Sermons on Pastoral Appointment:

When We Gather Together

Contributed by John White on May 3, 2017

The principle and practice of God's people gathering together in the presence of the Lord in a house dedicated to Him for the purpose of corporate praise and worship is clearly taught throughout the Bible by command, precept and example.

WHY WE GATHER TOGETHER Psalm 84:10 "For a day in thy courts [is] better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness." Psalm 122:1 " I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD." Matt. 18:20 "Again I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Respond When A Brother Falls. A Response To The Southern Baptist Convention Report

Contributed by Gene Gregory on May 24, 2022

This an account of how Christians respond when fellow believers fall, and specifically examines a response to recent revelations from the Southern Baptist Convention.

2 Samuel 12 How do you respond when a brother falls? - Read 2 Samuel 12 This is the sad account of King David when he was confronted by the prophet Nathan after he sinned greatly. We all know people, perhaps some of them close to us, who have led great lives, who have been great blessings to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen To Go Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 22, 2008

Jesus hand selected a small group of men to be sent out. These men were not chosen based on merit, experience or skill.

Chosen to Go Mark 3:13-19 Mark 3:13 (HCSB) Then He went up the mountain and summoned those He wanted, and they came to Him. By Invitation Only * Jesus summoned those He wanted * Not based on ability * Not based on favor * Not based on merit * Greater intimacy * The crowd was not invited ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Interceding For Her Children

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 9, 2009

Mrs. Zebedee has received a bad rap. Perhaps it is all right to ask for great things for our children--if it honours the Master.

*Matthew 20:20-23* *Interceding for Her Children* “The mother of the sons of Zebedee came up to Him with her sons, and kneeling before Him she asked Him for something. And He said to her, ‘What do you want?’ She said to Him, ‘Say that these two sons of mine are to sit, one at Your right hand ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of A "one Thing" Person

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 27, 2021

How did Paul become the stalwart we know through his letters? The message is a study of those who stand with us to advance the cause of Christ as others stood with Paul as he laboured for the Master.

“Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Let those of us who are mature think this way, and if in anything ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of A Boss Do You Have?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 11, 2001

Last sermon in a series on shepherding in the church.

Sermon for 6/10/2001 1 Peter 5:1-4 Acts 20:28 What Kind of a Boss Do You Have? Introduction: A. What kind of a boss do you have? B. A best-selling book business book is “Best Boss, Worst Boss’ by management techniques expert Jim Miller. The book grew out of a contest he began in 1992 to find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4, Acts 20:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Law Of Perfect Freedom Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Aug 4, 2003

Introduction to Ten Commandments series: The Place of the Law in the Life of a Christian (Title taken from a book by Michael Horton)

The Law of Perfect Freedom Intro I would probably never have the guts to do it, but I love to watch skydiving – especially when they are in free fall – before they open their parachutes. It just looks so fun and so amazing – and yes, kind of terrifying – to see human beings literally flying ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

God Our Savior Wants All Men To Be Saved

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 14, 2003

PENTECOST 18(C) - God, our Savior, wants all men to be saved therefore beleivers constantly pray for all people and believers also proclaim God’s Word of truth.

GOD...WANTS ALL MEN TO BE SAVED 1 Timothy 2:1-8 - October 12, 2003 1 TIMOTHY 2:1-8 1I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- 2for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

If We Follow Christ, We Grow Larger By Becoming Smaller

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jan 28, 2003

Why we must connect with each other in small groups, as we realize who we are in the Lord.

Super bowl day deserves a football story - Alumni and fans of UCLA made life miserable for football coach Pepper Rodgers during a season when his team the Bruins got off to a horrible start. Nobody would hang out with him. “My dog was my only true friend” Rodgers said. “I told my wife that every ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-27, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Apostle John The Beloved

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 8, 2003

The Apostle John’s life is an example of the Christian Life in Spiritual Growth and Maturity. In John’s life we see three levels of maturity.

Apostle John’s the Beloved -Growth in Spiritual Maturity- Introduction Jesus called 12 men of different personalities, passions and skills to follow Him and become His disciples. We call them Apostles because Jesus commissioned and sent them out as His Missionaries to preach, teach, baptize and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

Leading Men To The Unknown God

Contributed by James May on Sep 8, 2001

Witnessing the message of the Gospel to a sinful world requires that we use wisdom in order to win them to Christ. Let’s follow Paul’s example at Mars Hill.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:18-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When The Spirit Reigns Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 16, 2000

What happens in the church when the Holy Spirit is in control.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 5 “WHEN THE SPIRIT REIGNED” Acts 2:40-47 There seems to be some confusion today as to why the church exists. Win Arn , a church consultant, once surveyed members in about a 1,000 churches asking this question, “Why does the church exist?” Ø 89% said, “The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Temple

Contributed by James May on Aug 20, 2006

While Israel and world awaits the building of the Third Temple we must realize that the true temple is a spiritual house that each of those who are born again are living stones that make up the House of God.

THE THIRD TEMPLE By Pastor Jim May 1 Peter 2:5-10 We are living in a time when all of those who are waiting for the coming of the Lord are watching the events of this world and wondering just how close we are to that day when we shall all be caught up together to meet the Lord in the air. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Authentic Friendships

Contributed by Andrew Rogers on Jul 23, 2008

Moses had a tough job taking God’s people out of Egypt, but we can see that he had key friendships that helped along the way.

AUTHENTIC FRIENDSHIPS Exodus 17:8-16 INTRODUCTION: PROP: HAVE A MICROWAVE SET UP IN THE FRONT OF THE SANCTUARY. GIVE EACH PERSON THAT COMES IN A KERNAL OF POPCORN. HAVE A BAG OF MICROWAVE POPCORN STANDING BY TO POP ILLUSTRATION: (popping popcorn v Each of you has been given a kernel of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Get To Work Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 29, 2006

The work of the church is found in confidence in it’s leadership, and setting an example for others to follow.

Introduction I. As a church, we believe in what is called the “imminent return of Christ.” A. The imminent return of Christ, means that we believe that Jesus Christ could return at any time, even before this church service is completed, to take His bride, the church back to heaven. B. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3-18

Denomination: Methodist