Sermons on Joint Participation:

Mary, Did You Know? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 27, 2023

Explores Mary's faith in accepting God's will, encouraging us to trust God's promises and be active participants in His redemptive narrative.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I have the distinct privilege of standing before you today, not by my own merit, but by the grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ. We are gathered together in His name, bound by the love He has lavished upon us, and driven by the hope He has instilled within us. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Mary, News

Why Am I Still Here? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores understanding our purpose through God's perspective, persevering in that purpose, and actively participating in God's divine plan. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. How wonderful it is to gather together in His name, to bask in the warmth of His love, to seek His wisdom, and to find solace in His promises. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, unique in our experiences and perspectives, yet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: Jesus, Uses, All

God's Plan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 3, 2024

Explores understanding, participating in, and persevering through God's plan, using God's Word as a guiding light in times of uncertainty and doubt.

Good morning, dear friends. I stand before you today, filled with a sense of joy and anticipation, as we prepare to open God's Word together. Our lives are filled with questions, uncertainties, and dilemmas. We often find ourselves asking, "Why is this happening? What is God's plan in all of this?" ...read more

Topics: God's Plan, Christians

The Disciples Rejoin Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 3, 2024

This sermon explores our calling to participate in the heavenly harvest, encouraging us to be soul winners for Christ and live in the present moment. Key

Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come together in the spirit of unity, under the banner of His love, to reflect upon His Word and seek His guidance in our lives. Isn't it a joy to know that we are not alone in this walk of faith but have each other to lean ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-38

Topics: Harvest

Sent With A Purpose Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon emphasizes the Christian calling to share the gospel, serve others, and participate in God's mission, with the belief that all things are possible with Jesus.

Hey Church Family, I am so excited to dive into God's Word with you today. We are going to be exploring a powerful passage from the Gospel of Matthew, where Jesus reminds us that we are all "Sent with a Purpose". This message hits home for those of us who’ve ever wondered, “What is my purpose now ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35, Matthew 10:1-8

Topics: Purposeful Living, Sharing Gospel, Divine Mission

Do You Really Know The Lord?

Contributed by Dr. Scott Caudill on Apr 24, 2002

You say you know the Lord Jesus Christ. Do you really know the Lord?

Do You Really Know The Lord? Philippians 3:7-11 Now we’ve studied from Paul’s epistle to the Philippian believers on numerous occasions before and found by doing so that this particular epistle has come to be known over the years as the epistle of Christian joy. I believe the reason will be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Suffering For The Right Reasons Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

Suffering for what is right brings reward but suffering for what is wrong brings wrath

ENGAGE Would you all agree with me that there are a number of aspects of the kingdom of God that are completely at odds with the culture in which we live? Because of that, whenever the kingdom of God is inserted into this world in any way, conflict and tension inevitably result. We certainly see ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

This Day The Victor's Song

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 19, 2000

The enemies of God's people are entrenched oppression and their own loser's heart, but God is a God of victory, who calls us to participate in His victory.

I like winning. I do not like to lose. If I am going to compete, I want to be the winner. Number two is not good enough. Silver medals are not good enough. Almost is not good enough. I like winning. I do not like to lose. Grantland Rice may be more deeply Christian than I, as he wrote, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Olympic Sport

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2004

Paul often compared our living the Christian life to the athletes who participated in the ancient Olympic games. This lesson examines those similarities.

Do you have the fever yet? No, not the flu! Do you have Olympic fever, yet? August 13th marks the beginning of Olympic competitions in Athens, Greece! 10,500 athletes from 202 nations will be gathering for the games. Upwards of a couple million will travel to watch the contests. Amazingly, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

About The Collection (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 19, 2005

This is the second of four messages "about the collection" in which we examine the principles of financial stewardship. This sermon examines the period, participants, and place of giving.

Scripture Last week I began a sermon series About the Collection. My intention is to preach four messages on the biblical principles of financial stewardship with respect to giving to the Lord. I would like to reiterate that these messages are intended to help you who are Christians grow in this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Leadership Challenge

Contributed by J Spurling on Jun 6, 2003

A study of Christ’s leadership challenge to Peter in John 21:15–22 will motivate us to jump-start our participation in the church.

This morning we are going to be talking about Leadership. As a matter of fact I am going to challenge you this morning toward leadership. But, my definition of church leadership that I am challenging you toward might be a little different from what you think leadership within the body of Christ is ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How To Be An Apocalyptic Christian In Four Easy Steps Series

Contributed by Michael Bird on Sep 19, 2002

This sermon looks at Lk 9:57-10:20 and argues that mission is an apocalyptic activity whereby we participate in the victory of the kingdom of God.

Lk 9.57-10.20: How to be an Apocalyptic Christian in 4 Easy Steps Introduction When I pose the question, “How to be an Apocalyptic Christian?” numerous thoughts or images might fly through your mind. Is it like David Koresh and the Branch Dividians of Waco, Texas U.S.A? Is that like one of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worthy Of Our Thanks

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 19, 2002

An acrostical outline designed to encourage congregational participation using the word: THANKS. Support scriptures are provided under each of the letters in the word "THANKS".

WORTHY OF OUR THANKS "Giving thanks always for all things to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ." Ephesians 5:20. The Christian can give thanks for "all things" as we rest in the promise of Romans 8:28. Using each letter in the word "thanks", write in the word which deserves our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

Completing Our Initiation Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 26, 2009

Baptism is called the “portal to all the sacraments,” but it is our participation in the Eucharistic sacrifice which perfects within us the gifts given to us at Baptism.”

January 26, 2009 Timothy and Titus Sacramentum Caritatis On this feast of Saints Timothy and Titus, who are linked forever in the Church’s memory with St. Paul, whose conversion we celebrated yesterday, we continue with the Holy Father to reflect on the relationship between the Blessed Eucharist ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

Give Up Or Get Up?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 8, 2009

Never consider anyone hopeless. Pray intensely, watch out for the naysayers or for your own negativity, and then participate in the redemption Christ wants to bring.

He’s just hopeless! She is beyond redemption! I am never going to make it! They have no future whatsoever! They are hopeless! Are you ever tempted to speak like that? Do you ever feel that way about somebody, maybe even about yourself? Hopeless? Watch out. Because there is nothing more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Baptist