Sermons about Graduate Recognition

Pastor, A Servant Worthy Of Double Honor

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 28, 2019

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Worthy of double honor! Paul encourages the Corinthian Church to honor them for they are worthy to be acknowledged for their faithfulness in the ministry; for their remarkable love for Christ and His servants.

Sermon: Worthy of Double Honor Scripture Text: 1 Corinthians 16:13-18 Introduction: The Scripture gives us unusual insight into the inner workings of the Church at Corinth. It is likely that these men Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus delivered the letter to Paul from the Corinthian church, with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 3, 2025

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A call to cultivate a lifestyle of gratitude that honours God, strengthens faith, and attracts continuous blessings.

A GRATEFUL HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 103:1-5 Key Verse: “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 100:4, Colossians 3:15-17, Luke 17:11-19, Hebrews 13:15 INTRODUCTION A ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Looking For Life In All The Wrong Places

Contributed by David Dunn on Mar 30, 2026

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We miss Jesus not because He is absent, but because tears, wrong direction, and false expectations keep us from recognizing His living presence.

There is something unsettling about realizing you can be very close to the truth… and still completely miss it. Not far away. Not opposed to it. Not rejecting it. Just… missing it. You can be in the right place… at the right time… looking in the right direction… …and still not see what matters ...read more

Scripture: John 20:14-16, John 20:17-18, Luke 24:25-26, 2 Corinthians 5:16-17, Hebrews 11:1 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Life's Greatest Challenge

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Apr 23, 2007

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Graduation sermon challenging the graduates to keep Christ in their lives as they pursue their education and careers.

CHALLENGE FOR THE CLASS OF 2007 A. Today is a SPECIAL DAY. We will be honoring our High School Graduates. 1. We frequently arrive at some PIVOTAL MOMENT in our lives when we say, “THIS IS IT! This is what I was WORKING for! This is the MOMENT I have WAITED for!” GRADUATION is such a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pushing Through Fears

Contributed by James Powell on Dec 27, 2006

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Sermon focused on Graduation.

1. Push on through fears Johnny Carver - As a boy growing up in the country I had heard scary stories about a snake called a "Black Racer" that would chase you. These stories kept me very alert as I walked up and down the gravel roads around where we lived. One day mom asked me to go to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Remember Your Creator In The Days Of Your Youth

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 8, 2009

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Message given to graduating H.S. Seniors At the Willow Vale Christian School graduation service.

REMEMBER YOUR CREATOR IN THE DAYS OF YOUR YOUTH Ecclesiastes 12:1 “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years approach when you say: ‘I find no pleasure in them.” King Solomon gave this advice to the youth of his day. His advice came from ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1

Denomination: Free Methodist

For To Me, To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain.

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 25, 2017

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Prepare your life for the final graduation, which is a commencement of new life whether in endless hope or hopeless end.

For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. Phi 1:21 On June 12, 2005, exactly today 11 years ago, Steve Jobs delivered a speech to the graduating class at Stanford University. So outstanding was his speech that many call the speech as the most memorable, best, life-changing and even ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

What Does This Mean?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 9, 2011

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Sermon for Pentecost, 2011

Acts 2: 1 – 21 / What Does This Mean? Intro: Children love to celebrate their birthday with a party, cake, ice cream and most importantly, presents. But as we get older, we are less prone to celebrate our birthdays. I don’t like to put candles on my birthday cake because the sheer ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Senior Moments

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 16, 2017

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A sermon to honor our latest graduates. We are reminded to seek the Lord, he is seeking us; Go with the Lord, he is going with us; and Continue our education in the Lord, he continues to teach us.

1. Graduation is an exciting time of the year. Milestones are reached, plans are made, and the journey continues. The reason for calling it “Commencement.” 2. Educators have an almost impossible challenge before them. Too many students do not want to learn: Physics Teacher: "Isaac Newton was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baccalaureate Service 2024

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 2, 2024

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Encouraging words for those who have graduated high school.

Note: I reviewed many messages on Baccalaureate in this site. So may overlap some ideas. Let me first begin by saying congratulations. I know you have heard that a lot. But this is a big accomplishment. To me this will mean a lot to you especially as you look back. It may surprise you, but I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow

Contributed by Paul Sterrett on Mar 13, 2013

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What is the Godly approach to take in our attitude towards what the future holds for us?

DON’T STOP THINKING ABOUT TOMORROW James 4:13-17 INTRODUCTION When I started preparing my preaching calendar for May, I realized that on May 20, I had a problem…This was the day we wanted to honor our high school seniors, recognizing them for their accomplishments and encouraging them ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baccalaureate Message

Contributed by Jay Troutman Iii on Apr 30, 2005

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Message to prepare graduates for the world.

AS YOU START LIFE ON YOUR OWN - TWO THINGS: #1. NOTHING IS FAIR: · Everyone is not treated the same. · You must work at everything in order to achieve. 1. Your job. 2. Your relationships. 3. Your Faith. *There are no atheist in foxholes. * Seek a relationship w/God. Jer 29:13 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 7:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Be Faithful (Strong & Courageous)

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 19, 2014

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God has called us to be faithful in our service to Him. As Joshua was called to be strong & courageous, we too are called to that same calling... but it can only happen when we are grounded in Gods Word & resting on His power!

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 14, 2014 Date Preached: May 18, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Recognition of Graduates Sermon Title: Be Faithful (Strong & Courageous) Sermon Text: Joshua 1:1-9 [ESV] TEXT: Essence of the Text: Joshua is challenged to be ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Immersions For The Young Messiah-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 6, 2011

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2 of 2. Luke revealed the boy Jesus to be the Messiah thru showcasing His immersion in God’s affairs. The God-sent immerse themselves in God’s affairs. But How is this substantiated? Immersion in God’s affairs is substantiated thru...

IMMERSIONS For The YOUNG MESSIAH-II—Luke 2:41-52 Attention: During our church’s worship service, the pastor invites all the young children to join him near the altar for the "Children’s Moments Sermon." One day, with seven small children in attendance, he spoke about the ingredients ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Baptist

I Could Not Have Done It Without You!

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 28, 2018

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This is a lay pastor's appreciation message. It's about helping without always getting recognition for it. It looks at Hur in the Bible. Sometimes God wants us in the backgroung out of the spotlight.

I Could Not Have Done It Without You. 1 Chronicles 11:10-14 Romans 16:2-13 How do you feel when someone does something and they look at you and say, “I Couldn’t Have Done It Without You.” Today as we honor our lay pastors and look back at how God has used us in the past, we say, we could not have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:10-14, Romans 16:2-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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