Sermons on Ministers Overnight:

Every Member A Minister

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

For the people to understand the place of spiritual gifts in the Church; to understand their personal responsibility to employ spiritual gifts to serve others; to understand the biblical assurance of what those gifts will accomplish when each part does it

Ephesians 4:7-16; Romans 12:1-8; I Peter 4:10-11; I Co 14:12 Colossians 1:27-29 Intro: Ephesians 4:11-16 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God's people for works of service, so that the body of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Every Member A Minister Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 17, 2016

Unity, Service, The Body of Christ, Growth

AN “I” EXAM: Restoring Our Vision for Christ’s Mission – Every Member a Minister Ephesians 4:1-16 (p. 815) May 22, 2016 Introduction: So the other day I get a call from the Church Research Group of America and one of their first questions is “How ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Angels - Ministering Spirits

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 7, 2013

To show that angels are sent out by the LORD JESUS to serve those who inherited salvation.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have GOD's angels ministering you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that angels are sent out by the LORD JESUS to serve those who inherited salvation. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 1:14 (Amplified Bible) 1:14 Are not the angels all ministering spirits ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ministers Wayward Children

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 1, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 8: 1 – 22

1 Samuel 8: 1 – 22 Ministers Wayward Children 8 Now it came to pass when Samuel was old that he made his sons judges over Israel. 2 The name of his firstborn was Joel, and the name of his second, Abijah; they were judges in Beersheba. 3 But his sons did not walk in his ways; they turned aside ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Epaphroditus: Faithful Minister Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 27, 2020

This message provides insight on the current crisis in America, then expounds Philippians 2:25-30. Paul's commendation of Epaphroditus supplies criteria for discerning godly New Testament leadership.

During the last few weeks our pattern has been to first address current events; then proceed with our study in Philippians. I will continue with that this morning. I. We are living in monumental times. It is a new season with new challenges and new opportunities. Charles Dicken’s line in A Tale ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20, John 13:1-17, Matthew 20:26-28, 1 Timothy 5:17-18, 1 Corinthians 12:11, 2 Timothy 4:20, Colossians 2:16, 1 Peter 4:17, Ephesians 6:12, Philippians 2:1-30, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Angels Minister To Us Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jul 9, 2021

The angel of the Lord encamps around you invisibly, to keep you from your enemies. But unless you see through the eyes of faith, you will not be able to see the invisible reality of God’s mighty hand protecting you.

The Angels Minister to us “The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him and delivers them.” - Psalm 34:7 Last week we meditated on the role of the Angels in the heavenly realm. They create an example for us of how we should worship the Lord. But there is another way that angels ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:7, Matthew 26:53

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Motivational Speakers Or Ministers

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 11, 2022

We are not called to entertain and right exposition of the Word may cause some pain.

1 Peter 4:11  If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.  When I am in the Pulpit, I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Minister To Jesus

Contributed by Michael L. Brown on May 1, 2022

Matthew makes it clear that when we minister to the poor, we minister to Jesus. And when we don't minister to the poor Jesus takes it personally

Matthew 25:31-44 (NKJV) The Son of Man Will Judge the Nations 31 “When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the holy angels with Him, then He will sit on the throne of His glory. 32 All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd divides ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-44, Malachi 3:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#38 Ministering In The Valley Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 22, 2021

When Peter, James and John were up with Jesus experiencing the Transfiguration, what were the other 9 disciples doing? They were down in the valley ministering in Jesus’ name…unsuccessfully. This sermon examines why they were unsuccessful in healing and casting out a demon from a man’s son.

#38 Ministering in the Valley Series: Mark Chuck Sligh February 21, 2021 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Flaming Fire Minister

Contributed by Benjamin Suulola on Feb 22, 2023

It is the desire of God that His ministers manifest as flaming fire in their generation. The reason is because fire is the identity of God and He has made His ministers to be flaming fire

It is the desire of God that His ministers manifest as flaming fire in their generation. The reason is because fire is the identity of God and He has made His ministers to be flaming fire (Psalm 104:4). However, there is a need to understand that we don’t just become a flaming fire minister. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:4, Matthew 17:1-4, Exodus 3:1-5, Song of Songs 1:4

Denomination: Apostolic

The True Measure Of A Minister Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 18, 2023

Paul addresses his critics directly and highlighted a few lessons. A true ministry does not draw attention to himself, commits to the work God assigns and lives for the audience of One, his Lord.

2 Cor 10:7-18 The True Measure of a Minister 2 Cor 10:7-18 – Paul addressing his critics 7Look at what is before your eyes. If anyone is confident that he is Christ’s, let him remind himself that just as he is Christ’s, so also are we. 8For even if I boast a little too much of our authority, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:7-18, Amos 7:7-9, Jeremiah 9:23-24, 1 Corinthians 3:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Godly Suggestions For Growing Ministers

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 24, 2022

In chapter 4. Paul warns for the coming apostasy in the church. He talks about three classes of ministers: good ministers with persuasive preaching, godly ministers who practiced what they preached, and growing ministers who were making notable progress for the kingdom of God.

Subject: Godly Suggestions for Growing Ministers Text: 1 Timothy 4:12-16 “Teach these things and insist that everyone learn them. 12 Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16, 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Waste The Pain

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Dec 30, 2018

We should use our witness for Christ to show others God's love and power.

Don’t Waste the Pain by: Joe M. Cherry I. Introduction A. Rom. 8:28 – “For we know that in everything God works for good with those who love Him and are called according to His purpose.” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15, Galatians 6:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Boss Is Firm Yet Fair

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 30, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 2; 1 – 36

1 Samuel 2; 1 – 36 My Boss Is Firm Yet Fair 1 And Hannah prayed and said: “My heart rejoices in the LORD; My horn is exalted in the LORD. I smile at my enemies, because I rejoice in Your salvation. 2 “No one is holy like the LORD, for there is none besides You, nor is there any rock like our God. ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Unusual Kindness Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 15, 2017

A study in the book of Acts 28: 1 – 31

Acts 28: 1 – 31 Unusual kindness 28 Now when they had escaped, they then found out that the island was called Malta. 2 And the natives showed us unusual kindness; for they kindled a fire and made us all welcome, because of the rain that was falling and because of the cold. 3 But when Paul had ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel