Sermons on Serving Faithfully:

Advancing In The Midst Of Adversity Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

The difficulties associated with our modern day are reaching new levels of intensity. The majority is not interested in the Word or worship. As difficult as it may be, we remain obligated to serve the Lord and reach others. We can advance for Christ.

Advancing in the Midst of Adversity 1 John 2: 24-29 Take a moment to consider the great challenges John spoke of in our last study. He warned the spirit of antichrist was already among us, seeking to undermine the church and hinder her ministry. He reminds us that we are living in the last time, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Living With One Foot In Eternity Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 24, 2017

In Paul's "to live is Christ, to die is gain," we learn a new boldness, a singlemindedness, and a fearless approach to death when God brings it. We can serve God fully with yearning expectation for the life to come.

Philippians 1:21-26 Living with One Foot in Eternity Over the next four weeks, we’ll look at the tiny New Testament book of Philippians. It’s actually a letter the Apostle Paul wrote around 61 AD to the church in Philippi. Paul wrote from prison in Rome, probably during his first imprisonment, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Sardis—wake Up! Church…

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 19, 2021

These warnings in Revelation 2 and 3, serve generally as a wakeup call. A call to attention, A call to leave nothing undone, A call to carry God’s gospel with firsthand experience and knowledge of the gospels ability to do whatever is needed!

Sardis—Wake Up! Church… Revelation 3:1-6NIV We begin by reading prayerfully the same scriptures in Revelation 1. First, Revelation 1:1-3NIV The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants—things which must shortly take place. And He sent and signified it by His angel to His ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, Lamentations 3:21-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Witnesses

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 3, 2021

The following sermon is going to review three witnesses of Christ’s resurrection and suggest that celebrating His lordship, removing all doubts, and a restoration and a renewed desire to serve Him are but just three wonderful ways to celebrate Easter!

The Witnesses John 20:11-18, 24-29, 21:15-17 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 There have been some amazing accomplishments over the course of human history. To the vast splendor of Pharoah Khufu’s (2540 BCE) Great Pyramid of Giza that was the tallest structure for ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18, John 20:24-29, John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Emitting The Fragrance Of Life

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 21, 2022

Believers should serve as the aromatherapy of life to the world, emitting the grace-filled fragrance of life in Christ. Those who have received life and salvation in Jesus must be willing to share that life with others in both word and deed.

On March 15, 2005, Philadelphia NBC News Channel 10 published an article with the following headline: “Couple Sells Candles That Smell Like Jesus.” I want to share a small snippet of what the article announced: “Now there’s a candle that lets you experience the scent of Jesus, and they’ve been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: An Example Of Salvation Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jul 17, 2021

Joseph, serving as Jesus’ earthly father figure, was an exemplary father. He was not only an excellent role model for his son, but within Joseph lies a certain character trait, which just happens to be Jesus’ strongest attribute.

The Christian singer Michael Card wrote a piece entitled Joseph’s Song. To begin this morning, I am going to read a few lines from this song. Listen closely, and from what you know about Joseph from the Bible, think about whether these words could have come from Joseph’s own heart: Lord I know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Four Heartbeats Of Life Matthew 13: 1-11

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on May 25, 2020

This message is corresponding to this parable told by Jesus. A timely but important lesson especially for our brothers and sisters who serve our Lord and Savior. In this life, we are plagued with the various journeys we all face in our lifetimes.

Here Jesus tells us that are four types of hearts that will believe and receive The Word of God in this life. Three of the ways is the dangerous way while one is better than the other three types of heart we will look at in this message. First, Jesus is talking to the ones with: I.THE HARD ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Out Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Josh Brown on Sep 13, 2020

Our mission, our calling in this world is to show an unbelieving world what God is like. One of the simplest ways to do this is to serve others selflessly out of love and compassion all while pointing people back to the Father.

Slide Introduction Welcome, welcome, welcome-I’m so glad you could join us from where ever you find yourself. I would love to start our morning off by asking you this question-What is the strangest, weirdest, maybe even the scariest dream you’ve ever had? Think about that for a moment-What is ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Old And The New

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 28, 2015

Those who would serve the interests of God can do so by giving expression to joy in their lives. Those who feel God’s love have much to offer the hurting and disconnected in our world.

We all have certain core traditions and beliefs that are important to us. They make us who we are, they define our own behaviours and the way we think other people should behave. That is what lies behind the Gospel passage from Mark that we heard a few minutes ago. As usual, the Pharisees and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Anglican

Why Did God Choose The Shepherds? Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 11, 2025

Time and time again in the Scriptures, we see that God chooses the most unlikely candidates to serve him - David the shepherd to be king, fishermen to be apostles, and in this passage, the lowly shepherds to be the first to meet the newborn Christ child. Why?

One of the things I enjoy most about Biblical narrative—that is, the historical accounts in the Old and New Testament—is how often God does something completely unexpected. These can be surprising, or revealing, or thought-provoking. And sometimes they’re quite funny, as when God gave Balaam’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

He's My King Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 24, 2024

Psalm 47's theme is clear: God is our King. Today, as we dive into this Psalm, we’ll examine it from several angles, exploring what it means to serve and worship God as our King.

He’s My King! Psalm 47 Introduction: Psalm 47 = beautiful hymn of praise – 9 verses long. Theme = God is our King (v.6) – “King” = 3x’s [vv.2,6,7] Don’t know the name of the human writer or penman but we do know from its divinely inspired title… song was delivered to “The chief musician” = led ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Christian Community

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2024

It’s easy to get proud. It’s easy to want to show off. It's too common in the church. Instead, let’s choose to be very humble, serving each other gently.

I’ve been wrestling with God lately on some things, battling depression, anxiety, even questioning God, his will and purposes. And I’m so grateful for my wife who has been there day in and day out challenging my poor thinking patterns. Reciting God’s word to me. She brings the truth up, and just ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:20, Romans 12:4-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

The God Who Stands In The Fire Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 4, 2025

The God we serve is not a distant observer when we go through life’s fires. He is Immanuel—God with us. His presence does not always stop the fire from burning, but it ensures that we are not consumed.

THE GOD WHO STANDS IN THE FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 3:16-27 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 91:15, Hebrews 13:5, 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, Romans 8:35-39 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with fiery trials—situations that test our faith, challenge our resolve, and stretch our ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Of The Living Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025

We serve the God of the living—a God who is active, powerful, and present. He breathes life where there is death, hope where there is despair, and revival where there is dryness. No situation is beyond His power to restore and revive.

GOD OF THE LIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 22:31-32 Supporting Texts: Luke 20:37-38, Romans 6:9-11, John 11:25-26, Hebrews 11:17-19, Exodus 3:6 INTRODUCTION: Many view God only in the context of ancient history or spiritual rituals, but the Scripture declares clearly that He is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:31-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Post Spiritual High Syndrome Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 1, 2019

We all have times in life when we have had a spiritual high. Invariably the high is followed by challenges that lead to frustration and frustration that leads to distraction. This distraction can lead us away from serving God in full strength. That is the definition of Post-Spiritual High Syndrome.

Jexit - Judah Comes Home Post Spiritual High Syndrome Ezra 4:1-5 In your life, most of us, maybe not all of us, have gone through this experience is what I call the Post-Spiritual-High-Syndrome. Ok … so this isn’t a technical description … but it is a legitimate experience It happened to ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 4:1-5, 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Baptist