Sermons on I Serve A Risen Savior:

Our Charge

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 8, 2014

We are continuing to discover the joy of generosity and today we are looking at a command and charge in Scripture which is a basis for this life of generous living.

OUR CHARGE 1 TIMOTHY 6:17-19 INTRODUCTION… The word “charge” (http://www.thefreedictionary.com/charge) Did you know that there are 15 different definitions for the word “charge.” I honestly had no idea. The word charge can mean so many different things in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

So Loved

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Apr 22, 2011

Let us all take out our towels from our drawers and kneel down before others, and serve them as Jesus serves us, by loving them unto the end. Let us each serve our Lord, by serving all people, in the grace of God’s ultimate and sacrificial love.

INTRO One of the neatest gifts I’ve ever received was this little, hand towel. I was given this during my seminary commencement, and have cherished it ever since. The towel has a little saying on it: “Blessed to be a blessing” Isaiah 61:1. Isaiah 61:1-2 says: “The ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Experience The Spirit In Service Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 14, 2011

The Lord desires us to use our gifts in service to Him and when we do that we will experience His Spirit in the midst of our serving.

Series: Experiencing the Spirit Theme: The Body of Christ needs to learn to experience the Spirit in their everyday lives so that they grow spiritually. We can learn to experience true spirituality as we see the Spirit at work in our daily lives and activities. As we learn to recognize the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Say Hello To Rufus, And His Mother...

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Oct 4, 2022

a funeral sermon about godly women who serve Christ and his church.

In a moment I will read a passage from Rom 16 – but before I read allow me to set it up... Paul is writing a post-script to his grand theological discourse known as the book of Romans ... he is signing-off – the so called chapter 16 - is of a completely different tone... filled with greetings, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-16, 1 Corinthians 15:1-58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Defrosting Your Spiritual Assets Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 26, 2003

In order to serve according to our giftedness, we must make sure that we not only understand spiritual gifts, we must discover, develop and deploy our gift mix. Since ignorance about this topic may be a chief cause of retarded spiritual growth, it’s impe

Defrosting Your Spiritual Assets A man from Illinois decided to travel to Wisconsin to go duck hunting. He shot and dropped a bird, but it fell into a farmer’s field on the other side of the fence. As the flatlander climbed over the fence, a dairy farmer drove up on his tractor and asked what was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

What Gift Shall I Bring? Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Dec 19, 2001

Our journey to Christ and the gifts we bring.

As we conclude our series on the promised birth of our Savior, lets refelect on the prophecies concerning our promised King. I want you to think of these prophecies as a roadmap. Each prophecy pointing the way to Jesus. The things foretold of our Savior: He would be a Son, born of a virgin, born ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Built In Jesus For Employment Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 10, 2010

Built to work for Jesus.

Everyday all across the world people are working. In many ways work can be a fascinating responsibility. Now each of you here either has a job or is looking for a job. Even my son Kamden has a job. He has to clean his room and do all of his homework. And everyone would agree that work is essential ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

5 Ways To Grow Spiritually Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 11, 2025

Let’s look at these 5 paths to spiritual growth in more detail: Five ways to grow spiritually! The fab 5!

5 ways to grow spiritually I see our church’s vision and mission is in helping people grow spiritually and this is done by 5 different ways: • By engaging with relevant Biblical teaching and preaching. • By connecting in divine appointed relationships. • By practicing spiritual disciplines ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, Acts 9:10-19, 1 Corinthians 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Like Jesus

Contributed by Matt Unger on Oct 3, 2018

Based on John 13:34-35, if we are to love like Jesus, we first need to be rooted in his love

• What do you want to be known for in your life? • The answer to that question probably changes as your life changes - when you’re younger - maybe sports - or school - or social circle - As you get older you want to be recognized for your job - maybe later it’s how much money and stuff you ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, Ephesians 3:14-19, 1 John 4:7-11

Knowing God's Will Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 6, 2009

If you’re serious about knowing God’s will, then don’t say no to God’s will.

Knowing God’s Will Romans 12:1-5 Rev. Brian Bill 9/6/09 An older lady came out on her porch every morning, and would raise her arms to the sky and shout, “Praise the Lord.” One day an atheist moved next door and over time he became very irritated with this worshipping woman. So every morning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What's Life All About?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 11, 2009

Life is about choices. Parable of the Talents is explored considering such issues as the fairness of each receiving a different amount, the importance of freewill, and personal accountability.

What’s Life All About? Matthew 25:14-30[1] 3-1-09 Jesus had an awesome ability to speak volumes in a simple story. He revealed the heart of God by telling the story of the Prodigal Son. He showed us how to treat each other with the story of the Good Samaritan. And in our story today He tells us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Playing To Win: Get In The Game

Contributed by C Jordan on Jan 22, 2012

Christianity is a contact sport. The true joy in the journey of faith comes when we get out of the stands and onto the court. Let’s get in the game and play to win!

PLAYING TO WIN: GET IN THE GAME OPENING TEXT: “24 Remember that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize. You also must run in such a way that you will win. 25 All athletes practice strict self-control. They do it to win a prize that will fade away, but we do it for an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: *other

Opportunity

Contributed by Chidi Ejeagba on Jan 10, 2019

Our natural abilities and professional trainings are not enough to guarantee success.

Our theme this Year is “Fruitfulness” this means not just bearing fruits but sharing them. And the fruit we are talking about here is “the fruit of the spirit” we are talking about the qualities of character. Love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:11

What Does It Mean That We Are The ‘body Of Christ’? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 3, 2014

This sermon unpacks the phrase "the body of Christ" with a look at how God intends to great things through His people.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN THAT WE ARE "THE BODY OF CHRIST"? Think of all that Jesus did and consider that we are now “His body.” - 1 Corinthians 12:27. - Picture in your mind’s eye Jesus walking around Palestine. See Him reaching out with a compassionate hand. See Him walking among ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27

Denomination: Baptist

Prescription For Exhaustion Or Recipe For Rest

Contributed by Judith Hand on Jan 14, 2015

We need a Sabbath Rest in order to serve and not become exhausted

PRESCRIPTION FOR EXHAUSTION OR RECIPE FOR REST Readings: II Samuel 7:1-14a Mark 6:30-34 and 53-56 All of the Bible is not written TO you, but all of the Bible is written FOR you, so I hope you will follow along in your Bible this morning as we dig in together and see what it has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-56

Denomination: Methodist