Sermons on Real Commitment:

Service Contract—2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 28, 2001

A description of the willful commitment entered into by God’s people to serve their God exclusively. Part 2 of a 2 part sermon.

SERVICE CONTRACT-II—Joshua 24:14-28 A newly appointed young preacher was contacted by the local funeral director to hold a graveside committal service at a small country cemetery in the country. There was to be no funeral, just the committal, because sadly, the deceased had no family or friends ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-28

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Up, Get Ready And Hold On

Contributed by James May on Apr 18, 2004

Jesus is coming Soon!

Stand Up! Get Ready! Hold On! 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 The book of 2 Thessalonians is one of my favorite books of the Bible. I love to read Paul’s exhortations and encouragement to the Church because it reminds me that we won’t be here much longer, but we are headed for a better place. I know ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Road To Revival"

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 8, 2009

This sermon outlines seven major stepping stones that can lead to a much needed revival on both the individual and corporate levels.

“Road to Revival” When you hear the word, “revival” what comes to your mind? Well for most Christians today, the word “revival” describes a special service or series of services with renowned guest speakers, really good music, and lots of food and fellowship. And near the end, a few people may ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-14, Malachi 3:6-10

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Being A Faithful Servant

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Feb 8, 2024

It is not easy being a faithful follower of Jesus and oftentimes we are tempted to throw in the towel and call it quits. Elisha is a role model of what it means to stay committed and faithful to the very end.

I hope you are excited to be in Church today to worship and hear the word of God. I don't know if it is the weather or something else but I have to say that once in a while, I get the impression that this is more of a routine than real worship that lacks enthusiasm. It reminds me of a certain ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

An Unhindered Life Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 5, 2016

Paul lived an unhindered life and had an unhindered ministry, but that doesn't mean he didn't have many obstacles and challenges. The secret to Paul being unhindered was his attitude of contentment and commitment.

Introduction: A. How many of you like the story “The Little Engine that Could”? 1. The Little Engine That Could is an illustrated children’s book that was first published in the United States in 1930. 2. The story is used to teach children the value of optimism and hard work. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:11-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

With Heart And Mind Series

Contributed by James Hickman on Apr 9, 2016

An examination of how commitment is a proper response to Christ's work on our behalf.

With Heart and Mind Romans 12:1-2 What would be the proper response to the discovery that God, the Creator against Whom the crown of his creation—humankind—had rebelled, the Holy One who had declared that all such rebels should endure eternal death, the Righteous Judge who had the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Torn Between Two Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 5, 2016

Although Paul desired to be in the Lord's presence, he knew it was more needful to remain for the church. He was determined to glorify Christ in life or death. We too need to remain committed and faithful to the work the Lord given us.

Torn between Two Philippians 1:19-26 Following his passionate discourse regarding the preaching of the Gospel, Paul continues to bear his heart unto the church at Philippi. Here we find those often quoted verses that reveal Paul being in a strait, betwixt two – having a burning desire to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Men Who Shook The World

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 14, 2022

This sermon was preached 12 days after September 11, 2001, when the World Trade Center was destroyed in New York. It looks at the sacrifice made by the terrorists and calls us to invest ourselves to shake the world for Christ.

The whole world is still shaking from the events of September 11, the hijackings, the buildings destroyed, the mass deaths and destruction, the world efforts to put together a coalition to finally stamp out terrorism, the layoffs and financial troubles of the airline industry, the upset of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16, Mark 3:13-19

God Is Waiting Series

Contributed by Miles Mc Pherson on Dec 12, 2013

An examination of the Rich Young Ruler.

I was playing flag football right and my body was saying- What are you doing? And I would try to run like you know go over there right now and I would like, my brain would say – go! And my legs would say - nah I think I’m gonna stay right here. I like it right here so my legs are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Slim Pickens Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 16, 2009

Real Christian disciples and real love are hard to find even in the church.

“Slim Pickens” Philippians 2:19-30 I had a best friend from Junior high through high school. We did everything together except play hockey. We shared everything with each other, I don’t think I had a great experience as a teenager that he didn’t have with me. Have you ever had a friend like that? ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

#3 - How To Put Jesus First Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 6, 2005

If you really want to be a follower of Jesus, he’s got to be first. (rich young ruler) But how can I make Him first? By getting rid of 4 common excuses... *HANDOUT INCLUDED* Discipleship resources here: www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1

To see the NewStart Discipleship Journal that Darrell uses for discipling new believers on how to follow Jesus, check out www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1. ----------- 95% commitment to Jesus Christ is 5% short. What does it mean to put Jesus first? What does it mean to have total commitment ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Holiness

The Best Part Of Leftovers Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

Are we giving Jesus the best we have or what we have left over?

WHEN SERVING LEFTOVERS IS ACCEPTABLE... • YES. The day after thanksgiving or Christmas when you are exhausted from all the celebrating and eating that you did the day before…it is ok to serve leftovers because you dragging something out of the refrigerator and putting it in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

Renewal, Unseen By The Eyes...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 5, 2018

Seems we are looking for OZ. We try to be like the WIZARD? We need a commitment to renewal of our relationships and love. There is great power in regeneration and a new commitment.

RENEWAL: UNSEEN BY THE EYE! WALK AWAY EMPTY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Luke 12:34 For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also. Luke 6:45 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart bringeth forth that which is good; and an evil man out of the evil ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon – When Following Jesus Gets Hard

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 20, 2024

This simple plain teaching of Jesus was too much to bear. Rather than change their minds, they walk away. This is the fundamental reason people reject Jesus Christ: He doesn't coordinate with their own selfish interests.

Sermon – When Following Jesus Gets Hard Scripture - John 6:66-69 “At this point many of his disciples turned away and deserted him. Then Jesus turned to the Twelve and asked, “Are you also going to leave?” Simon Peter replied, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words that give eternal life. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69, John 1:12, Luke 9:23, 2 Timothy 3:12, Romans 2:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Reality Of Truth

Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 22, 2004

Truth is real.

A. Introduction: Dialogue introduction to “Pilate and His Wife” in the Lenten Series, “Overheard: Conversations by the Cross” written by Arden W. Mead. Copy written by Creative Communication for the Parish, 1983. B. “Dialogue” between Pilate and His Wife. C. Remarks “What is truth?” Is it merely ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Church Of God