Sermons about Pastoral Motives

Living Our Call

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 11, 2020

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Who would want to pastor the church at Corinth?

Living our Call 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 We all wish our churches were perfect. We all wish we were perfect. We often get discouraged by the failure to reflect Christ. We see our failings at every level and wonder when we will be the Church and when we will be true Christians. We tend to think of Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of Wisdom And Understanding Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 30, 2022

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Pastor John teaches on the role of the Holy Spirit

Spirit of Wisdom and Revelation Ephesians Series CCCAG January 9th, 2022 Scripture- Ephesians 1:15-23 I've mentioned several times before that I came to faith in Jesus Christ in 1993 in Kenosha WI. Kenosha he has a lot of ties with Zion IL in that it's just right over the border. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Practicing Love Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Sep 16, 2015

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Christians demonstrate their salvation through obedience to the command of Christ to love others as He loved.

In 2004 we learned of the abuse and humiliation of Iraqi prisoners at the hands of American soldiers because of pictures and videos made public by Australian television. Iraqi terrorists immediately made their own film as they brutally beheaded American civilian John Berg. In the film, they ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Convictions Of The Church That Change The World

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 20, 2016

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6 Convictions of the early church that can change the world today (Based on an article by Rick Warren on Pastors.com: http://pastors.com/6-convictions-church-changes-world/)

HoHum: “Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.” Acts 2:41, NIV. Much present day evangelism seeks to make coming to Christ easy. Many today would be appalled that Peter made the cost of coming to Christ so high. How ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Give Because We Were Lost.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

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THis is a stewardship sermon which deals with different motivations for giving to the cause of Christ.

We Give Because We Were Lost 10/24/99 Eccle. 11:1-6 Luke 15:1-10 Let’s suppose that instead of God being the loving and gracious God that He is, suppose God was like what a lot of people think. Many think God is an old grandfatherly figure sitting on a throne ready to zap us for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, Ecclesiastes 11:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Always Faithful

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Oct 16, 2007

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In this sermon you will find encouragement and motivation to remain faithful to Jesus Christ.

Over the past few weeks I have highlighted several overarching qualities that I see in the people of our church. These are not a source of arrogance. This does not mean we are superior to any other church. We celebrate these qualities because God has assembled a group of people who share similar ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God For Brothers & Sisters

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 30, 2006

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This sermon was used to recognize and appreciate the lay pastors in our congregation.

Thank God For Brothers & Sisters GNLCC 10/29/06 2 Samuel 23:8-23 Romans 16:1-16 Today we have set aside a Sunday to remember the work of our Lay Pastors. The Bible says give honor to whom honor is due. They are certainly worthy of our honor. They have been true team players. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Finding God In Our Lives SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

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The pursuit of God is based on a decision and motivated by a firm conviction. Reaching this level requires an effort that few are motivated to take. Here is a reflection on what Isaiah speaks about this.

The search for God is a decision motivated by a strong conviction. It requires effort that few are willing to make. In this reflection, we will explore what Isaiah says about seeking God. Isaiah 55:6-7 (NIV) "Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-7

Topics: Faith, Commitment

Ordination Sermon - "that I May Serve You With All My Might"

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 20, 2023

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This is the sermon for the ordination of an inner-city pastor who had already been serving as Associate Pastor for 5 1/2 years st an inner-city mission in Toronto, Canada.

Sermon Ordination May this holy flame ever warm my [heart], that I may serve you with all my might; and let it consume in my heart all my selfish desires, that I may in all things regard not myself but you.” - John Wesley That is the favourite quote, outside of Scripture, of Arleen Gomez. If you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-20, John 15:4-5, 1 Peter 2:9-10, Acts 20:28, 1 Peter 5:1-4 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can You Take In Two Homeless People? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 18, 2015

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A study of the book of Hebrews 13: 1 –25

Hebrews 13: 1 –25 Can You Take In Two Homeless People? 1 Let brotherly love continue. 2 Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. 3 Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Sermon Title: When Friends Turn Away And People Walk Away: By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Jul 23, 2025

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Brothers and sisters, We live in a world where relationships are fragile. One day people are with you, and the next, they are gone. The pain of abandonment, betrayal, or silent withdrawal can cut deeper than a knife. It can leave you questioning your worth, your calling, and even your faith.

SERMON TITLE: WHEN FRIENDS TURN AWAY AND PEOPLE WALK AWAY Scripture Texts: • 2 Timothy 4:16–17 (NIV) “At my first defense, no one came to my support, but everyone deserted me. May it not be held against them. But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength...” • Psalm 27:10 (NKJV) “When my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Church That Experiences Joy

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 10, 2009

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A church that experiences joy is a church where the members have made a full surrender to Jesus Christ and are focused on following Him regardless of the circumstances one faces in life.

A CHURCH THAT EXPERIENCES JOY Acts 16:6-15, Philippians 1:1-2, 4:4 Proposition: A church that experiences joy is a church where the members have made a full surrender to Jesus Christ and are focused on following Him regardless of the circumstances one faces in life. Objective: My ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Passionate Prayer

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 25, 2007

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This is a sermon about praying: Our motives and our hearts. Audio will be at www.sermonlist.com

*** This sermon begins with a short skit on prayer. If you do not want to use it, scroll down to where the sermon begins and you can use it without the skit. Melody is a lady who is praying. The pastor is the voice of God. Melody is standing at the pulpit, with her head bowed as she is ...read more

Scripture: James 4:3

Denomination: *other

Desiring A Noble Task Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 10, 2013

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Those who seek eldership, provided they are motivated by divine call, desire a noble task.

“The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task.” [1] Few things give me greater pleasure than seeing God raise up heralds of holiness. I taught preacher boys in Texas for a brief period. Throughout the years of my service before the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

"Won By One"

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jan 18, 2007

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This is a strategy for winning the lost to Christ that I received from a retired pastor.

Introduction: I. This being the second Sunday of the month, and the first second Sunday of the new year, it is only fitting that we talk about missions this morning. II. It has been said that “Missions” is for those that carry the message of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ to a culture ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Methodist

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