Sermons on Remain Where Called:

The Book Of Mark # 15

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

The calling of the twelve disciples is significant. These twelve men were special in that they were chosen to be the twelve disciples that the Lord Jesus Himself was going to teach and train.

These twelve men had opportunities that no other men who ever lived on this earth have had. Each disciple that Jesus called into the ministry had special skills. Many of them were fishermen, and He took their skill as fishermen and made them “fishers of men.” Let’s look at two things: I. THE ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Gideon: The Introvert Lesson 5

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 29, 2024

Little is much when God is in it.

A. THE FOURTH CYCLE OF OPPRESSION 1. Who persecuted Israel? Midianites. “The children of Israel did evil in the sight of the Lord . . . and He delivered them into the hand of Midian for seven years” (Judges 6:1). 2. Step-cousins. The Midianites were Ishmaelites. Both came from Abraham. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Unique Apostleship Of Paul.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 3, 2024

Paul received the gospel, he says, by direct revelation from Jesus. Also, his commission as Apostle to the Gentiles came directly from Jesus.

THE UNIQUE APOSTLESHIP OF PAUL. Galatians 1:11-24. The gospel which was preached by Paul was “not according to men. For I neither received it from man, nor was I taught it, but by the revelation of Jesus Christ” (GALATIANS 1:11-12). Paul elaborates on this assertion throughout the rest of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holiness Defined: Transformed By Truth 1 Peter 1:15-16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 10, 2024

Today, we delve into the transformative power of truth as we explore the words of the Apostle Peter in 1 Peter 1:15-16. In these verses, Peter calls us to a life of holiness, pointing to the transformative impact of aligning our lives with the truth of God's Word.

Holiness Defined: Transformed by Truth 1 Peter 1:15-16 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of truth as we explore the words of the Apostle Peter in 1 Peter 1:15-16 (NLT). In these verses, Peter calls us to a life of holiness, pointing to the transformative impact of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Peter 1:15, 1 Peter 1:16, Psalm 99:9, 1 Thessalonians 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sovereignty Of God And Human Responsibility. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 28, 2023

The true Wisdom is revealed to the children of God.

THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD AND HUMAN RESPONSIBILITY. Abridged. Matthew 11:16-19, Matthew 11:25-30 I). Matthew 11:16-19. The children were out playing on the streets. ‘Let’s play weddings,’ suggested the girls: but the boys would not. ‘Let’s play funerals,’ countered the boys: but the girls ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19, Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bread Of Life

Contributed by Justin Dietel on Aug 20, 2024

Imagine this: You've just experienced something miraculous. You were part of a crowd of thousands, all of whom were fed from just five barley loaves and two small fish. There’s a sense of awe and excitement, and you can’t help but wonder,

Imagine this: You've just experienced something miraculous. You were part of a crowd of thousands, all of whom were fed from just five barley loaves and two small fish. There’s a sense of awe and excitement, and you can’t help but wonder, "Who is this man who can perform such ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Maghanda Upang Masangkapan

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 6, 2024

Ang sermon na ito ay tungkol sa pagnanais ng Diyos na tayo ay maging kasangkapan para sa ministeryo sa pamamagitan ng pagtingin sa tawag ni Eliseo mula kay Elijah.

Maghanda Upang Masangkapan I Mga Hari 19:15- 21 Bridge City Church 2/4/2024 Nailagay ka na ba sa isang sitwasyon kung saan naramdaman mong hindi ka handa na gawin ang inaasahan sa iyo. Nasa seminary ako, nagtatrabaho ng part time job sa isang fast food restaurant. Pumasok ako para sa aking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:15-21, 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Courage When Crisis Comes

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 1, 2025

Courage is faith refusing to yield to fear—God’s Spirit empowering us with power, love, and soundness in every crisis.

I. When Fear Feels Bigger than Faith If you lose your money, you’ve lost a lot. If you lose your reputation, you’ve lost more. But if you lose your courage—you’ve lost everything. Fear has a thousand disguises: anxiety, hesitation, exhaustion, even polite excuses. It doesn’t always scream; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7, Joshua 1:9, Psalm 27:1, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Birth Of John The Baptist

Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on Dec 11, 2025

When Mary visited Elizabeth and greeted her, Elizabeth was six months pregnant. Mary stayed with Elizabeth for about three months and then she returned home (v. 56). Perhaps she returned to Nazareth in Galilee before Elizabeth gave birth to her baby.

I. Birth and naming of John (vv. 57~65) Finally, when Elizabeth’s days to give birth were fulfilled, she gave birth to a son (v. 57). At that time, many neighbors and relatives heard it and rejoiced together (v. 58). Jews circumcise their sons eight days after birth, and at that time, relatives ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Question That Defines Eternity - Matthew 16:13-28 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 7, 2025

WHO DO YOU SAY JESUS IS? THIS IS THE QUESTION THAT DEFINES ETERNITY. True discipleship begins with a right confession of who Jesus is, embraces the necessity of the cross, and responds with wholehearted surrender to follow Him; regardless of the cost.

2025.07.06. Sermon Notes. THE QUESTION THAT DEFINES ETERNITY - MATTHEW 16:13-28 PART 2 William Akehurst, HSWC THE CHRIST, THE CROSS, AND THE CALL - MATTHEW 16:13-28 SCRIPTURES: Matthew 16:13-28, Mark 16:19-20, Ephesians 1:20-23 THE QUESTION THAT DEFINES ETERNITY: "Who Do You Say Jesus Is? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-28, Mark 16:19-20, Ephesians 1:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come And Follow Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 14, 2024

Explores Jesus' call to discipleship in Mark 1:14-20, emphasizing our responsibility to respond faithfully and become 'fishers of men' in our modern world.

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of God, ready to immerse ourselves in His word? We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment, a testament to God's grace and love. Today, we stand on the brink of a profound revelation, a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Topics: Jesus' Call, Follow Him Today

Follow Me!

Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 8, 2018

Call for men and women to follow Christ

Text Please turn in your Bible to Matthew 4:18-22 18While walking by the Sea of Galilee, he [Jesus] saw two brothers, Simon (who is called Peter) and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea, for they were fishermen. 19And he said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Take Heed To The Ministry!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 20, 2014

As believers we have the call of God on our lives, and are equipped by the Spirit for a particular ministry that we should do well to take heed unto.

Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven. Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving; Withal praying also for us, that God would open unto us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Calls Us To Leave The Safety Of Our Comfort Zone

Contributed by Jose Wallace on Dec 4, 2013

Luke 5:4-6 1. Simon and his comfort zone 2. Fear barrier 3. Prayer with someone else 4. Detach and accept the calling Conclusion – Acceptance of the unknown-through faith in Christ

Introduction: (Read Luke 5:4-6) In 2005, I was deployed to Taji, Iraq. I was a platoon sergeant at that time, and we had only been in theater roughly two weeks. Our arrival led the insurgency to be hot and heavy during those early weeks. Insurgents knew that we had not yet fully set up our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conversion Of A Sinner Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 7, 2025

Acts 16:11-15 teaches us that God is sovereign in the conversion of sinners.

Introduction William Ashley Sunday (1862 - 1935) was a professional baseball player who played in the National League for eight seasons. On a Sunday afternoon in Chicago, during either the 1886 or 1887 baseball season, Billy Sunday and several of his teammates were out on the town on their day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed