Sermons on Pastoral Ministry:

26th Sunday After Pentecost. November 17th, 2024. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 8, 2021

Year B, Proper 28.

1 Samuel 1:4-20, 1 Samuel 2:1-10, Daniel 12:1-3, Psalm 16:1-11, Hebrews 10:11-25, Mark 13:1-8. A). A CHILD ASKED FOR. 1 Samuel 1:4-20. It was still the days of the judges, and still everyone did what they thought was right in their own eyes (Judges 21:25). Yet the LORD was at work, shaping ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:4-20, 1 Samuel 2:1-10, Daniel 12:1-3, Hebrews 10:11-25, Mark 13:1-8, Psalm 16:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dance Of Holiness

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 10, 2021

What does it mean to live a life of Holiness?

Title: The Dance of Holiness Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40; 2 Peter 3:18; Proverbs 4:18 Theme: Walking in Holiness INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about holiness. In particular, I want to talk to you today about living the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40, 2 Peter 3:18, Proverbs 4:18

Denomination: Nazarene

Hypocrisy And Darkness

Contributed by Dennis King on Nov 17, 2021

This epistle delves into chapter six of Matthew. There he provides a first-hand report of Jesus speaking and His words cast Christian reflections against the dark shadows of hypocrisy.

As recorded by Luke in chapter 12, Jesus began to speak to His disciples first of all, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, nor hidden that will not be known. Therefore whatever you have spoken in the dark will be heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:37, Matthew 6:19

Denomination: Baptist

Who I Am In Christ

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Nov 17, 2021

The Blessings, Position, Authority, and Security of the Born-Again Christian are highlighted in a walk through the Scriptures

Matthew 5:13 You are the salt of the earth. Matthew 5:14 You are the light of the world. Mark 11:23 24 When you speak according to the Word and will of God, heaven responds. Luke 11:9-10 You ask and receive; seek and find; knock, and the door is opened unto ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11, Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Meet Moses, The Defender (Exodus 2:11-25) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Nov 25, 2021

Moses is a picture of what "justice" is, in a true OT sense.

If I asked most of you to describe your spouse, or your boss, or a friend, you'd probably give me a list of their qualities. They're funny. Smart. Organized. Stubborn. Easy going. That's how we normally think about people-- with adjectives. But a few of you, maybe, would lean ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-25

To Be Like Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 4, 2021

Can you imagine what a wonderful world this would be if every Christian lived like the Lord Jesus?

I love that song that we sing sometimes called, “TO BE LIKE JESUS”. This world is filled with people who only think of themselves but if everyone was like Christ this would be a world of LOVE AND COMPASSION! Illus: The story is told of General William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:14, Mark 8:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Christmas

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Dec 9, 2021

The “spirit of Christmas” is a phrase we’ve all heard referenced but how exactly do you define it? Is it possible or just idealistic to have the Christmas spirit throughout the year?

The Christmas Spirit Text: Mt. 1:20, 2:3-5, Luke 1:35, 2:11-18, Date: Dec 12, 2021 Big Idea: The “spirit of Christmas” is a phrase we’ve all heard referenced but how exactly do you define it? It’s been well documented that Americans are generally a bit more kind, joyful and even a bit more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35, Matthew 1:20, Matthew 2:3-5, Luke 2:11-18

Pattern Of Conversion 6 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 19, 2021

To establish that Paul’s preaching of Christ in the city of Corinth was his continuing proclamation of Christ's Great Commission, and the Holy Spirit’s revelation of the “pattern of conversion,” designed to save all believers by God’s grace through the faith in Christ.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Hear of the faith. 2. Believe in the gospel. 3. Repent of sins. 4. Confess faith in Christ. 5. Be baptized into Christ. Introductory Remarks. 1. The “gift” of salvation is given to all by God’s grace, not by our faith or works of merit. Salvation is not given merely upon ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pattern Of Conversion 7 Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 1, 2022

To establish that Paul's preaching of Christ in the city of Ephesus was his continuing proclamation of Christ's Great Commission and the Holy Spirit's revelation of the "pattern of conversion," designed to save all believers by God's grace through the faith in Christ.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Hear of the faith. 2. Believe in the gospel. 3. Repent of sins. 4. Confess faith in Christ. 5. Be baptized into Christ. Introductory Remarks. 1. The “gift” of salvation is given to all by God’s grace, not by our faith or works of merit. Salvation is not given merely upon ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-7, Ephesians 1:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"what To Remember, Because We're All In The Same Boat!"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Feb 26, 2022

This is a sermon from a series in Matthew.

Title: “What to Remember When We’re All in the Same Boat” Scripture: Mt. 8:23-27/Mark 4 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 2-28-22 Intro: This past week the world got a little more scary as Russia invaded Ukraine. There is a lot of uncertainty. Fears abounding. Many are wondering if a strong ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23, Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

29) Once Saved - Always Saved! Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Feb 27, 2022

The Bible teaches that “Once you are saved – you are always saved”. Since Christ is the one saving you, and you do not save yourself - your salvation remains eternally secure in Him.

THE GOSPEL IS NOT BY WORKS - Part 2 29) “Once Saved Always Saved” INTRODUCTION Hello Dear brethren – it’s so good to see you all again. I have been away recently and unable to speak for these past two Thursday’s, But I’m really looking forward to preaching the Word to you all once more today! ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:25, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 10:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

From The Pit To The Palace

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 2, 2022

Joseph was thrown into a pit on two separate occasions. However, as a result of his faithfulness during those circumstances, he was delivered from the pain and drudgery of his pit experiences to go on and live in a palace!

He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my steps. - King David(1) Do you ever feel like you’re in a deep, dark pit with no way out? Maybe God spoke to you about doing a particular task or ministry and you’ve been faithful to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-20, Genesis 39:1-20, Genesis 41:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Monumental Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 13, 2022

We must not forget the blessings of the past because they serve as powerful reminders that whatever we face now or in the future as individuals or as a church, God is able

[NOTE: This series uses stones as visual cues for our journey through Lent. This is actually the first sermon in the series. Each week, I have the ushers make sure that everyone has a stone. I ask them to hold the stone during the service and then, at the end, I ask them to come forward and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-7, Joshua 4:19-24, Mark 16:2-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Message 3 - Psalms Of The Sons Of Korah. Psalm 42 Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 16, 2022

This concludes the study of Psalm 42 where the subject of depression is considered, along with the feeling that God has abandoned us. It looks at the importance of hope and trust in God.

MESSAGE 3 - PSALMS OF THE SONS OF KORAH. PSALM 42 Part 3 Ron Ferguson ronaldf@aapt.net.au Let us read the last section of the Psalm – Psa 42 v 7 Deep calls to deep at the sound of Your waterfalls. All Your breakers and Your waves have rolled over me. Psa 42:8 The LORD will command His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wednesday - An Extravagant Giver And A Ruthless Taker Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 21, 2022

These two stories of the extravagant giver and the ruthless taker are excellent examples of what we should and should not be. Both people were very close to Jesus, but ended up having very different reactions to him. Jesus loved them both in spite of what they did to Him.

A. We might oversimplify things by saying that the world is made up of two kinds of people: givers and takers, but there is some truth to that statement. B. I love hearing stories about big tippers and I try to be a good tipper myself. 1. A man named Greg Rubar was a waiter at D'Amico’s ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ