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Four marks of a healthy church, as seen reflected in the lives of the believers soon after Pentecost.
What if somebody asked you, “Are you Pentecostal?” “Do you mean do I belong to the Pentecostal Church?” No… I mean, are you Pentecostal?” “Are you asking if I am charismatic?” No… I mean, are you Pentecostal?” “Do you want to know if I speak in tongues?” No… I mean, are you Pentecostal?” In ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
If we hope to make a difference in our churches, we need to know what a healthy church looks like. More important, we need to know how sick churches can be made well. bgv
A study of ‘Marks of a Spiritually Healthy Church’ of Christ #1 Marks of a Healthy Church What We Expect and What We Should Know Play a word game with me. What comes to your mind when you read the word church? Do you picture a steepled building, dark wooden pews, crosses, offering plates? Do you ...read more
Scripture: Mark 2:17
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Acts chapter 9 provides a snap-shot of a healthy and thriving church that was flowing with the Holy Spirit. This is an example to the church today.
Many churches through the centuries have looked to the New Testament church in the Acts as a model of what Christ is wanting in his body In Acts 9 we see an example of a healthy and thriving church MAIN TEXT: Acts 9:31 Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and ...read more
Scripture: Acts 9:31
And as we build the church, there are certain things that simply have to be in the plans if we’re going to be the kind of church God wants us to be. Community, Teamwork, Love.
It’s amazing what you can find on the Internet. I’ve mentioned before that I’m a Star Trek fan, so I was impressed when I found this. I found a website of pictures of the USS Enterprise made entirely from lego. (http://homepage.mac.com/happywaffle/enterprise/) The interesting thing about the ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16
Denomination: Wesleyan
This is a sermon that gives a vivid picture of a healthy and growing church.
Text: Acts 2:41-42 Title: The Marks of a Healthy Church Introduction: If there was a medical doctor in the house that doctor could tell you how a healthy body should look. He or she would probably describe one that has the right height, weight, diet, etc… However, today I want us to look ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:41-42
Denomination: Baptist
The final miracle of the Holy Spirit on that day of Pentecost was the birth of the church. You may wonder why I call that a miracle. It is because I know human nature. Next to the transformation of persons, the second greatest miracle is oneness or un
INGREDIENTS OF A HEALTHY CHURCH ACTS 2:42-47 The final miracle of the Holy Spirit on that day of Pentecost was the birth of the church. You may wonder why I call that a miracle. It is because I know human nature. Next to the transformation of persons, the second greatest miracle is oneness or ...read more
Last week I shared my vision for this church..and that vision centered on a belief in the supernatural power of God. I shared how the early church was comprised of believers who not only heard about...but actually experienced the full gospel...with signs
THE INGREDIENTS OF A HEALTHY CHURCH ACTS 2:1; AMOS 3:3 Last week I shared my vision for this church..and that vision centered on a belief in the supernatural power of God. I shared how the early church was comprised of believers who not only heard about...but actually experienced the full ...read more
Scripture: Amos 3:3
If God’s people are growing in spiritual health, then His church will be a healthy church.
How to Be a Healthy Church Acts 20:28-38 Intro: How many here like to be healthy? Most of us do. We’re sick and tired of being sick and tired, and we like to feel that we’re running on all cylinders. Whether you’re a 2-stroke, 4-banger, slant-6, or a V-8, we all like to be at full power. Nobody ...read more
Scripture: Acts 20:28-38
Denomination: Assembly Of God
The gospel has a powerful impact on those who are receptive. Believers are to joyfully share their faith with others – before it’s too late.
Marks of a Healthy Church After the sermon last week, someone came up to me and asked me a question: “If First Thessalonians is one of the shortest and easiest books to understand, why are you taking 14 weeks to preach through it?” I told him that he should be glad I’m not preaching through the ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10
This sermon is the second of five in the series on The Church Health Review which encourages God’s people to participate in The Church Health Review event and instrument.
This message concerns our coming Church Health Review (CHR). Next Sunday, Monday evening and Tuesday evening will be a pivotal point in the history of FBC Ashland. What happens next week and in the weeks beyond that will have everything to do with the brightness of the present and future of this ...read more
Scripture: Luke 6:46-49
My brothers and sisters many in the church and out of the church, have some kind of idea of what we consider a healthy church.
THE MARKS OF A HEALTHY CHURCH Acts 4:31-37 My brothers and sisters many in the church and out of the church, have some kind of idea of what we consider a healthy church. To the churched a healthy church is the church that have many members and ministries. To the ...read more
Scripture: Acts 4:31-37
Jesus loves the church and He wants to see if strong, growing and healthy.
INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I want you to think about FCC for just a moment. When you think of FCC, do you see FCC as a strong vibrant church or do you see a church that is on life support? • This is an important question because the church is special to Jesus and it is up to each ...read more
Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5
Four transferable principles from the human body to the Body of Christ.
A 20/20 VISION FOR THE YEAR 2020: SIGNS OF HEALTHY CHURCH 1 CORINTHIANS 12:12-27 INTRO: What is a healthy church? • How can you tell one when you see it? • How does it look different from other churches? • How does it act differently from other churches? We used social media ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27
Denomination: Nazarene
This sermon encourages embracing the power, honor, and health of the church through active participation and spiritual nourishment from God's Word.
Welcome, dear friends, to this beautiful gathering of believers. Isn't it wonderful to be here, in the house of our Lord, surrounded by brothers and sisters in Christ, ready to receive His Word? I am so glad you have chosen to be here today, to share in this time of fellowship and learning. It is a ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 4:4
Topics: Church Anniversary
We are all called to use our gifts to evangelize the lost
Acts 2:40-47 40 And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, save yourselves from this untoward generation. 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added [unto them] about three ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:40-47
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