Sermons on Masters And Servants:

Servants Are The Greatest

Contributed by John Foster on Sep 22, 2003

An interactive childrens address demonstrating that the people whom we consider the greatest are very often servants. It asks who’s serving who. Jesus is Servant to all and we are all serving God.

Preparation:- Make up the following 14 signs:- Size is appropriate for the size of church – I used A4 (Foolscap) Servant served Doctor Patient Local People Congressman Parents Children The People Jesus Our Community [Our Church] ME GOD You will need 2 notice boards and some velcro sticky ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Methodist

The Going Of The Servant

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 14, 2003

The Psalmist tells us how to evangelize.

INTRO.- ILL.- The preacher was called to hear the reading of the will of a wealthy member of his church who had died. The preacher and the man’s family members were all very disappointed to hear the will which read, "BEING OF SOUND MIND AND BODY, I SPENT ALL MY MONEY ON MYSELF." ILL.- A man and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unmerciful Servant

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003

To note that we as Christians are to forgive others because we have been greatly forgiven by God.

The Unmerciful Servant Text: Matthew 18.21-35 Thesis: To note that we as Christians are to forgive others because we have been greatly forgiven by God. Introduction: (1) “Blessed are the merciful for they shall obtain mercy” (Matt. 5.7). (2) The Background: “Then Peter came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Special Servants

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

A study of Deacons: Definition, Divine Order, and Designation.

Special Servants 1 Timothy 3:8–13 INTRODUCTION • Last week (insert names) was set before you a deacon. • What an exciting time! To see a church grow spiritually. • Elders have asked me to speak on this subject. MAIN BODY I. Definition A. Our English work for Deacon is translated from the Greek ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Servant Leadership

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. It happened in the Spring of 1981 .......... perhaps you remember it. a. President Reagan had just been shot by John Hinckley. 1) Washington was shocked and stunned. 2) Vice-President George Bush was not immediately available. 3) Even at the White House no one was sure what was going ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Servant Leadership

Contributed by Bob Hager on Apr 12, 2001

Jesus modeled real influence when he washed his disciples feet.

In our scripture this evening, we see the servant message of the Gospel. Jesus and his disciples are coming home after a tense day in Jerusalem, a day in which Jesus alludes to the imminence of his impending death. Filled with anxiety and fear, they enter the upper room. After a day out in the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Unsuccessful Servant

Contributed by Mark Barnes on Jun 2, 2001

Isaiah’s call - are we willing to respond in the way that he did?

Introduction ============ Before we look at these verses, let me fill you in on some of the background to the book of Isaiah. The year that King Uzziah died (verse 1) is about 750 years before the birth of Christ. You may know that the nation of the Jews is split into two Kingdoms. The northern ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffering Servant Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Mar 4, 2004

#4 of the Servant Songs of Isaiah: The Suffering Servant. 1. The Divine Proclamation 2. The Servant’s Life 3. The Servant’s Vicarious Suffering 4. The Servant’s Silent Suffering 5. The Servant’s Victory

March 7, 2004 Title: Servant Songs of Isaiah #4: Suffering Servant Text: Isaiah 52:13-53:12 Introduction 1. There are 5 "Servant Songs" in Isaiah. We started with the Introduction of the Servant in Isa_42:1-4... Where God says, "Here is My Servant, whom I uphold. My Chosen One in whom I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Nazarene

A Servant And A Hireling Series

Contributed by William Morris on Mar 20, 2004

The 5th in a series of messages on the life of the Prophet Elijah

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: I Kings 18_1-16 Title: The Hireling and the Servant Date: March 14, 2004 Introduction: After a three-year period of being hidden away from public view, first by the brook called Cherith and then at Zarephath, Elijah is brought back into the spotlight. When he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of A Servant

Contributed by Kris Roberts on Apr 23, 2004

A look at what it costs to be great in this life

“The Heart of a Servant” 1.Introduction · Who is the greatest person living today? Lead discussion Matthew 20:26-28 says… “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave, just as the Son of Msn did not come to be served, but to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:26-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Leadership-Servant

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 28, 2006

GOD HAS CALLED ALL OF HIS PEOPLE IN SOME TYPE OF LEADERSHIP. OUR LIVES AWAYS CAUSE AN EFFECT ON SOMEONE ELSE. Give me a hundred men who fear nothing but sin, and desire nothing but God, and I will shake the world. I care not a straw whether they be cler

LEADERSHIP AND SERVANT LEADERSHIP May 20, 2006 I. LACK OF LEADERSHIP IN THE CHURCH AND IN ALL AREAS OF THE WORLD. A. What is a leader? 1. Has followers. 2. Power. 3. Charisma B. Titles and position does not make a leader. C. A leader touches everyone by his or her actions. D. We are influenced ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:11-12

The Heritage Of The Servants

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Aug 7, 2006

The ‘wrath of God’ is much too frightening or too negative for some of us to ever want to sit down and study. Let me see if I can be of help to you on this subject.

THE HERITAGE OF THE SERVANTS Introduction: God loves you and knows everything about you. We also love God but we know very little about Him. I firmly believe that God wants to reveal Himself to you. Some things we know, some things we don’t…some things are difficult to understand about God. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Servants Heart Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 8, 2005

In the acronym of GRACE the A stands for A Servants Heart. We are called to be servants because it is commanded by God, it demonstrates love, it makes life bearable and it is practical

THE LIFE OF G.R.A.C.E. “A Servant’s Heart” Sept. 11, 2005 Intro: Four years ago, our nation was rocked by incredible terrorists’ attacks. We thought that it could never happen here, but it did. Thousands of people died and thousands were wounded. *** Pictures of WTC, NYPD and Firefighters One ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Trusted Servants Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jan 25, 2006

The hallmark of the trusting laborer is the Holy Spirit fruit that is evident in his life, no matter what the harvest is that the Lord brings forth from his efforts.

Turn Your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 3:6-10 Title: Trusted Servants Theme: Hallmarks of a Trusting Laborer Series: Laboring Together With God Introduction: There is a swinging pendulum of reactions in the church of Jesus Christ in regard to the attitude of her laborers. When one sees the results ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unmerciful Servant Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Feb 12, 2007

Being forgiven means we become forgiving people

Matthew 18.21-35 I know I often start each sermon with putting a passage in its context – but this morning it is vital that you understand the context of these verses if you are in any way to understand their importance for us as a church here at Holy Trinity. Chapter 18 of Matthew contains 7 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican