Sermons on Authentic Ministry: showing 3,151-3,165 of 61,448

Gifted Ministers Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 24, 2014

If we want a growing church that builds itself up in love, then we must accept our spiritual gifts, develop them and use them wherever and whenever we can.

When a local church broke ground for a new 500-seat sanctuary, an inventive church member made sure everyone could participate in the experience. The man attached a 145-foot handle to a stainless steel spade so that all 300 members could squeeze together to turn the first shovel full of dirt. A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God The Liberator

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 12, 2014

This is a message on God's Liberation of Women throughout the Old and New Testament. Jesus was a liberator because Jesus was doing what He saw God the Father doing. The message was done on Mother;s day.

God, The Liberator Mother’s Day 5/11/2014 Genesis 3:1-15 and John 14:1-10 Today is a day of celebration for the women that God has placed upon this earth. We call them friends, teachers, mentors, cousins, nieces, aunts, mothers, grandmothers, great-grandmothers, great-great ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Are Healed So That We May Serve Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 3, 2018

we, like Jesus, must reconnect with God in prayer

May the words of my mouth be heard, written in our hearts, and acknowledged to God in prayer. Amen. We are beginning a study of the Gospel of Mark, and as Father Philip told us last week, Mark is the first gospel, and in many ways a “just the facts, ma’am” account of Jesus’ ministry, In this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Episcopal

Temptation, Tension & Triumph Series

Contributed by Magaraja Prasanth on Aug 12, 2021

Jesus and His disciples walks from the upper room where they Had Lord’s supper along with the betrayer, now other disciples except Judas the Iscariot walks to the Mount of Olives and reached Gethsemane by 11 p.m.

Jesus Prays on the Mount of Olives 39 Jesus went out as usual to the Mount of Olives, and his disciples followed him. 40 On reaching the place, he said to them, “Pray that you will not fall into temptation.” 41 He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, knelt down and prayed, 42 “Father, if you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46, John 18:1

Gold, Incense And Myrrh--And Mystery Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 1, 2022

Perhaps we can learn more about Jesus, and his wise visitors, by asking ourselves who was upset by these gifts?

Epiphany Homily Gold, incense and myrrh. Treasure, sweet-smelling smoke and embalming spices. Three mysterious men from the East, who appear for a moment in Matthew's Gospel, bring gifts to the newborn Jesus, and then vanish into the history and theology books. In a new millennium, why should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-13, Ephesians 3:2-6, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

The One Appraising Us Is Christ (1 Corinthians 4:1-21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 29, 2022

Don't boast; don't become proud. Be faithful servants, and don't pick apart Christians' motives. You can't see in their heads. Also, stop navel gazing.

Let's start today, by rereading 1 Corinthians 3:18-23: (18) No one must deceive himself: if anyone thinks wise to be among you this age, a fool he must become, in order he may become wise. For the wisdom of this world, foolishness with God it is. For it is written, "The One catching ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21, 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Different Gifts - All Useful

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 4, 2022

The greatest gift we can receive is the gift of salvation. But God's gift giving does not end there. God provides us with gifts that enhance our lives and build up the body of Christ, the church.

Alba 5-1-2022 DIFFERENT GIFTS – ALL USEFUL Romans 12:3-8 In December of 2004, Dave Barry, a columnist for the Washington Post, wrote his comments about the typical male in the first week of December. He wrote, “Your standard man, at this point in the Christmas season, has purchased zero gifts. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Obeying The Great Commission | 6ps Of An Evangelist | Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd | Lausanne 2024

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jun 10, 2024

Great Commission is back in focus thanks to the Lausanne congress scheduled in 2024. What does that mean to us, who are not full-time ministers? What do we need to be aware of to obey the Great Commission? Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD, takes a dive into this matter with a structured 6Ps approach.

Obedience to the Great Commission Six Personality Traits that will help us For a video version of this sermon, please visit https://youtu.be/_8ayKMzSyu4 Pastor has initiated the series on the Great Commission and we will continue to focus on that theme today. Many of you might have heard about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, John 14:27, Luke 10:5-6, Romans 12:18, 1 Corinthians 3:6, 2 Peter 3:8-9, Luke 5:29, Job 2:13, 1 Peter 2:12, 2 Kings 5:2-3, Matthew 3:3, Luke 3:16-17, Mark 10:17-22, Matthew 10:14, John 15:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Love Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 4, 2024

Starting with the church of Ephesus, this sermon explains the relevance of what was happening in this church and how it matches what we see today.

Ephesus: Rekindling Your First Love 7 Church’s In Revelation Series CCCAG 8-4-24 -Scripture- Rev 2:1-7 Overview- We just completed a series that discussed the 7 blessings found in the book of Revelation. Now we are going to stay in Revelation for the next several weeks and look at the 7 Churches ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God’s Protection Of Paul In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 2, 2024

- Ever wonder why God allows you to walk through things & gain strength? Have you ever seen God at work in your life and wonder how you survived? Why would we think he would do any less for His Apostle to the Gentiles?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 33 God’s protection of Paul in Jerusalem Acts 21:15-40 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week, we saw Paul’s commitment to Jesus; even willing to die if needed - Today, I’d like us to see the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:15-40, 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reaching The Edge Of The Wilderness Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Aug 26, 2019

The years of grief, training, apprenticeship, seeming futility, small victories and painful growth are finally about to bloom into something wonderful. Something that you have hoped for and simultaneously expected to never actually happen.

For more information and teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com If you take the lessons and introspections of the wilderness seriously you will eventually find yourself at the edge of the wilderness. That place where you can finally see what ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Lesson Iv.a.3 By Divine Commendation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 24, 2020

In his personal examination of the seven churches named in Revelation 2–3, the Lord Jesus measured them far differently than they measured themselves. The church that thought it was poor, He considered to be rich; and the church that boasted of its wealth, He declared to be poor.

December 17, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians IV. Authority of Paul’s Ministry. (10:1–13:10). A. The Defense of the Apostle. (10:1–18). Lesson IV.A.3:By Divine Commendation. (10:12-18). 2nd ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Foundations Of Church Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 20, 2019

Discussing the leadership that exists within the church

Foundation of Ministry Christianity 101 Series CCCAG November 10, 2019 Prayer for Veterans and message Scripture- Ephesians 4: 1, 4:11-12 Intro: In 2001 and 2002 I was serving as an interim pastor at the first church I ever attended as an adult. We had some newer believers coming into the church ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Two Dreamers

Contributed by Jw Worcester on Feb 15, 2021

There are two exceptional people in the Bible known for their dreams. One is the best known dreamer and one the least known dreamer.

There are two exceptional people in the Bible known for their dreams. One is the best known dreamer and one the least known dreamer. One had great rewards and the other has no mention in the Bible beyond the fulfilling of his dreams. One saw the full fruition of his dreams and the other didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:5-8, Matthew 1:20-21, Matthew 6:1-4

#39 The True Standard Of Greatness Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 3, 2021

What is the true standard of greatness? It’s not what you think.

#39 The True Standard of Greatness Mark Chuck Sligh March 1, 2021 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Please ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-41

Denomination: Baptist