint David as the new king of Israel, he learned that God’s measure of a person was different than man’s: 1 Sam 16:6,7 When they arrived, Samuel saw Eliab and thought, “Surely the Lord’s anointed stands here before the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Till He Comes

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Mar 15, 2025

This message was adapted from a sermon found in an old periodical entitles "The Preacher's Goldmine". We should always be excited about the Second Coming of Christ and keep serving Him Till He Comes

Till He Comes Again Hebrews 9:27-28 Intro. Are you looking for the Second Coming of Christ. - The Rapture is next. John 14:1-3 “Ye believe in God…. John 14:3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-28, Titus 2:11-15, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Soar Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 19, 2023

Some of you made great progress. For some, it was a year of challenges, struggles, and pain. However

INTRODUCTION Praise the Lord and welcome to our New Year Service message “I will Soar”. I am sure 2018 was a great year for some of you. Some of you made great progress. For some, it was a year of challenges, struggles, and pain. However, within a few minutes, we are going to say goodbye to this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1, 2 Corinthians 1:3, Romans 8:37, Isaiah 40:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Now About Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Oct 2, 2023

a message about the function of Spiritual gifts in the life of the church

1 Corinthians 12:1-31 Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be ignorant. {2} You know that when you were pagans, somehow or other you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. {3} Therefore I tell you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, "Jesus be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Detained For Doing Right Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Aug 17, 2024

Are you ready to stand for right even if it means going to jail or prison?

“Detained For Doing Right” Acts 4:1-4 I have said many times, and I believe Scripture can back it; If you can see your enemy then you are seeing the wrong enemy. Ephesians 6:12 “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Conduct Yourself As A Christian

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 7, 2025

Series on Philippians

Title: “How to Conduct Yourself as a Christian” Script: Phil. 1:27-30 Type: Series Where: GNBC 6-8-25 Intro: The last year and a half has seen far too many scandals in the American Evangelical church. Names such as Steve Lawson, Tony Evans Oak Cliff Bible, Josh Buice G3, Robert Morris Gateway ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rescue The Perishing

Contributed by Jerry Owen on May 17, 2024

encouraging the church to rise up and do whatever it takes to rescue the Lost from Destruction.

RESCUE THE PERISHING! Proverbs 24:10-12 The heart of these 3 verses is the burden on the believers to rescue the lost and keep them from going to Hell. These verses are a cry to rise up and do whatever we can to bring them to Jesus. 1. A SPIRITUAL CONDITION. Prov 24:10 If you are slack in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:10-12, Joel 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean That "Jesus Is Lord” Over My Life? Series

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Oct 16, 2025

The Bible says that to be saved, we must believe in our hearts and confess with our mouths that “Jesus is Lord.” This declaration is more than just words — it’s a life-changing commitment.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN THAT “JESUS IS LORD” OVER MY LIFE? Pastor Joel Bernardino – October 16, 2025 The Bible says that to be saved, we must believe in our hearts and confess with our mouths that “Jesus is Lord.” Romans 10:9 — “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9, Matthew 7:21

Custom Designed For His Purpose

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 10, 2021

If God gave you the opportunity to write on your own tombstone what you did from the time of your conversion unto death would there be anything God-honorable you could write? I implore you to learn and use your gifts for God's glory!

What can I do? 1 Corinthians 12:1-12 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Has God ever made a mistake? When He created the heavens, and the earth were they not a product of divine perfection (Genesis 1)? Do not the infinite complexities of this universe (Job ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Knowledge Is Power

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 15, 2020

scientia potentia est is a Latin saying meaning knowledge is power. While this can be true in an academic sense, the idea that knowledge is power is also true in a spiritual sense. Let's get into 2nd Peter and see what having spiritual knowledge enables us to do.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER 2nd Peter 1:1-3 When I was preparing the Sunday School lesson for last week, I had 2 Peter 1:3-4 as part of an answer to one of the questions. But as I looked over the whole passage I saw there was a lot there to tap into so I decided to develop it into a sermon series. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-3, Titus 2:13, John 20:29, 1 Peter 1:8-9, 2 Peter 3:18, Hebrews 4:16, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Colossians 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moses Departs From Jethro Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 15, 2022

There are two possible explanations for why Moses solicits his father-in-law's permission. One is that he may have needed his father-in-law's permission to take Zipporah from her House. The second is that Moses exhibited good manners in making this request.

Exodus 4:18-20, Moses Departs From Jethro Scripture: Exodus 4:18-20 18 Then Moses went back to Jethro his father-in-law and said to him, 'Let me return to my own people in Egypt to see if any of them are still alive.' Jethro said, 'Go, and I wish you well.' 19 Now the LORD had ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:4

Denomination: Baptist

A Theology Of Wealth

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 3, 2015

The manner in which we handle the goods entrusted to us reveals our understanding of God.

You must remember the LORD your God, for he is the one who gives ability to get wealth; if you do this he will confirm his covenant that he made by oath to your ancestors, even as he has to this day. [1], [2] Events leading me to commit my life to Christ included a singular experience. Whilst ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

Epaphroditus Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 14, 2023

The attitude of one’s heart defines success in ministry. We need to honor not just those who are publicly serving in the church but also those who work behind the scenes!

A Living Example: Epaphroditus Philippians 2:25-30 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The spiritual gifts and divine tasks a believer receive are the work of the Holy Spirit. While we know that every task in the church is to be honored, we tend to rejoice, give ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

His Name Shall Be Called…“The Mighty God” Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 9, 2018

When Isaiah prophesied that the Messiah would be “The Mighty God,” what are the implications of this fact? And practically, what does it mean for us? This sermon answers these questions.

His Name Shall Be Called…“The Mighty God” Chuck Sligh Series: His Name Shall Be Called December 2, 2018 A PowerPoint slide presentation of this sermon is available upon request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Adapted from a sermon by Alan Perkins on SermonCentral.com. TEXT: Isaiah 9:6 – “For unto us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Power And Precious Promises 2 Peter 1:3-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 23, 2024

2 Peter 1:3-4 is a passage rich with encouragement and assurance for every believer. Through His divine power and precious promises, God equips us to live godly lives and partake in His divine nature.

Divine Power and Precious Promises 2 Peter 1:3-4 2 Peter 1:3-4 (NLT): "By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvellous glory and excellence. And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4, Ephesians 1:19-20, Philippians 3:10, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal