Sermons on Efficient Vs Effective:

Marks Of An Effective Minister Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

16th in the series dealing with Paul's example of an effective ministry. From his testimony about himself I draw several critical elements that should characterized any effective ministry of Jesus Christ.

Ephesians Series #16 “Marks of an Effective Minister” Eph 3:1-13 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 B. Paul prayed for their enlightenment 1:15-23 Hope of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Effective Witnessing To Christ

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 22, 2017

The reason that the Early Church was able to preach the Gospel is because the Holy Spirit fell on them at Pentecost.

THE ETERNAL GOD AND THE BREVITY OF LIFE Psalm 90 Psalm 90:1. It is remarkable that the children of Israel survived 400 years in Egypt, and for some of that time under unspeakable oppression. Yet despite their hard labour and sorrow, the LORD had been their dwelling place “from generation to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-32

Denomination: Anglican

The Butterfly Effect Of Prayer Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 1, 2016

A simple prayer can have amazing impact

The European union was fracturing along national lines. Political and religious rivalries had caused chasms of separation to grow, so that a threat to one part was even seen as a good thing to other parts of the continent. A resurgent Islamic state had taken territory and executed hundreds, even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Catholic

Powerful And Effective Prayer Series

Contributed by Floyd Steverson on Apr 6, 2017

Sermon from the series "Practical Christian Living" on powerful and effective prayer.

Powerful and Effective Prayer James 5:13 Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises. 14 Is anyone among you sick? He should call for the elders of the church, and they should pray over him after anointing him with olive oil in the name of the Lord. 15 ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Fervent Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jun 1, 2013

Prayer that brings results must be based on the Word of God. God’s Word is a seed that produces a harvest when sown.

Effective Fervent Prayer James 5:16 - The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much. We have the assurance that all our prayers will be answered. James gives us an indication of what fervent effective prayers can produce. James 5:17 - “Elijah was a man with a nature like ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16-17

Denomination: Charismatic

Barriers To Effective Prayer

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 12, 2013

What kind of things in our life can get in the way of us praying like we should as Christians. This sermon gives a few of those things.

If someone is listening to your prayers, and they were making a judgment about your relationship with the Lord solely on your prayers, how strong of a relationship with the Lord will those who hear you pray say that you have? Will they say that it looks like you know the Lord, and that His will is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Effectively Sharing The Gospel Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 21, 2013

let us follow the example of paul, silas, and timothy

How did Evangelical Christianity come to America?? Evangelical Christianity came to America mainly from England in the 17th Century! Now look at this map; we can note the spread of Christianity from the 4th to the 7th Century. We are currently studying the First Letter to the Thessalonian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Foundation For Effective Ministry Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 22, 2012

EVERY FOLLOWER OF CHRIST SHOULD KNOW WHAT A CHURCH NEEDS TO EMBRACE AND DO IN ORDER TO REALLY WORK FOR CHRIST

THE FOUNDATION FOR EFFECTIVE MINISTRY Acts 4:32-37 All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. 33 With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Instructions For Effective Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 2, 2022

2 Timothy 2:1-7 gives instructions for effective ministry.

Introduction David and Louise Turpin currently sit in a California jail. They were sentenced to life in prison in February 2019. The two of them had secretly kept their 13 children in captivity for years—possibly even decades. Some of the children were so isolated from society that they barely ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Mirror Effect: No Joy?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 19, 2024

Where there is little joy there will be great strife. Joy is a daily choice. You must learn the value of daily choices.

THE MIRROR EFFECT? WHERE THERE IS NO JOY STRIFE THRIVES! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com There are two approaches to life. 1. DO I HAVE TO… 2. I GET TO, I WANT TO, I GET TO… Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long suffering, gentleness, goodness, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11, Isaiah 40:30, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ripple Effect Of Strive

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 28, 2024

United we stand, divided we fall is very true. God's enemies hide in the dark corners of strife. God uses unity and harmony to come together in harmony and peace.

THE RIPPLE EFFECT OF STRIFE: THE MATCH OF STRIFE. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (Two part) DISCUSS RIPPLE EFFECT: continuing and spreading results of an action. What is the power of one match? Larry Carter and I were discussing the difference ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:15, Proverbs 30:33, Matthew 12:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Disastrous Effects Of Impatience Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 21, 2023

Even when the times are tough, and we feel like God should act … we must wait on Him! Abram and Sarai refused to hear this, and acted impulsively to usher in the birth of a child.

Introduction - 2023 has had one primary “purpose”: To know there is a God! -- Continuing our series, “Alpha and Omega”; examining the beginning to the end - Last week we examined the promise God gave Abram which is also for us! -- Even in the face of despair and frustration (which many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16, Psalm 62:5, Romans 12:1-2, Psalm 27:14, James 1:2-4, Genesis 49:18, 1 Peter 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Boomerang Effect

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 10, 2023

A Boomerang is defined as a curved stick, that when thrown in a particular way, comes back to the person who threw it.

Dr. Carmen Harra, a Romanian-born clinical psychologist, intuitive counselor and writer once remarked: “In America, karma is best expressed in popular phrases like what goes around, comes around and what you sow, you will reap. Karma has also been referred to as having a boomerang effect where the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15, Matthew 6:33, Philippians 2:4, Proverbs 19:17

Strategies For Effective Witnessing

Contributed by Ivy Drafor-Amenyah on Mar 22, 2023

Souls mean a lot to the Lord who has called us into ministry. We need the right strategies to help us be effective in winning souls.

INTRODUCTION There are many people who desire to hear the gospel and be changed. Many of them are tired of their lives and want something meaningful, something real, something they can live for and die for. They just do not know how to identify their real need. There are people in high places who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:6-12, Titus 2:15, Acts 17:22-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of Effective Communication

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Feb 27, 2020

Healthy or effective communication breathes life into every relationship.

THE POWER OF EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION "The mouth of the righteous speaks wisdom, And his tongue talks of justice." Psalm 37:30. Effective communication skills can be developed and experienced when our mouths are full of God’s wisdom. "Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:30, Colossians 4:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational