Sermons on Build The Walls:

Building Bigger Barns

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 2, 2023

The real fools are those who, being satisfied with their lives as they are, forget God, forget their neighbors, and forget their mortality.

What is wrong with this picture? Imagine that you are in the audience that long-ago day in Judea, listening to Jesus preach. There are thousands in the crowd, but you got there early. In fact, you waited all night to get a good seat. Jesus’ reputation has grown all over Palestine, and people have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Building Self-Esteem Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 24, 2025

The family's primary role is building self-esteem in a child. How does that happen? Let's look at a few areas.

Title: Building Self-esteem in the Family Theme: To show how the family builds self-esteem in their children. Scripture: Luke 2:52; Proverbs 18:21 Opening Scripture: Luke 2:52 NLT Jesus grew in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and all the people Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Church Of God

Building The Right Foundation Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 24, 2025

The key having a solid family begins with the foundation. In this message we observe the importance of building the right foundation.

Building the Right Foundation Matthew 7:24-27 "Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: (25) and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Church Of God

The Building Blocks Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 20, 2024

Based on Proverbs 24:3-7 - Challenges hearers to consider the importance of building their lives on the wisdom of God.

“THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF WISDOM” Proverbs 24:3-7 FBCF – 5/19/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Would you rather be a knowledgeable person or a wise person? Difference between knowledge & wisdom: “Knowledge is nothing more than an accumulation of raw facts, but wisdom is the ability to see people, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:3-7, James 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Is A Building Or A People? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 25, 2024

We'll explore the scriptural definition of the church and its implications for our understanding of the body of Christ.

The term "church" is often associated with a physical building, but is this the biblical understanding of the church? We'll explore the scriptural definition of the church and its implications for our understanding of the body of Christ. The Biblical Definition: The Greek word ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Acts 2:46

Building Without Bitterness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025

Bitterness can become a barrier to spiritual progress and future impact. However, when we accept God's decisions with the right heart, we play a critical role in setting others up for success and honouring God's eternal plans.

BUILDING WITHOUT BITTERNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 28:2-10 Supporting Texts: 1 Kings 8:17-19, Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Psalm 37:5 INTRODUCTION: David had a strong desire to build the house of God, but God chose his son Solomon instead. Instead of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:2-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building According To The Pattern Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Building according to God’s pattern is not about rigidity but about divine alignment. It calls for humility to receive instructions, discipline to follow through, and patience to wait for divine timing.

BUILDING ACCORDING TO THE PATTERN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 28:11-19 Supporting Texts: Exodus 25:8-9, Hebrews 8:5, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Matthew 7:24-27 INTRODUCTION: In every generation, God seeks people who will carry out His assignments with precision, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:11-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building Godly Relationships

Contributed by Michael Welsh on Sep 24, 2024

Love God First The first and most important step in any relationship is to love God first. Before you can love anyone else, you must be in a relationship with the Lord.

Building Godly Relationships Introduction: Relationships, friendships, and marriages have taken on many different meanings over the years. For instance, 20 years ago, "dating" was viewed quite differently than how we understand it today. Back then, dating meant courting, getting to know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Mark 12:30, Genesis 1:2-3

Denomination: Apostolic

Virtues For Building A Church

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 22, 2024

Your actions are about leading others to Christ, and thus fulfilling the Church’s mission to evangelize.

Friday of the thirtieth week in Course 2024 In our daily lectio Divina with the sacred Scriptures, and especially with the letters of St. Paul, it is helpful to know what passage comes before and what comes after the reading. Today we are in Ephesians 4, which has beautiful and helpful advice on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:54-59, Psalm 24:1-6, Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Building With A Kingdom Mindset Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 24, 2024

Building with a Kingdom Mindset" focuses on prioritizing God’s Kingdom above all else. This sermon emphasizes aligning our actions with His will, seeking eternal impact, and building on a solid foundation that lasts

We live in a world that constantly pushes us to chase after success, comfort, and security. Society tells us to build our own dreams, secure our own futures, and prioritize our desires. The allure of worldly achievements can be strong—promising status, wealth, and a sense of accomplishment. But in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Other

Building Strong Foundations Series

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Jan 16, 2024

In our lives, just as in construction, a solid foundation is very important.

In our lives, just as in construction, a solid foundation is paramount. We all understand the importance of a firm base in our physical structures; similarly, the Bible teaches us about the necessity of a strong foundation in our spiritual lives. As we explore this theme, let's not only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Building On The Living Stone

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Aug 25, 2024

We talk about Jesus Christ being the cornerstone, but do we really know what a cornerstone is, or even its purpose?

Church family, how are we doing today? Today, we are going to call upon the Holy Spirit to help us explore the beautiful message found in 1 Peter 2:1-10. In this section of Scripture, we'll see the importance of craving spiritual nourishment, of being built into a spiritual house, and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tearing Down 4 Wall Theology

Contributed by Dwight Hord on Apr 13, 2013

A message for the churches of today. Take your ministry to the streets.

TEARING DOWN 4 WALL THEOLOGY TEXT: ACTS 3:1-11 BY PASTOR DWIGHT HORD Into: I am sure everyone sometime in life has missed out on a great opportunity. We miss out on some fun or great adventure because we weren’t available to take a phone call or we were at the wrong place at the wrong ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

We Must Break Down The Walls

Contributed by Riley Turner on Jan 26, 2001

If the Body of Christ is ever to be the true example of reconciliation that God wants us to be, we must break down the walls of racial, ethnic, and cultural segregation that currently exist within the church.

(This sermon was preached at a Unity Workshop at the Sterling Blvd. Church of Christ in Sheffield, AL, held in September of 2000. The Sterling church is predominately African American; however, they have been moving toward becoming a more racially mixed church. Following this sermon, the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Recharging Work

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009

There were 44 separate groups of people working for the overwhelming task of rebuilding the walls. Without them working together they culd not have rebuilt the walls reminding us that we can accomplish more together than if just one person tried to do all

Recharge Your Work Nehemiah 3: 1-4,6-8, 31-32 At first glance, Nehemiah chapter 3 looks a bit dry. One commentator refers to it as a "colorless memorandum of assignments." It’s a list of people and their assignments in re-building the wall of Jerusalem. It reads much like the book of 1 Chronicles ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-8

Denomination: Methodist