Sermons on Forced Evangelization:

The Evangelistic Jerusalem Church Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

Christ’s last command, “Go into all the world . . . preach the gospel to everyone . . . "

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT FORMED THE FIRST CHURCH? 1. Christ’s last command, “Go into all the world . . . preach the gospel to everyone . . . make disciples in every culture (people group), baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit . . . and teach them all I have taught them” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Discipleship - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 13, 2024

The Cost of Discipleship - Part 1 Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org The story is told of the military legend Alexander the Great, King of Macedonia (336-323) and conqueror of Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt, Babylonia, and Persia, almost all of the known world. One day on the warpath, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Brethren

I’ve Come To Far To Turn Back Now!

Contributed by R.p. Ministries on Sep 26, 2024

This manuscript brings an urgent, prophetic tone, calling the people to action and reminding them of God’s promises while infusing a sense of spiritual warfare and determination.

Introduction: People of God, hear me clearly today! We are living in a time where the enemy is doing everything in his power to frustrate the plans of God’s people. But I stand here to declare, with urgency, that we have come too far to turn back now! The Spirit of the Lord is calling us higher. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6, Nehemiah 4:10-14

He Chose... Poorly

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 9, 2024

We chose poorly when we do not tell, when we do not share (Preached for Faith Promise Rally promoting missions) (Adapted from a book called, "See, Here is Water" by Oneta Gentry, pg. 76 and following)

HoHum: In Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, when they finally get to the old knight guarding the Holy Grail, Donavon, with the help of Elsa, choses a cup from which to drink. Elsa chooses the cup -- a solid gold, emerald encrusted goblet. Donovan instantly takes it from her. Donovan looks at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-16, Isaiah 55:1-2, Genesis 12:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bridge To The Lost

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Oct 14, 2024

This message is to on the theme of evangelism / outreach. It speaks of leading the lost to "The Bridge" - Jesus Christ. It can also be used as a gospel message with a little adaption

In Eph. 2 Paul speaks of people's hopeless condition of living without a relationship with God. Before Jesus, Gentiles were in a desperate place. They had no hope because they were without God. But once Christ died on the cross for the whole world – ALL people could have a relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, John 14:5-6

Sent Into The World

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

40 days after the resurrection is the ascension. But as Jesus is ascending into heaven he is sending those left behind out into the world to make disciples and to transform the world. To discover unexpected joy in serving and giving.

Sent Into the World 13 “I am coming to you now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them. 14 I have given them your word and the world has hated them, for they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. 15 My ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reaching The 412

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

Today we are going to think about reaching out to our community.

Reaching the 412 “We, however, will not boast beyond proper limits, but will confine our boasting to the sphere of service God himself has assigned to us, a sphere that also includes you.” (41256 Barnetts Creek, 41204 Boons Camp 41222 Collista, 41222 Denver, 41216 East Point, 41219 Elna, 41219 ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Light Brighter Than The Sun Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 11, 2025

We’ve all had a personal encounter with Jesus, and we need to tell our story to anyone who will listen.

LIGHT BRIGHTER THAN THE SUN Text: Acts 26:12-18 Introduction 1. “I believe in Christ like I believe in the sun – not because I can see it, but because by it I see everything else.” (C.S. Lewis). 2. “For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. So live as people of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:12-18

Denomination: Methodist

Partners In The Gospel

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 27, 2025

Sermon challenges the congregation to move from being passive church attendees to becoming active, consistent partners in the mission of the gospel.

Introduction: More Than Membership Begin with an analogy of a gym membership versus being on a sports team. A member uses the facilities for personal benefit. A team member, however, is invested, has a shared goal, and actively participates for the success of the whole team. The Problem: Too ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Vision For The Church

Contributed by John Newton on Sep 1, 2025

Paul shares his vision for the church with the believers in Ephesus

Many years ago (I’m embarrassed to admit how many!) a wise friend passed on to me a little book entitled The Gospel Blimp. Maybe some of you are old enough to have heard of it. Perhaps some have even read it! The story opens with a group of friends from church gathered for a barbecue in the back ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:8-21

Denomination: Episcopal

The Blue Waters Of Baptism Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 21, 2025

Have you seen the bracelets with colored beads that people use to share their faith? What does the blue stand for and what does it encourage us to do? Check out this message from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

I think every preacher has at least one funny baptism story they can share. Here’s mine. When Elizabeth was 7 years old, she convinced us that she was ready to commit her life to Jesus and be baptized. We knew she understood what she was doing when she told us she was praying for God to give her a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The One

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 16, 2013

Receive Jesus, revealed by God as the One who was to come.

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas December 15, 2013 THE ONE Isaac Butterworth Matthew 11:2-19 (NRSV) 2When John heard in prison what the Messiah was doing, he sent word by his disciples 3and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Marriage Made In Heaven Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

Isaac’s Marriage is a type of our own journey to build the bride of Christ (The church) through evangelism.

After this morning’s message ("Why shouldn’t Happy People Get married") I thought it a good idea to switch back to marriages that are good and right for this evening. I’d like to took at a marriage made in heaven, but not every marriage made in heaven has a Hollywood existence and ends with (Or ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Testimony

Contributed by Gregory Johnston on Mar 13, 2019

In bringing Jesus to those that need to hear the Gospel, we cannot underestimate the power of our testimony. Testimony is simply how God is working in our lives - not necessarily how we came to faith.

The Power of Testimony I. Testimony enhances our spiritual life a. I love biographies – Wilberforce, Bonhoeffer, Studd b. Law and Order – power of the testimonial c. Question – whose testimony has affected you and why? d. Story is important in the post-Modern culture i. Rejection of the meta ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32, 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

Denomination: Vineyard

When There Are More Q's Than A's

Contributed by Tim Bond on Nov 18, 2002

When we are forced to live with more questions than answers, we must live by faith.

A few years ago I received one of those tests that Fathers get into trying to be a good “Dad.” We were living in KY at that time, and on that day I had to travel to Scottsburg, IN for a lunch meeting. Trent was in pre-school at the time, except it wasn’t in session that day so I decided I would be ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:4, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ