Sermons on Responds:

Advent 5: Jesus Is Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 1, 2023

This sermon explores how we can emulate the shepherds' faith-filled response to the birth of Christ, by hearing, heeding, and honoring God's message. Key

Good morning, beloved. What a blessing it is to gather together in this sacred space, to bask in the light of God's love, and to share in the communion of His Word. Today, we find ourselves standing on the cusp of a grand narrative, a story that is as old as time itself, yet as fresh and as vibrant ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Topics: Shepherds, Heard, Responded

Watchnight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023

This sermon encourages cultivating spiritual sensitivity to recognize and respond to God's leading, as exemplified by Simeon and Anna in the Gospel of Luke. Key

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. How wonderful it is to gather together in His name, to seek His wisdom, and to bask in His love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom, has drawn us together today to delve into His Word, to seek His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: Listening, Responding, Opportunities

Responding To God's Ability Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Sep 2, 2012

This message show the ability that God has given the believer.

Responding to God’s Ability John 1:15/18 Of His fullness have we all received, and grace for grace. When we learn to walk the reality of the branch and vine life, we will experience a son to father the relationship, and know all wisdom, knowledge and ability belongs to us through Jesus the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:15-18

Denomination: *other

Responding To Peter's Preaching Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2000

Hearing the word of God has a variety of reponses as Peter found out.

I. The Call for Repentance given by Peter Now when they heard this, they were pierced to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, “Brethren, what shall we do?” And Peter said to them, “Repent, and let each of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Responding To The Christmas Message

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 24, 2003

The revelation of Christ’s first advent invoked interesting and diverse responses. The responses of the Magi, of King Herod, and of the Priests and teachers in Jerusalem are examined and contrasted. They are rather typical of varied responses to Christ to

Responding to the Christmas Message 12-15-02 Intro: Text: Matt 2 2:1After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23, Micah 5:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Responding To The Real Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

To see Jesus for who He really is opens the door to eternal possibilities. But that revelation also requires a response to either reject Him or serve Him as Lord of all.

Responding to the Real Jesus Fortifying the Foundations #2 John 1:1-18 3-9-03 Intro: John 1:1-18 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He was with God in the beginning. 3Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, John 20:31

Denomination: Charismatic

Job: Responding To Criticism

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

How Job dealt with criticism

“Job: Responding to Criticism” Intro: As we have read through the books of Job this past week, we have seen one thing for certain: Job faced a lot of criticism. The book of Job teaches us many lessons: the faithfulness of God, the battle of the spiritual realm, the nature of suffering, and also ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Responding To God's Presence Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Nov 6, 2003

Fourth in a series about “The Presence Driven Church”, lessons from Martha and Mary and their different responses to God’s Presence with their resulting experiences.

The Presence Driven Church Responding to God’s Presence Fourth in a series about “The Presence Driven Church”, lessons from Martha and Mary and their different responses to God’s Presence with their resulting experiences. Luke 10:38-40 Now it happened as they went that He entered a certain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Responding To Christ's Authority

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

the authority of Christ upon our lives

“Responding to Christ’s Authority” Matthew 21:23-22:14 1/25/98 Intro: How do you respond to authority figures? Each of us has those who are over us. We are motivated by fear and respect to those who are in authority over us. I heard a story once about the time the Pope visited the US. They ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Respond To Tragedy

Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003

Coming to terms with September 11, 2001.

How To Respond To Tragedy Matthew 5:38-48 Tuesday, September 11, 2001 We witnessed the darkest hour and the brightest day. I. The Darkest Hour A. An Attack 1. It was an attack upon our INNOCENCE -a break of trust 2. It was an attack upon our DIGNITY 3. It was an attack upon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Holiness

How To Respond To Hardship

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 3, 2004

When we look at life from an eternal perspectives it alleviates stress and helps us focus on God’s perspectives rather than our own limited-selfish view-point.

How to Respond to Hardship (John 15:20) Illustration: All the Ethiopian teenager had to do was tell the men who were beating her that she no longer believed in God, and they would have stopped. Yezeshewall was being detained and beaten because of her faith in Christ. But she told her tormentors, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Responding To A World Of Despair

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 3, 2004

1- Live your faith 2- Stand firm in your faith 3-Spread your faith

INTRO.- ILL.- A grandmother overheard her 5-year-old granddaughter playing "wedding." The wedding vows went like this: "You have the right to remain silent, anything you say may be held against you, you have the right to have an attorney present. Now you may kiss the bride." ILL.- While enjoying ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Responding To Jesus' Call

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 16, 2002

Appraising our discipleship as a New Year approaches

“Responding to Jesus’ Call” Rev Dr Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Outline: A. Andrew and John, vss 35-39 B. Andrew and Peter, vss 40-42 C. Philip and Nathanael, vss 43-51 Introduction: We’ve read a record of how the earliest believers became followers of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Congregational

How To Respond To Persecution

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 6, 2004

We live in a world that is loath to experience any persecution for the sake of righteousness, truth and enduring freedom. No wonder we see reports on TV that continually promotes victimology in their daily reports. However, Jesus reminds Christians that

How To Respond To Persecution (John 15:20) We live in a world that is loath to experience any persecution. Few seem willing to endure hardship for the sake of righteousness, truth and enduring freedom. No wonder CNN and the New York Times continually promotes victimology in their daily reports. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Responding With Thanks To God

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Nov 22, 2004

This is a Thanksgiving sermon.

Sometimes Thanksgiving seems a bit perfunctory. Turkey, sweet potatoes, stuffing, cranberries, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie and the like set on the table. Christmas is coming: trees, gifts, travel and cards. Thanksgiving often becomes a stop over on the way from Halloween and Christmas. Read ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan