Sermons on Becoming A Servant:

Help Others

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 23, 2023

The foot washing narrative, John 13:1-20 is all about servant leadership.

Help Others John 13:12-20 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 12 So when He had washed their feet, and taken His garments and reclined at the table again, He said to them, “Do you know what I have done to you? 13 “You call Me Teacher and Lord; and you are right, for so I am. 14 “If I then, the Lord and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Desperate Times Call For Desperate Measures

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 30, 2001

how Jesus went to warn the very people who were plotting to kill him.

April 1, 2001 Luke 20:9-19 He went on to tell the people this parable: “A man planted a vineyard, rented it to some farmers and went away for a long time. 10 At harvest time he sent a servant to the tenants so they would give him some of the fruit of the vineyard. But the tenants beat him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:9-19

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Become Givers Of Life - I See Dead People

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 12, 2003

Do we desire to be givers of life?

Not too long ago I attended the funeral of my Aunt Betty at Forest Lawn in Los Angeles, Ca. She experienced 79 years of this life before passing on to the next. It was a gentle and reverent service in the heat of the afternoon sun, interspersed with quiet sobs and the shedding of tears. My Uncle ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14, Mark 8:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who You Are--The Believer In The Light Of Scriptures

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on May 19, 2013

Many people have a limited perception of their identity as Christians. Besdies being "sinners saved by grace," this sermon looks at the fact that believers are also sons, saints, servants, stewards and soldier of Jesus Christ.

Who You Are in the Light of the Scriptures Chuck Sligh May 19, 2013 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. NOTE: Although this sermon fit in my number of page limit for sermons, it lends itself to more extemporaneous ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:2

Denomination: Baptist

On The Grow Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 4, 2012

This lesson introduces a study in the book of James. This study will focus on how to "Be Prepared" for living in our current world.

1. Author Jack London made some observations from his adventures in the Canadian Yukon. One thing he observed was that beginners on the Yukon trail attempted to carry with them all of their conveniences which belonged to their old way of life. Packs would begin to get too heavy and the trail would ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Slave For Christ Part 9 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 29, 2012

This message introduces the apostle Paul.

A Slave For Christ Part 9 Scriptures: Acts 8:1-3; 9:1-8; 10-17; Galatians 1:14; Introduction: This morning before I go into the heart of my message, I want to share something with you that is rather appalling. Most of you know that I do not always stay up on all of the latest happenings ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Service Or Serve-Us? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 10, 2011

Even within the churc we fall prey to the temptation to look after ourselves. Too often it is about what we get over what we give.

1. Mark Twain once said that the only one who likes change is a baby with a wet diaper. That may be true, but change is inevitable. 2. Examples of change Service Stations have become Gas stations or Convenient stores – once full-service; now, self-service Grocery stores – bag and carry ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons In Humility

Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Nov 4, 2017

The exaggerated sense of self interferes with serving God and each other

Matt 23 : 1 – 12 There are many stories from someone named Aesop. No one knows if he/she actually lived but is said to have been a story teller who told stories and solved problems. The stories are still, to this day, used as lessons in morality. Some said that he/she was a slave who loved to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Way Up Is Down Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 28, 2017

Paul pointed to the example of Jesus' humble service as a way for the Philippians to live in harmony with each other and receive a blessing from God.

Introduction: A. A tv show I enjoyed watching in the seventies and eighties was the sitcom called The Jeffersons. 1. The show featured an African American family who became wealthy and moved out of a run-down area in Queens to a luxury apartment in Manhattan. 2. The theme song for the show was a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Slave For Christ Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 7, 2012

Part 2 of this series focuses on slavery in the Old Testament.

A Slave For Christ Part 2 (Inspired by the book: “A Better Freedom” by Michael Card) Scripture: Mal. 1:6; Exo. 20:2; 21:2-6; Lev. 25:39-42; Matt. 6:24 Introduction: In my message last week I introduced you to a slave named Paul in an attempt to get us to think about what our lives ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 25:39-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

False Leaders Of Israel

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 11, 2011

I. AUDIENCE PROFILE: My fellow leaders and workers/ my teacher: Kuya Ranel Reyes II. OBJECTIVES: To extract good leadership from the false ones

I. AUDIENCE PROFILE: My fellow leaders and workers/ my teacher: Kuya Ranel Reyes II. OBJECTIVES: To extract good leadership from the false ones III. TEXT: ISAIAH 56:10-12 (Magandang Balita Biblia - TPV - Tagalog Popular Version) 10 Ang sabi niya, "Bulag ang mga pinuno na dapat ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Serving

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 6, 2011

The power of God is released when we make the choice to serve Him

The Power of Serving Matthew 20:20-28 August 7, 2011 Morning Message During the American Revolution a man in civilian clothes rode past a group of soldiers repariing a small defensive barrier. their leader was shouting instructions, but making no attempt to help them. Asked why by the rider, he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Unforgiveness Is The Cancer Of The Soul

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

Unforgiveness is the cancer of the soul. It’s a spiritual prison, enslaving the one who refuses to let go, to leave behind, to forgive.

Intro Unforgiveness is the cancer of the soul. It’s a spiritual prison, enslaving the one who refuses to let go, to leave behind, to forgive. We in stubborn blindness don’t see the good God is doing when He teaches us to forgive. Instead, we see ourselves as losing out in some way, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Serve God Effectively

Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 8, 2022

Many Christians do not know how to serve God effectively. Christians should serve….

I. Sacrificially 1. Hebrews 13:6 2. Missions of people in our society do not know what it means to sacrifice. 3. Self-indulgence has replaced self-denial. 4. God must have first place in our life. a. His cause and kingdom must come before ease, pleasure and personal gain. b. Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Here To Serve, Lord, As You Wish

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 13, 2021

A sermon on Christian service, looking at David with Mephibosheth and Ziba.

10.17.21 2 Samuel 9:1–13 1 David said, “Is there anyone still left from the house of Saul, to whom I may show kindness for the sake of Jonathan?” 2 There was a servant of Saul’s house named Ziba, so they summoned him to come to David. The king said to him, “Are you Ziba?” He said, “I am.” 3 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran