Sermons on Mission Trip:

The Cost Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 17, 2015

Being a disciple of Jesus Christ involves a cost. The cost is the path to abundant living

Matthew 16:24-17:8 “The Cost” INTRODUCTION Some passages in the Bible encourage. I love Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Other verses comfort such as, “The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want”—Psalm 23:1. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Battle Of Heart And Mind Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 12, 2013

In this sermon series, we’re going to be talking about the unseen enemy and the dangers of living for Jesus. We’re caught up in the spiritual battle between good and evil, and so it’s important to take proactive measures in regard to the unseen opposition

The Battle of Heart and Mind Ephesians 6:10-13 Read Romans 7:14-25 at the beginning of service A number of years ago, I was invited to preach a revival in Zwolle, LA. Anybody know where that is? It’s right by Many, LA. Hope that clarifies it for you. I had to leave right after church to make ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Methodist

When The Enemy Attacks

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 28, 2022

When the enemy attacks it is with the intention to damage our faith, bring fear and to make us feel useless to be used by God. Whenever we are attacked by the enemy, we need to realize Jesus is with us to strengthen us and intercede for us.

When the Enemy Attacks By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - On Thursday morning at 3:04 am I received a text message from one of my friends in the Ukraine. She said Please Pray they are shelling the Air Base here in Lutsk. The windows are shacking, and we don’t know what will happen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Apostolic

Across The Street And Around The World Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 10, 2012

Jesus instructs us to think and go global in our mission to reach and disciple others for Christ.

Title: Across the Street and Around the World Text: Acts 1:1-11 Thesis: Jesus instructs us to think and go global in our mission to reach and disciple others for Christ. Healthy Missional Churches have a global vision for sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ… Healthy Missional Churches see ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Thanks

Contributed by Jonathan Meade on Nov 20, 2023

(Pastor's note: Pastor this is a message to help set the stage of the heart for deeper worship.) Worship only happens when the gratitude inside pours out.

“Give Thanks” How do you put Christ at the center of your worship? One sure way to enjoy worship every time, be it private or the corporate experience, is to make sure that worship is actually happening. Many try to chase connection with God but miss it because they don’t know the key factor of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Mark 12:13-17, Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living Stones

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 6, 2007

Our lives are meant to be living memorials to the glory of God and the work of Christ.

September 9, 2007 Me: Life is full of some awesome memories. We like to capture them on video or in pictures so that we can reflect on them and tell others about them. (Show Pictures) You: What are some highlight moments from your life? What are the landmarks along the way that you reflect ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-10, 2 Peter 2:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Figs

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 5, 2008

As believers, we are saved and commanded to bear fruit. We will be judged on how we bear fruit. Jesus uses the parable of a barren fig tree to teach us of both the coming judgment of our productiveness, as well as how to bear fruit in the christian life.

HOOK: Figs – Janet preserving my Gran’s homemade fig preserves. I love fig preserves. READ: Luke 13:6-9 LOGO – Be doers of the Word and not hearers only James 1:22 I. F RUIT: First, we see in this passage that the purpose of a fig tree is to bear fruit Let me give you some facts about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

"The Terror Of Advent"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 6, 2015

The text shares the terror of Advent by make us consider the suddenness of the event, the cleansing that will take place, and the possibilities am I ready or not.

“The Terror of Advent” Malachi 3:1-4 1. What most people think about Advent? • Advent is a happy time and cheerful, it is the season of excitement, festive décor, beautiful music, Advent is filled with cheer, happy ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

"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

Upward Call Of God Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 7, 2011

2011 is the beginning of a new day, a new year, and a new season. A look at our mission as believers and as a church? How do we live our lives with a sense of God’s eternal purpose in everything that we do?

The Upward Call of God Pt 1 Introduction To Know, To Live, To Give Pt 1 Mat 16:13-14 If- asked- man on the street who Jesus was- you would get a variety of answers as we see in this verse. They had heard about Jesus, knew something about Him, but they did not personally know Him. Mat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-14

Denomination: Charismatic

There Once Was A Man Named John

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 15, 2023

John the Baptist was on a mission from God. We have a mission too - to testify to the Light.

12.17.23 John 1:6–8 (EHV) 6 There was a man, sent from God, whose name was John. 7 He came as an eyewitness to testify about the light so that everyone would believe through him. 8 He was not the light, but he came to testify about the light. There Once Was a Man Named John Some people are ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Pressing On When The Pressure's On Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2025

You will never coast into Christlikeness because spiritual growth is intentional, not automatic.

Pressing on When the Pressure’s On Philippians 3:12-4:1 Rev. Brian Bill March 15-16, 2025 A little over a year ago, I celebrated how God is using Pastor Ed Hedding from Pleasant View Baptist Church in Bettendorf. He’s a man on mission with a genuine love for the lost in our community. One of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart For The Lost

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025

God’s love moves first, searches tirelessly, and rejoices loudly—calling us to join His rescue mission for every wandering heart.

It’s funny how easily we can tune things out. I fly often, and when the attendants go through the safety speech, hardly anyone listens. We’ve heard it all before, and it doesn’t feel relevant—we don’t expect the plane to crash. Sometimes the church sounds that way to the world. The message is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32, Matthew 9:36, John 3:16, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Defining The Church

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Dec 14, 2001

What exactly is the church ... A community center, a social action organization, or a gathering of people set apart from a sinful world and set apart to a life devoted to God’s calling? Peter, the rock, helps us define the true purpose of the church.

Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris To define the church there is no better place in the Bible to look than at the 16th Chapter of Matthew and Peter’s confession at Caesarea ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

What Does It Take To Follow Jesus? Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 19, 2004

When we think we know what following Jesus means, we need to look again. Leaning on our own understanding is not trusting in the Lord with all our heart.

Luke 9 John McArthur, in his book, The Gospel According to Jesus, tells about a time when he was with a minister driving through a particular city. As they passed a liquor store John happened to mention that it was an unusual-looking place. “Yes,” he said. “There is a whole chain of those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62, Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ