Sermons on Higher Calling:

Making Your Vessel Fit For Higher Things 2 Tim 2:20-21 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 22, 2013

Our character is not set by genetics or the failures or mistakes of the past. We have a CHOICE. We can CHANGE. We can become someone capable of containing God and accomplishing His purposes.

2 Timothy 2:20 In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for noble purposes and some for ignoble. 21 If a man cleanses himself from the latter, he will be an instrument for noble purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21

Denomination: *other

Bad Calls From Religious Umpires

Contributed by Gary Washburn on Jul 11, 2002

When an umpire makes a bad call our sense of fairness has been violated. Sometimes we scream at God, "bad call" or "not fair God!" This attitude reveals some ugly things about us.

Bad calls from religious umpires Romans 2:1-4 Intro: Ever seen umpire make a bad call? Crowd boo’s and blood pressure and anger rises. Our sense of fairness has been violated and we are ready to fight when it comes to fairness. We hear of a serial killer getting caught, convicted, then life in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

In The World But Not Of The World: The Christian’s Calling

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

The Christian is called to live as a representative of God's kingdom while navigating a corrupt and decaying society.

IN THE WORLD BUT NOT OF THE WORLD: THE CHRISTIAN’S CALLING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 17:14-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, 1 John 2:15-17, Philippians 2:14-16, James 4:4, Colossians 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world filled with moral confusion, spiritual compromise, and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Words: Speaking Life In A World Of Negativity Ephesians 4:29 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024

Ephesians 4:29, explores how our words can be instruments of grace, encouragement, and healing. In a world filled with negativity and harsh speech, we are called to a higher communication standard.

The Power of Words: Speaking Life in a World of Negativity Ephesians 4:29 Introduction: Today, we will delve into the profound message of Ephesians 4:29, exploring how our words can be instruments of grace, encouragement, and healing. In a world filled with negativity and harsh speech, we are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 18:21, Colossians 4:6, Hebrews 10:24-25, James 1:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Christian Walk Of Christlikeness, Humility And Unity Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 6, 2023

The Christian walk is a call to a higher walk of Unity, Love and Peace in the Body of Christ. The oneness within the Body of Christ empowers believers to overcome their differences and embrace a new way of being.

Sermon - The Christian Walk of Christlikeness, Humility and Unity Scripture - Ephesians 4:1-6 “Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, Romans 12:18, 2 Corinthians 13:1, Colossians 3:15, Hebrews 12:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Better: A Call To Goals & Growth

Contributed by Harold Eggar on Jan 3, 2025

All Scripture is taken from the ESV unless otherwise noted. I do not spend much time correcting spelling and grammar in my notes as I deliver these sermons orally. I apologize if that makes this sermon more difficult to follow on paper.

Preached 1/5/25 I do want to say Happy New Year to all of you welcome to 2025, and as a church, we are so glad that you are here with us kicking off this new year being a part of God's family here in Riverton. You know personally I think I've always kind of been a little confused about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:17-18, 1 Timothy 4:14-15, Luke 2:52, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, 1 Corinthians 12:29-31, Philippians 3:13-15, Philippians 3:12, Philippians 3:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Go And Grow

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 13, 2001

God is calling us to let go of all that is familiar and comfortable so that we can grow and mature in our walk with the Lord.

"Let Go and Grow!" Hebrews 6:1-3 Simeon woke up early and while it was still dark. He made his way to his favorite place of prayer and knelt before the King of Glory to give thanks for a new day. Simeon prayed for the peace of YHWH to surround Jerusalem and for the LORD to send His Messiah to His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christ Life Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jul 15, 2006

Part 5 in series Life Management 101. Dave encourages Christians and non-Christians to count the cost of following Jesus.

The Christ-Life Part 4 of series Life Management 101 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers July 16, 2006 Luke 9:57-62 (NIV) 57 As they were walking along the road, a man said to him, "I will follow you wherever you go." 58 Jesus replied, "Foxes have holes and birds of the air have nests, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Free Methodist

24/7: Twenty-Four Seven Series

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 10, 2006

A sermon on living like Jesus lived

24/7: Twenty-four seven A young soldier and his commanding officer got on a train together. The only available seats were across from an attractive young women who was traveling with her grandmother. As they engaged in pleasant conversation, the soldier and the young woman kept eyeing one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: *other

Ministry Essentials Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Have you ever been confused or disillusioned about your calling? Expository sermon explores Jesus interation concerning Peter’s calling: (1)Motive (2)Assignment (3)Focus. Used clip from the movie "The Rookie" as illustration.

Ministry Essentials Fortifying the Foundation # 47 John 21:15-25[1] 10-03-04 Intro Have you ever been confused or disillusioned about your calling? Early in your experience, God spoke to you and called you to serve Him in a particular way. You knew it. You knew it was from God. You knew ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-25

Denomination: Charismatic

James, Son Of Thunder

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jul 2, 2007

Have you ever known someone whose aggressive, ambitious personality just rubbed you the wrong way? Have you known someone who was so self-seeking that you couldn’t help but hope something humiliating would happen to them,just to teach them a lesson?

James, Son of Thunder Matthew 10: 2 These are the names of the twelve apostles: first, Simon (who is called Peter) and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; 3 Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; 4 Simon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Serving: Trail Hazards And Safety Tips Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 28, 2006

Learn how each Psalm in the Songs of Ascent (120-134) describe the exciting life of the modern day follower of God as we climb and grow in our relationship with Christ.

Serving: Trail Hazards & Safety Tips June 23, 2002 We continue this morning in our series on the Christian life, from what are commonly called, “The Psalms of Ascent”. These were Psalms specifically written for travel, as the early Israelites made their ascent every year, upwards to worship at ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

He Shall Be Called Kal-El Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 21, 2013

Was Jesus fully God? Was He fully man? And if so... why would Jesus go to all the trouble of being both?

OPEN: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQasTtHJQTU (Start at 0:06 mark and continue through 1:25… stopped before the bloody “S”). Does anybody know who the actor was who was reading the voice over? (Anthony Hopkins, who played Superman’s father Jor-el in “Superman ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23, Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bad Calls From Religious Umpires

Contributed by Monte Brown on Apr 21, 2010

We must stop comparing oursleves to anything other than the Word of God.

Introduction Baseball is an American sport that has been around for a long time. There are two teams, competing with each other and overseeing the game and the pitching of the ball is an umpire. Have you ever seen an umpire make a bad call? The crowd boo’s and blood pressure and anger ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Golden Rule Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 7, 2024

Jesus sets a higher standard than doing no wrong to others.

INTRODUCTION - A marriage counselor told a troubled couple they needed to be more sensitive to each other's needs. - He challenged them to apply the Golden Rule to their marriage, look at things through their spouse's eyes, and treat them the way they would want to be treated. - The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ