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The sermon explores the parable of the lost coin to illustrate God's active pursuit of sinners and the immense value He places on every soul. It contrasts the spiritual blindness and uselessness of the unconverted state with the hope and purpose found in being sought by Christ.

The Gospel call, when it is answered, leads to a Gospel life. A life lived for the glory of God and a changed life that models a life to be lived out according to the Scriptures.

This sermon analyzes the healing of blind Bartimaeus in Mark 10 to illustrate the spiritual condition of lost humanity. The preacher argues that all people are spiritually blind, polluted by sin, and condemned, necessitating a recognition of their desperate need for salvation. Bartimaeus demonstrates true faith by crying out for mercy despite opposition from the crowd, acknowledging Jesus as the Messiah. The message emphasizes that Jesus calls sinners with compassion and command, urging them to cast aside their old lives and trust solely in His grace. Ultimately, the sermon serves as an urgent invitation for listeners to acknowledge their spiritual poverty and receive immediate salvation through faith in Christ.

This sermon explores Jesus' identity as the Good Shepherd through an examination of John chapter 10 and Psalm 23. The message highlights four key roles of Christ: providing for physical and spiritual needs, offering rest from life's burdens, guiding believers with direction, and protecting them from danger and their own folly. Emphasizing the unwavering relationship between the shepherd and his sheep, the preacher urges listeners to trust in Jesus' leadership rather than relying on worldly security. The tone is pastoral and inviting, concluding with a call for those who do not know Christ to accept him as their personal Savior and Shepherd.

The story is told about a preacher who was asked to preach the funeral for a stranger in the country. He agreed to do so but got lost on the way. As he was driving along a country road, he saw what appeared to be the workmen shoveling the final clods of dirt onto the man's grave. Not knowing what else to do, the preacher stopped his car and walked toward the men. He apologized to the workmen for being late, but kept his promise to preach the funeral, nonetheless. He read the Bible, preached his sermon, and finally prayed. Then, after shaking hands with the workmen, he got into his car and drove away. The workmen watched as the preacher's car disappeared over the top of the hill. Then one said to the other. "I've been to a lot of funerals in my day. But that's the first funeral service I've ever heard preached for the burial of a septic tank." While we can smile about that preacher's mistake, funerals are usually very difficult for the family. The loss of a loved one is often accompanied by lots of tears because of the good memories of the person who has died. We often say that the only good part of a funeral is being able to see friends and relatives whom we haven't seen for a long time. In our passage today, we will see that a close friend of Jesus got sick and eventually died. By the time Jesus and His disciples arrived, the man had been buried for four days. But the family was still grieving the loss. What would Jesus do to comfort the family?

The sermon outlines three primary reasons for fulfilling the Great Commission found in Mark 16:15. First, believers go because it is a direct command from Jesus Christ, the King of Kings, rather than a suggestion. Second, the urgency stems from the spiritual condition of humanity, emphasizing that all people are sinners in need of salvation and cannot be saved without acknowledging their lost state. Third, the imminent return of Christ serves as a motivating factor, with the Holy Spirit currently acting as a restrainer of iniquity through the Church until the rapture occurs. The message contrasts biblical truth with modern trends that deny human sinfulness, urging listeners to preach the gospel to every creature before time runs out.

The sermon exhorts believers to maintain joy and peace through prayer and thanksgiving, regardless of life's hardships. It emphasizes reprogramming one's thoughts to focus on pure and virtuous things rather than negative influences. The speaker shares personal testimonies of salvation and divine provision to illustrate God's steadfast love and faithfulness. Finally, the message calls for active outreach, urging listeners to encourage and support lost or hurting individuals with compassion and practical help.

Matthew 18:11 "For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost."