Ministry
In the Bible, "ministry" refers to the service or work performed on behalf of God, particularly in the context of serving others and proclaiming the Gospel. The term is derived from the Greek word "diakonia," which means service or ministry, emphasizing the act of serving rather than holding a position of authority. This concept is rooted in the life and teachings of Jesus, who exemplified servant leadership (Mark 10:45), indicating that true greatness in God's Kingdom is found in serving others.Ministry can encompass various forms of service, including preaching, teaching, caring for the needy, and administering sacraments (Ephesians 4:11-12). The Apostle Paul often spoke of his ministry as a calling to spread the Gospel and build up the church (2 Corinthians 5:18-20). Additionally, every believer is called to participate in ministry, using their unique gifts for the edification of the body of Christ (1 Peter 4:10). Thus, ministry is not limited to clergy but is a collective effort of the entire church community to fulfill the Great Commission and serve one another in love.
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The Inner Life of the Preacher
By Gbile Akanni20K1:00:04MinistryLUK 6:12HEB 13:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the personal inner life of a minister in bringing about revival. He highlights how Jesus took extra attention to prepare his disciples for ministry, often taking them aside to teach them. The speaker emphasizes that God wants to move among his people and break down barriers between them. He also emphasizes that a minister cannot give what they do not have, and therefore, it is crucial for ministers to prioritize their own spiritual growth and relationship with God. The speaker references Luke 6 and the book of Canticles to support his points.
The Crucial Priority of a Minister
By Gbile Akanni17K1:06:19MinistryMAT 6:33LUK 11:1ACT 6:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of prayer and the secret place in the life of a believer. He highlights the need for believers to be diligent in their prayer life, as God rewards those who seek Him in secret. The preacher also references the story of Gideon's son, who was unable to fulfill his father's command due to his youth, and the importance of having capable individuals in positions of leadership. Additionally, the preacher discusses the apostles' understanding of prioritizing the word of God over other tasks, emphasizing the need for believers to prioritize their spiritual growth and the study of God's word.
(Costa Rica) the Ministry of Refreshing Others
By David Wilkerson15K41:16MinistryMAT 6:332CO 7:52TI 1:16In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of refreshment and how it can come in times of rejection and despair. He uses the example of David, who was feeling rejected and hurt, but was refreshed by his friend Jonathan. The speaker also shares stories of individuals who experienced refreshment through the word of God, such as a Catholic nun who found comfort in a letter and a preacher's wife who was struggling with addiction. The sermon emphasizes the importance of being a source of refreshment for others and highlights the impact it can have on their lives.
Tripod of Effective Ministry
By Gbile Akanni14K1:14:16MinistryMAT 6:33ACT 20:29ACT 20:32In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of ministry and warns against false teachers who may arise within the church. He urges the audience to be vigilant and to remember the teachings of Jesus. The speaker also shares his personal testimony of working diligently and not relying on financial support from others. He concludes by encouraging the audience to support the weak and to remember the words of Jesus that it is more blessed to give than to receive.
(Nicaragua) I Have Labored in Vain
By David Wilkerson12K44:15MinistryISA 49:1MAT 6:33ROM 8:281CO 15:58GAL 6:9PHP 1:6HEB 4:15In this sermon, the speaker shares the story of a missionary who became discouraged after five years of laboring in a certain nation without seeing any results. Despite God's promises, the missionary felt empty and dry, pretending to be happy at conferences while secretly hurting inside. Another missionary, David Livingston, also experienced a similar feeling of laboring in vain after 23 years of work in Africa. The speaker also mentions George Bowling, a missionary who gave up his wealth and comfort to serve in Bombay, India, but also felt like his work was in vain. The sermon emphasizes the importance of not losing hope and continuing to trust in God's promises, even when it seems like our efforts are fruitless.
The Ministry of the Night
By A.W. Tozer4.6K29:09MinistryPSA 30:5PSA 51:10MAT 5:14JHN 1:9ACT 9:32CO 4:17In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of conversion and describes it as a call from God to move from darkness and wickedness into light and holiness. He emphasizes that this call is constant and ongoing. The preacher also highlights the transformative power of conversion, stating that it brings about honesty, purity, love, charity, and truth. He urges Christians to remember the significance of their own conversion experiences and to continually refresh their souls. The sermon draws parallels between the light of God and the knowledge, perception, and guidance that it brings to believers on their journey.
The Preacher Jesus Need for the Ministry
By Alan Redpath4.5K1:18:17MinistryMAT 23:11ACT 13:44In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of dwelling with the king for his work rather than dwelling with the work for the king. He encourages listeners to rely on the sufficiency of Jesus in their daily lives. The speaker also emphasizes the need to take care of one's body, including practicing self-discipline in areas such as eating and exercise. Additionally, the sermon highlights the importance of having a message that is adequate and attractive, rooted in the glory of God, and a total warfare against sin. The speaker also provides simple tests to determine if one is sure of God's calling in their life, such as evidence of fruit from their testimony and a growing love for the Lord Jesus.
(Nicaragua) the Ministry of Refreshing Others
By David Wilkerson3.8K43:01MinistryMAT 7:11CO 5:52CO 2:4In this video, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit rather than the flesh. The congregation expresses their love for the Lord through joyful shouts and clapping. The preacher encourages everyone to leave the conference with a refreshed spirit and to spread that refreshment to others. He refers to 2nd Corinthians 7 and highlights the power of a refreshed spirit. The preacher also acknowledges the richness of God's presence in Nicaragua and the blessings that will come in the final service.
Man God Uses
By Alan Redpath3.6K44:42MinistryIn this sermon, the preacher discusses the impact of environment on character, using the example of the prophet Jeremiah. Jeremiah ministered for 40 years before the captivity of the people of Judah by Babylon, witnessing the rise and fall of five kings. Despite being sent into a difficult and seemingly impossible mission, God chose Jeremiah, a seemingly unimpressive man, to carry out His plans. The preacher also highlights the decline of religious conviction in the United States over the past 50 years and emphasizes the importance of evangelism in the church.
(Europe 2008) Session 4 - Assuming the Ministry of Christ
By B.H. Clendennen3.5K1:08:59Ministry1KI 19:162KI 2:1PSA 24:3MAT 13:45EPH 3:17COL 2:6REV 3:17In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of following Jesus wholeheartedly. He highlights how the disciples left everything behind to follow Jesus and how they watched his every move. The preacher then discusses Jesus' departure and his instructions to the disciples about their purpose and expectations. He mentions the story of Elijah and Elisha, where Elisha asks for a double portion of Elijah's anointing, symbolizing his desire for a greater spiritual experience. The preacher concludes by emphasizing the need for Christians to make Christ the center of their lives and to study and accept the teachings of the Bible.
The Ministry
By Chuck Smith3.4K1:13:38MinistryPSA 25:1MAT 6:33JHN 15:202CO 4:5HEB 11:27In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the Christian ministry and the role of the messenger. He highlights the need for ministers to focus on the message they are bringing to the people, stating that many churches today are struggling because they are not delivering a true biblical message. The speaker warns against misrepresenting God and emphasizes the seriousness of standing before people as God's representative. He concludes by emphasizing the accountability ministers will have before God for how they represented Him.
Levitical Ministry - Part 1of4
By T. Austin-Sparks2.6K49:10MinistryMAL 2:4MAL 3:1REV 1:2In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of the Levi tribe in the Bible and how it relates to the church. The Levi tribe represents the principle and meaning of the history of Levi summed up in Jesus Christ. Jesus overcame the corruptor and the tenter, and his victory is deposited with the churches. The speaker emphasizes the importance of the church being a sanctified and separated people for the Lord, and how the Lord's discipline is necessary for this purpose. The sermon concludes with the speaker expressing a burden for the Lord to carry his testimony further.
Levitical Ministry - Part 3of4
By T. Austin-Sparks2.1K40:12MinistryMAL 3:1MAT 6:33EPH 5:27TIT 2:141PE 2:9REV 1:6In this sermon, the speaker discusses the nature and purpose of the ministry of preaching the word of God. They emphasize the importance of understanding and redefining the ministry in order to fulfill the Lord's desires. The speaker refers to passages from the book of Malachi and the letter to Titus to highlight the coming of the Lord and the need for purification and redemption. They also mention the various ministries that have taken place in different parts of the world throughout the year.
The Nature and Dynamic of Ministry, the Nature and Dynamic Purpose of the Church
By T. Austin-Sparks2.0K43:50MinistryIn this sermon, the speaker discusses the transition from one humanity to another in the light of a heavenly vision. The Apostle Paul, who had this vision, understood four key things: the place and destiny of man, the nature and dynamic of ministry, the nature and purpose of the Church, and the significance of Christ crucified, risen, and exalted. The speaker focuses on the second point, the nature and dynamic of ministry in this dispensation. He emphasizes that God has shined His light into our hearts to give us the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. This objective glory was also experienced by Saul of Tarsus.
Levitical Ministry - Part 2of4
By T. Austin-Sparks2.0K45:11MinistryIn this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having an undivided heart for God. He explains that sooner or later, if we are truly committed to God, we will be confronted with the need to align our lives with His will. The speaker uses the example of Levi, who represents the principle of the undivided heart, to illustrate this point. He highlights the need for believers to be conformed to the image of Christ and to have a wholehearted devotion to God in order to effectively serve Him.
God's Preparation for Ministry
By Zac Poonen2.0K57:10MinistryGEN 39:231SA 16:1ACT 13:21In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of exalting Jesus Christ and proclaiming His message loudly and clearly, without seeking recognition or fame for ourselves or our church. The speaker also highlights the significance of having a heart that beats with God's, rather than just relying on intellectual knowledge. The sermon draws examples from the Bible, including Joseph, David, and Jesus, who were all sent by God to fulfill specific purposes in their respective times. The speaker encourages the audience to be like these biblical figures and be the ones who bring deliverance, faith, and accurate representation of God in their generation.
Levitical Ministry - Part 4of4
By T. Austin-Sparks1.9K43:15MinistryIn this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Revelation, specifically chapter 1, verse 2 and verse 5. The speaker emphasizes the importance of the testimony of Jesus throughout the entire book. The seven messages to the seven churches in chapters 2 and 3 also highlight the need for believers to overcome. The speaker concludes that those who overcome will embody the testimony of Jesus in a complete and unwavering way, leading to the end of the dispensation.
K-028 True Ministry
By Art Katz1.9K1:19:15MinistryEXO 29:35EXO 30:9LEV 8:33NUM 7:89PSA 150:6MAT 27:22HEB 5:1In this sermon, the speaker describes a chaotic scene where people are reclining and not paying attention, surrounded by litter and disorder. The speaker questions what ministry should be performed in such a moment and criticizes the so-called solutions offered by society. The speaker then addresses the audience, accusing them of having murderous and violent hearts, and suggests that a revolution should start within themselves. The sermon also mentions the sacrifice of animals and the blood of the Lord on one's ear, and recounts a personal experience of being unable to perform ministry due to a university strike.
K-022 Ministry in Truth
By Art Katz1.8K1:17:25MinistryACT 16:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not focusing on the technical aspects of preaching, but rather on the message being conveyed. He encourages the audience to actively engage with the word of God and not be passive listeners. The speaker criticizes the idea of valuing good messages and services over the true calling and life of God. He references a passage from the Bible that describes the sacrificial offerings made by the priests, highlighting the seriousness and demand of serving God.
Partners
By T. Austin-Sparks1.8K15:38MinistryMAT 6:33LUK 5:7HEB 1:4HEB 2:11HEB 3:1HEB 3:6In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the concept of partnership in the house of God. He compares the difference between being an employee and being a partner. The letter to the Hebrews is referenced, highlighting the idea of being partakers of a heavenly calling. The speaker emphasizes that the house of God is not just God's house, but also our house, as we are joint heirs with Jesus Christ. The concept of partnership in the house of God is seen as a deep responsibility and a part of our very life.
Things Which Limit Our Ministry
By J. Oswald Sanders1.6K59:56MinistryGAL 5:13EPH 5:18COL 3:16In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the corrupt nature of the world we live in and the difficulty of maintaining purity. He highlights a verse that speaks of God's power to deliver us from temptation and provide a way to escape. The preacher shares a personal story of a young man who faced a powerful temptation but was able to resist by abiding in Christ and listening to his master's voice. The sermon also touches on the importance of knowing God's voice and the need to protect oneself against sin. The passage in Galatians 5:13 is referenced, reminding believers to use their freedom to serve one another in love.
This Ministry - Part 1
By T. Austin-Sparks1.6K57:42MinistryROM 8:28EPH 1:9EPH 3:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the disintegration and disruption that exists in the world, including within the church. However, the purpose of God remains unchanged, and His ultimate plan is to sum up all things in Christ. The speaker highlights the counter movement of the enemy to divide and disrupt anything related to Christ, particularly in the church. The ministry of the church is seen as crucial in fulfilling God's purpose, and the speaker encourages the church to understand and embrace this ministry.
This Ministry - Part 2
By T. Austin-Sparks1.6K50:55MinistryIn this sermon, the speaker discusses the difference between the dispensation of the law under Moses and the present dispensation of the new birth. The speaker emphasizes that the people of God in this dispensation are different from those in the past, as they experience a personal relationship with God through the new birth. The sermon also highlights that the Church in this dispensation is not an institution or hierarchy, but rather the person of Christ and the extension of His presence in believers. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the ministry that believers have as a result of the revelation of Christ in their hearts.
This Ministry - Part 3
By T. Austin-Sparks1.5K54:47MinistryMAT 16:13In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing and serving the living God. The phrase "the living God" is significant because it signifies a real and spiritual relationship with God, rather than a mere formality. The speaker urges the churches to align themselves with the living God and not treat Him as distant or irrelevant. The sermon also highlights the role of resurrection in the history of the true church and spiritual life, emphasizing the need for continual revival and renewal.
Motivation of Spiritual Ministry
By Stephen Kaung1.5K51:07MinistryMAT 6:332CO 5:92CO 5:15EPH 6:5The sermon transcript emphasizes the importance of serving God's will from the heart and with good will. It highlights the idea that our service will be judged at the judgment seat of Christ, where our works and actions will be examined. The sermon encourages believers to serve with fear and trembling, motivated by love for Christ. It also references the story in John chapter 21 where Jesus asks Peter if he loves Him before entrusting him with the ministry of caring for His flock.