Sermons on Mission Work:

Baptism: Magic Or Mission?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 14, 2010

"How can I get God to do what I want?" is the poor question that has led to erroneous concepts of baptism. Baptism is, to the contrary, our signing on to how we can go what God wants.

The problem is that if you don’t ask the right question, you’ll never get the right answer. If you ask the wrong question, you’ll never get the answer you want. A long time ago I learned that it is the wrong question, definitely the wrong question, to ask, "Are we having dessert tonight?" If I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Mission To Evangelize The World Series

Contributed by John Ojewole on Oct 20, 2000

The great commission of Jesus to all believers to make disciples of all people-groups.

The Mission To Evangelize The World Matthew 28:16-20 By John Ojewole The text of the message preached at the 2nd Annual Conference of the North American Fellowship of African Baptist Pastors, held in Nashville Tennessee from September 18 – 19, 2000. Today, I am speaking from a familiar passage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Made For An Unstoppable Mission Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Mar 20, 2003

Part 6 of this series looking into the purpose’s of life and how to live them out. This message looks into the final purpose of your life, you were made for an unstoppable mission.

Living a Purpose Driven Life part 6 (Made for an Unstoppable Mission) Brian A. Moon (Based on the book Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren) Tonight we have come to the end of the 40 Days of Purpose… and it has been an amazing journey!!! For those of you who may not know we have taken the last 40 ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21, John 17:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Accomplishing The Mission Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Patrick Mead on Nov 24, 2007

What the church needs to accomplish the mission of Jesus

Accomplishing the Mission of Jesus Galatians 2:1-10 Introduction Several years ago a phenomenon took place. It is called Starbucks Coffee. Most everyone has probably heard of Starbucks. If you are like me then you have contributed greatly to its success. Starbucks Coffee has become well known ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Biblical Pattern For Missions

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 30, 2004

DOING IT GOD’S WAY.

A BIBLICAL PATTERN FOR MISSIONS EXODUS 25:9, 40; HEB. 8:5 I. INTRODUCTION THE SOVEREIGN GOD HAS A PATTERN FOR ALL THAT HE DOES. GOD NEVER DOES ANYTHING AIMLESSLY OR HAPHAZARDLY. NOTICE IF YOU WILL THAT HE HAS A PATTERN FOR EVERY SNOWFLAKE THAT FALLS TO THE GROUND, HE HAS A PATTERN FOR EVERY STAR ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:9

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Mission Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Nov 20, 2007

The mission of marriage is submission for the purpose of two people helping one another to become who God has ordained for them to be.

SUBMITTING YOURSELVES ONE TO ANOTHER (part 1) “The Mission of the Marriage” Ephesians 5:17-20 (King James Version) 17Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. 18And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit; 19Speaking to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-20

Denomination: Charismatic

Who Is Your Mission? Series

Contributed by Doug Gregory on May 11, 2008

Part two in the series Mission Possible

RECAP: The church is the body of Christ To become a member of the body, you must make Christ the head! We ALL have individual and corporate missions! Our Individual Mission as a Believer is to go, make disciples, baptize, and teach with our life and speech! (Matthew 28:19-20) Our Corporate ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Focus On Your Mission Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon will guide believers on focusing on their mission to reach out to those who do not know Christ, emphasizing that they are not alone in this journey as God walks with them.

Church, I’m so excited to be with you once again today, as we close out this series all about our “Focus.” We have hit on many different places of focus. In preparation for this message, I felt like we should end this series talking about one of the most important facets of our faith and our focus: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Topics: Mission Focus, Active Faith, World Outreach

Sermon Series: Focus

Waiting And Working

Contributed by David Leach on Feb 27, 2014

Waiting brings the needed strength for working-preparing us for joyful and unwearied work.

From the book God's plans for you by Andrew Murray (Previously published with the title: "How to work for God") Eph 2:10 For we are God's own handiwork, His workmanship, recreated in Christ Jesus, born anew, that we may do those good works which God predestined (planned beforehand) for us that we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rest And Work Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 6, 2022

The word rest is forgotten by modern world. Work culture has overtaken everyone. Many have the Work-alcoholic spirit. I am busy, I was busy and I will be busy are the common words used in these days.

Rest and Work Genesis 2:1-3 Greetings: Introduction: The word rest is forgotten by modern world. Work culture has overtaken everyone. Many have the Work-alcoholic spirit. I am busy, I was busy and I will be busy are the common words used in these days. But God was concerned about rest. Rest to our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Mission And Ours Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Ultimate joy and fulfillment in the Christian life comes from passing the faith on to others. Our text challenges and equips us to do just that.

Jesus’ Mission and Yours Colossians 4:2-6 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: An old legend speculates about what might have happened when Jesus ascended to heaven after his crucifixion and resurrection. The angel Gabriel approached Him ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipleship: Bold In Mission

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2021

‘Bold In Mission.’ Colossians chapter 4 verses 2-6 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: TALKING TO GOD ABOUT PEOPLE Be faithful (vs 2a) Be watchful (vs 2b) Be thankful (vs 2c) Be specific (vs 3) TALKING TO PEOPLE ABOUT GOD By lips (vs 4) By life (vs 5-6) SERMON BODY: Ill: • I am not sure who counts these things, but multiple sources suggest, • That the average ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus' Mission

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 17, 2022

As Christians, we are called to continue the mission of Jesus.

JESUS’ MISSION Text: Lk. 19:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: “Our mission as Christians is to conform our lives evermore to Jesus as the model of our lives” (Pope Francis) 2. If we take this to heart, then Jesus’ mission becomes our mission. 3. What was Jesus’ mission? a. He Came for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Following Jesus In Mission Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Following Jesus in Mission

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Following Jesus in Mission Luke 19:1-10 April 11, 2010 I have found that same principle in my own life. One of the biblical priorities as a pastor is making disciples - winning people and training them and then sending them out to do the same. Yet with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discover Our Mission Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 5, 2006

The Church is created and empowered by the Spirit for the purpose of proclaiming God’s grace and love in word and deed.

Acts 1:1-11 “Discover Our Mission INTRODUCTION While we are being birthed as a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, during the month of October, I think it is important for us to focus on the reason and purpose for our life. Last Sunday Jose focused on Jesus’ teaching ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran