Sermon Illustrations on Ministry
105 illustrations found
Collect for the Third Sunday in Advent
anglican collect prayer by Church of England
Prayer for Pastors and Ministry Leaders
Shepherd of shepherds, for those who lead Your people— Carrying heavy burdens. Navigating impossible tensions. Exhausted by constant need. Be their strength when they're depleted. Be their wisdom wh
A Contemporary Ministry Story - Story
The content highlights the challenges and opportunities faced in contemporary Ministry, drawing parallels to biblical characters. It emphasizes the relevance of Scripture, particularly 2 Corinthians 12:9, as a source of guidance and hope in navigating modern complexities.
Real-World Ministry - Biblical Analogy
The content emphasizes the relevance of biblical teachings in navigating the challenges of modern Ministry. It highlights Romans 8:28 as a source of hope and guidance, reminding believers that God's word is transformational and applicable to contemporary issues.
Real-World Ministry - Story
The content illustrates the challenges and opportunities faced by modern Ministry, paralleling them with biblical characters. It emphasizes the relevance of Scripture, particularly Romans 8:28, in providing guidance and hope amidst contemporary struggles, highlighting the transformational nature of God's word.
A Contemporary Ministry Story - Contemporary Example
The sermon illustration highlights the challenges and opportunities faced in contemporary Ministry, drawing parallels to biblical characters. It emphasizes the relevance of Scripture, particularly 2 Corinthians 12:9, in providing guidance and hope amidst modern complexities, showcasing the transformational power of God's word.
Real-World Ministry - Contemporary Example
The sermon illustration highlights the relevance of biblical teachings in navigating the challenges of contemporary Ministry. It emphasizes that, like biblical figures, modern believers can find wisdom and hope in Scripture, particularly through Romans 8:28, which assures us of God's guidance in difficult times.
A Contemporary Ministry Story - Biblical Analogy
The content highlights the challenges and opportunities faced in modern Ministry, drawing parallels with biblical characters. It emphasizes the relevance of Scripture, particularly 2 Corinthians 12:9, in providing guidance and hope amidst contemporary issues, showcasing the transformational power of God's word.
Living Out Perseverance - Illustration
Consider the life of a gardener, tending to a small plot of land. Each morning, they rise early, armed with a spade and a heart full of hope. The soil is often hard and unyielding, the seeds seem so small,...
Putting Into Practice: Understanding - Illustration
As we reflect on Romans 8:28, which assures us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him," we find a profound invitation to lean into community—especially during those moments when life feels chaotic. Imagine...
Putting Into Practice: Perseverance - Illustration
Perseverance is not simply about enduring hardship; it’s about holding on to the promise that God’s grace sustains us. In Ephesians 2:8-9, we are reminded that it is by grace we have been saved through faith, and this is not...
Putting Into Practice: Hope - Teaching Material
Proverbs 3:5-6 invites us into a relationship, urging us to “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” This is not merely a call to blind faith; it’s a profound invitation to engage...
Putting Into Practice: Understanding - Teaching Material
As we gather in this sacred space, let’s turn our hearts to Romans 8:28, where we are reminded that “we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according...
Real-World Goodness - Teaching Material
When we look at Matthew 28:19-20, we find Jesus commissioning His disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, reminding us that our faith is not meant to be kept to ourselves. This passage calls us to embody *koinonia*,...
Putting Into Practice: Perseverance - Teaching Material
Beloved, the heart of Ephesians 2:8-9 tells us that we are saved by grace through faith, not by our own works. It reminds us that our perseverance in faith is not about striving harder but resting deeper in God's unmerited...
Living Out Perseverance - Teaching Material
As we delve into 2 Timothy 1:7, we are reminded that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-discipline. This foundational truth speaks to our call to persevere in faith, even amidst trials....
Applying Goodness - Illustration
As we reflect on the profound promise in Jeremiah 29:11, where God assures us, "For I know the plans I have for you," we find a beautiful truth about our purpose and the goodness intertwined within it. This isn’t just...
Living Out Goodness - Illustration
Imagine a small, bustling café in your community. Every morning, a dedicated barista greets her customers with a warm smile and an authentic interest in their lives. One day, she learns that a regular patron is struggling with loneliness after...
Living Out Salvation - Teaching Material
As we reflect on *Galatians 5:22-23*, Paul paints a beautiful picture of the fruits of the Spirit, illustrating the transformative power of salvation in our lives. When we accept Christ, we don’t just receive forgiveness; we become vessels of His...
Living Out Salvation - Contemporary Example
Picture a community garden, where every neighbor contributes a little something to cultivate a shared space. Each person brings their own seeds, whether it’s tomatoes, herbs, or flowers, and together they create a vibrant tapestry of life. This garden does...
Living Out Goodness - Contemporary Example
Imagine a small community center in your town where people gather every Saturday morning, not for a class or a workshop, but to share a meal. This gathering is more than just food; it’s a lifeline for many. There’s Sarah,...
Real-World Courage - Teaching Material
As we reflect on Galatians 5:22-23, we see the beautiful fruit of the Spirit manifesting in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Each of these virtues requires a measure of courage to cultivate, especially...
Living Out Perseverance - Contemporary Example
In 2 Timothy 1:7, we are reminded that "God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and love and self-control.” This verse is a beautiful reminder of the heart of perseverance—grounded not in our own strength,...
Putting Into Practice: Hope - Contemporary Example
Imagine a small group of friends gathered in a cozy living room, sharing their fears and dreams over steaming cups of tea. Among them is Sarah, who recently lost her job and is feeling the weight of uncertainty pressing heavily...