Sermons on Loss Of Service:

Father’s Day - Our Heavenly Dad’s Army

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jun 18, 2011

A short talk for an all-age service on Father’s Day using a short name that tune game, plus video of Team Hoyt.

What do Arthur, Katrina and Tina have in common? Let’s play name that tune and find out. 1. The theme from Dad’s Army, starring Arthur Lowe (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfQwHb1pWPE ). 2. Walking on sunshine by Katrina & the Waves (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPUmE-tne5U). 3. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Anglican

A Servant's Attitude!

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Sep 14, 2013

Jesus’ Triumphal Entry, A Palm Sunday Sermon; Deacon, Minister or Leadership Service/Ordination or Just Encouraging Believers to Serve with the right attitude.

A Servant’s Attitude! Mark 11:1-2 (NIV) As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and just as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, which no one has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Tenebrae 2024

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 27, 2024

This is a very solemn service. After all, the death and burial of Jesus was not a festive event. It was on this day of the week that Jesus was crucified, died, and was laid in the tomb.

Welcome. Introduce guests. Instructions: Tonight is going to be a little different from most services that you are used to. A solemn occasion. It commemorates the crucifixion, the death, and burial of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we begin our service, I emphasize that as the service ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-27, 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

Encountering Jesus (6) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 11, 2019

In Acts 9, Paul encounters Jesus and his life is changed. His story involves his sin, his salvation, and his service.

Encountering Jesus (6) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/8/2015 Two thousand years ago, Jesus entered our world and changed everything. Jesus is the most famous person in all of history. More songs have been sung to him, artwork created of him, and books written about him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-16, Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Christian Church

The Value Of Marriage

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 19, 2017

We had the privilege of having a couple renew their vows on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. This is the message I delivered as part of that service.

THE VALUE OF MARRIAGE EPHESIANS 5:21-34 I WANT TO TAKE A FEW MOMENTS TO TALK TO YOU ABOUT THE VALUE OF MARRIAGE. THE TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE RELATIONSHIP HAS BEEN FACING ATTACK FROM MANY FRONTS IN RECENT YEARS. SOME HOLLYWOOD MARRIAGES ONLY LAST A FEW HOURS AND THEY GET ALL THE PUBLICITY, BUT THE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-34

Denomination: Baptist

Entangled Or Disentangled? Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 5, 2025

Jesus equips disciples to transform their lives by disentangle ourselves from the materialistic thinking and practise of the world and entangling ourselves in service to our Saviour.

You can listen to this sermon at https://npbc.org.au/podcasts/media Matthew 6:19-24 “Entangled Or Disentangled?” When Jesus came to this earth Jesus made it very clear that we all need to make a decision. Are we going to live the way Jesus calls us to live? Or are we going to live our own ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Message

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Mar 12, 2025

This message was presented at the Memorial Service for my father-in-law, Sam Moore. He was an accomplished artist and a dedicated follower of Jesus Christ.

SAM MOORE As I have gone through the many paintings still in Sam’s art room, I have been amazed at how one man could create such a beautiful picture. God did not wire me to be able to do what Sam could do with a brush and some paint. He created this (painting) from this, a blank canvas. How does ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of A Pure Heart

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 19, 2025

The power of a pure heart cannot be overstated. It is the foundation for intimate fellowship with God, moral integrity, inner peace, effective service, and eternal reward.

THE POWER OF A PURE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 51:10 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:8, Proverbs 4:23, James 4:8, Hebrews 10:22 INTRODUCTION: The heart is the core of our being, the wellspring of life and actions. In Scripture, the purity of the heart is crucial because it shapes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10, Matthew 5:8, Proverbs 4:23, James 4:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Calling Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

We are all called by God to salvation and service, but we must learn to hear and answer His call amidst the interference in our lives.

Hey! Welcome! We're going to dive into some cool stories about Samuel and David and see what they can teach us about God's call in our lives. A.W. Tozer once said, 'God is looking for people through whom He can do the impossible. What a pity we only plan things we can do ourselves.' So, let's get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7

Topics: Divine Guidance, Spiritual Discernment, Faithful Obedience, Prophetic Calling

Six Things To Learn About The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jun 7, 2025

This is a talk for a family service on Pentecost Sunday, reminding us of some of the most important things about the Holy Spirit, with lots of visual aids.

THIS IS A FAMILY SERVICE SO THIS ‘TALK’ IS MEANT TO BE SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN AND QUITE INTERACTIVE. The scripture quotations are from the International Children’s Bible. Today’s an important day in the Christian calendar. It’s day for celebrating! It isn’t Christmas. It isn’t Easter. So, what ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Coming – Ready Or Not

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025

Jesus is coming; live ready now by trusting Him, loving boldly, and building His kingdom through faithful service and everyday holiness.

Introduction – Childhood Game When I was a little boy growing up in the Himalaya Mountains of northern India, one of my favorite games was hide-and-seek. Can you picture it? The thin mountain air, the smell of pine, the deep silence between giggles as I squeezed into some “secret” spot. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-42, Luke 19:12-36, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15, Isaiah 2:2-4, Romans 13:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The God Who Remembers Your Labour Of Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 16, 2025

God is faithful to remember every act of love, service, and sacrifice done for His name, and He rewards His people in due season.

THE GOD WHO REMEMBERS YOUR LABOUR OF LOVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 6:10 Key Verse: “For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.” — Hebrews 6:10 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Life From The Son

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025

Worship is the soul turning toward Christ’s light—adoration that becomes transformation, joy that becomes service, life aligned with divine love.

The Flower and the Smile: What Worship Really Is There are moments when a question feels too obvious to ask and yet too heavy to ignore. One of those questions has followed me for years: Why does God want our worship? If He is all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-sufficient, why would He want—much ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-25, John 4:23-24, Isaiah 1:15-17, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Psalm 100:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Intersection Of Time And Eternity: Watch Night Theology

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 31, 2025

Watch Night services create a unique theological moment—a threshold experience where the congregation stands between what was and what will be.

Watch Night services create a unique theological moment—a threshold experience where the congregation stands between what was and what will be. This liminal space is not merely chronological but deeply spiritual, where earthly time meets divine eternity. Kairos vs. Chronos In theological terms, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus And The Wannabe Kings PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

As Christians, we are called to a life of humility and service, not seeking worldly power or glory, but following the example of Jesus who came not to be served, but to serve.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving into a passage that might just step on our toes a little, but it's an important one. It's about our desire for security, the danger of pride, and the call to serve. You see, we live in a world where security is equated with success and power. But as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Topics: Fear, Security