Sermons on Mission Impossible:

"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

Joshua 2: The Spies Found More Than Just Info! Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 29, 2024

Spies have the mission to find out selected, desired, information and report what they found. Two Hebrew spies were sent to find out what they could about Jericho, but they found something they didn't expect to see!

Introduction: This second chapter of Joshua has the record of two spies, sent by Joshua, to get as much information about Jericho as they could. This chapter also has the account of how Rahab, a Canaanitess and native of Jericho, had come to believe in the God of Israel. Rahab protected the two ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Last Words Of Jesus On The Cross

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 25, 2024

The last words said by a person who is about to die can show what their main concerns are and what their character is like. From what Jesus said at the end of His life, we can see His character, mission, and concerns.

Intro: The last words said by a person who is about to die can show what their main concerns are and what their character is like. For example, there was a shop owner who was lying in his bed, and he almost died. His wife and children were around him. With his eyes closed, he said their names: Mey ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-34, Luke 6:27-29, Luke 23:39-43, Luke 19:10, John 19:25-27, Matthew 9:36, Matthew 27:45-46, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 4:15, John 19:30, Luke 23:44-46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holy Spirit: The Spirit Gives Us Power Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Aug 10, 2025

WE BELIEVE that the baptism in the Holy Spirit is given to believers who ask for it. This experience is distinct from and subsequent to the experience of new birth. Spirit baptism gives believers power to live and serve God and gifts to fulfill the mission of the Church...

Pentecost: The Spirit Gives us Power 1 After the death and resurrection of Jesus, he appeared over a period of 40 days to about 500 of his followers (Acts 1:3). At His last appearance, before He ascended to heaven, He gave the great promise of Spirit Baptism to His followers (Acts 1:4-8). Then, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4, Acts 8:14-17, Acts 9:17, Acts 10:44-47, Acts 1:8, Acts 2:38-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Must We Love? Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Apr 11, 2012

“Why do you think I gave you my grace and the gift of the Holy Spirit?” My grace is sufficient, but sufficient for what? To keep you going forward in your mission in spite of insults, hardships, persecutions, and difficulties. It’s not just a get to heave

You may be thinking, boy this series is sure a lot about what we must know, and must do, when do we get to some teaching about God’s love and grace. Well, part of me wants to say, we have had so much of that we have become mushy Christians who do very little for the Kingdom. Another part ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-31

T-O-P Elements Of Faith

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 5, 2012

In this chapter, it shows the TOP Elements of Faith. TOP stands for: Trust, Obedience and Prayer. First of all is “T”. TRUST in God’s Power. You ought to know how great our God is. You ought to know what God can do. That He can do impossible things.

In this chapter, it shows the TOP Elements of Faith. TOP stands for: Trust, Obedience and Prayer. First of all is “T”. TRUST in God’s Power. You ought to know how great our God is. You ought to know what God can do. That He can do impossible things. It says in Verse 1, “God is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-10

Denomination: *other

"The Leader's Leader"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

A leader that is not being led by God can’t be trusted! (Dennis Deese) Jesus owns the church and thus He is the leader of the church. The church will only fulfill its mission when its leadership is following its leadership. David was a great leader be

“THE AUTHORITY OF GOD” (The Leader’s Leader) II SAMUEL 5-7 A leader that is not being led by God can’t be trusted! (Dennis Deese) Jesus owns the church and thus He is the leader of the church. The church will only fulfill its mission when its leadership is following its leadership. David ...read more

Another Day, Another Millennium

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 4, 2003

If the Lord were to ask what we have done with the last millennium, we would have to report that we never learned peace instead of war or love instead of hate. Our agenda for the new millennium needs to be justice, peace, and mission.

Here it comes again, the end of another year! How soon it gets here after Christmas! Isn’t it astonishing? Don’t you wish they could throw in another week or two before the end of the year? We need to get over the rush of Christmas before we have to face the year’s end? I know the Post Office ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-12, 1 Peter 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Ahead When Opposition Comes Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 11, 2005

When we are on a mission from God and we run into barriers and things don’t seem successful - how do we react? Moses experienced this upon returning to Egypt. We learn how God works with us but keeps on task.

Sometimes we think that battling for the Lord ought to be easy. I mean, here’s a Guy who created the universe by talking! It’s like Bill Cosby said to his son once on The Cosby Show "I brought you into this world and I can take you back out!" We like have a powerful person on our side. The problem ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Cross: A Forethought Not An Afterthought

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 16, 2004

God did not give us Calvary to make amends for any mistake of His own in creating man. Let’s look at God’s presence in Calvary realizing it was a mission He sent His Son on that was purposed before the world was formed.

The Cross “A Forethought Not an Afterthought” I. Introduction A. The Passion of the Christ 1. The cross and Christ are getting a lot of publicity these days. a.To the tune of 100’s of millions. b.That’s great because salvation comes only via ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus-The Reclaiming King Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

A RECOGNIZANT MISSION OF COSMIC PROPORTIONS, ¡KOF ALL CREATION - More specifically we are introduced to the RESCUER AND RECLAIMER HIMSELF¡K JESUS - As the angels had announced at his birth, ¡§They bring Good News of Great Joy¡K for a SAVIOR was born.¡¨

Many of you may remember the story of Captain Scott O¡¦Grady whose plane was shot down in the Bosnian conflict less than two years ago¡K The June 19, 1995 issue of Newsweek recounts the details of Captain O¡¦Grady¡¦s six day ordeal behind enemy lines. Tearing off his chute on the ground, he hid ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Healed The Sick

Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 5, 2006

The reason for Jesus’ miracles, is to validate his office, his mission, and his message. Today, miraculous healings are not badges of prophetic office, but are, instead, answers to prayer by those who have access to God through His Son Jesus Chr

One theme that immediately jumps out at us today from the lessons – particularly the Old Testament Lesson from 2 Kings and the Gospel lesson from Mark – is the theme of healing. The Old Testament lesson, of course, might be called the ultimate miracle of healing, when Elisha raises the Shunnemite ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Drama Free Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 19, 2012

Today we are going to see the importance of relationships in this mission. It is vitally important to establish healthy relationships in your life to assist in serving God. God works through people. God never does anything in the world except what God do

Drama Free Matthew 10:9-15 Charlie Brown said it best: "I love mankind, it's people I can’t stand!" ...and we can all relate. Life could be so serene were it not for those pesky relational challenges. Last week we looked at the importance of the simplicity of our lifestyle, because the wrong ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:9-15

Denomination: Methodist

Introduction To 1 Timothy Series

Contributed by T D on Jul 25, 2011

This series is a quick look through the book of 1 Timothy as Paul encourages the younger man in his efforts to realign the mission of his church. If we want the church to be what it is supposed to be each person must give themselves to being the best Chr

Series: So You Want to Be the Church? Intro to 1 Timothy 1 Timothy 1:1-11 Today we are beginning a series over the next 6 weeks through the book of 1 Timothy in an effort to be ever more familiar with the basics of what the Bible has to say about the church. This is important for us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Still Speaks To His People

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 3, 2010

Does God still speak to his people today with an audible voice, visions and dreams....looking at the Life of Abraham and the "mission God wants to accomplish...seeking the lost or doing a good work. "Experiencing God"Henry blackaby was a great help for t

In Jesus Holy Name February 28, 2010 Lent II Genesis 15:1,4-5 Redeemer “God Still Speaks to His People” The book of Hebrews begins with these words: “In the past God spoke to our fore fathers through the prophets, at many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran