Sermons on Reputation:

The Lost Art Of Ministry

Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Dec 27, 2007

The church has lost sight of its purpose and ministry.

The lost art of ministry Revelations 3:1-3 Write this to Sardis, to the Angel of the church. The One holding the Seven Spirits of God in one hand, a firm grip on the Seven Stars with the other, speaks: "I see right through your work. You have a reputation for vigor and zest, but you’re dead, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parable Of The Lost Sheep And Lost Coin

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Sep 11, 2019

no matter who we feel, we are never lost from the love of God

Luke 15:1-10 You will have noticed that we have been hearing a lot of parables in the last couple months. We are currently reading from The Gospel According to Luke, and parables are one of Jesus' favorite means of teaching. Today, we again have a parable that is really two parables, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal

The Role Of A Deacon

Contributed by Ric Veal on Sep 7, 2019

Let's look at the model role of a servant of God! Stephen is a great example!

The Role of the Deacon Acts 6: 1-7 1. The Condition of the Church (6:1) A. The multiplication (6:1a) growth; Acts 2:41, 47b; 4:4; 5:14 B. The murmuring (6:1b) complaint; overlooked widows . Satan started with persecution (Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Pastors Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

Three kinds of Pastors

Hebrews. 13:1-9 Pastors – Honorable By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan Introduction: Jn. 15:16. Chosen, appointed and expect from you. Pastoral ministry is in the third order of the ministry in I Cor.12:28, whereas in Eph.4:12-14 comments as fifth order. Talents and ministry ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Anticipating Christmas

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015

CHRISTMAS

ANTICIPATING CHRISTMAS LUKE 2:22-35 I. SIMEON’S LIVING WAS COMMENDABLE. (Vs. 25) A. Simeon Was A Righteous Man.v.25 And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Holiness

The Black And White Of Following Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 10, 2022

Christ is he who will satisfy the deepest desires of our empty souls, and who promises us eternal life and resurrection if we dedicate ourselves to obedience in faith.

One could get into quite a discussion with biblical scholars and teachers over who was the greatest prophet in Israel. The greatest of the writing prophets, of course, was Isaiah, but he lived long after the period written about in the first reading today. Elijah pops into one’s head at first, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21, Psalm 16:1-10, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Catholic

Satanic Legal Grounds And Access Points - Sexual Perversion Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 4, 2023

Sexual pleasure was never created by Satan, but he has hijacked and perverted it to advance his diabolical agendas of destroying mankind. I am taking this much time on this access point because this is one of Satan`s major tripping points against majority of humanity.

Neither give place to the devil. ( Ephesians 4:27) One of the outstanding trademarks of every form of false religion, cults, occultic, and secret societies, or satanic group is sexual perversion. Sexual perversion is one of Satan`s major access point and weapon of mass destruction. He used it to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:27, Romans 13:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joshua's Revival Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 24, 2021

Can a man sometimes only be ready to lead a revival in his old age, after a lifetime of faithful service?

Can a man sometimes only be ready to lead a revival in his old age, after a lifetime of faithful service? If God’s kingdom were a democracy, ten of twelve spies would have voted not to enter the promised land. Only Joshua and Caleb from that whole generation gave a testimony of faith and would be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Having The Right Motive Series

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on May 16, 2022

In many ways Christian leadership is quite different from all secular forms of leadership and having the right motive is much more critical and essential

HAVING THE RIGHT MOTIVE SCRIPTURE TEXT: Romans 1:9-17 INTRODUCTION In many ways Christian leadership is quite different from all secular forms of leadership and having the right motive is much more critical and essential. "Do ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:9-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Protecting Yourself From Harmful Relationships. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2024

The people we surround ourselves with can have a profound impact on our lives.

The people we surround ourselves with can have a profound impact on our lives. While positive relationships can uplift and inspire us, evil influences can lead us down a path of destruction. In this article, we'll explore the dangers of evil influences and guide how to protect yourself from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:24-25, Matthew 22:37-40

How Majestic Is Your Name Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

How Majestic Is Your Name

Psalms 76 - "How Majestic Is Your Name" I. GOD - THEIR DESIRE - 1-3 His Revelation - 1 In Judah is God known: His Reputation - his name is great in Israel. His Residence - 2 In Salem also is his tabernacle, 1. His Place - 2 In Salem also is his tabernacle, 2. His Presence - also ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Heart God Seeks Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

May we strive to cultivate hearts that align with the desires of our Heavenly Father, for it is in the condition of our hearts that God truly seeks to dwell.

"The Heart God Seeks" Introduction: Greet the congregation warmly and read the key verse: 1 Samuel 16:7b (NLT) - "The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." Begin by acknowledging the human tendency ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, Acts 13:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psalm 6 - My Confession Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Feb 4, 2024

Exposition of Psalm 6

Context: Confession • Me, My Brother and Sister got in trouble once (at the same time) • 2-week ground and before the 1st week was over, my brother and sister had already done things that we weren’t supposed to do. I knew what we had done was wrong so I was doing my absolute best to stay within ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fed Up With Attack Politics? Take Our Country Back With Our Words

Contributed by Lee Houston on Jul 3, 2025

As an old man, I remember a time when Americans, no matter their party, prayed for the leaders we elected. Whether we voted for him, her or not, we wanted him or her to succeed. Why? Because we understood that when a leader succeeds, the nation succeeds.

Fed up with attack politics? Take Our Country Back with Our Words As an old man, I remember a time when Americans, no matter their party, prayed for the leaders we elected. Whether we voted for him, her or not, we wanted him or her to succeed. Why? Because we understood that when a leader ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Words From The One Who Knows Us Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Christ's messages to the seven churches in Revelation reveal His intimate knowledge of us and His desire for us to be victorious in Him.

Today we're diving into the third chapter of Revelation today. It's like we're on a road trip through seven ancient cities in Asia Minor, which is now Turkey. These cities form an upside-down "U" on the map, just like an old Roman mail route. It's like we're delivering God's mail, messages from ...read more

Topics: Biblical Messages, Seven Churches, Christ's Teachings