Sermons on Missional:

Holy Spirit Job Description Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Nov 12, 2002

The basic truth of this message is that God is clear and concise in the mission of the Holy Spirit in the world. He is not confused about his purpose and plans.

John 15:26-16:9 NIV: John 15:26 “When the Counselor comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who goes out from the Father, he will testify about me. 27And you also must testify, for you have been with me from the beginning. John 16:1 “All this I have told you so that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Getting A Message To Garcia

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 16, 2002

It is our DUTY-our MISSION to carry the gospel to everyone we know. An inspiring message for Christians to become active in everyday evangelism.

A Message to Garcia Mark 16:15-16 INTRODUCTION: Setting: Late 1800’s America is on the brink of war with Spain Spain is ravaging Cuba General Garcia leads the freedom fighters of Cuba Garcia has disappeared into the mountains to save his own life After the War: Elbert Hubbard, friends and family ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Five Reasons That Jesus Came To Earth

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 18, 2003

This sermon looks at the 5 places in Matthew where Jesus specifically said, "I came. . ." and explores those reasons for His mission.

WHAT WAS JESUS’ MISSION ON EARTH? A: “Jesus repeatedly made it clear that He understood that His mission on earth led to a cross.” - In Matthew, see 16:21; Jesus repeats in 17:22-23; Jesus repeats again in 20:17-19. WHAT DID JESUS HOPE TO ACCOMPLISH IN COMPLETING HIS MISSION? - The ...read more

Scripture: John 16:21

Denomination: Baptist

Why God Gives His Blessing

Contributed by W F on Aug 17, 2002

This sermon has a mission focus and explains that God blesses his people in order that they may become a blessing to others in his Creation.

INTRODUCTION I need your help. You see, every day I come across people, and every night I see a world of people on the news, who have no good fortune. Nothing seems to go their way. There are so many. Perhaps you’ve met one or two. The frustrated, the depressed, the unfulfilled. The unemployed, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 67:1-7

Denomination: *other

Open Hearts And Minds

Contributed by Jay Robison on Feb 7, 2006

This sermon is part of a series dealing with our church mission statement. LOVE like Christ. the O=Open hearts and minds for outreach.

L .O.V.E LIKE CHRIST . . having OPEN hearts and minds January 15, 2006 Jay Robison 1 PETER 3:15-18 As I was in line this week to buy 2 ct stamps reminded of story yrs ago city of Pittsburgh build a large, multi-million $$ post office at grand opening, Gov made speech, bands played and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Reflections Of The High Priestly Prayer

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 27, 2006

Four thoughts 1. The importance of prayer, 2. The goal of Jesus ministry, 3. The simplicity of his mission and 4. changed lifestyles

DC/NR 28-05-06 Jn 17:1-19 : The High Priestly Prayer I was sent this story last week by e-mail: A man went to a barbershop to have his hair cut and his beard trimmed. As the barber began to work, they began to have a good conversation. They talked about so many things and various ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-19

Denomination: Anglican

John The Baptist And The Messiah

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 10, 2007

John the Baptist had doubts as to Jesus being the Messiah so asked for evidence, receiving details of His Mission and Identity and a Commendation.

JOHN THE BAPTIST AND THE MESSIAH John the Baptist was a great personality, very much in the mould of the Old Testament prophets. In fact he was the last in their line. As a young man he’d had an inner urge to serve God. No doubt his parents had told him of the special circumstances surrounding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Revealing The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 2, 2008

The Revelation of Jesus Christ began in the mind of God and has been given to the man of God to know our mission from God.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ began in the mind of God and has been given to the man of God to know our mission from God. The Persecution of John 1:9 We have a common association. We are both brothers and companions. There is a divine bloodline that runs through believers. The word companion ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of The Church

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 22, 2005

The words of Jesus Christ in Matthew 16 reveal the importance of the church as Christ reveals the ownership, foundation, power, authority, and mission of the church.

The Importance of the Church Matthew 16:13-19 Introduction: TEN THINGS YOU NEVER HEAR IN CHURCH 1. Hey! It’s MY turn to sit on the front pew! 2. I was so enthralled, I never noticed your sermon went over time 25 minutes. 3. Personally, I find witnessing much more enjoyable than golf. 4. I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

A New Car, God, And Grace

Contributed by Rob Culler on May 1, 2007

When you really get down to it, our mission is to do what Jesus did--show God’s grace.

A New Car, God, and Grace I. Introduction A. Your mission 1. You have just been given $50,000. 2. I am sending you on a mission—to buy a new vehicle. 3. The vehicle must be brand new. It cannot be used. 4. Have people tell me what kind of car they would buy. 5. Ask why they made that choice. B. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Biblical Description Of A Healthy And Effective Local Church Ministry Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Dec 2, 2004

(Part 1) I would like to describe a healthy and an effective local church as an equipped, mission-oriented and growing local church.

BIBLICAL DESCRIPTION OF A HEALTHY AND EFFECTIVE LOCAL CHURCH MINISTRY (Part 1) I would like to describe a healthy and an effective local church as an equipped, mission-oriented and growing local church. I would like to explain these three key words: “equipped”, “mission-oriented” and “growing” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Everyday Commision

Contributed by Dan Brown on Nov 29, 2006

Christ came to win, build and equip his followers and today He calls us to fulfill our mission by doing the same.

LBC Sermon-4/23/06-The Everyday Commission Key Idea: Christ came to win, build and equip his followers and today He calls us to fulfill our mission by doing the same. Intro. Last week the message of the Cross-Love of God & the Hope of the Resurrection– more than just this life-hope for a better ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: *other

Kamikaze Series

Contributed by Chris Mccarthy on Aug 17, 2010

Jesus was a man on a suicide mission like no other. This sermon studies how it was (and still is) the last who understand it first.

Kamikaze Luke 18:31-19:10 Romans 5:7 Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die. • Who would you die for? Would you die for your family? When Charlene Sanders drove home from a routine day of work April 28, the last thing she ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith, The Lord's Prayer, And The Decalogue Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 3, 2014

Just as Jesus fulfilled the plan of God to restore communion between humans and God, so the Church continues that mission in the world today.

Thursday of 3rd Week of Easter 2014 Lumen Fidei “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him; and I will raise him up at the last day. It is written in the prophets, `And they shall all be taught by God.' Every one who has heard and learned from the Father comes to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:44-51

Denomination: Catholic

The Birth Of The Church, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Bill Brazell on May 13, 2014

The birth of the Church under the New Covenant, The church is the instrument through which God will “Complete the Mission that Jesus Began”.

Completing the Mission that Jesus Began The Birth of the Church, Part 1 Acts 2:1-4 Read Acts 2:1-4 This is a tremendous transitional passage. We have the end of the Old Covenant and the birth of the Church under the New Covenant." All the great elements of God's redemptive plan are right here. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist