Sermons on Missionary Advance:

Sacrificing Our Rights

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 27, 2021

What rights do we have? What rights was Paul willing to give up for the gospel? What freedoms are we willing to sacrifice in love of God and neighbor?

What rights do we have? What rights was Paul willing to give up for the gospel? What freedoms are we willing to sacrifice in love of God and neighbor? 1 Corinthians 9:1-18 Rights 1 Corinthians 9:1 Am I am not an apostle? am I not free? have I not seen Jesus Christ our Lord? are not ye my work in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thessalonians - Who? When? Why? Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Sep 13, 2019

Through this message we learn about the historical situation which lead to the planting of the Thessalonian church, and the purpose of Paul writing 1 Thessalonians.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 1 Thessalonians 1:1 Who? When? Why? The year is 51AD. In that year the plans for, what is known, as the second missionary journey of Paul start to take place. You can read all about this journey in Acts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1, Acts 17:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Step Out In Obedience Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 8, 2020

When Paul had the vision to go to Macedonia he had to choose to do what was good or what was better.

Choosing between a good decision and a bad decision is usually pretty simple. It’s not always easy, but It’s usually simple. The choice is usually clear. Good. Bad. But what about when you think you are making a good decision and you’re asked to do something different? Not something bad, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Narrow Gate And The Universal Love Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 22, 2019

The Church and her missionaries do all these things in response to the commands of Jesus to love even unbelievers as Jesus loves them, to do to others as they would want others to do to themselves

Tuesday of 12th Week in Course 2019 St. Dominic Henares, bishop If you look carefully at the long Biblical accounts of the life of Abraham–here identified as Abram before the Lord changed his name–you might wonder why God chose him. The answer is similar to the reply to the question “why does God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:6-14, Genesis 13:2-18, 1 Timothy 2:4

Denomination: Catholic

Aristarchus, Paul's Fellow Worker

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 12, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you for better or for worst? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that as co-worker with GOD, we need to stick with Him thru thick and thin. IV. TEXT: Acts 27:2 (New Living Translation, Second Edi

I. EXORDIUM: Are you for better or for worst? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that as co-worker with GOD, we need to stick with Him thru thick and thin. IV. TEXT: Acts 27:2 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Aristarchus, a Macedonian from Thessalonica, was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Intention For The Human Race

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 3, 2025

n today’s Gospel we see Him sending missionaries throughout Israel, giving them instructions on how to behave. They would act like Jesus.

Fourteenth Sunday in Course 2025 We must never forget the Father’s intention for all human beings. It’s easy enough to do that when all around us we see greed, power-grabs, and one human being harming or destroying another. God never intended that to be our destiny. What God wants for every human ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Serving God (Nehemiah 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 11, 2025

Are we willing to leave home to serve God?

Did some forego their inheritance in the land to serve in the temple? Are we willing to leave home to serve God elsewhere? Let’s look at Nehemiah 11. Who primarily lived in Jerusalem with their families? Was there room enough for others? The nation's leaders and their families settled in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Commission Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Understanding the importance of living out the Great Commission in our daily lives and relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance and strength.

Today, we're gonna talk about living out the mission Jesus has given us. You know, going all in for Jesus. So, let's dive right in! Object Lesson: Grab a flashlight and turn it on. See how it lights up the room? That's like us when we're filled with the Holy Spirit. We can shine Jesus' light into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-18, Acts 1:8

Topics: Evangelism, Discipleship, Spiritual Growth, Missionary Work

Alignment Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

To fulfill the Great Commission, we need to align ourselves with God's plans, be patient and obedient, understanding that the process is just as important as the results.

Imagine you're on a massive ship, cruising along, and you get a message from a lighthouse saying, 'Change your course, or you'll crash!' But you're like, 'Nah, you move.' Funny, right? But that's what we do when we ignore God's directions and do things our way. Now, let's talk about something Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2, Isaiah 28:23-29

Topics: Evangelism, Discipleship, Spiritual Growth, Missionary Work

Power Shifts - Actions Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon series explores the concept of "Power Shifts", focusing on how personal changes in attitude, actions, alignment, abundance, and anointing can help the church fulfill the Great Commission and reach the 41% of the global population who have not yet heard of God's love.

What Is Love in Action? Why say “I love you?” “I love you” is an empty phrase without a demonstration of commitment and a willingness to sacrifice with some type of action. “Actions speak louder than words,” undergirds much of Scripture. The apostle John clearly indicated throughout his writings ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:4-21

Topics: Great Commission, Power Shifts, Missionary Work

Sermon Series: Power Shifts

Gospel Centered Ministry Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 14, 2023

Paul rejoices that the Gospel is advancing in spite of obstacles

Technicolor Joy: Philippians 1:12-18 Gospel-Centered Ministry Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 5-14-2023 On January 8th, 1956 Jim Elliot, Ed McCully, Roger Youderian, Pete Fleming, and their pilot, Nate Saint landed near a river in the jungle of Ecuador. They ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity And The Future Of Civilization

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 18, 2021

Christianity is key to advancing civilization is a positive manner.

Christianity and the Future of Civilization Thank you for listening to GodNAmerica’s weekday podcast. My name is Perry Greene, I am your host. You may find us at GodNAmerica.com for more information and resources. William J. Federer is one of my favorite Christian historians. He is not only an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What The New Year Holds Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 29, 2017

The desperate times in which we live provides some of the greatest opportunities to advance the Faith. Now is the time for the faithful to seize the initiative and push back against the night.

“I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that day what has been entrusted to me.” [1] “X-rays will prove to be a hoax!” So said Lord Kelvin, president of the Royal Society, in 1883. “Louis Pasteur’s theory of germs is ridiculous ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forward Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Aug 21, 2008

God does not want the enemy to advance on us but rather for us to advance on the enemy with Christ leading the way.

Strength to Move Forward Griffith Baptist Church – 8/17/08 A.M. Service Text: Romans 8:31-34 Key verse: Romans 8:31 - What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? The Introduction The Confederate General, Longstreet, during the battle of Gettysburg had one ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unstoppable Growth Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 18, 2016

What will it take for the concept of unreached people to become totally intolerable for us in the church?

Unstoppable Growth Mark 4:21-34 Rev. Brian Bill May 14-15, 2016 David Platt, author of several books, including Radical, is now the president of the Southern Baptist’s International Foreign Mission Board. Beth and I heard him preach a sermon about a month ago that crushed me. I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Baptist