Sermons on Ordinance For Israel:

Why Israel Matters

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 1, 2025

This sermon was preached on the first Sunday of October - Sunday of Prayer for Peace in Jerusalem

Sunday of Prayer for Peace in Jerusalem Sermon: “Why Israel Matters” Zechariah 8:2-3 A sermon for October 6, 2024 Pastor John Bright Zechariah 8 “2 “Thus says the Lord of hosts: ‘I am zealous for Zion with great zeal; With great fervor I am zealous for her.’ 3 “Thus says the Lord: ‘I will return ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:2-3, Nehemiah 12:4, Nehemiah 12:16, 1 Samuel 1:3, Revelation 19:11-16, Romans 8:31-39, Genesis 12:1-3, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Incomplete Obedience Of Israel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 28, 2025

Partial obedience always leads to future bondage, but complete obedience guarantees lasting victory.

THE INCOMPLETE OBEDIENCE OF ISRAEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 1 Judges 1:1-2 (KJV) “Now after the death of Joshua it came to pass, that the children of Israel asked the LORD, saying, Who shall go up for us against the Canaanites first, to fight against them? And the LORD said, ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Songs Of Ascent – Part 4 – Psalm 122 – Where Does Your Desire Really Lie? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 3, 2023

The pilgrims wound their way to Jerusalem with singing and at last stood before its Gates. Where are our priorities for the things of the Lord? We examine our commitment and our relationship to God, and then consider the future of Israel with regard to thrones.

THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 4 – PSALM 122 – WHERE DOES YOUR DESIRE REALLY LIE? PSALM 122:0 A SONG OF ASCENTS, OF DAVID. [A]. THIS IS A MATTER OF COMMITMENT AND RELATIONSHIP {{Psalm 122:1 “I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD.”}} Let us hear from Justin:- ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9, Deuteronomy 16:16-17, Zechariah 14:2-3, Zechariah 14:4, Matthew 25:31-34, Matthew 25:41, Zechariah 14:9, Zechariah 14:16, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 21:3-7, Genesis 12:2-3, Genesis 27:29, Isaiah 11:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Moses To Christ Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 20, 2003

The Old Covenant of Moses was written on stone in Ten Commandments. Where was the New Covenant written? Look at what God tells us!

From Moses to Christ 2 Corinthians 3 In this chapter we have a contrast between the old and new covenants. What seems to be happening is this: some false teachers who are attempting to undermine his credibility and authority in the church here are accusing Paul. He saves his biggest assaults ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Actions Of A Godly Servant

Contributed by Greg Addison on May 2, 2011

Here is a message that uses the life and actions of Nehemiah as a lesson to challenge and teach the true nature of a servant. This message would work for either dicsipleship or as a challenge for an ordination service.

THE ACTIONS OF A MAN GOD USES One of the greatest issues facing the church today is the dearth of leadership. There has never been a greater need for God called, God inspired, God equipped leadership. God has however taught us all we need to learn about leadership in the Bible. He has also ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The First Covenant Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Aug 17, 2010

The sixth in our series on the Book of Genesis. In this particular sermon we discuss the first covenant between God and man.

Genesis (Pt. 6) (The First Covenant) Text: Genesis 2:4 – 17 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Well we’ve been going through Genesis for a few weeks now, and we’ve looked at the creation of the heavens and the earth, we’ve looked at the 6 days of creation and last Sunday we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Extending The Ministry Of Jesus

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 30, 2020

Withdrawing from a Service to service. The setting apart of the Apostles.

EXTENDING THE MINISTRY OF JESUS. Mark 3:7-19. “But Jesus withdrew” (Mark 3:7). After Jesus’ healing of a man with a withered hand, on the sabbath, in the synagogue (Mark 3:1-5); the Pharisees were found ‘immediately’ plotting with the Herodians against Jesus, ‘how they might destroy Him’ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The Stones Are Saying

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2019

An examination of the importance of memorials conducted through studying the memorials Joshua erected at Gilgal.

“Joshua called the twelve men from the people of Israel, whom he had appointed, a man from each tribe. And Joshua said to them, ‘Pass on before the ark of the LORD your God into the midst of the Jordan, and take up each of you a stone upon his shoulder, according to the number of the tribes of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of The Deacon

Contributed by Gerald Cornelius on Mar 27, 2001

What scripture says about the role of deacon.

THE MINISTRY OF THE DEACON TEXT: ACTS 6;1-6, I TIMOTHY 3:8-13 Introduction Let’s begin with a question. Is the deacon ministry necessary and valid in today’s church? A fellow pastor in another state said that he didn’t have deacons in his church and would not permit the church to ordain any ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-6, 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

"pastor De Dios: Aniversario Y Jubilación Del Pastor Toby"

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 16, 2020

Este sermón celebra la vida de la pastora Toby en su 35 aniversario del ministerio ordenado y su retiro. Ella y yo servimos como copastores y como marido y mujer.

"Pastor de Dios: aniversario y jubilación del pastor Toby" 12/11/20 Isaías 61: 1-3 Mateo 25: 31-40 Hoy es un día de alegría y celebración y un día templado por la tristeza pero lleno de esperanza, mientras celebramos el 35 aniversario del ministerio ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40, 1 Peter 5:1-4, Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Supporting Our New Deacons

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 3, 2016

A message delivered as a charge to the church on the occasion of the ordination of new Deacons.

This passage not only speaks to the qualifications for new Deacons (v. 3 - faithful, reputable, spiritual, maturing, responsible), but to the primary purpose for Deacons in a local church. The purpose for Deacons is to guard the unity of the church. In the Book of Acts, Satan attacks the church in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Lord's Table Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 9, 2016

Why you should partake?

A. What Is The Correct Name For The Lord’s Table? 1. The Lord’s Table, (1 Cor. 10:21). 2. The Lord’s Supper, (1 Cor. 11:20). 3. Breaking bread, (Acts 2:42, 46; 20:7). 4. Ordinance, (1 Cor. 11:2). 5. Eucharist (a Roman Catholic term) from eucharisto, “to give ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Ordination Sermon God Has A Story. You Are In It.

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 22, 2019

Thoughts and words are based on ideas from "Epic" by John Eldridge

In Jesus Holy Name May 19, 2019 Text: Ordination Redeemer “God Has A Story” “Once upon a time…..In a galaxy far away…” all great stories start this way. In the movie “The Last of the Mohicans” the music pulls you into the scene before a word is spoken. Mountain and forest. Beauty. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16

Denomination: Lutheran

What's A Deacon Supposed To Be?

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 26, 2023

Short sermon based on 1 Timothy 3:8-13 that can be used for a deacon ordination service.

WHAT’S A DEACONS SUPPOSED TO BE? 1 Timothy 3:8-13 INTRO – “What is a deacon supposed to do?” Had a friend ask me that AFTER he had already been ordained as a deacon. Probably a good idea to know the answer BEFORE you get ordained! Truth is that it’s more important that a deacon know what he is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13, Acts 6:1-7, Philippians 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

The Appointing Of Deacons

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 13, 2023

When the volunteer workload is placed on just a handful of people, these individuals get burnt out; and since they can’t do everything, then a lot of needs go unmet. It is biblical to appoint deacons and train ministry volunteers to assist.

NOTE: This submission includes in this order: 1. Deacon Ordination Sermon, 2. Deacon Ordination Service, 3. Sermon Footnotes. DEACON ORDINATION SERMON: "The Appointing of Deacons" The term “ordain,” which is often used in Baptist and other Christian circles, never occurs in the New ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist