Sermons on Twelve Ordinary Men:

Sermon – Advent Continues: Peace On Earth And Goodwill Towards Men

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 5, 2024

Our relationship to God is the most important of all relationships, and if we are not at peace with Him, we will never have peace in our hearts or be at peace with others. Good News, peace on earth!

Sermon – Advent Continues: Peace on Earth and Goodwill Towards Men Scripture Text: Luke 2:8-14 “That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Romans 8:35-38, Philippians 4:11, John 14:27, Romans 5:8-10, Romans 5:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Men Of God Emulate The Examples Of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, And Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the examples of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, and Christ, and how we can apply their principles to our own lives.

As men of God, we are called to lead, protect, and love our families with the same devotion and character as the biblical heroes who came before us. In this sermon, we will explore the examples of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, and Christ, and how we can apply their principles to our own lives. Leading ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Men's Rejection Is God's Protection Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 3, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few biblical examples that demonstrate how men's rejection can be God's protection.

Have you ever experienced rejection in a relationship or a situation that left you feeling broken and confused? It's natural to question God's plan and wonder why He allowed the rejection to happen. However, the Bible teaches us that God's ways are not our ways, and His thoughts are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-51, Esther 2:1-4

Go! And Follow The Example Of The Apostles - Matthew 10:1-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 1, 2025

Imagine being chosen for something world-changing… not because of your qualifications, but in spite of them. That’s what happened when Jesus called the twelve apostles.

Go! And Follow the Example of the Apostles Matthew 10:1-4 Introduction: Who Were These 12 Ordinary Men? Imagine being chosen for something world-changing… not because of your qualifications, but in spite of them. That’s what happened when Jesus called the twelve apostles. Fishermen, a tax ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4, Luke 6:12-13, John 15:16, John 1:41-47, Acts 2:14, Acts 12:2, Revelation 1:9, John 20:28, Matthew 27:5, 1 Corinthians 15:3-5, Romans 10:14-15, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Satan Used Judas To Try And Hurt The Work Of God

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

Then Satan entered Judas, called Iscariot, one of the Twelve. - Luke 22:3 This short passage of Scripture is full of irony and also should put the fear of the Lord in our hearts. Judas was one of the twelve Apostles our Lord choose through prayer and f ..

Then Satan entered Judas, called Iscariot, one of the Twelve. - Luke 22:3 This short passage of Scripture is full of irony and also should put the fear of the Lord in our hearts. Judas was one of the twelve Apostles our Lord choose through prayer and fasting all night. It was a serious decision ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unmasking Satan’s Strategies: Discernment Vs. Suspicion (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 4, 2023

SUSPISCION IS LIKE AN ORDINARY STONE; DISCERNMENT IS LIKE A SPECIAL STONE OF GREAT VALUE LIKE “DIAMOND.” Most of humanity are walking around with the ordinary stone of suspicion in their hands and throwing it at others.

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. (Philippians 4:8) SUSPISCION IS LIKE AN ORDINARY STONE; DISCERNMENT IS LIKE A ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Two Broke Preachers

Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 6, 2013

Peter and John were just two broke preachers but they were God’s preachers and that's what made the difference.

Introduction: When Jesus called on His disciples, He did not sit them down one by one to negotiate their salary. He did not ask them for a resume, He did not ask them for a reference because no one knew them better than He did. There’s no explanation in the Bible as why He chose His twelve ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Small Seed

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 16, 2008

The Kingdom of God will grow because God is working. Growth comes from Him and it has nothing to do with the size of the seed.

Both parables set out to teach us, "What the Kingdom of God is like." Note two things,(1) Growth is taking place because God is working, (2) Growth has nothing to do with the Size of the Seed Growth comes from God. Jesus uses the illustration of a farmer to emphasize this point. • The farmer ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Empowering For Adventure Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 22, 2016

Jesus chose "ordinary, unschooled" men to be His disciples. For 3 years He equipped them for a ministry that turned the world upside down. But how did Jesus change them so they were ready for that adventure. And how can He do the same for us?

OPEN: In 1972, NASA launched a space probe named Pioneer 10. The satellite’s primary mission was to reach Jupiter, study the planet and its moons, and beam the data back to earth. Scientists regarded this as a bold plan, for at that time no earth satellite had ever gone beyond Mars, and they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trail Life Sunday: Faith On The Rugged Trail Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 3, 2025

This is Trail Life Sunday, a day where we celebrate our Trail Life boys and American Heritage Girls, but also where we as the church remember that the Christian life itself is a rugged trail.

Trail Life Sunday: Faith on the Rugged Trail September 14, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Colossians 1:10; Numbers 13:25-33; Matthew 7:13; Joshua 4:6-7 Introduction: The Trailhead Church, today we lace up our boots for a different kind of trail. This is Trail Life Sunday, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10, Numbers 13:25-33, Matthew 7:13, Joshua 4:6-7, Numbers 14:6-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Attitude Adjustment

Contributed by Michael Calo on Jan 6, 2010

Let us put-on Christ - first in attitude then in action

Attitude Adjustment 1 Peter 4:1-5 Therefore, since Christ suffered physically, you too are to arm yourselves with the same attitude. For whoever has suffered physically is finished with sin, with the result that he lives the rest of his earthly life no longer controlled by human desires, but by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-5

Denomination: *other

Where Are They?

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 29, 2001

A sermon for "Men’s Day" asking the question "Where are the men in our churches?".

WHERE ARE THEY? 1 SAMUEL 17:32-52 Introduction: 1. As a small boy, I can remember all of the noises and shadows I saw at night. a. I would be laying in bed and the tree outside my window would brush upon my window and the shadow of that tree would look as if someone was coming ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-52

Denomination: Baptist

Minions By The Bunch Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 7, 2017

This message begins our series "Minions: Playing Second Fiddle for God" and looks at the 12 Apostles and how they served and changed the world.

Minions by the Bunch When you hear the word “Minion” what do you think of? For some, you think of little yellow people in blue pants. For others, you have your own favorite minions from years past. The Disney films we grew up with were filled with Minions, albeit with other names. Snow ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Man Of The Master

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 10, 2013

A sermon to challenge men to be men of God.

“Men of the Master” 1Timothy 6:11-14 1 Timothy 6:11 But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. First: I. He is a converted man – “…man of God…” A. His possession What ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

"What Will Heaven Be Like?

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 1, 2007

Twelve points can be detected as to what Heaven be like by taking careful observations of this text. Good funeral message.

"What we know about Heaven?" Introduction: I have often referred to this text when referring to Heaven, but here is a careful study on the text. It is a very revealing insight into what Heaven will be like. There are twelve points: 1. Heaven is a real place. Moses and Elias had come from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-36

Denomination: Baptist