Sermons on Equip The Saints:

Recognising Saints!!

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 4, 2007

A sermon for All Saints day that helps us see God’s perspective on who a saint is.

How would you recognise a saint? Often we think of saints as perfect people. Or people who do no wrong. Or people who do everything right. Yet the bible gives us a different idea of who saints are. So the bible is the one place we need to go to recognise who and what God sees as saints. And it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Saints Of God

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 6, 2007

The historical celebration of All Saints Day, combining past and recent martyr’s with Paul’s note that "all living Christians are also to be called saints". The message includes a great story on Grace which no other "religion" offers. the story is from

In Jesus Holy Name November 4, 2007 Text: Revelation 6:9-11 All Saints Day, Redeemer “The Saints of God” November 1st was “All Saints Day.” But our culture, our children, our economy celebrated “All Hallowed Eve” with great enthusiasm. What did we gain? Millions of dollars ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:9-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Remembering A Saint

Contributed by Pr. Lynell Aljoe-Thurman on Nov 8, 2007

God calls us in the watrers of Baptism to be saints of God

Let Us Pray: Merciful Father, endless is your love and compassion for all, especially those who are called by the waters of Baptism to be Saints of God. Through your son Jesus Christ, we are woven together at the feast of everlasting grace. Lord allow us to walk in your ways for your Glory, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Saints And Suffering

Contributed by Hansel Young on Nov 15, 2007

comfort for people who experience pain and tragedy

Saints and Suffering II Chronicles 31:20-21, 32:1 He was a man of justice. He stood for right and proclaimed the truth to his people. He restored the true of worship of God. He saw to it that the nation obeyed the laws of God’s Word. He did all these things with his whole heart. Of all the ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Saints Of God Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

Sermon speaks about the character, worship,fellowship and strenght of saints.

The Saints of God Introduction; This is the last sermon of my series on the book of Philippians. I have preached 35 sermons from the book of Philippians. It is amazing that no matter how many times you will read and study a passage of scripture you can get more out of it. The theme for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:20-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Called To Worship; Equipped To Serve

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Jan 29, 2009

The work of a believer begins with worship of God. Although we benefit from worship, worship is for God.

Called to Worship, Equipped to Serve Psalm 62:5-12; Mark 1:14-20 The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, January 25, 2009 Introduction: Mark’s gospel begins abruptly. In the first thirteen verses, we learn that John the Baptist proclaimed the coming of the Messiah, and that John ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Leadership To Equip People For Ministry

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jan 2, 2011

A sermon on Leadership and the Installation of new officers in the church. The focus is on every member being a minister. How an encounter with Christ can give you someone new to follow.

“To Equip People For Ministry” "And Jesus said to him, "Go your way. Your faith has healed you." And instantly the blind man could see! Then he followed Jesus down the road." Mark 10:52 (NLT) Intro: A young man, who had worked for years on the railroad, wanted a job as the lead ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Whole Church Equipped To Minister Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Oct 4, 2010

God has given the church certain people whose job it is to equip the members of the church so that the whole church functions properly.

Ephesians 4:7-16 The Whole Church Equipped to Minister This week Marcela my wife had a splitting earache. Last weekend it was so painful that she spent most of it in bed with painkillers unable to sleep from pain. Also unable to hear properly. All sounds were just ringing in her ears. First ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Equipping The Body Of Christ For Service

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 31, 2022

This message is about the purpose of leadership in the church, which is to equip the body of Christ for service in the church.

Equipping for Service - Sermon for October 30, 2022 If you have been following along for the last little while, you know that we have been talking about the gifts of the Holy Spirit to the church. Part of the reason that we have been doing this series is so that we can be encouraged that each of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7, Ephesians 4:11-16, Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Warfare: Equipped For The Battle Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023

You are not alone in this spiritual battle. With God's armour, you are equipped to overcome, to stand strong, and to be victorious.

"Spiritual Warfare: Equipped for the Battle" Today, we delve into the scriptures to explore the profound truths about spiritual warfare. Our focal verses are Ephesians 6:12-13 from the New Living Translation: Ephesians 6:12-13 (NLT): "For we are not fighting against ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15, Ephesians 6:16, Ephesians 6:17, 1 Peter 5:8, Ephesians 6:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Equipped #2: Speak Truth Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 22, 2025

Today we are going to focus on two gifts - what some call ‘the speaking gifts’. Although speaking in front of others is a major fear factor, it is necessary for sharing the good news.

Equipped 2: Speak Truth Introduction You probably wouldn’t have any trouble identifying the top five fears that human beings face. -The number one fear is Acrophobia (Fear of Heights) -Number two: Arachnophobia (Fear of Spiders) -Third is Claustrophobia (Fear of Enclosed Spaces) -Aerophobia (Fear ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Equipped #3: Help Out Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 29, 2025

One definition of serving is “the ability to engage in practical deeds of kindness for the benefit of others.” Thom Rainer wrote, “A servant mindset is totally counterintuitive in our culture today.”

Equipped 3: HELP OUT Romans 12:7 Introduction In Matthew 20, the mother of James and John made an unthinkable request of Jesus. “In your Kingdom, please let my two sons sit in places of honor next to you, one on your right and the other on your left.” (Matthew 20:21 NLT).. Seats next to a king ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Equipped #5: The Gift Of Giving Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 12, 2025

In our series on the spiritual gifts found in Romans 12 one gift that we often overlook is giving.”: the gift of giving. Paul writes, '...if it is giving, then give generously.' Let's explore what that means.

EQUIPPED: Giving As A Gift “…if it is giving, then give generously…” Romans 12:8 Introduction In our series on the spiritual gifts found in Romans 12 one gift that we often overlook is giving.”: the gift of giving. Paul writes, '...if it is giving, then give generously.' Let's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Equipped #6: Lead With Diligence Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 18, 2025

Leadership has always been essential to God’s kingdom work. When Paul lists the “equipment” in God’s workshop, he includes leadership—with this qualifier: take it seriously.

Equipped to Lead Romans 12:8 (NLT) “...If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously…” Introduction Our text for the past few weeks has been Romans 12:6-8 (NLT) In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well. So if God has given you the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Equipping For Victory - Dealing With The Devil

Contributed by Rich Wyatt on May 17, 2007

Our fight is not against flesh and blood, but rather against the spiritual realm. Defeat the Devil at his game with SUPERIOR tools.

Equipping for Victory (Dealing with the Devil and Deliverance) Intro to Revival: Revival is defined in Merriam-Webster’s dictionary: renewed attention to or interest in something b : a new presentation or publication of something old. This weekend I want to present revival that is relevant for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-18

Denomination: Church Of God