Sermons on Area Of Ministry:

Incarnational Ministry

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

A challenge to fulfill the Great Commission

“In the beginning the Word already existed. He was with God, and he was God. He was in the beginning with God. He created everything there is. Nothing exists that he didn’t make. Life itself was in him, and this life gives light to everyone. The light shines through the darkness, and the darkness ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bad Ministry

Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 29, 2000

The Song of Solomon contains much allegory related to the church today -- this sermon deals with condemnation of others.

INTRODUCTION. A. We are going to be examining a scripture from the Song of Solomon, looking at its meaning and its implications for the church today. B. In the Song of Solomon, the Shulamite girl is representative of the Bride of Christ, or in this and several other instances in the ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ministry Of Restoration

Contributed by Roy Mason on Aug 5, 2001

What is the Christian to do when he encounters an erring, sinful brother?

THE MINISTRY OF RESTORATION © 2001, Dr. Roy Mason Brethren, even if a man is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; {each one} looking to yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ. For if ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sincerity In Ministry

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SINCERITY IN MINISTRY LEADS TO THE TESTIMONY OF A CLEAR CONSCIENCE 1.

SINCERITY IN MINISTRY LEADS TO THE TESTIMONY OF A CLEAR CONSCIENCE 1. He has been sincere in dealings with them (:12) 2. The more they know him, the more they will see his sincerity (:13-14) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Prospect Of The Ministry

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE PROSPECT OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE RESURRECTI

THE PROSPECT OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE RESURRECTION ENABLES US TO ENDURE PRESENT PHYSICAL SUFFERING IN THE MINISTRY WITHOUT LOSING HEART ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Goal Of The Ministry

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE GOAL OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE GLORY INSPIRES COURAGE AND COMMITMENT IN LIVING TO PLEASE OUR LORD 1.

THE GOAL OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE GLORY INSPIRES COURAGE AND COMMITMENT IN LIVING TO PLEASE OUR LORD 1. Present Suffering should Intensify the Longing for Future Glory (:1-5) a. The context of suffering in the ministry b. The superiority of the resurrection body c. The groaning associated with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Ministry Of The Deacon

Contributed by Gerald Cornelius on Mar 27, 2001

What scripture says about the role of deacon.

THE MINISTRY OF THE DEACON TEXT: ACTS 6;1-6, I TIMOTHY 3:8-13 Introduction Let’s begin with a question. Is the deacon ministry necessary and valid in today’s church? A fellow pastor in another state said that he didn’t have deacons in his church and would not permit the church to ordain any ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-6, 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Is...

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 13, 2002

Ministry is...Finding, Focusing, Financing, and Fulfilling. Ways we can see ourselves as ministers, and better equip ourselves to perform ministry. A general guideline of a short sermon to a small group such as visitation committee...etc.

Good morning, I. Thank you II. Illustration-Have everyone stand, and turn to right. Then extend arms and rub each others shoulders. Then reverse to the left. III. Are you aware of what just took place? IV. Illustration explained- “ You over on this end, what happened the first time we were ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Ministry Of Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 28, 2002

Jesus wants us to practice a ministry of reconciliation.

GO FOR IT: THE MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION! How shall we handle discord and opposition? Where do we bend? Where do we stand? Is the hill worth dying for? Noah needed to devise a system to tell if the waters were low enough to support life. Noah’s test was simple, let a dove fly out of the ark. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18, Matthew 5:21-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ministry Of Motherhood

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The church needs to take special care of mothers who nurture children in the faith without a husband's help.

Thesis: The church needs to take special care of mothers who nurture children in the faith without a husband's help. Intro.: 1. Today is "Mother's Day." A day we honor those who have (with God's help) given us the gift of life. Many different typesof mothers here today: a. Women who want to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-3

The Ministry Of Comfort

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on May 17, 2001

Paul shares with the Corinthian believers the blessing he has known from the God of all Comfort, telling them that the Triune God is its Source and Supply, and having received it we should be Sharing it with others.

THE MINISTRY OF COMFORT One of the hal1marks of a true Christian is that he or she can praise God even in times of adversity. This is illustrated no better than in the life of the Apostle Paul. It’s a keynote of his second letter to the church at Corinth. In the opening verses he delivers a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

Supporting The Ministry Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jun 17, 2002

A deductive exposition of selected texts on supporting the church’s ministry with attendance, lifestyle and financial giving.

Introduction: 1. This is God’s church because gave His life for us (Acts 20:28). 2. “Commitment” is so important to God that He searches the world for it (2 Chronicles 16:9). Each Sunday this month, we are becoming aware of a different commitment you and I can make to God through His church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:2, Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Ministry That Cares Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jan 13, 2007

From time to time we the people of God determines the clout of it’s members by the boards or ministries they are on.

THE MINISTRY THAT CARES 1 Corinthians 12: 24-31 From time to time we the people of God determines the clout of it’s members by the boards or ministries they are on. We revere our chairpersons and it meant something then to be a church officer. If you were a Deacon ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Goal Of Ministry

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 8, 2006

Third sermon in the summer 2006 Series, “Being God’s People by Serving, Obeying, and Giving.”

(1) Two weeks ago, I asked you if you rooted for a team no matter who played on it and if you rooted for a particular player no matter what team he/she played for. Some of you responded that you did both. I have very few players that I root for. I will admit that I am a Brad Miller fan and have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:6-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Power For Ministry Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 15, 2005

This message is meant to encourage the Church to seek God’s power for ministry and to be a verbal witnesses of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

POWER FOR MINISTRY Acts 2:1-13 INTRODUCTION: A. It was good to see our space shuttle crew get back safely, was it not! But I want you to think about this 1. Two years plus had gone by since the last space shuttle mission 2. Billions of dollars of equipment, safety improvements, crew ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist