Sermons on Serving The Lord In Obscurity:

Surrendering PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' humility and sacrificial service, encouraging believers to emulate His example by prioritizing others and surrendering to God's will.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Today, we gather here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters united in Christ. We gather to share in the Word, to drink from the wellspring of divine wisdom, and to nourish our souls with the eternal truths of our Savior, Jesus Christ. In the book of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-9

Topics: Serving, Surrendering

Day Of Decision

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016

Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

DAY OF DECISION Hebrews 11:24-27 INTRODUCTION: Matthew 6:24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. Joshua 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

"Shout For Joy!!!"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 15, 2018

A sermon for Thanksgiving.

“Shout for Joy!!!” Psalm 100 A year ago, this past March, a couple of guys and I at East Ridge United Methodist Church, felt the call to start a Food Pantry. All we had to work with was $2,500. A year later, my buddy and I were walking through the Food Pantry. There were hundreds of people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

The Choice Is Yours PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Highlight the power of choice, the consequences of our decisions, and the blessings that come from choosing to serve God, as exemplified in the story of Esther.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to dive into a passage in the book of Esther, a passage that speaks to us about the power of choice, the consequences of those choices, and the blessings that come when we choose to serve God. Chuck Swindoll once said, "We are faced with a series of great ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:10-16

Topics: Choosing, Serving

Game Day - Pt. 4 - 2 Minute Warning Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 8, 2018

The game is decided by those who get in the game, not by those who sit in the stands! It is Game Day. Are you on the field?

The 2 Minute Warning I. Introduction As much work, energy, effort and sweat that has been invested into a game it is inevitable. It is just a matter of time. The clock will run down. Time is ticking down. 2 minutes are left. Execution must now tighten. Everyone’s best effort must be given. The ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35, Ephesians 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"bening A Servant"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 8, 2019

The message is being a servant by treasuring the moment, putting priorities in order, and knowing the richness of Christ.

John 12:1-8 • Mary, is the sister of Lazarus and Martha, they are dining at Simeon the Lepers House • During a dinner in their home with Jesus and the disciples as guests, Mary anoints Jesus' feet with "a pound of ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Looking Out PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Understand and emulate Christ's humility, valuing others above ourselves and serving with selfless love.

Hello, family! Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's near and dear to the heart of our Savior: humility. One of my favorite quotes on this topic comes from C.S. Lewis, "Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it's thinking of yourself less." Powerful stuff, right? It's a mind shift, a way ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Topics: Serve, Humility

Come This Far By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2023

This sermon explores the power of unwavering faith, steadfast service, and fulfilled gospel promises, encouraging believers to persevere in faith. Key

Beloved congregation, we are gathered here today beneath the shadow of His wings, in the sanctuary of His love, and in the fellowship of His grace. We are here, not as strangers in the land, but as sons and daughters of the living God—knitted together by the thread of His mercy, bound by the cord ...read more

Topics: Serving, Well

A Life Of Grace And Service PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024

Encourages Christians to embrace the joy of giving generously, reflecting Christ's love and service, as a fundamental aspect of their faith.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to see all of you gathered here today, ready to receive the nourishing word of our Lord. I trust that you all come with hearts open, ready to be filled with the divine wisdom that only our God can provide. We are gathered here today to talk about ...read more

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

Topics: Giving, Serving

Game Day - Pt. 3 - Play Book Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 8, 2018

The game is decided by those who get in the game, not by those who sit in the stands! It is Game Day. Are you on the field?

Play Book I. Introduction Everyone who has practiced and prepared is in the game. The draft secured the needed components so perceived weaknesses have been eliminated. The crowd rises in anticipation. The whistle blows and the clock starts to tick. It is game day. The game has started. You can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Something: Get Ignited And Go Light Your World

Contributed by C Jordan on Feb 11, 2015

We need to get ignited with the fire of God before we can go light our world!

DO SOMETHING #4: GET IGNITED AND GO LIGHT YOUR WORLD SUPERBOWL SUNDAY ILLUSTRATION: Ray had rushed down to the local supermarket to pick up some hamburger rolls, chips and drinks. The big game was going to be on, so he was having a few friends over to watch it. The store was loaded with shoppers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: *other

Purpose Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 4, 2019

Fear will keep the church for being what we are called to be

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Fear, fear can do some bad things to us. • In the first inaugural address in 1933, Franklin Roosevelt said, “First of all, let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is…fear itself — nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"I Must Continuse Today, Tommorrow, And The Next Day"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 20, 2016

The message shares with us what we must continue doing despite deceptions, despite attacks of adversaries, despite our fates, and despite hostile areas.

Luke 13:31-34 “I Must continue today, tomorrow and the next day” 1. Jesus Must continue today, tomorrow and the next day despite the deception • 31 The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying unto him, Get thee out, and depart hence: for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-34

Denomination: Methodist

Serving In Humility - 2nd String Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 20, 2010

Regardless of position or task, our service to God is important to God's Kingdom. So often we relate importance and significance to the height of the position or the enormity of the task, but we should be willing to serve IN humility and do any and every

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: August 20, 2010 Date Preached: August 22, 2010 Church: OPBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Recognizing and Responding to the Living Word Title: Serving With Humility (2nd String) Text: John 1:19-32 ETS: John the Baptist realized who he was and he was not ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-32

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Shadow Of Another Star

Contributed by John Perry on Jul 4, 2011

This world is full of people who are loaded with talent. It can make you feel at times as though your life adds up to very little. But the truth is that even though we may feel as we are 'outshone' God wants us to master the art of 'Living in the shadow o

Bunbury Wed pm 29/06/2011 “Living in the shadow of another star” Intro: One of the hardest things to do in all of life is to live in the shadow of another person. Each & every one of us want to feel as though we are seen / recognised for the merit of our own abilities / talents & ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:15-25

Denomination: Pentecostal