Sermons on Acceptable Ministry:

True Power Of God

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 8, 2023

True power of God is not the wonderful miracles or healings, God does through you. True power is not measured by the size of your ministry.

True power of God is not the wonderful miracles or healings, God does through you. True power is not measured by the size of your ministry. True power is not the amazing message God speaks through you True power is not measured by the number of people saved through your ministry. True power is not ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Building According To God's Pattern

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

As believers, whether we are building our lives, families, ministries, or careers, we must seek and follow God’s pattern.

BUILDING ACCORDING TO GOD'S PATTERN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 25:40 "And look that thou make them after their pattern, which was shewed thee in the mount." Supporting Texts: Hebrews 8:5, 1 Chronicles 28:11-12, Matthew 7:24-27, 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

People Get Ready -1

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 18, 2024

This passage describes John the Baptist’s ministry and the exhortations he offered to the people as he prepared the way for Jesus. The verse states:

And with many other exhortations he preached good news to the people."* (ESV) Exhortation Defined Exhortation is a term that carries a strong sense of encouragement, urging, and admonishment. It goes beyond just offering advice; it implies an earnest urging towards change and action, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:18

Denomination: Methodist

Empowered To Live: The Work Of The Holy Spirit In The Life Of The Disciple Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2025

The Holy Spirit – His deity, His work in conviction, repentance, regeneration, sanctification, and empowerment for ministry through the baptism in the Holy Spirit.

Empowered to Live: The Work of the Holy Spirit in the Life of the Disciple Doctrinal Focus: The Holy Spirit – His deity, His work in conviction, repentance, regeneration, sanctification, and empowerment for ministry through the baptism in the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:4–8 (NLT): Once when he was eating ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-5, John 16:8-11, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, Joel 2:28-29, Mark 16:17-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Ephesians 4:30, Acts 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gifts Given By Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of spiritual gifts, their role in equipping believers for ministry, and how to discover, understand, and utilize them for God's glory.

Good morning, dear friends! How blessed we are to gather together in the house of the Lord, to soak in His Word and to seek His wisdom. We have before us a topic of profound significance, a topic that is as essential to our Christian walk as the very air we breathe. We are here to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Topics: Spiritual Gifts

The Qualifications & Responsibilities Of Pastors Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 8, 2014

Paul reminds Titus of his mission on Crete. He was to solidify a witness for Jesus Christ by appointing leaders. All church leaders are to meet the standards set forth here & guide others to greater maturity in their relationship with Christ.

TITUS 1: 5-9 THE QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF PASTORS Paul here reminds Titus of his mission or what he would have him accomplish while in Crete. It was no small job for Paul wanted Titus to carry out the arrangements which would organize the churches there. He starts off with the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Who Wants Your Mantle?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 25, 2020

You may want someone else's mantle, but who wants yours?

2 Kings 2:9  And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me.  2 Kings 2:13  He took up also the mantle of Elijah ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:9, 2 Kings 2:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

But Christ!

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 6, 2019

The way into the Holiest.

BUT CHRIST! Hebrews 9:1-14. We have been comparing and contrasting the new covenant with the old, the heavenly tabernacle with the earthly; the substance with its shadow (cf. Hebrews 8:1-13). Also the ministry of Jesus with that of Aaron (cf. Hebrews 5:1-10). In this passage we see ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Bother With Church? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

The church is more important that you think.

The Barna Group reports that about 10 million self-proclaimed born-again Christians have not been in church the last six months. Nearly all of these 10 million people say their faith is important to them, but their spiritual life has nothing to do with church. Bono, lead singer for the rock group ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

12) God's Word Perfects Us! Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 10, 2022

God's Word helps to Perfect the Man of God for all good works. It is an essential part of every Child of God's life.

THINGS MOST SURELY BELIEVED AMONG US 12) We Believe The Word Perfects TEXT: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Alright brethren what are – “Those things which are most surely believed among us.” (Lk 1:1) Well let’s all now turn to 2 Timothy chapter 3 - and let’s find out. Remember in our study so far we have seen ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Real Christianity: Clothing, Buildings, Money, & Extravagance

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

There is a lot of stuff out there claiming to be Christian, when it's not really Christian. It's a difficult situation for any real Christ follower. On one side you have a culture and society growing progressively more hostile toward Christian values.

There is a lot of stuff out there claiming to be Christian, when it's not really Christian. It's a difficult situation for any real Christ follower. On one side you have a culture and society growing progressively more hostile toward Christian values. On the other side you've got a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-20, Romans 1:5, Psalm 34:14

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Holy Spirit In The Early Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025

The Holy Spirit was the power, guidance, and life of the early church, and He must remain the same in the church today.

THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE EARLY CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Key Verse: “And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.” (Acts 2:4, KJV) Supporting Texts: Acts 4:31-33, Acts 5:12-16, Acts 13:2-4, Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Knowing Jesus As The Healer Who Can Do Miracles Matthew 8:16-17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 20, 2024

Jesus is the Healer who can do miracles. Our focus will be on understanding the depth of His healing power, the faith He calls us to have, and the miraculous works He performs.

Transformed by Truth: Knowing Jesus as the Healer Who Can Do Miracles Matthew 8:16-17 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth of knowing Jesus as the Healer who can do miracles. Our focus will be on understanding the depth of His healing power, the faith He calls us to have, and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:16-17, Matthew 9:35, Luke 4:40, Matthew 9:22, Mark 10:52, John 9:3, Luke 7:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 30, 2025

It is very easy to allow the results or the answers of what God has done to become our focus, to bring us joy, or even to cause us to celebrate. But ... should they? Our challenge (even today) must be to focus on One who did the work to focus only on Jesus!

John, Part 17 Series: The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 2 John 4:43-54 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – thankful you are here today; dismiss children -- Continue series: “The Messiah’s Confirmation” (part 2 of 6 today) -- Series is to help us unpack teachings, miracles, & some incredible ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54, Mark 6:1-6, Philippians 2:9-11, John 3:30, Matthew 7:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Solemn Appeal To Timothy Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 7, 2025

To discuss "Paul’s Solemn Appeal to Timothy," his beloved son in the faith. This appeal was given to him for his work in the ministry.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. There are five things he mentions to Timothy. The word "solemn" means "seriousness." 2. They are all found in this text: “authority, urgency, substance, duration, and vigilance.” 3. We will discuss them individually as we move through this lesson. 4. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5, 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ