Sermons on urge:

Eyes On The Prize

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 1, 2019

Jesus was focused on his mission. He urges us to be focused on God's kingdom in our lives, too.

June 30, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 9:51-62; Galatians 5:1, 13-25 Eyes on the Prize Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. A farmer was teaching his young son how to plow. As his son sat in the tractor seat, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62, Galatians 5:13-25

Denomination: Lutheran

The Battle For The Mind And Understanding Intrusive Thoughts From A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 22, 2025

Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, involuntary thoughts, images, or urges that invade our minds, often causing distress, anxiety, or discomfort.

As Christians, we are constantly engaged in a spiritual battle for our minds. The enemy seeks to infiltrate our thoughts, planting seeds of doubt, fear, and anxiety. One of the most insidious tactics used by the enemy is the introduction of intrusive thoughts. These unwanted, disturbing thoughts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, Ephesians 6:12

From Judgment To Hope

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 7, 2022

Zephaniah's purpose was to rattle the people of Judah from their sin and complacency and urge them to repentance and return to God.

Zephaniah had cautioned the people of Judah that if they would not repent of their transgressions and return to God, all of Judah would be punished. This whole book is filled with the impending correction to come from God, but with love. The phrase “the day of the Lord” is stated seven times in the ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sitting On The Fence Of Salvation

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 20, 2024

This sermon explores the dangers of spiritual complacency, urging believers to avoid lukewarm faith and instead strive for genuine commitment to God.

Praise the Lord this morning, cherished family of faith! It's such a joy to stand before you today, not as a stranger, but as a fellow traveler on this road of faith, a road that is often winding, often challenging, a lot of times hilly leading to valleys of trials, but always leading us closer ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go! Go! Go!

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Jun 4, 2024

I used this as an urging to GO INTO ALL THE WORLD and be the witnesses that God has commanded us to be (with the power of the Holy Ghost).

SLIDE – Introduction Read and comment Acts 1:1-8 V1 – “The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach,” This is Dr. Luke writing to a good friend – Theophilus Luke had written earlier about all that he had researched from the Apostles and other ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The King Enters PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' divine authority and humility, urging us to respond with reverence and obedience to His sacrificial love and kingship.

Dear beloved congregation, there's a warmth, a familiarity in gathering together today, like a family reunion of souls, bound not by blood but by the love of Christ. We are here, not as strangers, but as fellow pilgrims, walking arm in arm on the path of faith. So, as we gather in this holy huddle, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Topics: Palm Sunday, Triumphal Entry

Cruising And Snoozing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon urges Christians to be spiritually prepared and vigilant for the unexpected return of Christ, emphasizing the importance of maintaining our spiritual light.

Good morning, beloved family. It's a joy to be here with you today, sharing in the love of our Savior and the fellowship of our faith. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound and powerful message from the Word of God. A message that is as relevant today as it was when it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Topics: Don't Waste, Jesus Offers

Holy Hands PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 21, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of harmony, holiness, and heavenly connection in worship, urging believers to align their lives with God's divine will.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, it is such a joy to gather with you once again in the house of the Lord. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has a word for us today, a word that will stir our hearts, stir our spirits, and stir our lives to a deeper and more profound ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8

Topics: Worship, Hands

The Day Of The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Urge the congregation to turn back to God and heed His warnings, as His judgment is coming, and this day will be a day of darkness, not light.

Good morning, Church! We're about to dive into a very heavy topic today. Now, I'm not here to frighten you, but rather to wake us all up to the reality that we're facing. C.S. Lewis once said, "We all want progress, but if you're on the wrong road, progress means doing an about-turn and walking ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:18-20

Topics: Vengeance, God's Wrath

Walk Humbly With God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

Explores humility, obedience, the transformative power of the Gospel, and the essence of God's law, urging us to live authentically in God's truth.

Greetings, beloved in Christ, and welcome to this time of worship and reflection on God's Word. We are here today to break open the Bread of Life, to feast on the wisdom God has graciously provided for us in His Word. Today, we will be turning our hearts and minds towards three key passages of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8, Matthew 22:34-46

Topics: False Teaching, Beware

A False Tongue PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

This sermon explores the deeper meaning and application of the ninth commandment, urging us to live truthfully in reflection of God's grace and love.

Good morning, beloved family! Isn't it a great day to be in the house of the Lord? I'm excited to share with you today, as we gather in fellowship and faith, ready to grow closer to our Savior, Jesus Christ. We're going to chat about something that's as relevant today as it was thousands of years ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Topics: Truthfulness

Repentance PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 23, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of repentance, urging believers to acknowledge their sins and embrace God's promise of forgiveness and new life.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I am filled with joy and gratitude to stand before you today, a humble servant, eager to share the Word of God with you. We gather here as seekers, as believers, as children of God, united in our common purpose: to grow in understanding, to deepen our faith, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:20, Acts 11:18, 2 Corinthians 7:10, 2 Peter 3:9

Topics: Repentance, Humility

Even The Demons Believe PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 29, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus' authority, identity, and divine nature, urging believers to deepen their relationship with Him through understanding and faith.

Good morning, dear friends. It warms my heart to see each and every one of you gathered here today, drawn together by our shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ. We are, each one of us, a part of a vast and diverse community, knit together by the golden thread of faith. Today, we are here to engage ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Topics: Knowing Jesus, Believing In Jesus

The Hall Of Fame Of Our Faithful Elders PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon explores the power and importance of faith as the foundation of our Christian walk, urging believers to actively engage with God's promises.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of saints, where we find ourselves wrapped in a fellowship of faith, united by our shared love for the Lord. We are here to immerse ourselves in the Word of God, to drink deeply from the well of wisdom that never runs dry, to be refreshed, renewed, and ...read more

Topics: Faith, Victory

The Lord's Supper PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 25, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the profound significance of communion, urging believers to deeply understand and remember Christ's sacrifice in a practical, unceasing manner.

Good morning, dear family of faith. It's a joy to gather with you, to come together as brothers and sisters united in the love of our Savior. It's a beautiful day, isn't it? A day filled with promise and potential, a day we've been blessed with to live, to love, and to learn more about the God who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:22-32

Topics: Communion