Sermons on Gideons Call:

The Call To A Life Of Faith Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008

We will study the life of Abraham and his journey of faith. He is called the Father of Faith, and the Patriarch of Faith of both Jews and the Christians. I believe his life will teach us many things about walking or living with God by faith. He is also ca

Theme: The Call to a Life of Faith Text: Gen.11:27-12:3 B. This morning we are going to begin a new sermon series, and it’s from the book of Genesis. We will study the life of Abraham and his journey of faith. He is called the Father of Faith, and the Patriarch of Faith of both Jews and the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call To A Life Of Commitment Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008

We are on a journey that began the day we received Jesus into our hearts and that will continue until the day we arrive in Heaven. This pilgrimage is, at times, a wonderful thing. At other times, it is difficult. Yet all the time, it is a pilgrimage that

Theme: The Commitment to a Life of Faith Text: Genesis 12: 4-9 Introduction A. Last week we have learned that out of Abram’s miserable spiritual condition God called him to live his life in faith. This gives us the truth that indeed, no one is beyond the touch of God. He is able to come where we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pursuing The Call Of Christ

Contributed by George Bannister on Aug 26, 2008

This message deals with the need for believers to have Biblical core values that will guide their lives.

Introduction: A. The need of our time is Christians who are real: *Our artificial fixations may be best epitomized by the guy who tried to rid his house of mice. He bought a mouse trap but had no cheese. To remedy the problem, cut out a picture of cheese from a magazine. He loaded the trap with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Discern The Call Of Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 13, 2008

From the gifts you have been given, and with spiritual counsel, you can discern your life’s vocation.

September 16, 2008 Cornelius and Cyprian, Martyrs 1 Cor 12: 12-14 & 27-31 One body with many members, each with special gifts to share. That is the meaning of the Church for St. Paul, who first experienced the unity of Jesus and the Church on the Damascus road. “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Catholic

Our Call To Discipleship

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Mar 23, 2007

Shows what Jesus expects of us as disciples

OUR CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP Mark 8:34-38 A. After Jesus has rebuked Peter for being consumed with the things of this world and not concerned about the things of God, Jesus issued one of the declarations about His pending death. He knew He was going to pay with the cost of His life for the sins of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Your Calling

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 5, 2007

Are we really listening and expecting God to speak with us or are we too busy being distracted by many things that we can’t hear Him call?

April, 2007 “Finding Your Calling” I Samuel 3:1-10 INTRODUCTION: During three centuries of rule by the judges, the word of God was rare. By Eli’s time there were no prophets speaking God’s message. In fact there had only been two prophets--Deborah (Judges 4:4) and Othniel (Judges 6:8) during ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Shofar-Call To Arms Series

Contributed by Brian Menear on Apr 13, 2007

There is a battle raging today. Know it or not, you are part of it. Which side are you on?

Shofar-Call To Arms(NIV) There is a battle that is going on today whether you know it or not. It used to be in the headlines and many people have died fighting it. The battle is not against another country or power state. We are not talking about the battle in Iraq, but the battle between good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Thing Called Grace

Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Apr 24, 2007

I received the outline for this message from a local Nazarene colleague. It draws a comparison between the grace Christ extended to the lady caught in adultery and the grace shown by the elements of the communion table.

THIS THING CALLED GRACE John 8:2-11 When I was in Grade 1, I was almost caught throwing rocks. It was during the lunchtime recess when my cousin and I decided the most productive thing to do was to throw rocks. We were not throwing rocks at the school. We were not trying to smash out windows. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11

Denomination: Nazarene

And They Were Called Christian

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 6, 2007

The accompanying message to my book which bears the same name. This message reveals the four-stages in the process of becoming a true Christian.

“And they Were Called Christian” 1 Cor 2:`4 / Acts 2, 5, 6, 11/ * As a boy I was in several organizations which promoted by rank. Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, & even Royal Ambassadors have different “rank” or “levels” of development. The rank was literally an indication of your commitment, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

Being Called By God Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 24, 2008

A Wednesday night series of Messages from Jonah.

Being Called By God Jonah 1:1-3 * Of all the Old Testament Books, one of my favorites happens to be Jonah. There are many reasons why I like this book. One reason is that I love the honesty found in this book. God called Jonah to do a task that he didn’t really want to do so he (being a little ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Magnitude Of God's Call Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 16, 2008

The gifts and callings of God are beyond our wildest capacity to understand.

The Magnitude of God’s Call Jonah 3:3-5 * The New Testament tells us in Romans 11 that both the gifts and callings of God are irrevocable and/or without repentance. This literally means that God didn’t make a mistake, He doesn’t regret, and He is not saddened by the gifts and callings He has given ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Call For God's Anointing Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Nov 3, 2008

A study of what to do when all else fails. Looking at the example of the disciples and the lesson of Jesus, this message calls on the church for a day of prayer and fasting.

Series: The Purpose of the Church 1. Luke 14 – “The Cost of Discipleship” 2. Jeremiah 18 – “The Potter, The Clay, and The Church” 3. Today – Matt. 17:1-21 “A Call for God’s Anointing” 4. 9th – Eph 4 – The Internal Role of the Church – How we fit together 5. 16th – Acts 2 – The Church and The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Calling All Lepers

Contributed by Michael Jones on Dec 6, 2007

This sermon discusses how we should be thankful to God in all circumstances and never forget His blessings even when others do.

A Universal Problem (vs. 11 -12) - Leprosy: bacterial infection that causes skin ulcers, paralysis, and gangrene - Separated from society (leprosy villages) - Could not come in contact with Jesus A Universal Need (vs. 13) - All were in need of mercy - All were in need of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Make The Call

Contributed by Jason Winters on Dec 8, 2007

Deciding where to be in relationship with God

You Make The Call Simon Peter answered him, "Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. John 6:68(NIV) Jesus said to them, "I tell you the truth, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood ...read more

Scripture: John 6:68

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Shall Be Called

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Dec 22, 2007

Looking at the wonder of the revealed names of the Lord in Isaiah 9:6

HE SHALL BE CALLED Isaiah 9:6-7 6 To us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7 Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible