Sermons on Hospitality Ministry:

Misunderstood Mission Of Ministry

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 21, 2023

A message for Leadership about the roles of Pastor, Elder/Senior Citizens in the Church

When I heard the call of God to enter Ministry as a teenager, He asked me to go to a specific Bible School I had never heard of or knew anything about. After finding it, I immediately enrolled. Looking back over my years of continuous education, I learned much, and continue to learn. Still, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Peter 5:1-3, 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mindset For A Ministry Of Love Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 3, 2023

Pride & prejudice ruled in the Church at Corinth. Church members were using the wrong standards and motivated by pride in their relationships ot church leaders. What is the proper attitude toward spiritual leaders?

Most of you are likely familiar with the novel Pride and Prejudice and the movie that resulted from it. I don't know much about it other than that has been on my TV more than any other single movie; it's my wife's favorite movie and it probably qualifies as a chick flick. I believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-7, 1 Timothy 3:2-7, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Corinthians 10:1, 2 Corinthians 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

Gehazi International Ministries

Contributed by Eric Aschendorf on Jun 28, 2002

By refusing payment Elisha sent a message into the heart of Naaman and through him into all of eternity, that even we might hear of it. That GOD cannot be bought

Tree Of Life Ministries Association 2 Kings 5 http://www.treeoflifeinc.org Gehazi International Ministries GIM ******************************************************* Eric Aschendorf pastor@treeoflifeinc.org ******************************************************* 2 Kings 5:1-27 1) Now Naaman, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-27, Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Summary Of The Lord's Ministry Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 14, 2009

Misunderstandings of what Jesus ministry was all about.

A summary of the Lord’s ministry John 12: 37-43 The grade two class had their class picture taken and the teacher was trying to encourage them all to get their parents to buy one of these pictures by saying, “Someday you’ll look at this picture and you’ll say, ‘Why ...read more

Scripture: John 12:37-43

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Oct 9, 2008

Our testimony before others is often seen in how we treat other Christians, and we should never take advantage of each other.

Be Careful Griffith Baptist Church – 10/12/08 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 5:1-13 Key verse: Nehemiah 5:9 - Also I said, It is not good that ye do: ought ye not to walk in the fear of our God because of the reproach of the heathen our enemies? Premise: Our testimony before others is often seen in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Stranger Is The Gift

Contributed by Susan Babb, Osl on Oct 9, 2008

Showing hospitality to strangers may become a gift to us.

Hebrews 13:2 The Stranger is the Gift I. Stranger in Midst A. Friend – some years ago B. Sunday worship service, church like ours C. Service begun – member of congregation began worship, no pastor yet D. Man dressed shabbily in a heavy overcoat and wild hair and who could of used a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:2

Denomination: Methodist

Como Vivir En Los Tiempos Finales Series

Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Feb 20, 2009

Pedro nos aconseja como vivir en los tiempos fianles dandonos 4 claves.

COMO VIVIR EN LOS TIEMPOS FINALES 1Pedro 4:7 ¶ Mas el fin de todas las cosas se acerca; sed, pues, sobrios, y velad en oración. 1Pedro 4:8 Y ante todo, tened entre vosotros ferviente amor; porque el amor cubrirá multitud de pecados. 1Pedro 4:9 Hospedaos los unos a los otros sin murmuraciones. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Like There Is No Tomorrow!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 14, 2019

Like There is no Tomorrow! – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Praying (vs 7) (2). Loving (vs 8) (3). Welcoming (vs 9) (4). Serving (vs 10-11a) (5). Glorifying (vs 11b) SERMON BODY: Ill; • A Church leader asked some of his members a question; • If you knew that it would be the end of the world in seven-days’ time, • What would you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Brethren

Feasting With Levi Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Jun 15, 2016

Levi was ambushed by Jesus and then hosts a dinner party to mix his new Christians friends with his old life friends. See what happens and how you can apply it to your life

Joining days - what are our values - most says Food! Food is important - not just for fuel but what happens as we eat together. Often a meal is as much about the people coming as it is about people who are coming Meals are important in the life of Jesus too. There are three ways the NT completes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Charismatic

The Feeding Of The 5000 - On A Mission With A Miracle Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Jun 15, 2016

Jesus gets the 12 to take responsibility for the mission, which will need a miracle

Going on a journey through Luke - in a series of meals that teaches us about the Gospel and head towards the breaking of bread! First meal at Levi's we see how Levi's destiny should have been as God's Go Between a Priest, but sin had marred him and robbed him of his true destiny and made him a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-20

Denomination: Charismatic

Never, Never, Never Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 29, 2017

Synopsis: Because we are in the Heart of God, there are certain things He does not do. Jesus never: 1. Asked for the Details of Our Sins 2. Rewards the Self-Serving 3. Turned Down an Invitation

1. “Never” has powerful implications a. Intentions of finality – “I’ll never do that again.” “Never in a million years.” b. Intentions of determination – [Winston Churchill once spoke at a commencement address several years after WWII. He walked to the podium and said, “Never, never, never give ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be My Guest

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 4, 2019

God has been such a great host to us! He treats us as Guests as well as travelers through this world.

1. Preparing for Guests Unexpected guests were on the way, and my mother, an impeccable housekeeper, rushed around straightening up. She put my father and brother to work cleaning the guest bathroom. Later, when she went to inspect it, she was surprised that the once-cluttered room had been tidied ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honoring Your Neighbor

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 15, 2023

God's mercy moves us to present ourselves as living sacrifices, a spiritual act of worship he called it. In verses 9-21, we see that life of worship on display when we love and honor others. Today, we're going to learn the recipe of honoring our neighbors.

I was watching a Julia Child cooking show last week. Julia Child will probably always be that perfect cooking personality. She continues to inspire generations today to embrace the joy of cooking. But it wasn't just her skill with intricate recipes, it was the way she responded to her own ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Relationships And Hospitality (Twelveth Sunday After Pentecost, August 28, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 25, 2022

Hospitality is a big deal for relationships. Relationships build or crumble based upon good or poor hospitality. .... Today we want to explore relationships, hospitality as they relate to kingdom etiquette, kingdom priorities and kingdom building because they all matter.

RELATIONSHIPS AND HOSPITALITY Text: Hebrews 13: 1- 8, 15 -16 Hebrews 13:1-25 Let mutual love continue. (2) Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. (3) Remember those who are in prison, as though you were in prison ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8, Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Hosting Jesus, The Vip (Luke 7:36-50) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 28, 2024

One host fails, but another rises up, and gives Jesus the welcome he deserves. The passage is an illustration of how and why people tripped on Jesus (Luke 7:31-35).

One of the things we've talked about several times in the gospel of Luke, is the idea of God "visiting" his people. That's a big part of today's message, so let's read Luke 1:68, to get us off on the right foot: I'll read from the RSV (and here, the translation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68, Luke 7:36-50, Luke 7:31-35