Sermons on Serving The Church: showing 586-600 of 162,501

Saving Grace, Serving Grace

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 11, 2003

God’s grace is sufficient to save, and to empower us to work in His service.

SAVING GRACE, SERVING GRACE Ephesians 2:8-10 By Kenny McKinley (Read Text) Now, if you will turn with me in your Bibles to the book of Romans, chapter 3 and follow along as I read, beginning in verse 9 (read Rom. 3:9-18). In these verses Paul is speaking about all of humanity, he says that we ALL ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10, 2 Samuel 9:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finding Joy In Serving Christ Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 9, 2007

Last words are usually sad, but Paul’s last words, although serious, have an attitude of joy. The key to living for Christ with joy, is knowing how to die for Christ. In our text today, Paul is showing us how to die by giving us his view of death

Finding Joy in Serving Christ II Timothy 4:6-7 Purpose: To explain why Paul had been so successful in serving Christ. Aim: I want the listener to think more about being with Christ than they do about the hardships of serving Christ. INTRODUCTION: The key to living for Christ with joy, is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Choose Who You Will Serve Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 25, 2016

In the New Testament the word Disciple is used to describe the people who are committed to following Jesus Christ. To be a true disciple of Jesus requires real commitment.

So, my first sermon of 2016, let’s start with a question: Does life get in the way, or do you let life get in the way? I sit in church and I listen to the message, sometimes I enjoy it, sometimes I find it boring. I love to hear of the miracles that Jesus did and I love to hear about ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Serving God In Difficult Times Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 30, 2023

Paul set us a good example of serving God through his afflictions, with fortitude and with integrity.

It is amazing and beautiful to see how Paul comes to know God and experience Him as the God of all comfort despite his trials and tribulations. • Most people would complain about their sufferings and question God. “Why me?” and “What this?” when we have been serving Him so faithfully? • Some may ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3, 2 Corinthians 2:1-5, 2 Corinthians 7:5-9, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Anointing Of God For Serving Others

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 3, 2020

This is a detailed Multi-Part series on why the daily anointing of God is vital to the Born-Again Christian.

The word “anointing” is one of the most misunderstood and misused words in the church. It is often taught as if the anointing is something that people can “feel” when the “anointing” is in the room. People go to “spiritual” teachers who have declared they have a special “anointing” and, therefore, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:17-18, Galatians 5:1-2, Matthew 11:28-30, Zechariah 4:6, Matthew 3:16-17, 1 Chronicles 16:19-22, Matthew 3:11, Exodus 30:22-33, Psalm 92:10-15, Psalm 89:20-29, Deuteronomy 28:47-51, Isaiah 10:27, Psalm 23:5-6, Matthew 24:3-6, John 6:63, Luke 4:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serve God Without Worry Series

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Oct 27, 2007

This is a study on the Sermon on the Mount. This is the 10th sermon in the series.

Sermon on the Mount Pt 10 Serve God without Worry Matthew 6:24-34 No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon. [25] Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

Spies Who Stayed To Serve

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 28, 2009

For deacon ordination: deacons are like spies, of whom the world is suspicious; but we win their confidence by serving them.

Agent Double-Oh-Seven has it all. Movie buffs know that when you hear him intone his introduction, "Bond, James Bond", you are in for another adventure, during which this intrepid spy will single-handedly defeat the enemy, win the affections of three or four women, line his pockets with money, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Commanded To Love - Commissioned To Serve

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Feb 26, 2007

We will discover as we examine our text tonight that Jesus not only gives His disciples a commandment but He also commissions them for service.

COMMANDED TO LOVE COMMISSIONED TO SERVE Preached by Rev. Kelvin L. Parks at Greater Faith Church-Baptist, Waukegan, Illinois on Wednesday, 21 February 2007 John 15:12-17 (v.12) This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. (v.13) Greater love hath no man than ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Serving God Requires Courage

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 5, 2021

As we look at the life of Elijah, I think we will see a resemblance of what he went through and what we go through today as we serve our Savior.

If you've been with us for the past 7 weeks then you know that we took a journey to visit the seven churches that Jesus wrote letters to in the Book of Revelation. We found that those messages still apply to our individual lives and our churches today. Now we're going to change gears for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-33, 1 Kings 17:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Whom Do We Serve

Contributed by John Vella on Jan 31, 2007

We need to be aware to whom we are giving our lives.

Third Sunday of Easter - Year C April 22nd, 2007 Readings: * Acts 5:12 - 16 * Rev. 1:9 - 11a, 12-13, 17-19 * Jn. 20:19-31 Whom Do We Serve? God Or Humans? In our reading from the Acts of the Apostles, we hear Peter saying these words: "We must obey God rather than any human authority". If we ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

Teaching Others How To Serve

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 4, 2022

Let’s not be the hindrance to someone not advancing in what God has called them to do. Let’s be encouragers and take the time to mentor others so that they can be the leaders of tomorrow.

We have been involved in the prophet Elijah's life for some time now. We've been talking about living outside our comfort zone by serving God in different ways. We have discussed serving God with courage, serving God with trust, serving God through our prayers, serving God with our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21, 2 Kings 2:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Loving And Serving One Another

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 17, 2003

This sermon examines common quotes from those who do not serve others in contrast to quotes from those who do serve. Everyone has an excuse, but hose who choose to serve are empowered to do so.

Loving & Serving One Another 5-5-02 Intro: Text: Gal. 5:13 (Ampl) “For you, brethren, were [indeed] called to freedom; only [do not let your] freedom be an incentive to your flesh and an opportunity or excuse [for selfishness] but through love you should serve one another.” 1. Like no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-31, Galatians 5:13

Denomination: Charismatic

Now Is The Time To Serve The Lord! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 20, 2020

Now is the time to serve the Lord... 1. Because our lives are speeding by (vs. 12). 2. Because God's Light is still shining (vs. 12-16). 3. Because God wants more people to be saved (vs. 16). 4. Because the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand (vs. 17).

Now Is the Time to Serve the Lord! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 4:12-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Prepared November 20, 2020 BACKGROUND *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 4. Last time in vs. 1-11, we looked at the temptation of Jesus Christ, but there is a big jump forward in tonight's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Because Serving Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010

CELEBRATE A WONDERFUL LIFE AT CHRISTMAS KNOWING THAT SERVING MAKES A DIFFERENCE.

It's a Wonderful Life Rediscovering it this Advent Season Because Serving Makes a Difference 2nd Sunday of Advent 12/7/08 INTRODUCTION What do you think of when you hear the word service? Military? Waitress? Tennis? Tea Service? Car Service? Church Service? This Christmas I want to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How To Have Joy In Serving Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Beginning the series in James we focus on the Joy of Serving. James the half brother of Jesus leads the way as a joyful servant

HOW TO HAVE JOY IN SERVING James 1:1-4 (NASB) (1) James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad, greetings. {2} Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, {3} knowing that the testing of your faith produces ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: *other