Sermons on Missional:

Joy To The World! Why God’s Glory Demands A Global Choir - Psalm 67 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 16, 2025

You pay taxes because you have to. You eat banana splits because you want to. Make it your goal to make your commitment to missions more like your commitment to banana splits than like your commitment to paying taxes.

Introduction: Making missions a delight I am on a quest in my spiritual life at this time to convert more and more of the things I do from mere discipline to the expression of or pursuit of joy. The man who can’t stand being around his wife but who forces himself to take her out on dates anyway ...read more

Aquila Priscilla Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 7, 2025

We have many best examples of couples jointly using their skills, abilities to he betterment of administration and advancement of the cause they have opted for.

Text: Acts 18:1-3 Theme: Family Principles Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever! Introduction: The couple Priscilla and Aquila are friends of Paul, and teachers to Apollos. They demonstrate the daring and innovative possibilities of family working together for the flourishing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Mystery Revealed Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Feb 7, 2003

Focus: Paul’s mission was to reveal the fact that God has broken down the walls which divide and made all one in Christ; a mission which he also gives to the church.

Mystery Revealed Ephesians 3:1-3 Focus: Paul’s mission was to reveal the fact that God has broken down the walls which divide and made all one in Christ; a mission which he also gives to the church. Function: To challenge the church to take up Paul’s challenge to reveal the manifold wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Contributed by Leonard Cook on Apr 3, 2007

Our church has a mission statement, which states that "We are committed to be a Great Commission, holiness, evangelistic, compassionate, loving and inclusive congregation!" • This is powerful Mission Statement! This is why this church will continue to be

"The Good, The Bad & The Ugly" John 9:1-41 Introduction • Our church has a mission statement, which states that "We are committed to be a Great Commission, holiness, evangelistic, compassionate, loving and inclusive congregation!" • This is powerful Mission Statement! This is why this church will ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Holiness

Free Demo Faith Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 11, 2008

Exposition of 1 John 3:4-18 regarding authentic faith. It is 2 of 6 sermons that are related to our churches mission statement. The mission point that it is about is the "demonstration of authentic faith."

Text: 1 John 3:4-18, Title: Free Demo Faith, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/15/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about downloading the free demon of a game on the computer, explain how it works to get you interested, but stops before you get any real satisfaction; So that you will pay up and buy the game. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commission Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 18, 2006

This message was written as part of a mission emphasis series. It fits well into a purpose of the church series also. It depicts that the Church is to be on mission for and with Jesus because of who He is and because of what He does.

Matthew 28:16-20 THE GREAT COMMISSION Revelation 5:9-14 Circumstances have provided lengthy opportunities to deepen my thinking about death. If I knew my time to go on to Heaven was near through illness or indication of age, what statement would I leave with those I loved most? What challenge ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Authority: Who’s In Charge Around Here Anyway?

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Apr 5, 2014

Two major themes of Jesus mission were authority and freeing those oppressed by the devil. We now have the authority to use His name to continue His mission to free the oppressed.

AUTHORITY: Who’s In Charge Around Here Anyway? 03-31-2013 TEXT: Luke 12:5-9 I. SLAVERY ISN’T PRETTY A. Jesus continues on His way to Jerusalem to fulfill His purpose on this Earth. 1. The word says Luke 12:5-6 The apostles said to the Lord, “Show us how to increase our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:5-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nelson Mandela: Well Done, Good And Faithful Servant

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 14, 2015

Nelson Mandela chose to persevere in his life’s mission regardless of the cost and hardship, just like Christians everywhere are to persevere in their mission from God regardless of the cost and hardship.

Before I deliver my homily this morning, I’d like to say a few words about the passing of Nelson Mandela this past Thursday. How can I describe in a few words and a few moments what he meant to the people of South Africa and the world? How can I describe his legacy in a short amount of time? ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34

Denomination: Anglican

"Jesus Seeks Sinners"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Oct 24, 2013

Jesus’ Mission was to save sinners! Biblical Christianity, the one revealed in the Word of God, teaches the fact that the Lord Jesus Christ was on a rescue mission, sent by God the Father, to save the lost.

Cornerstone Church September 29, 2013 “Jesus Seeks Sinners” Matthew 9:9-13 The following happened to Dr. Tony Campolo: “He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Breaking Habits Which Make Us Feel Safe Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 6, 2014

The Church must reach out in mission to those who are in need, whatever their stage of spiritual growth or seeking.

Thursday of 2nd Week in Advent Joy of the Gospel Not everything in the Scriptures is easy for us in the 21st century to understand. That is particularly true in our passages from Isaiah and Matthew today. Isaiah is exaggerating for effect. At the coming of the Redeemer, he says, everything ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:11-15

Denomination: Catholic

Ananias – Portrait Of Leaving The Comfort Zone!

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 15, 2015

There was a missionary whose willing obedience opened the door for the early church to flourish! His name: Ananias! He did not leave the country or his region, his mission took him across town! We can do MISSIONS right where we are!

Sermon Brief Date Written: June 09, 2015 Date Preached: June 14, 2015 Where Preached: Evergreen Baptist Church (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Miscellaneous Missions Sermon Title: Ananias – Portrait of Leaving The Comfort Zone! Sermon Text: Acts 9:10-18 [HCSB] Introduction: Now ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Mission Of Jesus: Seeking And Saving The Lost Luke 19:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 27, 2024

Luke 19:10 encapsulates Jesus divine purpose and mission. This verse reveals the heart of our Saviour, who came into the world not only to teach and heal but ultimately to seek and save the lost.

The Mission of Jesus: Seeking and Saving the Lost Luke 19:10 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a profound declaration made by Jesus in Luke 19:10, which encapsulates His divine purpose and mission. This verse reveals the heart of our Saviour, who came into the world not only to teach ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 53:6, Matthew 18:11-14, Luke 15:1-7, John 3:16, Ephesians 1:7, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 10:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Call For New Missional Initiatives -- Acts 11: 19-26

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Aug 7, 2011

Do you long to be able to share your faith with others but have great difficulty doing so? It might surprise you that even Apostles such as Peter, James and John had some difficulties with cross-cultural communication. What is the way forward for a Chu

A CALL FOR NEW MISSIONAL INITIATIVES -- Acts 11: 19-26 INTRO Yesterday -- the first Saturday in August -- is reckoned to be the happiest day of the year. To be even more specific: 7pm is the happiest moment of the happiest day of the year. The statistics are based on a study of more than 9,000 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Singing On A Strong Foundation

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Apr 23, 2001

This sermon was delivered for a choir anniversary and focuses on the mission and responsibilities of the choir in the church.

Singing On A Strong Foundation Text: Ezra 3:10,11 10 And when the builders laid the foundation of the temple of the LORD, they set the priests in their apparel with trumpets, and the Levites the sons of Asaph with cymbals, to praise the LORD, after the ordinance of David king of Israel. 11 And ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-11, Ezra 3:11

Denomination: Baptist

Bethlehem's Baby Became Calvary's Christ

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

The risen Christ should be the focus of Christmas and the command to follow Him the mission

" Bethlehem’s baby, Calvary’s Christ " John 1:14-29 IT’S VERY EASY FOR PREACHERS TO WALK ON THIS HOLY GROUND AND SPEAK ABOUT A BABY WRAPPED IN SWADDLING CLOTHES TUCKED AWAY IN A MANGER. WE AS PEOPLE HAVE NO PROBLEM CELEBRATING THE BIRTH OF A CHILD IN SOME FAR DISTANT LAND ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-29

Denomination: Baptist