Sermons on Partnership In Ministry:

Hidden Talents

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 30, 2021

This sermon unpacks the parable of the talents and how our God-given talents are to be creatively used in various ways to advance his Kingdom building agenda.

OUTLINE 1.INTRODUCTION - OUTREACH DEFINED 2. THE PARABLE OF THE TALENTS – OVERVIEW 3. APPLICATION – LESSONS REGARDING USING OUR “TALENTS” A) God owns everything so everything we have is on loan from Him B) God gives talents according to our ability C) God expects you to use them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Every Christian Is A Minister

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jun 3, 2006

This purpose of this sermon is to challenge laity to become involved in ministry by coming to understand that the Holy Spirit calls all Christians into ministry. It was orginally preached on Pentecost Sunday and tied in with the empowerment for ministry

Every Christian Is a Minister --Ephesians 4:7-12 In his 1786 “Thoughts Upon Methodism” John Wesley made a statement that continually sticks with me: I am not afraid that the people called Methodist should ever cease to exist either in Europe or America. But I am afraid least they should ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-12

Denomination: Methodist

Jerusalem Council Cont. Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 3, 2008

Paul’s ministry is received by James, Cephas and John, and he is accepted as an equal partner in the ministry of Christ.

Galatians 2:6-13 “Jerusalem Council cont.” • Vs. 6 “These who seemed to be somewhat” is also translated those who were of high reputation, that is the other Apostles. o Why is Paul seemingly using a negative description of the other apostles? o Also in vs. 9 “who seemed to be pillars” o Paul was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

The ‘success Story’ Of The ‘unsuccessful’ Prophets!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Aug 11, 2014

Focusing on Faithfulness in the Ministry as it is the key to gaining God’s approval in any realm of spiritual ministry!!!

The ‘Success story’ of the ‘Unsuccessful’ prophets!!! At the outset, I desire to bring to the fore, a ‘juicy’ tale adorning Science history. When, the invention-coal miner’s lamp- of Sir Humphrey Davy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:21-23

Denomination: *other

Closing Greetings Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

UNION WITH CHRIST MANIFESTS ITSELF IN PRECIOUS BONDS OF FELLOWSHIP WITH THOSE WHO LABOR WITH US IN THE GOSPEL MINISTRY

BIG IDEA: UNION WITH CHRIST MANIFESTS ITSELF IN PRECIOUS BONDS OF FELLOWSHIP WITH THOSE WHO LABOR WITH US IN THE GOSPEL MINISTRY INTRODUCTION: cf. heavy emphasis on personal greetings and close fellowship – more so than any other epistle except Romans commends those who have been especially loyal ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Continuing The Work Of Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013

The true worth of any ministry is discovered not in manufactured results, but in faithful service to the Lord.

CONTINUING THE WORK OF CHRIST. Mark 6:1-13. The true worth of any ministry is discovered not in manufactured ‘results,’ but in faithful service to the Lord. Your quiet word to a friend in time of need or perplexity may be just as valuable - if not more so - as the clarion call of the gospel ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"when Another Ministry Is More Successful" (Message 8 In The Series On The Gospel Of John 2012) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Mar 30, 2021

The ministry of Jesus' ministry was starting up and becoming more successful than the ministry of John the Baptist. The Disciples of John were resentful and jealous of Jesus; John had no problem with it.

“WHEN ANOTHER MINISTRY IS MORE SUCCESSFUL” (Message 8 on Gospel of John 2021) John 3:22-36 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ March 7, 2021 Sermon Link: https://youtu.be/JM_-uR0cqWA INTRODUCTION: 1.) Everyone likes to have success, and that also includes in the ministry. A.) Because of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Significance Of A New Creation-23 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 23, 2017

Part B--xxvi of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities. The Practical Realities of Ministry are seen in our Ministry Commendations...

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XXIII—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B of point 14 in the series. No matter what we do for a living or how we worship together corporately, much more is required to bring about the actuality of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of A New Creation-24 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 8, 2017

Part B--xxvii of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities. The Practical Realities of Ministry are seen in our Ministry Commendations...

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XXIV—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B of point 14 in the series. No matter what we do for a living or how we worship together corporately, much more is required to bring about the actuality of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Who You Are Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 11, 2015

Have you ever, even for a moment, wished you were someone else? Have you ever worried that your life, at its end, would be one of insignificance? Have you ever wondered if you’ll ever measure up? Such thoughts can be crippling. Paul has the antidote.

“Living a Joy-full Life: Be Who You Are” Phil. 1:1-11 Have you ever, even for a moment, wished you were someone else? Have you ever worried that your life, at its end, would be one of insignificance? Have you ever wondered if you’ll ever measure up? Such thoughts can be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Greatest Man Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Jan 17, 2001

The Life and ministry of John the Baptist

THE GREATEST MAN Luke 3: 1-20; 7:28 INTRODUCTIONœ: Consider what it means to be GREAT. A. Greatness Defined: Important, Notable, Renown, B. Greatness Desired · Matthew 20:20-21 - The mother of James & John asked that her sons be given a prominent place in the kingdom · Mark 10:35-37 - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Baptism And Geneology Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Jan 17, 2001

A look at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry

THE BAPTISM AND GENEOLOGY OF JESUS Luke 3:21-38 I. THE BAPTISM OF JESUS. (vv. 21-22) Note: Some Problems associated with Baptism: * Should people be baptized? + with water? + in the Spirit? * Who should be baptized? + Babies? + Adolescents? + Adults? + Only believers? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-38

Denomination: Baptist

Not Without Honor

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 8, 2001

What motivates your ministry?

Not Without Honor When a person gets a promotion at work, has won a prize or received some other kind of award or recognition the first people he/she normally wants to share that good news with is family. It may be by phone or E-mail or bursting into the house yelling, "Honey! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:53-58, Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful To The Calling Or Spiritual Deserters

Contributed by Simeon Krastev on Jan 29, 2001

A challenge to dedicated life and ministry.

The most needed ingredient in the Church today is dedication. WHAT IS DEDICATION? There is this story about the hen and the pig. The hen and the pig were walking together and they were meditating on the question "What is the meaning of commitment?". As they were walking and talking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Never Give Up, Never Surrender

Contributed by John Knight on Jan 31, 2003

Motivation for the ministry and mission of the church.

Never Give Up! Never Surrender! John 20:19-21; Acts 1:4-8 On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, "Peace be with you." When he had said this, he showed them his ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-21, Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Holiness