Sermons on Serve Diligently:

To Serve Or Be Served

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Feb 14, 2026

We want to follow Jesus and serve Jesus, but we have this little quirk where we expect to be rewarded for our service.

Let’s start our time together this morning by getting a little honest … Who do you relate to best in this story? James? John? The other disciples. Or … Jesus? How many of you thought “James” or “John”? None of you, of course! Well … not so quickly, my friends. Personally, I think we’re ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Focus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers, regardless of their age, to focus on God's characteristics, serve Christ diligently, and live a godly life.

Good morning, family! We're gathered here today to dig deep into the Word of God, to understand how we can focus on God's characteristics, serve Christ as youth, and live a godly life. Our guide today is 1 Timothy 4. You know, Billy Graham once said, "In character-building and in living the ...read more

Topics: Youth, Serve Christ

Equipped #6: Lead With Diligence Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 18, 2025

Leadership has always been essential to God’s kingdom work. When Paul lists the “equipment” in God’s workshop, he includes leadership—with this qualifier: take it seriously.

Equipped to Lead Romans 12:8 (NLT) “...If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously…” Introduction Our text for the past few weeks has been Romans 12:6-8 (NLT) In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well. So if God has given you the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stepping Stones To Faith: Diligence

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008

The sixth sermon of a seven part series, ‘Stepping Stones and Stumbling Blocks to Faith.’ (Mother’s Day 2008)

(Slide 1) Last Sunday during the bridal shower that was held here after worship, I thought that it would be a very helpful thing to have several married men take the groom-to-be out to lunch and share with him some important advice we had learned from our marital experiences. So we did… four ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Church Of God

Serving Your Way Into Destiny Connections Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 11, 2025

Service is not a sign of weakness; it is a divine key to greatness. Many people are waiting for divine helpers to locate them, yet they are unwilling to serve. Joseph’s story teaches us that serving in every season of life—whether in the palace or in the prison—positions us for destiny connections.

SERVING YOUR WAY INTO DESTINY CONNECTIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 40:6-8 "And Joseph came in unto them in the morning, and looked upon them, and, behold, they were sad. And he asked Pharaoh’s officers that were with him in the ward of his lord’s house, saying, Wherefore ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Practical Steps To Serve God With Excellence Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

Excellence in serving God is achieved through deliberate, consistent, and Spirit-led practical steps that align with God’s will.

PRACTICAL STEPS TO SERVE GOD WITH EXCELLENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:23-24 Key Verse: “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Practical Keys To Serving God With Excellence Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

Serving God with excellence requires deliberate commitment, discipline, and an excellent spirit in every area of life and ministry.

PRACTICAL KEYS TO SERVING GOD WITH EXCELLENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 6:1-4 Key Verse: “Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm.” (Daniel 6:3) Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Diligence In Our Christian Living

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Proverbs 13:4 says, "The soul of the sluggard desireth and hath nothing, but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.

Proverbs 13:4 says, "The soul of the sluggard desireth and hath nothing, but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat. The "sluggard" is one who is habitually inactive or lazy. Poverty is the portion of the person who can work but is not willing to do so. There are those in our society who think ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:4

The Good Return For A Diligent Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 28, 2013

Proverbs 27:23-27 portrays the wondrous interplay of diligent work on our part & faithful watch-care [or providence] as God's part. God has placed return in our work but has given man the responsibility to be diligent in order to extract it. Because God'

PROVERBS 27: 23-27 THE GOOD RETURN FOR A DILIGENT LIFE These five verses are a brief lesson on life in an agricultural society. We read of flocks and herds, of hay and tender grass, of mountain herbs, lambs and goats. This cluster represents everyday industry and life in Palestine. We are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

'the Importance Of A Diligent Spirit'

Contributed by James Mcgee on Feb 27, 2008

The importance of maintaining a diligent spirit towards God and His kingdom in our everyday lives.

“ The Importance of Having a Diligent Spirit ” Psalms 119:4 ‘Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently’ 1- The word diligent is a biblical word that is used to express the need to show great care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties in spiritual matters. To be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walk In Holiness, Love And Diligence

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

This involves pleasing God, specifically with our sexuality, giving and attitude towards work.

A. Intro & Conclusion First spoke on 16 Oct 1997 @ B’gate! George Harrison- ‘My sweet Lord…’ going to see him now? • What is the point of your life? Jesus- to bring glory to His Father and save sinners • Are you running slower, as fast or faster than when you began? Jesus -learned obedience, even ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Serving One Another In Love

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025

Serving one another in love is the heartbeat of Christian community. It reflects the nature of Christ, builds unity, and releases God’s power into our midst.

SERVING ONE ANOTHER IN LOVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:13 Supporting Texts: John 13:12-17, Romans 12:10, Philippians 2:3-4, 1 Peter 4:10 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world that often encourages self-centredness, but the kingdom of God calls us to a different lifestyle—one of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13, John 13:12-17, Romans 12:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

To Serve As Jesus Served Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 15, 2017

Jesus shows us sacrificial and eternal love on Maundy Thursday

TO SERVE AS JESUS SERVED John 13:1-17, 31-35 On the evening before He died, Jesus was aware of the shame and agony that awaited him. This night on which Jesus shared Passover with His friends, has come to be marked by the Christian world as ‘Mandatum/Mandate’, or ‘Maundy Thursday’ because Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35

Denomination: Episcopal

To Serve As Jesus Served

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on May 18, 2019

The love that Jesus gives to everyone is one that brings eternal life

John 13:1-17, 31-35 On the evening before He died, Jesus was aware of the shame and agony that awaited him. This night on which Jesus shared Passover with His friends, has come to be marked by the Christian world as ‘Mandatum/Mandate’, or ‘Maundy Thursday’ because Jesus commanded his followers to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-35, John 13:1-17

Denomination: Episcopal

Serving God Faithfully For A Greater Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 9, 2026

This sermon emphasizes the importance of faithful service to God in all areas of life as the foundation for experiencing a greater tomorrow.

SERVING GOD FAITHFULLY FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:23-24 Key Verse:  “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God