Sermons on Genuine Servants:

Dead Men Walking

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 15, 2015

So are we dead men walking? Is it a possibility that the Spirit of God has left us? Are we more sensitive to people than the Holy Spirit? Do we really Love God above everything else in life? If so, is it evident (genuinely) to folks around us?

Opening illustration: A popular movie several years ago, based on real events, gave an interesting angle on this. Apparently most states that have Death Row put the execution chamber close to that cell block. When a prisoner comes to that fateful day when he is to be killed, he is released from his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Marvelous Gift Of Grace

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 7, 2019

Following his declaration of man's depravity and the love of God to meet our desperate need, Paul reveals the means of our salvation. We are saved by grace through faith unto good works. Works do not produce salvation, but they will follow genuine salvation.

The Marvelous Gift of Grace Ephesians 2: 8-10 Over the past few weeks, we have considered the desperate situation of mankind. There is no doubt that we are all born in sin, separated from God and in danger of eternal condemnation because of sin. Thankfully, God understood man’s desperate need and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Straight Talk About Crooked Teachers Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 12, 2010

Paul presents several pictures of how we can be deceived by false teaching. Just as Eve was deceived, so may we be deceived. Don’t expect to see Satan as some hideous monster, he and his servants may fool you with their masquerade, stay connected to those

INTRODUCTION We all know sometimes people don’t always get along together in church. A man was shipwrecked on a deserted island for several years. He was finally rescued and as he was leaving, one of the rescuers asked him about the three grass huts he had built. He said, “The first ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Ezekiel And God's Order To Lockdown

Contributed by Brussy Soriton on Apr 27, 2020

Right now we are facing coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic. As God’s people, we have not to worry about every situation we experience, including this virus. Ezekiel chapter 4 and 5 gives us lessons on how to use this opportunity of lockdown and social distancing to make a genuine faith before God.

 "Lockdown" is a word that is becoming a trend nowadays in connection with the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic crisis faced by the world. We find everywhere this word; in radio, television, newspapers, magazines, and social media. The word lockdown has the definition: "an ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 4:1-17, Ezekiel 5:1-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Duty Consciousness

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 13, 2002

“Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!” Matt. 25:23

Theme: Duty consciousness Text: Zeph. 1:7, 12-18; 1 Thess. 5:1-11; Matt. 25:14-30 Today’s Scripture reading from the gospel of Matthew belongs to what is referred to as the Olivet discourse as it was delivered as Jesus sat on the Mount of Olives. Addressed to His disciples it was intended to give ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Can Run But You Can't Hide Series

Contributed by Mike Garner on Jul 29, 2006

What happens when you don’t want to do what God wants you to do? The book of Jonah reveals God’s tenacious love and severe mercy to His confused and rebellious servants.

Introduction If you went to the mall and asked 100 people, “What’s the story of Jonah all about?” Most (all?) would answer: “Jonah and the _______” – and they’d be wrong! First, “whale” is never mentioned in the book at all – “great fish” Second, neither this fish nor Jonah is principal ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christians Are Called To Christian Service.

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 6, 2007

We as Christians are called to Christian Service. We are saved to serve. He wants us to serve Him as son or daughter with that type of relationship. However, also as a servant. This outline shares the five callings of a child of God.

Christians are called to Christian Service. John 1:12 I. God calls us first to son ship (John 1:12 KJV) But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: A. As His Children we are part of the Family of God 1. This is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:12

Stephen: His Life & His Love; Pt 1 By Dr. Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 7, 2004

While in seminary, I was asked, "What is the best translation of the New Testament?" I replied, "My Grandmother." Today Stephen serves as our best example of the qualities of a servant. Let’s examine them together!

Introduction I. I was standing in the hall following Chapel at Seminary and was asked by a fellow student, what I thought was the best translation of the New Testament was, I replied, "My Grandmother..." Surprised my friend continued his questioning by returning with, "I didn’t know your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

You Cannot Serve God And Money

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 25, 2004

“No servant can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money” Luke 16:13.

Theme: You cannot serve God and money Text: Amos 8:4-7; 1 Tim. 2:1-8; Lk. 16:1-13 God is concerned about our future and teaches us to also show that same concern. Our concern should lead us to make the right decisions in life. When God created the tree that yields fruit, the Scriptures declare ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hidden Hurting Healed Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 10, 2011

Part 1 from 1 Kings 17. A message on how God sometimes puts His servants through a season of hiddennes where there will be limited hearing from God, limited provision, and subjection to a confining space.

Hidden Hurting Healed (Note to pastors this message is available on my church website in audio and PDF format. The PDF file includes embedded graphics I used in the powerpoint for this message. The PPT file is available if you contact me directly. Blessings. http://www.plymouthcf.org) 1 Kings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Showing Honor In Spite Of Persecution

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Aug 27, 2011

Jesus was our suffering servant, and as Peter draws comparisons between Isaiah 53 and our lifestyles, we need to follow and focus on Jesus, keeping our hearts right with Him despite any wrongful persecution.

"Showing Honor in Spite of Persecution" Glorious King Jesus Christian Church Pastor: Sterling Christian Franklin Sunday, 8/21/2011 See CrossAllegiance on YouTube for a link to the recorded webcast for this sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:13-25 Opening Prayer Matthew Henry: "The duty required is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting Patiently For The Groom

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 21, 2014

What should we do while we wait? How should we wait? What should our lives look like while we wait to be united with Christ? Be the bride. Be prepared. Be a servant. Be persevering.

WAITING PATIENTLY REVELATION 19:6-9 INTRODUCTION… http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/09/29/wedding-traditions_n_3964844.html Everyone is familiar with wedding staples like tossing the bouquet and the first dance, but what about traditions from other countries and cultures? The Blackening of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dying With The Lord Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 9, 2020

“Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied; by his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant, make many to be accounted righteous, and he shall bear their iniquities”. (Isaiah 53:11)

Introduction: Beloved in the Lord. The theme for today’s Good Friday sermon is “dying with Christ”. In observing the protocols to curb the spread of the corona virus, this message is being delivered to your homes with the help of technology. It is my prayer that with the help of the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Hebrews 10:16-24, John 19:16-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ministry Of Angels Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jul 3, 2021

Angels are not to be worshiped. They are God’s servants who carry out His business in the world. Angels have one primary job, one occupation, one eternal calling, and that is to serve God and to do His pleasure.

The Ministry of Angels A young boy named James had a dream to be the most famous manufacturer and salesman of cheese in the world. He planned on becoming rich and famous by making and selling cheese. He began his career with a little wagon pulled by a pony named Paddy. After making his cheese, he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"a New Attitude"

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 28, 2020

It is a fact that the God of the universe loved us so much that one day he stepped out of heaven, taking on the very nature of a servant, made in the likeness of man and started the journey toward his death on the cross.

“A New Attitude” Philippians 2:5-11 The story is told of a young girl who was playing outside on the sidewall when she noticed a long line of ants crawling across, from one side of the sidewalk to the other. The ants got to the other side, one by one they fell off to the ground. So she ran inside ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist