Sermons on Qualification For Ministry:

The Ten Commandments

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 6, 2013

This message looks at the 10 commandments and the way Jesus pointed back to them in his ministry.

The Ten Commandments Exodus 20, 32, 34 CHCC: February 3, 2013 For the last few weeks we’ve been in a series from the book of Exodus. Today we’ve reached the part where God gives the 10 commandments to His new nation of Israel. About 20 years ago a Gallup Poll was taken that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Gotta Sacrifice For The Gospel Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Feb 3, 2014

The ministry of the Gospel requires suffering, stewardship, and sweat, in order to see believers mature in Christ.

Introduction: Our journey through the book of Colossians. Background: (1:1-2) • Charles Quarles: “This false teaching threatened to undermine the supremacy of Christ, rob the church of its peace and joy, and destroy the unity of the church ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Unthankful Times

Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 8, 2007

The last days are perilous, unthankful times marked by godlessness, powerless religion, and corrupt ministry.

Living In Unthankful Times 2 Timothy 3:1-9 Introduction: The Humanist’s Prayer Lyman Abbot once paraphrased the Lord’s Prayer to reflect the philosophy of those without God. We might call it the Humanist’s Prayer: Our brethren who art on earth, Hallowed be our name. Our kingdom come, Our will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Plough-Hand To Prophet Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 7, 2014

God teaches the importance of the gospel ministry, It's a gift that we should not take for granted.

1 Kings 19:19-21; 2 Kings 2:1-15, 23-25 Bullies, bears, and a baldy. Did I capture your attention when I read the Old Testament lesson this morning? It was a longer than usual reading, but if your mind started to wander, I bet you sat up when you heard how two bears mauled 42 young men for making ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Dynamics Of Christ’s Servants

Contributed by James Snyder on May 22, 2017

To really come to grips with the ministry God wants for us is the great challenge of the Christian life.

(1 Corinthians 4:1-21) How would you define ministry, particularly your ministry? The apostle Paul is very serious about this aspect of ministry among God’s people. We have not been saved to be passive, but rather, to do the work of the ministry under the authority of God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Power And Wisdom Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 4 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians discussing the enlightening ministry of the Holy Spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit” Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus' Practice Of Prayer

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 21, 2016

Jesus had much to do in ministry but spent time in prayer before, during and after.

A. JESUS’ PRAYER WAS FOUNDATIONAL 1. Jesus had much to do in ministry but spent time in prayer before, during and after. 2. Jesus had pressure from the crowds, satanic opposition, the Pharisees and the agenda of His disciples, but He prayed. 3. Prayer took priority over ...read more

Scripture: John 7:46

Denomination: Baptist

Let Love Lead Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 30, 2021

Christianity is built on three strong characters. These great characters form the basis of the Christian ministry.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF: 013 1 Corinthians 13:13, CSB: "Now these three remain: faith, hope, and love--but the greatest of these is love." LET LOVE LEAD Christianity is built on three strong characters. These great characters form the basis of the Christian ministry. Without ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13, Proverbs 10:12

Denomination: Charismatic

Sold Out To Jesus Or A Sell-Out To Jesus? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 28, 2021

A stark contrast between Mary and Judas sets the stage for the beginning of the of Jesus' ministry.

THE END IS NIGH: Amid many unanswered questions, everything in this passage makes it clear that Jesus will be gone soon. - John 12:1-11. - Some of the unanswered questions: a. Why anoint six days early? b. Why did no one notice that Judas was stealing? c. How ridiculous is it to think that ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Healing The Hurting Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 9, 2015

When you bring Jesus to your home, your home will become headquarters for ministry.

Healing the Hurting Mark 1:29-34 Rev. Brian Bill October 10-11, 2015 Have you noticed how many mother-in-law jokes are out there? Mothers-in-law have been the brunt of jokes since the beginning of time, well maybe not because Adam and Eve didn’t have any in-laws. When I did a Google ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Well Lived Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015

This message was for the funeral of an elderly Christian woman who was actively involved in ministry into late life.

“For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Stones Throw

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 16, 2015

The tablets of stone on which the ten commandments were written are a representation of the body and ministry of Jesus.

1. Jury The story is told of the sharecropper who was charged with stealing his landlord's mule. The landlord was a rich and domineering man who had few friends among the common people, but the evidence against the defendant was overwhelming. When the jury retired to consider the verdict, they were ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Story 24 Kingdom Treasure Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 2, 2014

Jesus' priority in his ministry was the Kingdom of God. This lesson focuses on the value and power of the kingdom.

1. Thy Kingdom Come Astronaut James Erwin is one of but a few men to walk on the moon. As he stood upon the lunar landscape and looked up at the earth, he prayed for the first time in his life. He thought about the strife among nations, poverty, hunger, and rampant evil; and he thought to himself: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Inaugural Address Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 4, 2014

Jesus begins His ministry by opening the book of Isaiah to explain WHY He came!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We are closing in on Easter Sunday, the time we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus! • As we enter this wonderful time of celebration today I want take us into the Synagogue in Nazareth on the Sabbath. • Jesus is going to handed to scroll that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Filling The Gap

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 14, 2009

The church must be involved to fill the gap when a teenager graduates from the teen ministry.

Intro: The church has the main responsibility of the Commission of our Savior. It is more than merely Win ‘Em, Wet ‘Em, and Work ‘Em! I. Ambassadors of the Gospel - Go ye therefore and teach all nations We are not merely to see people saved, We are to make disciples! A. Reconcile the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist