Sermons on Remain Where Called:

When God Takes Us Fishing

Contributed by James May on Aug 31, 2022

When we are given the call from God to serve him we should hear and obey. If not, then God has a way of getting our attention. He wants to extend his great Love to all men.

When God takes us Fishing Sunday, August 20, 2022 I was seeking the Lord for the word for his church and as the pages of my bible opened up, my eyes were drawn to the first two verses of the Book of Jonah. Immediately I heard the Holy Ghost as he led me to focus my attention to what God would ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-2, Jonah 2:7-9, Genesis 10:8-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ready For Great Things

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Apr 9, 2001

Abram’s calling - how does it relate to our calling as Kingdom Servants?

Ready For Great Things Bible Reading: Genesis 12: 1-20 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO "Abram, it’s time. You must go." And he went. That’s the gist of Genesis 12 - the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Taking A Risk

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 18, 2017

getting out of the boat is where all the action is... it is also where all things of purpose in our lives happens.

Taking a risk Matthew 14:22-14:36 Introduction- Prayer- I want to talk about one of Jesus many miracles. • The miracle of Jesus and Peter walking on the water. • THAT IS SO… COOL! Can you imagine walking on water? People love a miracle. Most people root for the underdog because it would be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Nazarene

Doubt, Dignity, And Discovery

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 10, 2010

Often we are not credible because we do not accept others’ doubt as real, nor do we permit them to retain their dignity. We are called simply to invite them on a voyage of discovery where they will find that their hurts are healed.

What do you do when you try to help, and those you are helping are not sure they want that help? What do you say when someone has a need, you propose an answer to that need, but they don’t believe that what you want to give will really do any good? How do you help people who are not sure they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Paths: A Tree Or A Chaff? Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 19, 2025

Psalm 1 sets before us two paths—the way of the blessed, rooted in God’s Word like a fruitful tree, and the way of the wicked, rootless like chaff—calling us to choose where we will stand.

Title: The Two Paths: A Tree or Chaff? Text: Psalm 1 Every person, in every corner of the world, wants to live a blessed life. We long for a life that is happy, stable, meaningful, and fruitful. The great question of human existence is, how do we find such a life? The world offers countless ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are You Downcast?

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 7, 2025

Many Christians stumble, not because they never believed, but because they stayed too close to the place where they first got in. God calls us not only to begin the journey of faith but to grow in joy, perseverance, and victory through Christ.

Introduction: Too Close to Where We Got In A mother tucked her little boy in bed. She kissed him goodnight, pulled up the covers, and went downstairs. Not long after, she heard a loud thump and then crying. She hurried upstairs and found him on the floor. “What happened?” she asked. Through ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7, Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Reality Of Hell

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 21, 2022

The Bible speaks about a real place called hell, and it’s a place where many people will unfortunately go when they die. But some individuals reason that hell is contradictory to God’s love and mercy and should not be preached.

I have entitled our message this morning “The Reality of Hell.” Hell is a topic that tends to be avoided in a lot of churches and by a lot of pastors today. One person has accurately identified the perception of hell today when he said, “Since the days of fiery sermons from Puritan preachers like ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:43-48, Matthew 22:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

5 Star Disciples At Work

Contributed by Scott Maze on Dec 6, 2021

No matter the environment and no matter your boss, you are called to place a steeple at your workplace. Work as unto the Lord! No matter where or how your receive your paycheck, picture taking the Lord’s Supper while at work.

For more than a century, a French company has issued a series of guide books where they award stars to the best restaurants. It’s the Michelin rating system. Here’s a quick run-down of their rating system - Three stars is exceptional cuisine and worthy of a special journey. Two stars is excellent ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

To Go Down - A Lesson From Jonah's Life

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Oct 16, 2023

Have you ever tried to escape God's calling? Explore Jonah's journey, where rebellion led him down, and find the path upward toward God's grace and purpose.

To Go Down - A Lesson from Jonah's Life Introduction: Have you ever tried to run away from God? Have you ever felt like He was asking you to do something too hard, too scary, or too unpleasant? Have you ever wondered what would happen if you just ignored His voice and went your own way? If you ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3, Psalm 16:11, Psalm 139:7-12, Isaiah 55:8-9, Acts 17:26-27, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Jonah 1:5, Romans 1:18-20, Revelation 3:20, Matthew 11:28-30, Jonah 2:2-3, Jeremiah 32:27, 1 John 1:9, Lamentations 3:22-23, Jonah 2:1-9, Jonah 2:10, Jonah 3:1-2, Jonah 3:3-4, Jonah 3:5-10, Jonah 4:11, Matthew 12:39-41, John 1:46, Philippians 2:5-8, John 17:5, Romans 5:8, Matthew 12:40, Romans 6:4, Philippians 2:9-11, Ephesians 2:4-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Back On Track. Jacob's Revival. Genesis 35

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 16, 2024

Off course? Go back to the path where you went astray and get back on path with GOD. Jacob was off-course, and it brought sorrows to his family. But GOD...called him back, and in obedience, Revival comes to Jacob.

2024.09.15. Sermon Notes. Genesis 35. GET BACK ON TRACK. JACOB'S REVIVAL Jacobs return to Bethel, Rachel’s death at Benjamin’s birth. William Akehurst, HSWC Revival in Jacob’s Life BIG IDEA: Jacob is back in the land, but not where he is supposed to be. His misplacement has brought trouble ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-29, Ephesians 4:22-24, Revelation 2:4-5, Isaiah 53:3, Psalm 110:1, Colossians 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am The True Vine

Contributed by Larry East on Mar 5, 2017

Jesus says that we must abide in Him, to remain in His love. How can we know that we are abiding in Him?

Over the past few weeks, we have considered several I AM statements of Jesus. These are the things that Jesus said about Himself. In John Chapter 10, Jesus said “I AM the door.” He is the way into God’s kingdom. In John Chapter 8, Jesus said “I AM the light of the world.” He shines in the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Value Of A Life

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 23, 2004

The value of one’s life is seen in who he is, where his wealth lies, and where he is headed.

The Value of a Life Luke 12:15 INTRO.: Do you know what your "net worth" is? Your net worth is equal to the amount left in your estate when all your debts are paid and all your life insurance is collected. Of course, that’s not as important to you as it will be to your heirs. That’s because you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Problems Of Inflexibility

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. People who are inflexible remain firm in their opinions to a point of being stubborn, unyielding and adamant about their own viewpoint.

1. People who are inflexible remain firm in their opinions to a point of being stubborn, unyielding and adamant about their own viewpoint. The biggest problem with spiritual inflexibility is that one risks missing out on all the vital truths God wants us to learn. The inflexible Sanhedrin commanded ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Assurance Of Hope Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010

As long as we remain faithful, we have the assurance of hope until we receive that inheritance reserved in heaven for us!

Assurance of Hope Blessed Assurance part 3 11/08/09 AM Text: 1 Peter 1:3-5 INTRODUCTION In this series we began by looking at the blessed assurance we have from God the Father: 1 John 5:11 ( NASB ) And the testimony is this, that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. Today we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Just Like Me"

Contributed by Bill Burress on Jan 8, 2011

Peter knew the things God promised to those who remain faithful and it is the same promises we must believe in today.

“Just Like Me” Did you ever compare yourself to a biblical character? Maybe there is someone in God’s Word that reminds you of yourself. As Christians we are to imitate Christ but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ