Sermons on Outreach:

Be An Iwitness

Contributed by David Owens on May 9, 2022

Jesus has given the Great Commission to His followers. Sometimes disciples are too intimidated or confused about how to fulfill that commission. This sermon offers a simple model for outreach as God's eyewitnesses.

Introduction: A. Before I begin a new sermon series next week, God put it on my heart to focus this week’s sermon on the place of evangelism in the life of a disciple of Jesus. 1. Two weeks ago, we completed our sermon series on the final days of Jesus’ earthly life by looking at one of Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, Matthew 28:19-20, Luke 19:10, Matthew 4:19, Matthew 5:13-14, 1 Thessalonians 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Restructuring The Church For Expansion During A Pandemic Of Presecution

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 12, 2022

Rapid growth, constant persecution and limited resources made the Apostles rethink their future and the future of the church. They reorganized their ministry team to maximze their efficiency and effectiveness. Let;s see how!

Sermon Restructuring The Church For Expansion Acts 8:1-8 “Saul was one of the witnesses, and he agreed completely with the killing of Stephen. A great wave of persecution began that day, sweeping over the church in Jerusalem; and all the believers except the apostles were scattered through the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8, Acts 8:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

We Are Yours Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on May 15, 2021

The scripture references listed are for Ascension Day (May 13, 2021) and can be used for worship on May 16. These notes are based on the Gospel reading for Sunday, May 16: John 17:6-19.

This prayer that John record is a prayer that Jesus prayed for his disciples. The part that includes us happens just after our text for this week. But we can be included anyway. Jesus is praying for us! What an amazing thing. Set this thought alongside the idea of Ascension. Jesus is leaving, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Yielding Wild Grapes: Prophet Margins Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 12, 2022

How is God calling us to address grapes gone wild in our contexts? Be mindful, however. Jesus did this in his opening homily in Nazareth after reading from this very book, Isaiah.

When I was in seminary, I was introduced to Chateau Elan Winery & Resort. This place well above my pay grade Spanning 3,500 acres of rolling hills and wooded forests, Chateau Elan reigns as North Georgia’s premier destination resort. A favorite for weekend getaways, corporate retreats, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

What Modern Music Teaches Us About God

Contributed by Scott Berry on Sep 13, 2023

So many secular songs point to some aspect of God's story

Can you remember moments when you had the feeling that listening to music is truly an otherworldly experience? Whether it was a surreal live gig or the trance like and spiritual moments of dancing or that connection to the heart and soul when listening to a song with lyrics that relate to the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Baptist

Four Men Of Faith And Action

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 7, 2011

Bringing people to Jesus is a partnership. We encourage one another to witness and tell the good news to others about Jesus and His forgiving power. Jesus alone can forgive sin.

Four Men of Faith Mark 2:1-12 One of the challenges we have in witness to people who have not yet become believers is to communicate in a language they understand. Sometimes our tendency is to use language of the church, “Christianize.” Words like regeneration, propitiation, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Jesus Message For The Globe Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 13, 2023

Matthew’s account of the post-resurrection Jesus includes the exciting vision of Jesus to reach the entire world with the news of the Gospel.

The Jesus Message For The Globe Matthew 28:16-20 Introduction Matthew’s account of the post-resurrection Jesus includes the exciting vision of Jesus to reach the entire world with the news of the Gospel. Matthew 28:16-20 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Far Will God Go To Reach Lost People?

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jan 13, 2025

This is a narrative message about the conversion of Cornelius - and the conversion of Peter to reaching outside the Jewish world. God shows Peter that the gospel is for everyone.

Text: Acts 10 Title: How far will God go to reach people? Subject: How did God overcome barriers to reach the gentiles? Complement: by extraordinary means – including the “conversion” of Peter! Big idea: How far will God go to share the gospel? Story - Joe Rogan podcast (Largest audience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Inviting People To The Party” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 15, 2018

How should we go about inviting people to come to Christ?

Jesus enjoyed parties. His very first miracle was at a wedding feast. When He called Matthew to follow Him, He went to Matthew’s house for a party. So it’s not surprising, when the religious leaders criticized Him, they said He went to too many parties, attended by wrong people. “The Son of Man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

You Had To Be There

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 27, 2022

We often find excuses to not gather and even if we do gather, we find reasons to not be involved in the work of the church.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION - What a long wait it has been! Let me begin by thanking you. You were willing to wait for us. You didn’t have to. You could have easily moved on to another potential candidate. Instead, you waited for us. For that we are entirely grateful. - And let me add. We are so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Invitation Of Community Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Apr 28, 2025

A sermon to show the power of invitation

Have you ever received an invitation that changed your life? Maybe it was an invitation to a wedding, a job interview, or even just a meaningful conversation over coffee. Some invitations lead to moments that shape our future in ways we never expected. In John 1, we see one of the most powerful ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-46

The Heart Of Invitation Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Apr 28, 2025

Having a compassion and love for people - enough to invite them to meet Jesus

Introduction: Why Do We Invite? Imagine you discovered the cure for a serious disease. This could save lives!! Would you keep it to yourself, or would you share it with others? The gospel is the greatest cure in the world — It is the cure for sin. it brings forgiveness, hope, and eternal life — ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Sending On Mission Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 9, 2025

Jesus didn’t come to take us from good to great, but to take us from depraved to saved, surrendered, and sent.

Sending on Mission Isaiah 6:1-8 Rev. Brian Bill June 7-8, 2025 “This is holy ground because I’m looking at the Bride of Christ. You are part of the most multilingual, multicultural, diverse, and sacrificial entity in the world, and you’ve been sent to the little, the least, the left out, and the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Touching Your Family And Friends Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 2, 2007

This is the third sermon in a series of five to help my congregation become more outward focused. It is based on the church outreach program titled - "Outflow". 1. Things you can’t do. 2. Things you can do. 3. Leave results to God.

Touching Your Family And Friends – Overflowing Outreach God wants to give us an overflowing life – an abundant life. For the last two weeks we have talked about how God wants to fill you to overflowing. In John ten – ten it says: “I have come that they may have life and have it in abundance.” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jabez, A Role Model For Prayer--Part Two Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jun 5, 2007

This is the first of a three part series on the Prayer of Jabez as an example for praying for God to bless the local Church in effective outreach for His Kingdom.

Jabez, a Role Model for Prayer, Part II I Chronicles 4:9-10, OT, pg 363: “Jabez was more honourable than his brothers. His mother had named him Jabez, saying, I gave birth to him in pain. Jabez cried out to the God of Israel, Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Methodist