Lukewarm
In the Bible, the term "lukewarm" is most famously found in Revelation 3:15-16, where Jesus addresses the church in Laodicea. He states, "I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth." In this context, lukewarmness is a metaphor for spiritual complacency and indifference. The Laodicean church was criticized for being self-sufficient and comfortable, lacking the fervor and passion that should characterize a true relationship with Christ.The imagery of being "hot" or "cold" suggests extremes in spiritual zeal—hot representing fervent faith and cold indicating a complete rejection of faith. Lukewarmness, therefore, represents a state of ambivalence or apathy towards spiritual matters, which is deemed unacceptable in the eyes of Christ. This passage serves as a warning against a tepid faith that neither fully embraces nor outright rejects the gospel, urging believers to pursue a passionate and committed relationship with God (Matthew 22:37).
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Lukewarm No More - Part 13
By George Verwer96009:53DEU 28:64NEH 1:3PSA 119:176MAT 6:33EPH 5:221JN 1:9In this sermon, the speaker discusses the life of an evangelist named Roy Hesham who was transformed by the East African revival in the 50s and 60s. The revival emphasized personal repentance and a deep walk with Jesus. The speaker then focuses on Nehemiah's prayer in response to the distress of the remnant in Jerusalem. Nehemiah immediately goes to prayer, confessing the sins of the people and seeking God's help. The speaker also shares his own experience of practicing confession and brokenness in his marriage, emphasizing the importance of humility and surrender to Jesus.
Lukewarm No More - Part 6
By George Verwer99209:56MAT 7:21MAT 16:24JHN 14:61CO 9:27EPH 4:26JAS 1:221JN 1:8In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a business meeting he attended where the topic of rejection was discussed. The message on rejection resonated with many people, as evidenced by the high distribution of the tape recording of the sermon. The speaker acknowledges his own weaknesses and limitations, as well as the time constraints we all face. He emphasizes the importance of living a faithful and committed life, using his own 35-year marriage as an example. The speaker also highlights the reality of spiritual warfare and the need to actively engage in the Christian walk, rather than living a double life. He challenges listeners to examine their own level of passion and commitment to Jesus, and emphasizes the importance of a deep relationship with Him. The sermon also touches on the topic of missions and the need for a greater walk with Jesus in order to effectively engage in spreading the Gospel.
You Don't Have to Be Lukewarm
By Luauna Stines52750:30MAT 11:1HEB 12:1REV 2:8In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being rooted in faith and building a strong character through daily prayer, reading, and saying no to sin. He encourages listeners to persevere in their faith, even when they feel empty or discouraged, because there is a crown and a harvest awaiting them. The preacher draws examples from biblical stories such as Noah's Ark, Jonah, and Gideon to illustrate the power of a few faithful individuals to make a significant impact. He urges believers to be warriors in God's kingdom and stand strong against the spirit of the age. The sermon concludes with a personal testimony of the preacher's own salvation experience and the transformative power of a stranger's intervention in his life.
Lukewarm No More - Part 18
By George Verwer95209:28NUM 13:27NUM 13:30NUM 14:8LUK 14:33ACT 13:2In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Caleb and Joshua from the Bible. He highlights the different perspectives and vocabularies of these two men. Caleb emphasizes the importance of delighting in the Lord and trusting in His initiative, while Joshua acknowledges the problem and the need for action. The speaker also addresses the challenges faced in evangelizing the world and encourages the audience to overcome their own obstacles and exercise faith.
Lukewarm No More - Part 7
By George Verwer1.0K09:39GEN 1:1MAT 6:33MAT 22:37JHN 10:10ROM 3:23HEB 12:29REV 3:15In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the power and grace of God to transform even the most broken and messed up individuals. He encourages the listeners to believe that nothing is too hard for God and that their hearts and hurts are not too difficult for Him to heal. The speaker also highlights the importance of giving and serving others, particularly in the context of missions. He shares a personal anecdote about experiencing overwhelming hospitality and reminds the audience that it is more blessed to give than to receive. Finally, the speaker acknowledges the challenges and disappointments that come with serving God, but emphasizes the need for encouragement and support within the church community.
Lukewarm No More - Part 1
By George Verwer1.2K09:41MAT 28:19ACT 13:2ACT 13:47In this sermon, the speaker shares a vision that he received from God while on a flight from Cordova to Buenos Aires. He describes it as a historic and scary experience, as he hadn't had such a vision in a long time. The vision is related to the need for breakthrough concepts in missionary work, especially since the number of career missionaries in the United States is dropping. The speaker expresses some fear and uncertainty about the vision, but it has been shared with others who believe it is from God and is now being spread worldwide through various means.
Lukewarm No More - Part 5
By George Verwer91607:55GAL 5:17REV 3:15In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of lukewarmness among believers and emphasizes the importance of being passionate and committed to Jesus. He highlights the motivation of Jesus, who was moved with compassion and actively engaged with people. The speaker suggests that the greatest problems in the world are actually within the church, specifically the problem of lukewarmness. He argues that if believers were filled with the Spirit and fully surrendered to God, it would have a powerful impact on society. The speaker concludes by stating that the first priority for God is the condition of our hearts.
Lukewarm No More - Part 8
By George Verwer96610:23MAT 6:33ACT 16:6ROM 10:15In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing the Book of Acts and encourages the audience to study it as part of their missions conference. He emphasizes the importance of prayer, missions, and evangelism as highlighted in the book. The speaker also mentions the offer of a free book to the audience, urging them to take advantage of the opportunity. Additionally, he briefly mentions his upcoming speaking engagement in Phoenix and the potential impact it may have on young people considering missions work.
Lukewarm No More - Part 2
By George Verwer1.0K09:54MAT 28:19MRK 16:15ACT 13:2In the video, the speaker discusses a vision called Acts 13 Breakthrough 2000, which involves churches participating in missionary work. The speaker mentions that 25,000 churches in the United States are needed to support the goal of having 200,000 new missionaries. The speaker shares that during a meeting, 80% of the attendees made a missionary commitment. The speaker also talks about their personal struggles with unbelief and cynicism, but emphasizes the importance of proclaiming the word of God.
Lukewarm No More - Part 20
By George Verwer59409:00NUM 13:30JOS 1:9PSA 37:4MAT 28:19ACT 1:8EPH 6:121JN 4:4In this sermon, the speaker encourages the audience to have a proactive mindset and not get too focused on problems. They emphasize the importance of having a missionary vision and doing big things for mission. The speaker mentions the need for unity among churches and mission agencies to reach the unreached people and the 1040 window. They also highlight the lack of progress in mission work in Vancouver despite having a mission fest, and suggest that Houston should have a similar event. The sermon concludes by acknowledging the existence of enemies and challenges, but urging the audience to dream and pray for a breakthrough in mission work.
Lukewarm No More - Part 14
By George Verwer98109:34MAT 6:33JHN 3:161JN 3:16In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of not approaching the Bible like a cafeteria, picking and choosing what to believe. He emphasizes the need for compassion and love towards others, especially those in need. The speaker also highlights the example of Nehemiah, who had a comfortable life but was moved by a vision to help others. The sermon touches on the suffering in Angola and the importance of understanding history and its impact on people's lives.
Lukewarm No More - Part 17
By George Verwer1.0K09:26MAT 6:192CO 8:9In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of commitment and sacrifice in the service of God. He highlights the role of factories and the women working in them during World War II, stating that their dedication and overtime helped stop Hitler from taking over the world. The speaker then connects this historical example to the biblical concept of believers being soldiers of Jesus Christ and wearing the armor of God. He challenges the audience to set goals for prayer, evangelism, global vision, steps of faith, and giving in the year 1995. Specifically, he encourages young people to consider dedicating two years to overseas service, either with his organization or another recommended by their church missions group. The speaker also discusses the relevance of the paraphrase version of the Bible called "The Message" and how it has helped him understand the clear teachings of the Word of God, particularly regarding money and giving. He concludes by emphasizing the significance of giving to the kingdom of God and warns against becoming proud or putting others down in the process.
Lukewarm No More - Part 11
By George Verwer1.0K09:43MAT 28:19JAS 1:22In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of giving financially to support the work of God. He shares a quote from Billy Graham, stating that giving money is equivalent to giving one's life, as it represents time, talent, education, and hard work. The speaker shares his own experience of giving up his businesses and love of money to serve God, which he describes as a transformative and fulfilling experience. He also highlights the impact of financial giving in supporting various missions and projects around the world, such as buying Bibles in Kazakhstan and providing bicycles and New Testaments in India. The speaker urges the audience to have faith, not be intimidated by doubts or failures, and to actively participate in missionary work and supporting missionaries in countries where the church is not yet established.
Lukewarm No More - Part 9
By George Verwer97308:21MAT 16:24LUK 9:23JHN 3:3JHN 14:6ACT 2:38ACT 16:9ROM 3:23In this sermon, the speaker expresses his deep love for Jesus and how Jesus has been with him for the past 40 years. He shares his experience of speaking to young people and the positive response he receives. The speaker then discusses the Macedonian call and the importance of helping others. He also talks about the struggles of being a new Christian and the need to overcome negativity by making an effort to be positive.
Lukewarm No More - Part 16
By George Verwer95510:09PSA 119:11PRO 16:3MAT 28:19EPH 4:2JAS 1:22In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of setting goals during a missions conference. He encourages the audience to set personal goals in areas such as prayer and increasing their vision. The speaker urges the audience to be doers of the word and not just hearers. He quotes C.T. Stubbs, a missionary, who encourages believers to be grabbers of the impossible rather than nibblers of the possible. The speaker also shares a personal experience of how he was convicted to be more disciplined in his Bible study by writing down daily reflections from the word of God. He concludes by suggesting that a church like theirs could easily raise a million dollars for missions and encourages the audience to have greater aims for the Muslim world.
Lukewarm No More - Part 19
By George Verwer1.0K09:14MAT 6:33LUK 14:26LUK 14:33In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of following God's word and prioritizing it over the philosophy of man. He highlights the example of people in Acts 2 and Acts 4 who sold their possessions to give to others, emphasizing the need to serve God first. The speaker also addresses the fiery darts of impurity and ignorance that Satan uses to hinder world missions. He encourages the audience to educate themselves and take action in spreading the gospel, suggesting the concept of Caleb teams to share about missions. The sermon concludes with a discussion on counting the cost of discipleship and the importance of planning and preparation in fulfilling God's calling.
Lukewarm No More - Part 12
By George Verwer96009:54ACT 2:44JAS 1:22In this video, David shares his experience of joining Operation Mobilization (OM) and how it transformed his life. He attended a conference in Canada where he heard a powerful speaker that changed his perspective. One of the key aspects of his time with OM was the emphasis on prayer, which revolutionized his prayer life. David also highlights the impact of sharing the gospel in different countries and witnessing many people turning to Christ. The video ends with a call for support and involvement in OM's mission.
I Wish That You Were Cold or Hot
By Paul Washer6.3K57:22MAT 6:33JHN 7:38JHN 15:1ROM 2:24HEB 12:6REV 3:14REV 3:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the danger of losing focus on God amidst worldly success and prosperity. He highlights the story of a wealthy city that had become self-sufficient and arrogant, but God saw them as wretched, miserable, poor, blind, and naked. The preacher challenges the common preaching style that focuses on personal introductions and prayers, instead urging the congregation to seek God's glory and help. He quotes Jeremiah 9:23-24, reminding listeners that true boasting should come from understanding and knowing God, who exercises lovingkindness, justice, and righteousness. The sermon concludes with an exhortation to repent, overcome, and open the door for Jesus to come in and dine with believers.
Lukewarm No More - Part 15
By George Verwer94508:01MAT 6:33LUK 14:33PHP 4:19In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of forsaking all for world evangelism. He recounts how he and his companions were given free gas, oil changes, and even a cake by Christians they encountered on their journey. Despite facing challenges and running low on gas multiple times, they continued to trust in God's provision. The speaker emphasizes the importance of finding a balance in truth and not going to extremes, citing the example of a mission agency that values both unity and purity. He also encourages the audience to have higher goals in their spiritual lives and to set goals for Bible study in the coming year.
Lukewarm No More - Part 4
By George Verwer95310:54MAT 24:43REV 3:1REV 3:15In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of repentance in the Christian life. He quotes scripture that urges believers to hold fast and repent, warning that without repentance, there is no way forward in our spiritual journey. The speaker also discusses the message to the church of Laodicea, highlighting the need for personal revival. He then shifts the focus to the role of senders in fulfilling the Great Commission, emphasizing the need for churches and individuals to actively participate in sending missionaries. The sermon concludes with a story of a young man who was inspired to go to Central Asia as a missionary, but instead chose to support missions financially, becoming a hero in the speaker's eyes.
Lukewarm No More - Part 3
By George Verwer98808:51MAT 5:13In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a global vision in our thinking, praying, and giving. He acknowledges that the current trend in America is to focus on domestic issues and problems, but he believes that we should go against this tide and prioritize global missions. The speaker shares his personal vision of mobilizing 200,000 missionaries to spread the gospel worldwide. He addresses common questions and concerns about this vision and highlights the potential impact of the vast number of Christian workers already involved in missions.
Lukewarm No More - Part 10
By George Verwer97207:48MAT 9:37JHN 20:31In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal testimony of how he came to faith in Jesus Christ during his high school years. He organized a meeting at his school where he shared about Jesus, and his own father was among the 125 students who responded to the invitation to believe in Jesus. This event led to the birth of a movement known as Operation Mobilization. The speaker also talks about the need for young people to get involved in missions, particularly on their ships, where various ministries are based. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and shares how prayer has been a significant part of his life since his conversion.