Sermons on Evangelistic Invitation:

The Cup

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 27, 2004

We have been offered cups of coffee and many other cups in out lifetime. The cup of selfishness, pleasure, pride, anger. greed, gluttony, unbelief, unfaithfulness. This morning I want to invite you to taste a different cup --- the cup of Christ!

My Cup I collect coffee cups. My favorite cup is this Commemorative Desert storm gold plated mug. SHOW MUG w/ coffee in it. >> THEN HIDE MUG. I have sipped coffee from some really nice cups, and the same coffee taste better - from a better cup. I have tasted some coffee that no cup could ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Under Fire

Contributed by Lee Strobel on Jul 13, 2006

Note: This message kicks off a church-wide campaign in which small groups go through the four- or eight-week Faith Under Fire curriculum, inviting their seeking friends to join them. The DVD-driven curriculum is available at Outreach.com

Faith Under Fire [Note: This message kicks off a church-wide campaign in which small groups go through the four- or eight-week Faith Under Fire curriculum, inviting their seeking friends to join them. The DVD-driven curriculum is available at Outreach.com.] The network news reporter asked the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:19-22

Denomination: *other

The World's Greatest Birthday Celebration Series

Contributed by James Crain on Dec 14, 2007

This sermon describes the birth of Jesus Christ. It focuses on unique manner in which God brings about events as opposed to the world. God choses the person, the place, the time, he announces the birth, he sends out invitations to the most unlikely people

THE WORLD’S BEST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION God’s Marvelous Method Of Sending His Son Into The World God Chose the Host • They were NOT rich, popular, or famous • They were poor from an obscure village. • She was pure, a virgin. • He was a just man, • They knew God’s Word. • They were humble. • They ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Taught People If They Want To See God Work In New Ways They Must

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Jesus knew that faith and obedience must be expressed in new actions for maturing believers. When the Lord Jesus invited Peter to walk on the water He said, "Come." Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus.

Why Jesus Taught People If They Want To See God Work in New Ways They Must Be Willing to do New Things by Paul Fritz Matthew 14:29-14:31 Why Jesus Taught People If They Want To See God Work in New Ways They Must Be Willing to do New Things (Matt 14:29-31) Illustration:He was born in Columbus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satan's Will For Your Life Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 23, 2012

Satan is the ultimate eavesdropper and a constant gate crasher. As far as he is concerned we are like E.F. Hutten when we pray. Whenever and wherever we invite God to come we can be sure that Satan will also show up.

From a “Pastor’s Weekly Briefing” provided by Focus on the Family - “A large share of people who attend Protestant or Catholic churches have adopted beliefs that conflict with the teachings of the Bible and their church, according to Barna Research Group 35% believe that ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-10

What Do You Really Need For Christmas?

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 3, 2012

I received my gift in November, 1951. I was nine years old and I was in a small church in Kansas City, Kansas called the Rosedale Tabernacle. I listened to the sermon and there was nothing special about it that I can recall, but when the invitation was

What Do You Really Need for Christmas? John 3:16-18 Text: For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus Really The Only Way To God? Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 22, 2022

Do you believe that trusting in Jesus Christ’s death on the cross for the forgiveness of your sins is the only way to have a right relationship with God? You are invited to learn why Jesus Christ is the only way for us to know God personally!

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Is Jesus Really the Only Way to God? John 14:1-7 (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit www.danachau.com for a free online course.) We continue this ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: *other

Come Now Let Us Reason Together Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 30, 2021

God is not willing that any shall perish. He has no pleasure in the death of the wicked. If any man dies lost, it is not because God willed it, but because that man refused to listen to God's invitation, "Come now."

God spoke in our text through Isaiah to a very weak and wicked people. They have rebelled against God, and treated him like dirt. They have disobeyed His commandments; they have spurned His love, and have rejected His leading. They deserve nothing but God's wrath, but instead, God says, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18-20

The Greatest Of All Discoveries Eliminates Distress Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus sought to alleviate stress and to eliminate distress by inviting seekers and followers to "come and see" - Discover Who He is, why He came, what He has done and will do for all who believe in and trust Him.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of Jesus – ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-33

Weeping For Jerusalem

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 12, 2016

If we knew the heartbreak in our hometowns, we would weep too. Every city and town can be blessed with Jesus’ presence, but the leaders must invite Jesus into the city or town before God’s peace can be experienced.

(Text: Luke 19:41-44) I share these thoughts with you today in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, AMEN In the reading we heard from Luke’s gospel a few minutes ago, Jesus wept. Does that surprise you? After all, Jesus and God are one in the same. Well, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Anglican

Longings To Be Followed-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 10, 2016

4 of 4. Jesus invited His audience to accept Him as the Light that everyone/all should follow. Jesus is the Light that all should follow. But Why? 4 longings worthy of being followed...A Longing to be followed, fulfills the need for...

LONGINGS TO BE FOLLOWED-IV—John 8:12 Attention: How many of you here are hunters &/or fishermen? A father absolutely loves the outdoors. He loves being in the woods & on the water. Because of his passion for hunting & fishing, his family eats a considerable amount of wild game. In fact, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Longings To Be Followed-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 12, 2016

1 of 4. Jesus invited His audience to accept Him as the Light that everyone/all should follow. Jesus is the Light that all should follow. But Why? 4 longings worthy of being followed...A Longing to be followed, fulfills the need for...

LONGINGS TO BE FOLLOWED-I—John 8:12 Attention: VBS Theme this week: ‘Following Jesus, The Light of the world.’ There are many things we long for... Things that may or may not be Christ honoring, such as... Personal recognition, Power over others, Overly expensive vehicle(s), ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Longings To Be Followed-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 27, 2016

2 of 4. Jesus invited His audience to accept Him as the Light that everyone/all should follow. Jesus is the Light that all should follow. But Why? 4 longings worthy of being followed...A Longing to be followed, fulfills the need for...

LONGINGS TO BE FOLLOWED-II—John 8:12 Attention: Disaster Encounter "Oh, No!" he gasped as he surveyed the disaster before him. Never in his 40 years of life had he seen anything like it. How anyone could have survived he did not know. He could only hope that somewhere amid the overwhelming ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Heavens Declare The Glory Of God Psalm 19:1-2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 12, 2024

Psalm 19:1-2 invites us to witness and reflect on the glory of God as revealed through His creation. These verses not only call us to see God’s handiwork in the natural world but also to understand His continuous revelation to humanity.

Transformed by Truth: The Heavens Declare the Glory of God Psalm 19:1-2 Psalm 19:1-2 (NLT): "The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make him known." Introduction: Today, we are diving into ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-2, Psalm 19:1, Romans 1:20, Psalm 19:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

"unlocking The Power Of Prayer: Overcoming Obstacles To Develop A Vibrant Prayer Life"

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Mar 4, 2024

Beloved, let us rise above the obstacles that hinder our prayer lives and embrace the invitation to commune with our Heavenly Father. Let us prioritize prayer, seek His presence earnestly, and overcome doubts and distractions through faith and discipline.

Title: "Unlocking the Power of Prayer: Overcoming Obstacles to Develop a Vibrant Prayer Life" Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, I want to delve into a topic that is essential to our spiritual growth and vitality: prayer. Prayer is our lifeline to God, our means ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Pentecostal