Sermons on divine mandate:

The Mandate Behind Missions Series

Contributed by David Coe on Nov 11, 2000

This sermon describes the MANDATE behind mission work.

THE MANDATE BEHIND MISSIONS Matthew 28:18-20 I. THE AUTHORITY - vs.18 "All power is given unto me..." Cp-Jn. 3:34-35, Eph. 1:20-22, 1Pet. 3:21-22 II. THE ASSIGNMENT - vs.19,20 "Go ye therefore and teach all nations..." "Teaching them to observe..." Cp-Mk. 16:15-16 III. THE AFFIRMATION - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Missions: The Great Mandate

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 26, 2004

Missons must be the heartbeat of our church.

Matthew 28:18-20 Missions: The Great Mandate Introduction A. Beginning today and continuing through the 18th of this month I want to bring a short series of messages that deal with this subject of missions. It has been rightly said that missions is the heartbeat of God, and it must also be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Missions: The Messiah's Mandate Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Nov 5, 2003

This message takes the Great Commission and illustrates the Mandate of the Messiah to reach our World for Christ and reveals the Messiah’s methodology in the process.

Missions: The Messiah’s Mandate Matthew 12:21; 28:18-20 ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) Matthew 12:21 “In His name the nations will put their hope.” “Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. [19] Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Missions: The Great Mandate

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

Mission work actually involves a broad spectrum of evangelistic work, what is missions? It is all of our work, empowered by the Holy Spirit to proclaim Jesus Christ and share the blessings of the Christian faith with all who are strangers to His grace.

Missions: The Great Mandate Matthew 28:18-20 Introduction It has been rightly said that missions is the heartbeat of God, and it must also be the heartbeat of each and every church. It is my prayer and desire that our church would develop an even greater vision for missions, and that every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Church’s Mandate Series

Contributed by Billy Noel on Jan 2, 2010

The church’s primary function is to win souls

The Church’s Mandate Matthew 28:16-20 James Stewart says “defective evangelism produces defective Christianity and defective Christianity produces defective churches and defective churches produce defective Christianity and defective Christianity makes for defective evangelism, it’s a vicious ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Preaching: Antiquated Or Mandated?

Contributed by Matthew Grise on May 14, 2009

2 Timothy 4:1-5. The necessity of preaching the word of God is seen in the ministry of Timothy.

PREACHING: ANTIQUATED OR MANDATED? 2 TIMOTHY 4:1-5 INTRODUCTION - Every Sunday morning, millions of people around the world gather together in buildings, huts, houses, or whatever else provides an acceptable meeting place, for the purpose of worshiping Jesus Christ, a man who claimed to be God, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Mandate Of Christian Living

Contributed by John Harper on Feb 3, 2009

Live with honor and make the effort to qualify for the prize.

II Peter 3:11-18 December 17, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God “The Mandate of Christian Living” Introduction: I. MANNER OF LIVING (vs. 11-13) A. Live with honor 1. Honor God with holy living 2. Honor God with godly living B. Live in humility 1. Be humble as we look forward to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:11-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mandate-For Evangelism!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 24, 2016

The nearest thing to the heart of God is Evangelism. Some of the last words Jesus spoke to the church was to go and preach the gospel.

MANDATE-FOR EVANGELISM! The nearest thing to the heart of God is Evangelism. Some of the last words Jesus spoke to the church was to go and preach the gospel. I. MANDATE-FOR EVANGELISM. - Mark 16:15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. A. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20

Fulfilling The Mandate Of Christ

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 27, 2021

Christ gave all believers a mandate to fulfil. He empowered believers with the resources required to fulfil the mandate. Are you fulfilling the mandate of Christ. What is your excuse?

TEXT: Isaiah 61:1-3 "The Spirit of the Sovereign lord is upon me, for the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to comfort the brokenhearted and to proclaim that captives will be released and prisoners will be freed. He has sent me to tell those who mourn that the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Luke 4:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reaching The Unreached People Groups Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

The call to reach the unreached is not optional; it is a divine mandate. Every believer has a role to play in fulfilling the Great Commission. Whether through personal evangelism, prayer, financial support, or mission work, we must be intentional about spreading the gospel.

REACHING THE UNREACHED PEOPLE GROUPS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Matthew 24:14 "And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come." Supporting Texts: Romans 10:13-15, Revelation 7:9, Acts 1:8, Mark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14, Romans 10:13-15, Revelation 7:9, Acts 1:8, Mark 16:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Church Visions PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

Emphasize the importance and significance of the Great Commission, a mandate from Jesus Christ, and to encourage believers to live it out in their everyday lives.

Good morning, my beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to reflect on the powerful mandate given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ, a mandate that has shaped the mission and purpose of the Church for over two millennia. This mandate, known as The Great Commission, is the bedrock of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Topics: Great Commission

Is Tithing A Mandate Or Human Tradition?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 10, 2025

This message takes an honest and impartial look at what the Bible says about Tithing, what it was, its biblical history, and how and why it was implemented.

“See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ.” (Colossians 2:8 NIV) Too many Christians feel guilty and Tithe out of obligation rather than love. Some ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8, Matthew 6:19-24, Malachi 3:6-12, Mark 12:41-44, John 10:12-13, Luke 20:46, 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Acts 2:42-47, Hebrews 6:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Earthly Dominion Mandate Series

Contributed by Sebastien Richard on Feb 15, 2020

Have you ever wondered what was the most central teaching of Jesus during His earthly ministry? So, what was it? What was Jesus’ main teaching? The most central, repetitive, insistent, and prevalent teaching of Jesus in the Gospels, by far, was about… THE KINGDOM OF GOD!

By Sebastien Richard, Author and Bible teacher, Thriving on Purpose Ministries: https://www.thrivingonpurpose.com/ Our earthly dominion mandate Today, we are beginning an important journey together. We believe this journey will: Open your mind Open your eyes Strengthen your faith Boost your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

When Shifting Happens PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024

This sermon explores Moses' transformation and divine purpose, reminding us of God's love and His unique plan for each of our lives.

Good morning and welcome to our sanctuary of shared faith, where we gather to celebrate the enduring love and infinite wisdom of our Heavenly Father. As we gather here today, let us remember that we are not just here to listen and learn, but to grow and glow in His divine light. Today, we're going ...read more

Topics: Lord, Shift Me

Missions: The Heartbeat Of God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2025

Missions is not just an activity of the church—it is the very heartbeat of God. From Genesis to Revelation, God’s desire has always been to reach the lost and bring them into His kingdom.

MISSIONS: THE HEARTBEAT OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 28:18-20 "And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15, Acts 1:8, Romans 10:13-15, Isaiah 6:8, John 20:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God