Sermons on effective service:

Effective Ministers

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 27, 2017

How can we become effective ministers of Christ? How can we become an effective church? - As far as ministry is concerned, Apostle Paul is one of the most effective Ministers to emulate.

EFFECTIVE MINISTERS Study Text: Colossians 1:24-29 Introduction: - How can we become effective ministers of Christ? How can we become an effective church? - As far as ministry is concerned, Apostle Paul is one of the most effective Ministers to emulate. - In many ways, by the grace of God, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ripple Effect

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 13, 2023

Conflict between the old and the new can lay the foundation for growth, even if the self-examination and change can be painful.

One afternoon when I was 14 or 15, my father and I down in a bottom of a large hole in the side yard digging a septic tank. We were digging with a trowel and a pair of pruning shears, because the ground was so laced with tough, springy ivy roots that you couldn’t use a shovel, you had to scrape ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be An Effective Dad

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on May 6, 2016

A Father's Day sermon that will encourage encourage men to be effective dads!

Any musician will tell you that you have to spend time with your instrument in order to become an accomplished musician. When American pianist Michael Levine was asked about being a parent, he said, “Having children makes you no more a parent than having a piano makes you a pianist.” ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serve With Effectiveness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 23, 2003

This is the 1st sermon in the series "A Faithful Servant".

Series: A Faithful Servant (2 Timothy)[#1] SERVE WITH EFFECTIVENESS 2 Timothy 1:1-14 Introduction: 2 Timothy 1:1-14 1. Paul’s 2nd letter to Timothy is of a personal nature. 2. This letter speaks of being a faithful servant. 3. We will look at 2 service goals and barriers in our text this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Leadership

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

Every Christian has certain responsibilities...and to live the Christian life we have to fall under the leadership of Christ because He is the head of our church. And we are all subject to Him, whether we are elected leaders...or members...or just occasio

EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP LEVITICUS 10:1 2 The story is told about a lion...and this lion was very proud of his leadership over the animal kingdom. One day he decided to make sure all the other animals knew he was the king of the jungle. He was so confident that he by passed the smaller animals and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1-2

The Effect Of Judgment Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 19, 2004

Jeremiah is a book of God’s judgment upon Judah... but Jeremiah’s prophecies seemed to affect only one man - Jeremiah.

OPEN: As the crowded airliner was about to take off, the peace was shattered by a five-year-old boy who picked that moment to throw a wild temper tantrum. No matter what his frustrated, embarrassed mother did to try to calm him down, the boy continued to scream furiously and kick the seats around ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:17-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ripple Effect Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007

I preach expository messages, and this is the seventeenth in my series on the Book of Acts.

“The Ripple Effect” Acts 9:32-43 September 2, 2007 Hannibal used to say, “I love it when a plan comes together!” Luke has been setting the stage for the coming-together of God’s grand plan of expanding the gospel to all people, and today’s text demonstrates the continued “widening” of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Effective Prayer

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jan 21, 2005

This sermon on prayer answers two basic questions: "How can I be effective in prayer?" and "What hinders prayer and makes it ineffective?"

Sanctifying Grace --I Thessalonians 5:22-24 This dirty glass represents each one of us as a sinner separated from God. Washing the glass makes it clean; that’s Justifying Grace, what the Holy Spirit does in my live the moment I say “yes” to God’s offer of forgiveness and a personal relationship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Methodist

Service

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 28, 2004

Explanation of Service as parralleled by the Soldiers of our nation. Calling on the church as well as non-belivers to make a choice, join up, and finally make sacrifices for the betterment of Gods Kingdom.

Question of the Day: How many of us serve or have served in the Untied States Armed Forces. Now how many know who times 2003 Person of the year was? Answer: US Soldier. 1. What did these individuals have to do to serve. (4 things I See) a) A choice must be made ( to serve or not to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15-33

Denomination: Baptist

Service Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 28, 2000

This sermon is based on the parable of Jesus. The Estate Owner.

What's In It for Me? - Service When you work for God - you work for the best! Excited about the youth here at MCC. They are involved in Ministry and Service. They are involved in Giving - several have made commitments to our "4a1k" Campaign Wonderful when someone at a young age gives their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Aug 5, 2001

What does it mean to serve as Christ did?

If I were to ask you to describe yourself in one word; if I were to ask what one adjective best sums up your identity, what would you say? If you met someone for the first time, and they asked, "What are you?" how would you answer? What single term would you give in response to that question? You ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Service Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 15, 2001

A series of sermons from Richard Foster’s book "Celebration of Discipline." A top 10 book for any Christian!

CELEBRATION OF DISCIPLINE: SERVICE JOHN 13:1-17 INTRODUCTION William Law made a lasting impact upon 18th century England with his book, A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life. In it, Law urges this Christian that every day should be viewed as a day of humility. And how does he suggest that ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Mar 20, 2004

42 But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.

Luke 10:38-42 38 Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus’ feet, and heard his word. 40 But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Service

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

The sermon focuses on our need to share Christ.

The past few years as your pastor have been incredible. This year, my first year as your pastor at Sandridge Baptist Church, has been incredible. Throughout this year, there have been many pleasant surprises and Joys, but the greatest joy has been seeing different ones of you encounter God while ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Service Series

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Apr 25, 2006

Building God’s Church through Service(Bob Russell - When God Build’s a Church)

Ministers often hear excuses from folks whom they have asked to serve in some role in church. The next time you feel like GOD can’t use you, just remember... Noah was a drunk Abraham was too old Isaac was a daydreamer Jacob was a liar Leah was ugly Joseph was abused Moses had a stuttering ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ