Sermons on Reasonable Service:

"Demons Shriek And Sufferers Weep"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 10, 2010

A sermon for Transfiguration of the Lord Sunday.

Luke 9:28-43 “Demons Shriek and Sufferers Weep” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN A friend of mine told me about a time, many years ago, when he and his family were tramping up Sharp Top Mountain in Bedford County, Virginia. His daughter was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-43

Denomination: United Methodist

Dare To Serve Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 22, 2010

There is no way to become like Jesus without the willingness to serve. This does not mean that you let others control what you do, but rather that your actions are controlled by the desire to serve God and others.

Dare to Serve John 12:26, Mark 10:45, Philippians 2:5-7 April 25, 2010 Morning Service Introduction Born in Nottingham, England His family lost their entire fortune due to his father’s bad investments and both parents died at a young age Became a Methodist minister and evangelist Requested ...read more

Scripture: John 12:26

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Help Others

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 18, 2009

There are millions of people in the world that need help. Are you willing to help some of them? If so, here’s some things to remember.

How to Help Others Text: Matthew 7:1 – 12 I. Introduction · US population = 299 million · 211 million do not claim to be Christian · 600,000 are homeless · 14 million addicted to alcohol · Between 13 and 14 million depressed · Over 950,000 divorces this year · Almost 1,400,000 new cases of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Feet Of Christ

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 18, 2009

Fifth Sermon in the 2009 Lenten Series, ‘The Body of Christ.’

This morning we begin with a visit from Dr. Seuss. (Read ‘The Foot Book’ by Dr. Seuss.) What would we do without our feet? What could we do without our feet? Last week we spent a few moments considering how wonderful our hands are and that they help us to feed, clothe, and care for others and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Church Of God

’tis The Season To Worship Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 16, 2010

I want us to consider several scriptures in regard to worshiping Christ. 1- In worship we give back to Christ 2- In worship we serve Christ 3- In worship we draw near to God

INTRO.- Man is worshiping being. We all worship something or someone. ILL. - Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes recently bought a new home in California. One day they were have a heated argument about family finances. (I don’t know why, however) Tom said, "If it weren’t for my money, this house ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Touch For Serving

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 14, 2009

When you are touched by Jesus, you cannot help but wanting to serve Him.

Intro: Series - Just a Touch is All We need - Matthew 8:2 "And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 3 And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed." This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Me? You Have Got To Be Kidding God!

Contributed by James May on Jan 20, 2010

God has called you to serve Him, yes You. No excuses; just obey Him in faith. Only those who answer the call of God will see the victory.

Who Me? You have Got to be Kidding God! Wednesday, January 20, 2010-01-20 By Pastor James May How many of you love to fly? I know that some of you probably wouldn’t fly unless it was a life or death emergency. A lot of people have a fear of flying. If you’re one of them you would surely ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Me-Firstology

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Dec 23, 2009

When we truly put the kingdom of God and others before ourselves, then the Lord will see to it that we have the things that we need.

Me-firstology: The “Me First” Mentality 04/30/06 AM Reading: Luke 9:57-62 Introduction [Note: This lesson is adapted from an article entitled “The Me First Syndrome” by Wayne Jackson Christian Courier: Penpoints 11/14/05.] As Jesus went about His earthly ministry, people either wanted to follow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Serve Like Jesus

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 4, 2010

Followers of Christ should serve as He served.

[To receive free sermons each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] Mark 10:32-37, 41-45 Luke 22:14-27 John 13:1-5, 12-17 (Notice the how the disciples were constantly seeking greatness while Jesus was constantly seeking to serve.) Jesus gathered with His disciples in an upper room ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts

Contributed by Malcolm Chester on Jan 5, 2010

A sermon based on 1 Corinthians 12 about various gifts to offer to the mission of the church

Leslie Griffiths, the well known Methodist minister and former President of Conference, tells of the time when he was invited to Easter People where thousands of people of all ages used to gather at a seaside resort for a Christian festival of worship, seminars, fellowship and fun. He was ushered ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Being Thankful For The Opportunity To Serve

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 22, 2010

This message was preached as part of a series dealing with thankfulness, and looks at our being thankful for the privilege of serving.

BEING THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE MATT 25: 14-16,35;28:19-20 Matthew 25:14-16 "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. 15 To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-35

Denomination: Baptist

I Want That Mountain

Contributed by Ronald C. Abayon on Feb 25, 2010

It's all about whole-hearted service for God

Introduction: -We always heard or maybe not but seldom or only today that "WE ARE SAVED TE SERVE GOD AND NOT TO PRESERVE" -but in serving or following him,God expect our whole-hearted service for him. -being Whole means in original language is to "SATISFY"-to give enough to. -in ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Created For Good Works

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 12, 2012

We are saved by grace IN ORDER to do good works.

Created for Good Works June 15, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are saved by grace IN ORDER to do good works. Focus Passage: Ephesians 2:1-10 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: Before and After tactics of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Bless America

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 25, 2012

God WILL bless us if we honor Him & serve Him.

God Bless America June 29, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God WILL bless us if we honor Him & serve Him. Focus Passage: 2 Chronicles 7:14-22 Introduction: I. America’s Past a. Pilgrims 1620: Christians leaving England for religious ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Message

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 22, 2011

Christmas Eve 6pm service

Luke 2: 1 – 20 / Christmas Message Intro: It is Christmas Eve and following tradition, you gather with family to exchange and unwrap gifts. You are handed a small, beautifully wrapped present. You unwrap it carefully. The good news is that it is a voucher for $500. The bad news is that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed