Sermons on Effective Witnessing:

The Christian's Primary Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

Explores the Christian's primary purpose of being witnesses of Christ's love and grace, and how to live out this purpose daily.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in our faith and our love for Him who first loved us. Today, we find ourselves on the precipice of a profound exploration of the Christian faith, a deep and meaningful understanding of our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Topics: Serving

The Struggle Of Effective Ministers (Col. 2:1–7) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015

Exposition of Col. 2:1–7

The Struggle of Effective Ministers “I want you to know how much I am struggling for you and for those at Laodicea, and for all who have not met me personally. My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blood In The Watchman Hand PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

This sermon emphasizes our responsibility as Christians to act as watchmen, spreading the Gospel and warning others of spiritual danger, with the understanding that neglecting this duty can have serious consequences.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we're going to dive into an important message from the book of Ezekiel, chapter 33. This passage speaks to us about the Responsibility of a Watchman, The Consequences of Neglect, and The Power of the Gospel. Theologian John Stott once said, "We must be ...read more

Topics: Witnessing, Christ

What Will Your Contribution Be? Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 21, 2022

If you want to make a significant contrition to the lives of others, proclaim God’s Word instructively, preach God’s Word intelligibly, pray intelligently, and so persuade effectively.

In the movie Emperor's Club Kevin Cline portrays an instructor of Western civilization in a prestigious private school. It is the first day of class, and about 30 high school boys, dressed in matching red jackets, settle into a room adorned with maps and busts of Caesar, Plato, and Socrates. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-25, Matthew 22:37, John 4:23, Romans 8:26, Isaiah 28:11-12, Romans 10:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Right Water Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 13, 2020

We are commanded to be fishers of men. Have you caught anything lately? If not, why? We must learn how to fish so that we can fill the boat! We can't wait "There is a lot on the line!"

Pt. 1 - Right Water I. Introduction You get a line and I'll get a pole, honey You get a line and I'll get a pole babe You get a line and I'll get a pole we'll go down To the crawdad hole honey, sugar baby mine Oh, hey how you guys doing today? I figured if we can't meet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sharing Christ With A Christless Culture

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 24, 2018

Sharing Christ with a Christless Culture - Acts chapter 17 verses 1-10 - Sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). City and Government: • (a). It was a key city. • (b). It was an unusual city. (2). Method and Message: • (a). He ‘reasoned’ with them (vs 2) • (b). He ‘explained’ or opened these passages (vs 2) • (c). He gave evidence (vs 2) • (d). He ‘announced’ or proclaimed. (vs ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

United We Stand

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 17, 2015

Unity can only be achieved through genuine Christian love and its three essential qualities: 1. Mutual concern 2. Mutual contact 3. Mutual contribution

In the early days of World War II, Germany bombed England unmercifully. The British teetered near defeat as German planes dropped tons of bombs on London. The people of London urged the Queen Mother to send her children to safety in Canada. She replied by saying, “The children cannot go ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Anglican

From Fans To Followers Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 9, 2016

God wants to move you from being a fickle fan to become a faithful follower.

From Fans to Followers Mark 3:7-19 Rev. Brian Bill April 9-10, 2016 What do you think of large crowds? • A record crowd of 170,000 watched the Kentucky Derby in 2015. • Over 115,000 fans gathered to watch Michigan play Notre Dame in 2013. • 3.5 million attended the largest ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Testimony Before Kings Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025

A Spirit-empowered testimony carries divine authority that can touch the hearts of rulers, break resistance, and reveal the transforming power of the gospel.

THE POWER OF TESTIMONY BEFORE KINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 26:1-29 Key Verse: “Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.” (Acts 26:28) Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:18-20, Revelation 12:11, Luke 21:12-15, 1 Peter 3:15, Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Right Amount Of Salt, Please!

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 13, 2025

Chefs have to learn the exact amounts – say – of salt to add to the food. Too much salt and the food becomes bitter. Too little salt and the food is bland. So it is with our use of "salt" in witnessing!

THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF SALT, PLEASE Col. 4:5-6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about this man, he was taking a walk in the woods with his friend when suddenly they encounter a huge grizzly bear about 20 yards in front of them. They both froze in their tracks. As the bear intently stared them down, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unwavering Faith Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 18, 2017

Our liberty should 1) Never cause a brother to stumble (v. 13), 2) grieve or be devastated (vv. 14–15); 3) never forfeit our witness for Christ (vv. 16–19), 4) tear down His work (vv. 20–21), or be either 5) denounced or flaunted (vv. 22–23)

Most churches include dedicated, faithful believers whose consciences do not allow them to participate in or approve of certain practices. The Apostle Paul described those who exercise their legitimate liberty as “stronger believers”. Those who feel restricted in exercising legitimate liberty as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Other

Sharing The Good News Through The Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

Evangelism is not just a human effort; it is a divine assignment that requires divine empowerment. Jesus Himself, in Luke 4:18-19, declared that the Spirit of the Lord was upon Him to preach the Good News.

SHARING THE GOOD NEWS THROUGH THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 4:18-19 Supporting Texts: Acts 1:8, John 14:26, 1 Corinthians 2:4, Romans 8:14, Acts 4:31 INTRODUCTION: Evangelism is not just a human effort; it is a divine assignment that requires divine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life Testimony Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 25, 2023

Paul in this passage gives one of the most profound counter cultural statements ever said, "to live is Christ, and to die is gain!" In this sermon we are going to examine what Paul meant by those words and how putting Christ first is the key to joy and rejoicing in Lord's presence!

Paul’s Life Testimony Philippians 1:18b-26 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 While the Christian life is filled with a few glorious mountain tops to stand upon to review one’s blessings and spiritual fruit, far too often one finds oneself in the trenches of trials, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

Road Rage Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 22, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 14: 1 - 28

Acts 14: 1 - 28 Road Rage 14 Now it happened in Iconium that they went together to the synagogue of the Jews, and so spoke that a great multitude both of the Jews and of the Greeks believed. 2 But the unbelieving Jews stirred up the Gentiles and poisoned their minds against the brethren. 3 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Fishing In Our Own Pond

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

The call for the disciples to be witnesses in Jerusalem was the call for them to go fishing in their own pond. It remains the call for us to fish our own ponds, to be a witness within the network of relationships God has placed us, to capture the hearts a

Fishing In Your Own Pond Acts 1:8 The call to be witnesses was a call to go fishing in our own ponds, to be a witness within the network of relationships God has placed us, to capture the hearts and souls of family, friends, coworkers, neighbors and acquaintances, and spiritually reel them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ