Sermons on Your Calling:

Paul, The Emotional Case Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 10, 2012

Neither Paul nor we are meant to be Mr. Spock from Star Trek; Paul was comfortable with emotion, but -- even when he was emotionally intense -- he kept his eyes on Jesus and sought to follow God’s will, not his own.

Paul, the Emotional Case (2 Corinthians 7:2-16) 1. I love this old Jewish joke: During a service at an old synagogue in Eastern Europe, when the Shema prayer was said, half the congregants stood up and half remained sitting. The half that was seated started yelling at those standing to sit down, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:2-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Looking Down The Path Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 7, 2013

Each decision we make in life is not a discrete unit. It is connected in a long chain of decisions that leads in a trajectory either towards the character of the Lord or away from it. This part of Psalm 119 helps us set the right course in life.

105 – 112 Verse 105 is one of the coolest verses in the Bible. It really speaks to the working of God’s Word in our lives. A “lamp to my feet” suggests providing guidance in the near-term, the everyday sorts of decisions in life: how do I answer, how should I react, what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-144

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

There Is Destructive Power In Strife

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2014

Strife, friction, bitterness can thrive and limit the growth and plan of God. Unity must be our goal.

THE STRONGMAN OF STRIFE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Proverbs 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. 21 As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife. I. DO WE REALY ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Excuses

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 3, 2014

God doesn’t want us to obey Him just because we’re afraid of punishment. He longs for loving obedience that comes from our hearts.

Opening illustration: A Colorado Springs woman sits in her car in front of an elementary school every weekday afternoon and points a hair dryer out her window at passing vehicles. Many drivers mistake the hand-held dryer for a radar gun and slow down. Mission accomplished! The speed limit is posted ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:23-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First Six Seals, Part 1

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 13, 2014

As the Tribulation begins, words can barely describe the times that are ahead of the inhabitants of Earth. Christians today ought to live and act with urgency to tell others about Jesus, and this chapter begins to show us why!

The First Six Seals, Part 1 Revelation, Part 6, Revelation 6:1-6 Introduction - Today we begin to look at a time so horrific … words barely describe it -- There’s an urgency to tell others about Jesus; because this is prophecy - I want to remind you that after Chap. 3 the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sixth Trumpet

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 6, 2014

The sixth trumpet sounds signifying God's continued judgment on mankind. However, even in the face of this judgment, humanity continues to rebel and will not repent from its sins which are still as rampant today as they were in the first century.

The Sixth Trumpet Revelation, Part 11, Revelation 9:11-21 Introduction - After the fifth angels sounds John sees a star fallen from heaven to earth -- The meaning here is one of descent to accomplish the task assigned -- This is not a fallen angel (or fallen in position) - The angel ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Keys To Making Disciples Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 13, 2014

Making Disciples; Making a Difference Three Keys to Making Disciples, part 4

Making Disciples; Making a Difference Three Keys to Making Disciples, part 4 Acts 2:42-47 To have a successful road trip you need a driver, a vehicle to move you, and a map to show you your destination. Unless you have all three you cannot make a rad trip, you will not get anywhere. The same is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learning To Walk With God Day By Day Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 27, 2013

We will examine Paul’s travels from Ephesus to Miletus and derive three essential ingredients as to how we can walk with God day by day, over the long haul.

Learning to Walk With God Day by Day Acts 20:1-16 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. How many of you have had times of discouragement and disappointment in your Christian walk? Sometimes it is not easy to “keep on keepin’ on,” is it? 2. The apostle Paul had spent over two ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-16

Denomination: Bible Church

Because He Is I Am

Contributed by Tammy Hardwick on Feb 1, 2014

With the day to day, the endless list of things that need to be done, the never ending mountains and valleys Christians all too often get lost in the lies of the world and need a gentle reminder of who they are - A Child of GOD!

(Before I began the message I gave each member a 3x5 index card and asked each person to do the following: With 1 to 5 words describe yourself when you are done pass the card to someone else *it is a little more fun if you are not related ask them to use 1 to 5 words to tell you who they think ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Vineyard

The Body And The Blood

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 30, 2011

A message incorporating the observance of the Lord’s Supper in the message as we consider the elements of bread and wine and the miraculous, marvelous, spiritual grace they represent.

The Body and the Blood 1 Corinthians 10:16 "The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ?” In observing the Lord’s Supper, we consider the two elements of bread and wine. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16

Denomination: Baptist

"The Rich Little Man"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 10, 2010

In Luke 19:1-10 Jesus’ willingness to be present to Zacchaeus ends up being an act of evangelism. His encounter with his Savior changes his life. Is there ever anyone beyond the reach of God’s grace. The answer is "No!"

Luke 19:1-10 “The Rich Little Man” By: Ken Sauer, pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Poor Zacchaeus! He wants to see Jesus but he can’t. He’s a small man, and he can’t see through the crowd. So, he climbs a tree. Poor Zacchaeus!... …or is he? Luke tells us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Gentleness - Fruit Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 14, 2012

This message is one of the fruits of the Spirit. A fruit that all believers should manifest in their lives.

GENTLENESS – FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT Galatians 5:22 In this message I would like to talk about one of the fruit of the Spirit. I would like to ask you this question. Do you know any VDPs. “Very Draining People?” They’re the kind who says things that set you on edge, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: *other

Plain To See Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2019

We cannot be excused from responding to the light we all have. This includes the obvious realization that there is a might Creator.

Plain to See (Romans 1:19-22) 1. One cold, snowy Minnesota night, I got lost on the way home. The snow was blowing so fast and piling up so high, I couldn't see any street signs. With no map in my car and a dead cell phone, I thought I might be stranded so I pulled over to the side of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Four Great Questions Of Jesus Iii: "what Do You Want Me To Do?" Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 7, 2019

Christians prevent narcissism from rubbing off on themselves by reaffirming and proclaiming Who Jesus Christ Is versus who we mortals are. Ask not: "What more can Christ do for me?" Ask: "What can I do for my Lord?"

FOUR GREAT QUESTIONS OF JESUS III A Series of Devotional Sermons Third Great Question: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:36

Do We Love The Brethren? Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 11, 2019

Do We Love the Brethren? 1John 3.14-20

Introduction: Love In Action October 24, 1996 A sophmore sent a love letter to his girlfriend. It read: “I’d climb the highest mountain, sail the widest ocean, cross the hottest desert just to see you. P.S.—I’ll be over Saturday night if it doesn’t rain.” We chuckle at his fickleness, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:14-20

Denomination: Baptist