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The Nature Of Our Calling (Complete Text)

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 7, 2017

All believers are partakers of the heavenly calling. Having been called to belong to Jesus, we press on towards the mark of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

I. THE HIGH CALLING OF GOD IN CHRIST JESUS. Philippians 3:14. When we are converted, we have a change of mind, a change of heart. Yet this is not only a once-for-all experience, but also an on-going process which will not be completed this side of eternity. We have been changed, we are being ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:23, Exodus 10:24-26, Romans 1:6-7, Romans 10:8-13, Romans 8:28-39, 1 Peter 5:10, 1 Thessalonians 2:12, 1 Peter 2:19-21, Ephesians 4:25-32, Ephesians 4:1-16, Philippians 3:14, 1 Corinthians 1:9, Philemon 1:16, Ephesians 2:1-3, Galatians 5:13, Galatians 5:1, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 2 Timothy 1:9, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, 1 John 1:3, 1 Corinthians 1:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Completeness Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 16, 2020

Disciples of Jesus must not compartmentalize their lives, but must allow Jesus to be Lord of all the spheres of our lives.

A. Today, I want us to turn our attention back to our sermon series: “I Am A Disciple of Jesus!” 1. Let’s briefly review what we have learned so far. 2. First, we have learned that being a disciple of Jesus involves a lot more than church membership and church attendance. 3. Second, we have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-10, Ephesians 2:1-10, Ephesians 4:11-16, Ephesians 4:25-32, Ephesians 5:21-33, Ephesians 6:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Conversion Baptism & Pentecost Baptism

Contributed by George Barton on Jan 29, 2006

Points out that the baptism of Pentecost was a unique experiences whereas conversion-baptism should be the common experience of every believer. 8 pages

THE WATER-SPIRIT BAPTISM OF THE CONVERSION EXPERIENCE CONTRASTED WITH THE SPIRIT-BAPTISM OF PENTECOST PREPARED 01-28-2006 Easterners with Oriental mental patterns, though mentally they recognize the difference between the reality of something and the symbol of the reality, often speak of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Sunday – “looking For Love In All The Wrong Places” Series

Contributed by Eric Lenhart on Aug 13, 2010

A closer look at the resurrection of Christ.

Sunday – “Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places” (Luke 24:1-12) 5th in a series on “Passion Week” Introduction: Cynthia Thomas tells a story about her “brother and his new wife who were escorted to their bridal suite in an elegant hotel in the wee hours of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus' Prayer For His Disciples (Part 1)

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 2, 2010

A sermon examining Jesus' prayer for His disciples.

JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER (Part 2a – Jesus’ Prayer For His Disciples) John 17:6-8 John 17:6-8 records the second main section in the Lord’s High Priestly Prayer. In the first five verses Jesus has been praying for Himself; however this prayer was anything but selfish. Our Savior’s main ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

From Overwhelmed To Overflowing Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 20, 2019

A Sermon to help lead your church to commit to generous living

Good morning! Please turn in your copy of God’s Word to 2 Kings. We are starting a new message series this morning called “Overflow: Living the Generous Life.” And I want to be really transparent with you and tell you the reason for this particular sermon series. In a couple of weeks, we are going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-10, 2 Kings 4:1-7, 2 Kings 4:42-44

Denomination: Baptist

Elisha’s Ministry - Naaman, Almost The Reject - 2 Kings 5:1-19 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 18, 2022

Naaman was a powerful man, with all the success one could desire, all the esteem and glory, BUT he had leprosy. The account of his cure is of value to us as it contains lessons that benefit us in many ways. It was God who wrought the miracle, not Elisha. He was the willing servant.

ELISHA’S MINISTRY - NAAMAN, ALMOST THE REJECT - 2 Kings 5:1-19 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 14 When we consider chapter 5, the focus here is on Naaman, not so much on Elisha, but it is Elisha we are studying. Along the way we will also look into the motives of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19, 2 Kings 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Requirement: Faithfulness

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Aug 18, 2023

1Co 4:2 Moreover, it is required in stewards that one be found faithful.

God’s Requirement: Faithfulness 1 Cor 4:1-2 During his 2nd missionary journey Act 16:9 …a vision appeared to Paul in the night. A man of Macedonia stood and pleaded with him, saying, "Come over to Macedonia and help us." The change in plans and the direction of this mission trip led Paul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

When Persecution Comes Calling

Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on May 13, 2024

The Church has been missing a valuable tool in fighting oppression. The authority of Christ remains on our lips.

For anyone that has been following the news there are a growing number of stories that speak of the persecution of Christians. For many, such articles seem surreal, they remain so far removed from our current peaceful existence that we find no reason to try and relate, let alone guard ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:6-7

Denomination: *other

Forgiveness-It Is The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Charles Miller on Jan 24, 2005

Broken relationships are devastating, yet forgiveness brings healing. We are called upon to be people who work toward forgiveness.

Forgiveness—It’s the Heart of the Matter Sermon Series: Hope in a Hurting World January 22/23, 2005 St. Stephen LC Pastor Charles J. Miller II Interspersed among all the very funny moments in the movie, “Home Alone” are some extraordinary touching and poignant scenes. One such scene has the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Sealed With A Kiss Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 22, 2004

Second sermon in a series leading up to Easter that focuses on the betrayal of Judas - It asks the key question - Are you sold out or a sell out?

The Passion of Christ March 14, 2004 Sealed with a Kiss – Judas Sunday AM Text: Matthew 26:37-50 Intro: Judas – the mention of his name invokes thoughts of treachery and deceit. But it wasn’t always that way. In fact, Judas was once a popular name. Name: from Judah – meaning “Jehovah ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:37-50

Denomination: Baptist

Free Indeed

Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on Oct 29, 2002

Many people feel freedom comes in being free from anything and everything except themselves. Jesus helps us discover that true freedom is found in Him and His Word of Truth.

Reformation Sunday John 8:31-36 Free Indeed 10/27/02 A park ranger by the name of John Elliott was once caught in a blizzard high in the Rocky Mountains. As a result of the storm he became lost. It was only by the grace of God that he eventually saw a cabin and crawling to the door with his last ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Two Covenants Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 13, 2010

Gal. 4:21-5:1 is a great use of an analogy by Paul to show the difference between the Mosiac Covenant and the Covenant brought by Jesus Christ.

Two Covenants Gal. 4:21-5:1 Introduction In this text Paul continues to contrast grace and law, faith and works. Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit he employs an Old Testament story as an analogy, which serves not so much as an argument as an illustration. Paul here doesn’t give us a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Purity: looking Beyond The Surface Of Our Lives Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 14, 2009

Purity is important when it comes to the water we drink. Purity is important when it comes to the toys we let our children play with. Purity is important when it comes to the food we eat. Where purity is becoming less important is in the area of morali

PURITY: LOOKING BEYOND THE SURFACE OF OUR LIVES Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Matthew 5:8 (NIV) Blessed (happy, enviably fortunate, and spiritually prosperous—possessing the happiness produced by the experience of God’s favor and especially conditioned by the revelation of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by Nicky Evans on Jul 20, 2011

While salvation is a free gift, there is a cost in following Jesus.

For over a year now we've been studying the Scriptures and looking at the 'basics' of Christianity. We went through 1 John asking the question 'Is It Real' and measuring ourselves up against the tests found throughout that book designed for the purpose of judging whether or not our faith in Christ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-33

Denomination: Baptist