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Joseph Of Arimathea: A Cowardish And Blessed Man

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 6, 2025

While Jesus was still alive, Joseph did nothing for Jesus. However, at the right time, when he only had three hours before the Sabbath, he could take care of Jesus’ body.

The story of Jesus’ death and burial that we will discuss today is recorded in all four Gospels. This shows the significance of this event. Let’s read Mark 15:33-47. Verse 33 – “At noon, darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon.” Jesus was crucified at nine in the morning. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-47, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Malachi 4:5, Romans 5:8, John 19:30, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Colossians 2:14, John 12:32, John 10:30-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

40 Days Of Purpose: Week 5: Ministry: You Were Shaped For Serving God

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 30, 2004

“You were put on earth to make a contribution. You weren’t created just to consume resources – to eat, breathe, and take up space. God designed you to make a difference with your life” -Rick Warren, The Purpose Driven Life

Review: Week one: Why am I on earth? Existence. Week two: What has God planned for me? Significance. Week three: How must I get along with others? Sharing. Week four: What is God doing in my life? Character. Week five: What does God want me to do? Serve. MEMORY VERSE “Each one should use whatever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy And Privilege Of Serving Jesus (John 3:22-36; 4:1-3) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 15, 2022

Whatever ministry we "have," is God's gift to us. If I decrease, it's okay. I point people to Jesus. Also, bonus discussion: part of "faith" is obedience (John 3:36)

Today's passage is a little tricky. I'll try to talk slowly. I'll try to not lose you. But if you get lost about parts, I'd be happy to give you my manuscript, or answer any questions afterward. Let's start this morning by rereading John 3:1-5 (NRSV, lightly modified): 3 ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-36, John 4:1-3

Keep Your Eyes On Jesus - Part 2

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 23, 2017

Keep Our Eyes On Jesus Power Point is available upon request

HEBREWS 12:1-2 “KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS” – PART 2 A) In our last message, I gave an illustration of how Arnold Palmer recalled the final hole of the 1961 Masters tournament. (Explain) * Palmer said, “You don’t forget a mistake like that; you just learn from it and become determined that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Help, I See Fat People

Contributed by Joshua Bowers on Nov 20, 2005

I think God wants us to be FAT. Faithful, Available, Teachable.

I see FAT people. 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 6Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. 7We live by faith, not by sight. 8We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. 9So we make it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Getting Started Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jan 5, 2008

First sermon of the year, outlining a focus on evangelism, compassion, and availability to God.

Series: “First Steps In the Journey” Message #1 -- GETTING STARTED. INTRO> Michael Buffer is known to his momma as her firstborn son, and she’s rightfully proud. But he’s known to others as the man whom the look forward to seeing standing in the middle of a boxing ring. His line will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

How To Deal With Opposition Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 4, 2007

Serving Christ requires sacrifice. What steps must we take in order to serve Christ effectively?

How to Deal With Opposition II Timothy 4:5 Purpose: To describe the hard realities of sharing the Gospel. Aim: I want the listener to renew (or start) a commitment to sacrifice in order to serve Christ. REVIEW: 1:1-2:13 I. How Should a Christian React to Stress? 2:14-26 II. How Should a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Service With A Smile Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Sep 22, 2007

Service with a smile—it makes a difference not only in the person who is served but also in the one who serves.

When you go to a restaurant to eat does it make a difference to you if the server offers a smile or not? I think most of us respond better to service with a smile. One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Johnny was staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Methodist

Today We Get To Vote!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 31, 2008

Today is an historic day... today we get to choose whom we will serve and how we will serve.

Title: Today We Get to Vote! Text: Joshua 24:1-3 and 14-24 The Big Idea: Today is an historic day… today we get to vote. Today we get to choose. Introduction: On Tuesday the absentee ballots, the mail-In ballots, the early-voting ballots, and the ballots cast that day will be counted and a new ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of God Is Embedded In His Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Apr 25, 2018

The Spirit of God is the power of the Holy Trinity. This power is available to you use it

May the peace of the Lord be with you Topic: THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER pt 11b (THE POWER OF GOD IS EMBEDDED IN HIS SPIRIT) Acts 2:42-44 King James Version (KJV) 42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. 43 And fear ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-44

Denomination: Charismatic

Can Grace Reach Me?

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 21, 2003

The grace of God that brings salvation, it says has appeared to all men. It’s available for everybody. Not everybody will accept it but that doesn’t change the fact that it is available to everybody.

The Bible is a very precise book and God always does things in a very precise way. If you will read the Bible from cover to cover you will find that there is not a lot of wiggle room to be found in its pages. There aren’t many gray areas that you will discover. You will not be able to say, “Yes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Believe In ... Man's Need For Salvation Series

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Feb 14, 2007

Salvation from sin is available through faith alone in Christ alone

Introduction An 85-year-old couple was married for 60 years. And they died unexpectedly on the same day. For the last 20 years of their life, they had been in excellent health, mainly due to the wife’s nearly neurotic interest in health food. When they reached the pearly gates, St. Peter greeted ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Become A Great Christian Leader Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 27, 2007

1. A Great Christian Leader Serves JESUS. 2. A Great Christian Leader Serves FELLOW SERVANTS. 3. A Great Christian Leader Serves SELF. (Has a Godly self-image.)

How To Become A Great Christian Leader Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy’s, became a familiar sight to millions with his company’s television commercials. Dave also appeared in a lot of training films for Wendy’s employees. In those training films he would dress as his workers ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Steps To Becoming A Successful Servant Of God Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 2, 2007

This sermon covers four steps to serve God. 1. Develop a servant mentality. 2. Have a determination to serve. 3. Commit to following God. 4. Serve where you are.

Four Steps To Becoming A Successful Servant Of God If I were to ask you this morning; “Give me the simplest definition of a Christian that you could think of? What would you say?” (What I am seeking is “A follower of Christ.”) A simple definition of ...read more

Scripture: John 12:26, John 26:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Attitude Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus, who had all authority, chose to serve rather than be served. We are called to follow His example and serve others, both in sharing the Gospel and in nurturing fellow believers.

Hey guys! You know how in a game of tennis, the player who serves well usually wins? Well, life's kinda like that too. But how many of us are really up for living a life of service? There's this book, The Ugly American, where a journalist from Burma talks about how Americans can sometimes act all ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Topics: Spiritual Service, Humility, Discipleship, Biblical Stewardship