Sermons on Lasting Ministry:

I Yam What I Yam!

Contributed by Larry Turner on Feb 11, 2014

A message of encouragement to small churches and their pastors.

While I was cleaning up the building Monday morning the Holy Spirit and I had a nice conversation. If you have never talked with the Holy Spirit I highly recommend it. Jesus sent him when He left to comfort us, to teach us, and to remind us of what we have been taught. We talk to God a lot. We talk ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Foursquare

Why Jesus Came

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 18, 2014

Jesus came to proclaim the gospel to all the world. Let’s make sure we’re a church that continues his work as faithful disciples who continue to proclaim the gospel.

It’s easy to get carried away when things are going well in our ministry isn’t it? We can get caught up in the excitement of ministry and think this is what it’s all about! And if we have enough success we might even be tempted to so focus on that particular area of ministry that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:32-45

Denomination: Anglican

A Pastor's Heart Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2014

These final words in Hebrews pull away the veil that hides the heart of the author (His identity is in question, but his heart is on full display.) In these closing verses we discover the deepest desires/longings in the heart of the man of God.

A Pastor’s Heart Heb. 13.18-25 Hebrews Sermon Series December 14, 2014 Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A These final words in Hebrews pull away the veil that hides the heart of the author (His identity is in question, but his heart is on full display.) 1 In these closing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

More Of Jesus' Mission Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 19, 2015

The "woman at the well" is a renowned Biblical story even though the woman's name is never mentioned, but that is because she never was the central figure in that story. It is the "Word Incarnate" who is revealed.

More of Jesus’ Mission John 4:27-42 Unnamed people most often are not remembered; the world in which we live basically teaches the opposite: You have to try and “make a name for yourself!” The Samaritan woman at the well remains nameless to us to this day, but Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Calling – Will You Take The Call Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 13, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Matthew 4: 23 – 25

Matthew 4: 23 – 25 Jesus Is Calling – Will You Take The Call 23 And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease among the people. 24 Then His fame went throughout all Syria; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:23-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Are We Predestined - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 19, 2023

This is the second and last lesson in this two-part series on the doctrine of predestination.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-17, Exodus 1:8-10, Exodus 3:18-22, John 3:16, John 14:6, Acts 2:21, Ephesians 2:8, 1 Timothy 2:4, 1 Peter 3:9, Revelation 22:17, Ephesians 1:5, Ephesians 1:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Handles For The Hard Times (Part 5) Series

Contributed by Rich Young on Jan 18, 2001

Fifth, and last sermon in a series of sermons on dealing with difficult times.

Handles for the Hard Times (Part 5) TEXT: Heb 12:4-11 INTRODUCTION · This is last in a series of 5 sermons on “Handling the Hard Times” · Have provided 7 handles to hold on to when the difficulties come & many of those handles have to do with the perspective we have, or the way we look at the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Renewing Your Mind About Leadership

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 24, 2018

Leaders must: 1) Be Right with God (Acts 20:28a), 2) Shepherd the flock (Acts 20:28b), 3) Guard the flock (Acts 20:29–31), 4) Study and pray (Acts 20:32), and 5) Be free from self-interest.

The crucial component in any organization, institution, or business is its leadership. Good leadership can lift an organization to the heights of success, whereas poor leadership can plunge it into the depths of ruin. Not surprisingly, a vast amount of material is available for those wishing to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:25-38

Denomination: Other

"Zeal For God's House"

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Mar 17, 2009

3rd Sunday in Lent, Series B. Preached 3/15/2009 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa

Our Gospel reading for this morning is one that tends to catch a lot of people off guard. When you think of Jesus, you don’t usually think of Him as someone who gets angry, who resorts to violent behavior. We think of him as a tender, compassionate, easy going person who wouldn’t hurt a fly. ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Sickology - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 19, 2009

Psychologists study the human mind. Biologists study life. Sociologists study society and social behavior. Jesus must have been a Sickoligist. Everywhere he went he was constantly surrounded and followed by sick people. Blind folks, mute folks, lame folks

Sickology Part 3 Each week I have mentioned some “ologists” that you are probably familiar with. For instance I mentioned the ophthalmologists and the psychologist. This morning I want to mention an “ologist” that I doubt anyone has ever heard of . . . Dactyliologist. Anybody have a guess as to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon For 5 Epiphany, Yr B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 2, 2003

Christ’s ministry in Mark’s Gospel is one of word and action; preaching and healing; offering people health and salvation. This, too, is the ministry of the church.

Sermon for 5 Epiphany Yr B, 9/02/2003 Based on Mk 1: 29-39 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson The story is told of a man who went to his doctor to ask if he could help him with his snoring problem. “As soon as I go to sleep,” the man explained, “I begin ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Lutheran

I've Got The Power

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 25, 2003

God gives various ministries out to specific individuals to match their talents, but one ministry that is given for all to do is to share the gospel of grace with the whole world.

April 27, 2003 Morning Service Text: Luke 9:1-6 Subject: Ministry Title: I’ve Got the Power in the Name of Jesus Do you know that you are called to be ministers of the gospel of Christ? If you claim Jesus Christ as your Savior you have a ministry to do. Not all of you know what that ministry is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Glorious Church , Holy And Without Blemish

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Mar 3, 2021

A). TRUE MINISTRY OR FAKE MINISTRY B). ETERNAL REWARD OR EARTHLY REWARD C). GOD'S GRACE OR GOD'S JUDGEMENT

A GLORIOUS CHURCH , HOLY AND WITHOUT BLEMISH OUTLINE A). TRUE MINISTRY OR FAKE MINISTRY B). ETERNAL REWARD OR EARTHLY REWARD C). GOD'S GRACE OR GOD'S JUDGEMENT THE MESSAGE A GLORIOUS CHURCH , HOLY AND WITHOUT BLEMISH A). TRUE MINISTRY OR FAKE MINISTRY 1. EPHESIANS 5:25-27 - The ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Priests & Levites (Numbers 18)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 21, 2024

What lessons can a twofold ministry of priests and Levites teach a twofold Christian ministry of elders and deacons? Let's look at Numbers 18.

Was Israel given a two fold ministry of priests and Levites, similar to that of early church elders and deacons? Were they to live from offerings? Does this relate to modern preachers living from the Gospel? Let’s look at Numbers 18. Who were to be the ministers to help the priests in their ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Feb 7, 2005

The only thing that died with the last apostle, is belief in the entire word of GOD.

Being baptized with the Holy Spirit Very controversial- We’ve heard so many different opinion Most of us grew up in groups where it got a lot of bad press Most of the stuff you’ve heard isn’t even in the bible Traditions and opinions have trump the word of God – We’re believing lies Believing ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational