Sermons on Service Avenue:

Sanctified For Service

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 18, 2007

Transition: The process of bringing the anointing of God into reality is called sanctification, the act of separating from the world and being set apart to serve God.

Sanctified for Service What to Expect from the Moment You Accept God’s Call to Enter the Priesthood of Believers. Rev. Sean Lester Sun., May 18, 2003 Text: Hebrews 5:7-8 During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, he offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the one who ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Graveside Service

Contributed by Dan Brown on Feb 8, 2007

This is a short graveside message for the family of the deceased using the Lord’s prayer as the text.

Graveside Service Met w/ some of you & asked about some of George’s favorite Scripture passages, one that you mentioned was the Lord’s Prayer. Matt. 6:9-13 This morning share a words of comfort we can take from X’s prayer. 1-Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. -Christ begins his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: *other

Memorial Service

Contributed by Dan Brown on Feb 8, 2007

A Memorial Service for an older believer in our congretation. The text the family asked for was the 23rd Psalm.

Memorial Service-1/27/07 Opening Remarks & Prayer Read Obituary/Letters from family members Hymn (In the Garden) Message-Psalm 23 One of George’s favorite passages from the Bible is Psalm 23. In Psalm 23 we see the image of the Lord being our shepherd in both the peaceful days and in the difficult ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: *other

In The Service Of The King

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Feb 19, 2007

Exposition of Col. 1:24-29

Exactly what does it mean to serve the Lord? It was after one of those long sermons that seem to last forever that a father and his son were walking toward the door when the boy stopped in front of a plaque in the foyer. The little boy pointed and asked, “Daddy, what’s this for?” His father ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Impact Of Service

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 9, 2007

Service is what we are designed for and there are at least 4 issues surrounding our service.

The Impact of Service Matthew 20:20-28 > Reaching the end of a job interview, the human resources person asked a young engineer fresh out of MIT what kind of a salary he was looking for. “In the neighborhood of $140,000 a year, depending on the benefits package.” “Well, what would you say to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Structured For Service Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 15, 2007

In 2004 we began a reorganization process in our church. We are moving to become a “Purpose Driven Church”. This sermon is designed to help the congregation understand our structure and functions. This sermon is for a unique situation.

Structured For Service “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words.” Several months ago I was trying to grasp how our church is organized. How it is to operate. How it is structured. I had a copy of our by-laws in front of me and started drawing a diagram of how our church maintenance is to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Memorial Service

Contributed by William Beard on May 22, 2007

Funeral Service for a Christian Lady

Memorial Service For Cecelia Holland Morrell April 27, 2007 (55 year old Christian lady) John 14:1-6 14:1 "Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 "In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Devotion And Service Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 6, 2012

In this brief study we will take a walk through the book of Acts highlighting some of the more significant verses and ideas presented by Luke. I have drawn some material from "Act Normal" by Scott Wilson.

Acts Pt4- Devotion and Service Opening Comments P Tony, K Malone, P Mario- challenged us- offerings. Review/Recap Gospel of Luke, Acts- both written by Luke- Luke- living picture of Christ as seen in history Acts- picture of work of HS- Jerusalem/nations. Acts- beginning of the life/mission of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

Service Gifts Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 16, 2012

A study of the service gifts with which God equips His Church.

Text: Rom 12:7-8, Title: Hands and Feet, Date/Place: NRBC, 12.4.11, AM Opening illustration: heard of the church that gave new members 9 weeks to find a “ministry” or they told them that they would probably fit better at another church where they could do nothing…Or the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful Service

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Dec 6, 2011

A Veteran's Day Message -- understanding what it means to serve God with extraordinary faith and courage by encouraging others.

INTRO: THE STORY OF THE FOUR CHAPLAINS This morning, I’d thought it be good to honor our veterans, and to look at veteran of the faith who served so that others could live. Now, to all you who’ve given so much for this country and for our freedoms —Thank you! It is in that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Graveside Service

Contributed by Jerry Stephens on Aug 8, 2011

Graveside service for a believer or non-believing person.

We are here today to remember the life of Brett Legna. Let’s begin with a brief prayer. If you know it please say it along with me: Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Vineyard

Priest's Services

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 14, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a priest? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the priest's services. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 23:13 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) The sons of Amram were Aaron and Moses. Aaron

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a priest? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the priest's services. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 23:13 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) The sons of Amram were Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart to dedicate the most ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 23:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Funeral Service

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

A funeral service.

Order of Server: Eulogy Song (Amazing Grace) Scripture Reading (Psalm 90:10; Isaiah 40:28-31) Song (I Call it Home) Message (“My Story”) Song (Old Ship of Zion) Benediction (Prayer) Graveside Message: My Story: The Psalmist said in chapter 30 and verse 5, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cost Of Service Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 18, 2013

Don't let ridicule, rejection or even death stop you from serving Christ, because in the end it is the only way to live!

Linda, who teaches first grade in Dallas Texas, has an interesting job, especially when it comes to helping children adjust to their first whole day of school. Little Ryan was used to going home at noon in kindergarten; so when it was time to go to lunch with the rest of the class, he got his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Communion Service Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Nov 27, 2012

This is a liturgical communion service integrating worship, scripture readings, and short sermons.

Call to Worship: Psalm 15 (responsive) 1 Who may worship in your sanctuary, LORD? Who may enter your presence on your holy hill? 2 Those who lead blameless lives and do what is right, speaking the truth from sincere hearts. 3 Those who refuse to gossip or harm their neighbors or ...read more

Denomination: Baptist