Sermons on Mission Field:

"Minas And Me:" The Parable Of The Minas

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 10, 2023

In the parable of the Minas, or what I am calling, “Minas and Me,” we are looking at the meaning behind the parable and the minas Jesus used as an example. And what the parable says, and what the minas mean, will define our mission until Jesus returns.

Parables to Live By “Minas and Me:” The Parable of the Minas Luke 19:11-27 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-c-AJNC0TU&t=11s During the late 70s and early 80s, there was great expectation within the church that Jesus would be returning soon. The reason was because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Foursquare

Stop Stealing! Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

Stealing is a violation of the law, a violation of loyalty, and a violation of love.

INTRODUCTION A Sunday School teacher was teaching her class about the difference between right and wrong. “All right children, let’s take another example,” she said. “If I were to get into a man’s pocket and take his wallet and remove all his money, what would I be?” Little Johnny’s hand went up. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

"And The Heavens Were Opened"

Contributed by David Washburn on Mar 24, 2003

Why was Jesus baptized? Christ’s baptism is an example of his commitment to God and God’s commitment to him and to us.

Matthew 3:13-17 “And the Heavens Were Opened” March 9, 2003 Why was Jesus baptized? Our Christian faith tells us that Jesus Christ was and is the Son of God and that he lived a life without sin. Baptism is a call to the confession and repentance of sins. This was especially true of the baptism ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Our Purpose: Witness Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006

As the body of Christ, we witness because Jesus has commanded us, empowered us, and wants to use us.

Our Purpose: Witness Text: Matt. 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Rom. 10:14-15 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 28:18-20 2. Illustration: A man was talking with a friend about a statement another friend had written. He said, "I think it is a beautiful statement. I like the adjectives he uses, but I also want ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

Useful To God

Contributed by David Nolte on Feb 17, 2019

A thing is useful when it does what it is made to do. A saw cuts, a hammer pounds, a drill bores holes. We are useful when we do what God made us to do.

“USEFUL TO GOD” Matthew 5:13-16 (NASB) David P. Nolte It was Christmas and Joe wanted to buy a gift for his wife, June, but Joe had two problems: 1. He was a real tightwad; he could squeeze a penny until Lincoln would holler for help. 2. He hated shopping for anything other than tools at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do We Want To See What Jesus Saw?

Contributed by Emil Boniog on May 19, 2011

Jesus looked beyond the physical appearance of people and saw THE SUFFERINGS OF HUMANITY. He also looked at the ministry and saw THE SHORTAGE OF HARVESTERS. The challenge: Do you feel the pains and desperation of people around you? Will you be a worker in

DO WE WANT TO SEE WHAT JESUS SAW? Matt. 9:35-38 THE PROPOSITION: We can only have true compassion for people the way Jesus had compassion for them until we look at people the way Jesus look at them. Verse 35 says that our Lord went to where the people were. He went from town to town, from village ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

God Saves A Tender Heart: Europe’s First Convert Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 24, 2017

In Acts 16 Paul received vision of a man from Macedonia to come over & help him. Paul & Silas immediately crossed the Aegean Sea to Europe to reach this man. Instead of a man, he found a woman, Lydia, Europe's first convert to Christ.

God Saves a Tender Heart: Europe’s First Convert Series: Acts Chuck Sligh April 23, 2017 NOTE: A PowerPoint and ProPresenter 6 slide presentation is available for this sermon upon request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Adapted from a sermon by Jerry Shirley on SermonCentral.com. TEXT: Please turn ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Culture Of Appreciating What Bears Fruits For You And What Doesn’t

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 20, 2019

Not all things bear fruits. Know what does and what doesn't so you don't use your time chasing the wind

May the peace of the Lord be with you. *DAY 13 OF LENT* Our reflection for today is on the 11th Kingdom Culture from the parable below: *THE BARREN FIG TREE* Luke 13:6-9 King James Version (KJV) 6 He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Charismatic

Growing Fruitful Followers Series

Contributed by David Asch on Nov 21, 2005

As we read some of Jesus’ final words, we discover the seemingly impossible mission he gives them. And it will greatly help us understand our own mission. Mission impossible? You be the judge…

GROWING FRUITFUL FOLLOWERS John 15:5-13 INTRO: Give every child an apple as they enter, with instructions not to eat it… As I talk this morning, I want each of you with an apple to be thinking about what this apple has to do with who Jesus wants us to be, what Jesus wants us to do. We’re calling ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call To Personal Witnessing

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jun 25, 2014

;But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: And ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth; (Acts 1:8).

Disclaimer Please note that all my sermons come from the Lord. But I get my info from many sources from my library and other sources. I do not claim all material as my originality. I don’t quote all sources but I give credit to the Lord who is the author of all sermons. “All originality and no ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Limiting God

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

"They limited the Holy One of Israel."

LIMITING GOD TEXT: Psalm 78:35-42 INTRODUCTION: "They limited the Holy One of Israel." God had been good to Israel. They were His chosen people. He had lavished His blessings upon them as described in this Psalm. But they willfully rejected Him, refused to believe in Him and to obey Him. "Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

Prayerful Response To The Senseless Shootings In Parkland, Florida

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 16, 2018

Obviously, this is more a prayer than a sermon. It is inspired during a time of prayer and meditation and worthy of sharing.

" But, O Lord of hosts, You who judge righteously, Testing the mind and the heart, Let me see Your vengeance on them, For to You I have revealed my cause." Jeremiah 11:20 "Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, 'Vengeance is Mine, I will repay.' says ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Called Them PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage us to respond to Jesus' call in our lives, becoming workers in His harvest field, spreading the good news and showing His love to a world in need.

Good morning, church family! Today, we gather to explore a passage from the Gospel of Matthew, which centers on Jesus' call to the apostles, their response, and the challenge for us to respond to Jesus' call in our lives today. In the words of C.S. Lewis, "The great thing to remember is that, ...read more

Topics: Jesus Calling, Apostles

Heading To The Finish Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 8, 2002

Jesus courageously completed His assigned mission.

HEADING TO THE FINISH Mark 11:1-25 S: Celebrate Jesus Th: Courage Pr: JESUS COURAGEOUSLY COMPLETED HIS ASSIGNED MISSION. ?: How? How did He do it? KW: Priorities TS: We will find in Mark 1:1-25 three priorities that enabled Jesus to courageously complete His assigned mission. The ____ priority ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Help

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 9, 2014

These verses show how Paul took Timothy under his care to develop and grow him.

AUG 11 2013PM A Call to Help Acts 16:1-16:11 Paul and Barnabas have parted ways since they couldn’t agree on whether to include Mark on the 2nd missionary journey. The disagreement was so sharp that Barnabas took Mark and went his way, while Paul took Silas with him to start his 2nd ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist