Sermons on Church Appreciation: showing 766-780 of 144,999

The Church In Jerusalem

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Feb 6, 2010

That church was the hottest church in the New Testament...or since. They were the poorest church (Paul took offerings from other churches to support them) and yet they won more souls and offered the greatest threat to Satan. They suffered more and yet had

Acts 6:7 THE CHURCH IN JERUSALEM 7So the word of God spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem increased rapidly, and a large number of priests became obedient to the faith. The verse we have just read is an excellent description of the church in Jerusalem. That church was the hottest church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Church Discipline Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 6, 2010

In many churches around the world today, the subject of church discipline is marginalised, downplayed or ignored. Many modern churches worried about the excesses in church discipline that have occurred throughout history, have regrettably allowed a severe

No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. Hebrews 12:11 In many churches around the world today, the subject of church discipline is marginalised, downplayed or ignored. Many ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ekklesia - The Church Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010

The 9th sermon in our series on the Baptist Faith and Message

Ekklesia – the Church (BFM #9) Text: Ephesians 4:4 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Well we are continuing our study of the BFM and today we are on article 6, the article on the Church (Read BFM article 6 – the church). I think that the doctrine of the church is one of the most misunderstood, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church Discipline Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 10, 2010

The 10th in our series on the Baptist Faith and Message

Church Discipline (BFM # 10 ) Text: 1st Corinthians 5:1 – 11 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Now if you remember last time we talked about article six of the BFM – The Church and I told you all that there were certain essential ministries that the church does. The first one was the preaching of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Vision For Church

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 5, 2009

how we are to be church in this broken world

A Vision for Church 9But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. 10Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Will The Church Be Saved?

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 17, 2009

Will the Church be saved? Yes! When we learn to pray prayers that are not shallow, short, or simplistic; but pray prayers that cause God to say Amen.

"Will the Church be Saved? Text: 2 Chronicles 7: 1 - 3 Focus: 2 Chronicles 7:1 "When Solomon finished praying, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifice, and the glory of the Lord filled the temple." Last week our Pastor challenged us with the message, "Can the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Healthy Church? Series

Contributed by James Parker on Apr 29, 2011

I want to begin a new series, not very long, but long enough. Several months ago, I noticed that I was reading quite frequently about churches closing the doors. This bothered me then, but apparently not enough to preach about it. But God has brought it t

I want to begin a new series, not very long, but long enough. Several months ago, I noticed that I was reading quite frequently about churches closing the doors. This bothered me then, but apparently not enough to preach about it. But God has brought it to my attention again. I kind of feel like ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

Church Discipline Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 1, 2011

We conclude our lesson about the discipline of immoral church members by looking at the extent of discipline.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the discipline of church members engaged in blatant and unrepentant sin. Let’s learn about this in a message I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Church?

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 3, 2011

This may be one of the most misunderstood concepts in the Christian faith. A look into the word of God in Matthew brings to light the amazing calling that Jesus intends for us.

What is Church? Listen to Matthew 16:13-28. Pay attention to how Jesus describes "Church," his path, and our relationship with Him. Matthew 16:18 gives us the first mention of the English word “church” in the New Testament. In all of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John this word “church” only occurs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Maladies Of The Church

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Feb 6, 2013

Some spiritual sicknesses of the church... Tongue in cheek sermon

Maladies of the Church Judges 16:20 "I suffer from sexually transmitted disease.... life." (((Story of man moving bricks from top of a building.))) http://www.ahajokes.com/fp057.html 1. Spiritual Anemia Judges 16:20 "And he wist not that the Spirit had departed from him." 2. Poor ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20

Denomination: Baptist

A Church Member

Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Feb 23, 2013

This sermon discuss what it means to be a member of the Lord's church both locally and globally.

The Way of A Church Member Introduction: Jerry is always quoting Scripture and preaching at work. He talks about the end times and return of Christ. He leads a small prayer group on Thursday AM and he is basically the Chaplin for the company. When people have questions about the bible people ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Church In The City Series

Contributed by Matt Smith on Mar 5, 2013

We have our security and our significance from God. Stop asking for things that He already gave you and start believing that you have them and act on the fact that they’re true.

*Pastor’s Note: All of my sermons are transcribed by the amazing saints at Barabbas Road Church. The sermons will have minor spelling, gramatical and contextual errors. If you wish to listen or view a sermon from Barabbas Road Church please visit our website at www.barabbasroadchurch.com. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Of The Church Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 11, 2013

Spiritual warfare in the Church can be won by the blood of the Lamb, the word of our testimony and not loving life more than the cause. Some insights on the Battle of the Church and the need for unity.

The Battle of the Church 1 Corinthians 1:10-13. Satan attacks the Christian, the family, and the Church. Efforts to defeat Satan in the family and Church will have little effect unless the battle of the mind is experiencing victory. However, when God’s people walk with Him, we find peace in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Church

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 23, 2013

What kind of Church has Jesus established?

March 24, 2013 Morning Worship Text: Luke 9:1-6; 10:1,17-20 Subject: The Church Title: What We Believe Part 5 – We Are The Church This is our fifth week of studying about what we believe. I want to begin with Matthew chapter 16 and the words of Jesus. How many of you believe that if we read ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Rapture Of The Church

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Dec 3, 2013

Could you imagine the sudden confusion that may take place on the earth? Can you imagine the headlines in the newspapers all over the world immediately after the rapture, “Millions missing from every parts of the world”

THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH Beloved, It’s wonderful being in the presence of the Lord. I know the Lord is good for you and your loved ones. I know you’re being enjoying the presence of your Maker. A second in His presence is more than a thousand hours in the presence of the kings of this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18

Denomination: Anglican