Sermons on Obedient Service:

Thread - Pt. 4 - Obedience And Hunger Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 3, 2015

It is woven into the story of mankind. It is there from the beginning and it weaves all the way until the end. It is the thread that ties it all together.

Thread Pt. 4 - Obedience and Hunger I. Introduction We have taken the last 3 weeks to discuss the activity of the Holy Spirit in our history and also to discuss our desperate need for this experience. Today we are not here to discuss how spiritual someone is or to judge someone's depth of love ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Is It So Hard For Us To See?

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 3, 2012

How often do you find yourself in a position where you know what is right, but you don't do it... Society teaches us to seek for our own personal happiness and fulfillment, but Christianity is about service and obedience first... our fulfillment and joy c

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 1, 2012 Date Preached: September 2, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Miscellaneous Sermon Sermon Title: Why Is It So Hard For Us To See? Sermon Text: Luke 12:54-59 [NASB] Introduction: Did you know that statistics ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:54-59

Denomination: Baptist

God's Chosen Instruments - A Commissioning Service

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 21, 2013

God chose Saul (Paul) to be His instrument. This is a sermon that focuses on the commissioning of young men called by God and their service begins at Oak Park

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 17, 2013 Date Preached: August 18, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Miscellaneous Sermon Sermon Title: God’s Chosen Instruments Sermon Text: Acts 9:13-18 [HCSB] Introduction: Has God even called you into service to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Lessons From An Unusual Baptismal Service” Series

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Jan 13, 2019

The Baptism of Jesus was an unusual event teaching us lessons.

“Lessons From An Unusual Baptismal Service” Mark 1:1-10 (KJV) 1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God; 2 As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Be Faithful (Strong & Courageous)

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 19, 2014

God has called us to be faithful in our service to Him. As Joshua was called to be strong & courageous, we too are called to that same calling... but it can only happen when we are grounded in Gods Word & resting on His power!

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 14, 2014 Date Preached: May 18, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Recognition of Graduates Sermon Title: Be Faithful (Strong & Courageous) Sermon Text: Joshua 1:1-9 [ESV] TEXT: Essence of the Text: Joshua is challenged to be ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Our Reluctance Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 12, 2017

Gideon was an unlikely candidate to lead Israel against the Midianites, but God often uses the weak and inadequate. Our service to Him is not dependent upon our wisdom or ability, but it must rely on the Lord through faith.

Overcoming our Reluctance Judges 6: 11-16 Living the Christian life isn’t always easy. In fact, we are often forced to deal with difficulties and struggles. At times we surrender to defeat and feel as if we lack the ability to overcome. I am sure we have all dealt with moments of insecurity, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16, Judges 7:7

Denomination: Baptist

When God Speaks - Moses Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 25, 2019

This sermon is about Moses' encounter with God through the burning bush

“WHEN GOD SPEAKS – MOSES” Exodus 3:1-22 CWBC – 2/10/19 Jon Daniels INTRO – Let’s begin today by reading the Scripture passage for the sermon. Tomm Wilson & Farrell Boyd are going to help me w/ the public reading of the Scriptures today. Open your Bibles or your Bible app to Exodus 3:1-22 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Sunday Morning Services Prayer Guide

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 2, 2007

Here is a prayer guide that will equip the Body of Christ to pray for the Sunday Morning Service according to the Word of God.

Sunday Morning Services Prayer Guide Praise: “Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the sheep of His pasture. Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. For the LORD is good and His love ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is It Necessary To Consecrate Ourselves For Service?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 6, 2024

Too often we put everything toward the church building and programs, and at the same time we are denying the church body.

Previously, David had instructed Solomon about the Temple. Now in this passage of Scripture, the people bring gifts for the Temple. It is feasible for us to be so fixated on a church building that we have disregard of the genuine church, God’s children. Yet, the contrary reaction, ignoring the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Part 4 - Service Giving And Mercy Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Apr 29, 2005

In this sermon we examine the biblical definition and use of Srvice (or helps), giving and mercy in the spiritual gifts.

Spiritual Gifts Series Part 4 – “Service, Giving and Mercy” Rev. Bruce A. Shields – First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org I would like to welcome you to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City, we are very glad you are here today. If you are visiting, please fill out a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Bible Church

Finish Well Pt 2

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016

How to finish well.

FINISH WELL PT. 2 2TIM 4 VS 1-8 2 Timothy 4:1-8 (NKJV) 1 I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who will judge the living and the dead at His appearing and His kingdom: 2 Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all ...read more

Denomination: *other

What Ministry Is About PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

The call to service as taught by Jesus in Mark 10:32-45, emphasizing the importance of selfless service and humility in the Christian life.

Good morning, family! Today, we're diving into the heart of Mark 10, verses 32-45, where Jesus teaches His disciples about service. This passage is all about the call, cost, and reward of service. As Dietrich Bonhoeffer once said: "The Church is the Church only when it exists for others...not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Topics: Service

How To Serve Man PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of serving others as a crucial aspect of our Christian walk, following Jesus' example, and drawing wisdom from Proverbs to guide us in this selfless act.

Good morning, church family! Today we're going to explore a passage from the book of Proverbs that speaks to the heart of what it means to be a follower of Christ – serving others. There's a beautiful quote from Isaac Watts that says, "In matters of equity between man and man, our Savior has taught ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:10-27

Topics: Service

When We Gather Together

Contributed by John White on May 3, 2017

The principle and practice of God's people gathering together in the presence of the Lord in a house dedicated to Him for the purpose of corporate praise and worship is clearly taught throughout the Bible by command, precept and example.

WHY WE GATHER TOGETHER Psalm 84:10 "For a day in thy courts [is] better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness." Psalm 122:1 " I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD." Matt. 18:20 "Again I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Baptist

Deacons: Shared Service In The Local Church

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 12, 2014

A sermon on the role of deacons and their responsibilities.

Deacons: Shared Service in the Local Church Chuck Sligh September 7, 2014 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 6 INTRODUCTION Today we’re going to jump ahead three or four chapters in our study through Acts to introduce our deacon selection process. By the time of Acts 6, the early ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist