A Christian ministry can be difficult to define. In a broad sense, all Christians should be involved in ministry of some sort. In a narrow sense, many people believe that ministry is something the minister does. Yet, most Christians have a good idea as to what a Christian ministry is. It is anything that furthers the goals of the church or, on a larger scale, anything that advances God's purpose. A local church is a Christian ministry but, for the purpose of categorization here, local ministries are listed in the Local & Global subcategory representing the city or town that the church is located in. In the world of Christianity, there are a lot of ministries, and not all of them are conducted by clergy. The Early Church had apostles, but they did not have the hierarchy of clergy that many of the churches today employ. The New Testament names some of the Christian ministries, in order of importance: apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, and workers of miracles, and a prophet is anyone who brings the message of God, such as an evangelist. Today, the most obvious thought that comes to mind when asked about ministries is being a member of the clergy, and certainly that is an important ministry, but there are many ministries in the local and larger Church. Some ministries focus on evangelism, the education of children, visiting the sick, or providing assistance to the poor. Music ministries, administrative ministries, and finance ministries might also be included. Christian ministry is the activity and responsibility of the Church in the fulfillment of its biblically defined mandate in the world, and two instructions from Christ cover most ministries: Matthew 22:37-39 and 28:19-20, one to love your neighbor as yourself, the other to evangelize the world, baptizing and teaching them. This category is for topics about ministry in general, or for large-scale, worldwide ministries. Local ministry sites should be placed in the appropriate Local & Global subcategory.
Recommended Resources
Representing a Christian ministry that shares the gospel of Jesus Christ and the message of the three angels through television, radio, literature, events, internet and evangelism training, the website provides the latest ministry news, inside reports and also contains information about their television and radio programs. The website also offers a free resource center that includes Bible studies, Bible reading plan and an online library.
http://www.amazingfacts.org/
The official website of Arthur Blessitt, a famous world traveler for Jesus Christ, has plenty of information on this inspiring figure. You can learn about the history of Crosswalk, Blessitt's global walking adventure and other historical moments, view family photos, and learn how to make a cross. The web site also has information on how to pray, to follow Jesus, and to be a witness for the Lord. An online shopping area is included.
http://www.blessitt.com/
The latest updates and whereabouts of noted televangelist Pastor Benny Hinn, including his missions, online school of ministry, world healing fellowship, outreach programs and other ministries are featured here. Other resources include an events schedule, weekly television guide, praise reports and prayer requests, salvation index, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships. His television program may be viewed online.
http://www.bennyhinn.org/
The Bill Winston Ministries aims to disseminate the Word of God and to fully preach the Gospel of the Kingdom throughout the world. The ministries also offers trainings and partnerships. Aside from providing information about the ministries as well as the partnership and trainings offered, the website also features the Believer's Walk for Faith, an international television and radio broadcast, and also provides weekly television and daily radio schedules. Online streaming media is available.
http://www.bwm.org/
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
The ministry exists to support and extend the evangelistic calling and ministries of Billy Graham and Franklin Graham, proclaiming the Gospel to all and by whatever means possible. Biographies of the key people who have been involved in the ministry over the years are put forth, along with its television and radio programming, its movie ministries, evangelism and outreach services, discipleship, and training.
http://www.billygraham.org/
Christian Apologetics & Research Ministry
CARM is a non-profit Christian ministry run by several people who write articles and produce video to equip Christians with the truth, expose error in false religious systems, and to teach apologetics, helping Christians to defend their faith and glorify Jesus. Various religious groups, world religions and secular movements are reviewed, and Bible difficulties are discussed. Partnership opportunities are available.
http://www.carm.org/
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CHM is a health care sharing ministry for Christians, established in 1981, and organized as a non-profit, voluntary cost-sharing ministry through which participating Christians can meet one another’s medical bills. Its membership policies, providers and services are specified, along with a step-by-step guide to submitting bills. Group information, testimonials, and a promotional video are presented, along with contacts and statistical data.
http://www.chministries.org/
The Desiring God Foundation is a ministry of John Piper, an American Calvinist Baptist pastor, author and theologian, as well as the chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary in Minneapolis. Articles on a variety of Christian topics are presented, as well as a collection of video sermons by John Piper and others association with his ministry. Several books by Piper and others are available for purchase online or downloaded in PDF format.
http://www.desiringgod.org/
The Exodus Mandate Project is a Christian ministry that encourages parents to take their children out of the public schools and helps them to establish Christian schools, a good alternative to the public schools. The website has lists of books and DVDs in an online store that help people run Christian education. You can also find out how to get involved in the project here. Educational articles and video are included.
http://www.exodusmandate.org/
Grace to You represents the ministry of John MacArthur, pastor and teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, and an author of several Christian books and Bible study references, including the MacArthur Study Bible. His books are outlined and made available for purchase here, with other resources including his radio broadcasts, a blog, recent sermons, daily devotionals, and gospel tracts.
http://www.gty.org/
The founder and pastor of Life Changers International Church in the Chicago area, Gregory Dickow is the host of the Power to Change Today, an international television ministry. An introduction to the evangelist and his ministries is offered, and an archive of educational articles, a form where anyone can ask a question of the pastor or find answers to those already asked, and an online bookstore are available.
http://www.changinglives.org/
The founder of In Touch Ministries, Charles F. Stanley, has written more than sixty books. Biographical information is set forth, along with a broadcast schedule, this week’s sermon available in a podcast, along with other popular sermon series. In Touch Magazine, published by the ministry, may be viewed online. Daily devotions, monthly emails, and print mail may be subscribed to through the site.
http://www.intouch.org/
The Bible-teaching ministry of Charles R. Swindoll, a long-time pastor and founder of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, Texas. His national ministry is highlighted, including his essential beliefs, the ministry’s leadership, board of directors, and employment opportunities. Current broadcasts, podcasts, and a broadcast library are featured, and a list of stations carrying his program are posted.
http://www.insight.org/
Into The Light Ministries is a Christian website that emphasizes the importance of Christianity and spiritual life. You can read a variety of Christian publications here and access Bible study materials, tracts and testimonials to see how others have been effected by their Christian faith. The website also has sections dedicated to helping those struggling with divorce, adultery, suicide and abuse, witchcraft, and sorcery.
http://www.intothelight.org/
With more than fifty years in ministry, the Josh McDowell Ministry is a Cru ministry, the U.S. division of Campus for Christ International. A full biography can be downloaded in PDF format. Other resources include a statement of faith, featured talks, a calendar of events, and an overview of the ministry’s research, its publications, apologetics, spiritual growth, youth and family, and other resources. His books and other products are available in an online store.
http://www.josh.org/
Joyce Meyer is a Charismatic Christian author and speaker, as well as president of Joyce Meyer Ministries, headquartered in Fenton, Missouri, which includes Hand of Hope, which provides global humanitarian aid, feeds and clothes the poor, ministers to the elderly, widows and orphans, and visits prisoners. Broadcast schedules are posted, and its publications, books and other resources are available for purchase online.
http://www.joycemeyer.org/
Based in Harrison, Arkansas, the outreach ministry holds that the Europeans and their descendants are the chosen people of God, although they deny a position that the white race is superior. Its site offers Identity-oriented books, tracts, and audiotapes, as well as correspondence courses, and a radio program that is broadcast on shortwave, satellite, and Internet radio. Arranged by author, several informational articles, videos, and other resources are posted.
http://www.kingidentity.com/
Todd White was a drug addict and atheist for twenty-two years before becoming a Christin in 2004. His ministry seeks to empower a new generation for Christ. A calendar of schools, programs and events are published to the site, and live streaming video, as well as video archives, are made available through the site. An online shopping area offers teaching resource sets, DVDs, ministry tee shirts, and other items.
https://lifestylechristianity.com/
Founded by R.C. Sproul, the ministry offers a wide variety of Christian resources on DVD, CD, as digital downloads, or in online courses, as well as today’s broadcast, sermon series, conference schedules or a blog. Also featured is the Ligonier Academy of Biblical and Theological Studies, Reformation Bible College, or its Ligonier Connect courses. An application can be downloaded for 24-hour Christian radio.
http://www.ligonier.org/
Founded by Beth Moore in 1994, the ministry is focused on teaching women how to love and live on God’s Word, offering Bible studies to people from all over the world, as well as a prayer ministry, and a television ministry, which are featured here, including schedules and DVDs which may be purchased online, along with books in printed or audio format, devotionals, and Bible study materials.
http://www.lproof.org/
The ministry began in 1987 in response to requests for tapes of messages by pastor and Bible teacher Adrian Rogers, and as an extension to his pulpit ministry. A biography of Adrian Rogers and a history of the ministry is set forth, with a statement of faith and beliefs, a mission statement, Bible study materials, a Bible reading plan, informational articles, a prayer network, a broadcast schedule, podcasts, sermon outlines, and a station list.
http://www.lwf.org/
Based in New Zealand, Marine Reach is a non-profit Christian missionary organization that seeks to carry the Gospel message to islands around the Pacific. Operating dozens of ships and small vessels of various sizes and types around the world, Marine Reach provides mercy ministries, training and Christian life skills, including offering medical care, health education, and community development assistance.
http://www.marinereach.com/
The New Life Ministries is a Christian website where you can buy books, DVDs, CDs, radio show and other materials. You can also become a volunteer at New Life Ministries in either Laguna Beach, California or Plano, Texas. You can also get help here with regards to abortion and anger, and an online store offers Christian books, group or individual Bible study materials, Bibles, devotionals, CDs, DVDs, apparel and other items.
http://www.newlife.com/
Olive Tree Ministries provides news, articles as well as information that centers on issues focused on Bible prophecy and current events. The website contains information about the ministry's conferences, radio show and editorials. The website also features articles on a wide range of topics from anti-semitism to terrorism in the United States. The website also provides resources and offers products centered on spirituality and will help you understand current events from a Biblical perspective.
http://www.olivetreeviews.org/
Pentecostal Sermons and Bible Studies
Free sermons and Pentecostal bible studies from Pastor Jim Feeney include such topics as the baptism of the Holy Spirit, speaking in tongues, divine inspiration, spiritual gifts, divine healing, praise dance, end times prophecy, pro-life versus pro-choice discussions, and Christian prophets, as well as an overview of the the Pentecostal religion, Pentecostal beliefs, and God’s standard for Christians.
http://www.jimfeeney.org/
Precept Ministries International
Precept Ministries International is an organization build by a missionary couple that aims to establish people in God's word. The website provides information regarding inductive Bible study and also offers resources for churches, Christian educators and for the public. The website also provides information on the organization's offered inductive Bible study classes, workshops and tours as well as on their Bible study events.
http://www.precept.org/
Progressive Christianity is a non-profit organization that promotes community life, as well as social and environmental justice issues, within a framework of Christianity that does not consider Christ to be the only path. Site content may be viewed through subject categories. Supporting churches and partner organizations are recognized, a calendar of events is posted, along with its educational curriculum, and an online store.
https://progressivechristianity.org/
Promise Keepers is a Christian organization that aims to strengthen men's relationships with their families, other men in their lives, and their religion. Their website offers information about the organization's mission statement, as well as upcoming events and the Men's Ministry program. You can also purchase books and multimedia guides and download articles, videos and podcasts that affirm Promise Keeper principles.
http://www.promisekeepers.org
Founded by Bob and Charlyne Steinkamp, of Pompano Beach, Florida, Rejoice Ministries is a Christian organization that helps people who are struggling with marriage problems. The website also has an affirmation that can help you get through marriage difficulties. You can also get a free email devotional through this website, and audio and video messages may be heard online. A schedule of events is posted to the site.
http://www.rejoiceministries.org/
In operation since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse is a worldwide nondenominational Christian ministry specializing in crisis relief and community development. Includes organizational information, programs and projects index, donation information and volunteering opportunities. Its history, offices, and projects are highlighted, including video, a photo ggallery, and a blog. Contributions may be made through the site.
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/
The site offers recordings of the preaching and teachings of William M. Branham, Joseph Branham, and Billy Paul Branham, Christian ministers and faith healers who initiated the post-Second World War healing revival, contributing to televangelism and the modern Charismatic movement. An introduction to each is put forth, and the global offices of the Voice of God Recordings are set forth, along with regional offices, multimedia, Bible study resources, and informational texts.
https://branham.org/
