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Your leadership impacts lives. Will it inspire faith or bring ruin? Today, we will read the conclusion of Saul's life. If you are ready, let's discover how it ends in 1 Samuel 31:4-6: Then Saul said to his armor-bearer, “Draw your sword, and thrust me through with it, lest these uncircumcised come and thrust me through, and mistreat me.” But his armor-bearer would not, for he feared greatly. Therefore Saul took his own sword and fell upon it. And when his armor-bearer saw that Saul was dead, he also fell upon his sword and died with him. Thus Saul died, and his three sons, and his armor-bearer, and all his men, on the same day together. — 1 Samuel 31:4-6 Saul's tragic end is more than a moment of personal failure—it's a sobering picture of leadership disconnected from God. His story challenges us to evaluate how we lead and reminds us that leadership isn't just about direction; it's about dependence. In a moment of fear and despair, Saul chooses to take his own life rather than face capture by his enemies. His armor-bearer, overcome with grief, does the same. This event not only marks the end of Saul's reign but also devastates those under his leadership—his sons, his armor-bearer, and his men all fall with him. Three Leadership Lessons: 1 | Leadership Without God is Unsustainable Saul's downfall didn't begin on the battlefield. It began in his heart. By ignoring God's commands and chasing his own ambitions, he severed the source of his strength. Leadership apart from God will always falter under pressure. Whether we lead our families, our teams, or our communities, we must anchor ourselves in God's wisdom, not our own. 2 | Leadership Always Impacts Others Saul's choices weren't isolated. They led to the death of his sons, his armor-bearer, and his men. As leaders, our decisions ripple through the lives of those we influence. Whether at home or work, we must ask ourselves: Are we leading people closer to God or farther away? 3 | Leadership Requires Leaning on God Saul's fear overcame him because he relied on his own strength. Godly leadership doesn't come from having all the answers but from leaning on the leadership of God. When we follow faithfully, we can lead courageously which inspires others to do the same. How will you lead? Will you try to lead on your own strength, as Saul did, only to collapse under the weight of your burdens? Or will you choose a better path—a path of surrender, trust, and courage found in God? The world needs godly leaders. Your family, your friends, your workplace, and your community need men and women who will step up, stand firm, and point others to Christ. It doesn't require perfection, only faithfulness. Saul's story may have ended in tragedy, but your story doesn't have to. Today ask God to guide you in every decision, to strengthen you in every trial, and to help you lead others closer to Him. Leadership starts with faith and grows through daily dependence on God. Be the leader who inspires, encourages, and uplifts—because you follow the ultimate Leader, Jesus Christ. #LeadWithFaith #GodlyLeadership #FaithfulInfluence Ask This: List three areas where you influence others. How do you need to pray over each one? Do This: Be a godly influence and leader. Pray This: Lord, I am ready to lead as You call me to lead. Help me depend on You in every decision and to guide others in a way that reflects Your truth and grace. Teach me to lead courageously and faithfully, always pointing others to You. Amen. Play This: Lead Me.
Today's message consider the Gospel Invitation that is issued to all - our texts are Psalm 66 and Romans 1:16-17
We're back with another episode of our new series, "Offstage": A sneak peek into the lives, ministries, and passions of our EDM '25 keynote speakers. In today's episode, Paul Worcester shares invaluable insights on evangelism and the power of gospel-led movements on college campuses. Paul Worcester serves as the national collegiate director for the North American Mission Board, where he focuses on encouraging, inspiring, and equipping leaders for 900-plus college ministries. He also leads an interdenominational coaching network for collegiate leaders called Campus Multiplication Network, which has provided coaching for over 300 leaders from 15 countries. He's the author of Tips for Starting a College Ministry, Do More with Less Time, and The Fuel and the Flame: Igniting Your College Campus for Jesus Christ with Steve Shadrach. You can follow him on Instagram and see more resources on his website. If you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders and glean practical insights to elevate your ministry, be sure to join us for the EDM '25 conference. Register at https://www.viastudents.org/en/students/events/edm25 SHOW NOTES: Giving a Gospel Invitation with Integrity: https://www.namb.net/podcasts/gensendpod/giving-a-gospel-invitation-with-integrity/
In this episode, guest speaker Andy Kampman from Launch Global shows us the Global Gospel invitation shown in the Gospel through Acts 1. Will you take it?
The thimble-sized passage of Acts 13:38–39 holds an ocean of gospel truth. This passage announces what the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus have made possible, while also promising salvation to all who believe upon Christ. Our brief sermon will be organized under two main headings, examining each verse individually: 1. A Glorious Proclamation, 2. A Gospel Invitation.
"Where have the gospel invitations gone?" On Wednesday's Chris Fabry Live, hear a "Best of" broadcast about gospel invitations. For various reasons, some churches and leaders have chosen not to publicly call for unbelievers to put their faith in Christ. Does that public call still matter? Instead of a guest answering that question, listeners responded to it and described the Gospel invitation they responded to. Don't miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of The GenSend Podcast, Shane Pruitt and Paul Worcester, along with Lacey Villasenor, discuss effective ways to engage with and mobilize the next generation in Christian ministry. They cover various topics, including the importance of giving a gospel invitation with integrity, the role of follow-up in ministry and how to create a compelling and clear message. The episode is filled with practical advice to empower leaders to reach out and disciple young people in their faith journeys. Also, in this episode: How to prepare your invitation Giving other invitations (call to ministry, etc.) How to follow up well How often to give invitations Helpful Resources: Youth Leader Coaching Network Life Essentials: New Believers Guide for Students How to share Jesus using gospel appointments Shareable Quotes: “I think what we’ve defaulted to in the past is preparing our messages really well and just winging the invitation. And we don’t want to wing the invitation.” – Shane Pruitt “There's an urgency to what we're doing. There's no such thing as just another sermon. If you're talking to souls, eternal souls, there's no such thing as just another message that I'm giving to the youth. Like this is life or death. And so, the gospel is the power of God for salvation.” – Paul Worcester “I think our goal is always the glory of the Lord and clarity because God is not a God of confusion. And yes, God can work in spite of us. Listen, God can speak through a donkey, so we all have hope.” – Shane Pruitt Find more resources to lead the next generation on mission at GenSend.org. Subscribe to “The GenSend Podcast” on your favorite podcast platform!
A new MP3 sermon from Heritage Reformed Congregation is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Making Light of Christ and His Gospel Invitation Speaker: Dr. Joel Beeke Broadcaster: Heritage Reformed Congregation Event: Sunday - AM Date: 12/31/2023 Bible: Matthew 22:5 Length: 61 min.
(1) What does it mean?; (2) Why is it sinful?; (3) What are its consequences?
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The birth of Jesus is good news of great joy for all people.Main Points:1. The Gospel Orchestration (v. 1-7)2. The Gospel Invitation (v. 8-15)3. The Gospel Proclamation (v. 16-21)
Faith is always a public decision. Matt Queen Author of "The Gospel Invitation" uses Scripture to exhibit public displays of inviting people to receive Christ. Matt expounds upon why Christians in the modern world should be doing the same, why repentance is distinct for and to everyone, and the different approaches to bringing followers to Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally aired on October 9, 2023
Faith is always a public decision. Matt Queen Author of "The Gospel Invitation" uses scripture to exhibit public displays of inviting people to receive Christ. Matt expounds upon why Christians in the modern world should be doing the same, why repentance is distinct for and to everyone, and the different approaches to bringing followers to Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
In May, we asked, "Where have the gospel invitations gone?" For various reasons, some churches and leaders have chosen not to publicly call for unbelievers to put their faith in Christ. Does that public call still matter? Instead of a guest answering that question, we asked you to describe the Gospel invitation you responded to. Hear a "Best of" broadcast on the next Chris Fabry Live. Care NetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
222: Pastor Plek is joined by Dr. Matt Queen for a special podcast episode on Evangelism. Dr. Queen is a professor of Evangelism at Southwestern Seminary and just published his first book, The Gospel Invitation: Why Publicly Inviting People to Receive Christ Still Matters.Want to submit a question? Call or text 737-231-0605!Faith, Culture, and all things in between.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/givingSupport the show
Should every sermon have an altar call? Not exactly, but every sermon should have a strong application rooted in the text. That's what O.S. Hawkins and Matt Queen argue in The Gospel Invitation. They lay out the biblical background and practical tips for extending gospel invitations in preaching.
Where have the gospel invitations gone? Do you remember when your pastor said, "With every head bowed, every eye closed, no one looking around…"? For various reasons, some churches and leaders have chosen not to publicly call for unbelievers to put their faith in Christ. Does that public call still matter? Don’t miss the conversation on Chris Fabry Live.
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Dr. Queen joins Greg to discuss the ideas of his new book The Gospel Invitation. Are they biblical and still relevant. Good discussion!
A new MP3 sermon from Ballymena Free Presbyterian Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Christ's Gospel Invitation Speaker: Rev. John Greer Broadcaster: Ballymena Free Presbyterian Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 4/30/2023 Bible: Matthew 11:20-30 Length: 50 min.
Matt Queen, who serves as L.R. Scarborough Chair of Evangelism ("Chair of Fire") and Professor of Evangelism at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX and is Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Administration, discussed the book, co-written with O.S. Hawkins, called, The Gospel Invitation: Why Publicly Inviting People to Receive Christ Still Matters. You can find out more through thegospelinvitation.com. You can find him on social media as @DrMattQueen.
Matt Queen, who serves as L.R. Scarborough Chair of Evangelism ("Chair of Fire") and Professor of Evangelism at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, TX and is Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Administration, discussed the book, co-written with O.S. Hawkins, called, The Gospel Invitation: Why Publicly Inviting People to Receive Christ Still Matters. You can find out more through thegospelinvitation.com. You can find him on social media as @DrMattQueen.
Today's program: ITW Season 5 Ep# 841: Acts 2:36-41 - Peter Offers The First Gospel Invitation On Pentecost AD 33. Join us today at www.IntoTheWord2020.com or via your favorite podcast platform. Distributed by www.ReSermon.com.
Dr. Matt Queen joins the program to talk about his new book "The Gospel Invitation." Copyright WGNR Radio 2023See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The extent of the gospel invitation--1. preparation-2. invitation-3. rejection-4. expansion to Israel-5. expansion in the world-6. inclusion and exclusion
Uploaded for the Families of Jim and Janis Woolbright. Eulogy - Jim Woolbright; Message - Kevin Davis. For the Slideshow for Janis - https://youtu.be/7AKAjEhdU0o
Mystery of the Messiah Ignorant Misunderstanding Is this the Christ? It can't be the Christ! Intimate Knowledge He's a man He comes from Heaven He knows God Living Water Indication of His Future His resurrection and ascension Spread of the Gospel Invitation to Life Identifies the need Offers the solution…
Mystery of the Messiah Ignorant Misunderstanding Is this the Christ? It can't be the Christ! Intimate Knowledge He's a man He comes from Heaven He knows God Living Water Indication of His Future His resurrection and ascension Spread of the Gospel Invitation to Life Identifies the need Offers the solution…
The Gospel invites us to Jesus
Shane Claiborne, of Red Letter Christians, just spent a few days participating in the “We the People Ride” along the southern border, a story-telling effort to meet the people who live, serve and work along the border. and those who have the best way forward for our immigration and border practices. He joins Kent and Jamie in this episode to describe what he realized there: that hope abounds, especially in places we might be inclined to think are the most hopeless. Listen for more on scarcity mindset, making a choice between love and fear, and how people can take action—at the policy level—on the border crisis. RESOURCES: We the People Ride website Val Verde Border Humanitarian Coalition "On Being a Good Neighbor", sermon draft by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This episode produced by Laura Finch Theme Song “Turning Over Tables” by The Brilliance Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Stitcher | RSS Follow us on Twitter: @kentannan | @drjamieaten | @laura_e_finch | @ShaneClaiborne (Note to the listener: In this podcast, sometimes we'll have evangelicals, sometimes we won't. We thinking learning how to do good better involves listening to lots of perspectives, with different insights and understanding with us. Sometimes it will make us uncomfortable, sometimes we'll agree, sometimes we won't. We think that's good. We want to listen for correction. Especially in our blind spots.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We all like to receive an invitation. In the Gospel, God is sending you an invitation and He is asking you to come to Him. The Bible tells us that our sins have separated us from the presence of God but there is hope available in the person of the Lord Jesus Christ. Over 2000 years ago, the scriptures tell us that Jesus came into the world to save sinners. The post The Gospel Invitation appeared first on Preachers Corner.
Grasping Grace makes us Zealous for Godliness . . . I. By Grace we Have Been Saved, and the World is Offered Salvation! (11) II. By Grace we Hate Sin and Pursue Righteousnessas we Actively Wait for the Return of Jesus! (12-13) III. By Grace we are Redeemed and Purified to be the People Treasured by Jesus! (14-15) Practical Implications o Have you Received the Gospel Invitation? o Do you hate and fight your sin? How? o Do you pursue positive godliness? How?
1. Jesus' Invitation-2. Jesus' Promise
1. Jesus' Invitation-2. Jesus' Promise
Has COVID killed the altar call? What's the difference between an altar call and a gospel invitation, and how do you make them effective? Shane Pruitt, National Next Gen Evangelism Director for the North American Mission Board, joins Noah Oldham and Heiden Ratner for the first of a two-part conversation on evangelism. To find out more about church planting with Send Network, text “Send Network” to 888-123 (Msg&Data rates may apply), or visit us online at SendNetwork.com.
Has COVID killed the altar call? What’s the difference between an altar call and a gospel invitation, and how do you make them effective? Shane Pruitt, National Next Gen Evangelism Director for the North American Mission Board, joins Noah Oldham and Heiden Ratner for the first of a two-part conversation on evangelism. To find out more about church planting with Send Network, text “Send Network” to 888-123, or visit us online at SendNetwork.com.
1. The Invitation Issued-2. The Excuses Eliminated
A new MP3 sermon from Bethany Free Presbyterian Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: A Gospel invitation to a skeptical sinner Speaker: Rev. Darryl Abernethy Broadcaster: Bethany Free Presbyterian Church Event: Sunday - PM Date: 11/8/2020 Bible: John 1:43-51 Length: 35 min.
Galatians 1:1-5 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised Him from the dead— 2 and all the brothers who are with me, to the churches of Galatia: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave Himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father,5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. In his commentary on Paul’s letter to the Galatians, Martin Luther has this to say of verse three: “These two words, grace and peace, comprehend in them whatsoever belongeth to Christianity.” This morning, we’ll be reading and singing quite a bit about grace and peace. The Gospel Invitation from 2 Corinthians declares, “You know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.” We respond with the familiar O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing, praising God for the “triumphs of His grace.” As we sing Psalm 98 and Psalm 40, we remember that the Lord deals with His people in “grace and truth,” and we promise to “spread His works of grace abroad.” After we confess our sins, we again turn to the psalms (Psalm 85; God Be Merciful To Me—Psalm 51) for reassurance that the Lord will blot out our sins “in boundless grace.” The service closes with a beloved hymn by John Newton, which reminds us that “t’was grace that brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.” Because of this Amazing Grace, we can truly have a “life of joy and peace.” Only by the grace of Christ’s redeeming blood can we sing the “songs of peaceful Zion” (Alleluia! Sing To Jesus). As Robert Lowry puts it in Nothing But The Blood Of Jesus, “this is all our hope and peace.” —Henry C. Haffner Key Words: Raised, Churches, Grace, Peace, Deliver, Will, Glory Forever Keystone Verse: Grace to you and peace. (Galatians 1:3)
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow… This morning’s Gospel Invitation from John 3 makes it very clear—because God loves, He gives. We serve a generous Lord who promises blessing even in a world where the days of darkness are many and when all is vanity under the sun (Ecclesiastes 11:8). This is the same God who, in Psalm 112, promises the righteous man that his generations will abound in blessings, and that “abundant wealth within his house will ever be in store.” In Psalm 23, the psalmist declares that his shepherd has supplied all his needs and that his “cup with blessings overflows.” In light of this fountain of blessing and never ceasing mercy, how shall we respond? We turn again to the psalter, where we find in Psalm 100, “Declare the glory He deserves, give blessings to His name.” Our lips are filled with songs of thanksgiving, and this gratitude enables us to be generous to those around us. Isaac Watts, in Alas! And Did My Savior Bleed, puts it memorably: “drops of grief can ne’er repay the debt of love I owe; Here, Lord, I give myself away, ‘tis all that I can do.” —Henry C. Haffner Key Words: Cast, Give, Spirit, Rejoice, Remember, Light, Darkness Keystone Verse: In the morning sow your seed, and at evening withhold not your hand, for you do not know which will prosper, this or that, or whether both alike will be good. (Ecclesiastes 11:6) Bulletin Ecclesiastes 11:1-10 Cast your bread upon the waters, for you will find it after many days. 2 Give a portion to seven, or even to eight, for you know not what disaster may happen on earth. 3 If the clouds are full of rain, they empty themselves on the earth, and if a tree falls to the south or to the north, in the place where the tree falls, there it will lie. 4 He who observes the wind will not sow, and he who regards the clouds will not reap. 5 As you do not know the way the spirit comes to the bones in the womb of a woman with child, so you do not know the work of God who makes everything. 6 In the morning sow your seed, and at evening withhold not your hand, for you do not know which will prosper, this or that, or whether both alike will be good. 7 Light is sweet, and it is pleasant for the eyes to see the sun. 8 So if a person lives many years, let him rejoice in them all; but let him remember that the days of darkness will be many. All that comes is vanity. 9 Rejoice, O young man, in your youth, and let your heart cheer you in the days of your youth. Walk in the ways of your heart and the sight of your eyes. But know that for all these things God will bring you into judgment. 10 Remove vexation from your heart, and put away pain from your body, for youth and the dawn of life are vanity.
Romans 14:7-9 7 For none of us lives to himself, and none of us dies to himself. 8 For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's. 9 For to this end Christ died and lived again, that He might be Lord both of the dead and of the living. The theme of this morning’s service can be found in the very first verses we hear from the Gospel Invitation: “we are His people and the sheep of His pasture” (Psalm 100:3). We’ll sing from Psalm 23 that Jehovah is our shepherd and that His house will be our home (My Shepherd Will Supply My Need—Psalm 23), while Psalm 1 reminds us that Christ will preserve and bless His flock (Blessed Are All They—Psalm 1). The final verse of Not What My Hands Have Done confesses, “I live because He lives,” right along with Paul in Romans 14 (“whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's”). This truth enables us to identify with the description of the righteous man in Psalm 112: “he shall not be afraid … his confidence upon the Lord is stayed” (Alleluia! How Blest The Man—Psalm 112). Given all this, we end the service with the words of yet another psalm: “Unto Him, your God, O Zion, joyful hallelujahs sing!” —Henry C. Haffner Key Words: None, Lives, Dies, Himself, End, Lord Keystone Verse: Whether we live or die, we are the Lord’s. (Romans 14:8)
The invitation is the most important part of a worship experience. Pastor Clay Hallmark shares how he leads out in an invitation.
Sermon preached on Sun, 05 Jan 2020
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Date: Wed PM 7th November 2018 Preacher: Rev. William McCrea Bible Reference: Isaiah 55v6-7 Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near: 7 Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the Lord, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.
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Sermon Text: Romans 10:11-15
How to present the Gospel invitation to children, and some of the pitfalls to avoid. The post #40 Sunday School Teacher Training Part 4: Giving the Gospel Invitation to Children [Podcast] appeared first on ReachKeep.com.