Sermon Title: “Call Unto Me (Great and Mighty Things Await)”

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Text: Jeremiah 33:1–11 (Key verse: Jeremiah 33:3)

Delivered at Forward for Christ Baptist Church in Luray, VA 22835 (January 4, 2026)

Local Message Highlight
If you are searching for a Bible-preaching church near Luray, VA, this Vision Sunday message opens in Jeremiah 33 with the prophet confined but still hearing clearly from God. The Lord’s call is simple and powerful: “Call unto me.” This sermon sets the direction for the year by reminding the church that prayer is not optional, hope is not uncertain, and God is still able to work mightily when His people seek Him.

What This Sermon Covers
From Jeremiah 33:3, the message unfolds three anchors for the year ahead. First, God’s command to call on Him, even when circumstances feel restrictive. Second, the certainty that God answers prayer according to His will and timing. Third, the commending love of God, shown not just in words but in action through Christ. Along the way, the sermon calls the church to be committed to prayer, alert for opportunities to witness and serve, expectant of God’s work, and willing to praise Him openly. It closes with a clear Gospel invitation, urging hearers to first call on the Lord for salvation.

Why Visit Forward for Christ Baptist Church in Luray, VA?
Forward for Christ Baptist Church is a King James Bible-believing church serving Page County and the Shenandoah Valley with clear preaching, traditional worship, and a heart for reaching people with the Gospel. If you are looking for a church family that prays with purpose, lives with hope, and seeks God’s direction together, you are welcome here.

Questions and Answers

Quick sermon takeaways from Jeremiah 33:1–11, built for clarity and easy reading.

What is the main point of this Vision Sunday sermon?

The central message is Jeremiah 33:3: God commands His people to call on Him, promises to answer, and pledges to show “great and mighty things.” The sermon challenges the church to build 2026 around prayer, obedience, and expectation that God can still work powerfully.

Why does it matter that Jeremiah was “shut up in the court of the prison”?

The sermon highlights that God spoke to Jeremiah while he was confined. The point is simple: your circumstances do not silence God. Even when you feel stuck, restricted, or pressed, the Lord can still give direction, comfort, and promises worth holding onto.

Who is the “Lord” we are told to call upon in Jeremiah 33?

The sermon points to Jeremiah 33:2 where God identifies Himself as the Maker and the One who formed and established. In other words, prayer is not calling into the air. We are calling on the Creator who keeps His word and has the power to act on what He promises.

What does “Call unto me” look like in everyday life?

The message applies it to real commitments, not shallow resolutions. Calling on the Lord means bringing needs to Him first, seeking His guidance, and staying in prayer instead of only reacting in frustration. It also means praying before church, praying over decisions, and praying with purpose as a church family.

Does God always answer prayer the way we want?

The sermon stresses the certainty that God answers, but not always on our timetable or according to our preferred outcome. It asks a heart-check question: are we ready for God’s answer, and are we willing to accept His will when He answers?

Why did the sermon talk about waiting on the Lord?

Waiting is part of faith. The message connects prayer with patience and reminds listeners that some answers take time. The encouragement is that waiting does not mean God is absent. Waiting is often where God strengthens and renews His people.

What does the sermon mean by “great and mighty things which thou knowest not”?

The sermon treats that phrase as God’s ability to do more than we can see coming, more than we can plan, and more than we can explain. It is a promise that the Lord can open doors, heal situations, restore what feels broken, and lead the church into fruitfulness in ways we would not naturally predict.

What kind of church did the sermon challenge Forward for Christ to be in 2026?

The sermon calls for a praying church, a looking church (watching for opportunities to witness and serve), an expecting church (coming to church ready for God to work), and a praising church (publicly giving God glory when He answers).

How does this sermon connect prayer to hope?

The message emphasizes that biblical hope is not wishful thinking. It is confidence rooted in God’s promises. Because the Lord is faithful, calling on Him is not wasted effort. Prayer is where hope gets exercised, strengthened, and aimed at God instead of the world.

What is the call to someone who is not sure they are saved?

The sermon closes by urging people to call on the Lord first for salvation. Before you seek answers for life’s needs, you must be sure you know Christ. The invitation is direct: turn to the Lord, ask Him to save you, and let the church help you understand salvation from the Bible.

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