Sermons on Promoting Ministry:

Future Focus Motivates Present Faithfulness Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018

Part four considering how a future focus motivates present faithfulness

“Future Focus Present Faithfulness” Pt 4 Review Contemplating our future heavenly existence greatly affects our present service. Scripture requires us to maintain a clear heavenly focus in order to manage a consistent earthly walk. We enter and keep running this present grueling race of faith ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4, Hebrews 12:12-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Need To Encourage Your Pastor

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on May 21, 2009

The Pastor encourages everyone else but he too, need to be encouarges by others. The objective of this message, is to remind the body of Christ to encourage their leaders in the Lord.

There is a great need to encourage your pastor in this day and time. This is a generation of unreasonable and wicked men. Paul directs us in the text to encourage one another. Solomon says in Proverbs 12:25, that anxiety bends a man’s spirit but a glad word will make his heart glad. I believe that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

All Hope Was Lost

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 14, 2018

To establish that during our lives, while serving Christ, perilous times and raging trials will press upon our faith. It will be then that we need to remember the promised reassurances of God in time of need and then wait for His providential rescue.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Paul’s Witness: “Amidst Perilous Raging” 2. Paul’s Witness: “After Promised Reassurance” 3. Paul’s Witness: “After Providential Rescue” Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme “All Hope was Lost!” As some might know, it is easy to witness Christ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:20-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gift Giver

Contributed by Stephen Boldin on Feb 20, 2007

The church needs to understand what are the gifts, who is the Giver, and how the church fits into this

Gift Giver Ephesians 4:7-12 "No local congregation will be what it should be, what Jesus prayed that it would be, what the Holy Spirit gifted it and empowered it to be, until it understands spiritual gifts." John Mac Arthur Contributed by: Brian La Croix 1. The giving of spiritual gifts ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Unjust Servant

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 3, 2022

God expects singleness of service to Him. All that we do, secular and sacred is to glorify Him.

The Parable of the Unjust Servant Luke 16:1-13 This morning, we are studying one of Jesus’s parables. A parable is basically an illustration which is used to help understand an idea. This morning, we are studying the Parable of the Unjust Steward from Luke 16? What does Jesus want us to understand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13, Luke 16:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Do You See?

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 4, 2024

What do you see? I see a lot of Jeremiah’s entering God's seasons. A lot of Esther’s in the secular world are being pulled into God's plan.

Moreover the word of the LORD came to me, saying, “Jeremiah, what do you see?” Jeremiah 1:11 What do you see? I see a lot of Jeremiah’s entering God's seasons. A lot of Esther’s in the secular world are being pulled into God's plan. A lot of Jonah’s are being sent to God’s Nineveh. A wave ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:11

The Focus Of The Giver Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Jul 23, 2004

The Focus of the Giver

1st Peter 4:10-11, "10God has given gifts to each of you from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Manage them well so that God’s generosity can flow through you. 11Are you called to be a speaker? Then speak as though God himself were speaking through you. Are you called to help others? Do it with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Luxury Once Tasted

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019

Let's talk about what's truly necessary for success this fall

A. Opening illustration: Wal-Mart. Needs vs. Wants. Yard sale, some things that you thought you needed? B. Background to passage: Asa demonstrates how his kingdom/God’s people grew over his 41-year reign. He was the third king after Solomon to reign. He was the first king of Judah that walked in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 15:9-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Unity That Gives Us Joy

Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Jun 20, 2002

An extended outline of Philippians 2 on how unity can bring us joy, individually and corporately.

1A. Background of this book 1B. Paul is writing from jail 2B. Paul is encouraging the church to have his mindset in the midst of their discouraging circumstances 3B. Paul is directing the church to remain united despite inner conflicts. 4B. Paul’s main theme is Joy 1C. Joy is not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Make The Most Of Every Situation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit helps us correctly adapt our perceptions in all situations to suit God’s greater purposes.

1. The Holy Spirit helps us correctly adapt our perceptions in all situations to suit God’s greater purposes. Paul wrote, "Look carefully then how you walk! Live purposefully and worthily and accurately, not as the unwise and witless, but as wise (sensible, intelligent people). Making the very most ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mother’s Day History

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

Mother’s Day History.....This is just a short study, fact or fiction, you decide...

Mother’s Day History Matthew 12:48 (KJV) 48 But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren? The clearest modern precedent for Mother’s Day is the early Christian festival known as “Mothering Sunday.” This celebration fell on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:48

Denomination: Foursquare

Wisdom Is The Principal Thing

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 22, 2025

Wisdom is the divine key that unlocks success, preserves life, and ensures victorious Christian living.

WISDOM IS THE PRINCIPAL THING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 4:7 – “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” Supporting Texts: James 1:5; Ecclesiastes 7:12; Colossians 1:9-10; Daniel 2:20-21; Proverbs 9:10 INTRODUCTION: Wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

More Heart Values

Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 16, 2006

The final four values that shape our church and our Christian walk.

“More Heart Values” The Core of the Church August 20, 2006 Introduction: Last week we began looking at the foundation of the values and beliefs that shapes the core of LifeQuest. Today we want to continue that study looking at the final four core values of our church community and how they apply ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Victory On Every Side  Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 21, 2025

"Victory on Every Side" is a promise of comprehensive success in all areas of life—spiritual, emotional, financial, and relational.

Title: VICTORY ON EVERY SIDE  By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 8:6  Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:7, Psalm 118:15-16, 1 John 5:4. INTRODUCTION Victory is the heritage of every believer in Christ. The Bible assures us that no matter the challenges, trials, or battles we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:6, Deuteronomy 28:7, Psalm 118:15-16, 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Good Stewards

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 9, 2009

Eliezer was a good and faithful steward for his master, Abraham. We need to follow his example in being good stewards of the manifold grace of God.

Not many people know Eliezer of Damascus. He is not one of the most prominent of Bible characters. However, this man played a major role in the life of Abraham. In Genesis 15:2, Eliezer is identified as the steward of Abraham. A steward is a person that is responsible for managing the property ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11, 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ