Sermons on Always Ready To Serve:

Fans But Not Followers Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 25, 2017

Serving, Going, Disciple Making

The 3 C’s of a Healthy Church - Fans but Not Followers Matthew 28:19 (p. 698) January 29, 2017 Introduction: Kyle Idleman is the teaching minister at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY and a few years ago he wrote a series called “Not a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Happened To Volunteerism In Church?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 5, 2022

Volunteerism has been on the decline in the church. The need for recognition has become important to the few who do volunteer. We should volunteer to serve Christ

What happened to volunteerism in church? Mark 12:38-40 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 12:38 In His teaching He was saying: “Beware of the scribes who like to walk around in long robes, and like respectful greetings in the market places, 39 and chief seats in the synagogues and places of honor ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Humility

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 2, 2023

Because adopting a stance of humility before others is difficult for us, we would rather witness it that show it.

Humility – Matthew 23:1-12 Intro: In the 2004 Olympics, Matt Emmons was competing in the 50-meter three-position rifle event and was just one shot away from winning the gold medal. As he took his position to fire the final shot, all he had to do was hit the target. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Follow And Serve The One Who Will Never Leave You

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 11, 2015

We must use the courage that a life in faith with God gives us to live a life that is more revolutionary than our secular world or any other non-Christian faith. God will give us the courage to work like army commandos.

If I told you that religion is not the same as Christianity, would you be surprised? Religion is man's attempt to reach God. It focuses on our deeds. It is the broken cistern referred to in Jeremiah 2:4-13. Christianity is God's attempt to reach man. We are meant to be fully in relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:4-13

Denomination: Anglican

Service Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 20, 2010

The disciples didn’t understand he was calling them to be servants. You remember that just prior to coming to Jerusalem, Jesus had caught the disciples arguing over who was going to get the seat of honor and authority at the side of Jesus. Jesus knew if t

The Amazing Race: Service John 13:2-17 Jim White tells the story of Pauline spending four months in Portugal. While there, she felt like God wanted her to teach a ladies’ bible study on Wednesday mornings. After awhile, she sensed they should begin feeding the poor. Pauline and the other ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

"the Demons Don't Serve"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 18, 2021

Faith is to be put into action.

“The Demons Don’t Serve” James 2:1-10, 14-19 When I was a freshman in college I became friends with a really awesome guy named Tim. The first thing Tim asked me when we met, threw me off a little bit. He asked, “Are you a Christian?” I don’t know that I had ever had anyone ask me that ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

The Cure- Why Bother Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 20, 2022

This is the 125th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 5th sermon from Romans.

Series: Action [#125] THE CURE- WHY BOTHER? Romans 3:1-20 Introduction: Most of us are at Church each time we have a service. Sometimes we come to Church and we’re sick. Other times we come to Church and we’re tired; and sometimes we come to Church, and we really don’t want to be here. So why ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Humble Heart Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 28, 2009

What do we know about Onesiphorus? You’ve probably never heard of him before. He isn’t famous. His life is barely a mention on the page of a letter from Paul to Timothy. Here was a man who was simply a humble servant.

A Servant’s Heart I heard a story about puny and weak man. He was always sick but he couldn’t afford to see a doctor. He lived in the deep back woods in an old log cabin, his condition seemed to grow worse every day. One night, in a very real vision, God told him to go out there and push a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Cannot Serve God In Our Own Terms

Contributed by Rev Dr Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena on Apr 7, 2019

Our knowledge of Christ must be put into action.

INFORMATION, KNOWLEDGE AND ACTION The key impression behind the information technology is that by making information accessible knowledge will be acquired and thereby facilitates human behavior and actions. The fastness of information sharing is to save time, energy and to avoid waste. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"How To Serve The Risen Lord?” By Submitting To One Another

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 10, 2017

Jesus not only died for our sins, but rose again to be the Lord in our lives. We can serve Him as the Lord by submitting to one another.

"If we live, it’s to honor the Lord. And if we die, it’s to honor the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. 9 Christ died and rose again for this very purpose—to be Lord both of the living and of the dead. 10 So why do you condemn another believer? Why do you look down on another ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

If Jesus Came Through The Roof Would You Be Ready?

Contributed by Ken Durham on Apr 22, 2005

The good news of Jesus Christ is for all, and are you ready?

IF JESUS CAME THROUGH THE ROOF WOULD YOU BE READY? JOHN 4: 7 ~ 26 1. Introduction Looking back at the messages I have shared with various congregations, I realise that I have often talked about the Samaritan lady. I believe this woman has a lot to say to us. When sharing this passage with one ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

Love Does Not Envy Or Boast Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

When I love like Jesus loves I set aside my rights to make things right for others

ENGAGE Whether or not you were alive on January 20, 1961, you are probably familiar with this line from President John F. Kennedy’s inaugural address: Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country. I don’t think that as a nation we’ve ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Hidden Figures - Pt. 1 - Out Of The Shadows Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 24, 2019

No spotlight. No applause. No recognition. However, they changed the outcome of the story and often changed history!

(Slide 1) Hidden Figures Pt. 1 - Out of The Shadows I. Introduction We remember the star of the show. They captivate our attention and dominate the screen. However, the truth is without the supporting actors the show, film, episode would lack depth and flavor. It is a supporting actor who performs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Finished Work Of Creation Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 6, 2023

35 verses give us a complete insight into the mind of God as author, creator, sovereign, all-powerful, and later even as redeemer. In these verses we can see Him and all that He is, and choose to worship Him in His glory!

Alpha and Omega, Part 6 God’s finished work of Creation Genesis 1:26 – 2:4 Introduction - We’ve begun the year with “one purpose”: Knowing there is a God! -- Just as a building requires a builder, a creation must have a Creator - Continuing our series, “Alpha and Omega”; looking at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31, Genesis 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Psalm 121:4, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anointed To Witness And Serve - Week 1- Series Introduction Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 20, 2019

Today we begin a five-week series on the supernatural power of God given to every Born-again Christian at the moment of salvation.

Week One - Introduction Today we begin a five-week series on the supernatural power of God given to every Born-again Christian at the moment of salvation. When a person chooses to give their life to Jesus Christ, and receive Him as their personal Lord and Savior, they become alive to another ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational