Sermons on Anointed Ministry:

A Picture Of Real Ministry

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Oct 18, 2004

We see in this passage what real ministry is all about as Paul encourages this new church in Thessalonica.

A Picture of Real Ministry I Thes. 2:1-12 I. The Boldness of Paul’s Ministry (v. 1-2) A. Paul was confident of his ministry to the Thessalonians for several reasons. (v. 1) 1. It was a fruitful ministry because people had been saved. (1:5b-6) 2. They were a vibrant church that influenced other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A God Blessed Ministry

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 24, 2004

A message delivered to other pastors, noting the key ingredients necessary for a God-Blessed ministry.

- Read Hebrews 13:17 Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you. In 1st Timothy 1:15 the apostle Paul says Jesus Christ came into ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Baptist

"The Ministry Of Availability"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Nov 2, 2004

God will use what we make available to Him. In the passage in Luke 5:1-11, we see that, even with a smelly, old fishing boat and a broken net, Jesus used what Peter made available for Him to use.

“The Ministry Of Availability” INTRODUCTION: God has a ministry for every one of His children … NOT JUST the Pastor. EVERY Christian has a ministry … every one of YOU! Not all will be great soul-winners … BUT … we all have a part in leading others to Christ. We are ALL a link in the chain … ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Having A Ministry Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 9, 2008

God calls us to be reconcille with Him. He then calls us to be a bridge so others can be reconciled with God almighty.

MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION 2 CORINTHIANS 5:11-21 SERMON TITLE :MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION. I CAUTIOUSLY NAME IT THAT WITH THE THOUGHT I KNOW SOME WILL THINK OF PEOPLE WHO SHOULD MIND THEIR OWN BUSINESS AND STAY OUT OF PEOPLE’S LIVES/ MAYBE EVEN ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Nazarene

The Glorious Tasks Of Ministry Series

Contributed by John Boquist on Aug 9, 2008

In our ministry, there are various tasks, all of which can serve to glorify Christ.

Text: Colossians 1:24-2:5 Title: The Glorious Tasks of Ministry Introduction Paul told the Colossians about his many tasks in ministry, all of which served to glorify Christ. In our ministry, there are various tasks, all of which can serve to glorify Christ. We are all called to ministry. Some ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of A Child Of God Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 31, 2008

The purpose of this message is to help us understand that the church is to minister to all walks of life and all kinds of people as God gives us the opportunity and to encourage us to reach out to the needy in our communities.

THE MINISTRY OF A CHILD OF GOD Acts 9:32-43 INTRODUCTION: A. The summer Olympics ended this past week in Beijing, China. 1. And it is natural for the games to be nationalistic – we each root for those who are of our own nation taking pride in those who win a. Who could not shout when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry That Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 21, 2008

God wants your life to make a lasting difference in the people around you.

Ministry that Makes a Difference Acts 13:42-52 Intro: Bill Wilson pastors an inner city church in New York City. His mission field is a very violent place. He himself has been stabbed twice as he ministered to the people of the community surrounding the church. Once a Puerto Rican woman became ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ministry Of All Believers

Contributed by Pamela Staver on Dec 13, 2005

God does not call the qualified; He qualifies the called!

"God does not call the qualified,but qualifies those who are called." "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise" I Cor 1:19 Ministry of All Believers A Disciple is one who is converted – changed; called, then appointed; chosen and then completed. And interestingly enough, we are all called to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:19-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Components Of Ministry Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Apr 23, 2008

Why do we gather each week in this thing we call church? What is supposed to result from our time together. In this section of Colossians Paul gives us "Three Motivations For Ministry"

Introduction: I. What is the purpose of church? II. What is supposed to be accomplished at and by church? III. In other words, why come, what is supposed to happen as a result of my being here? IV. If you listen to many of those in church leadership, and many church goers, you will get many ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Gift Oriented Ministry Series

Contributed by Michael Allen on Jul 30, 2007

Part of a series focussing on the categories in the Natural Church Development tool

There is a new advert on the TV for a BT service plan and it shows a restaurant kitchen going to pieces with food not being prepared properly, shoddily cooked and scruffily presented; there is a fire on the hob that no one is dealing with and the voice over man says something like “do what you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Holiness

Interpreting The Ministry Of Jesus

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 21, 2007

Being a follower of Jesus will bring us into conflict with those who are not his followers. However, being his follower means that we are called to help others to interpret his ministry so that they might become his follower too.

On and off, for the past 19 years Moira and I have been delighted to be able to spend time at her parents’ time-share apartment in Spain. The weather is predictably hot and the sun shines brightly! However, I was careless in packing my case. I was disappointed to arrive in Spain and discover that I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Anglican

Ministry Of All Believers

Contributed by John Mcelwee on Aug 23, 2007

This address is meant to validate the work of people already serving in ministry and to empower those who are wanting to minister in the church.

Clovis Christian Church 12 August 2007 Body of Christ, on behalf of church leaders I must apologize to you. For the sake of expedience we have short changed you and let you be cheated out of the greatest pleasure and blessing of the Christian life. With good intentions we have surrendered to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Ministry Of Encouragement"

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 10, 2006

"Encouragement" is God’s plan, program, and command. This message utilizes the use of "Encouragement Cards" to fulfill God’s plan for us to encourage others.

“The Ministry Of Encouragement” INTRODUCTION: “O give me a home, where the buffalo roam, Where the deer and the antelope play; Where seldom is heard, a DISCOURAGING word, And the skies are not cloudy all day.” Can you imagine that? … No DISCOURAGING words! Ever been DISCOURAGED? Not a good ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:36

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Dangers To Ministry

Contributed by Tony Abram on Aug 31, 2007

SEVEN DANGERS TO MINISTRY. All believer are called to some type of ministry. However, no matter if we are a ministry or a layman there are dangers that we face. If we will guard against these dangers we can overcome. I am listing seven of the most commo

SEVEN DANGERS TO MINISTRY Luke 9:1-12 Then he called his twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases. 2 And he sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick. 3 And he said unto them, Take nothing for your journey, neither ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-12

The Joy Of Ministry And Baptism Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 29, 2004

When Philip preaches Jesus, people look for water! What’s the connection? Look and see...

I visited Amazon.com and hit the search command with these words: “The joy of…” to see what books began with that title. There were 111,218 entries! Although not all actually had that title: these were among those listed: The joy of cooking The joy of signing The joy of motherhood The joy of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ