Sermons on Divine Roles:

Passing The Buck

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 16, 2023

Only cowards sidestep and evade responsibility, give 1000 excuses but the challenge is to accept responsibility and complete it.

Passing the buck Matthew 27:24 When Pilate saw that he was getting nowhere, but that instead an uproar was starting, he took water and washed his hands in front of the crowd. “I am innocent of this man’s blood,” he said. “It is your responsibility!” When the uproar was high and eerie, Pilate the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Be Like Jesus!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 5, 2025

In the Bible, God tells us that WE have ‘role models’ too. In 2 Thessalonians 3:9 Paul says that he & his friends made an effort to be “models for you to follow.” And Paul repeated that idea many times for those early Christians:

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TO BE LIKE JESUS! Scriptures: 2 Thes. 3:7-9; 1 Cor. 4:16, 11:1; Php. 3:1; Matt. 5:13-16; 2 Cor. 3:18 For over 3 weeks recently I was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:16, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Matthew 5:13-16, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Philippians 3:1, 2 Thessalonians 3:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surrender & Divine Capacity

Contributed by Clement Manenga on Mar 2, 2026

​introduction ​Today's sermon explores the powerful intersection between human emptiness and divine abundance. Using the prophetic accounts of Elijah and Elisha, and the apostolic wisdom of Paul, we discover that God’s primary requirement for a miracle is not our ability, but our availability.

Bible Reading: 1 Kings 17:8-14 "Then the word of the Lord came to him: Go at once to Zarephath in the region of Sidon and stay there. I have directed a widow there to supply you with food. So, he went to Zarephath. When he came to the town gate, a widow was there gathering sticks. He called ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Charismatic

Follow Me Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus calls ordinary people to follow Him and spread His message. We are all invited to be part of His mission, and our role is to extend this invitation to others.

Today, we're diving into the lives of Jesus' first followers, His original squad. You know what's cool? They were just regular dudes, like you and me. They weren't superstar preachers or smooth talkers. They were fishermen, working hard and getting their hands dirty. Picture this: Jesus walks up to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Topics: Faith, Divine Calling, Spiritual Growth, Discipleship

Divine Ability For Human Necessity Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Oct 8, 2015

“Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand.” Proverbs 19:21

Proverbs 19:21 says “Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand.” A "man's heart" is a little world, full of Dreaming, scheming, and planning. We are always devising. To every device of all hearts, God's "counsel," His design, exists ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing Jesus: Understanding His Role As Our Messiah Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 14, 2024

Often, we use the term "Messiah" without fully grasping its depth and implications. Let us delve into Scripture to uncover the transformative truth of what it means for Jesus to be our Messiah.

Knowing Jesus: Understanding His Role as Our Messiah Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey to explore the profound significance of Jesus as our Messiah. Often, we use the term "Messiah" without fully grasping its depth and implications. Let us delve into Scripture to uncover the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Matthew 1:21, John 1:29, Hebrews 9:22, Revelation 19:16, Philippians 2:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Role Of Men And Women In The Worship Of God (Guidelines Worship Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 1, 2013

In Christ God has made man and woman equal in the blessings from Christ, yet in worship and leadership Each sex has been given specific roles.

GUIDELINES IN THE WORSHIP OF GOD (Part Two: The Role of Men and Women in Worship) 1 Timothy 2:8-15 Dorn Ridge Church Of Christ June 02, 20 Audio Link to Hear this sermon: http://chirb.it/cg4z7K INTRODUCTION: 1.) Most of this second chapter deals with the handling of worship services, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fatherhood: A Divine Calling And A Lasting Legacy (Father's Day)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025

Fatherhood is not just a biological role—it is a spiritual mandate from God. In every generation, God raises men who will stand as fathers—providers, protectors, leaders, and mentors. Fathers are entrusted with the responsibility of shaping lives and preserving generational destinies.

FATHERHOOD: A DIVINE CALLING AND A LASTING LEGACY (FATHER'S DAY) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:1-4 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:17–19, Malachi 4:5–6, Proverbs 20:7, Psalm 103:13, Luke 15:11–24 INTRODUCTION: Fatherhood is not just a biological role—it is a spiritual mandate ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Liberating Power Of Divine Truth Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 6, 2013

“Jesus said to the people who believed in him, "You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."(John 8:31-32 NLT)

The Liberating power of Divine Truth Truth purifies human thought Truth destroys illusions Truth set you free “Jesus said to the people who believed in him, "You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."(John ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Faith Is A Mess Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Understand the importance of genuine devotion in our faith, the transformative power of God's Word, and the role of community in our faith journey.

What we do and why we do it matters. Jesus talks about this in Matthew 6 when he's talking about prayer... Jesus calls out the religious leaders of His time, the Pharisees, for being hypocrites. They were doing the right things but for the wrong reasons. Are we just going through the motions of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-6, Colossians 3:16

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Connection, Faith Renewal, God's Presence

Role De La Louange Dans Le Culte Series

Contributed by Patrick Berthalon on Sep 1, 2010

What is the role of Worship

LA PLACE DE LA LOUANGE DANS LE CULTE L'expression « louange et culte » est fréquemment employée par les chrétiens, mais ces deux mots sont rarement mentionnés ensemble dans la bible. Y a-t-il une distinction entre la louange et le culte ? Que signifie-t-elle pour Louer le seigneur ? Quelle place ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Serious Inquiry Into The Role Of The Under Shepherd Of The Church"

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 25, 2023

The message is an examination of the qualifications that must be evident in the life of one appointed to eldership.

“The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task. Therefore, an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Kingdom Net Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of the Kingdom of God as a fishing net, emphasizing our role in spreading the good news of Jesus to as many people as possible, regardless of their worthiness, and leaving the final judgement to God.

The Kingdom of God is like a fishing net set to collect as many souls as possible. The concern is not with the kind of people “caught” in the divine fishing net, rather, the concern is just for the net to be filled. We are to join God in spreading the Kingdom net by sharing the good news of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-50

Topics: Kingdom Of God, Divine Fishing, Spreading The Gospel

Sermon Series: Hooked

Overcoming Life's Delays SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

This sermon explores the reasons behind delays in life's journey and offers biblical solutions to overcome them.

Destiny is closely tied to time, and it is the primary target of the devil. Satan doesn't attack you because of your past; he troubles you because of your future. His goal is to delay you, as prolonged delay can lead to destruction. However, it will not be too late for you to overcome this delay ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:1-3

Topics: God's Role In Hardships, Overcoming Delays

Be Like Christ Series

Contributed by Brian Stevenson on Jun 5, 2008

In order to have humility, you must be like Christ.

Introduction: How many of you remember the Gatorade ad campaign from 1992? C’mon, that was only 16 years ago! Let me give you a hint: It featured the basketball player Michael Jordan. Let me give you another hint: It had a catchy tune called “Be Like Mike”. I would like to share with you that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Vineyard