Sermons on 7 Churches:

#2 Fundamental Foundations Of Faith (Understanding The Apostasy) Series

Contributed by Tim West on Mar 28, 2022

This lesson shows how the inspired writers of the New Testament warned of a coming apostasy and how that apostasy occurred and can be corrected.

Fundamental Foundations of Faith: Understanding the Apostasy INTRO. A. Last week we began a series of lessons on the fundamental foundations of faith. We began by looking at the church. 1. We are the “called out.” The meaning of the term “church” or Ekklesia.” 2. We also saw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:8-9, Acts 20:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honey, We've Got Problems Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Dec 31, 2011

We will learn the praise for the Corinthian church, the things that were right, but also learn the problems of the Corinthian church, the things they got wrong.

1 Corinthians Sermon Series Part One Hello Dear, We've Got Problems 1 Corinthians 1: 1-17 Introduction This Letter Written By The Apostle Paul To The Corinthian Church Was Written Somewhere Around A.D. 54 To 56, From Ephesus During Paul's Third Missionary Journey. This church had three well-known ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-17, 1 Corinthians 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Growth And Prosperity

Contributed by Dale Miller on Sep 28, 2012

THIS SERMON DEALS WITH THE GROWTH OF THE CHURCH IN THE BOOK OF ACTS.

HFL AUGUST 2, 2009 ACTS 6;1-7 1In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Grecian Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. 2So the Twelve gathered all the disciples together and said, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kind Of Church Jesus Had In Mind Part 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Sep 9, 2010

The church today is not operating in God’s upside down, right side up principles. Most will agree with what Jesus taught but they will not teach it or preach it in their churches. This series will give our churches some good direction in being the kind of

A lot of people in the world have a messed up idea of what the church is. Some think that the church of today is a place where people can go and meet with their friends, a kind of social club. Some view church as a place they can go so they can feel better about themselves. Some view church as a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Must I Do? Keep His Church Pure

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 1, 2013

Sin brings death and when sin is permitted to linger within a congregation it kills its body life and ministry.

WHAT MUST I DO? KEEP HIS CHURCH PURE 1 CORINTHIANS 5:1-13 Big Idea: Sin brings death and when sin is permitted to linger within a congregation it kills its body life and ministry. INTRO: A few years back I bought an electric guitar. The seller only wanted $50.00 for it and he told me upfront ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Five Essentials Of Being An Effective Member In The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 18, 2020

Membership in a local church isn't about having your name on the membership rolls, but about being an active participant as a part of the body of believers. Each member of the body must function effectively within the body for God to use us as He would.

Five Essentials of Being an Effective Member in the Body of Christ Ephesians 4: 7-16 Membership in a local church isn't about having your name on the membership rolls, but about being an active participant as a part of the body of believers. Each member of the body must function effectively ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Check Your Engines Series

Contributed by Bong Baylon on Feb 11, 2009

We can get all mixed up in our sense of values. This is true especially in the church, where we tend to value those things that are not really important to God.

Our Second Mail “Check Your Engines” Revelation 2:8-11; 3:7-13 Meet Two “Below Average” Churches 1. They have lots of FINANCIAL problems. Revelation 2:9a 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty… 2. They have lots of EMOTIONAL problems. Revelation 2:9b 9 I know the slander of those who say they ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

10 Reasons To Be A Faithful Committed Church Member

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 3, 2024

How does Jesus picture His Church? A Church trying to “hold on?" Intimidated?Struggling with worldliness? Struggling to stay alive? NO! Rather, a Victorious Conquering Church!

10 REASONS TO BE A FAITHFUL COMMITTED CHURCH MEMBER INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TREEMENNDOUS Puppy For Sale--$5,000. 1. A little boy asked a salesman how to sell his puppy. He told him to put out advertising and make the price a little high so he could negotiate down to the price he wanted. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Accepting The Different Part 4 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 15, 2008

To accept one another, we are to pass judgment on no one.

Have we ever asked ourselves, “What would attract people to our church?” In his aptly titled book, “Saints and Snobs,” Marion Jacobsen wrote, “People are hungry for acceptance, love and friends, and unless they find them in the church they may not stay there long enough to become personally related ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Ready To Go

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 8, 2010

Sure we want to win people to Christ, but are we ready to recieve them? Five marks of a healthy church.

Are We Ready To GO? Romans 15:1-6 A. I couldn’t help but think about this message all day yesterday. 1. Car Care Clinic. a. Tire pressures were checked, b. Anti-freeze levels checked. c. Oil levels checked. d. Transmission fluid levels checked. e. Windshield washer levels ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Accepting The Different Part 5 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 15, 2008

To accept one another, we are to think of God’s judgment.

Someone wrote, “Everyone has the fingerprint of God on his or her soul. God has created each person, knows him or her inside out. God has created each person and has plans and dreams for each one. God has created each person and so each one has incredible value. When we realize this, it changes how ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Restoring The Heart Of Christianity

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 10, 2011

We need to restore both the form and the heart of New Testament Christianity.

Introduction: A. I like the old story told of the preacher and song leader who didn’t like each other very much and refused to cooperate with each other. 1. One week the preacher preached on commitment, and how they should dedicate themselves to service. The song leader then led the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Nobodies

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 20, 2011

We as the church, facing today's challenges, think of ourselves as nobodies. But we are God's kind of nobodies, those in whom He has been at work to make changes, and we are needed by the world around us.

(Originally preached at Luther Rice Memorial Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, Aug. 12, 1973; subsequently, with variations, at Woodbrook Baptist Church, Baltimore, MD, Aug. 19, 1973; Viers Mill Baptist Church, Rockville, MD, Sept. 9, 1973; Bethesda First Baptist Church, Bethesda, MD, Oct. 14, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

02 Pursuing What Matters: The Church At Birth Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 17, 2012

Features of the early church. 1. v. 3-4 - They Were In Fellowship With The Resurrected Jesus 2. v. 5 They Received The Promise Of The HS 3. v. 12-13 They Were Obedient To His Word 4. v. 14 They Were United In Spirit 5. v. 15-20 They Honored Th

- What do the disciples think will happen when they receive the SP? – (v. 6) - What are some major ways their idea of the kingdom differs from Jesus? – (v.7-8) - HS brings newness of life - What are the features of the early church? 1. v. 3-4 - They Were In Fellowship With The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens When We All Put Our Hands Together

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

Meant to help people hear the importance of being an “active” member in the Body and to make sure that they are participating as fully as they possibly can. A "diamond sermon," to be interspersed with songs, drama, testimony, and participation Dominan

Story – A loaded station wagon pulls into the only remaining campsite. Four youngsters leap from the vehicle and begin feverishly unloading gear and setting up a tent. The boys then rush off to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ