Sermons on Pastoral Ministry:

Responding To Jesus Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jun 25, 2013

The Parable of the Soils

Responding to Jesus Series: Markers Along the Narrow Way November 25, 2012 *** READ Mark 4:1-3a Jesus is teaching by the lake again. Because the crowds are so large, his pulpit is a boat, while the crowd stands and sits at the water’s edge. Not only is he safe from being crushed, but the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Am Rescued Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 26, 2014

Who we are meant to be as shown by the book of Ephesians.

I Am Rescued Series: Becoming Who We Are (Engaging Ephesians) January 26, 2014 - Brad Bailey Intro My mother-in-law...has become immersed in the whole process of rescuing dogs. She works night and day to identify dogs in shelters and then to find owners before they face another fate. As a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Coming To Understanding

Contributed by Zelia Logan-Smith on Apr 24, 2013

An autobiography correlated to scripture references revealing those peculiar things in The Word as applied to our life.

A Peculiar Diary By Zelia Logan-Smith Sermon Topic: Coming to Understanding - Spiritual Growth Main Verse: Mark 4 Chapter Note: The numbers indicate references in the study guide at the end of the text. 1-24 I know you have wondered about things; the things that exist in unknown ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-32

Denomination: Congregational

Why God Allows Suffering, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Laurie on Feb 21, 2014

From the day we are born, life is filled with troubles. How could a God of love allow tragedy, pain, and suffering?

I heard a story of a man who was on his deathbed. He was slipping in and out of a coma for several months, yet his wife faithfully stayed by his bedside every single day. One day, when he came to, he motioned for her to come nearer. As she sat by him, he whispered, eyes full of tears, “You ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sufficiency Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 10, 2014

1)Doctrinal Perceptiveness through the Word (2 Peter 3:15b–17), 2) Spiritual Progress in the Word (2 Peter 3:18a), and 3) Continual Praise in the Word (2 Peter 3:18b)

We’ve all just gone through a traumatic event: time change. We can look forward to enjoying light for longer in the day and the prospect of spring. For all of us, this time change is difficult for we lost an hour of sleep. Those who examine the effects of sleep note the increased accidents on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:15-18

Denomination: Other

Properly Approaching (American)privilege-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 21, 2017

2 of 8. Thru this parable, Jesus highlighted/clarified a proper approach to an God-ordained privilege. How should America approach her God-ordained privilege? Approach your (American)privilege with...

PROPERLY APPROACHING (American)PRIVILEGE-II —Matthew 21:33-46 OR: A CHRISTIAN APPROACH To AMERICAN PRIVILEGE Attention & Need: Americans(& generally any nation which is free) are A Privileged & Proud Nation/People...But many Americans, including yourselves, may find your ‘privilege & pride’ are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Thrive (Part 1)- Thriving In Our Time Series

Contributed by Kory Ferree on Aug 7, 2017

You were made for more than to just barely get by or merely survive… you were made to come alive in Christ, to strive toward Him and thrive in your life.

You were made for more than to just barely get by or merely survive. You were made to come alive in Christ, to strive toward Him and thrive in your life. We are called as Christians to be more than conquerors through Christ, Who loves us and lives through us. As believers, we have this beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24, Romans 8:31-39, Ephesians 5:15-17, Colossians 4:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy Of My Enemy Is My Friend Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 24, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 7: 25 – 53

John 7: 25 – 53 The Enemy of My Enemy Is My Friend 25 Now some of them from Jerusalem said, “Is this not He whom they seek to kill? 26 But look! He speaks boldly, and they say nothing to Him. Do the rulers know indeed that this is truly the Christ? 27 However, we know where this Man is from; but ...read more

Scripture: John 7:25-53

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Our Light Amidst Darkness

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 16, 2018

Our Light Amidst Darkness Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th, 2017 – Brad Bailey

Our Light Amidst Darkness Christmas Eve, Dec. 24th, 2017 – Brad Bailey [Note: These texts were read earlier in service: Isaiah 9:2,6; John 1:4-5,9; Luke 2:8-20] Also – There is more here in notes than time allowed to share…but hopefull is still helpful in offering plenty of ideas one can drawn ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confession & A Transparent Life Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 31, 2016

True believers are 1) Cleansed from sin (1 John 1:7); yet, 2) Confessing sin (1 John 1:9); and even 3) Conquering sin (1 John 2;1a).

On April 29, 2009 Pope Benedict XVI met with a delegation of aboriginal Canadians he had invited to the Vatican at the request of the bishops of Canada. On the topic of residential schools, Benedict expressed “his sorrow at the anguish caused by the deplorable conduct of some members of the ...read more

Denomination: Other

Mutual Submission-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 16, 2016

1 of 3 +1. Paul unveiled the vital role of submission inherent to a Christ-honoring marriage & family. Christ-honoring families must operate under the umbrella of submission. But How? Foundational family integrity is found in...

Redneck Valentine— Straight from L.A.(Lower Alabama) Collards is green, my dog's name is Blue & I'm so lucky to have a sweet thang like you. Yore hair is like cornsilk a-flapping in the breeze. Softer than Blue's & without all them fleas. You move like the bass, which excite me in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ridiculous Provision Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

Part 3 of a series on Elisha

Ridiculous Provision Elisha, A Tale Of Ridiculous Faith, Week 3 Today, we're in the third week of a message series we’re calling, Elisha, A Tale of Ridiculous Faith. by ridiculous we mean, its so good, so huge, its ridiculous. The first week, we talked about burning plows, leaving behind ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Testimony Of His Great Love

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 12, 2016

In this sermon, we will speak of God, the incarnated Word who lovingly laid down his life for us; that we might lay down our lives for the brethren. This lesson deals with faith, discipleship and brotherly love.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. His Great Love Declared 2. His Great Love Demonstrated 3. His Great Love Duplicated Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we will be discussing the theme: “A Testimony of His Great Love.” This is love “indescribable, incomprehensible and past finding out.” This love has been ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16, John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Children Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 27, 2016

Children of the Resurrection are not marked by 1) Murder (1 John 3:12, 14), 2) Hatred (1 John 3:13, 15), and 3) Indifference toward other children of God (1 John 3:16–18).

A recent story in a popular magazine gave some suggestions for “How to Heal a Family Feud.” It was sprinkled with anecdotes of families torn apart by petty squabbles, carefully nursed grudges, perceived and real hurts, and substantial doses of anger. But there were also stories of happy ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Other

His Gracious Invitation

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jul 26, 2016

To establish that the Lord's gracious invitation is extended to all who desires His liberty, learning and labor of love in the kingdom of God. This lesson destroys the false notion; all one must do to be saved is (verbally) call upon the name of the Lord.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. An Invitation to Liberty 2. An Invitation to Learning 3. An Invitation to Labor Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing "His Gracious Invitation." This is an invitation to liberty from religious rituals and the burden of sin; to learn of Him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 10:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ