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  • The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,392 views

    This sermon explores the role of the church as a unifying force and its responsibility as the pillar and foundation of truth in society.

    Good morning, family! What a joy to be here with you all again. You know, as we gather here, week after week, I often find myself reflecting on the power of our shared faith and the strength of our community. We're not just a collection of individuals, but a church, bound together by our belief in ...read more

  • We Exist To Fellowship And Care

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002
    based on 136 ratings
     | 12,953 views

    This sermon was the 4th in a 5 part series on defining the mission of our church. This one deals with developing fellowship and caring within the church.

    May 27, 2001 1 John 1:3-10 “We exist to fellowship and to care” INTRODUCTION In the fall of the year, Linda, a young woman, was traveling alone up the rutted and rugged highway from Alberta, Canada to the Yukon. Linda didn’t know you don’t travel to Whitehorse alone in a rundown Honda ...read more

  • Should Churches Do Business?

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Aug 3, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,261 views

    A church should be an active, contributing member of its community, rather than a closed-off mini-community that keeps to itself and this can extend to becoming involved in business or in the business community.

    Churches in business Luke 19:13 - So he called ten of his servants, delivered to them ten minas, and said to them, “Do business till I come.” God always intended for the priesthood to reinvest a portion of the tithe, with the expectation of a return. It was part of His plan to show ...read more

  • Be The Church!

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 2, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 47,090 views

    This is an alliterated, textual sermon on "being the church", using Phoebe as an example. PowerPoint is avaible too, just e-mail me.

    BE THE CHURCH! Scott R. Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL A mega-church in Vista, California made headlines last October when they canceled all of their worship services over the weekend. Rather then meeting together in an air-conditioned sanctuary, North Coast Church closed its ...read more

  • The Church

    Contributed by Mark Lennon on Apr 25, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 15,236 views

    This is a simple sermon on the purpose of the church using the word CHURCH as an acrostic for the outline.

    CHURCH 1. The Church is not the building. 2. This sermon is an acrostic. Matthew 16:18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. {Peter: this name signifies a rock} Romans 15:1-16 “C” (Verses ...read more

  • Be The Church Series

    Contributed by Tom Owen on Dec 7, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,536 views

    Learning how to be the church in today's world through learning from the book of Acts.

    It’s good to get a time of refreshing…What does God want for our church in 2009? You know, we’ve been going through the book of John for the last year and a half having just finished it before the holidays. And the book of John ends with Jesus preparing His disciples for His ...read more

  • The Beauty In A Ugly Church

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,176 views

    There is some many problems in the church. You can become discouraged. But if you look into the church, you will see more beauty than ever.

    THE BEAUTY IN A UGLY CHURCH TEXT: EPH. 5:26-27 THEME: THERE IS BEAUTY IN AN IMPERFECT CHURCH Sometimes you can see too much of a church. My friend always warned me of this. In ministry you will see the cuts and the blemishes on the church. You will see too much of the people. This was ...read more

  • The Church

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Mar 18, 2008
     | 6,288 views

    The fellowship grows as the body is built up.

    If you would like the power point and word file email the title in the subject line (jaywmc@aol.com) Ephesians 3:20-21 “When People Ask…” “As we trust God, all that he plans to do will be accomplished in our lives.” Sunday morning Sermon 01.23.07 Intro: (Start with title and text) I am amazed at ...read more

  • For The Church

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Mar 9, 2009
     | 11,367 views

    This sermon examines the keys to being faithful and doing service "for" the Lord and His church.

    On March 6, 1836 a famous battle occurred in San Antonio, Texas at a place called the Alamo. This battle was a turning point in the battle for Texas. A group of approximately 200 soldiers, farmers, and frontiersmen fought a valiant battle against an over-whelming Mexican army of approximately 3,000 ...read more

  • Two Are Better Than One Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 12, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,804 views

    Based Ecc. 4:9-12 - This sermon encourages believers to develop intentional relationships within the Body of Christ.

    “TWO ARE BETTER THAN ONE” Ecc. 4:9-12 FBCF – 10/11/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – I want to jump right into this sermon today & get to the text as quickly as we can. Today: INTENTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS. All of us need some intentional relationships that will keep us moving forward in our walk w/ Christ. ...read more

  • Deepening Faith

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 10, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,650 views

    ." When we accept Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, we begin the lifelong process of spiritual growth called sanctification. The Holy Spirit works in us to become more like Jesus. God’ accepts us as we are but calls us to become like him. (based on outline

    Deepening Faith Colossians 2:6-8, 2 Peter 3:18, Hebrews 6:1 Billy and Ruth Graham were driving through a long stretch of road construction and encountered numerous slowdowns, detours, and stops along the way. Finally they reached the end of the construction, and smooth pavement stretched out ...read more

  • The Church

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 16, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 17,493 views

    Had the church been built upon any other person than Christ, it would never be able to withstand the torment of Hades. It is not one of the wonders of this world - it is THE wonder of this world.

    A huge metal structure was built in 1889 for an international exposition. It was larger than anything that was built like it before, and it was considered by many as a ‘monstrosity that was to grotesque to see.’ But the creator, who had spent over a year building it, knew it was destined for ...read more

  • Burn Baby Burn

    Contributed by Dean Defino on Aug 12, 2023
     | 1,485 views

    The passion that God has for each of us should ignite our hearts to have a burning zeal for the Lord

    Burn baby burn Super Excited LORD, your hand is lifted high, but they do not see it. Let them see your zeal for your people and be put to shame; (Isa. 26:11 NIV) His disciples remembered that it is written: "Zeal for your house will consume me." (Jn. 2:17 NIV) Never be lacking in ...read more

  • Maturity Levels Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 22, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,675 views

    There are four maturity levels in the Christian life. John explores each level, the strengths and weaknesses of each in this delightful passage.

    Levels of Maturity 1 John 2:12-14 Ill. The work of Japanese painter Hokusai spanned many years before his death in 1849 at age 89. But toward the end of his life, the artist dismissed as nothing all the work he had done before age 50. It was only after he reached 70 that he felt he was turning out ...read more

  • Playing To Win

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 17, 2011
     | 6,493 views

    We need to develop a culture of winning in the church today.

    September 18, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Acts 4:1-22 Subject: Gaining Victory Title: Playing to Win I love to watch pro football. I am not a football fan but really am just a home team fan. I loved the football Cardinals when they were in St. Louis and despised them when the moved to Arizona. I ...read more