Sermons on Service To Christ:

David In Saul's Service

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 5, 2019

David in Saul's service in 1 Samuel 16:14-23 shows us how the Lord prepared David for his future service.

Scripture Last week we begin a sermon series on “The Life of David.” David’s story begins in 1 Samuel 16, where we read that God sent Samuel to anoint David as the next king of Israel (16:1-13). When Samuel anointed David as the next king over Israel, David was just a young boy, perhaps as young ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Through The Dust: Deacon Ordination Service

Contributed by Richard Sams on Oct 4, 2002

Describes the qualties necessary for the ordination of a deacon.

Deacon Ordination Service “Through the Dust” Sept. 29, 2002 AM Worship For the next 28 days you are being asked to join us in prayer and fasting with the sole desire being that God will not just “show up”, but that He will “show off” in McLean County. On September 18th we embarked on a 40 day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Advent: God's Message Service To The World

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 29, 2009

A very short sermon given at our Advent Carols service attended by lots of visitors. God’s message service to the world is through creation, through the Bible, and through people, but primarily in the person and message of Jesus. PowerPoint also available

(Send me a message via Sermon Central if you would like to see the PowerPoint presentation that went with this short sermon. It contains the 3 photos referred to in the talk, and helps it to be visual and awe-inspiring!) If you are going to send a message to somebody, how do you get the message to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-4

Denomination: Anglican

: What Is The Quality Of Your Service To God?

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on Jul 9, 2018

Service means carrying out duties, being useful for a particular task. God gave everybody special gift that can be referred to as “TALENT” there is nobody that is living without at least one talent. How effectively are you using your God given talents?

AUTHOR: BOLA FOLAKEMI PRAISE TOPIC: WHAT IS THE QUALITY OF YOUR SERVICE TO GOD? TEXT: LUKE 19:13, 1 CORINTHIANS 12:4-6 Service means carrying out duties, being useful for a particular task. God gave everybody special gift that can be referred to as “TALENT” there is nobody that is living ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Baptism Of Jesus - Going Deeper Into Service

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 20, 2007

A short talk encouraging the congregation to see that God wants us to become more like Jesus.

Matthew 3: 13-17 Are there some things that we would never expect the Queen to have to do? I guess we wouldn’t expect her to be on the ‘phone arranging all of her appointments because she has a secretary to do that. If she attends a major engagement – perhaps as the Patron of a charity – and there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Anglican

The God Who Rewards Faithful Service

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 11, 2025

Faithful service to God is never in vain. Even if men fail to appreciate or notice, God sees, remembers, and rewards both in this life and the next.

THE GOD WHO REWARDS FAITHFUL SERVICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 6:10 Supporting Texts: Matthew 25:21, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Galatians 6:9, Colossians 3:23–24 INTRODUCTION: God is a righteous Judge who never overlooks the labor of love His children show in His name. Faithful ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keys To A Wonderful Church Life - Part 2: Service With A Smile! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 26, 2021

God wants us to serve the Lord with gladness. Here's how: 1. We need the right appreciation for everyone (vs. 3-5). 2. We need the right participation from everyone (vs. 6-8). 3. We need the right foundation for everyone (vs. 9).

Keys to a Wonderful Church Life - Part 2: Service with a Smile! The Book of Romans Romans 12:1-9 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared August 26, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Remember that Romans 12 marks a big shift in Paul's letter to the Christians in Rome. In chapters 1-11, Paul spelled out the truth ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond Sunday (Love And Sunday Service) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 26, 2016

Beyond Sunday is about being a person who is after God’s own heart – a person who loves God first and foremost – who places their love relationship number one in their life – the person who does the One Thing – the greatest thing first with God/Jesus love

Beyond Sunday pt. 1 Introduction to Beyond Sunday Series: Our new series is designed and I believe inspired by the Holy Spirit to show how Christianity is not just about going to church on Sunday morning. It’s not about doing good works to get myself into heaven, like going to church every ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul’s Service, Speech, And Stand

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 1, 2022

A song that a lot of churches used to sing a lot, was, “I shall not be moved.”

The chorus of that song goes like this, “I shall not be, I shall not be moved; I shall not be, I shall not be moved: just like a tree that’s planted by the waters, Lord, I shall not be moved.” But the problem with many of the saints of God singing that song is that they are not like a tree planted ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-27

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Service, Speech, And Stand

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 16, 2021

A song that a lot of churches used to sing a lot, was, “I shall not be moved.

The chorus of that song goes like this, “I shall not be, I shall not be moved; I shall not be, I shall not be moved: just like a tree that’s planted by the waters, Lord, I shall not be moved.” But the problem with many of the saints of God singing that song is that they are not like a tree planted ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-27

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Cope With My Own Mortality?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 17, 2010

In the brief moment we call now, we may either accomplish some great thing for the cause of Christ, or we may exist. If we choose the latter, we sacrifice marvellous opportunities to serve with distinction.

“I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Take A Risk Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 5, 2009

As we consider the risks in following Christ, we need to acknowledge that He is the Christ headed for the cross; therefore, it will cost to follow Him, but the risk is worth it, because being with Christ is the only way to live!

A man named Fred inherited a huge land grant, but the will provided that he could choose land in either Chile or Brazil. He chose Brazil. Unhappily, if he had chosen Chile, he would have received his inheritance in land on which they had recently discovered uranium, gold and silver. But he chose ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Deacons: Shared Service In The Local Church

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 12, 2014

A sermon on the role of deacons and their responsibilities.

Deacons: Shared Service in the Local Church Chuck Sligh September 7, 2014 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 6 INTRODUCTION Today we’re going to jump ahead three or four chapters in our study through Acts to introduce our deacon selection process. By the time of Acts 6, the early ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Freedom-Grower: Connecting Through Service Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 16, 2007

Connecting, part 2 of 2. Dave looks at Galatians 5:13-15 and examines the link between freedom and service, encouraging all to get involved in serving at Wildwind and in the community.

The Freedom-Grower: Connecting Through Service Connecting Wildwind Community Church David Flowers 1/14/07 George Bernard Shaw said: "This is the true joy in life - being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one. Being a force of nature, instead of a feverish, selfish little ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Free Methodist

Wedding Service Message: Psalm 127

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Wedding Service Message: Psalm 127 (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Psalm 127 Ill: • A man went to a psychiatrist with a worry problem. • “Every time I get into bed,” he said, “I’m convinced there is somebody under it”. • “I can help”, said the psychiatrist, • “But it will mean a session a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Brethren