Sermons on Servants Serve:

The Exalted And The Justified

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Aug 11, 2018

An examination of the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector

The Exalted and the Justified Luke 18:9-14 To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everybody else, Jesus told this parable: “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood up and prayed about himself: ‘God, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Priceless Pair Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 18, 2017

Paul wrote some very encouraging things about Timothy and Epaphroditus that offer us excellent examples to follow.

Introduction: A. One day a man went to the doctor because he was concerned about his lessening level of energy. 1. He told his doctor that he wasn't able to do all the things around the house that he used to do. 2. When the examination was complete, the man said to the doctor, “Now, Doc, I can ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Greatness

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 23, 2024

A sermon for the season after Pentecost, Year B, lectionary 25

September 22, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 9:30-37 Greatness Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Soon it will be October. That means one thing: baseball playoffs! As the weeks of October progress, the field ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Wrestling Together Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

How we share our lives

Romans 15-16 Wrestling Together Join me this morning in turning to the book of Romans, chapter 15. Today we are going to finish up the book of Romans. We have spent the last few months going through this book together, and we have seen some wonderful truths; truths that when we understand them ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Extrenal Series

Contributed by Troy Richards on Apr 26, 2011

A look at how our attitude affects how we live for God. This sermon looks at our external attitude, how we treat others.

-so last week we started on looking at our attitude, focusing mostly on things inside our heart, what we think of ourselves, and what we think of God. -and we also asked a whole bunch of questions, yes there were to main ones, but there were a whole bunch of other ones that were there really to get ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:9

Denomination: Methodist

Serving God Through Showing Love

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY SHOWING SINCERE LOVE THAT IS SEEN AND NOT JUST SPOKEN.

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY SHOWING SINCERE LOVE THAT IS SEEN AND NOT JUST SPOKEN. 1. (:9b) Am I Pursuing Holiness? 2. (:10) Am I Preferring Others 3. (:11) Am I Passionate in Service? 4. (:12) Am I Persevering in Affliction? 5. (:13) Am I Providing for the Needs of Others? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Serving God By Overcoming Evil By Good

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY NOT BEING OVERCOME BY EVIL, BUT BY OVERCOMING EVIL WITH GOOD -- 7 WAYS TO FIGHT YOUR ENEMIES 1.

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY NOT BEING OVERCOME BY EVIL, BUT BY OVERCOMING EVIL WITH GOOD -- 7 WAYS TO FIGHT YOUR ENEMIES 1. (:14) Determine to bring your enemy good not harm 2. (:15) Show concern for your enemy's gains and losses 3. (:16) Do not allow yourself to think you are better 4. (:17) Do not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Serving God By Submitting To Gov't

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY SUBMITTING TO THE CIVIL GOVERNMENT, RECOGNIZING THAT ITS POWER AND AUTHORITY ARE FROM GOD 1.

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY SUBMITTING TO THE CIVIL GOVERNMENT, RECOGNIZING THAT ITS POWER AND AUTHORITY ARE FROM GOD 1. General Rule: As a General Rule, We are to Submit to Those in Authority Over Us; Why? a. Resisting the authority = rebellion against God b. To avoid hurting ourselves c. To free us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Serving God By Loving One Another

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY LOVING ONE ANOTHER -- LOVE FULFILLS EVERY LAST COMMAND OF GOD AND SEIZES LIFE'S FADING OPPORTUNITIES; THE TIME TO SHOW LOVE IS NOW! 1.

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY LOVING ONE ANOTHER -- LOVE FULFILLS EVERY LAST COMMAND OF GOD AND SEIZES LIFE'S FADING OPPORTUNITIES; THE TIME TO SHOW LOVE IS NOW! 1. Love Fulfills Every Command of God (:8-10) 2. Love Seizes Life's Fading Opportunties (:11-14) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Building Community - Serve One Another Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 1, 2001

We build communitiy in the church by bearing one another’s burdens and serving one another.

“Community.” A sense of belonging, of being connected with people. Knowing that if you don’t show up, someone will notice, knowing that people care if you show up or not. Having things in common – common values, priorities, beliefs. Having people to share things with – joys and sorrows, work and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2, Romans 15:1

Denomination: Baptist

"You Cannot Serve God And Wealth.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 14, 2001

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2001 Luke 16: 1-13 Heavenly Father thank you for Jesus teaching that it is in our own best self-interest to be “interested” in the welfare of others. Amen. Title: “You cannot serve God and wealth.”

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2001 Luke 16: 1-13 Heavenly Father thank you for Jesus teaching that it is in our own best self-interest to be “interested” in the welfare of others. Amen. Title: “You cannot serve God and wealth.” Jesus relates a parable about a prudent ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

What God Shall I Serve?

Contributed by Marty Logsdon on Sep 25, 2001

To make the listener think about how dedicated he really is to serving God.

Message Title “What God Shall You Serve” Scripture Reading Joshua 24:14-24 (Read Aloud) Prayer For Service A few years ago I had the privilege of having a friend of mine come from Russia and stay with us for a couple of days. I realize that the majority of people have not been to Russia, but ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

Living And Serving God With Resurrection Eyes

Contributed by Keith Besel on Nov 19, 2001

The application that believing in the Resurrection has to lives while we still live here on earth.

Living and Serving God with Resurrection Eyes 2nd Last Sun. in Church year - 11/18/01 Texts: Luke 20:27-40 and Exodus 3:1-15 vs. 38 Jesus said, "He is not the God of the dead, but of the living, for to Him all are alive." Introduction What does the future hold for you? For any of us? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-40, Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Serving God Through The Ministry Of Hospitality

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 23, 2005

Part of an ongong series that offers ways for people to be involved in hands-on ministry with this message focusing on the ministry of usher and greeter.

April 24, 2005 Pastor: Richard Pfeil Serving God through the Ministry of Hospitality Ephesians 2:12-14, Matthew 25:34-35, Mark 9:37 If you are a visitor, I’m Pastor Richard, and this morning we are focusing on, as we have the last three weeks, on ministry that can make a difference in our world. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Simon Peter – Sifted, Sustained, Serving. Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 27, 2005

We know more about the life of Peter than any other disciple which means we can trace his growth as a disciple. In a three section sermon we will see how Jesus helps His impulsive disciple to persevere, even when they fail.

Simon Peter – sifted, sustained, serving. I recently went to a Men’s Shed Ministry where they were interviewing different men. One man told the story of his life. Which went like this:- Married – divorced. Married – divorce Married – divorce Found God Married first wife The end result is so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: Baptist