Sermons on the joy of service: showing 541-555 of 106,677

Baby Dedication Service

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 17, 2023

This is a baby dedication service that can be adapted and used for any dedication of a baby or child

Introduction The practice of dedicating a baby to the Lord is found in the presentation of Samuel by his mother, Hannah, in 1 Samuel 1:28 where Hannah says, “So I have also dedicated him to Yahweh; as long as he lives, he is dedicated to Yahweh.” When Jesus was still a few days old, Mary & ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:19-28, Luke 2:22, Psalm 127:3-4, Deuteronomy 6:4-7

Denomination: Brethren

A Vessel Fit For Service.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 26, 2023

We have both something to flee, and something to pursue.

A VESSEL FIT FOR SERVICE. 2 Timothy 2:20-26. 2 TIMOTHY 2:20. “But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour.” This is a fifth metaphor. The “great house” is God’s house, the visible church of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Week Five Service Series

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023

Service In the Spirit, not the flesh.

SERVICE IN THE SPIRIT I. INTRODUCTION This lesson addresses a sticky part for many Christians. They are happy to have been delivered from the judgment of Hell and glad that it is free. Being a disciple and serving, however, are quite different things. As stated in the previous lesson, some people ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6, Acts 1:8, Galatians 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

Service Done With Love

Contributed by Edison Jay Sanz on Nov 17, 2024

When the Israelites are about to enter the promised land, God prevents their hearts to become proud by engaging them to loving services to others.

*James 4:6, God opposes the proud but He gives more grace to the humble. *Matthew 23:12, those who exalts himself will be humbled. 1. Regarding HELPING the poor *verses 9-10, (INCLUDE them in the budgeting of your INCOME) “‘When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Life In Service

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 23, 2024

A servant is defined as a person who regularly performs duties for others, especially someone employed in a house on domestic duties or as a personal attendant.

Max De Pree, an American businessman and writer once remarked: “The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant.” Philippians 2:5-7 reminds us: “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:35, Colossians 3:23-24, John 12:26, Matthew 20:26-28

Back To The Basics - Service Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of service as a fundamental aspect of Christian life, emphasizing that God has created us for good works and provides us with opportunities and resources to serve others, following the example set by Jesus.

Welcome! It’s hard to believe this is our last week together in our Back to the Basics sermon series. So far we’ve covered prayer, scripture, confession, and today we’ll be talking about service. Or said another way, serving others. Truth be told, we could probably do a “basics” series for another ...read more

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

Topics: Service, God's Plan, Selflessness

Sermon Series: Back To The Basics

Future Joy

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 23, 2002

We find joy by saturating our minds and hearts with the future promises of God.

This morning, I’d like to talk about joy. How does that statement make you feel? Hopeful? Glad? Or does it arouse feelings of apprehension? Joy is a funny topic. You would expect that people would enjoy hearing about joy; that they would welcome a discourse on such a positive topic. But I’ll bet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Present Joy

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 30, 2002

We find joy, not in circumstances, but in knowing and trusting in the present promises of God.

All of us desire to have joy in our lives. No matter what we call it – happiness, gladness, delight, good cheer – we would all like to experience more of it. As we are reminded on this Independence Day, the quest for joy is even enshrined in our Declaration of Independence as a God-given right: "We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Celebration Series

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 5, 2001

5/5 - The task is not complete until we celebrate beore our God, now find out what yo need to do to truly celebrate before Him!

The city of Berlin, Germany will be forever famous for its infamous Wall. When the wall was still in existence, you could walk up and down in front of the wall and see shrines dedicated to those that were killed trying to escape from the oppression of the East to the freedom of the West. The ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-43

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Heaven

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Mar 20, 2001

God`s joy when I came home to Him.

"JOY IN HEAVEN" Some time ago I read the story of Loch the collie in one of our English Daily Newspapers. Loch was one of two British dogs sent to El Salvador after an earthquake in its capital city, San Salvador, to sniff out trapped survivors, and to lead searchers to bodies ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Surprised By Joy

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Apr 10, 2001

The same joy that surprised the followers of Christ in the upper room that first Easter can bring us joy that is permanent, powerful, and plentiful.

Near the end of the nineteenth century a little church high on the cliffs at the entrance to the English Channel was destroyed by a hurricane. A few weeks later, a British Admiral came to ask the pastor if they intended to rebuild the church. The clergyman explained that they were a poor ...read more

Scripture: John 16:19-20, Luke 24:41

Denomination: Baptist

A Commitment To Joy Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 13, 2001

How can we have true joy?

"Once . . . we were met by a slave girl who had a spirit by which she predicted the future . . . . this girl followed Paul and the rest of us, shouting, "These men are servants of the Most High God, who are telling you the way to be saved." . . . Finally Paul became so troubled that he turned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

"With Joy"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Jul 20, 2002

We can live with the gace and peace of God, no mater our circumstances!

West Greeley Baptist Church July 21st 2002 Philippians 1: 1-2 “With Joy” Pastor Mark Hensley “Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers[1] and deacons: 2Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Joy - Busters

Contributed by David Carter on Aug 19, 2002

Things that rob us of our joy

THE THINGS THAT ROB US OF OUR JOY Phil. 4: 4-7 I believe if there is anything that God wants His Children to have is Joy! John 15:11 -- "that my joy might remain in you and that your joy might be full! Neh. 8:10 - The joy of the Lord is our strength! Luke 10:20 - Rejoice because your name is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Journey Into Joy

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 19, 2002

OUR JOURNEY OF FAITH MUST BE MARKED BY JOY!

THE JOURNEY INTO JOY ZEPHANIAH 3: 14-20 AUGUST 18, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Joni Eareckson Tada, who was paralyzed from the neck down while still a teenager, wrote, "You don’t have to be alone in your hurt! Comfort is yours. Joy is an option. And it’s all been made possible by your Savior. He went ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Baptist