Sermons on Christians Meeting Together:

Places Where Christians Stand

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 25, 2006

facing battles, there are some great places for Christians to stand

Intro: during a professional golf tournament a few years ago a bad storm came up and people headed for safety. One man felt a good place was under a tree, but was struck by lightning and killed. It was stated in the news that night that the worse place to be in a thunderstorm is under a tree. As ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

False Faith/Counterfeit Christianity

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 15, 2005

Simon the sorcerer is an illustration of Counterfeit Christianity or false faith. It begins with a false self perception, and foolish pride. Trying to show folks that the rituals we use in the church do not save, instead it is the life changing presence

Intro: Online Encyclopedia, Wikipedia this to say about Counterfits “Today the finest counterfeit banknotes are claimed to be U.S. dollar bills produced in North Korea, which are used to finance the North Korean government, among other uses. The fake North Korean copies are called Superdollars ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

'christian' Means 'like Christ'

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 18, 2005

Too many church goers think they are Christians because they do not know the real definition of the word "Christian".

We were created by God to worship Him. That is our purpose. God’s plan is for us to worship Him. But, there is something else we are supposed to do, too. We are supposed to be like Christ. If you would take a random poll and ask people in America what they think being a Christian means, most ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:22-23

Denomination: *other

The Rise And Revelvancy Of Christian Apologetics

Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006

“We already know that we’re not supposed to take drugs, have sex, or drop out of school. Sometimes adults think we’re just a bunch of goofballs, only interested in pizza and concerts. But kids in our youth group really do want to learn all about Chris

The September morning air felt cold as I walked from my car toward the flagpole. Across the school property in front of me, I was encouraged by the large gathering of students that I could see in front of the building. “Wow… a pretty impressive group at this hour,” I thought as I glanced at my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Risen, Christianity Unique!

Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006

As great as the restoration of a classic car is, a resurrection of a lifeless human body is more impressive. The resurrection of Jesus Christ, changed history—and eternity—for every human who has ever lived.

“I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth.” (Job 19:25) Have you ever seen a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air? That’s one hot car. Even back when I was a kid, the silhouette of a ‘57 Chevy with the bulging headlights and streamlined trunk fins on the back was already a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Capital Punish: Christian Or Barbarian?

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 29, 2006

WHAT DOES JESUS BELIEVE ABOUT CAPITAL PUNISHMENT? That would be the big question. I does not matter what I believe but it does matter what Jesus believes.

CAPITAL PUNISH: Christian or Barbarian? Rom 13:1-6 NIV Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God. Consequently, he who rebels against the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Firm In Christian Freedom

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 4, 2006

Pentecost 4 (C) Stand firm in Christian freedom. Believers have been set free from the slavery of sinning and have been set free for loving service to others.

STAND FIRM IN CHRISTIAN FREEDOM July 2, 2006 - PENTECOST 4 - Galatians 5:1,13-25 * * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: This time of year we all are excited to celebrate freedom. Our freedoms in these blessed United States of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:11-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Challenging "Me First" Christianity

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 27, 2006

A look at a couple of the sayings of Jesus that go against the grain of our natural human desire to “look out for number one”.

August 27, 2006 Dakota Community Church Challenging “Me First” Christianity Mark 9:33-35 They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them, "What were you arguing about on the road?" But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest. Sitting down, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-35

Denomination: Mennonite

Biblical Christianity: Falling In Love Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Aug 22, 2005

This is the first of a 4 part series comparing the early church of Acts 1-5 to today. This message looks at the idea of falling in love with Christ.

Biblical Christianity Pt 1 ¡V Falling In Love Mark 14:3-9 I want you to know that I spent a long time searching for what I am going to begin sharing with you today. It is perhaps the most important series of messages that I have shared in a long time. Listen to these passages of Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: *other

Apologist Or Advocate…christian Education

Contributed by Ernest Corty on Aug 30, 2005

Establishing advocacy for Christian Education is not only needed in Post-Modern Christianity but required by the Word of God. To be an apologist for Christian Education falls short of God’s mandate.

Apologist or Advocate…Christian Education Written by Ernest W. Corty Inspired by Dr. Alan Pure, President of “The Barnabas Group” We have a powerful story that we don’t tell today. The story could be rooted in the truth that our Christian Colleges and Seminaries offer courses in Systematic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

What Christians Should Know

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005

basic doctrines

Intro: in the book of 1 John the word know is used 30 times. 7 times John prefaces this word with the word we—so the term we know is used 7 times. Looking at these 7 usages of this phrase, John points out that every Christian should know these things I. We know that Christians Live Right---2:29 ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Truth About Christian Character

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Sep 10, 2006

This sermon deals with our character and what we need to look for in it. and also what we can Learn from it.

THE TRUTH ABOUT Christian Character 2 Peter 1:1-10 1 Simon Peter, a servant and an apostle of Jesus Christ, to them that have obtained like precious faith with us through the righteousness of God and our Saviour Jesus Christ: 2 Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Helping Christians Rely On Grace

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 18, 2006

Learning how to balance the Bible’s emphasis of truth and grace is a continual struggle for most people working with legalists. There is such a thing as a healthy fear of God. Learning how to love, reverence and trust the Lord involves holding God in holy

Helping Christians Rely On Grace 2 Corinthians 13:14 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) HELPING CHRISTIANS RELY MORE ON GOD’S GRACE THAN ON LAW Learning how to balance the Bible’s emphasis of truth and grace is a continual struggle for most people working with legalists. There is such a thing as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Proper Care & Feeding Of A Christian Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 21, 2006

The proper growth medium and conditions that help Christians grow. Also, how to spot a bad leader.

Luke 12:42 And the Lord said, "Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom his master will set over his household, to give them their portion of food at the proper time? 43 Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he comes. 44 Truly, I say to you, he will set him over ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:42-45

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Helping Christians Rely On Grace

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 22, 2006

Most people want to be treated in a kind, gracious and respectful way. When one learns how to appropriate the grace of God, interpersonal relationships are developed in a genuine spirit of love. Without a proper appropriation of God’s grace to our communi

Helping Christians Rely On Grace 2 Corinthians 13:14 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) HELPING CHRISTIANS RELY MORE ON GOD’S GRACE THAN ON LAW Learning how to balance the Bible’s emphasis of truth and grace is a continual struggle for most people working with legalists. There is such a thing as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational