Sermons on catholic church: showing 166-180 of 141,735

Identity Crisis

Contributed by Michael Smith on Oct 22, 2012

How the unscriptural term "church" is causing an Identity Crisis!

I found it interesting that Dr. Erwin Lutzer was named "Bible Teacher of the Year" by Christian Newswire and yet in todays (2/19) radio message from Moody Chuch (Part 3 of 4 Callings-I Pt.2) erroneously stated that "ekklesia" is the Greek word for "church". One will look in vain for the Greek word ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:32

Denomination: *other

What Kind Of Church Do You Want This To Be?

Contributed by Roger Smith on Oct 8, 2023

Jesus said: Upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it! Considering we are Christ's Church; what kind of church do you want this one to be? Do we want it to be pleasing to the Lord or do we want to just get by until He comes??

INTRODUCTION: Jesus said: Upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it! There’s a rumour going round in the Catholic Church that they are the only true church because they claim they can trace their origins back to the Apostle Peter. That the church is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Peter 2:4-5

Denomination: Congregational

Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning - The Church’s Elevation, Elation And Rapture - Part 5 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 11, 2023

The Church has a fantastic elation coming to it. When all believers are caught up to be with the Lord, great will be the joy. This will be the first time ALL the Church is together. The Rapture is the gathering of the Bride, Christ's redeemed Bride.

SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING - THE CHURCH’S ELEVATION, ELATION AND RAPTURE - PART 5 [1]. THE CHURCH’S ELATION/RAPTURE - INTRODUCTION Like baptism, sadly the general church teaching has missed the boat on this issue as well. Earlier in these studies I raised the matter of the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13, John 14:1-3, 2 Timothy 4:8, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 4:1, Revelation 1:19, Revelation 22:20, 1 Peter 1:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Origin, Purpose, And Power Of The Church

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The first mention of "the church" in the Bible came from the lips of our Lord Himself. It is found in this morning's text passage, the obvious starting point for any study of what has been called the "Body of Christ." The Greek word translated throughout the New Testament as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

The Importance Of The Local Chruch (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Angel Caballero on Oct 19, 2009

Many believers have been caught up with the idea that the local church is unimportant and unnecessary to their Christian growth

The Importance of the Local Church Introduction Today, we are going learn how significant the church of Jesus to all the believers. My goal today, is for you to see the important part of the church in your spiritual growth. Many believers have been caught up with the idea that the local church is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Church Of God

Mystery Babylon: Anti-Jew, Anti-Protestant, Anti-America Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 29, 2015

For the first 60 years of the 20th century, Rome seemed to be at business as usual for her. Seniors today were raised with a Romanism that was a far cry from the compromising brand of today. Thus the Protestant's ease in separating from her.

PART FIVE: THE GREAT TRANSFORMATION , 1948- present FIFTY-NINE: THE BIRTH OF ISRAEL Some Christians would say that one of the most exciting events in all modern history is the episode involving God's promises to the nation Israel. In 1948, the Gentile domination of the Promised Land begins its ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Third Sunday In Ordinary Time

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 28, 2019

Catholic Bible Sunday

Today is the 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, now dedicated to promoting a love and knowledge of Scripture, it’s like our new annual “Bible Sunday” for Catholics! Bishop Desmond Tutu likes to tell: “When the missionaries came to Africa, we had the land and they had the Bible. Then they said, ‘Let us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Catholic

The Church Of The Living Dead Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 16, 2014

A study of the letters to the churches - Sardis

Revelation 3: 1 – 6 The Church Of The Living Dead ‘These things says He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars: “I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. 2 Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Church At Philadelphia

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 1, 2017

The Messenger to the CHURCH IN PHILADELPHIA identifies Himself by saying, “THESE ARE THE WORDS OF HIM WHO IS HOLY AND TRUE.” These are divine attributes. Deity is delivering the message to the church of brotherly love.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 6-19-15 Lesson: II.F: The Church at Philadelphia (3:7-13) Revelation ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Challenges Facing Baptists In The Twenty-First Century Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 2, 2008

Baptists have brought distinctive truth to the circle of the evangelical faith. However, there appears to be a danger of being of losing the Baptist identify which must be recognised and resisted.

PHILIPPIANS 4:8, 9 BAPTIST FOUNDATIONS CHALLENGES FACING BAPTISTS IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Ministerial Red Lights Necessary To Prevent Ghastly Church Accidents

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Mar 23, 2015

Ministerial Red Lights Necessary To Prevent Ghastly Church Accidents

In the March 13, 2015 edition of the “Sword Of The Lord”, the publication's editor Shelton Smith compared ministry to the act of driving. In one of the the remarks, he observed that one hand must be on the wheel. He expanded on that declaration by saying, “At the church house, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church Membership: Expect What The Bible Expects

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 19, 2020

True and genuine church growth comes not as a result of mere addition but multiplication.

Rev. L. B. Williams, in his book on "Holiness Illustrations," relates the following: "A young man who was desperately in love with a young lady, wrote her that he would be willing to endure the cold of the frigid zone, or cross the burning sands of the desert, or climb the highest ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church Is God's Team

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 11, 2019

United in Jesus Christ, all Christians are on the same team...God's team. We stand united in mission to the world through Jesus Christ regardless of what our denominational title may be or if we are Protestant, Orthodox or Catholic. We all proclaim and live out the commands of Jesus Christ.

WITHIN EVERY HUMAN HEART LIES THE YEARNING TO BE LOVED, AFFIRMED, UNDERSTOOD, AND USEFUL. I BELIEVE THERE IS NO OTHER PLACE IN WHICH TO HAVE THESE DESIRES FULFILLED THAN WITHIN THE BODY OF CHRIST, THE CHURCH. THERE IS NO SAFER PLACE ON EARTH IN WHICH TO USE ONE’S GIFTS, TALENTS AND ABILITIES THAN ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-11, Galatians 6:10, Ephesians 4:4-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Church For The Churched

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Aug 25, 2006

Who is the church for? Believers or unbelievers? Or to use more contemporary terms - churched or unchurched. Listen today as Pastor Steve addresses who is the church in the midst of the seeker-sensitive movement.

Recently I was invited to attend a church planters conference in Lake Yale. At that conference I was exposed to various teaching and methods for reaching the unchurched. As I sat there and listened and took notes, I couldn’t help to think how we have somehow missed it when it comes to the purpose ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 13, 2024

The Church will go through many changes in Mark Jesus says the Temple will tumble and other issues will happen such deceivers will come, persecution will come, wars will happen, nation will rise against nation, earthquakes, famine and these are beginning of birth pains.

Mark 13:1-8 The Church The church Jesus says its future is Remarkable, but yet it will be challenging • The Church needs to watch, out Deceivers will come Watch out that no one deceives you. 6Many will come in my name, claiming, `I am he,' and will deceive many. • The Church will go ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Methodist