Sermons on Shared Service:

Why I Am Not Ashamed Of The Gospel.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 15, 2025

Incentives to share the gospel with others.

WHY I AM NOT ASHAMED OF THE GOSPEL. Romans 1:16-17. In Romans 1:14-15, Paul pronounced his indebtedness to people from all walks of life, and every level of education. We have been entrusted with the gospel not to keep it to ourselves, but to share it with others. Paul was so eager to discharge ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In His Right Mind

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 17, 2025

Meet Jesus. Share Jesus.

In His Right Mind Luke 8:26-39 This is a radical passage of Scripture, and not just because the Geresene man was demon possessed. Jesus and His disciples got in a boat and crossed the lake to the region of the Gerasenes. In doing this, Jesus was crossing boundaries… …boundaries that had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: United Methodist

Forgiveness

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 14, 2020

The text shared the importance of forgiveness.

Matthew 18:21-35 What Does the Text Say about Forgiveness ? It’s a grim scenario for one who refuses to forgive. Even Jesus said “Father Forgive them” 1. The text tells us How often one should forgive * Peter had it all figured out 21 Then Peter came and said to him, ‘Lord, if ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Methodist

Touched By Others And The Passing Of Time

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Aug 26, 2013

This was a message for a unique worship service. A little country church that closed its doors years ago, and now just has one service a year. This was a Memorial service for all those who had died from the community over the previous 40 years.

TOUCHED BY OTHERS AND THE PASSING OF TIME Mark 14:1-11 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Today is certainly a special time as we assemble to remember the lives and contributions of members of this community who over the years have gone to be with the Lord. 2.) Today, I want us to see a good friend of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Serve The Lord God Almighty! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 4, 2019

We can serve the Lord: 1. Through the ordinary routines of life (vs. 11-13). 2. Without the world's recognition (vs. 13-15). 3. Refreshed by fellow believers (vs. 13-15). 4. Reaching out for Jesus Christ (vs. 16-20).

We Serve the Lord God Almighty! The Book of Acts - Part 92 Acts 28:11-20 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 26, 2015 *There is no greater privilege in this world than being a servant of the most high God. Christians, we serve the Lord! And here God's Word gives us some ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Portion Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 5, 2025

What is the necessary, good thing in our relationship with Jesus?

I have a problem - a problem with serving food. I always want the bigger portion - if I’m pouring drinks for Danielle and me - I’ll take the one that’s a bit more. If I’m plating food, I’ll put a bit more on my plate. Now, I know she eats less than I do - basically everyone in my house eats less ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Of John Barclay Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Nov 11, 2021

“Precious” that an unusual word to use at a memorial service. And in fact, I don’t think I ever heard it used at a memorial service. Now in the hospital, in the birthing unit, “precious” is a probably a common word choice. But not at a memorial service!

INTRODUCTION DESCRIBE HOW GOD VIEW'S DEATH AND HOW WE VIEW DEATH. At a memorial service, you may hear people talking among themselves or to the family members whose loved one has passed, and you might hear them saying such things as it was quick and unexpected, or he lingered a long time in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15

Denomination: Baptist

Christians In The Wild Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 22, 2016

By forcing the reader to see what it means to serve Jesus in extreme circumstances, Luke challenges us to consider the depth of our own personal discipleship.

Message Hard Sayings of Jesus - Luke 9:57-62 “The Truly Committed Don’t Look Back” In America there is a mountainous forest called the “Bridger Wilderness Area”. Let me say that again the Bridger WILDERNESS Area. The idea is to go there and have a genuine wilderness experience. After you visit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Fulfill Your Calling Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 3, 2022

Fulfill your calling to go as God’s representative, because God calls you to go; to be God’s special, secure servant, because God calls you to be; and to come together as God’s people, because God calls you to share together in the fellowship provided by His Son, Jesus Christ.

A university football coach went out to practice one Monday with his first and third string quarterbacks out with injuries. The big game was coming up Saturday, and he had to “make do” with his second, fourth, and fifth string quarterbacks. In the first five minutes of practice, his second-string ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, 2 Corinthians 5:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Be Part Of The Revolution

Contributed by Andy Payne on Aug 10, 2009

A weak, shame-filled alcoholic did real good because the coach decided he was worth taking a risk on. In the same way, God sees our value and loves us enough to take a risk on us.

READ: Matt 25:14-30 1. God has Blessed us to be a blessing ILLUSTRATION: Stewardship and the Swiss Watchmaker Slogan Known for their luxury watches, Swiss watchmaker Patek Philippe has also become well-known for its clever advertising slogan: "You never actually own a Patek Philippe; you merely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Great In Jesus’ Kingdom Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 24, 2020

Jesus calls us to be servant rather than elevating themselves. What exactly should we do if we do want to be great?

IS IT WRONG TO WANT TO BE "GREAT"? Jesus doesn’t say “don’t be great” but instead tells them how to be great. - Luke 22:24-27. - Matthew 5:19; Matthew 20:26; Mark 10:43. - It could have been when the disciples argued over being great that Jesus replied, “No. You will never be great. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Under The Sun

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 13, 2014

This is a funeral service for an unbeliever I did not know.

[Song as Family Enters [Song Introduction 35 Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or danger, or sword? 36 As it is written, "For your sake we are being killed all the day long; we are regarded as sheep to be ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Around The World (All Age)

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 10, 2004

A short talk and order of service for a Christmas All Age (Family Service). Email me for Word documents and PowerPoints

All Age Nativity Talk for ¡§Christmas around the world¡¨. John 1:10-14 WBC 12th Dec 2004 am PPT of first screen The vicar and his wife had left for a conference abroad, forgetting to give instructions for the banner which was to decorate the hall at the Christmas Carol Concert, the following ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting Needs...touching Lives, Part Ii Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 24, 2007

Every Christian has been uniquely gifted for service. The question is: "Are you using your gifts in service?"

Meeting Needs, Touching Lives – Part II 1 Corinthians 12:5 – 7 1. Uniquely Gifted To Serve - God has given each person a gift for ministry – 1 Corinthians 12:5-6, 11; 1 Timothy 4:10 1 Corinthians 12:5-6a,11 “There are different ways to serve the same Lord, and we can each do different ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:5-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Roll With The Winner (Exodus 18:1-12) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 9, 2022

There's something to be said for giving allegiance to Yahweh, the one greater than all gods.

Today's story is mostly going to be about Jethro, the priest of Midian, and Moses' father-in-law. It's been a few months since we've mentioned his name. So let's start by simply rereading Exodus 4:18: (18) and Moses went, and he returned to Jethro his father-in-law, and he ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:1-12