Sermons on Priestly Ministry:

Detrimental Competition-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 31, 2018

8 of 8. John the Baptist pointed out the detriments of competitive ministry. But when is competition detrimental to Christian ministry? A competitive spirit is detrimental to Christian ministry when...

DETRIMENTAL COMPETITION-VIII—John 3:22-36 Christians & the Church indeed have ‘the market’ on truth. We are in competition with false doctrine. But the Church invites grave difficulties upon herself when they become competitors among themselves...i.e., When their competition becomes detrimental ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Detrimental Competition-6 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 17, 2017

6 of 8. John the Baptist pointed out the detriments of competitive ministry. But when is competition detrimental to Christian ministry? A competitive spirit is detrimental to Christian ministry when...

DETRIMENTAL COMPETITION-VI—John 3:22-36 Christians & the Church indeed have ‘the market’ on truth. We are in competition with false doctrine. But the Church invites grave difficulties upon herself when they become competitors among themselves...i.e., When their competition becomes detrimental ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Detrimental Competition-7 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 14, 2017

7 of 8. John the Baptist pointed out the detriments of competitive ministry. But when is competition detrimental to Christian ministry? A competitive spirit is detrimental to Christian ministry when...

DETRIMENTAL COMPETITION-VII—John 3:22-36 Christians & the Church indeed have ‘the market’ on truth. We are in competition with false doctrine. But the Church invites grave difficulties upon herself when they become competitors among themselves...i.e., When their competition becomes detrimental ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Everyone Is Needed Team Building #2 Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 20, 2004

A call for everyone into ministry

Everyone Is Needed - Teambuilding #2 Pastor Glenn Newton 8-27-2000 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Nazarene

An Angels Touch

Contributed by Paul Cull on Aug 23, 2006

The importance of touch in ministry

1 Kings 19:3-8 The Touch of Angels In recent years, we have seen quite a rise in the number of alternative therapies that are available. No doubt there is an alternative cure for hair loss! Some of them seem to have an element of sense in them, and others fall into the barking mad category. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:3-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

God Wants Us To Be . . . A Church That Serves Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Feb 12, 2008

A consideration of service/ministry.

Title: God Wants Us To Be . . . A Church That Serves Series: The Church God Wants Us To Be, Sermon # 4 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Text: Mark 10:42–45 Date Preached: February 3, 2008 Introduction A. During the early morning hours of Sunday, January 27, just one week ago ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Voice Of One Crying In The Wilderness

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

The ministry of John the Baptist.

THE VOICE OF ONE CRYING IN THE WILDERNESS Text: Matthew 3:1 – 12 Introduction: · All the preparations for a new baby · Preparations by God the Father · Angels, stars, census, details according to prophecy (virgin, Bethlehem) · Cap it all off with a special messenger – John the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Story- Chapter 23 Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 11, 2014

The ministry of Jesus begins!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We are in Chapter 23 of The Story, The Ministry of Jesus begins! • After the birth of Jesus and all the events surrounding that magnificent event, we find Jesus in the temple as a 12 year old, He was a source of amazement for those who were with ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mending Broken Brothers

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 19, 2016

A review of the ministry of reconciliation.

“Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” [1] The Ministry of Restoration is committed to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Acts 13

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 10, 2020

Beginning Gentile ministry

Barnabas and Saul set apart for ministry (v.1-3) - We, too, should minister to the Lord, fast and pray. The Holy Spirit vs a magical spirit (v.4-13) - We should "proclaim the word of God." (v.5) Paul's setup using the Old Testament (v. 14-23) Are we "after God's heart" ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

"Interruptions Or Opportunities?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 5, 2016

What if ministry is interruptions?

“Interruptions or Opportunities?” Mark 1:40-45 How do you react to interruptions? Think about that for a moment. Think about times you have had your plans interrupted. Perhaps you had bought plan tickets to visit someone or go on vacation and your flight is delayed. How did you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Healing The Nobleman's Son Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023

First ministry to Gentiles.

A. BACKGROUND: JOHN 4:46-54 1. Springtime. Jesus is returning from Jerusalem and the Passover (2:13). 2. Did miracles in Jerusalem. “When He (Jesus) was in Jerusalem at the Passover . . . they saw the miracles which He did” (2:23). 3. Ministry to the woman at the well. “The woman then left her ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Baptist

Keep The Fire Burning

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 24, 2019

God provides the fire, but it's up to us to keep it burning.

KEEP THE FIRE BURNING Text: Lev. 6:8-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: A U.S. Lutheran bishop tells of visiting a parish church in California and finding a stirring red and orange banner on the wall. "Come Holy Spirit. Hallelujah!" it declared in words printed under a picture of a fire ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

Healing

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 19, 2006

To remind us of the ways God heals and the importance of the healing ministry of the church, particularly prayer ministry.

1. God is the Healer (Great Physician) - God desires to bring healing and wholeness because he is the Healer. Many of you are probably familiar with the story of the Exodus when God delivered the Israelite people from slavery. They fled from Egypt and with the Egyptian army at their back they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:38-41, Luke 4:40-42

Denomination: Methodist

Women Preachers And The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 26, 2013

Women and men are spiritually equal before the Lord; however, women are debarred from occupying the role of elder within the congregation of the Lord.

“Women should adorn themselves in respectable apparel, with modesty and self-control, not with braided hair and gold or pearls or costly attire, but with what is proper for women who profess godliness—with good works. Let a woman learn quietly with all submissiveness. I do not permit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-15

Denomination: Baptist