Sermons on Wholehearted Service:

Shaped For Service Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 2, 2004

Paul highlighted a few facts: (1) our contribution in ministry is critical (you are saved to serve), and (2) each contribution is unique (you are shaped for a purpose).

Paul says we are ONLY SERVANTS... God is working in our world today, through you and me. • we are simply His servants. • Some plants, some waters, God brings the growth. • We may be doing different things, but we have ONE purpose - to work well • We are God’s fellow workers All of us will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faithful In Service Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 18, 2005

God requires us to be faithful with what we have, not with what we do not have.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man from the east coast who had always dreamed of owning a cattle ranch and had finally saved enough money to buy his dream spread in Wyoming. 1. His best friend flew out to visit and asked, “So, what’s the name of your ranch?” 2. His buddy told him that he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service = Reward!

Contributed by Eugene Blankenship on Dec 14, 2004

Blessing

YOUR SERVICE WILL DETERMINE YOU BLESSING GENESIS 24: 39-52 (NLT) 39" `But suppose I can’t find a young woman willing to come back with me?’ I asked him. 40`You will,’ he told me, `for the LORD, in whose presence I have walked, will send his angel with you and will make your mission successful. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Symbol For Service

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

Jesus used a common Middle East practice of washing feet to teach the disciples about service.

A SYMBOL FOR SERVICE John 13:1-20 INTRO: Throughout Christian history, there have been many symbols used in Christianity. Believers have used a fish, a cross, and other symbols. Christians could add the towel as another symbol for Christian service. Jesus’ disciples wanted a place of prominence ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts & Service Series

Contributed by Adam Deibert on Nov 19, 2006

Loving others means giving of ourselves for the benefit of another. What we choose to give is a reflection of how much we really love them, & ultimately reflects how much we love God.

This is the last sermon in our series, “Loving others…and letting them know it.” Throughout this series, we have seen the importance of unconditional love, and we have learned practical yet meaningful ways of expressing this love – from a handshake, to a kind word, to time spent together in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Communion Service Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 29, 2006

Jesus once spoke to His disciples about their FLESH. In Matthew 26, He gave them a very stern warning. He said, "Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the FLESH (sarx) is weak."

Communion Service Text: John 6:41 thru 56 Prayer: Prepare us to receive Holy Communion. As we begin this time of Communion, let us be mindful that we are to share in the death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. COMMUNION SERVICE - I Corinthians 11:23 thru 26 Jesus once ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-56

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Marriage Service Series

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Jan 20, 2009

I have seen funeral sermons. So I thought I would put up one for a marriage service. Might help somone one who needs to do a wedding. KJV style

THE MARRIAGE SERVICE OF JASON & ALEXIS When the Bride starts down asile motion w/ hands to stand up PLEASE REMIND STANDING FOR THE READING OF GOD’S HOLY WORD. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Service

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 8, 2009

A message I have used for funerals

2 Timothy 4:6-8 DEPARTURE IS A CERTAINTY I have fought a good fight—Many times life seems like a fight more than it does anything else. We get knocked down and God helps us up. We have health problems and financial problems and then we come to a day such as this and once again have to rely upon ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Graveside Service

Contributed by Tony Searles on Nov 3, 2007

This is a brief graveside service I prepared for a person I was not familiar with. This is a short and simple, but respectful ceremony. Although it is simple and short, it does have some nice touches.

Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life; he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live. And whosoever lives and believes in me shall never die.” I want to encourage you, as we gather together this afternoon, to remember that God is our refuge and our strength. We are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, Deuteronomy 5:6-7

Denomination: Other

In The Master's Service

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Oct 9, 2007

27 Ordinary, Year C, Worldwide Communion A sermon to remind us not to question the job that God has called us to do.

Luke 17:3-17 & 2 Timothy 18-14 *** Children’s Sermon - play "Simon Says" and discuss what happens if you do something that Simon didn’t say to do. Are you "out" of the game forever? How is this like life in Christ? How is repentance and forgiveness like getting a second chance? *** So, until ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:3-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Service Of Memories

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 10, 2007

there is hope in our grief as we remember loved ones

Service of Memories sermon One of the greatest gifts that God has given us is the Gift of Memories And all of you here today have come to Church to remember a loved one We treasure the memory of those times that we have had together. Times of joy, times of sorrow, times of sadness and times of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Anglican

Sacred Service Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

This message continues a discussion of the spiritual disciplines. Specifically God calls us all to serve one another.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Sacred Service” Review The discipline of simplicity arises out of the state of contentment. Contentment is a feeling of calm satisfaction. Discontentment is a feeling of agitated dissatisfaction. Discontent in the dry soul, is similar to thirst to the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4, Galatians 5:13-15, Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Approinted To This Service

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 21, 2018

Christians must realise that God appoints each of us to service within His Kingdom. We are not hired or voted to our work; God (as Sovereign) appoints.

“The LORD said to Aaron, ‘You and your sons and your father’s house with you shall bear iniquity connected with the sanctuary, and you and your sons with you shall bear iniquity connected with your priesthood. And with you bring your brothers also, the tribe of Levi, the tribe of your father, that ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 18:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Priest's Services

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 14, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a priest? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the priest's services. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 23:13 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) The sons of Amram were Aaron and Moses. Aaron

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a priest? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the priest's services. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 23:13 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) The sons of Amram were Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart to dedicate the most ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 23:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Devotion And Service Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 6, 2012

In this brief study we will take a walk through the book of Acts highlighting some of the more significant verses and ideas presented by Luke. I have drawn some material from "Act Normal" by Scott Wilson.

Acts Pt4- Devotion and Service Opening Comments P Tony, K Malone, P Mario- challenged us- offerings. Review/Recap Gospel of Luke, Acts- both written by Luke- Luke- living picture of Christ as seen in history Acts- picture of work of HS- Jerusalem/nations. Acts- beginning of the life/mission of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic