Sermons about Ready For Service

Be Alert And Be Ready

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010

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Jesus has told us we will not know the hour of His return. He does not wish us to spend our time in speculation on His return; instead He teaches us that we ought to be prepared at all times.

Be Alert And Be Ready 10/25/09 AM Text: Matthew 24:42-44 INTRODUCTION: There is much being said today about the “End of Times” in various circles by people who believe that we are in the midst of apocalyptic prophesy fulfillment and that the return of our Lord and Savior is imminent. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Want To Be Forever Great?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 28, 2012

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Want to Be Forever Great? 1) Be eager to serve; 2) Be ready to suffer.

A twelve-year-old won a backstage pass to meet her favorite vocalist. As she was shaking hands with the pop star the fan blurted: “I would give anything to sing like you!” “Anything?” the star answered while wiping the sweat of her performance from her eyes. “Would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Ready To Go!

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002

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We are to communicate Jesus to people.

READY TO GO! John 1:19-28 S: Preparing others for Jesus Th: “My Life as God’s Light” Pr: WE ARE TO COMMUNICATE JESUS TO PEOPLE. ?: How? KW: Ways to communicate TS: We will find in John 1:19-28 four ways to communicate Jesus to people. The ____ way we communicate Jesus to people is as ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

On Being Ready

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 10, 2020

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At any given time, on any given day, God's kingdom is revealing itself to us. Are you alert and ready to respond?

November 8, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 25:1-13 On Being Ready Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Keep awake therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour.” (Matthew 25:13) Caribou Coffee opened ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You Ready? Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 29, 2022

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What is the evidence that you are ready for the Lord's return?

Introduction For those who attended service Christmas Day, I talked about the people of Bethlehem not being ready to receive a Savior. The shepherds were not ready and had to be told about a sign by an angel that the Savior has arrived. The innkeeper was not ready because he made no room in the inn ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-37

Denomination: Baptist

Service To The Poor Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

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The bible teaches us that to truely live in this life and the next, we must serve the poor.

Keys of Life – Service August 29, 2004 Isaiah 58:9b-12 According to the advertisers, what brings life? Lotto Super 7 TV Ad Destinator Professor Posh Jesse Streets The Splurger Cosmetica Relaxo 2-Weeks-Notice-Man Email Spam Money Weightloss Sex It’s easy to believe them – the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:9-12

Denomination: *other

Funeral Service

Contributed by Vern Hall on Jan 5, 2009

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This is a funeral sermon for an elderly preacher and a dear friend. It speaks of forsaking all to follow Jesus.

I’d like to begin by giving our condolences to Sister Betty Jo, Sister Sandy, and all the friends, family, and loved ones of Bro. Marion Davis. He was a husband of more than 50 years. He was a father. He was a brother. He was a great friend. This world will simply not be the same without him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Service, No Connection

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 2, 2019

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Spiritually to often the opinion of others affects what we may think. But our choices to act on our own opinion, is truly what keeps us from being connected to our Heavenly Father our constant provider!

No Service No Connection Psalm 37:23 NKJ The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, And He delights in his way. The Lord Himself delights in his ways! MSG. Stalwart walks in step with God; his path blazed by God, he’s happy. If he stumbles, he’s not down for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:23, Genesis 22:1-14, Psalm 139:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Jeremy Lile on Jan 6, 2006

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A sermon about receiving from God while still doing our part. Too many times we treat God like a genie from a magic lamp. We only call on him when we have a wish or need to be fulfilled.

Luke 5:4-9 (KJV) 4 Now when he had left speaking, he said unto Simon, Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a draught. 5 And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net. 6 And when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Getting Ready

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Nov 27, 2004

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This sermon takes us from the preparations for Christmas to God’s preparations for the incarnation. It is an Advent sermon forcusing on what God did in the fuillness of time and how God is getting us ready today.

Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone Advent I November 28, 2004 Is. 2:1-5, Mt. 24:36-44 ¡§Getting Ready¡¨ I was in Kmart yesterday and was pleased to see a giant heap of boxes of candy canes. I was pleased because I like to have a box of them on hand in my study for when people come to see ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ready To Listen

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 12, 2023

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Today how many can say, "Lord, I am ready to listen to your voice through this devotion!?"

Ready to listen Acts 10:33"So I sent for you immediately, and it was good of you to come. Now we are all here in the presence of God to listen to everything the Lord has commanded you to tell us.” READY TO LISTEN: Today how many can say, "Lord, I am ready to listen to your voice through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prepared And Ready

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 1, 2016

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This message calls upon Christians to prepare now for the challenges and opportunities that will be here tomorrow in America. Jesus taught this truth using the Parable of the Ten Virgins. Find out what preparations you need to be making now!

Prepared and Ready  (10-11-15 www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) We begin today with a conversation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13

Denomination: Charismatic

Faithful In Service Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 18, 2005

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God requires us to be faithful with what we have, not with what we do not have.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man from the east coast who had always dreamed of owning a cattle ranch and had finally saved enough money to buy his dream spread in Wyoming. 1. His best friend flew out to visit and asked, “So, what’s the name of your ranch?” 2. His buddy told him that he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service, In Giving. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 12, 2024

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The second in a four part series on generous giving, "Lifestyle of Generosity," yip God owns it and how are we going to respond?

Today I’d like to start with a question before answering it. Who owns what, what can we give to God? The answer is this and it may come as a bit of a surprise, God owns everything, it all belongs to Him, including our skills and our capabilities. As Christians people saved by the grace of God, we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-8, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 John 3:8, Matthew 6:24, Ephesians 1:22-23 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Waiting With Expectation: Living As Ready Servants

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Aug 5, 2025

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Jesus calls us to live with anticipation and readiness for His return. He reminds us that our Heavenly Father has prepared a wonderful inheritance for us—His kingdom—and that we should live in a state of vigilance and faithfulness.

1. The Comfort of God's Pledge (Luke 12:32) Jesus begins with a word of reassurance: “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.” This is a comforting reminder that our Heavenly Father’s desire is to bless us with His kingdom. His love is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Methodist

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