Sermons on Worldly People:

All Things To All People

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 2, 2006

It is easier to be all things to all people by turning to God for help and strength in a solitary place of prayer. It’s all about attitude.

All Things To All People – Mark 1: 29 - 39 Intro: In 1975 when I assumed my duties as the Pastor of a church in Indiana, I was delighted to see brand new Bibles placed in each pew. When I opened one to see what version it was, I was dumbfounded by what I saw. In large, red letters these words ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why People Follow Jesus

Contributed by George Rennau on Jul 1, 2005

Why are you a follower of JESUS? Is it because of His claims and promises. Is it because of His signs and wonders. Or is it because He is the only source to fill the need of your life.

Title: Why People Follow Jesus Text: John 6:35, 47-54, 60-69 Introduction: 1. Some because they like what he said Luke 6:20-23 "Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be satisfied. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-69

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reaching People For Jesus Strategy

Contributed by George Crumbly on Aug 10, 2005

Getting all of the church involved in God’s work

REACHING PEOPLE FOR JESUS STRATEGY by George E. Crumbly MATTHEW 28: 18-20 Reaching People for Jesus Strategy April 17, 2005 AM Sheridan, Arkansas George E. Crumbly MATTHEW 28 INTRO: I am so glad that I went to the REACH Conference Tuesday at Little Rock First Church. It gave me a “SECOND” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

3 People Present Today

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 14, 2005

Here is a Sermon for Everyone Some sermons to convert the lost Some sermons to feed or correct believers This one’s for you

Three People Present Today 1 Corinthians 2:14-3:4 I. Introduction A. Here Is a Sermon for Everyone 1. Some sermons to convert the lost 2. Some sermons to feed or correct believers 3. This one’s for you B. Three Kinds of People 1. The natural man (v. 14) 2. The spiritual man (v. 15) 2. The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Important People In The Church

Contributed by David Bubb on Apr 4, 2005

This sermon deals with the importance of people praying for the pastor and the church. It was adapted from John Maxwell’s book Partners In Prayer.

Tonight If I were to ask you who do you think the most valuable people in this church are, I’m sure we would have a vary of answers. Some would say, the givers. Those who sacrifice and give financially so the work of God continues to go forward. And I thank God for everyone who gives so faithfully ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Holiness

God Uses Imperfect People

Contributed by James Buchanan on Jun 19, 2004

From the book of Judges, we see the story of Ehud and how God uses imperfect people (like you and I) to accomplish his purposes.

Now, this is not a true story—mind you, but an apocryphal writing in which the pope in medieval times was persuaded by some of his more conservative advisors to endure no longer the presence of Jews in the very heart and core of world Christianity. The Jews of Rome were evicted from their homes by ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:12-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Loving People With God's Heart Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 20, 2004

A message that challenges us to Love People as Christ has loved us, with His heart, with forgiveness.

Loving People With God’s Heart Pastor Glenn Newton Feb. 9, 2003 COL 3:12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Deal With Difficult People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 22, 2004

The more we identify with Christ and His ministries the more we will share in His empowerment, purposes, and processes.

How to Deal With Difficult People Romans 12:18-12:21 Many people struggle to overcome the temptation to take vengeance into their own hands. However, Paul once wrote, "As far as it is possible, be at peace with all men. Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:18-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Can Change People Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 19, 2004

Third in a series on popular illusions. We think we can change others, but shaming them will not work. Nor will forcing them. Only a spiritual-relationship crisis will do so. Help them see how sin injures Christ and they will change.

There have always been folks who have thought they could change the world, people who were unwilling to leave things as they are, who want to make a difference, who want to get things done. They want to change the world. The trouble is, they usually run up against harsh human reality. Eighty or so ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

People Do Go To Hell

Contributed by Charlie Ellison on Dec 1, 2005

People are on their way to Hell, and we need to help them change their eternal Home

It’s Not God’s Will for Anyone to go to Hell! • Do you believe in Life after Death? • Where does the person go at death? • Is it God’s Divine will for anyone to go to Hell. • II Pet 3:9 “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9

Denomination: Baptist

Good News For 'forgotten' People

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 12, 2005

This is a very short homily given at a residential care home for the elderly some of whom feel forgotten and many of whom are lonely. Jesus is good news for ALL people!

[This is a very short homily given at a residential care home for the elderly, some of whom feel forgotten and many of whom are lonely.] Luke 2:8 to 20 (Luke 2:9) An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. I am guessing that some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Anglican

Remembering People (Memorial Day)

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 25, 2002

Memorial Day is about remembering people.

REMEMBERING PEOPLE (Memorial Day) Phil. 2:3-4 INTRO.- ILL.- There’s a story about a city fellow who was visiting relatives on a farm and the farmer gave a whistle and his dog herded the cattle into the corral, then latched the gate with her paw. "Wow, that’s some dog. What’s her name?" The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When People Meet Jesus

Contributed by Robert Blair on May 31, 2002

Have you ever been caught doing something? What Jesus did…What Jesus wants to do for us…Making it personal…

What Jesus did… John 8:1 Jesus returned to the Mount of Olives, 2 but early the next morning he was back again at the Temple. A crowd soon gathered, and he sat down and taught them. 3 As he was speaking, the teachers of religious law and Pharisees brought a woman they had caught in the act of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Romans 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

Testing The Faith Of God's People Series

Contributed by Robert Robb on Jun 10, 2001

Facing the possibility of entering into Cannan God’s people face a test of their faith.

Studies in Joshua Study 5 – Chapter 3 Introduction Last week in our study of the book of Joshua our attention was drawn to and we considered in some detail the faith of an individual, that individual being Rahab, the prostitute from Jericho. This evening as we come to consider chapter 3 we are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Two Kinds Of People In This World

Contributed by Larry Wise on Jun 13, 2001

This Psalm contrasts the wicked man and the righteous man.

Only Two Types Of People In This World Psalm 112 There is the story of a rich industrialist who was disturbed to find a fisherman sitting lazily beside his boat. "Why aren’t you out there fishing?" he asked. "Because I’ve caught enough fish for today," said the fisherman. "Why don’t you catch ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational