Sermons on Effectual Ministry:

Stand In The Gap Series

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Oct 1, 2016

In every generation of the kingdom of God, He is looking for bold men and women of God to make their stand of faith and preach the word.

“Stand In the Gap!” Ezekiel 22:30, I Kings 16:29-17:1 Ezekiel 22:30 “I searched for a person to stand in the gap before Me for the land, that I should not destroy it; but I found no one.” Read: I Kings 16:29-17:1 29 Now Ahab the son of Omri became king over Israel in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Minister The Word Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 6, 2017

The apostles devoted themselves to the ministry of the word (Acts 6.4) which involved the Internal, External, and Eternal Mission of God's word.

1. You are flying at 30,000 feet. Which wing of the airplane do you think is more important, the right or left? BOTH, of course! Welcome to Biblical thinking; both-and rather than either/or 2. The same is true in our walk with God – Acts 6.4 a. The problem solved with servants so the apostles could ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Have You Sent For Me?

Contributed by Steven Cordle on Feb 14, 2018

A look at the work of the preacher. This is the first sermon I preach in a new congregation. I received the original outline from Wayne Burger at the Bear Valley Bible Institute in Denver and modified it over the years.

Change is something new and exciting. Not only that, it can be scary because when things change there is a certain unknown element we face. What will change bring? Will it be for the good or bad? Will this work? Did I make the right decision? All of these questions and thoughts are natural ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Manifestation Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 2, 2013

A study on the nine manifestation gifts of the Spirit.

The Manifestation Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 - But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Charismatic

Understanding Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

Spiritual gifts are given to prepare God's people for service and for building up the body of Christ.

Understanding Spiritual Gifts The spiritual gifts can be found in the following passages of Scripture: Romans 12:6-8 - Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, let us prophesy in proportion to our faith; or ministry, let us use it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Charismatic

Living By The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

51st message from Ephesians continuing a discussion of the Holy Spirit's ministry.

“The Fruit of Living by the Spirit” I. Names and Titles of the Holy Spirit II. Origin of the Holy Spirit III. Nature and Character of the Holy Spirit IV. References to the Holy Spirit V. The Holy Spirit’s Ministry in the Old Testament VI. The Holy Spirit’s Ministry in the New Testament ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Christ, The Judge

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 31, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a judge? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST is Appointed Judge of the world. IV. TEXT: Acts 17:31 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) For he has set a day for judging the

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a judge? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST is Appointed Judge of the world. IV. TEXT: Acts 17:31 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) For he has set a day for judging the world with justice by the man he has appointed, and he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace At Work 12 - Evangelists Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 3, 2013

The Ministry Gifts - Evangelists Was the gospel you received "Good News"? Are modern televangelists accurate representatives of this gift?

Dakota Community Church February 3, 2013 Grace at Work - 12a Evangelist Ephesians 4:11-13 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13

Denomination: Mennonite

The Dawning Of The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 5, 2013

Matthew writes his commentary from a historical Jewish viewpoint, but God is the "ghost-writer" through the Holy Spirit. Jesus reveals the light of God's Kingdom and of His grace. In This study we see the Light of the Gospel in the beginning of Jesus' M

The Dawning of the Kingdom of Heaven Matthew 4:12-22 If you have spent one hour watching TV or a movie in the last week, please take 15 minutes to read this! The question MOST people ask themselves when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

What He Did He Wants To Do

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

Jesus came to do great things and that hasn’t changed. He is still the same.

 Talk about respecting these men and women.  Talk about others that you respect. o I respect my parents for raising 8 kids and instilling values in our lives. o I respect the men and women of the military who fight to keep us free. o I respect the national and local elected ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by David Heflin on Jan 27, 2009

This is a sermon I used for Mother’s Day about the Syrian Phoencian woman and her incredible encounter with Jesus

Pride and Prejudice Mark 7:24-30 5/11/08 (Mother’s Day) PSCOC Intro: 41/41 cent stamps. I went into the post office on Friday to mail off some fundraising letters. I needed 41 stamps. So, I asked the cashier for 41 stamps. She thought I had asked if they had 41 cent stamps, which of course, is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Touched By The Savior

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 3, 2009

This sermon deals with the healing of Peter’s mother-in-law and how we can relate to this miracle story.

TOUCHED BY THE SAVIOR Text: Mark 1:29 – 39 In this story, there is more than one setting and more than one story. Someone (Larry W. Hurtado) has pointed out that “Several times Mark connects two stories by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: United Methodist

All Things New Series

Contributed by David Moore on Apr 14, 2010

This sermons shows that the coming of Christ brought a new spiritual order, that Christianity is not Judaism “patched up”.

All Things New Aim: To show that the coming of Christ brought a new spiritual order, that Christianity is not Judaism “patched up”. Text: Mark 2:18-22 Introduction: You don’t see many people with elbow patches these days, have you noticed that? When I was a lad it was quite common to see ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Healing School #1: Healing Is God’s Will Today Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 13, 2011

The goal of today’s message is to convince you through laying a strong Biblical foundation that healing is God’s will today. Because Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever - and He is the Lord who heals us - He is still healing the sick today.

HEALING SCHOOL #1: HEALING IS GOD’S WILL TODAY DOES GOD STILL HEAL TODAY? There are many people who don’t believe that God still heals today. This may be because of (a) personal experience or (b) wrong teaching. THE BIG IDEA: The goal of today’s message is to convince you through laying a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: *other

Be Happy Blessings Of Revelation Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 30, 2010

We are blessed, given the truth which will bring us eternal happiness if we read and take to heart the prophecy – the message of Jesus that is revealed in this prophetic writing.

Outline of Series: The “Be Happy” attitudes of Revelation! Various titles I could have chosen for the series: The Beatitudes of Revelation: The word “Beatitude” comes from a Latin word meaning “happy” or “blessed.” Various forms of the word “bless” are used many times in both the Old and New ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational