Sermons on Pastoral Ministry:

Getting Caught Up Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 29, 2021

A heavily edited sermon from the series, "The Return of the King" available on Sermon Central, we look at the biblical prophecies regarding the return of our King Jesus

Getting Caught Up Return of the King: Week 3 Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 1 Corinthians 15:50-58; Revelation 20:4-5 For the past two weeks we’ve been learning about Jesus’ Second Coming. In Revelation 22, He said He would be coming, and coming soon. What Jesus’ second coming is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Corinthians 15:50-58, Revelation 20:4-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Things I Know Because Mary Annointed Jesus

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 30, 2021

Next in series of John. Examines things people erroneously believe will save them.

John 12 (1) - Read John 12:1-8 My word, can you imagine attending this dinner party? Can you imagine reclining at a table and enjoying a meal with Jesus? Or, could you imagine sitting and talking with Mary and Martha and having them walk through the events that had happened just shortly before. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 10, 2021

Loneliness is a universal experience. It is another emotion that God has given us for our wellbeing. Loneliness can alert us to our need to draw closer to God and to others. God's provision for the lonely is a spiritual family.

A. Once upon a time there were three friends who were stranded on a desert island. 1. They found a magic lantern containing a genie who granted them each one wish. 2. The first guy wished he was off the island and back home – Poof it was granted. 3. The second guy wished for the same – Poof it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:6, Isaiah 41:10, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 28:20, John 14:16, Psalm 73:23-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trinity Sunday. May 26th, 2024. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 23, 2021

1st Sunday after Pentecost, Year B.

Isaiah 6:1-8, Psalm 29:1-11, Romans 8:12-17, John 3:1-17. (A). WHERE HEAVEN AND EARTH MEET. Isaiah 6:1-8 1. The Awesomeness and Majesty of God (Isaiah 6:1-4). It was the year that King Uzziah, king of Judah, died (Isaiah 6:1). In Jerusalem, the prophet Isaiah was in the Temple, the place ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Psalm 29:1-11, Romans 8:12-17, John 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bouncing Back (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 30, 2021

Last week we looked at the story of Joseph. He bounced back from multiple situations: sold into slavery, a false accusation, betrayal, etc. But he wasn't the only one who bounced back from multiple hardships; Paul did too.

BOUNCING BACK (part two) There are many personal stories of people who bounced back from a bad situation. We're bouncing back from the pandemic with vaccinations and loosening COVID restrictions. People have bounced back from having COVID. Churches have bounced back from having to shut down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, 2 Corinthians 6:3-10, 2 Corinthians 11:24-27, 2 Timothy 3:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

James - A Faith That Works (2021) Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 31, 2021

In this introductory sermon for a series on the Book of James, we explore two questions: who is the author and who are the recipients. The sermon also drives home the point that we must be doers of the Word of God and not hearers only.

Introduction: A. One day, a couple of weeks before Christmas in the mid1980s, I was driving on the back roads of Arkansas from El Dorado, Arkansas to Memphis, TN. 1. I was on my way to take my graduate class finals and I was running late. 2. I set the cruise control about 8 miles over the speed ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1, James 1:22-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abraham: Father Of Promise Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 20, 2014

Second message on Getting to the Promised Land. Reviewing the life of Abraham and the Father of the Promise.

Title: Abraham – The Father of Promise Theme: Understanding and keeping God’s promise. Text: Genesis 12 Introduction Review How did we get here - Dealing with Sin Genesis 4:1-7 Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, and said, "I have acquired a man from the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

"who May Approach God?

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 22, 2020

This sermon is part of series I was preaching on the Psalms of David.

Title: “Who May Approach God?” Script: Psalm 15 Type: Series on the Psalms Where: GNBC 8-23-20 Intro: We are living in what I have termed a “Siri Smart yet Philosophically Puerile (childish) world.” We can get answers to almost any question on our Smart Phones in moments. Siri is pretty smart ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Love That Will Not Let Me Go Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 27, 2020

No power in all the universe can take the love of God from you.

THE LOVE THAT WILL NOT LET ME GO Text: Rom. 8:31-39 Introduction 1. George Matheson was only fifteen when he was told that he was losing what little eyesight he had. Instead of giving up, Matheson immediately continued with his plans to enroll in the University of Glasgow, and his determination ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Commandment – Sermon 1: Loving God Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 22, 2018

The main command of Christ for His people and the Church is to “love God and love people.” Everything else, Jesus taught, is secondary. This sermon is the first in a series on Jesus' Great Commandment.

The Great Commandment – Sermon 1: Loving God Series: The Great Commandment Chuck Sligh July 22, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Matthew 22:34-40 – “But when the Pharisees had heard that he had put the Sadducees to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Baptist

We Can Always Count On The Lord! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 30, 2018

We can always count on the Lord's: 1. provision (vs. 1-8; 10). 2. presence (vs. 9-10). 3. peace (vs. 9). 4. protection (vs. 10). 5. plan for our lives (vs. 11).

We Can Always Count on the Lord! The Book of Acts - Part 61 Acts 18:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - October 5, 2014 *Ben Franklin once said that the only sure things were death and taxes. But that's not necessarily true. I'm still looking for the rapture! When you get down to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Etiquette For Edification

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 2, 2018

Here are some things we can do to make church worship gatherings more up-building.

Introduction: A. We are taking a break this week from our sermon series on the life of Peter. 1. Today’s sermon is going to be one of the more unique sermons I have ever shared with you. 2. This sermon is going to be very topical and practical. 3. Rather than preaching on a chapter or paragraph, I ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Devil In Blue Jeans Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 2, 2018

In this episode from the life of Peter, we learn how to avoid being used by Satan to stop the progress of God's kingdom.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a minister who parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city because he was short of time and couldn't find a space with a meter. 1. So he put a note under the windshield wiper that read: “I have circled the block 100 times. If I don't park here, I'll ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Physical Healing Guaranteed/Provided For In The Atonement?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 14, 2017

A detailed look at the Atonement in relation to physical healing.

The Bible makes it abundantly clear that God wants to heal His people and to prosper them in health. He said, "I am the LORD, who heals you" (Exodus 15:26 KJV). He did this through the atoning sacrifice of Jesus shedding His blood on the Cross. During His ministry on earth Jesus healed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2, Romans 3:21-22, Romans 8:29-30, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Joel 2:32, Galatians 2:16, Romans 3:25, Romans 12:3, Genesis 6:3, 1 Corinthians 15:53-55, Exodus 15:26, Romans 7:21-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowledge Rejected

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 6, 2019

A study in the book of Hosea 4: 1 – 19

Hosea 4: 1 – 19 Knowledge Rejected 1 Hear the word of the LORD, you children of Israel, for the LORD brings a charge against the inhabitants of the land: “There is no truth or mercy or knowledge of God in the land. 2 By swearing and lying, killing and stealing and committing adultery, they break ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel