Sermons on Lay Ministry:

The Holy Spirit's Ministry Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

THe omniscience of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit’s ministry John 16: 12- 24 Just a couple of weeks ago the date was Friday the thirteenth and as long as I can remember this has always been considered to be an unlucky day. When I lived in Cape Breton as a kid they’d always warn you, be very careful ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of The Resurrected Christ

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 7, 2009

So what? So what if Jesus is alive today? This teaching looks at John’s vision of the resurrected Jesus and how it affects us today!

THE MINISTRY OF THE RESURRECTED CHRIST REVELATION 1:9-20 1. Illus. of Sunday School class • Teacher asked four-year-olds, “what were the first words Jesus spoke after resurrection?” • One little girl raised hand and said, “tah-dah!” • In my private thoughts, I often think of the resurrection as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of A Child Of God Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 31, 2008

The purpose of this message is to help us understand that the church is to minister to all walks of life and all kinds of people as God gives us the opportunity and to encourage us to reach out to the needy in our communities.

THE MINISTRY OF A CHILD OF GOD Acts 9:32-43 INTRODUCTION: A. The summer Olympics ended this past week in Beijing, China. 1. And it is natural for the games to be nationalistic – we each root for those who are of our own nation taking pride in those who win a. Who could not shout when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph's Prison Ministry Series

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Sep 28, 2008

Our text finds Joseph still in the midst of a great trial of faith. He has been mistreated, misrepresented, maliciously accused and imprisoned. In the midst of it all Joseph remained patient and kept his testimony intact.

JOSEPH’S PRISON MINISTRY – #5 Genesis 40:1-41:1 TEXT: Genesis 39:23 “The keeper of the prison looked not to anything that was under his hand; because the LORD was with him (Joseph), and that which he did, the LORD made it to prosper.” Our text finds Joseph still in the midst of a great trial of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Having A Ministry Mindset Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jun 22, 2009

Jesus wants us to trust him to use us in ministry.

Title: Having a Ministry Mindset Text: John 6: 1-13 (The feeding of the 5000) Introduction “When Jesus looked up and saw a great crowd coming toward him, he said to Philip, “Where shall we buy bread for these people to eat?” He asked this only to test him, for he already had in mind what he was ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Call To Ministry”

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 29, 2009

From the individual calls of the disciples we see that what he said to them is repeated in the life of every Christian.

“The Call to Ministry” Mark 1:16-20 In the last message we looked at the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. Now we see that Jesus came out of the wilderness after his battle with Satan to declare the Kingdom of God was at hand. But the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20, Mark 16:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Silly Walks Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jan 19, 2009

Sin in a person’s life is not what determines if they are truly a Christian or not, John tells us one practical way to evaluate ourselves in our Christian walk.

A pastor and his wife were vacationing in Estes Park, Colorado, and were having breakfast in a local coffee shop. It was empty except for four men at another table. One was mocking Christianity; in particular, the resurrection of Christ. He went on and on about what a stupid teaching that was. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shaping Ourselves For Ministry

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 31, 2009

God has shaped each one of us for ministry. It is important for us to understand our shape and use it for God’s glory

Shaping ourselves for ministry Are you SHAPEd for ministry? Adapted from an article by Rick Warren (Author of “Purpose Driven Life” and “Purpose Driven Church”) S.H.A.P.E. is an acronym Rick Warren developed years ago to explain the five elements that determine what a person’s ministry should be. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 19:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Anointing On Ministry Gifts

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 30, 2008

Understanding the UNIQUE role of the ministry gift to the body of christ

THE ANOINTING ON MINISTRY GIFTS Eph. 4:11ff Bishop David Ibeleme The Anointing  Divine Enablement  Supernatural Empowerment  The Power or Might of God There are two (2) distinct types:  Within (character)  Upon (charisma) There are three (3) types of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Glorious Tasks Of Ministry Series

Contributed by John Boquist on Aug 9, 2008

In our ministry, there are various tasks, all of which can serve to glorify Christ.

Text: Colossians 1:24-2:5 Title: The Glorious Tasks of Ministry Introduction Paul told the Colossians about his many tasks in ministry, all of which served to glorify Christ. In our ministry, there are various tasks, all of which can serve to glorify Christ. We are all called to ministry. Some ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Value Your Ministry Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 28, 2009

Paul is motivated to preach the Gospel, even in the midst of harsh realities. Learn to see your ministry as significant and special, and do not build your worth or significance upon the state of your ministry.

Paul did not really have a good start into the Christian life and ministry • Not like many of us, we are brought up in the church, we know Christ from young. We are placed in Christian families with good Christian environment. • But that wasn’t Paul’s experience. He fought Christianity and was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ministry Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 25, 2009

Ministry of the Holy Spirit in O.T. and N.T.

Ministry of the Holy Spirit I. Ministry of Verbal Inspiration of Scripture (II Samuel 23:1-7) A. Method of the Holy Spirit-Speaking the Word B. Means of the Holy Spirit-Tongue of David C. Message of the Holy Spirit for Men-Qualifications & Results of Godly Leadership D. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ministry Teams And Serving Series

Contributed by Troy Richards on Dec 9, 2010

A five week series looking at why we do the things we do at church. Part four focuses on why we have people serve and do ministry.

[SIMPSONS VIDEO] -it’s been a few weeks, but if you remember, we are spending the fist Drink Deeps of the year looking at why we do what we do, taking a look at church in general, but specifically here at Fire & Water and looking at why we do the things we do. -because for many people, church is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Methodist

A Ministry That's Youthful

Contributed by Ronald E Flemmings Jr on May 29, 2011

Edification and Encouragement

"A Ministry That's Youthful” 1Tm.4:12-16 Represent the Will of God v.12… “Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.” 4:12. At first Paul’s instruction that Timothy should not let ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Foundations For Ministry That Lasts

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 15, 2020

1.LOVE 2.FAITH 3.WISDOM 4.GRACE 5.HOLINESS 6.WILL OF GOD 7.HOLY SPIRIT

FOUNDATIONS FOR MINISTRY THAT LASTS ************************************************* John 15:16 You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16

Denomination: Pentecostal