Sermons on Body Alive Or Dead:

Jesus And The Church Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 31, 2003

Jesus died for the church, wherein we find our greatest selves.

Jesus and the Church For hours on a spring day, Jesus hung on the Roman cross, jeered at by those of his nation- the Jews- and Gentile Romans, alike. Those who had sought him during his ministry turned on him. He was abandoned by those too fearful to be identified with him. His closest friends ran ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23, Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simply Church

Contributed by Rob Ross on Apr 9, 2003

Are we participants or spectators? That is a question that each believer needs to ask themselves. The church is on mission. Believers need to make a choice.

Introduction When I was preparing this sermon I felt God ask me two questions. The first question that I felt God ask me: "What is your passion?" Music, Enviroment, Work, Politics, Technology, Cooking, Sports (Basketball, Baseball, Football, Soccer Etc.), Sports in particular provided me with a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Member Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Apr 13, 2003

Ephesians Series #15.Paul is appealing to our position in Christ in order to make a statement concerning our activity. We must treat each other how we want to be treated or we put ourselves in jeopardy with the Holy Spirit.

A Walk That Is Worthy Part 15 Marks of A Member Text: Eph 4:25-32 Intro: This morning I would like to continue on in our text in Ephesians.The series we have been in has been called a Walk that is Worthy. This morning I would like to bring a message entitled…” Marks of A Member” -I am going ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why We Need Each Other Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003

God designed us to live in community with others and to work in partnership with one another for the sake of the kingdom. No one can do everything, but everyone can do something.

Why We Need Each Other Two friends were out hunting. As they were walking through the woods, one of them yelled and the other looked up to see a huge grizzly bear charging at them. The first friend started to frantically put on his tennis shoes. When his buddy saw this, he anxiously asked, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Become An Expert Builder

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 28, 2003

We are all construction workers. What kind of a builder are you in God’s building project? Are you the sloppy, get it done fast kind - or an expert builder. Find out how to become a master tradesman in God’s kingdom.

For an audio copy of this message, go to www.LivingWatersWeb.com and search for 2003-017. When I was a high school student I admit I didn’t understand wood shop. I just didn’t get why it was so important to build a bird house in just the prescribed manner. I didn’t care much about building at all. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Striving For Church Health - Healthy Senior Women Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jul 8, 2002

God desires that you and I come into our older age with grace and dignity while at the same time being useful in the local church. In His Word, God gives us instruction as to how senior adult women are to be useful in the local church.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: There’s a new age coming – a new age wave. It is going to hit the 21st century church like a Pacific tsunami. There are now more people over age 65 than under 18. We would be wise to look at the fact that Apostle Paul recognized the value and usefulness of senior ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-4

The People Of The Covenant Lord: The Church Is The People, Not The Steeple Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Jul 8, 2002

This sermon as part of the series on the covenant relationship of God and His people, explains the form and function of the church as the people, not the steeple.

INTRODUCTION: C.S. Lewis’ Screwtape Letters, writing, of course, as an elder devil to a younger devil, "One of our great allies at present is the Church itself. Do not misunderstand me. I do not mean the Church as we see her spread out through all time and space and rooted in eternity, terrible as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What The Church Should Be

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 13, 2002

The apostle Paul describes what the church should be in the book of I Thessalonians.

WHAT THE CHURCH SHOULD BE INTRO.- ILL.- The sermon was longer than usual on this particular Sunday morning. Little Johnny was getting more restless by the minute. Finally, in what was supposed to be a whisper, Johnny blurted out, "IF WE GIVE HIM THE MONEY NOW WILL HE LET US LEAVE!" ILL.- That’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Your Privilege As The Church" Series

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Oct 3, 2001

Members of Christ body has privileges to enjoy.

Title: “Your Privilege As The Church” Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17 Introduction: Members of the body of Christ must realize that along with purposes to fulfill, there are also privileges to enjoy. As Christians we need to examine these, and realize that it’s what God wants ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Problems Of The Servant Series

Contributed by John Walls on Oct 8, 2001

Studying the problems of a pastor

PROBLEMS OF A SERVANT Or HOW TO BE A MAN OF GOD 1 Timothy 4 Part 1 Introduction: If you were to write a job description for your pastor, what would it contain? What comparisons or differences would there be if I was to do the same? What functions do you think I should do? Or even yet, do you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

America In Crisis

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 10, 2001

The crisis of America is a spiritual tragedy.

II Timothy 3:1-4 AMERICA IN CRISIS VBC September 23, 01 There is much talk about the recent acts of terriosm in America. We might call the last several days of our nation- America in crisis. Paul warns us that the last days were going to be perilous. The word perilous means dangerous, hard to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Warning From The Amen

Contributed by Jack Warford on Oct 11, 2001

Jesus leaves the worst of the letters to the seven churches for last, because they received no commendation for doing what was right. They were a phony church, a church simply playing church.

Jesus leaves the worst of the letters to the seven churches for last, because they received no commendation for doing what was right. They were a phony church, a church simply playing church. It is important for Pastors to remember that this letter was written to us by the Apostle John and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

State Of The Church Address

Contributed by Rick Croffut on Oct 19, 2001

This message deals with the new beginnings that God takes a church through. The message discusses the opportunities that God has in store for each church.

THE STATE OF THE CHURCH ADDRESS Much like the State of the Union Address that we will hear just 2 weeks from now – I want to bring you the State of the Church Address today. I will not be making promises about how to reform the church – because I believe the day we are living in demands that man ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:2, Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

E Pluribus Unum Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jun 2, 2001

We must take the common building blocks of unity God provides us all and use them constructively to produce the kind of church He wants all of us to share together.

Since we have so much in common, sharing one: Body—Church together Spirit—His powerful influence Hope-Of heaven Lord-Our Master, not mother Faith-From truth that changes us Baptism-Public result of faith Our God and Father – Over us all And, since our unity is based on our own individual peace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Ready For Battle?

Contributed by Tony Cansler on Apr 29, 2001

A sermon to challenge believers to get ready for the challenges of this world

1.We need to be dressed for Battle - The whole armor of God- Eph 6:14-18 2.We need to know the battle plans - Study the Word of God - 2 Tim 2:15, Ps 119:105 3.Know what the enemy wants - Sift as wheat - Luke 22:31 4.Always ready at a moments notice - Mt 24:44 5.Will not be associating with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8

Denomination: Baptist