Sermons on Ministry Outreach:

Sermon 3 - A Formula For Impacting Our World Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 9, 2025

God has not only given us a goal, He has given us a methodology for reaching that goal. It is a concise and clear formula for impacting our world with the Gospel.

Introduction: A. As you know, I like to start my sermons with something interesting or humerous, so I decided to start today’s sermon with a funny story about a science chemistry experiment gone wrong. 1. So, I started searching online, thinking surely there must be some great stories out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Fame Spread

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Feb 6, 2009

This message reveals some of the reasons Jesus’ fame spread.

Text: “And immediately His fame spread throughout the region around Galilee” (Mark 1:28). What does it mean to gain fame or become famous? To gain fame or to be famous means attaining a state of great reputation, recognition and to be widely known. How many of you fit that definition or in other ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Christian Church

Part 10 - Matthew 8:18-34 - When Jesus Skips Out On Church, You Know Someth Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 3, 2010

It's interesting to me that Jesus called His disciples to leave the crowd and His disciples and they experience some spiritual warfare as they cross to the other side of the lake. Why would Jesus miss this opportunity, when He had a crowd gathered?

Part 10 - Matthew 8:18-34 - WHEN JESUS SKIPS OUT ON CHURCH, YOU KNOW SOMETHING IS WRONG! I remember as a young student Pastor being invited to a Church for afternoon tea. They said they wanted to pray for me. What I didn't realise is that they wanted to pray for me to be their Pastor. At the end ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Mission Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Nov 10, 2009

Eight sermons that deal with eight unique characteristics of Jesus. Got the idea from Joe Causey.

“Eight Unique Characteristics of Jesus Christ” “His Mission” Luke 4:14-30 Sometimes our words can get us into trouble. A man who smelled like a brewery flopped on a seat at a bus stop next to a priest. The man’s shirt was stained, clothes messy, and a half empty bottle of wine was sticking out of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Ever Felt Forgotten? Series

Contributed by Jeff Krist on Apr 7, 2015

Have you ever felt FORGOTTEN? Joseph did, but he never stopped doing what God wanted him to do. He never just played it safe life so many people do.

A. WHO’S AVERAGE JOE 1. I don’t “I HAVE TO FIT IN THE CROWD - THING”” 2. Or “I have a certain “STATUS” I have to MAINTAIN” B. Are you comfortable in your own skin 1. Your not trying to measure up to what people want 2. But all you care ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

“god’s Ministry From The Sanctuary” Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 13, 2015

The “Bottom Line” in our Christian walk is not how well we sing, preach, teach, serve but rather how soft our hearts are before the Lord.

Manifest Presence Series “God’s Ministry from the Sanctuary” Part 1 (Inspired by Don Nori Sr.’s Manifest Presence: You Can Live Within The Veil) January 21, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A The “Bottom Line” in our Christian ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Service

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 4, 2017

This message examines Isaiah's call to ministry and his response, then applies principles to God's call on each of our lives. Isaiah's experience with the Lord, recorded in chapter 6, had a lasting effect on his life and ministry.

Called into Service (10-25-15 www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) Our text this morning is in Isaiah chapter 6. Please turn there in your Bibles. I want to talk about the call of God on your life. God’s calling on your life is more important than your career. Your career may have something to do with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13, John 12:41, Isaiah 30:10-11

Denomination: Charismatic

Escaping Pastoral Snares

Contributed by George Izunwa on Oct 4, 2016

Escaping some hidden traps that can hurt the life of a pastor and his ministry. It's a teaching outline.

Topic: Escaping pastoral snares - a snare is a trap! - a snare may be something originally good that has been abused into the users hurt. Ex. Gen 49:14-15. Ps 69:22 - a snare is a hunting instrument! Ex. Ps 91:3 Note -i- when a life is caught in a snare; it begins to produce ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is It Worth It?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 17, 2013

Ministry of any kind can be discouraging. In the long run, serving God and man pays off if we don't give up (Galatians 6.9).

1. Followers of Yeshua (Jesus) are called to imitate his life of service For the Son of man also came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." Mark 10.45 2. We might think of the professional clergy as being "ministers" -- on call 24/7, however, EVERY believer is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

State Of The Church

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Apr 26, 2002

This message looks at the four pillars of a growing Church; evangelism, outreach, worship, and fellowship.

State of the Church Dear friends, It has been one year since we gathered for worship in the Auditorium of the Warren local high school on a cool Sunday morning. That Sunday morning just a year ago, many in this community prophesied doom for the new church starting in the High School. I heard, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, 1 Corinthians 3:6

Denomination: Methodist

Ready For The Call

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Feb 20, 2004

This is an outreach sermon with the release of the movie "The passion", but could be used at any time.

Answering the Call 2/19/04 Acts 8:26-40 The hot topic, at least for me, has been about Mel Gibson’s movie “The Passion”. There has been a lot of excitement over the release of the movie that we have heard about for so long. From the Actor getting struck by lightning, to the deepening of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: *other

The Church: It's A Productive Place

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Nov 22, 2006

A practical message on outreach using the early church’s growth as a model for us.

The Church: It’s A Productive Place Acts 2:42-47 & 9:31 INTRODUCTION:(Prop: Houseplant) I want to introduce you to “the plant.” The reason I say, “The plant” is because it is the only plant in our home that is alive. In fact, it’s probably lived longer than any other plant we’ve ever had. My ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Christian Church

Riding Free In Christ

Contributed by Jason Olson on Nov 2, 2006

This is a sermon in an outreach to a motorcycle rally and explains how to "Build our Life" on Christ.

Building Your Life To Last “In order to ride free in Christ we must be built to last” I. Build Or Bust a. What’s Your Design? i. You’ve got to have a plan for what you want to build 1. Build or Bust Requirements a. You’ve got to have a plan b. You’ve got to have a design. It should be unique and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Jesus Who?

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Sep 20, 2007

Inviting the congregation to partner with the new outreach course. revision of sermon preached in the spring.

Why Jesus Who? September 9, 2007 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 The Bridge Illustration: The Bridge Illustration – thanks to the Navigators This illustration has been used to lead thousands of people to Jesus. It is great in that all you need is a writing instrument, and something to write on. A ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: *other

Making A Difference

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 13, 2002

How can we make a difference as Christians? Is warming a church pew the best I can do?

OPEN: Several years back the Merv Griffin Show had a guest that was a body builder. During the interview, Merv asked, “Why do you develop those particular muscles?” The body builder simply stepped forward and flexed a series of muscles from chest to calf. The audience applauded. “What do you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45, Mark 10:45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ