Sermons on Sense Of Urgency:

Voices And Choices

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009

We have to be cautious because much like the original audience of Proverbs, we are in a marketplace of voices that compete for our time, attention and even our allegiance. Proverbs 1:7 reminds us that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

VOICES AND CHOICES Text: Proverbs 1:20 – 33 Matthew Henry once made the point that the book of Proverbs gives us a “…. necessary caution against bad company”. Matthew Henry’s comment reminds me of something I always heard when I was growing up which was “If you lie down with dogs, then ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

The Precious From The Vile PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of repentance and restoration, trusting in God's abundant promises, and understanding the urgency of turning back to God, as taught in Jeremiah 15:19.

Good morning, beloved! Today, we're going to dive deep into the prophetic wisdom of Jeremiah 15:19. You see, Jeremiah's message is as relevant today as it was in his time. It teaches us about repentance and restoration, God's abundance through faith in His Word, and the urgency of repentance – ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:19

Topics: Restoration, Repentance, Faith

Walking On Water Calming Hearts Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Sep 5, 2010

Despair sometimes follows a particularly exciting spiritual experience this passage talks about that.

Walking on Water – Calming Hearts The Book of Mark Mark 6:45-52 I. Introduction: A. We are going to get back into the book of Mark again today. B. This section of the book is following Jesus’ Galilean ministry. 1. He has called 12 men to be with Him so that He could train them and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Day And Hour Unknown

Contributed by Mark Adams on Aug 15, 2005

This sermon illustrates the unexpected nature of Christ’s return, along with the urgency of making proper preparations for it. The style is that of story-telling.

(Note: In this sermon, your goal is to describe this community in a believable, relateable way. You can change the names around to make sure you don’t step make anyone think you’re referring to them. I tried to take several of the attitudes Jesus taught against, then create characters based on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossing Over

Contributed by Wah Lok Ng on Nov 13, 2006

It is important to cross over a new year with goals, with God’s presence, with urgency, with a clean up, and without any heavy baggages.

CROSSING OVER By : Ng Wah Lok Text: Josh 3:1-17 Joshua had a difficult task in front of him. He was to lead the people across the Jordan into the promise land. He was to achieve what his mentor Moses failed to do 40 years ago. But first, he had to crossover the Jordan river. Crossing over a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Charismatic

The Return Of Christ, In God’s Perfect Time. Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 24, 2024

Peter instills an urgency and gospel movement motivation from this chapter. Peter said the Lord told him he was about to be executed.

The Return of Christ, in God’s perfect time. 2 Peter 3:1-18 I was interviewing new believers from a great movement that led to thousands turning to Christ in areas where prior to this, trees and rocks were worshipped, then there was this great turning to Christ. A place where they never heard ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Whatever Happened To The Cause Of Christ

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Mar 7, 2002

Things we can learn from DAvid about giving our life for the cause of Christ.

Today, many people are busy living there lives and are completely leaving out Christ. I am not talking about the unsaved, but rather the saved! There are many causes that we are concerned with; however, we have forgot the most important cause we could give our lives to---the cause of Christ. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:25-54

Denomination: Baptist

Cause For Commendation Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005

Expository sermon dealing with Paul’s commendation to these Christians for their (1)Service for the Lord (2)Receptivity to the Lord (3)Evangelistic Influence. Movie clip from "About Schmidt" as a contrast to these believers

Cause for Commendation 1Thessalonians 1:1-10[1] 10-10-04 Intro If God were writing a letter to us this morning, what do you think He would say? What would He commend and what would He correct? In the first few chapters of Revelation Jesus is walking among the candlesticks. His eyes are as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

"Engagement Or Exclusion?"

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jul 28, 2006

This is a look at our outreach as a Church and as individuals. Its a call to relavent engagement.

Engagement or Exclusion? Mark 2.13-17 We see here the beginings of conflict with the Pharisees. It is an underlying theme set right through the gospel; Between the Pharisees and Jesus over the character of God and forgiveness. The four stories that follow continue this theme: Eating with tax ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Started Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jan 5, 2008

First sermon of the year, outlining a focus on evangelism, compassion, and availability to God.

Series: “First Steps In the Journey” Message #1 -- GETTING STARTED. INTRO> Michael Buffer is known to his momma as her firstborn son, and she’s rightfully proud. But he’s known to others as the man whom the look forward to seeing standing in the middle of a boxing ring. His line will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

In Control Of Chaos

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on May 18, 2008

From the chaos before Creation through the chaos of today’s world, GOD is in control

In the beginning the world was in chaos. There was no form, no function, no order, "Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the watery depths." GOD was not pleased with what He saw and created the heavens, the earth, and all living things. "GOD said, “Let there be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Word On Evangelism Series

Contributed by Jerry Hillyer Ii on May 23, 2008

An examination of the what evangelism will cost those who are engaged in its practice.

Sermon Three: The Old Testament Prophets and the World of 2005 Jonah 1-4 God’s Word on Evangelism Introduction As a way of acknowledging the All-Star forward’s impact, Nike has hung a billboard of James on the side of a building near Quicken Loans Arena, home of the Cavaliers that is 110 feet ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revelation, Part 36 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 25, 2008

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation, Part 36 Revelation 19:1-8 Introduction Last week, we witnessed the preparation for the return of Jesus Christ as He descends on this world, and tonight we begin Chapter 19 which concludes the tribulation period and leads us to the final battle between the armies of Satan and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Messenger?

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 12, 2008

Applying the life of John the Baptist to our own.

Are you a Messenger? Matthew 11:1-19 Introduction Since there is only one more message left in the series “Loving the Lord”, which we will cover on Sunday, tonight’s message takes a slight detour. Tonight I wanted to look at a passage in the Word which deals directly with a messenger sent by the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Time When Kings Go To War

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Jun 25, 2008

This message encourages men to get prepared for the battle of Mardi Gras

A Time When Kings Go To War 2 Sam 11:1 Introduction Beginning next Sunday night, we are going to begin to prepare men to go to war I want you to know that Satan is alive and well and there is a spiritual war that is always raging What is at stake? The souls of men, women, and children I want ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1

Denomination: Baptist