Sermons on Lack Of Mentors:

Becoming Less

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 8, 2024

The goal of service is not to seek numbers or results but to build one another up in faith for His glory, not our own. Let us seek first the kingdom of God and let our good deeds point to the Father, He may become greater, and I become less (John 3:30) for His honor and glory, amen.

Becoming Less John 3:30 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What does effective ministry look like in this modern age? It is increasingly difficult to seek first the kingdom of God when the culture around us prioritizes the worship of self. Even as new creations in Christ, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:30

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Anointing

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 26, 2024

The Anointing does not point to the believer, but to God who empowers the believer. However, Jesus is the Anointed One, and you are a conduit for His power.

Opening illustration: At a remote underground church in the Middle East, our meeting started with exuberant worship. Many raised their hands, fell on their knees and faces, and sang joyously to the Lord. We witnessed many women crying out and weeping to God. After the sermon, as I stood behind the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Peep Into The Great Commission: Go Ye Therefore And Make Disciples… Matthew 28: 19.

Contributed by Uwomano Okpevra on Oct 10, 2023

The theological foundation for the Great Commission can be traced to specific passages in the New Testament, which encapsulate the essence of the Great Commission - Jesus Christ instructs his disciples to disseminate the gospel to all corners of the world.

A PEEP INTO THE GREAT COMMISSION: GO YE THEREFORE, AND MAKE DISCIPLES… MATTHEW 28: 19. By Uwomano Ben Okpevra, JP, PhD, MA.Div. ubokpevra@gmail.com Text: Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

How To Succeed At Life

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 13, 2002

Samuel was able to find success in his life. You can do the same if you follow the steps to success

Samuel How to succeed at life Introduction A. What if I were to tell you that you could have the most successful life B. First thing that comes to mind is what is success C. By success to I mean $$ D. Do I mean fame? E. Do I mean having a lot of material possessions? F. Living a simple ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Let Elijah Go

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 17, 2006

This sermon is to those of us who know God is doing something new, and they want to make the transition with God.

Elisha had the reputation as the man who poured water on Elijahs hands. He was a servant, a helper, a student, a minister to Elijah. God was getting ready to do a new thing, to release into the earth a double portion anointing of his spirit but in order to bring in the new he had to take out the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is This Jesus All About? Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 13, 2003

Continuing a look at Jesus and his ministry

Recently I saw a cartoon with Adam and Eve both eating apples. They are obvious startled by a billboard with a large apple and the international sign of “no”, a red circle with a line through it, and the words above reading “Just Say No”. Adam says, “Where was that billboard ten minutes ago.” ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fulfilling The Law Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 3, 2014

Paul gives 6 characteristics of successful churches. We should not keep our burdens to ourselves. We are part of a caring community of faith, and we’re to help when people are hurting, we respond.

Introduction: People dislike accountability. They prefer to go their own way without answering to others. Among Christians, this attitude breeds self-reliant “Lone Ranger” believers and independent churches. Yet life works better when there is a “chain-of-command”, when ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-6

Denomination: Congregational

Making Your Vessel Fit For Higher Things 2 Tim 2:20-21 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 22, 2013

Our character is not set by genetics or the failures or mistakes of the past. We have a CHOICE. We can CHANGE. We can become someone capable of containing God and accomplishing His purposes.

2 Timothy 2:20 In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for noble purposes and some for ignoble. 21 If a man cleanses himself from the latter, he will be an instrument for noble purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21

Denomination: *other

Ethos #3 Next Generation Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 16, 2019

Effective Faith development is done in the home and augmented by the church

raising up the next generation in the faith and then launching them into the world. No other action has more ability to change the world than teaching a child the faith. Do you remember the person who brought you up in the faith - the person who assisted in nurturing your faith? When I think ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:4-7, 2 Timothy 1:5, Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Heart Of Humility: Putting Others First Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 18, 2024

Paul’s letter to the Philippians speaks directly to our hearts and minds about living as followers of Christ in a way that reflects His love and humility.

A Heart of Humility: Putting Others First Philippians 2:3-4 (NLT): “Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.” Introduction: The Call to Humility Today, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4, Galatians 5:20, Romans 12:10, Philippians 2:8, Ephesians 4:2, Galatians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Church Health, Part 2 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

Sources; Characteristics of a Healthy Church -- Willow Creek; Ten Characteristics of a Healthy Church Vision -- New England; Characteristics of a Healthy Church -- Sonlife Ministries -- Dann Spader; Eight Essential Qualities of Healthy Churches-- Natural

See Part 1 for Introduction; 5. Empowering Leadership The proof of a good leader is creating another leader, not more followers. Develop servant-leadership by strategically mentoring, teaching and serving the believers. A true leader’s measure of success is when they have succeeded in helping ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2-11

Be Wise Series

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 23, 2001

Part of a series on Matthew 24 & 25 - Because Jesus is returning, and we do not know when, how should we be living. "Be wise" is the focus of this message.

Because Jesus Is Returning . . . "Be Wise - Matthew 24:43-51" We have been studying through Matthew 24,25 - with this overall theme . . . Because Jesus is returning and we don’t know when, how should we be living? I remember reading a story a few years ago about a man who was visiting South ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:43-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ask For Whatever You Want

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Aug 29, 2013

There are times in our lives that we need assistance in making sound decisions. Many decisions made are good but are they godly? True wisdom starts with a heart full of faith, not a head full of facts.

“A person is not necessarily smart just because he says things that are smart.” There are some individuals that believe they know everything no matter what the topic may be. Actually, there are some who before you can finish asking the question they already have an answer. These ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

This We'll Defend

Contributed by John Oscar on Sep 14, 2025

Pastor John addresses the murder of Charlie Kirk, and how we should act as Christians.

This We’ll Defend CCCAG Sept 14, 2025 Scripture: Matthew 24:9–13; Esther 8:11; Luke 22:36–38; Matthew 24:14)________________________________________ Introduction: This has been a hard week. Next to where I’m preparing my sermon is a book called The Pentecostal Pastor which tells me I should ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:9-13, Esther 8:11, Luke 22:36-38, Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

5rs Of Youth Ministry

Contributed by Daniel Chua on Aug 19, 2005

Here’s what we live and die for

Vision motivates and moves a ministry forward. Vision consumes a person’s waking hours and even at night. Our vision can be summed up in 5 Rs: REACH We believe the streets and our schools are ready for the gospel. God’s light in us must shine in the darkness. We’re empowered to be witnesses (Acts ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible