Sermons on Church Abuse:

# 2 - Letter To The Church At Smyrna Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 28, 2025

This sermon deals with the letter to the Church at Smyrna

Letter # 2 – To the Church at Smyrna Revelation 2:8 – “And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write, ‘These things says the First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life:” The First and The Last In the letter to the church at Ephesus, Jesus begins by introducing Himself with the phrase, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Revelation 1:8, John 1:1, 1 Corinthians 15:12-19, Matthew 5:11-12, Ephesians 1:13-14, Romans 2:17-24, Romans 8:18, Romans 8:38-39, Luke 22:31-32, Matthew 28:20, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Revelation 20:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

# 3 - Letter To The Church At Pergamos Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Apr 29, 2025

This is a message on the third of seven letters by Jesus to the churches. In this message we look at the Letter to the Church at Pergamos.

Letter # 3 - Letter to the Church at Pergamos Revelation 2:12-13 – “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write, ‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. And you hold fast to My name, and did not deny My faith ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Revelation 1:16, Hebrews 4:12-13, Ephesians 6:17, Numbers 26:1-3, Numbers 31:16, 2 Peter 2:15-16, Jude 1:11, Psalm 78:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church Leadership 101: The Pastor

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 20, 2025

Based on 1 Timothy 3:1-7 - Helps hearers understand the biblical qualifications for the pastor.

“CHURCH LEADERSHIP 101: THE PASTOR” 1 Timothy 3:1-7 FBCF – 1/19/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – WELCOME ONLINE AUDIENCE I’m going to preach about preachers today. A preacher was walking down the street and came up to a young boy. The preacher asked him if he knew where the post office was. The boy said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Church Leadership 101: The Deacon

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 27, 2025

Based on 1 Timothy 3:8-13 - Challenges hearers to consider the characteristics of a deacon.

“CHURCH LEADERSHIP 101: THE DEACON” 1 Timothy 3:8-13 FBCF – 1/26/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – WELCOME ONLINE AUDIENCE 2019 – Pastoring CWBC – Fulfilled in ministry – Happy – Loved our church FAMILY – Loved our staff – Loved our home – I was 55 yrs old & thought I was going to stay at CWBC for rest ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Disagreement Between Church Leaders Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 1, 2025

Acts 15:36-41 teaches us that disagreements in ministry, while challenging, can serve God’s greater purpose when approached with humility and a focus on the mission.

Introduction John Adams and Thomas Jefferson's disagreement was deeply rooted in their contrasting political philosophies, visions for the United States, and even personal rivalries. Their differences played out over decades, from the American Revolution to their presidencies. John Adams, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Church Is Not A One Man Show

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 3, 2025

We all have a part to play in our church or fellowship. To find out what it is we need to i) prayer ii) read our Bible and iii)m have fellowshop

Sermon: The Church is not a “one man show” As I was thinking about the sermon for today, I was struck by the thought that the Church is not a “one man show” God calls us to be a community – and the Church has no passengers. As our Bishops often remind us – our baptism is a calling to ministry ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Let Freedom Reign In The Church

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Feb 10, 2025

“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free” (Gal. 5:1).

Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. Thank you for freedom in Christ, for setting us free from sin and bondage. Today, we recommit ourselves to You and ask for a fresh anointing of knowledge, wisdom, and understanding. Lord, let freedom reign in the church; give me words pleasing to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-17, James 1:3, Romans 12:4-5, Galatians 5:19-21

Denomination: Other

A Church Set On Fire For God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 6, 2025

The church was never meant to be cold or lukewarm but to burn brightly for God. A church on fire will transform lives, shake the kingdom of darkness, and bring revival.

A CHURCH SET ON FIRE FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:14-16 "Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Has Left The Building!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 2, 2024

God may use persecution to compel the faithful to fulfil His commands. That was assuredly the case for the first church, and it may be the case in this day.

ACTS 8:1b-4 THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING! “There arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. Devout men buried Stephen and made great lamentation over him. But Saul was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Pride Destroys A Church Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 2, 2023

This is the seventh message in a series we're doing on 1st Corinthians. Today we're talking about how a little leaven will leaven the whole lump, and how Church discipline not only keeps the integrity of a congregation, but how it is actually a loving act to the sinning member.

Text: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING Now we've been in 1 Corinthians for a while, and we've seen Paul address a few of the issues that were going on in that Church. And I don't know about all you, but I'm thankful that God chose to add this book to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Proclamation Of The Church, Part 2

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 15, 2023

The church was established by the Lord Jesus Christ to proclaim the message of salvation to a lost and dying world. We need to remember that and repent of proclaiming anything else.

Ignorance is not listed as a gift of the Spirit. It is vital in these last days to know why you believe in the message of the Gospel and what makes up the essential doctrines of the faith. The Gospel is constantly being attacked by the forces of evil each passing day.Too many Christians have no ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, Mark 16:15, Titus 1:9, Acts 2:38, 1 Timothy 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Church Leaders Serving The People

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 16, 2023

In the foot-washing story, Jesus exemplifies servant leadership. Our church leaders should be exercising this idea.

Church Leaders Serving the People John 13:1-11 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 13:1 Now before the Feast of the Passover, Jesus knowing that His hour had come that He would depart out of this world to the Father, having loved His own who were in the world, He loved them to the end. 2 During ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Good At Church Bad At Christ

Contributed by Katherine Gilstrap on May 17, 2023

You have mastered being with Jesus BUT you gotta master your Walk with Judas

The preaching of Jesus is the key to all power, salvation, healing, deliverance, holiness etc. The preaching of the cross is the only avenue in which mankind can find forgiveness, security and spiritual well-being. It is not necessarily an easy road. It is filled with persecution, betrayal, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Other

The First People The Church Sent Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Sep 2, 2023

Jesus sent his disciples out on mission. But Acts 13 is the first time THE CHURCH sent people out on mission. They were Barnabas and Saul. It wasn't all plain sailing. But it was still totally worthwhile.

INTRODUCTION / LEAD IN I wonder if you’ve read The Lord of the Rings. In the first volume, The Fellowship of the Ring, Bilbo Baggins throws a party. Then, he suddenly vanishes! Gandalf the wizard knows how he’s done it: Bilbo has a ring with very special power, a ring that is gradually gaining ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build A Church (Spiritually) Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 11, 2023

We must remember that building any physical structure is a tool to build the church spiritually. You should know the Bible has a lot to say about building the church spiritually too.

Our church has been thinking a lot about our new building in our new location. Since the month of May three hundred loads of dirt has been delivered to prepare the lot. A foundation has been poured. Volunteers have worked security at the site around the clock. So many of us have given ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25, Matthew 17:20, Isaiah 56:7

Denomination: Baptist