Sermons on Laborers Are Few:

Commanded To Love - Commissioned To Serve

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Feb 26, 2007

We will discover as we examine our text tonight that Jesus not only gives His disciples a commandment but He also commissions them for service.

COMMANDED TO LOVE COMMISSIONED TO SERVE Preached by Rev. Kelvin L. Parks at Greater Faith Church-Baptist, Waukegan, Illinois on Wednesday, 21 February 2007 John 15:12-17 (v.12) This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. (v.13) Greater love hath no man than ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Harvest Time

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 7, 2010

It's Harvest time...ready, reapers, rewards

Harvest Time John 4:34-38 INTRODUCTION A. A chapter of surprises. 1. In verse 9 we see a woman surprised that Jesus would talk to her. a. More people should feel that way today…Unfortunately they don’t. b. A woman surprised that Jesus knew all about her. c. One of the most amazing ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Dangerous Prayers

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 28, 2013

Did you know that prayer can be dangerous? Dangerous prayers are prayers with consequences. Prayers that we ought to pray but that we also need to realize that that prayer which we pray might just be answered by God. Prayers that will change you.

Dangerous Prayers Matthew 7:7-8 Did you know that prayer can be dangerous? Dangerous prayers are prayers with consequences. Prayers that we ought to pray but that we also need to realize that that prayer which we pray might just be answered by God. These prayers are prayers that will challenge ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Making Disciples Who Make Disciples

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 18, 2026

Part three of a series on the mission and vision of our church

[after video of people talking about who discipled them] Pine Lake Baptist Church was old school. Every Tuesday night, we met for visitation. I wasn’t old enough to drive yet, but my mom dropped me off so I could go visitin’. And like every person who showed up for visitation the first time, I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Some Other Way. Is The Lord Not Good Enough?

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Jan 28, 2002

How have Christians changed over the years? Read three ways Christians have changed.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: SOME OTHER WAY. IS THE LORD NOT GOOD ENOUGH? “For God so Loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Blind Date?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 16, 2018

Its mind boggling isn’t it? So many want to go heaven, but so few really want to get to know the one whose coming to pick them up beyond a blind date experience, before He gets here!

The blind date Illus by Paul Fritz A father wanted to read the paper, but was being bothered by his little daughter, Vanessa. Finally, he tore a sheet out of his magazine, on which was printed the map of the world. Tearing it into small pieces, he gave it to Vanessa, and said, "Go into the other ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Will Fight This Philistine ? Series

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Aug 10, 2007

God is looking for a few good men to fight against the Philistine’s of our day. Someone who will trust God, stad firm and throw The Rock at the enemy. Who Will Fight this Philistine ? What about you ?

WHO WILL FIGHT THIS PHILISTINE #2 Philistines? Text: 1 Sam. 17: 10-11 I. Where are the Philistines? A. originally Aegean sea people (between Greece & Turkey) ie. Thessalonica, Smyrna, Ephesus B. Over 600 mi they came and settled in Cannan C. When they came they brought ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 18, 2007

The Lord’s prayer is our starting point in learning how to pray effectively. Many points are included in these few verses to help us see our prayers answered and our life protected from sin.

April, 2007 The Lord’s Prayer Matthew 6:9-15 INTRODUCTION: Every Sunday a part of our worship includes praying, “The Lord’s Prayer.” We would feel that there was something missing in the prayer time if this part were omitted; but do we know what we are praying or are we merely repeating words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Methodist

Why Do We Take Communion Each Week? Series

Contributed by Brent Baker on Sep 20, 2005

Every Sunday, we take a few minutes to partake of the Lord’s Supper and some don’t even know why. Why do we take the cracker and drink grape juice every Sunday.

Date Preached __________ Where Preached __________ Why Do We Do What We Do? Why Do We Take Communion Each Week? 1 Corinthians 11:17 -34 A little girl asked her mother one Sunday morning as she was preparing lunch, “Mommy, why do you cut off the ends of the ham before you cook it?” The girl’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bleakest Of The Bleak Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 20, 2003

The Work Christ accomplished on the Cross is more than we can know, but we can at least understand a few of the most important accomplishments. The events surrounding the crucifixion picture the theology behind this monumental climax of history.

The Bleakest of the Bleak (Matt. 27:45-55, John 19:30, Luke 23:47-48) Intro 1. I am into spot removing and solvents---at least a little bit. 2. Here are some common spot or stain treatments: (show removers, bleach, ammonia, etc.) 3. Some solvents will remove only some stains 4. Sometimes two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-55, John 19:30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Are The Nine?

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Nov 20, 2002

This passage demonstrates the principle of the church in the church. That is, there are only a few (remnant) who are grateful enough to show it. Some people call this the pareto principle - 20% or less do 80% or more of all ministry.

Where are the other nine? LUK 17:11 Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. LUK 17:12 As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance LUK 17:13 and called out in a loud voice, "Jesus, Master, have pity on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Duty Consciousness

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 13, 2002

“Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!” Matt. 25:23

Theme: Duty consciousness Text: Zeph. 1:7, 12-18; 1 Thess. 5:1-11; Matt. 25:14-30 Today’s Scripture reading from the gospel of Matthew belongs to what is referred to as the Olivet discourse as it was delivered as Jesus sat on the Mount of Olives. Addressed to His disciples it was intended to give ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The End Of Another Year

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

What if I viewed the end of this year like the end of my life? The sweet memories, the regrets, the lessons learned, the highs and lows. Here a few thoughts of personal inventory guided by Philippians 3:7-15.

I recently watched a helpful helpful video comparing the end of a year to the end of life. It got me to thinking personally. What if I did the same. The sweet memories, the regrets, the lessons learned, the highs and lows. Here a few thoughts of personal inventory guided by Philippians ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Staff Series

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Jan 10, 2012

Paul wrote the book of Ephesians to encourage the church and to define the purpose of the church. So during these next few weeks, I would encourage you to do a study of Ephesians during your daily Bible reading.

The Staff A Study of Exodus 4:1-5 An Introduction to the series THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH I goggled “The purpose of the church.” There were only 22,600,000 results. Here is one I liked. “It has been taught that the purpose of the church can be broken up into the three ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

The Staff Series

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Jan 10, 2012

Paul wrote the book of Ephesians to encourage the church and to define the purpose of the church. So during these next few weeks, I would encourage you to do a study of Ephesians during your daily Bible reading.

The Staff A Study of Exodus 4:1-5 An Introduction to the series THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH I goggled “The purpose of the church.” There were only 22,600,000 results. Here is one I liked. “It has been taught that the purpose of the church can be broken up into the three ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene