Sermons on Public Ministry:

Role Reversal

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 4, 2013

A look at who "got it" when Jesus came and who did not. What you would expect is not what happened.

Role Reversals Luke 8:4-9 Think about it for a moment. If you knew nothing about all the stories of the Bible, especially the New Testament stories about Jesus, who would you expect to be the most enthusiastic and welcoming to the idea of God visiting planet earth? Who would be those most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:19-23

Denomination: Methodist

Just Try It Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 18, 2015

In the midst of His busy schedule, Jesus made time for God. Jesus shows gives us an example to follow so that we can be more deeply connected with God! (This series was developed from the Next Steps series available from SermonCentral for purchase.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I am glad you are here today as we continue on with our Next Steps series. The other 2 messages are on our web site or you can access them with the church app! • Thus far in this series, we have discovered that God wants us to grow into spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Temptation--Only A Question, Not An Answer

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 7, 2007

Temptation comes in varied and subtle ways. But we can resist in rather than give in.

April, 2007 “Temptation--Only a Question, Not an Answer” Matthew 4:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Desserts have sometimes been named “seduction” or “temptation” because there is something “delicious” and full of promise offered. Oscar Wilde said, “The only way to get rid of temptation is to give in to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Marks Of A True Steward Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 15, 2025

Paul's life and ministry is marked by integrity and authenticity, nothing false, nothing fake.

ES 1 Thess 2:1-6 - Marks of a True Steward of God Paul’s mission to Thessalonica was brought to a sudden end when the Judaizers – enemies of the Gospel - stirred a public riot and brought charges against them. • It became so intense that Paul and Silas had to take flight out of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6, 1 Peter 3:15-16, Acts 17:2-3, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Pledge Allegiance To A Hiding God

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 7, 2002

The recent "under God" court decision is inconsequential. Far better to pledge allegiance to a God who does not need publicity and lip service, but who points us to acts of justice, liberation, and witness.

In every age there are those who feel they need to help God out of hiding. God, it seems, is never without public relations agents, who want to help Him get His name out. They have their own reasons – some of them well-intentioned, and some of them selfish – but the truth is that God does ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Moral Relativism And Absolute Truth Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jan 28, 2004

MAIN IDEA: Contrary to current public opinion, there is such a thing as absolute truth, and it is found in the Bible. OBJECTIVES: 1. Listeners will be informed of the intellectual and moral bankruptcy of the post-modern notion of “tolerance” (moral r

Clarity or Confusion? 1. Moral relativism and absolute truth Don Jaques January 24/25, 2004 MAIN IDEA: Contrary to current public opinion, there is such a thing as absolute truth, and it is found in the Bible. OBJECTIVES: 1. Listeners will be informed of the intellectual and moral bankruptcy of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32, John 14:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Integrity: Where Your Word Is Your Bond Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 30, 2006

Integrity is a reputation of trustworthiness that is built up over a period of time and is proven by our behavior, our conduct both in and out of the limelight, both in the public view as well as when no other human is looking.

INTEGRITY: WHERE YOUR WORD IS YOUR BOND Matthew 5:33-37 1. `My boy,’ said the businessman to his son, `there are two things that are essential if you are to succeed in business.’ `What are they, Dad? Asked the boy. `Integrity and sagacity.’ `What is integrity?’ `Always, no matter what, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 5:33

Denomination: United Methodist

Year Of The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 17, 2016

Luke shares with us some characteristics that the Shepherds possessed - 1. They were Receptive Listeners 2. They Embraced Obedience 3. They were Enthusiastic in their Praise and 4. They were Public Proclaimers of the Good News

Scripture: Luke 2:15-21 Theme: Year of the Shepherd - New Year Luke shares with us some characteristics that the Shepherds possessed - 1. They were Receptive Listeners 2. They Embraced Obedience 3. They were Enthusiastic in Praise and 4. They were Public Proclaimers. INTRO: Grace ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-21

Denomination: Nazarene

An Audience Of One Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 1, 2023

This passage of Scripture teaches us that when we pray to the Lord, and even give monetarily, that it is to be done entirely for Him and not as a public display for others. Every act of worship is to be seen only by an audience of One.

I have entitled our message this morning, “An Audience of One,” based on a song by Christian music artist Big Daddy Weave. Allow me to share some of the lyrics of this song: “I come on my knees, to lay down before You; bringing all that I am, longing only to know You. Seeking Your face, and not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism: Buried With Him In Death, Raised To Walk In Newness Of Life

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 8, 2018

Baptism points to 1) The Antagonist (v.1), 2) The Answer (v.2), and 3) The Argument explaining and defending that Answer (vv.3–5) of the spiritual reality shown in the public act of baptism.

A bucket list, is a list of things that people write down that they want to do before they die, otherwise known as “kick the bucket”. It can be a desire to visit an exotic country, drive a particular car, see an entertainer or sports team that they always wanted, or any number of other activities. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-5

Denomination: Other

Protectress Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 25, 2015

Short teaching on Christians, especially women who have the call to be a help to others to achieve their call in the Lord's work.

Gift of Helps Protectress A Stabilizing Force The Apostle Paul spoke a powerful truth about a pillar in the work of the Lord, a worker who is always to be received in a way worthy of a true child of God. He writes, “I commend to you our sister Phoebe... I ask that you receive her ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus-The Preacher Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Feb 18, 2007

What made Jesus a good Preacher?

MARK 1:9-20 JESUS-THE PREACHER I. PERSON:* Mark 1:9-11 A. Patrimony. B. Processing. C. Proving. II. PREACHING:** ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-20

Denomination: Methodist

Preparing The Way

Contributed by Stanley Arnold on Jun 6, 2005

How John the Baptist’s preparation for life and ministry can serve as an outline for our Advent preparation.

Preparing the Way! Mt 3:1-11 Advent is about preparation. Preparation of our houses, meals, presents. It should be preparation of our lives, our hearts, selves. We continue by looking at an individual who knew what preparation was about, John the Baptist. Jesus said in 11:11 “Among those born of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

1 Kings Part 3 (Nasb), Footnotes Courtesy Of Biblegateway.org, Others By Marilyn Hickey Ministries

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Sep 24, 2023

King Rehoboam, Jeroboam, Ahijah, Abijam, Asa, Jehoshaphat, Nadab, Baasha

THE DIVIDED KINGDOM: There were 9 good kings in Judah (South, Capital = Jerusalem, 2 tribes, 945-586 BC), no good kings in Israel (North, Capital = Samaria, 10 tribes, 945-721 BC) (Bad) King Rehoboam Acts Foolishly (945-929 BC), was rejected 12 Then Rehoboam went to Shechem, for all Israel had ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Elisha’s Ministry: "Christian – How Is Your Little Upper Chamber Furnished?” Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 17, 2022

Our God is a wonderful God for provision. Elisha used to travel a circuit in ministry, and at Shunem, He provided for His servant through a childless couple, where Elisha had his own simple room. This is most informative.

ELISHA’S MINISTRY: “CHRISTIAN – HOW IS YOUR LITTLE UPPER CHAMBER FURNISHED?” Part 1 of 2 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 8 2Kings 4:8 Now there came a day when Elisha passed over to Shunem where there was a prominent woman, and she persuaded him to eat food, and so it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-17, Ephesians 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational