Sermons on Service In The Vineyard:

Service

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Aug 5, 2001

What does it mean to serve as Christ did?

If I were to ask you to describe yourself in one word; if I were to ask what one adjective best sums up your identity, what would you say? If you met someone for the first time, and they asked, "What are you?" how would you answer? What single term would you give in response to that question? You ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Service Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Aug 1, 2009

If you’re facing tough times today take comfort in realizing God can use you best when you are weakest.

I walked into the Mac’s store, picked up my items and went to the counter. The clerk, male, about 18, was reading a magazine. I stood at the counter for 20 seconds or so when he finally sauntered from against the wall toward the cash register, punched on the keypad, took my cash, gave me my change ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8, Philippians 2:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

Service Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Jan 20, 2010

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see the Apostle Paul, who wrote the text we’ll be examining, sharing w/believers what God has in mind for His followers to do.

Intro: A 200 year old church was getting prepared for their anniversary celebration when calamity struck. The bell ringer was called out of town. The sexton at the church immediately advertised for a bell ringer to fill in. When the replacement arrived, the sexton took him to the steps leading ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Service Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 20, 2010

The disciples didn’t understand he was calling them to be servants. You remember that just prior to coming to Jerusalem, Jesus had caught the disciples arguing over who was going to get the seat of honor and authority at the side of Jesus. Jesus knew if t

The Amazing Race: Service John 13:2-17 Jim White tells the story of Pauline spending four months in Portugal. While there, she felt like God wanted her to teach a ladies’ bible study on Wednesday mornings. After awhile, she sensed they should begin feeding the poor. Pauline and the other ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Service Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God created us to serve others and fulfill His plan for our lives. We can make a difference wherever we are because God is faithful and provides us with opportunities and resources.

Today, we're gonna chat about helping others. God's got a plan for us, and it's all about serving the people around us. Imagine you're at a restaurant, and you've just finished a huge meal. You're stuffed, but then the waiter brings out a dessert menu. You see your favorite dessert, and even though ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Matthew 20:28

Topics: Faith, Spiritual Growth, Bible Study, Prayer Life

Service PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of following Jesus' example of selfless service, as we are called to serve others with love, humility, and compassion, trusting that God will equip us for this calling.

Good morning, family! Today, we're going to dive into the heart of what it means to follow Jesus by looking at the example He set for us in serving others. Our main focus will be on Mark 10:45, but we'll also be exploring the call to serve others and the rewards that come with it. To kick things ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45

Topics: Service

Service PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the importance of prioritizing service in our lives, following Jesus' example, and understanding the rewards that come from a heart of genuine service.

Good morning, Church! I hope you all are ready for a powerful message today that will transform the way we think about service in our daily lives. We'll be diving into a familiar passage from the Gospel of Luke, chapter 10, verses 38 through 41. As we explore this passage, we'll be focusing on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-41

Topics: Sitting, Jesus

Characters PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of integrity, honesty, and respect for others' property rights, as demonstrated in the story of King Ahab, Naboth, and God's role in property rights.

Good morning, church family! Today, we'll be diving into a story that might be familiar to some of you, but one that still has a lot to teach us about character and how we interact with others. Before we dive into the text, I'd like to share a quote from C.S. Lewis, who once wrote, "Integrity is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-16

Topics: Vineyard

Self Service Or In His Service

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 21, 2021

Jesus did not tell us to do anything that He did not do Himself when He told us to love one another in His service. Jesus led His disciples by example.

SELF SERVICE OR IN HIS SERVICE Text: John 13: 1-17 John 13:1-17  Now before the festival of the Passover, Jesus knew that his hour had come to depart from this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end.  (2)  The devil had ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Shaped For Service Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 2, 2004

Paul highlighted a few facts: (1) our contribution in ministry is critical (you are saved to serve), and (2) each contribution is unique (you are shaped for a purpose).

Paul says we are ONLY SERVANTS... God is working in our world today, through you and me. • we are simply His servants. • Some plants, some waters, God brings the growth. • We may be doing different things, but we have ONE purpose - to work well • We are God’s fellow workers All of us will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Blessing Of Working For The Vineyard Owner

Contributed by Brian William on Nov 10, 2005

Serving in the vineyard of God’s Kingdom is a true blessing because the work is done with the confidence that God’s reward awaits at the end of the day.

Every morning they line up on the streets – dozens of people outside the temporary services agencies in Chicago. They’re lined up at 6:00 am each morning looking for a job, but these agencies won’t find jobs for them. They’ll only find them work to do – work for one day. By 7:00 am, over 100 of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Isaiah .. In The Past And Today

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Nov 30, 2021

What are some of the lessons we learn from Isaiah? Are you aware of the value The MOST HIGH has placed on you as HIS servant?

Isaiah .. in the past and today Prophet Isaiah is a well known figure and recognized prophet, a servant of The MOST HIGH. His legacy lives on centuries after his death, much beloved and admired. Almost everywhere you go, you will meet an Isaiah named after this beloved servant of The MOST HIGH. ...read more

The Place Of Service

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 27, 2025

The place of service is a place of honour, blessings, and spiritual fulfilment. God does not call people to sit on the sidelines; He calls them to serve. Whether in the church, in our communities, or in our daily lives, we must be willing to serve with humility, diligence, and commitment.

THE PLACE OF SERVICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 20:26-28 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1, Galatians 5:13, Colossians 3:23-24, 1 Peter 4:10, John 12:26 INTRODUCTION Service is at the heart of the Christian life. Jesus Christ, our perfect example, did not come to be served but to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:26-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Six Informative Vineyards Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 19, 2022

From drunkenness in a vineyard, to murder by lust in a vineyard, and great failure in another vineyard; restitution in vineyards, and vineyards for the poor - these are considered in this message. Taking vineyards by greed, and abiding in the Vine in another vineyard - it is here.

SIX INFORMATIVE VINEYARDS OF SCRIPTURE VINEYARD NUMBER ONE:- THE VINEYARD OF HUMAN FAILURE {{Genesis 9:20-24 “Then Noah began farming and planted a vineyard Gen 9:21 and he drank of the wine and became drunk and uncovered himself inside his tent. Gen 9:22 Ham, the father of Canaan, saw the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:20-24, Genesis 9:1-17, Isaiah 5:1-7, 1 Kings 21:1-16, James 1:14-15, Exodus 22:5, Leviticus 19:9-10, Nehemiah 5:1-7, John 15:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Service Challenge

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 6, 2020

Joshua challenges the Israelites to serve the LORD - the Jealous God.

2.9.20 Joshua 24:14-24 14 “Now fear the LORD and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your forefathers worshiped beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD. 15 But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24

Denomination: Lutheran