Sermons on Serving To The End:

Against Grumbling [revised] Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009

Called to serve, believers cannot afford to have an attitude of complaining or grumbling but it should be one of gratitude and service!

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 31, 2001 Date Edited: May 21, 2003 Date Preached: January 31, 2001 May 21, 2003 Church: BBC (PM) Wed Night OZHBC (PM) Wed Night FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Great Imperatives for the Christian Walk Title: The Imperative Regarding Grumbling Text: Phil ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Laugh

Contributed by James May on Jun 27, 2007

Satan may be laughing when we fall, but we will get the last laugh on him. In the end, we win.

The Last Laugh By Pastor Jim May Tonight I want to begin this message by pointing you to a familiar story in the Book of Joshua. This is a story of one of Israel’s defeats at the hand of their enemy. It wasn’t long after Israel crossed the River Jordan before they ran into their first major ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Speaking The Truth In Love Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2002

Paul’s conflict with Peter serves as a model for dealing with controversy. A look at both the source and soloution to conflict.

Introduction: Two men who lived in a small village got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So they decided to talk to the town sage. The first man went to the sage’s home and told his version of what happened. When he finished, the sage said, "You’re absolutely right." The next ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21, Galatians 2:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Acts Of The Apostles 39 Of 39

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

Even though we come to the final chapter of the book of Acts, we do not come to the end of this book.

WHY DOES THE LORD FINISH THE BOOK OF ACTS WITH NO ENDING? This books is filled with the ACTS of God’s people, and God intends for the church to continue to serve him in this manner. If you remember, in the last sermon we saw Paul on the ship, and a storm came up and every man on board almost ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

You Don't Have To Be A Star To Be In My Show

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2021

Recognition of those who advance the cause of Christ through quiet service within the assembly of the righteous.

“Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus, who risked their necks for my life, to whom not only I give thanks, but all the churches of the Gentiles give thanks as well. Greet also the church in their house. Greet my beloved Epaenetus, who was the first convert to Christ in Asia. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Ready To See Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

Simeon and Anna are people who call us to live lives focussed upon God from beginning to end.

By Rev Bill Stewart Who are your role models in the Christian faith? Just before Christmas I received this card from old friends. I have known Kevin and Audrey for almost twenty years now. They were a great support and encouragement to me when I was at theological college and have continued to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Anglican

The Marks Of A Great Church Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 16, 2007

The Church at Jerusalem serves as a model for every church on what God expects His churches to look like.

Acts 2: 41-47 The Marks of a Great Church The Church at Jerusalem serves as a model for every church on what God expects His churches to look like. The Church at Jerusalem was not seeking after greatness, but she attained it because each member did what God called ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

What He Said Abouty Spiritual Trust Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 24, 2019

We have been entrusted with time and the ability to serve God and we are accountable to do so responsibly.

Series: What He Said Title: What He Said About Our Spiritual Trust Text: Luke 19:11-27 Thesis: We have all been entrusted with time and the ability to serve God! Introduction Last night I watched two episodes of Father Brown on PBS that I have previously watched. Granted I enjoyed them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is Good

Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 9, 2015

Romans 8:28 is often quoted when someone has turmoil in their lives. We may hear it but do we believe it? This sermon looks at the life of Joseph and Paul and disects Romans 8:28

There was a king in Africa who had a faithful servant with a positive attitude about everything that occurred in life. Whether it was good or bad he would always remark, “This is good.” One day the king and his servant were out on a hunting expedition. The servant would load and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Foursquare

We Have A Mission Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 12, 2014

You and I are not here to sit, soak and sour. We are here to serve God and bring others to Jesus NOT because we are told we must but because Jesus loved us enough to die for each of us and we must love Him enough to care and to serve.

Last we looked at our Wake-up call #1 is “We are the Church” Today I want to look at Wake-up Call #2- We have a Mission! When Hudson Taylor was director of the China Inland Mission, he often interviewed candidates for the mission field. On one occasion, he met with a group of applicants ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

Go!

Contributed by Johnny Small on Jul 19, 2003

Christ commands us to go and witness to others. This isn’t optional. Witnessing and serving is commanded of all of us.

Go! A couple of weeks ago I preached a sermon about the three most important words in the Bible. These words are “God so Loved”. Because of these three words, all people, of all colors, of all cultures has the hope of eternal life in Heaven with God our Father, if people will except Christ as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25, Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

God's Great Invitations Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 4, 2011

At the end of the church age are God's invitations for people & churches. (there will be no audio for this message - the recording was messed up)

God’s Great Invitations Revelation 3:19-22 * From 1955-1960 there was a series on TV called “The Millionaire.” The theme of the show was that, each week, a generous multimillionaire would dispatch a messenger to give away a million dollars to some unsuspecting, yet needy person ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Acceptable Motives For Ministry

Contributed by Scott Cox on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION: This morning I want to talk to you about motives, particualarly motives for serving God.

INTRODUCTION: This morning I want to talk to you about motives, particualarly motives for serving God. Many people serve God but not all for the same reasons. We know that there are definitely some reasons for serving God that are unacceptable. Jesus made it clear that striving for position and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-17, 1 Corinthians 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Light A New Fire

Contributed by Mitch Chapman on Jan 4, 2003

Help God’s people find a renewed faith, and begin to serve him in there fresh start.

New Beginnings I. Intro A) Three pastors from different congregations were having lunch and sharing experiences and ideas to help each other out with their different fellowships. After several minutes of animated conversation, the first one remarks, "Hey, you know, we’ve got a serious problem ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem With Sin

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jun 13, 2002

A lesson about the affect of adultery in David’s life, that should serve as a warning today.

THE PROBLEM WITH SIN I/ DAVID’S SIN A. BEGINS WITH IDLENESS: - 2 Samuel 11:1 B. CENTERS AROUND SELF: - 2 Samuel 11:2 C. HAPPENS WHEN MAN FORGETS GOD’S WORD: - 2 Samuel 11:3 D. IS IMPOSSIBLE TO HIDE: - 2 Samuel 11:6-11 E. DRAGS MAN DEEPER INTO MORE SINS - ...read more

Denomination: Baptist