Sermons on Preparation For Service:

A Day Of Thanksgiving, Praise, And Repentance

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 12, 2007

2006 Thanksgiving Service and Communion meditation.

The President had his hands full. The nation was engaged in a war that was increasingly disliked by the nation. Some in the congress thought the loss of civil liberties had gone too far. Doris Kearns Goodwin would write, ‘Amid the clamorous opposition in Congress, the continued threats of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Christmas Eve Communion Service - The Perfect Time, The Perfect Gift - Galatians 4:4-5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2024

Christmas isn’t just a celebration of a baby’s birth—it’s the celebration of perfect timing. In Galatians 4:4-5, the Apostle Paul captures the significance of the coming of Christ. These verses show us that Jesus’ birth was no accident; it was God’s deliberate and perfect plan.

Christmas Eve Communion Service - The Perfect Time, The Perfect Gift - Galatians 4:4-5 Galatians 4:4-5 (NLT): “But when the right time came, God sent his Son, born of a woman, subject to the law. God sent him to buy freedom for us who were slaves to the law, so that he could adopt us as his very ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5, Isaiah 46:10, Romans 6:23, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Romans 8:15, Matthew 26:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Was John The Baptist? (Luke, Part 2) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 3, 2022

The calling of John the Baptist is direct: Repent (turn) and receive. This appears to be tough challenge today … but it’s no different than it was in AD 29!!!

Introduction / Recap - We know that Luke was a physician – helped Paul throughout his ministry -- He was most likely a Gentile from Antioch (Syria) addressing a Gentile audience - Examining the language of the text indicates that he was well educated -- EX: Familiar with Greek; well versed in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"what Shall We Do? Restoring Joy In Advent"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 14, 2024

As we immerse ourselves in the Advent season, we find ourselves in a time of preparation—preparing our hearts for the coming of Christ.

Introduction: As we immerse ourselves in the Advent season, we find ourselves in a time of preparation—preparing our hearts for the coming of Christ. This season also invites us to reflect on what it means to have joy. Today, we will explore two powerful scriptures: Luke 3:7-18 and Zephaniah ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

Open Arms

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 25, 2011

This message was prepared for National Back to Church Sunday

Open Arms Luke 15:11-24 National Back to Church Sunday September 18, 2011 Morning Service A Sunday School teacher was giving a lesson on the story of the Prodigal Son. The class discussed how the young son had taken his inheritance and left home, living it up until he had nothing left. Finally, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Church Of God

Partnering Together Part 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 8 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing our discussion of the need to work together for God's kingdom.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Serving in Partnership with Each other” I Corinthians 3:5-8a Review Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning divisions 1-4 1. Opening appeal for unity 1:10-17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-8, Ephesians 4:1-7, 1 Corinthians 11:28-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Not By Bread Alone

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Mar 15, 2019

In the Gospel lesson from the 1st Sunday of Lent we hear Jesus say that a person does not live by bread alone. How often do we do that in our own lives however?

“‘BOMB CYCLONE’ BLASTS THROUGH CENTRAL US”[i] This was a Thursday morning headline from CNN’s website, highlighting the historic late winter storm that swept across a great portion of the central part of the United States during the middle of this week that saw lots of people being affected by ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Holy War

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 28, 2008

There were three things to prepare for Holy War…

HOLY WAR Contextual information… 1. Samuel 1-2a – Elkanah has two wives, one with children the other w/o. Hannah, the wife that is barren, makes a vow to God that if He gives her a son, she will give him back to God for service. God grants her prayer and she dedicates him to God by putting him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Servant Of The Lord

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 14, 2014

As we consider at Christmas the reasons Jesus came, service is near the top of the list, a self-giving service that led all the way to the cross.

Jesus was born in Bethlehem to serve, and servant-hood is the theme of this messianic prophecy. It has been called Isaiah’s “Servant Song.” The Servant is the anointed Messiah, the Lord Jesus, “Who being in very nature God...made Himself nothing, taking the very nature of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Congregational

"Where Do You Go After You Come Home From A Memorial Service?" Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 29, 2004

The purpose of this sermon was to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that THERE IS NO BETTER TIME TO HAVE AN ENCOUNTER WITH GOD THAN WHEN YOU ARE COMING HOME FROM A MEMORIAL SERVICE.

Busan,South Korea Wednesday, 25 August 2004 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris BIG IDEA: GO TO CHURCH WHEN YOU COME HOME FROM A MEMORIAL SERVICE. REFERENCES: II Chron. 26:19-21; John 12:41; I Kings 22:19; II Kings2:11; II Kings 15 I. ANNOUNCE THE PERICOPE: Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Love Reigns Sermon Iv: In His Service, Love Bears Burdens Freely Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 25, 2020

To truly love others is to reduce theological knowledge to its lowest common denominator by bearing one another's burdens and so fulfill "the law of Christ" - the one that matters most.

IN HIS SERVICE, LOVE BEARS BURDENS FREELY “In His Service” is how some of us in Christian ministry sign letters and communications intended for church members and non-members alike . . . how we who are called by His Name are expected by ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

New Things

Contributed by Steve Johnson on Dec 24, 2001

Origianlly used for a morning worship service, most recently used at a funeral for a 23yr old lady who died of cancer...easily adaptable for any regualr service or funeral service.

What comes to your mind when I say "NEW"? What do you think of? I believe I would have to say that I think of Christmas. At Christmas, we get those "new" things. You may have thought of a new car or new house…maybe a new suit of clothes or a new baby even. But when you really stop to think ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3, 1 John 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Prelude To His Birth Series

Contributed by Robert Warren on Nov 26, 2001

Focuses on the resurrection of Christ as preparation for the Advent Season.

"Prelude to His Birth: The Last Sunday of the Year" 1 Corinthians 15:1-8; 12-19 Robert Warren November 25th, 2001 Today is the last Sunday of the year. I know that you’re thinking that I’ve had too much turkey to eat this last week and have obviously lost track of time. But that’s not true. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Worth The Trouble Series

Contributed by Mark Mohler on Jun 26, 2004

Battling discouragement in Christian service

It’s Worth the Trouble Colossians 1:24-2:5 Introduction: Ever get discouraged in your service for Christ? Maybe you feel like you are not making a difference. Maybe you have come under persecution, or ridicule for your faith in Christ. If so this sermon is for you, be encouraged to know that your ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Walking With God

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 2, 2002

A sermon related to Christian Service

INTRO: This chapter covers a period of 1500 years. It contains the history of Adam’s family to the time of Noah. In this chapter, is the story of Enoch. He began his walk with God after his son was born. Too many men wait until they die to walk with God. Enoch was 65 years old when he began his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:21-24

Denomination: Baptist