Sermons on Pastoral Calling:

The Call To All Sinners (Second Sunday After Epiphany January 15, 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 4, 2023

Imagine you are Matthew, the tax collector. You come from a Jewish background but you work for the enemy----the Roman Government. You have made a good living. But, ….

THE CALL TO ALL SINNERS Text: Matthew 9:9- 13 Matthew 9:9 - 13 As Jesus was walking along, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth; and he said to him, "Follow me." And he got up and followed him. 10  And as he sat at dinner in the house, many tax collectors ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: United Methodist

In The Arms Of A Beautiful Assassin

Contributed by Thilini Perera on Dec 20, 2023

Once a upon a time in a far away land in the book of Judges, chapter 16 there was a mighty warrior named Samson. One day this warrior sees this beautiful woman named Delilah, and instantly falls in love with this stunning creature. It was undoubtedly love at first sight.

Once a upon a time in a far away land in the book of Judges, chapter 16 there was a mighty warrior named Samson. One day this warrior sees this beautiful woman named Delilah, and instantly falls in love with this stunning creature. It was undoubtedly love at first sight. Samson didn’t really care ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-20, Proverbs 31:30

Where Are You Going? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023

Encourages perseverance in faith, choosing the challenging but rewarding path of Christ, and overcoming obstacles to live a life worthy of His call.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, united in spirit and purpose, to immerse ourselves in the profound wisdom of our Lord Jesus Christ, as revealed to us through His Holy Word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the Gospel of Matthew, specifically to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Topics: Following Christ's Call

Answer God’s Call To A Divine Appointment

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Nov 22, 2025

Big Idea: People can choose to answer God’s call or not!

Prayer: Father God, Lord Jesus, Holy Spirit, we humble ourselves before Your mighty throne. Lord, we surrender ourselves to Your will and purpose. Lord, we are grateful for the blessings You have bestowed on us, and we thank You for forgiving our iniquities. Lord, thank You for motivating us to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:7-9

Denomination: Other

Jeremiah, The Reluctant Prophet

Contributed by Don Campbell on Dec 15, 2025

When one senses a call to preach, but is reluctant to respond, Jeremiah, the reluctant prophet can encourage them.

JEREMIAH, THE RELUCTANT PROPHET Jeremiah 1:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. God chose several different ways to call the O.T. prophets. We would misuse the Scriptures if we attempted to show that God is still calling prophets in the same way today. B. Any who speak God’s word, however, can profit from a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-10, 1 Timothy 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paying The Vows Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 18, 2004

Was preached to a pastor’s conference. Two vows are mentioned in Jonah which has particular application to preachers.

INTRODUCTION Years ago there was a trial in Chicago. The famous lawyer, Clarence Darrow, was making his closing arguments and said of one man’s damaging testimony, “Why, a person could as easily believe this man’s testimony as he could believe that the whale swallowed Jonah.” Well, there were some ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

To Glorify God Part 2 Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Sep 23, 2010

Most people know too well the responsibilities of the pastor but over look the responsibilities of the church. This series outlines some of theose biblical task and reveals what the church should be doing in the day and age we live. God Bless, Hope this s

Responsibility Of The Church To Glorify God Lesson #2 Part B Text: Eph 3:21 Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. II Th 1:12 That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and ye in him, according to the grace of our God and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Paul Got One-Star Reviews

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 30, 2019

The Corinthians criticize Paul's preaching. What can we learn from this conflict?

[First half of church fight story from Andy Stanley about his Dad - this can be found at the start of Andy Stanley's book Deep and Wide] TRASHING PAUL: It is both stunning and comforting that Paul got some negative reviews. - 2 Corinthians 10:1, 9-10. - We usually think of Paul as the great ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-2, 2 Corinthians 10:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Developing Effective Ministry

Contributed by T. W Jenkins on Mar 12, 2012

Many times leaders fail in developing effective ministry in the local church because they rely upon others to get the work done. Pastors are required to equip the saints for the work of the ministry. There are four things that the leader must do in order

INTRODUCTION: in order to DEVELOPE EFFECTIVE MINISTRY there are four things you the leader must do. 1. YOUR PRESENCE MUST BE THERE. (Acts 20:18) Paul says to the Elders he has summoned to his conference, "I WAS WITH YOU". As leader, Bro pastor, you must be there. You can't be the leader and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Cristo Es El Motivo De La Navidad

Contributed by Raquel Martinez on Dec 18, 2024

Hoy dia la gente celebra la Navidad sin entender que es lo que estan celebrando. Pero nosotros sabemos que el unico motivo de toda la celebracion es el nacimiento de nuestro Salvador, Jesus.

Aquel día que un ángel apareció en medio de la noche, para dar el anuncio del nacimiento de Jesús, los pastores se asustaron mucho. Su llegada asustó a los pastores que estaban cuidando sus ovejas, como hacían siempre y de repente este ángel aparece en la ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Kings

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 22, 2023

As we look at the kings of Israel and Judah, we see the faults of human leadership. Even in the church, do we look to faulty human beings or to God?

What good is having the word of God without faithfulness to God? Most of Israel and Judah’s kings were evil. Even the good kings had huge weaknesses. What happens to nations when their leaders go astray? First and second Kings contain the history of a few good national leaders among many bad. Key ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Papayagan Ba Ni Jesus Ang Mga Babae Na Magsalita Sa Simbahan?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 13, 2023

Ano ang ibig sabihin ni Paul nang isulat niya na Women Are To Remain Silent In The Churches.

Papayagan ba ni Jesus ang mga Babae na Magsalita sa Simbahan? 1 Corinto 14:26- 35 Bridge City Church 8/11/2023 Si Hesus ang ating magiging huwaran sa lahat ng bagay sa buhay ng simbahan at sa labas ng simbahan. Si Jesus ang pinakadakilang tagapagpalaya ng mga kababaihan mula sa lahat ng antas ng ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tout Ce Que Tu DÉlieras Sur La Terre Sera DÉliÉ Dans Les Cieux Series

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 18, 2022

Dieu entendra les cieux, et ils entendront la terre. Nous avons le privilège de délier sur terre lorsque nous remplissons certaines conditions - Nous devons obéir complètement au commandement de Dieu, L'OBÉISSANCE PARTIELLE EST UNE RÉELLE DÉSOBÉISSANCE

TOUT CE QUE TU DÉLIERAS SUR LA TERRE SERA DÉLIÉ DANS LES CIEUX "Et je te donnerai les clés du royaume des cieux : tout ce que tu lieras sur la terre sera lié dans les cieux, et tout ce que tu délieras sur la terre sera délié dans les cieux." ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:12, Revelation 3:3-4, Titus 2:7-8, Mark 7:35, Matthew 16:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Todo Lo Que Desates En La Tierra, QuedarÁ Desatado En Los Cielos Series

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 18, 2022

Dios escuchará a los cielos, y ellos escucharán a la tierra. Tenemos el privilegio de desatar en la tierra cuando cumplimos ciertas condiciones - Debemos obedecer el mandamiento de Dios completamente, la OBEDIENCIA PARCIAL ES DESOBEDIENCIA REAL.

TODO LO QUE DESATES EN LA TIERRA, QUEDARÁ DESATADO EN LOS CIELOS "Y te daré las llaves del reino de los cielos; y todo lo que ates en la tierra, quedará atado en los cielos; y todo lo que desates en la tierra, quedará desatado en los cielos" (Mateo 16:19). "Y ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:12, Revelation 3:3-4, Titus 2:7-8, Mark 7:35, Matthew 16:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kahit Ano Ang Luwag Mo Sa Lupa Ay Malawag Sa Langit Series

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 18, 2022

Diringgin ng Diyos ang langit, at diringgin nila ang lupa. Dapat nating ganap na sundin ang utos ng Diyos, bago tayo marinig ng Langit. PARIAL OBEDIENCE AY ACTUAL DISOBEDIENCE

KAHIT ANO ANG LUWAG MO SA LUPA AY MALAWAG SA LANGIT “At ibibigay ko sa iyo ang mga susi ng kaharian ng langit: at anomang iyong talian sa lupa ay tatalian sa langit: at anomang iyong kalagan sa lupa ay kakalagan sa langit” ( Mateo 16:19 ). “At pagdaka'y nangabuksan ang kaniyang mga tainga, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:35, Revelation 22:21, Hosea 2:21, Proverbs 13:3, Matthew 16:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal