Sermons on Shaped Like Clay:

Church Is Habitual PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2025

Trusting God in trials, resisting temptation, and living out our faith through obedient action shapes us into Christlike people who impact the world.

Some weeks feel like a head-on collision with life, don’t they? The calendar crowds you. The headlines haunt you. The phone rings and your heart sinks—another bill, another doctor’s report, another hard conversation. In moments like these, James steps into our living room with a calm, steady voice ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-27

Topics: Practice, Perfection

The Greatest Gift To Mankind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 26, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative impact of Jesus Christ's birth, demonstrating divine deliverance, fulfilled promises, and the shaping of our destiny.

Good morning, beloved family. Isn't it wonderful to be gathered here today, under the grace of our Lord, basking in the warmth of His love and the fellowship of His people? I am so grateful for each and every one of you, and for the privilege we share in coming together to worship and learn from ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Topics: Faithfulness, Promise

Communication

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

Communication is one of the most powerful tools given to mankind. Through communication, relationships are built, ideas are conveyed, and destinies are shaped.

COMMUNICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 18:21 – “Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.” Supporting Texts: James 3:1-12, Ephesians 4:29, Colossians 4:6, Matthew 12:36-37 INTRODUCTION: Communication is one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:21, James 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Studying The Bible Effectively PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to harness, honor, and apply God's Word in their lives, allowing it to transform, shape, and guide their daily actions.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joy and a blessing to stand before you today, with hearts united in our shared love and reverence for the Word of God. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in this divine discourse, ready to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:11, James 1:22

Topics: Bible Study, Commitment

A Woman, A Well, And A Water-Pot

Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 2, 2018

As we examine this event is Jesus' life and ministry [John 4:1-42] we will learn that he comes to break down social barriers (cultural, racial, traditional) and to turn our focus from the temporary to the eternal.

We’re in the middle of our Summer Series entitled: “LIVE-LIKE-THAT” and through this series of messages we’re challenging each of us to begin living as Jesus lived and loving as Jesus loved. Jesus demonstrated the importance of loving God with all of His being and here at Gateway that’s our ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Road To Victory

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Nov 6, 2014

A perspective on Mark 8: 31-38. St. Mark points out in his Gospel that there is another way to glory and that is the way of Christ. Therefore, what does the ‘way of Christ’ mean, and what does being a disciple mean ?

Mark 8: 31-38 The Road To Victory Nobody enjoys the pain of losing. We long for glory and the freedom from being a plain person living a plain life. As a result we all strive to align ourselves with winners or at least potential winners. We are willing to give praise and support to winners. In ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Christian Challenge Sermon I: Be Distinct Not Extinct Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 11, 2019

For times like these, Jesus gave us eight Beatitudes or qualities that serve as a crescendo of progression toward becoming distinctly Christian in our relationship to God and to others.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON I: BE DISTINCT NOT EXTINCT When was the last time you took someone up on a challenge? Not too long ago, it was the “cool” thing to do among the younger generation to challenge another person to some kind of difficult venture or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2, Philippians 4:4-7

The Family: God's Workshop

Contributed by David Swensen on May 27, 2002

Today, Learn how God can use our families to help shape us into the people He desires us to become.

Nancy Ortberg tells about an incident with which we can all relate. “I had been, what I thought, was a good mom for the day. I rode bikes, read stories and fixed meals. I patted myself on the back and thought, Okay, I’m done. It’s six o’clock. It’s my time. Just then this little voice from the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing Fruit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2025

Abiding in Jesus, not striving, is the source of true spiritual fruitfulness; staying connected to Him transforms our lives and shapes our prayers.

If you walked in tired, tangled, and trying to hold it all together, you are in good company. Life can feel like a crowded trellis—obligations climbing, expectations twisting, emotions wrapping around us in every direction. Some of us carry quiet questions: Am I growing? Is anything lasting coming ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Topics: Discipleship, Spiritual Growth

Hittites And Jebusites And Amorites, Oh My! Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 5, 2011

Giants come in all shapes and sizes; none is bigger than God, who provides for those who believe his promises.

The VCR is a wonderful invention. If you’ve got it set to tape your favorite shows it matters a whole lot less whether you’ll be home in time, doesn’t it. It makes meetings a whole lot less tense. Some things you have to be on time for, though. Movies, buses, job interviews... ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living In Light Of Our Blessed Hope

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 27, 2024

The reality of Christ's Resurrection should shape all that we are and all that we do as believers. This is a Resurrection Sunday message

Resurrection: Living in Light of our Blessed Hope Text: Philippians 3:1-14 I am so happy that you have chosen to gather with the Church this morning as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ from the dead. For Christians – THIS is one of the most important holidays of the year! ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14, 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Gifts - Get On The Bus

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 21, 2020

Continuing our look at our purpose in life. Looking at Spiritual gifts and how we can better understand our SHAPE.

Get on the Bus 1 Corinthians 12 September 20, 2020 A man was walking through the forest and saw a fox that had lost its legs, and he wondered how it lived. Then he saw a tiger come up with game in its mouth. The tiger ate its fill and left the rest of the meat for the fox. The next day God fed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Cow Tipping - Self Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 21, 2017

Cow tipping has to do with tipping over and destroying idols in our life that usurp God. They come in many forms and shapes.

Cow Tipping: Self Thesis: Cow tipping has to do with tipping over and destroying idols in our life that usurp God. They come in many forms and shapes. Introduction: They myth of cow tipping: Wiki notes: Cow tipping is the purported activity of sneaking up on any unsuspecting or sleeping upright ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35, Matthew 10:37-39, Luke 9:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Happy Birthday To The Church

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 23, 2015

Pentecost is also the day when we remember the countless ways in which the Holy Spirit shapes the Church as an institution and ourselves as individuals.

Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday dear Church Happy Birthday to you! Today, we are celebrating the birthday of the church. On the day of Pentecost over 2,000 years ago, the Holy Spirit came to the disciples, and through the Holy Spirit the church was born. It is a time ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

Cow Tipping - Money Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 21, 2017

Cow tipping has to do with tipping over and destroying idols in our life that usurp God. They come in many forms and shapes.

Series: Cow Tipping Thesis: Cow tipping has to do with tipping over and destroying idols in our life that usurp God. They come in many forms and shapes. Introduction: They myth of cow tipping: Wiki notes: Cow tipping is the purported activity of sneaking up on any unsuspecting or sleeping upright ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational