Sermons on Incarnational Ministry:

Transition And Testimony (Matthew 11:1-30)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 14, 2025

Our commentary on Matthew continues with Jesus' testimony about the ministry of John the Baptist and the promise of judgment upon the unbelieving cities who witnessed HIs work yet did not repent.

Matthew 11 begins with what is referred to as a "transitional" passage (v.1). While the disciples were going around the countryside doing the work that Jesus had commissioned, He continued to preach in the cities in Galilee. Verses 2-3 describe how John the Baptist had been thrown into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-30, Luke 10:13-22, Genesis 19:12-14, Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

Elisha’s Ministry - The Passing Of The Great Man Of God – Elisha Dies, Now With His Lord 2 Kings 13: 14-21 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 21, 2022

Elisha was a prophet mightily used by God because he was available and faithful. However like all of us, our ministry comes to an end, and we are called home. This completes the series on Elisha and is a fitting close to this great man.

ELISHA’S MINISTRY - THE PASSING OF THE GREAT MAN OF GOD – ELISHA DIES, NOW WITH HIS LORD 2 Kings 13: 14-21 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 21 [A]. THE LAST DAYS OF THE PROPHET. 2Kings 13 v 14 When Elisha became sick with the illness of which he was to die, Joash the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-4, Hebrews 11:32-39, 2 Kings 13:14-21, 2 Kings 13:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Very Real Danger Of Spiritual Neglect Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 1, 2021

The issue of Christians who fall away from the faith was present in the New Testament, even as it is today. How can we prevent this from happening, and be vigilant against growing weary of following Christ ourselves?

Today we begin a new message series from the Book of Hebrews which I’ve entitled “The Faith that Endures.” It’s a sobering book because it addresses a sobering topic—an issue that I know that I would prefer not to admit that it exists. It addresses the issue of Christians who are tempted to fall ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:7, 2 Samuel 7:14, Psalm 110:4, Psalm 102:25-27, Deuteronomy 32:43, 1 John 1:9, John 5:17-18, Hebrews 1:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

The Gripe About Methods

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 15, 2001

Concern over "trends" in ministry need not be scary to us, it’s biblical for methods to change in order to reach the lost.

The Gripe About Methods, Chorus on Overheads By Pastor Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver June 2000 Singing choruses nothing new, but why is this “trend” in most churches to sing form the overhead instead of having a book, i.e. a hymnal? - Ask someone at PBC. Will the Bible disappear also? Matt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Tent Making... Or More? Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Oct 23, 2001

What is God’s ideal for pastoral ministry? He gives us more than an indication in 1 Corinthians 9.

Tent Making, or More? October 13, 2001 Over the past decade or so, a lot of discussion about ministry has been about whether or not ministers should be tent makers or fully supported. As we are aware, in many denominations, including our own, financial conditions seem to encourage the support of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Tranquility To Captivity

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on May 4, 2003

Paul’s transition from a time of tranquility to captivity actually served to take his ministry to a new realm of effectiveness.

From Tranquility to Captivity. Acts 21:1 After we had torn ourselves away from them, we put out to sea and sailed straight to Cos. The next day we went to Rhodes and from there to Patara. 2:We found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, went on board and set sail. 3:After sighting Cyprus and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-15, Acts 9:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Born To Serve

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

This message was written to accompany our recognition of those who had served within the ministry of our church during the year.

Born To Serve Mark 10:45, Philippians 2:5-7 December 12, 2004 Mark 10:45 (NLT) For even I, the Son of Man, came here not to be served but to serve others, and to give my life as a ransom for many." Philippians 2:5-7 (NLT) Your attitude should be the same that Christ Jesus had. [6] Though he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pentecost The Breath Of God

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 8, 2005

The Spirit of God, as the breath of God, brings us to life, empowers us for the works of ministry, and points to Jesus as the Son of God.

"The Breath of God" Jn. 20:19-23 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, "Peace be with you!" 20 After He said this, He showed them His hands and side. The disciples were ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

As I Leave You, Remember This...

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jun 14, 2005

Five things to remind a congregation, as you preach your last sermon to them before you move to a different ministry.

Acts 20:17-38 AS I LEAVE YOU, REMEMBER THIS... What should I talk about today – my last sermon here at Beautiful Savior as your pastor. If I ever preach to you again, it will be as a guest, or in another church where you will be visiting. So this is it. What should I talk about, on my last ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Growing Our Church With Love

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 3, 2004

The commands of love in 1 Corinthians 13 aren’t just for wedding ceremonies, but for the Church and her ministry throughout the world.

THE GREATEST NEED THE WORLD HAS TODAY IS FOR THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH TO SHOW THEM AND PROVE TO THEM THAT THERE REALLY IS SUCH A THING AS THE GENUINE, CHRIST-LIKE EXAMPLE OF AGAPE LOVE. IF YOU JUST SIMPLY LOOK AT TODAY’S POPULAR CULTURE IN LITERATURE, MUSIC, ADVERTISING AND THE VISUAL ARTS, YOU WOULD ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Jonah

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004

A first person narrative of the life and ministry of Jonah. Best done with a bit of a sense of humour. Told from the perspective of a Ninevite.

I. Not every fish that swallows a man is a curse from God. Sometimes it is the very token of God’s mercy that sends the fish, especially when the alternative is drowning. II. Sometimes the best news is bad news before it is good news. Sometimes a blessing looks first like a curse. Sometimes ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mentoring Women Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004

This morning we’re going to study three verses from Titus 2 to discover the ministry job description for women.

Three women were walking along the beach: a blonde, a redhead and a brunette. They found a genie’s lamp so they rubbed it and the genie came out. Since there were three of them the genie said that each of them would be granted one wish. The brunette said she wouldn’t mind being smarter, and poof, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5, Titus 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Truth A Free Run

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 3, 2003

Continuing in our study of 2 Thessalonians ... Paul now tells Christians to SHARE the truth, with an emphasis on prayer as vital to this ministry.

“Giving Truth A Free Run” 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series in II Thessalonians. Paul has just told the Thessalonian Christians the TRUTH about their SALVATION – 2:13-14 THEN – He told them what to DO with the TRUTH of God’s Word – 2:15 THEN – He told them what the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Striving For Church Health - Healthy Senior Men Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jun 24, 2002

A healthy church is one that grows warmer in fellowship, deeper through discipleship, broader through ministry, and larger through evangelism.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I made a decision several years ago about the kind of church that I wanted to pastor. I did not ask for a small church. I did not ask for a large church. I asked God for a healthy church. A healthy church is one that grows warmer in fellowship, deeper through ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-2

Four Beneficial-Rhetorical Questions To Help You Evaluate The Effectiveness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 28, 2001

Four Beneficial-Rhetorical Questions to Help You Evaluate the Effectiveness of Your Missions Ministry – Rom. 10:14,15

Four Beneficial-Rhetorical Questions to Help You Evaluate the Effectiveness of Your Missions Ministry – Rom. 10:14,15 While the world hunts for Osama Bin Laden, many missionaries feel tempted to give up on a Muslim world that is becoming increasingly hostile to the gospel. Indonesia reports that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational