Sermons on Unprofitable Servants:

Being A Faithful Servant

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Feb 8, 2024

It is not easy being a faithful follower of Jesus and oftentimes we are tempted to throw in the towel and call it quits. Elisha is a role model of what it means to stay committed and faithful to the very end.

I hope you are excited to be in Church today to worship and hear the word of God. I don't know if it is the weather or something else but I have to say that once in a while, I get the impression that this is more of a routine than real worship that lacks enthusiasm. It reminds me of a certain ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

The Tools And Tactics Of A Servant Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 9, 2024

People who serve like Jesus know that God has entrusted them with gifts, abilities and opportunities that must be used in service to God. To not use what God has entrusted to us will lead to God's displeasure.

Introduction: A. Allow me to start this sermon with the story of a boy who other children called “Sparky” after a comic strip horse named Sparkplug. 1. Even though the boy hated the nickname, he could never shake it. 2. School was difficult for Sparky. a. He failed every subject in the 8th ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11, Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Authentic Servants Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 3, 2023

Paul took us on a look at the message of the Gospel, its messengers, ministry and our trust in the Master of the work of the Gospel. He helped us understand the endurance we need, the character and nature of the ministry.

2 Cor 6:3-13 Authentic Servants of God Paul has been writing in answer to his critics and in defence of his ministry. • This was necessary because false teachers had sown discord among them, challenging Paul’s authority, questioning his motive in ministry and casting doubt on his character. • Why ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Encouraging The Servant Of God Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 4, 2025

Acts 18:1-17 shows us how God encourages his servants in difficult circumstances.

Introduction “The Christian’s chief occupational hazards are depression and discouragement” (John Blanchard, The Complete Gathered Gold: A Treasury of Quotations for Christians [Webster, New York; Darlington, England: Evangelical Press, 2006], 145). So writes the Rev. Dr. John R. W. Stott, my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Slave, Servant, Or Saint?

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Aug 17, 2024

Adrian Rogers once said, "A slave serves because he has to, A servant serves because he needs to. A child of God serves because he wants to".

Slave, Servant, or Saint Rom 6:16-18 Adrian Rogers once said, 1. A slave serves because he has to. Modern slavery's definitions have evolved, encompassing not only ownership but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming Servant Of Truth

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 20, 2025

Romans 6:17-18 (KJV): But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness

BECOMING SERVANT OF TRUTH Romans 6:17-18 (KJV): But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness. Since Indonesia's independence was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

James The Servant And Leader

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 21, 2025

We must expect daily to serve others and do so happily even to death. Jesus will provide the grace to enable our service.

Feast of St. James the Greater (Santiago) July 25, 2025 Today’s psalm is anchored in a particular moment of Israelite history. In 539 BC, King Cyrus of Persia conquered the Neo-Babylonian empire and issued a decree that permitted, even encouraged the people exiled to Babylon to return to Judea and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-15, Psalm 126:1-6, Matthew 20:20-28, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Catholic

The Character Of A True Servant Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

A true servant reflects the humility, obedience, and sacrificial heart of Christ, serving others selflessly and faithfully to glorify God.

THE CHARACTER OF A TRUE SERVANT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:5-7 Key Verse: “But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men.” (Philippians 2:7, KJV) Supporting Texts: Matthew 20:26-28; John 13:14-15; Mark ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus The Servant King Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 19, 2025

This teaching reveals Jesus as the Servant King who demonstrates that true greatness is found in humility, sacrifice, and serving others.

JESUS THE SERVANT KING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 10:45 Key Verse: “For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.” — Mark 10:45 Supporting Texts: Philippians 2:5-11; John 13:3-15; Matthew 20:26-28; Isaiah 53:4-7; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Behold, The Servant Of The Lord Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 8, 2026

“Look, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” John 1:29.

Beloved in the Lord. The theme for today’s sermon is “Behold, the servant of the Lord”, in other translations “Behold, the Lamb of God”. The words of John, the Baptist can only be understood with a reference to the book of Genesis when God said to Abraham, “Take your son, your only son Isaac, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The True Servant Is Revealed

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 10, 2026

For the Baptism of the LORD Sunday, year A, Epiphany

The True Servant is Revealed Isaiah 42:1–9 NKJV “Behold! My Servant whom I uphold, My Elect One in whom My soul delights! I have put My Spirit upon Him; He will bring forth justice to the Gentiles. He will not cry out, nor raise His voice, Nor cause His voice to be heard in the street. A ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Building A Servant-Leader

Contributed by Gina Krause on Jan 12, 2026

David’s story begins in 1 Samuel 16, where we read that God sent Samuel to anoint David as the next king of Israel (16:1-13). When Samuel anointed David as the next king over Israel,

1 Samuel 16 : 14-23 part 2 Building a Servant-Leader David’s story begins in 1 Samuel 16, where we read that God sent Samuel to anoint David as the next king of Israel (16:1-13). When Samuel anointed David as the next king over Israel, PHOTO David was just a young boy, perhaps as young as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23, Ephesians 4:29, 1 Thessalonians 5:11

The Prophetic Suffering Servant PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the prophecy of Isaiah 53:1-12, emphasizing the sacrificial love of Jesus Christ as the Suffering Servant who offers hope for despair, redemption for bondage, and reconciliation for estrangement.

Good Morning, Church family! It's such a joy to see each and every one of you here today. We're going to be diving deep into a powerful and poignant prophecy from Isaiah 53:1-12. This passage, my friends, presents to us a vivid image of the ultimate Suffering Servant, our Savior Jesus Christ. In ...read more

Topics: Divine Exchange

Is Your Servant Listening? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon encourages us to attentively listen to God's call, obediently follow His instructions, and align our lives with His divine will. Key

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, eager to hear the Word of God. What a blessing it is to be here with you all today, to share in the wisdom of the Scriptures and to seek understanding together. Today, we will be focusing on the theme of hearing God's call, heeding His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:10-20, John 1:43-51

Topics: Listening, God

Behold My Servant PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' baptism, our rebirth through water and spirit, and our mission to spread the Gospel to the world.

Good morning, beloved family of faith. It's a joy to gather together today, nestled in the warmth of our shared belief, united in our love for our Savior. We're here to reflect upon the miraculous, the divine, the transformative. We're here to consider the baptism of Jesus, the birth of our new ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Mark 1:7-11

Topics: Living As Christ