Sermons on Christian Service:

A Religion Of Convenience

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 8, 2013

We live in an age of convenience. There's nothing wrong with convenience per se. The danger is when we look for a Christianity of convenience rather than sacrifice and commitment. This sermon looks at "convenience Christianity" from several angles.

A Religion of Convenience Chuck Sligh April 7, 2013 TEXT: 2 Samuel 24:18-25 – “And Gad came that day to David, and said unto him, Go up, rear an altar unto the LORD in the threshingfloor of Araunah the Jebusite. 19 And David, according to the saying of Gad, went up as the LORD ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

You've Got A Lot Going For You, Part 1: God The Father

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 29, 2019

Too many Christians feel inadequate to be any use to God or their church. Paul reminds the Ephesian Christians of the resources they have going for them.

In any church you’ll find some members who sit on the sidelines, feeling like they don’t really belong on the team. They have heard a number of times that God loves them, but in their hearts, they wonder. They feel a little lonely at church, a little on the sidelines. And they’d like to get to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Dead Works Vs. Godly Service

Contributed by Shawn Raloff on Jun 7, 2003

Nine ways we can distinguish between Dead Works and Godly Service.

Introduction: During World War II, England needed to increase its production of coal if it was going to have any hope of winning the war. Winston Churchill called together labor leaders to enlist their support. And at the end of his presentation he asked them to stand with him and picture in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-36

Denomination: Free Methodist

Watching Our Watch

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Feb 12, 2009

Our are services controled by our watches? It is time to put our watches up and let God have control of our services.

Watching Our Watch Psalm 69:13-21 13 But as for me, my prayer is unto thee, O LORD, in an acceptable time: O God, in the multitude of thy mercy hear me, in the truth of thy salvation. 14 Deliver me out of the mire, and let me not sink: let me be delivered from them that hate me, and out of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:13-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Enemy Part 3: The World Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 17, 2020

This world in which we live, wants to draw us in then destroy our witness, our service to the Lord, our very Christian liives.

Living the Christian life in a world that is opposed to all things Christian is not easy. The morals and the values of a Christian living out their faith will stick out like a sore thumb. We are in a battle. Every day, every hour, every minute. As we had already studied: Ephesians 6:12 For our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Eulogy Jewelyn Barnes

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 14, 2013

This is a service for a woman loved by her family, she was not involved in church but the family stated she had a relationship with God.

Jeweln Yvonne Barnes by Rick Gillespie-Mobley Ecclesiastes 3:1-3:14 Jewelyn Barnes On August 6th, in a very small town called Columbia , in the heart of southern Mississippi, in the year 1936, God sent a little bundle of life and potential to Joe ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Serving In The Shadows Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 26, 2010

A sermon examining those who serve behind the scenes.

SERVING IN THE SHADOWS Acts 1:15-26 (Antioch Baptist Church – Sunday March 9th, 2025) Church history records the names of many devoted servants of God. The Book of Acts tells us about Paul, Silas, Barnabas, Mark, Luke, and many others. We know the names of notable preachers, pastors, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral For "A Martha"

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 15, 2010

Many times we take a look at another person, and for us we look at Scripture, and say that our loved one embodies so much of what was expressed by another. For ******, she has been described as Martha, one of Jesus’ dear friends, from Luke 10.

FUNERAL FOR “A MARTHA” ************* MAY 17, 2010 SCRIPTURE John 14:1-4 "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. 2In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3And if I go and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now That's Living!

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 17, 2001

Funeral service for Margaret Waddy, retired social worker and community ministry volunteer who, in dementia, became concerned about the depletion of her finances.

I don’t know anybody who has all they really want. Not really. Not everything. Oh, some of you will piously pretend to be satisfied, but, in my experience, all of us fantasize about having more. Occasionally I watch “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire?” and I will shout answers at a deaf TV screen, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Your Christian Life Review - Part 2 - People & Primary Relationships Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

A review of how we have gone in the last 12 months with our relationship with God in the areas of Programs (Service), People and our Primary Relationship

Your Christian Life Review - Part 2 Well we are into a new Millenium and I hope that you had a good night last Sunday in anticipation of the midnight milestone. We had some crazy neighbours who enjoyed themselves. You know that telephone add where two mates just scream down the phone to each ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Take To Be Great In The Eyes Of God? Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 2, 2004

Disciples of Jesus was given a new perspective on greatness. We learn to (1) find greatness in serving and (2) make Jesus the benchmark of true service.

To be great is to serve. We don’t ASCEND to greatness, but descend into greatness.  To be great in this world is to put importance on oneself; to be great in God’s Kingdom is to serve the needs of man.  The world sees greatness in those who exercise power and authority but God sees ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Is Called To Service In He Kingdom

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Apr 11, 2003

Using the story of Elisha’s literal call to ministry as an allegory, we can draw several truths from this passage concerning whom God chooses to call into a work for Him.

WHO IS CALLED TO SERVICE IN THE KINGDOM © 2002 Mark Beaird Text: 1 Kings 19:19-21 Many say that they want to be greatly used or at least used in some way in the Kingdom of God, and yet, the lack of action in their lives betrays their words. However, the truth is that if we do not want to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Funeral Service Male Age 21

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Jun 6, 2001

Funeral Service for Male, Age 21 who died tragically by his own hand.

Funeral.088 Brian Patrick Sykes, Age 21 From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Saturday, June 2, 2001 Prelude: Organist Processional: Organist plays hymn “Just When I Need Him Most” On behalf of the O’Quinn and Sykes family, and from the heart and soul of the fellowship of Bayview ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:29, Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

You Were Shaped For God's Service Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 6, 2003

Part of a series on Rick Warren’s The Purpose-Driven Life. Worship without service is idolatry; fellowship without service is self-indulgence; discipleship without service is perfectionism. Pay the price of service.

Not long ago an insurance salesman called, wanting to sell me long-term care insurance. I was tempted to tell him I had an unbeatable plan for long-term care, called heaven, but I didn’t. Not this time, anyway, because some aches and pains we had been feeling did remind us that we might actually ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Service - Pit Stops Along The Way

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jan 19, 2009

Giving without heart is nothing more than dutiful response in an effort to relieve us of guilt or convince ourselves we’re good people.

The American Memorial Day weekend automobile race known as the Indianapolis 500 (a.k.a. Indy 500) attracts 400,000 spectators every year! It is probably the largest single sporting event that draws such a large crowd. The race requires many pit-stops – tire changes, fuel, oil, or repairs when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Salvation Army