Sermons on Mission Outpost:

Perseverance Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 24, 2009

There is a process in our becoming all that God credated us to be. This is the human side of the divine change.

James 1:2-4, 22-25 “Perseverance” INTRODUCTION When it comes to travel, I think many of us are highway people. We want to go the fastest way possible in order to get to our destination as quickly as we can. We aren’t really interested in seeing the sights or stopping at the tourist ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-25

Denomination: Lutheran

The Church Witnesses In Words And Actions Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 4, 2008

The church carries out its calling to be witnesses to the ends of the earth through the gifts and talents of Christ’s disciples in everyday situatiosn in life.

Acts 3:1-16 “The Church Witnesses in Words and Actions” INTRODUCTION We continue on our path of discovery. Our goal is to gain greater insight and understanding about the Church, by studying the early Christians who are portrayed in the Book of Acts. So far we have learned that the early ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Has All The Magic Gone?

Contributed by Jay Winters on Feb 7, 2008

This Transfiguration sermon seeks to show God’s face, Jesus, for who He truly is using the Wizard from the Wizard of Oz as a negative example - our God is no man behind a curtain.

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three In One who… Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I didn’t see the Wizard of Oz until just two years ago. Before that I had gotten to know the characters as they had been presented to me in pop culture here and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Works

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 18, 2020

Jesus came to this world to do the work of the Father

work_____(eron)___(er 'gon)___a deed or action ** Jesus came to this world to do the work of the Father ___Jesus first words was__"How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father's business?" ___His Fathers business___the works of which He was sent to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-12, John 6:28-29

Denomination: Other

Disciples Love The Church Together Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 20, 2021

I love the church. Because I’m imperfect and I’m a part of the church, the church as we see it is imperfect. But I still love the church.

ACTS OF DISCIPLESHIP DISCIPLES LOVE THE CHURCH TOGETHER Acts 20:18-38 Introduction I love the church. Because I’m imperfect and I’m a part of the church, the church as we see it is imperfect. But I still love the church. Karl Vater : four main reasons why we should love the church -Jesus Loves ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Willing To Surrender?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 6, 2021

There is a cost to becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ. Each person has to determine what he/she is willing to give. Jesus gave His life. In turn what will you surrender?

What are you willing to surrender? Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 8:34-38 34 And He summoned the crowd with His disciples, and said to them, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow Me. 35 "For whoever wishes to save his life will lose ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Leadership- Respect Others Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 4, 2024

This is the 209th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 7th sermon from 1 Timothy.

Series: Action [#209] LEADERSHIP- RESPECT OTHERS 1 Timothy 5:1-25 Introduction: As we continue our Series, “Action”; I want to remind you that how we treat others matters. Paul was reminding Timothy of some truths that his Mother and Grandmother taught him- Respect others. I too, was taught ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Beauty Of Unity Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 16, 2025

Psalm 133 is a wisdom psalm teaching about the beauty of unity.

Bible Study on Psalm 133 Title: “The Beauty of Unity” Text: Psalm 133 (CSB) A song of ascents. Of David. I. Introduction: When Unity Is More Than Agreement Psalm 133 is a brief yet profound meditation on the blessing of unity among God’s people. In a fractured world—and often in divided ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Came To Save, Not To Campaign Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Apr 1, 2025

Brothers and sisters, we are living in an age where the name of Jesus is being hijacked. It's being used not just in churches but in courtrooms, campaigns, and Capitol buildings

Title: Jesus Came to Save, Not to Campaign Text: Luke 19:10 – "For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost." ________________________________________ Introduction Brothers and sisters, we are living in an age where the name of Jesus is being hijacked. It's ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36, Luke 19:10, Matthew 22:21, John 6:15, John 3:16, Revelation 7:9, Galatians 1:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12:13  (view more)  (view less)

Boldly Going: What Star Trek Can Teach Us About God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024

As a lifelong fan of science fiction, I've always been fascinated by the stories that explore the vastness of space and the complexities of the human condition.

Boldly Going: What Star Trek Can Teach Us About God Introduction Today, we are venturing into a sermon with a bit of a twist. As a lifelong fan of science fiction, I've always been fascinated by the stories that explore the vastness of space and the complexities of the human condition. One ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Galatians 3:28, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Swallowed Up Or Spewed Out Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 6, 2003

God disciplines us when we turn aside from His will: either we get swallowed up in addictive behavior, churchianity, busy-ness, and controversy; or God spews us out as ill-equipped, unreceptive, divisive. Confess our distress, admit our limitations, and

What parent does not dread this awful experience? In your care is a small child. You turn your back for just an instant –to answer the phone, to get a drink of water – and when you come back to that child, she is coughing and choking, clutching at her throat. Those curious eyes saw something ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did Jesus Die On The Cross

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 8, 2004

When we read the four Gospel accounts of the Life of Christ we try to think what it might have been like to have lived during the time of Christ. We know that Jesus was arrested and condemned to die on the cross, but we have a hard time picturing the suf

Why did Jesus Die on the Cross? Isaiah 53:1-9 When we read the four Gospel accounts of the Life of Christ we try to think what it might have been like to have lived during the time of Christ. We know that Jesus was arrested and condemned to die on the cross, but we have a hard time picturing the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Joy

Contributed by David Moore on Jul 21, 2004

Joy despite circumstances

Philippians 1 3-11 We are going to be looking at Philippians for the next month or so. Philippians is a great letter of Paul to a wonderful church. Paul, as you may remember, was the apostle to the Gentiles, to all of us non-Jews. He wrote many letters to different churches which were so wonderful ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What-You Are A Priest.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

This sermon deals with stewardship of our occupations as service to the Lord.

What You’re A Priest—A Stewardship Of Our Occupations 10/18/98 Exodus 31:1-12 1 Peter 2:4-12 What would happen if your were in the army and your commanding officer told you, “we want to send you in on a mission behind enemy lines to rescue some of the prisoners who have been captured. You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ-Like Witnessing

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 28, 2005

There is no greater honor than to be a part God’s work which is telling others about Jesus Christ. This message gives you Biblical truths to sharing about God’s gift of Salvation

Turn your Bibles to John 4:13-14 Title: Christ-like Witnessing Theme: Following the Lord’s Example in Witnessing Introduction: There is no greater honor than to be a part God’s work which is telling others about Jesus Christ. In John chapter four Jesus is passing through Samaria. When He ...read more

Scripture: John 4:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational