Sermons on Focus On Ministry:

Jesus Begins His School Of Discipleship

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 14, 2020

Jesus begins His ministry with building a team of disciples.

Message/Devotion January 19, 2020 Matthew 4:12-23 Jesus, Begins His School of Discipleship The Reading Jesus Begins His Galilean Ministry Now when Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, He departed to Galilee. And leaving Nazareth, He came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is by the sea, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Uncomfortable Joy Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 16, 2015

Our Enemies, Difficult Ministries, Loving Our Enemies

THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING – Uncomfortable Joy Acts 8:1-8(pg. 764) July 19, 2015 Introduction: Are lost people your enemy? If someone disagrees with you do you go on the attack? When you walk through the airport and you see the guy in Middle Eastern garb do you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Zachaeus Lesson 23 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 28, 2018

Jesus' final ministry in Galilee, Perea, and Jericho

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Retreat from Jerusalem. Jesus left Bethany shortly after raising Lazarus from the dead. “Therefore Jesus no longer walked openly among the Jews, but went from there into the country near the wilderness, to a city called Ephraim, and there remained with His disciples” (John ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:9

Denomination: Baptist

Acceptable Worship - Philippians 4:15-18 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 23, 2022

Paul exposes the beauty of the Philippians' giving ministry

Philippians 4:10 I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-18

The Master's Men Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 15, 2021

A sermon examining the ministry of the Lord's Disciples.

THE MASTER’S MEN Mark 6:7-13 Someone has said “The most significant contribution we can make in this life is passing our faith on to the next generation.” Unfortunately many Christians see evangelism as a burden. Statistics show that very few professing Christians actually share their faith with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Inauguration

Contributed by Les Buttolph on Feb 6, 2025

Jesus was inaugurated to His Office of Ministry at His Baptism.

The headlines of the past week focused on the Inauguration of Donald Trump to begin his term of office as 47th President of the United States. Watching this every 4th year, Constitutionally mandated inauguration, led me to compare that event with Jesus’ baptism, His inauguration to begin His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:7-17, Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Learning My New Testament Trinitarian Names Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2025

Three eternal Persons, equal in nature, submissive in ministry.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Trinity. “Go and make disciples of all the nations (ethnic cultures), baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19, NLT). Note name is singular, yet three Persons. 2. Definition. “I am Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, equal in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2025

Your spiritual growth determines the effectiveness of your ministry.

“As you have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him” (Col. 2:6). 1. The power of decisions a. Yesterday: past decisions make me what I am. b. Tomorrow: future dreams give me energy. c. Today counts: the most important day of your life. 2. Spiritual growth is a choice that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Baptist

The Model Of Advancing Together Series

Contributed by Kevin Evans Tay on Aug 28, 2025

Lessons from Priscilla and Aquila's ministry.

• Blessed Sunday to all of you. • How are you all doing? Hope you all have a wonderful week. • Are you ready of the Word? Eveready like the Berean we’ve learnt from Acts 17. • So far for the past few months, I think I’ve shared from Acts 14 to Acts 18. • That covers part of Paul’s first missionary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Mark Part 2 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 28, 2025

notes by Marilyn Hickey Ministries, footnotes by biblegateway.com

The Gerasene Demoniac 5 They came to the other side of the sea, into the country of the Gerasenes. 2 When He got out of the boat, immediately a man from the tombs with an unclean spirit met Him, 3 and he had his dwelling among the tombs. And no one was able to bind him anymore, even with a chain; ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Preaching Uncompromised Christ Crucifixion Not Customized Wordly Preaching Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 9, 2025

Preaching Christ crucified and resurrected is at the heart of Christian ministry.

The Power of the Crshaila Toss In 1 Corinthians 2:2, the Apostle Paul writes, "For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified." This verse encapsulates the core of Christian preaching which is Christ crucified. The message of Jesus Christ, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Finding Blessing In A Persecuting World

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Feb 13, 2022

A sermon about the blessings and woes found in the Sermon on the Plain, with particular focus on the persecution of Christians today.

The Sixth Sunday After Epiphany February 13, 2022 M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Luke 6: 17-26 Finding Blessing in a Persecuting World In our gospel lesson, Jesus says to us today, Vv. 22-23 “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you and revile you and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Game Day - We All Play

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 28, 2003

A message about moving from being a spectator to being a player in the ministry game.

22, June 2003 Dakota Community Church Game Day - We All Play Introduction: Tonight I want to talk about getting into the game of life – the Christian Life! We have been talking about trusting God, having faith in His Word, and taking steps of faith. Now here are some definite decisions to make ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Matthew 10:17-38

Denomination: Mennonite

Expecting The Unexpected

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Feb 23, 2013

The greatest miracle is to be forgiven by Jesus. The greatest ministry is to bring a friend to Jesus

EXPECTING THE UNEXPECTED Mark 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION Have you ever been invited to a party or an event for the first time? Do you recall the feelings you had when you arrived? Were your expectations disappointing or were they more than what you could have imagined. This familiar New Testament story ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking With God -- Funeral Sermon For A Faithful Minister Of Christ

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Nov 25, 2016

This was the funeral sermon for a friend, Mentor in the ministry, and co-labourer in the Kingdom of God.

WALKING WITH GOD – FUNERAL SERMON November 13, 2016 (The following link will take you to an MP3 recording of the funeral sermon: http://chirb.it/c4b4Jq) INTRODUCTION: 1.) In Genesis 5:24 Scripture tells us of a man named Enoch. A.) “Enoch walked faithfully with God; then he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ