Sermons on faithfulness to ministry: showing 121-135 of 165,105

The Ministry Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

The five-fold ministry resulted from Christ’s ascension to heaven. These gifts were released by Christ during His ascension and are therefore also known as the ascension gifts. The full expression of the ministry of Jesus requires the full 5-fold ministry

The Ministry Gifts Ephesians 4:7-8 - But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.” Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Incarnational Ministry

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

A challenge to fulfill the Great Commission

“In the beginning the Word already existed. He was with God, and he was God. He was in the beginning with God. He created everything there is. Nothing exists that he didn’t make. Life itself was in him, and this life gives light to everyone. The light shines through the darkness, and the darkness ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ministry Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

Just as the human body has five senses for its protection and care, God has provided five ministry gifts for the protection and care of the body of Christ. The five-fold ministry resulted from Christ’s ascension to heaven. These gifts were released by

The Ministry Gifts Ephesians 4:7-8 - But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.” Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Divine Work Of The Ministry

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2015

To establish that all gifts given to the church are given to achieve unity in accomplishing the “divine work of the ministry.” This lesson deals with the importance of the work of Christ in evangelism and edification.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Divine Officers 2. Divine Operations 3. Divine Objectives Remarks. 1. The time of this letter was written sometime around 60-64 A.D. This letter was one of Paul’s imprisonment epistles (Philippians, Colossians and Philemon) to the church at Ephesus and distributed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Irritating Ministry Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 9, 2011

Jesus had an irritating ministry to the Pharisees. He irritated them to no end. He didn't fit their ideas of a Messiah.

The disciples of John and of the Pharisees were fasting. Then they came and said to Him, "Why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast, but Your disciples do not fast?" And Jesus said to them, "Can the friends of the bridegroom fast while the bridegroom is with them? (No!) As long as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Inside The Ministry Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 26, 2003

A closer look at the relationship between Paul and the Corinthian church is revealing. Motives of ministry that come from God are powerful and effective for the cause of Christ.

True Christian Ministry on the Inside Verses one and two of chapter 6 are a continuation of verses 20-21 of chapter 5. Also at the end of this chapter, verse one of chapter 7 is part of what’s being said at the end of chapter 6. The truth is, the chapters and verses have butchered this letter! ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ministry Of Restoration Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 16, 2014

A sermon examining our responsibility to the fallen Brethren.

The Ministry Of Restoration Galatians 6:1-5 (Companion sermon: "The Ministry Of Reconciliation" 2 Corinthians 5:18-21) James Merritt says in his sermon (Help, I've Fallen And I Can't Get Up) that "you can sum up the function of the church in two words: reconciliation and restoration." ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Profitable For The Ministry

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 5, 2018

All God’s servants are entrusted with gifts and talents by God. God expects us to produce a spiritual profit. At His return He will reward those who increase His investment and punish those who fail to. John Mark was profitable.

PROFITABLE FOR THE MINISTRY 2 Tim. 4:11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR (Pastor’s humor about inconsistent members) 1. In Minnesota three pastors got together. They discovered that all three of their churches had infestations of bats. They decided to compare notes of how they had dealt with the problem. ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gifted For Ministry

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 10, 2007

We are a gifted church, with diversely gifted members, and we need to turn that into creative expressions of love for our community.

I don’t get to watch the Miss America pageant any more. Used to be, every September I would hunker down in front of a TV set and prepare to ogle. Gorgeous gals, we called them, in those Neanderthal days, before our language had to become politically correct. Beauty contest, we called it, before ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Ministry Questioned Series

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Aug 12, 2002

This sermon develops Pauls concern with the Galatian church deserting the gospel, and discrediting his ministry.

Introduction: I. Has your integrity ever been questioned by someone? A. Has your motivation been questioned? B. Has your drive been questioned? C. Purpose? D. Reason for action? E. Life? F. Ministry? II. You’re not alone – the Apostle Paul’s ministry was questioned? A. That is right, the Apostle ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Intentional Ministry Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2012

If we want to minister like Jesus we must be intentional, unconditional and relational.

There’s a story about a local fitness center, which was offering $1,000 to anyone who could demonstrate that they were stronger than the owner of the place. Here’s how it worked. This muscle man would squeeze a lemon until all the juice ran into a glass, and then hand the lemon to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of An Encourager Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 15, 2000

Barnabas is an example of how we should be engaged in a ministry of encouragement.

“The Ministry of an Encourager.” Acts 4:32-37 One of the great tragedies of our time is that there are so few kind people around. There are plenty of mean spirited, critical, cynical people, but there are few who just take the time to be kind as a lifestyle. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of An Encourager Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 18, 2000

The Life of Barnabas is an example of how we should live lifes of encouragement.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 10 “The Ministry of an Encourager.” Acts 4:32-37 One of the great tragedies of our time is that there are so few kind people around. There are plenty of mean spirited, critical, cynical people, but there are few who just take the time to be kind as a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Partners In Ministry

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 17, 2005

God created each of us for a purpose. God endowed us with certain gifts, unique to us alone. We can use these gifts for the building up of the Body of Christ or use them for selfish ends.

Partners in Ministry Philippians 2:1-4 – People matter to God and should matter to you. I Peter 4:10 - “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” I Corinthians 3:9 “We work together as partners who belong to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Ministry Of The Church

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

The ministry of the church includes signs and wonders (the easy part) and also witnessing (the hard part).

The Ministry of the Church Acts 5:12-42 THE EASY PART: WONDERS AND SIGNS (5:12-16) The church triumphed over Satan. They were still: Unified (5:12) Magnified (5:13) Multiplied (5:14) - the first mention of women coming to salvation in Acts. Wonders and Signs authenticated the ministry of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist