In Preaching Articles: "Missions" showing 1-15 of 31

The High Cost Of Free Porn

By Owen Strachan on Mar 24, 2017

Beyond severe psychological and social consequences, pornography hinders Jesus’s mission in the world.

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Colossians 3:9-10, Romans 8:13, Colossians 3:5, Romans 12:2, 1 Thessalonians 4:3, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 15:1-7, Romans 8:37, Hebrews 7:25, Revelation 12:10-12, John 6:38  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Pornography, god's mission, Jesus' mission, Kingdom's Mission

Unleashing Everyday People Into God's Mission

By Jeff Vanderstelt on May 9, 2011

Jeff Vanderstelt of Soma Communities encourages leaders to gain a fresh perspective for living out the mission of the church today.

Tags: Ministry, Community, Church, Missions, Missional, Church General  (view more)  (view less)

The Lord’s Prayer, A Missional Reading: Give Us Daily Bread

By Dr. Nijay Gupta on Apr 8, 2021

The “missional theology” movement has injected energy and life into the church. Who isn’t inspired when reading Emil Brunner’s famous words, “The church exists by mission as a fire exists by burning”? Missional theology has motivated many Christians and churches to seek out their purpose in God of bearing and embodying the good news of Jesus Christ.

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:1-20, Exodus 16:1-36, John 6:1-71, Matthew 4:1-25

Tags: Humility, Lord's Prayer, Missional, walk by faith

Why So Long? A Missions Story

By Evy Yohner on Apr 26, 2017

These stories are like rare pearls, collecting from a way of “doing” missions no longer done, when intrepid men and women sacrificed everything to obey God’s voice.

Tags: international, god's mission, great commission, lessons from history

Why No One Cares About Your Mission Statement – And Neither Should You

By Sermoncentral on Mar 8, 2021

Does your church have a mission statement? Could most of the people in your church repeat it? If the answer is ‘no’, I have one word for you. Relax.

Tags: Preaching, Mission Statement

What Is The Church's Mission? And Why Does It Matter?

By Carey Nieuwhof on Jan 21, 2021

With the vast majority of churches struggling in some way, it’s time to rethink our future mission.

Tags: Preaching

Is Your Church A Cruise Ship Or Aircraft Carrier? 10 Ways To Find Out

By Mary Schaller on Sep 26, 2012

An "aircraft carrier church" has a clear mission that stems from the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-20, Genesis 3:1-6

Tags: Church, Outreach, Missions, Church Growth

Shut Down The Bus Tours: What Older Members Should Really Be Doing

By Carey Nieuwhof on Nov 4, 2016

What if this one generation actually just sacrificed for the sake of another? What if they gave up their preferences in music, style and taste so that others could come to know Christ?

Tags: God's family, Life Mission, mission, Intergenerational

Has Mission Become Our Idol?

By Skye Jethani on May 19, 2018

Skye Jethani: "While a vision for serving God is needed, and the desperate condition of our world cannot be ignored, there is a higher calling that is going unanswered in many Christian communities."

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-6

Tags: Evangelism, Missions, Preaching, pastor, Fire  (view more)  (view less)

Gabe Lyons: Celebrate Mission, Find Awakening

By Gabe Lyons on Aug 12, 2011

In this three-minute video Gabe Lyons offers insight about engaging the "next" Christians to awaken the church.

Tags: Preaching

Is Multi-Site Video Preaching Friend Or Foe To Missional Churches?

By David Fitch on Jan 28, 2020

Veteran Pastor David Fitch believes in preaching. He also believes in the power of personal presence.

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-2:4

Tags: Preaching

What It Means To Preach Jesus As Lord

By Ed Stetzer on Oct 29, 2020

Can we rise above T-shirt and bumper-sticker sloganism? These are radical words.

Tags: Lord, Jesus, Outreach, Missions, Preaching  (view more)  (view less)

Three Critical Facts About Your Christmas Service

By Maurilio Amorim on Dec 8, 2012

Maurilio Amorim gives practical ideas for integrating your Christmas program with the church's larger mission.

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-23

Tags: Christmas, Idea, Preaching, integrate

10 Multisite Myths (And Realities)

By Jim Egli on Nov 2, 2020

Some preachers resist the idea of multiple sites. But what if technology increases your effectiveness?

Tags: Church, Growth, Missions, Multisite, Growth in Christ  (view more)  (view less)

John Piper: God Doesn't Take Risks

By John Piper on Jun 8, 2018

"It is hard to exaggerate how important it is for the mission of the church...to have a fully biblical vision of the greatness and the sovereignty and the glory of God."

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:31, 1 Corinthians 15:31

Tags: Preaching, Risk