Sermons on Jesus Expanding Ministry:

The Ministry Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 1, 2022

As Christians, we have a purpose and a duty. We have been given a charge during our life here on earth. We are to minister before God.

As Christians, we have a purpose and a duty. We have been given a charge during our life here on earth. We are to minister before God. How many believers understand what our ministry consists of? Apostle Paul told Corinth they were to be ministers of reconciliation. Since we have been reconciled ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, 1 Corinthians 14:34-35, Matthew 25:14-30, Romans 5:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Reminder For Ministry

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009

So often we have to remind ourselves of what our calling in Christ is... we have to be reminded that we are ALL called to minister...

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: November 2003 Date Preached: November 26, 2003 Church: OZHBC (Wed night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: A Reminder for Ministry Text: Colossians 4:17 Introduction: When the Apostle Paul wrote a letter he would also include some miscellaneous items that were ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of An Encourager Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 15, 2000

Barnabas is an example of how we should be engaged in a ministry of encouragement.

“The Ministry of an Encourager.” Acts 4:32-37 One of the great tragedies of our time is that there are so few kind people around. There are plenty of mean spirited, critical, cynical people, but there are few who just take the time to be kind as a lifestyle. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of An Encourager Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 18, 2000

The Life of Barnabas is an example of how we should live lifes of encouragement.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 10 “The Ministry of an Encourager.” Acts 4:32-37 One of the great tragedies of our time is that there are so few kind people around. There are plenty of mean spirited, critical, cynical people, but there are few who just take the time to be kind as a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Thorns

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 24, 2019

Often people feel like they are disqualified from ministry because they have some weakness or trouble. The very opposite may be true; their weakness may especially qualify them to be used as God best vessel. Our weakness becomes His strength.

THE MINISTRY OF THORNS 2 Cor. 12:7-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: UNTIED SHOE 1. Boudreaux saw Thibodaux on the wharf and noticed one of his shoelaces was untied. “Watch out you don’t trip up over your laces, Thibodaux.” 2. Thibodaux replied, “Yeah, it’s the crazy instructions on these shoes.” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ministry Is Messy Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 13, 2021

Let’s live on mission even when ministry is messy.

I attended a church last weekend which was filled with praise, preaching, and prayer. I liked it so much I’m going to start attending there. Perhaps you’ve heard of it…it’s called Edgewood. Because I haven’t been here for a while, on Thursday, some of the SecondWinders asked me to introduce ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Connecting With Ministry Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 22, 2016

This message will answer the question, “How do I get involved in ministry?”

Our study on CONNECTING continues today. We are examining how to best fulfill our MISSION as we enter into this new year. In order to pursue the goals of evangelism and discipleship, we must be CONNECTED. First, we must be connected with God for the spiritual strength that only he ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ministry Of Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Tim Zoltowski on Jan 11, 2016

When we become a new creation in Christ, we become ministers of reconciliation having been given the message of reconciliation as if God is making his plea through us: Be ye reconciled to God. We are therefore, ambassadors for Christ.

Let's talk about New Beginnings and especially the new beginning in our life born again, saved by the Grace of God. Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come! Now we see that we are a new creation. We might be called by the same name, we might ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21, Philippians 3:10-21

Denomination: Bible Church

Deep Into Ministry

Contributed by Ken Crow on Apr 17, 2011

The fact is this. We can go as deep into ministry as we are willing to go or we can wade around on the edges and never realize our full potential . God leaves this up to us. God does not force us to do anything nor will he somehow magically open the deep

Deep Into Ministry Pastor Ken Crow Ezekiel 47:1-10 (King James Version) Ezekiel 47 1Afterward he brought me again unto the door of the house; and, behold, waters issued out from under the threshold of the house eastward: for the forefront of the house stood toward the east, and the waters ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Ministry Of Restoration

Contributed by Roy Mason on Aug 5, 2001

What is the Christian to do when he encounters an erring, sinful brother?

THE MINISTRY OF RESTORATION © 2001, Dr. Roy Mason Brethren, even if a man is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; {each one} looking to yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ. For if ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Profitable For The Ministry

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 5, 2018

All God’s servants are entrusted with gifts and talents by God. God expects us to produce a spiritual profit. At His return He will reward those who increase His investment and punish those who fail to. John Mark was profitable.

PROFITABLE FOR THE MINISTRY 2 Tim. 4:11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR (Pastor’s humor about inconsistent members) 1. In Minnesota three pastors got together. They discovered that all three of their churches had infestations of bats. They decided to compare notes of how they had dealt with the problem. ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ministry Integrity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of living with integrity in ministry, encouraging others with integrity, and serving with integrity, following the example of Paul and his companions in 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into 1 Thessalonians and explore the importance of integrity in ministry. Before we begin, let's remember the words of C.S. Lewis: "Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching." This applies not only to our personal lives ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Topics: Ministry, Integrity

The Ministry Of Encouragement

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

You are anointed to be an encourager, The Spirit of God in you wants to flow out to others as encouragement, To encourage means to put courage back into. We’ve got a lot of work to do many people have lost courage.

Acts 4:33-37 Acts 4:36 And Joses, who by the apostles was surnamed Barnabas, (which is, being interpreted, The son of consolation,) a Levite, and of the country of Cyprus, Acts 4:37 Having land, sold it, and brought the money, and laid it at the apostles feet. His name was Joses = Exalted Which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:33-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ministry Leaders Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 5, 2021

Who is qualified to be a ministry leader?

Let us continue to worship with the Word of God. Open your Bibles to 1 Timothy 3. The letter by the Apostle Paul, by the power of God the Holy Spirit, was written to Timothy who was left in Ephesus to minister for the Gospel of Jesus Christ about 2000 years ago. Ephesus back then was a pagan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Addicted To The Ministry

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 22, 2001

What does a functioning ministry team look like? See the characteristics...

October 21, 2001 13Be on guard. Stand true to what you believe. Be courageous. Be strong. 14And everything you do must be done with love. 15You know that Stephanas and his household were the first to become Christians in Greece,and they are spending their lives in service to other Christians. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist