Sermons on Shared Ministry:

How To Work Together In Ministry

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Jan 12, 2009

Message looks at quality friends and how Paul coveted his ministry with Timothy and Ephraditus

How to work together in ministry We have been studying the book of Philippians the last two months. The theme of Philippians is a joy filled life. The word joy is mentioned 17 times in this book. In Philippians Paul gives examples of what it means to be a humble joy filled servant. First he gives ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Paul's Understanding Of The Ministry Of The Church Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 14, 2004

The 5th message of 13 in an expository series on the book of Colossians.

Paul’s Understanding of the Ministry of the Church Colossians 1:23b-29 23bThis is the gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant. 24Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Begins His Ministry Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 9, 2002

Jesus begins proclaiming the Kingdom of God and calls a group of disciples to join him in brining people into God’sd Kingdom

Today we continue with our study of the first few chapters of Matthew’s gospel, looking today at the beginning of Jesus’ public Ministry. Remember that Jesus has been baptised by John in the River Jordan, probably somewhere near Jerusalem. There he’s heard God’s voice affirming his identity as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25

Denomination: Anglican

The Holy Spirit's Ministry To The World

Contributed by Galen Hackman on Jun 5, 2007

What can we expect from the Holy Spirit as he ministers to the world of unbeleivers?

The Holy Spirit’s Ministry to the World John 16:7-11 To begin this discussion of the role of the Holy Spirit to the world at large, I want to begin with the most basic of all truths. It comes to us from the dialog of Jesus with Nicodemus in John 3, and it is verses 16 and 17. John 3:16-17 16 For ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Brethren

The Conclusion: Affirming The Ministry Of Others. Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

Martin Luther Romans the greatest book in the New Testament.

Martin Luther “Romans the greatest book in the New Testament.” Paul’s Commendation: Vs. 1-2 Question: What can we say about Phoebe? Paul Says Three Things: I commend you. – Means to approve. I affirm your ministry. You have the gift of leadership. Question: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Evaluating Your Ministry Mindset Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 9, 2014

A sermon examining the primary focus of our ministry.

Evaluating Your Ministry Mindset Galatians 2:1-10 After a town-wide revival had concluded, three pastors were discussing the results with one another. The Methodist minister said, “The revival worked out great for us! We gained four new families.” The Presbyterian preacher said, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping The Right Perspective In Ministry Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 23, 2023

We serve the Lord faithfully, always looking up to the God who leads us, trusting Christ who alone saves, and relying on the Holy Spirit to transform lives.

2 Cor 2:12-3:6 KEEPING THE RIGHT PERSPECTIVE IN MINISTRY Paul arrives at Macedonia from Troas, not in the best of spirits, saying “his spirit was not at rest.” (13) • He was troubled by the painful letter he has written to the church in Corinth, and now awaiting for Titus to return with an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Making The Most Of Our Ministry” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 3, 2019

How Paul made the most of his call to minimstry is a good example for us to follow in fulfilling our God-given ministry calling.

“And say to Archippus, ‘See to it that you fulfill [carefully the duties of] the ministry which you have received in the Lord.’” - Colossians 4:17 (Amplified) Every Child of God is called to full time ministry. We saw that last week as we considered Ephesians 2:10: “For we are His workmanship ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

One Day In The Ministry Of Jesus

Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 14, 2004

A sermon using Mark’s account of one day in Jesus’ life. Leans on Sermon CEntral resources - but has sufficient new insights to contribute. Preached well!

Lately on the Television and radio there has been the typical commercials for singers trying to sell their CD’s and tapes.Among them is an advertisement for the Jamie Kennedy rendition of the song – “What a difference a day makes.”The line got me to thinking and I got thinking about the life of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

One In Ministry To All ~ Calling Series

Contributed by Ava Ch on May 25, 2025

This is the third and final sermon in the One Cord series, which has three strands. I asked people to write their commitment or prayer for the church on paper and tie them together, like a commitment wall.

TRADITIONAL SERMON Today, we gather for the final message in our stewardship series: Commitment Sunday. Over these weeks, we have explored what it means to be one with Christ, one with Each Other, and one in Ministry to All. This is not merely the end of a series. It is the beginning of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-9, 1 Peter 3:15, Matthew 5:13-16

Leadership To Equip People For Ministry

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jan 2, 2011

A sermon on Leadership and the Installation of new officers in the church. The focus is on every member being a minister. How an encounter with Christ can give you someone new to follow.

“To Equip People For Ministry” "And Jesus said to him, "Go your way. Your faith has healed you." And instantly the blind man could see! Then he followed Jesus down the road." Mark 10:52 (NLT) Intro: A young man, who had worked for years on the railroad, wanted a job as the lead ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Through Suffering In Ministry

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

I’d like to begin with the example of Richard Wurmbrand. His is a famous struggle against true evil. He was born in Armenia in 1909. He was a minister in Romania during the spread of communism across the globe.

We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies. -2 Corinthians 4:8-10 ESV I’d like to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Sustaining Christian Ministry-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 14, 2025

2 of 4 The apostle Peter concerned himself with sustaining Christian ministry. Christian ministry must be sustained indefinitely. But, ?What sustains Christian ministry? Or: ?How is Christian ministry sustained? Christian ministry is sustained thru...

SUSTAINING CHRISTIAN MINISTRY-II—2Peter 1:12-15 Attention: Nuns Out Of Gas: Two nuns were driving down a country road when they ran out of gas. They walked to a farmhouse they had seen just down the road. The farmer had gasoline, but it could only be pumped out of a huge barrel directly into a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus's Ministry

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 25, 2025

Jesus ministry is to help all people.

Luke 4: 14-21 Jesus Mission or Ministry 1. Jesus’s Ministry • Jesus starts his ministry on the Sabbath in his hometown of Nazareth • He goes to the synagogue, picks up the scroll of the prophet Isaiah, and reads, • Jesus shares His Mission “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

Developing A Passion For Personal Ministry

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 5, 2008

Challenging each one to be involved in personal ministry.

Go light your world and lose your cares The objective: To teach principles, that if applied, will free us from the prisons of despair we have created. In reaching out to others, God reaches out to us. Theme Song: Go light your world, by Kathy Troccoli A. There is a condition ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:8

Denomination: Mennonite