Sermons on Pastors Funeral:

Your Calling

Contributed by Frank Edwards on Jan 25, 2010

This morning I want to talk about the calling of God on our lives.

Our Calling 2 Peter 1:3-11 Story: The St. Bernard Dogs in the Alps who seek out travelers lost in a storm take their mission very seriously. One of these dogs returned late one afternoon, wearied from fighting his way through the drifts. He went to his kennel, lay down in a corner, and acted ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Charting The Course For Biblical Ministry

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 22, 2013

Ordination: Both pastors and participants in the local church need to join hands for the sake of ministry in the Kingdom of God.

Charting the Course for Biblical Ministry (I Timothy 4:10-5:2) [Note: This was preached as part of an ordination service on a Sunday morning] 1. Last Easter, your board decided to get the most handsome preacher in Indiana to speak. He said no. 2. Then they thought they would get the most ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Good Servant Of Christ Jesus

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 27, 2013

The responsibility of the pulpit to promote godliness in the Community of Faith is explored

“If you put these things before the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of the faith and of the good doctrine that you have followed.” [1] Godliness looms large in the thinking of the Apostle. The term “godliness” occurs fifteen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

Neither Male Nor Female

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 28, 2012

A study of gender and the role of pastor of the congregation.

“In Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. And if you are Christ’s, then you are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Women Preachers And The Word Of God

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 4, 2012

Do women have a role to play in congregational oversight? What does the Word say?

“Let a woman learn quietly with all submissiveness. I do not permit a woman to teach or to exercise authority over a man; rather, she is to remain quiet. For Adam was formed first, then Eve; and Adam was not deceived, but the woman was deceived and became a transgressor. Yet she will be saved ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Walk Worthy

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Mar 21, 2011

The Call of God is the greatest thing in this world.

Eph 4 1 I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, 2 With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; The absolute greatest vocation in the world is preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. To ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Sends Out His Priceless Gospel Of Repentance

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 27, 2009

What price could you set on the gospel work a pastor does? Think about that as Jesus shows us what he expects from the preachers he sends and what he expects from the hearers. Parts: A. It comes as a free gift. B. Receive it with open hearts and homes.

Text: Mark 6:7-13 Theme: Jesus Sends Out His Priceless Gospel of Repentance A. It comes as a free gift B. Receive it with open hearts and homes Season: Pentecost 8b Date: July 26, 2009 Web page: www.caughtbyjesus.net/sermons/Jesus-Sends-Out-His-Priceless-Gospel-of-Repentance-Mark6_7-13.html ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Minister's List

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 31, 2010

What are God's expectations for His man? What are we supposed to do and to be? And what's this?...oh yeah, all God's people are to be ministers like this! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

The Minister's List 2 Corinthians 6:1-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MinistersList.html Here's a list God gave for ministers -- what is expected of us, physically, mentally, and spiritually. How we should behave and what we should do and not do. Now, before you get too excited to watch me go ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Misunderstood Mission Of Ministry

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 21, 2023

A message for Leadership about the roles of Pastor, Elder/Senior Citizens in the Church

When I heard the call of God to enter Ministry as a teenager, He asked me to go to a specific Bible School I had never heard of or knew anything about. After finding it, I immediately enrolled. Looking back over my years of continuous education, I learned much, and continue to learn. Still, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Peter 5:1-3, 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"New Adventures"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 26, 2018

A sermon for the first Sunday of a new appointment for a pastor.

“New Adventures” Jeremiah 29:11-14a A young preacher had just finished seminary and had taken his first appointment in the hills of Kentucky. Wanting to be effective in his preaching ministry, he walked into the pulpit on his first Sunday and preached about—what he called--the evils of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: United Methodist

(Section 4) Laying Down His Life – Pastor Conard Profitt Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 12, 2018

A pastor is the backbone of the church. He needs to live to the highest esteem as an example. He can be there when you are born or when your life ends.

Pastor’s Appreciation LAYING DOWN HIS LIFE – Pastor Conard Profitt INTRODUCTION John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. It is love to the highest degree. M.H. Amplified Version John 15:13 No one has greater love--no one has shown stronger ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pastor Encouragement - 4 Things God Wants You To Know About The Rest Of Your Life And Ministry

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Jan 20, 2020

This sermon is designed to encourage pastors and other ministers in their work. It is based on the faithful life of Caleb.

Introduction My assignment today is to encourage you in the work of the Lord. Most of your know that I served as a pastor before teaching at the Seminary. Since then, I have had the opportunity to serve in nine churches as Interim Pastor. I know a little bit about what you face every day. Each of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Man Sent From God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 19, 2020

Pastor comes from the word shepherd. • He guides the flock. • He feeds and waters them. • He protects them and their little lambs.

Jeremiah 3:15, “And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.” 9 times the word “pastor” is used in the Bible. 8 of these are found in Jeremiah. One time in Ephesians. 5 times it is used in rebuke or condemnation. His success is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Build Me In Speech Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

Words are powerful. We see this theme in James chapter 3 played out, but it’s also a theme strung through the entire book of James. Words are very powerful. They can do great good. I can encourage someone, and their spirits will be lifted.

"Yiddish folklore offers a telling tale about our words. One such man had told so many malicious untruths about the local rabbi that, overcome by remorse, he begged the rabbi to forgive him. "And, Rabbi, tell me how I can make amends." The rabbi sighed, "Take two pillows, go to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:8-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Hold On To The Good Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 15, 2022

Paul urged the believers at Thessalonica to appreciate, value, and esteem Pastors who serve them. Appreciate means being acquainted with your shepherd and their prayer life, understanding their preaching, teaching.

AMC, 16.01.2022 Theme: Hold on to the Good Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24 Greetings: Introduction: We began this year with the theme: Do well in everything and every place (1 Kings 2:3), then the monthly theme is Do Good (Deuteronomy 12:28). We had meditated on the theme: Always Go Well ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24

Denomination: Methodist