Sermons on Back To Church:

Is Church Attendance Necessary

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Jun 25, 2001

If you have forsaken the assembly of Christians, we encourage you to take these steps.

Is Church Attendance Necessary? Considering the lax attitudes of many religious people today, it would be easy to conclude that church attendance is optional or perhaps only for those who are very religious and extremely dedicated to their faith. Membership rosters in most churches, compared to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Needs The Church?

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 4, 2001

For anyone who wants to know God, the church is essential.

Let’s imagine it’s sometime this afternoon. You’re at home, working in the front yard, and you see a moving van stop a couple of houses down the street. Two men get out of the truck and start unloading furniture. Then you see a minivan pull up to the curb, and a family gets out. You want to be a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Overseeing The Church Of God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP (OVERSEEING THE CHURCH OF GOD) REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER

QUALIFICATIONS FOR ELDERS -- ABOVE REPROACH BIG IDEA: SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP (OVERSEEING THE CHURCH OF GOD) REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER I. (:1) CHURCH OVERSIGHT IS A GOOD WORK TO PURSUE A. Introduction: Importance of the subject Another "trustworthy statement " something that can be relied ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Serving The Church Of God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES

QUALIFICATIONS FOR DEACONS -- MEN OF DIGNITY BIG IDEA: SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES INTRODUCTION: Wiersbe: "The first deacons were appointed to be assistants to the apostles. In a local church today ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Rules Of A Pentcostal Church

Contributed by Rick Macdonald on Aug 8, 2001

As we look at spiritual gifts, we need to first look as love.

Title: The Rules of a Pentecostal Church Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 Date: November 5, 1995 By: Pastor Rick MacDonald Introduction: Life is governed by rules. Without rules - absolutes - we become people who have no boundaries and therefore are controlled only by our urges. As a result we live ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church God Favors Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Aug 9, 2001

This is the second sermon in the series "Becoming A Contagious Congregation, A Study of the Church at Antioch".

There was something special about the church at Antioch. We’ve already seen (in the first sermon in this series) that God’s hand was on them because they were a praying, Spirit-filled congregation. Notice what Luke says about the way Barnabas perceived the church at Antioch. In Acts 11:23 it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Church Wedded To The World

Contributed by David Zimmerman on Oct 18, 2000

In 1871, an American named Heinrich Schliemann began ex-cavating an ancient city in Turkey.

In 1871, an American named Heinrich Schliemann began ex-cavating an ancient city in Turkey. To the amazement of many, this retiredbusinessman had discovered the lost city of Troy. To-day, you can still see the ruins of its towers and its walls, which were 16 feet thick. According to the Homer's ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: *other

The Marks Of A Great Church

Contributed by David Coe on Nov 11, 2000

A sermon to show the direction of the church.

THE MARKS OF A GREAT CHURCH Acts 2:41-47 1. IT’S RELATION TO CHRIST · Personal 1:3,4 * 4:13 · Performance 1:4 * 1:13 · Prayer 1:14, 24 * 2:42 * 3:1 * 4:31 · Place 1:15 * 2:1, 46 · Power 2:4 * 4:8, 31 · Praise 2:47 * 3:12,13 2. IT’S RELATION TO CHRISTIANS · Peace 1:14 * 2:1, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Dec 6, 2000

Healthy church ministry as modeled by the Church in Thessalonica

Marks Of A Healthy Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 1. The Foundation of the Church was Solid. (vv. 1-4) A. Because of the position they enjoyed - “in God … Christ” B. Because of the peace they experienced – “grace and peace” C. Because of the prayers they expected – “always for you all” D. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Peace On Earth, And In The Church

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 13, 2000

The Angels Proclaimed that there would be peace on earth, Jesus prayed for peace in the church!

Morning Message Central Church of Christ December 10, 2000 John Dobbs PEACE ON EARTH, AND IN THE CHURCH, PART ONE Introduction: Luke 2:1-15. It was the mission of Jesus to save lost humanity, build a family of believers, and and those believers into the world to spread the greatest message ever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15, John 17:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Motivation Of The Church”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Nov 26, 2001

The proper motivation for a church to carry a crazy message to a confussed world of lost souls.

This story deals with a rather old fashioned lady, who was planning a couple of weeks vacation in Florida. She also was quite delicate and elegant with her language. She wrote a letter to a particular campground and asked for reservations. She wanted to make sure the campground was fully equipped ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of God In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 27, 2001

The controlling power of God in His people and in the church.

THE POWER OF GOD IN THE CHURCH EPHESIANS 3:20-21 ONLY GOD’S POWER CAN TRANSFORM THE CHURCH INTO WHAT HE WANTS THE CHURCH TO BE. IT IS HIS POWER THAT QUICKENS US, JOHN 6:63 TEACHES, “IT IS THE SPIRIT THAT QUICKENETH.” WE ARE THE RECIPIENTS OF DIVINE POWER. THEREFORE, ONCE WE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Church Leaders

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: If church leaders are selected properly, the voice of the people is the voice of God.

Thesis: If church leaders are selected properly, the voice of the people is the voice of God. Intro.: 1. At some point in the life of a church new leaders must be selected. The question is always how. a. Existing leaders select men & present for congregation to ratify. b. Does not work in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

The Church Takes A Stand

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction 1.

Introduction 1. Today we consider at one of the most crucial decisions in the history of the church of Jesus Christ. Iit took place 1950 years ago - in the year 49AD. Today we are also facing what amounts to the same crucial decision. Within the RCA and within many denominations. As we consider ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Go To Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

We are to encourage one another to stir up one another for love and good deeds.

Why Go To Church (Heb. 10:24,25) Throughout the western world church attendance continues to decline. Illustration: In 1999, 39% of people regularly profess to attend church (34% of men and 44% of women). In Germany less than 5% regularly attend church and in Britain less than 15% make a habit ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational