Sermons on Lost Opportunities:

The Lost Son Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 15, 2011

The Prodigal Father's love for His lost son

37. Who is Jesus? May 22th, 2011 The Lost Son Our journey through Luke brings us to one of the best known stories in all of scripture, maybe even the best known story ever told; the story of the prodigal son. This is the longest parable that Jesus tells and probably the best short story ever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

Religious But Lost Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Oct 10, 2002

What difference does it make if I do all the right things but not know the right Person.

Religious But Lost Romans 2:1-16 · Last Sunday AM & PM we studied the wrath of God. We looked at WHY God’s wrath is exercised upon mankind(gentile world)(1:18-22). 1) Man’s rejection of God’s revelation of Himself(Conscience/Creation) 2) Man’s Exchange of giving God’s glory to giving it to other ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

A Passion For The Lost Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 7, 2012

Paul had a burning passion for the lost...

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 31, 2012 Date Preached: Jun 03, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Title: A Passion for the Lost! Sermon Text: Romans 9:1-5 [HCSB] Introduction: 1With Christ as my witness, I speak with utter truthfulness. My conscience and the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Lost Prayer Equals Lost Sheep

Contributed by Michelle Holsinger on Mar 8, 2008

How many hours would you be willing to pray if you knew it would save a soul?

Lost Prayer Equals Lost Sheep Luke 15:4What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it? Luk 15:5 And when he hath found [it], he layeth [it] on his shoulders, rejoicing. Luk ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parable Of The Lost Sheep And Lost Coin

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Sep 11, 2019

no matter who we feel, we are never lost from the love of God

Luke 15:1-10 You will have noticed that we have been hearing a lot of parables in the last couple months. We are currently reading from The Gospel According to Luke, and parables are one of Jesus' favorite means of teaching. Today, we again have a parable that is really two parables, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal

Are You Lost Or Just Lost Something

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Sep 15, 2019

Seeking the lost and leading them back

Weekend Message/Devotion September 15, 2019 Are You Lost OR Just Lost SOMETHING? Luke 15:1-10 Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, Acts 10:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lost Coin, Lost Sheep, Prodigal

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 21, 2019

Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time; 24th Sunday, Cycle C

There is a story of a man who was driving along the highway. Along the way he hits a big bump and hears a clang, but he ignores it and keeps on driving. When he gets home, he discovers that one of his hubcaps is missing. So, the next day he goes back to the spot where he hit the big bump, and sure ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Catholic

Paradise Lost Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 2, 2023

Because of our sin, we can’t come in; but since Jesus died on the cross to take our sin, we can now come in.

Paradise Lost Genesis 3:22-24 Rev. Brian Bill April 1-2, 2023 Many of you know that I have four sisters and no brothers. Do you feel my pain? Growing up, the only good thing about this arrangement was that I’m the oldest. Being a brother, I was always on the lookout for ways to bother my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Year To Build

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 5, 2008

This coming year let’s make a promise to each other and to God to at least try to bring people to hear the gospel, to be living messengers of the gospel, and to always preach the gospel when the opportunity arises.

A Year To Build Acts 14:19-23 How many are excited to be in the house of the Lord this evening? I am and I’m excited to be a part of this Church in this up coming year. Why? Because I have noticed some special things about this Church, since my family and I just started here just a few months ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:19-23

What Did Jesus Say About Evangelism? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

This message is designed to stir Christians toward evangelism using the words of Jesus. The message addresses how we should view unbelievers and how we are to respond to the opportunities that are before us.

Luke 10:1-4 11/20/16 Last Sunday I talked about an increased emphasis on evangelism. This morning I want to talk about three instructions Jesus gave His followers concerning the harvest. Let’s begin by turning to John 4:35. Here Jesus says to His disciples, “Do you not say, ‘There are still four ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-4, John 4:35-42, Psalm 14:1, Romans 10:14-15, Matthew 9:35-36, Matthew 28:18-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Lost In Lust Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

Living in a sex saturated world, we find ourselves remarkably like Lot struggling to keep a grasp on righteousness for ourselves and our children. How can we do that?

Tell the Story of the text.... There are a variety of lessons in this text, and I can only cover a few in the allotted time. 1) Homosexuality is a terrible sin The bible houses dozens of cross references to this very unpopular fact in our country. Romans 1:26-28 "For this reason God gave them ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Passion For The Lost Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

For a church to be effective, there must be a passion for the lost.

Passion for the Lost Acts 11; Selected Scriptures I. The Heart of Jesus A. Mandate - Matt. 11:28, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” B. Mission - Luke 19:10, “For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Lost Soul Series

Contributed by Bob Whitchurch on Jan 13, 2001

The destiny of the lost soul without Christ

The Lost Soul 1. Appointment of Death-"Once to die" a. Death comes to all ages Romans 5:12-Adamic Sin Ezekiel 18:4 Romans 3:23 2. Appointment of Judgment-"After this" (Expound on life ceases all functions cease) a. No second chances-Luke 12:16-20 b. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

Lost Sheep

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Feb 21, 2001

There are many Sheep out there today who have wandered away from the Fold. You and I as Preachers of the Gospel should cry loud and spare not the good news of safety, security, and the Shepherd who cares for us.

Sheep have a Shepherd. Sheep have a Leader. Sheep need good grass and still waters to feed on. The Lord Jesus is and all they need to survive. The Prophet Isaiah said in chapter 53: ALL we LIKE SHEEP have gone astray. Peter said for ye were AS SHEEP going astry but are now returned unto the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:175-176, Psalm 119:18

Denomination: Baptist

Lost & Found

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 8, 2001

An inductive use of questions and stories to lead my hearers to the point Jesus made about seeking and finding the lost.

Text: Luke 15 Title: Lost & Found Series: Lent 2001 Topic: Salvation/Evangelism Theme: Seeking the Lost Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to celebrate being found while joining in the search for other lost persons. Response: Individuals will receive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Wesleyan