Sermons on Acceptable Ministry:

Part 3 - The Beginning Of Jesus' Ministry Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007

This sermon explores the very beginning of Jesus’ ministry and how it really all began for Jesus, and how it begins for us.

The Commission Part 3 – The Beginning of Jesus’ Ministry Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERIES We started this series before Good Friday, Passover and Resurrection Day. I began talking about what God has called us to do, and how we need to have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

Every Church/Ministry Needs An Epaphras

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Mar 13, 2021

Epaphras is mentioned three times in the Bible. Yet his life of service is what every minister of God should emulate.

“12 Epaphras, who is one of you, a bondservant of Christ, greets you, always laboring fervently for you in prayers, that you may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. 13 For I bear him witness that he has a great zeal for you, and those who are in Laodicea, and those in Hierapolis.” ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:12-13, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparation For Ministry 2: Understanding Power Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 11, 2021

The devil's offer of giving to Jesus authority over all the nations might have seemed like an easy shortcut to fulfill his calling, but of course, Jesus saw through the temptation of power. He saw power far above coercion. He saw the power of love and servanthood.

When you hear me say the word, “power,” I’ll bet it can stir up all sorts of feelings inside. On one hand it may bring memories of a time when someone used power over you in a painful and destructive way and you cringe a bit inside. On the other hand it may stir up a hope of having power ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Chosen For The Most Vital Of Ministries-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 7, 2010

1 of 3. Zacharias & Elizabeth were chosen to fulfill His plan of salvation for mankind. God chooses people for His most vital of ministries. But what are their circumstances? You may be chosen for the most vital of ministries in the midst of...

CHOSEN for the MOST VITAL of MINISTRIES —Luke 1:5-25 Attention: There were two evil brothers. They were rich & used their money to keep their ways from the public eye. They even attended the same church & looked to be perfect Christians but the pastor was wise to their charade. Their church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Worker's Message, Ministry & Method Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 26, 2015

After training and empowering His twelve Apostles, Jesus gives them some specific guidelines concerning this specific short term missionary assignment. This section closes with a declaration concerning the seriousness of their gospel message & ministry

MATTHEW 10: 7-15 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED SERIES] KINGDOM WORKER'S MESSAGE, MINISTRY, AND METHOD The King has trained and empowered His twelve Apostles to carry out His ministry. Now He gives them some specific guidelines concerning this specific short-term missionary assignment (CIT). The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Led Ministry Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Todd Riley on Nov 6, 2001

An exposition of Isaiah 61:1-3

Islington Baptist Church November 4, 2001 Isaiah 61:1-3 Scripture readings: I Peter 1:3-12, Luke 4:16-30 Series: Jesus in the book of Isaiah Today’s title: The Spirit led ministry of Jesus Christ Last week we began a new series entitled “Jesus in the book of Isaiah”, and in doing so I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Primary Earthly Ministry Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

His primary ministry (earthly work) can be refined to one word that expands to many different realms and encompasses many different facets and that word is - empowerment for the purpose of Glorifying the Lord Jesus Christ

“THE PRIMARY EARTHLY MINISTRY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 16:15 His primary ministry (earthly work) can be refined to one word that expands to many different realms and encompasses many different facets and that word is - empowerment for the purpose of ...read more

Scripture: John 16:15

My Life And Ministry Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023

I was seen as a normal child, growing in a normal way. There are only a few glimpses that I was the Son of God.

Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. MY BIRTH – LUKE 1:26-38; 2:10-35 1. Mother a virgin. “The angel Gabriel appeared to Mary, a virgin” (Luke 1:27). Conceived supernaturally. “The Holy Spirit will come on you and the power of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:10-35

Denomination: Baptist

My Introduction To Ministry Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023

My miracles produced faith.

Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. MY DIVINE INTRODUCTION – MATTHEW 3:13-17 1. I, like Old Testament priests, began ministry. “I was about thirty years old when I began My ministry” (Luke 3:23; Numbers 4:3, 23, 30). 2. I sought ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Luke 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

Restoring Fallen Christians And The Ministry Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Jim Miller on Aug 20, 2002

What do we do with the brother or sister who brings reproach on the church disgraces us by their sinful behavior?

RESTORING FALLEN CHRISTIANS - The Ministry of Reconciliation Galatians 6.1-3; 2 Corinthians 5.18 Full text of sermon by Jim B. Miller, teaching pastor, Old Town Vineyard Christian Fellowship, Nacogdoches TX, vineyard@netdot.com. INTRODUCTION. In this great spiritual war we are fighting, there ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-3, 2 Corinthians 5:18, 2 Corinthians 5:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Miracle Ministry Of Jesus Christ Today!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Aug 22, 2009

THE MIRACLE MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST TODAY! Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and forever. (Mark 6:56 KJV) And whithersoever he entered, into villages, or cities, or country, they laid the sick in the streets, and besought

THE MIRACLE MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST TODAY! Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and forever. (Mark 6:56 KJV) And whithersoever he entered, into villages, or cities, or country, they laid the sick in the streets, and besought him that they might touch if it were but the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8

Workplace Ministry - How To Equip Ourselves

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Mar 21, 2008

God has called placed us in a particular work and place with a purpose. How do we use the workplace to evangelise, without offeding the fellow workers?

How many of you think you are leaders? How many of you think you are followers of Christ? The fact is that we do not have much of a choice or much of a say in this matter. Let me explain why. John C Maxwell, the noted Church leader, author and Leadership Guru, states in the Maxwell Leadership ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ministry Methods Questioned Part 2

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Oct 26, 2022

Jesus is the Bridegroom and the Lord of the Sabbath

Ministry Methods Questioned (part 2) Mark 2:19-28 Good Morning, Exodus 20:8 "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Exodus 20:9 Six days you shall labor and do all your work, Exodus 20:10 but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the LORD your God.” NKJV Ever since the beginning of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:19-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Who's Coming To Dinner?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 22, 2013

A sermon about table fellowship.

"Who's Coming to Dinner?" Luke 14:1, 7-24 I heard of one pastor who preached on this passage. He really, really emphasized to his congregation Jesus' Words: "When you host a lunch or dinner, don't invite your friends...Instead...invite the poor, crippled, lame, and blind." Apparently, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-24

Denomination: United Methodist

Why God Won't Accept Your Excuses

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 17, 2003

An examination of Jesus’ reason for coming.

WHY GOD WON’T ACCEPT YOUR EXCUSES PART 2 - Read Matthew 1:18-25 For the past 2 months I have been teaching a class on marriage. I am excited about the number of people we have taking the class and the good reports I’m hearing from people actually applying what they’re learning. But let me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist