Sermons on Pastoral Calling:

New Beginnings

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 28, 2012

When Jesus started his ministry it was a new beginning for him. When he called his disciples it was a new beginning for them also. When we become born again it is a new beginning for us as well.

NEW BEGINNINGS John 1:29-51 1) Jesus’ new beginning. • New title (Vs. 29-31). Lamb of God. In fact, this is the only place in the bible where this title is found; here and in verse 36. Nearly 30 times in Revelation Jesus is referred to as the Lamb. On the eve of the plague of the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fishing In Deep Water

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 16, 2016

The call of the Apostles, unlikely men, to do the extraordinary job of fishing for men, and give their lives for the sake of the Gospel.

TITLE: Fishing in Deep Water TEXT: Luke 5:1-11 INTRO: There several passages that are unique to the Gospel of Luke. One of those passages is in Luke chapter 5. This is a story that involves fishing. Some people love to fish and there a lot of fish stories around today: One fellow spent the whole ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

No More Excuses Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 5, 2012

If we want to be all that God has called us to be as a church and as individual believers, we must stop making excuses and take that step of faith in obedience to God. Like Moses, trust in His power, plan, provision, and precepts.

In his book, Something Else to Smile About, Zig Ziglar writes about his brother, the late Judge Ziglar, who loved to tell the story of a man who went next door to borrow his neighbor’s lawnmower. The neighbor explained that he could not let him use the mower because all the flights had been ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Preparation Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 3, 2025

Moses tries to kickstart the deliverance process and ends up on the backside of the desert.

The Story of Moses: Preparation Exodus 2:11-25 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 03-02–2025 Obituary Last week, I helped Debbie, Patrick’s daughter, write his obituary. It’s a strange thing to write an obituary of someone you loved. It’s even stranger to read your own ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-25

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing How To Appreciate Yourself The Way God You

Contributed by Harold Simpson on Oct 23, 2003

This sermon was for the Pastor’s Appreciation of one my friends, Rev. John M. Taylor. Sr., a very sainted man of God.

13 July 2003 Pentecost/Season after Pentecost “I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvelous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well” (Psalm 139.14). Knowing How to Appreciate Yourself the way God made you 1. Knowing how to appreciate yourself the way God made ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:14

Denomination: Methodist

The Qualifications Of Deacons

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

A message concerning the calling and responsibilities of Deacons.

The Qualifications of a Deacon July 13, 2003 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Sunday AM Intro: “Everything rises and falls on Leadership.” Setting: The Ephesian church had been blessed w/ great leadership. Acts 20 tells us it was founded by Paul who later turned it over to Timothy. During his time in Ephesus, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:3-15

Denomination: Baptist

Pray As A Child, Calling Out To Your Dear Father

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 10, 2010

How dare we call the holy God, Father! But that’s what Jesus teaches us to do. Let’s see why we can pray as a child calling out to our dear Father.

Text: Luke 11:1-13 Theme: Pray as a Child, Calling Out to Your Dear Father A. Pray without embarrassment B. Pray expecting the best Season: Pentecost 10c Date: August 1, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Pray-as-a-Child,-Calling-Out-to-Your-Dear-Father-Luke11_1-13.html ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Calling On The Name Of The Lord Without Speaking In Tongues As Evidence Series

Contributed by Gregory Norton on Nov 27, 2011

We believe that salvation is for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord.

Introduction Much earlier in ministry, I thought that I would never come to place where I would preach: I believe that conversion is by calling on the name of the Lord but without the required evidence/sign of speaking in tongues. Some teach that an ‘initial evidence’ of speaking in tongues is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

Follow The Leader Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 27, 2009

If you want a good leader, be a good follower.

FOLLOW THE LEADER Hebrews 13.17 S: Followership C: Discipleship Th: Our Time, Our Turn, Our All Pr: IF YOU WANT A GOOD LEADER, BE A GOOD FOLLOWER. I. ACKNOWLEDGE (Hebrews 13.17) II. SERVE (Hebrews 13.17) III. GROW (Acts 17.11) IV. IMITATE (I Corinthians 4.16) V. RESPECT (I Thessalonians ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Baptist

New Year: A Second Chance For Leaders

Contributed by Ricky Maye on Dec 30, 2010

The New Year presents us with a second chance to Give more, help more and love even more in such a tangable way.

How would God start off the New Year? All of the churches I have had the pleasure of being a part of had the same tradition of either unveiling a new mission statement or slogan to start the year off with a new focus. Most of the time this usually is divided into reaching the world, community and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Love My Wife Series

Contributed by Todd Sommer on Oct 14, 2019

A sermon about how being married is parallel to being part of the Church (God's body) Full sermons notes below. Audio and Video recording of preached sermon at https://faithandvictory.com/wife

• TITLE- I Love My Wife. Eph 5:28 Today is pastor appreciation! Thank you for appreciating us. • Acts 20:26 Therefore I testify to you this day that I am innocent[e] of the blood of all men. 27 For I have not shunned to declare to you the whole counsel of God. 28 Therefore take heed to yourselves ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:28, 2 Peter 3:18, 2 Timothy 3:16, Romans 15:4, Matthew 25:34, Mark 10:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Not Folly

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 4, 2020

Do not fear during this pandemic, but use common sense or discernment.

Some pastors are turning this stay home order into a 1st Amendment issue when it is a common sense issue. If there were gangs of men roaming the streets randomly killing women would you send your female loved ones out on shopping trips? If the numbers were only 2% of the women were wounded or ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:3, Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Baptist

Now Hiring – ‘slaves’ Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 18, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 17 verses 5 through 10

Luke 17: 5 – 10 Now Hiring – ‘Slaves’ 5 And the apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith.” 6 So the Lord said, “If you have faith as a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be pulled up by the roots and be planted in the sea,’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why Have You Sent For Me?

Contributed by Steven Cordle on Feb 14, 2018

A look at the work of the preacher. This is the first sermon I preach in a new congregation. I received the original outline from Wayne Burger at the Bear Valley Bible Institute in Denver and modified it over the years.

Change is something new and exciting. Not only that, it can be scary because when things change there is a certain unknown element we face. What will change bring? Will it be for the good or bad? Will this work? Did I make the right decision? All of these questions and thoughts are natural ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Ode To The Messed-Up Church Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 11, 2020

This passage details the numerous efforts the Paul made to get the Corinthians back on track and the harsh reality that some churches are just a mess.

- Maybe start with the story of Pastor Mark and church “J.” THE SITUATION FOR THIS MESSED-UP CHURCH: 1. Paul handled his ministry there with integrity. - 2 Corinthians 12:11-12, 17-19. 2. Paul sacrificed for them. - 2 Corinthians 12:13, 14b, 15-16. 3. This was not the first time he’d tried ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:11-21

Denomination: Baptist