Sermons on Ministry Of Encouragement:

Preparation For Ministry 2: Understanding Power Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 11, 2021

The devil's offer of giving to Jesus authority over all the nations might have seemed like an easy shortcut to fulfill his calling, but of course, Jesus saw through the temptation of power. He saw power far above coercion. He saw the power of love and servanthood.

When you hear me say the word, “power,” I’ll bet it can stir up all sorts of feelings inside. On one hand it may bring memories of a time when someone used power over you in a painful and destructive way and you cringe a bit inside. On the other hand it may stir up a hope of having power ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Parenting: A Call To Real Youth Ministry Series

Contributed by Mark Magee on Aug 16, 2004

Today, as we continue our Home Improvement sermon series, I want to focus on the topic of Parenting and I want to help raise the bar.

Stormie Omartian has written books called, The Power of a Praying Parent, The Power of a Praying Wife & The Power of a Praying Husband. In the Power of a Praying Parent she opens the book sounding like Dickens — "It’s the best of jobs. It’s the most difficult of jobs. It can bring you the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Have A Death Proof Ministry

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 16, 2015

A sermon examining the opportunity to leave behind a legacy of faithful Christian service.

How To Have A Death Proof Ministry Acts 6:8-15 (January 2023) There are certain people throughout the history of this church who have left a lasting legacy. There are others that I never had the privilege to meet because they went to glory long before I arrived. But their stories, legacies ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Falling Asleep At The Wheel

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jan 6, 2011

To encourage the listener to stay alert and focused serving Jesus at all times.

Over this Christmas break I did a good amount of traveling. I went to a small town called Arriba, CO. I went there to pick-up and drop off two of our sons for Christmas. From Leon to Arriba is 436.43 Miles and it takes about 6 hours and 37 minutes one way. So just driving time alone, not including ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6

Denomination: Other

Preparing Our Hearts For Miracles And Ministry

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 1, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT PREPARING OUR HEARTS FOR MIRACLES AND MINISTRY AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1. PRAYER 2. FAITH 3. HOLY SPIRIT 4. PREPARING FOR MIRACLE DELIVERANCE 5. HUMILITY 6. A PURE HEART 7. PREPARING OUR HEARTS TO BE USED BY GOD

PREPARING OUR HEARTS FOR MIRACLES AND MINISTRY ************************************************************************************ OUTLINE 1. PRAYER 2. FAITH 3. HOLY SPIRIT 4. PREPARING FOR MIRACLE DELIVERANCE 5. HUMILITY 6. A PURE HEART 7. PREPARING OUR HEARTS TO BE USED BY GOD THE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Workers Are Needed

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 10, 2008

Message discussing Jesus’ willingness to go; and our need to follow His example.

The workers are needed Matthew 9:35-38 - This message tonight which will lead up to Sunday morning (special service) - It is important that we understand our place in the Gospel; to spread it at all costs - As a believer, we are no longer on the side line – we are on the front line now - Tonight, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Work Of The Holy Spirit In Jesus' Ministry Series

Contributed by Todd Riley on Dec 11, 2001

An examination of the work of the Holy Spirit in Jesus’ life and ministry

Islington Baptist Church December 9, 2001 Isaiah 11:1-9 Scriptures: Luke 10, Jeremiah 33, Psalm 89, Isaiah 10, I Corinthians 12:1-11 Jesus in the book of Isaiah As you know, Isaiah is filled with references and allusions to Jesus Christ. 700 years before Jesus came down to the earth from ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Guideline #7: Every Member In Ministry Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 3, 2003

Being a Christian means being a minister.

SERIES: “GOD-GIVEN GUIDELINES FOR GROWING A GREAT CHURCH” TEXT: EPHESIANS 4:7-16 TITLE: Guideline #7: “EVERY MEMBER IN MINISTRY” (bulk of material from Bob Russel’s When God Builds A Church) INTRODUCTION: A. Sometimes it’s extremely difficult to get a well-established church to get moving ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fanning The Flames

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 12, 2023

In the face of great heresy Paul knew Timothy was tiring out so despite his own bleak circumstances Paul wrote the words of encouragement that his son desperately needed to hear to fan the flames of his dedication to the Lord!

Fanning into the Flame 2 Timothy 1 :1-7 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 From the dark, dreary, cold underground chamber in Rome’s Mamertine prison apostle Paul puts to pen what would be his very last communication with the outside world. Though he had been in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry: You Are Shaped For Serving God

Contributed by C Reola on Mar 3, 2006

This is a tagalog sermon. Use your gifts for the ministry. You are for God’s service.

Purpose Driven Life Message MINISTRY: You Are Shaped for Serving God Sermon Manuscript A Blessed Mother’s Day sa lahat ng mga nanay. Lalo na sa aking pinakamamahal na ina na nasa Los Baños, Laguna ngayon. Mapagpalang umaga po sa ating lahat ganun din na sa mga bisita natin at sa mga kasama sa ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret To Making A Difference During A Pandemic

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 8, 2020

Many organizations plateaued or lost momentum this year, budgets are tight. The future is unclear. Yet our desire is still to be successful ministry and fulfill God’s call on our lives. The disciples in John 15 faced a similar situation.

Sermon: The Secret to Making a Difference During a Pandemic John 15:1-17 During this season, months in a pandemic, increasing unemployment, rampant sickness and death, and on top of that, trying to do virtual ministry, it is hard to gage my success. Am I being successful or just spinning my wheels? ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17, John 14:12, John 14:14

Denomination: Methodist

"The Advantages To Fellowship" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 21, 2011

If we are to be advantaged when gathering with God's people, we must remember the focus and foundation of true Christian fellowship.

Last time, we made note of how of verse 25 admonishes us to not give up on meeting together with God’s people. We are told that we must fellowship with God’s people at every opportunity, intentionally, persistently, and habitually. Meeting together with the people is a good habit to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen For The Most Vital Of Ministries-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 21, 2010

2 of 3. Zacharias & Elizabeth were chosen to fulfill His plan of salvation for mankind. God chooses people for His most vital of ministries. But what are their circumstances? You may be chosen for the most vital of ministries in the midst of...

CHOSEN for the MOST VITAL of MINISTRIES-II —Luke 1:5-25 Attention: The pastor was chosen for the most vital of ministries! Any of us could be chosen for the same. Need: Zacharias & Elizabeth were 2 servants of God thru whom He chose to fulfill His plan of salvation for mankind. God used ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Excel In Your Gift, Grace And Ministry

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Aug 22, 2022

God wants us to recognize the grace He has bestowed on us, appreciate the gift He has blessed us with, and set out to diligently and faithfully carry out the work He has entrusted into our hands.

In Matthew 25: 14-30, Jesus told a parable of a man who gave talents to three of his servants. The first received 5 talents, the second servant 2 talents and the third was given 1 talent. The talents were not shared arbitrarily; haphazardly, blindly, aimlessly, by chance, by coincidence or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Romans, Part 35 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 17, 2011

Paul's continued encouragement to the Jews in the church in Rome also serves as a reminder to the Gentile of who we are; and that our in-grafting is for the glory of God ... not for us to swell with pride.

Romans, Part 35 Romans 11:11-24 Introduction - It is important that we not only see the encouragement to the Jews in Rome -- But, that we see our role in being part of the existing remnant - Paul discussed that seeking God through our own pride is not the way -- Those in Israel who thought ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational