Sermons on Equipping Ministry:

Bad Ministry

Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 29, 2000

The Song of Solomon contains much allegory related to the church today -- this sermon deals with condemnation of others.

INTRODUCTION. A. We are going to be examining a scripture from the Song of Solomon, looking at its meaning and its implications for the church today. B. In the Song of Solomon, the Shulamite girl is representative of the Bride of Christ, or in this and several other instances in the ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Addicted To The Ministry

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 22, 2001

What does a functioning ministry team look like? See the characteristics...

October 21, 2001 13Be on guard. Stand true to what you believe. Be courageous. Be strong. 14And everything you do must be done with love. 15You know that Stephanas and his household were the first to become Christians in Greece,and they are spending their lives in service to other Christians. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist

The Ministry In Jerusalem

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001

This is an inductive study of the Jerusalem ministry of Jesus with a focus on major themes and structural elements.

The Jerusalem Ministry Narrative I. Divide and Title A. Segmental Divisions 19.28-21.4 Jesus enters and claims the Kingdom 21:5-38 Jesus predicts the destruction of Jerusalem B. Paragraph Divisions 19:28-44 The Entry 19:45-48 Jesus clears the Temple 20:1-8 Religious leaders question Jesus’ ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is Ministry?

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Nov 4, 2002

The feeding of the 5000 shows us what is involved in doing ministry.

Text: Mark 6: 30- 44 Title: What is ministry? Introduction Most of us have heard of the word ‘ ministry’ but what does it mean? From our text we will discover what ministry means from a practical application. 1. Ministry is work.(v30-31) “ The Apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Women In Ministry

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2001

This bible study looks at how some of the issues of women in ministry can be discussed in a biblical framework supporting women.

Women In Ministry Glenville New Life Community Church Life-Sharing Many Christians are divided over different roles that women should fulfill in the life of the church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:34-35, 1 Corinthians 11:5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ministry Of The Deacon

Contributed by Gerald Cornelius on Mar 27, 2001

What scripture says about the role of deacon.

THE MINISTRY OF THE DEACON TEXT: ACTS 6;1-6, I TIMOTHY 3:8-13 Introduction Let’s begin with a question. Is the deacon ministry necessary and valid in today’s church? A fellow pastor in another state said that he didn’t have deacons in his church and would not permit the church to ordain any ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-6, 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Of Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 28, 2002

Jesus wants us to practice a ministry of reconciliation.

GO FOR IT: THE MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION! How shall we handle discord and opposition? Where do we bend? Where do we stand? Is the hill worth dying for? Noah needed to devise a system to tell if the waters were low enough to support life. Noah’s test was simple, let a dove fly out of the ark. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18, Matthew 5:21-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Supporting The Ministry Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jun 17, 2002

A deductive exposition of selected texts on supporting the church’s ministry with attendance, lifestyle and financial giving.

Introduction: 1. This is God’s church because gave His life for us (Acts 20:28). 2. “Commitment” is so important to God that He searches the world for it (2 Chronicles 16:9). Each Sunday this month, we are becoming aware of a different commitment you and I can make to God through His church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:2, Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Messiah's Ministry Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 4, 2008

Not only does the passage state the mission of Christ, it also relays the mission of the Church. What God did when He became flesh in Jesus Christ was to identified with man. Believers are to identify with Christ also.

ISAIAH 61: 1-3 THE MESSIAH’S MISSION [Luke 4: 18-19] The Messianic Servant was appointed to bring the good news of God’s salvation to mankind. He would be empowered by the Spirit of YAHWEH to minister the accompanying blessings of salvation also. The Messiah’s most potent instrument for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Heart

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 31, 2008

Joy in ministry is not only possible but guaranteed if we’re doing what He has called us to with the right motives and heart - this message to Christian workers will encourage you in the battle!

Eph.3:7-8 - “I became a servant of this gospel by the gift of God’s grace given me through the working of his power. Although I am less than the least of all God’s people, this grace was given me: to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ.” Mt.3:11, Mk.1:7, Lk.3:16, Jn.1:27, Acts ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ministry Of Honour

Contributed by S S on Feb 10, 2009

Sermon on 1 Sam 2:12-36 - Ministry of Honour

1 Sam 2:12-36 Ministry of Honour Introduction History is filled with several examples of leaders who failed. In 1985, the 3rd president of Singapore, Devan Nair, resigned alleged due to his alcoholism. In 1999, the 42nd president of the United States, Bill Clinton, faced an impeachment case ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-36

Denomination: *other

The Ministry Of Thornes

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 8, 2008

WHEN GOD ALLOWS OR CAUSES US TO GO THROUGH PAINFUL THINGS THAT ACTUALLY BENEFIT US MORE IN THE LONG RUN THAN THE GOOD THINGS.

THE MINISTRY OF THORNS VS. THE MINISTRY OF THRONES *** The Gospel and the gift of God are structured so wonderfully that the very enemies and forces that are marshaled to fight against us actually help pave our way to success. *** Those forces can be used the same way an eagle uses the fierce ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ministry Of Suffering

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 14, 2008

When is suffering ministry?

19For God is pleased with you when you do what you know is right and patiently endure unfair treatment. 20Of course, you get no credit for being patient if you are beaten for doing wrong. But if you suffer for doing good and endure it patiently, God is pleased with you. 21For God called you to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-25

Denomination: United Methodist

An Approved Ministry Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 14, 2009

Paul continues reporting events that occurred after his Damascus rd encounter with the Living Lord. He tells of his conversion & the yrs following to show that his message came from God alone.

GALATIONS 1:17-24 AN APPROVED MINISTRY Acts 9:26-30 Paul continues reporting events that occurred after his life altering Damascus road encounter with the Living Lord. He tells of his conversion and the years following to show that his message came from God alone. His gospel and his ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Ministry Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on May 16, 2009

Our ministry is depended on our effectiveness. Some instructions to improve our ministry to the needy in the community.

Minister effectively, Acts 3:1-7 1. Find a prayer partner. Acts 3:1 1 NOW PETER and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour (three o’clock in the afternoon), Jesus had Pater, John and James. Paul had a Silas, This Cripples had too- but for the wrong purpose… 2. Get ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God