Sermons on Shared Ministry:

Expansion

Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Nov 5, 2002

God will expand the ministries within a church, when we allow him to determine the priorities.

EXPANSION fellowship community ¡V 3 Nov 2002 Acts 6:1-7 INTRODUCTION: As we come to God¡¦s precious Word today, I have titled today¡¦s message: ¡§Expansions.¡¨ Now, there are some good types of expansion and some bad. For example, when a business expands that¡¦s a good example, but when my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Power And Wisdom Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 4 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians discussing the enlightening ministry of the Holy Spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit” Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Acts 8 - The Marks Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 22, 2013

A disciple makes himself available to God. He listens to His bidding. A disciple is ready to share Christ.

Acts 6:5 tells us among the seven men elected to “wait on tables” were Stephen and Philip. Both left indelible marks in the history of the first church. Stephen lived a short life, but his sermon and martyrdom impacted Saul’s life, and led to an all-out persecution, which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Compelled By The Presence Of Christ To Swing Into Action Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus taught by example that nothing can bring greater joy to the lives of His disciples, as well as those they minister to, than doing right toward others even if doing so inconveniences the doer.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of ...read more

Paul In Galatia And Phrygia Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 7, 2017

Paul’s third “missionary journey” was a journey only at the beginning and end. For the most part it was an extensive three-year ministry in Ephesus. Luke devoted only one chapter to that ministry, but we know from Paul’s letters that it was a time....

May 21, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.D.1: Paul in Galatia and Phrygia (18:23) Acts 18:23 (KJV) 23 And ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:23

Denomination: Baptist

God Expects His People To Give Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Mar 7, 2016

Sermon Series geared towards a Christian's responsibility to support the ministry of the church through our tithing.

“God Expects His People to Give” Malachi 3: 6-12 February 7, 2016 Intro: A homeless man was looking for a handout one day in a picturesque old English village. He was hungry almost to the point of fainting, when he stopped by a pub called “The Inn of St. George and the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Forever God's Children Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 15, 2018

Message in our exposition of Romans. This message explores chapter 8 focusing on the ministry of the Holy Spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Forever God’s Children” Paul instructed the Galatians concerning a continual internal warfare in every believer. For the flesh sets its desire against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; for these are in opposition to one another, so that you ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Stormbringers Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on May 29, 2010

For Pentecost Sunday, I wanted to share that we still have a responsibility to be empowered and to be evangelizing.

In the film version of Ray Bradbury’s “Something Wicked This Way Comes,” the action starts with a cold October wind blowing through a Midwestern town. Let’s look at the theater film preview of this film and give you an idea of what I’m talking about. The “October ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: *other

What Is Jesus Calling You To Do?

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Aug 13, 2006

We all have the responsibility to live and speak in such a way as to reflect the gospel and sometimes to share it in words.

The calling of the Apostles was a process rather than one decisive event. The event we are looking at today is the third time Jesus has placed a call on their lives. That is not to say that the fishermen ignored the earlier calls. A careful comparison reveals that each call increased in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Mennonite

Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Nov 9, 2006

There can be comfort, even in the brevity of life, by knowing the Lord. [This is as shared at the funeral - names excluded].

ECCLESIASTES 3:1 – 8 [AV] 1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; 3 A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What It Means To Be A Committed Leader

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 10, 2006

There are no insignificant ministries in the church. Every person serving in the church make up a network of volunteers for Jesus.

What It Means to be a Committed Leader I Corinthians 3:5-6 This past week I received the following “Christian One Liners” in an e-mail. Don’t let your worries get the best of you; remember, Moses started out as a basket case. Some people are kind, polite, and sweet-spirited until you try to sit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-6

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Chain Reaction Of Blessings Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Nov 3, 2008

A CHAIN REACTION OF BLESSING FROM REJECTION TO RECEPTION IS IT OUR LIFE MINISTRY TO AROUSE OTHERS TO CHRIST?

ROMANS 11:11 – 24. CHAIN REACTION OF BLESSING. RECAP. 11: 1 -10 PAUL HAS SHOWN US THE TRAGIC CONDITION OF ISRAEL WITH HER UNIQUE PRIVILEGES 9:1-4 YET DISTANT FROM GOD (UNBELIEF). PAUL HAS SHOWN THAT GOD WAS NEITHER UNFAITHFUL TO HIS PROMISES 9:6 OR UNJUST TOWARDS THEM WHEN IT CAME TO ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Church. What Is It Good For? Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 12, 2012

This sermon gives six reasons why church attendance is important

“A member of a certain church, who previously had been attending services regularly, stopped going. After a few weeks, the pastor decided to visit him. It was a chilly evening. The pastor found the man at home alone, sitting before a blazing fire. Guessing the reason for his pastor’s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Foursquare

Go! Demons Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jun 13, 2013

The Lordship and Deity of Jesus are demonstrated in curing the Demon-possessed, as well as the promise of future judgment upon devils and deniers of the Lord Jesus Christ.

“Go! Demons!” Matthew 8:28-34 We continue to look at the miracles and ministry of Jesus according to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

Are Christians Still Sinners, But Saved By Grace? Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 8, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, James 2:26, 1 Thessalonians 5:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational