Sermons on Equipped For Service:

Borrowed Time

Contributed by Ed Wood on Aug 27, 2008

A message about God’s reward for faithful service.

BORROWED TIME 2 Kings 20:1-2 INTRO: What would you do, if you were told that you were about to die, and told to get your house in order? These verses tell the story of a man who had served God well, and was given some added years because of his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Vineyard Series

Contributed by Timothy Riggs on Sep 12, 2006

God has strategically placed you in a place of service.

A DAY IN THE WORKPLACE THE VINEYARD Matthew 21:33-46 INTRODUCTION Parable Identification 1. Landowner God 2. Wicked tenants Israel’s Leaders 3. Servants Prophets 4. Landowner’s Son Jesus Jesus makes it clear in verse 42 that the builders rejected the stone that was to be the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Holiness

Love One Another

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 28, 2013

A very short talk for an all-age communion service.

Boys and girls do you love weddings? Is Ella here? Two years ago Ella was one of the brides at our Buttsbury role-play weddings here and she was great! I recently worked out that in the last 11 years I have married no less than 32 women! Oh, and 32 men. I mentioned this to some year 5 children ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35

Denomination: Anglican

The Ministry Of Refreshment

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

Onesiphorus did a great service to the church by serving Paul.

2 Timothy 1:16-18 KJV The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain: [17] But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found me. [18] The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day: and in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Serving Jesus Toegether Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 17, 2012

When we grow together we will service together

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • John MacArthur Jr. shares the following story. • After World War II, a group of German students volunteered to help rebuild an English cathedral that had been severely damaged by German bombs. As work progressed, they became concerned about a large statue ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 6: Bringing Down The Walls

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

God Blesses Repetitive Service Done in Faith and Obedience.

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 6: Bringing Down The Walls August 19, 2012 A. APPROACHING THE BATTLE 1. Our battle plan comes from God. “I have given you Jericho, its kings, and all its mighty warriors” (6:2). ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:6-21

Denomination: Baptist

Borders

Contributed by William Nieporte on Feb 4, 2013

Thanksgiving sermon preached at a community service in Richmond, Virginia.

Borders Luke 17:11-19 Borders can be places of drama and danger. I’m not just talking about the borders between nations and peoples. Those places are bad enough. Usually, if a nation crosses the border into another country, they are marching either to victory or defeat. Dig through your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Short Funeral Sefvice For A Pastor`s Wife.

Contributed by Thomas Clark on Jun 6, 2018

A short service or even a committel for a pastor`s wife.

A Psalm of David. 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not [a]want. 2 He makes me to lie down in [b]green pastures; He leads me beside the [c]still waters. 3 He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Baker's Dirty Dozen

Contributed by Gerald Manning on Mar 11, 2017

Thirteen points that call us to repentance ... a Lenten service.

A BAKER'S DIRTY DOZEN 2 Tim 2:22-26 Run away from infantile indulgence. Run after mature righteousness—faith, love, peace—joining those who are in honest and serious prayer before God. Refuse to get involved in inane discussions; they always end up in fights. God’s servant must not be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22-26, 2 Timothy 7:21-23, Mark 7:21

Denomination: Nazarene

What Can We Learn About Backsliding? Lesson 29 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2017

God uses desert experiences to prepare us for service

A. SETTLING FOR THE GREAT BACKSLIDE: Numbers 13, 14 1. Israel was within sight of the Promised Land. “It truly flows with milk and honey…” (13:27). 2. The people wanted to walk by sight. “Every one of you came near to me and said, “Let us send men before us and let ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

What Really Makes Me A Fool Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 13, 2018

Sermon for an Easter Sunrise Service on April Fool's Day

ENGAGE As most of you probably know, today is not only Easter, but it is also April Fool’s day. Although that occurs more often than you might think, the last time this occurred was back in 1956. The next occurrence will be 11 years from now in 2029. So it’s certainly possible that some of you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Story Through The Eyes Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Dec 7, 2017

A Candlelight service told mostly through the eyes of Joseph

Christmas Eve Candlelight service Saturday, December 24, 2016 The following narrative is based on scriptures from Matthew 1 and Luke 1 & 2 and from On this Holy Night by Max Lucado. I did this as a first person monologue and my daughter helped me out by playing Mary. Please feel free to use ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Friends

Lord's Supper

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 26, 2018

A Lord's Supper Service that focuses on Jesus' Second Coming.

“Genesis 1” video So Will I [D] Welcome and Announcements Instructions for the Lord’s Supper: 1. All who have placed your faith in Jesus are welcome to participate since you are a member of “the church” even if you are not a member of this local church. 2. If you haven’t put your faith in Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Memoria For Our Son That Died From Alcoholism

Contributed by Melvin Myers on Jul 17, 2015

Sermon i preached for my sons memorial service

Prayer Marty and I would like to Thank you for coming and showing your love and support for us and to our son and Brother in Christ. Grief is the last act of love we have to give those we loved. Where there is deep grief, there was great love Read Obituary………. Steve Myers born ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Bible Church

Soccer World Cup 2010 - 4 Reasons Why It Reminds Us Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Jun 15, 2010

A short Gospel talk for an family/all-age service.

Reasons why the Soccer World Cup reminds us of the Christian Life Introduction The world cup just started! I love soccer! These days I don’t play it - I watch it! But did you know that the World Cup reminds us of the Christian life?! 1. There’s a Prize to Win The dream of every Soccer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Baptist