Sermons on Prophetic Ministry:

The Goal Of The Ministry

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE GOAL OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE GLORY INSPIRES COURAGE AND COMMITMENT IN LIVING TO PLEASE OUR LORD 1.

THE GOAL OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE GLORY INSPIRES COURAGE AND COMMITMENT IN LIVING TO PLEASE OUR LORD 1. Present Suffering should Intensify the Longing for Future Glory (:1-5) a. The context of suffering in the ministry b. The superiority of the resurrection body c. The groaning associated with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Ministry Of Motherhood

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The church needs to take special care of mothers who nurture children in the faith without a husband's help.

Thesis: The church needs to take special care of mothers who nurture children in the faith without a husband's help. Intro.: 1. Today is "Mother's Day." A day we honor those who have (with God's help) given us the gift of life. Many different typesof mothers here today: a. Women who want to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-3

The Ministry Of Restoration

Contributed by Roy Mason on Aug 5, 2001

What is the Christian to do when he encounters an erring, sinful brother?

THE MINISTRY OF RESTORATION © 2001, Dr. Roy Mason Brethren, even if a man is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; {each one} looking to yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ. For if ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Phil Jolley on Nov 21, 2006

Four motivations for ministry - the fear of the Lord, the love of Christ, God’s commission, and the urgency of today

The Ministry of Reconciliation 2 Corinthians 5:11 - 6:2 Introduction A missionary conference is always a good time to ask ourselves why? We are involved throughout the year in many activities, many of them evangelistic and the routine of doing them can sometimes become so routine that we forget ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Partners In Ministry

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 17, 2005

God created each of us for a purpose. God endowed us with certain gifts, unique to us alone. We can use these gifts for the building up of the Body of Christ or use them for selfish ends.

Partners in Ministry Philippians 2:1-4 – People matter to God and should matter to you. I Peter 4:10 - “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” I Corinthians 3:9 “We work together as partners who belong to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Free Methodist

Addicted To The Ministry

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 22, 2001

What does a functioning ministry team look like? See the characteristics...

October 21, 2001 13Be on guard. Stand true to what you believe. Be courageous. Be strong. 14And everything you do must be done with love. 15You know that Stephanas and his household were the first to become Christians in Greece,and they are spending their lives in service to other Christians. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist

The Ministry In Jerusalem

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001

This is an inductive study of the Jerusalem ministry of Jesus with a focus on major themes and structural elements.

The Jerusalem Ministry Narrative I. Divide and Title A. Segmental Divisions 19.28-21.4 Jesus enters and claims the Kingdom 21:5-38 Jesus predicts the destruction of Jerusalem B. Paragraph Divisions 19:28-44 The Entry 19:45-48 Jesus clears the Temple 20:1-8 Religious leaders question Jesus’ ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Ministry Of Missions

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 27, 2002

THE PURPOSE OF MISSIONS

THE MINISTRY OF MISSIONS LUKE 10:30-35 I. INTRODUCTION MISSIONS, MUST BE CONSIDERED FIRST AND FOREMOST, A MINISTRY. AS A MINISTRY, IT MUST STRIVE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF OTHERS, RATHER THAN BENEFITING OURSELVES. THE PRIMARY PURPOSE OF MISSIONS IS FOUND IN MATT. 5:16, WHICH TEACHES THAT WE ARE TO LET ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-35

Denomination: Baptist

Committed To Ministry

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Sep 29, 2002

If the Spirit of God is being poured out on the end-time church, why is it not operating with more effectiveness? One key element is commitment to the local church. Are we committed to ministry?

09/29/2002 Committed To Ministry * What is God saying to the "end time church" * As Joel prophesied, in the last days, the Spirit of God would poured out..." * So why do we not see churches operating with greater effectiveness? * I believe is in part due to our commitment to ministry * The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ministry Of Mothering

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Apr 13, 2004

Mary, the mother of Jesus, saw mothering as a spiritual role, not just a physical one. Here she provides ’Power Tools’ for effective mothering.

“THE MINISTRY OF MOTHERING” John 2:1-11 INTRO: 1.ILL. G. Campbell Morgan was a very famous preacher of the gospel who had also raised four sons that also became preachers. The youngest son Howard, an excellent preacher in his own right were filling his fathers pulpit while his father ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Called To The Ministry

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

We will be looking at the ministry of Aaron and his sons to find the qualities of a great leader.

Called to the Ministry Dr. Fernando Cabrera Exodus 9:2-10:3 True leaders... 1. Answers their Assignment “Take Aaron and his sons” (9:2) “You also, as living stones, are being built up as a spiritual house for a holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Ministry

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 27, 2007

In this text, we want examine three different aspects of our ministry. 1- The attitude of our ministry 2- The author of our ministry 3- The activity of our ministry

INTRO.- ILL.- One man said, “In my house, I make all the major decisions and my wife makes all the minor decisions. For example, I decide such things as East-West trade, crime in the streets, welfare cheating and increase in taxes. My wife decides the minor things such as which house to buy, what ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ministry Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 14, 2007

our ministry is based on the work of the cross

Intro: if you have ever done any counseling where there are two parties that have conflict with each other, it is a great joy when you can help reconcile the differences and re-unite the two in right relationship. A ministry of restoration and reconciliation is not just the call for counselors, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21, 2 Corinthians 5:18-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ministry To The Samaritans

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Mar 9, 2007

A sermon that highlights how Jesus demonstrates Love, Faith and Mercy in his dealings with this often neglected group of people.

Ministry to the Samaritans This morning I feel that God is leading me to speak on the subject of Samaritans. More to the point I want to speak about Jesus’ interaction with this particular group of people. As a Jew, Jesus’ interaction with the Samaritans caused quite a bit of a stir at the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jumping In To Ministry Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 17, 2006

While knowing what your gift might be is helpful; God gets the glory when we use it. Because the end is near, bend your ear and hear these four calls of commitment.

Jumping in to Ministry 1 Peter 4:7-11 Rev. Brian Bill 9/17/06 After watching the game last Sunday afternoon, I realized that the end is near for the beloved Packers. I received an email from a Bears backer that went like this: “…May I suggest a couple of topic ideas for next week’s sermon? ‘Not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist