Sermons on Church Evangelism:

A Church For Today

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 9, 2009

This message calls the church, collectively and individually, to be "up to date" in their mission of reaching people.

“A Church for Today” 1 Corinthians 9:19-24 * Among the church culture in America it has become common to identify local churches with some troubling terms; “Contemporary or Traditional.” Why do I say these terms are troubling? Because the meaning of these words in this context has little to do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Church At Ephesus Series

Contributed by Sam Gordon on Sep 18, 2006

a look at the church at Ephesus

Seven Letters to the Seven Churches (01) Revelation 2:1-7 Today we’re commencing a short series of seven studies looking at Revelation chapters 2 and 3. The focal point of these studies is on the seven letters to the seven churches. The title I have given to these is very apt and appropriate – ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Reach Out Don't Freak Out

Contributed by Greg Stier on Jan 16, 2007

As good as we are as a church when it comes to leading people to Jesus I wonder how good we could become if every member of this church was actively reaching out to their friends with the gospel message? Are you? When’s the last time you shared the gospe

It’s great to be back here at Grace preaching once again. This is my home church and I’m very proud of what God is doing here. I travel all across the nation preaching the Word of God. In many of my sermons I hold Grace Church up as a shining example of what it means to have a church that takes the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Church 101 Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2005

God’s template for church gatherings is straightforward. Let’s look at four focuses that describe what a church should accomplish internally, though not always all at once, but through its overall ministry.

Church 101 (Acts 2:40-47) 1. Sometimes people do not like to think too much: A fellow stopped at a gas station and, after filling the tank on his car, he paid the bill and bought a soft drink. He stood by his car to drink his cola and he watched a couple of men working along the roadside. One ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by David Taylor on Nov 30, 2004

The five purposes of every church

The Purpose of Christian Community Church Moving Ahead Together, Part 1 September 5, 2004 There is no such thing in the Christian life as maintenance only movement - forward or backward. If you are not growing spiritually then you are dying spiritually. There is no way getting around that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Empowered Church Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jan 13, 2007

Today we are living in a church society, that has redefined what the church is all about.

THE EMPOWERED CHURCH Acts 2:1-7 Today we are living in a church society, that has redefined what the church is all about. Grant it so that the church, particularly the Black Church had its part in our history. It was the Black Church that helped in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Is Apostolic Series

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Apr 1, 2021

The entire Christian church agrees that the church is, or is supposed to be "apostolic" in nature. And yet as you might expect, there are several different explanations of just what it means to be a part of the apostolic church.

Ephesians 2:14-22 The entire Christian church agrees that the church is, or is supposed to be "apostolic" in nature. And yet as you might expect, there are several different explanations of just what it means to be a part of the apostolic church. THE APOSTOLIC POSITION Some people say ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Influence With Outsiders Series

Contributed by David Zetterberg on Feb 6, 2012

We as Christians are at our best when we are personally growing in our intimacy with God, community with insiders, and influence with outsiders. (Special thanks to North Point Community Church for the 3 Vital Relationships concept.)

Three Vital Relationships: Influence with Outsiders We are wrapping up our Three Vital Relationships series this morning. We have talked about the importance of our relationship with God and our relationship with those who are a part of our church family. This morning I want to talk about the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Connecting Our Community To Christ

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 7, 2010

One of the purposes of the church is to connect our community to Christ. How do we do this?

Text: John 4:1-54 Title: Connecting our community to Christ Introduction A banner – with our church name/ slogan •Who we are –Calvary A.O.G. •What we are all about/slogan “Connecting our community to Christ.” 3 key ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-54

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Manifestation Of Children Of God On Earth!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 30, 2008

In this sermon outline we see the need of the Church is to let the Holy Spirit work through them. The supreme task of the Church is the evangelism of the word but many times we see the almost impossible task and forget that the Church is the most powerf

Manifestation of children of God on earth! In this sermon outline we see the need of the Church is to let the Holy Spirit work through them. The supreme task of the Church is the evangelism of the word but many times we see the almost impossible task and forget that the Church is the most ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:19-31

The Scattered Church

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 11, 2002

God has one desire for us: to go and share the good news!

THE SCATTERED CHURCH ACTS 8: 1-8, 26-40 AUGUST 11, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Who knew it was so simple. Asking children in my Sunday school class, “If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would I get to heaven?” “NO”! The children answered. “If I cleaned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Rapture Of The Church

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 27, 2003

What is the rapture and how should we live in light of the coming rapture?

Text: I Thessalonians 4: 13- 5:11 Title: The rapture of the church. Introduction The next two great events in the history of the church are; 1.The end-time revival 2.The rapture of the church. The word “rapture” is not found in the bible. The word rapture is a translation of the Latin word ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preachers And Churches

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Good preacher-church relations begin with the preacher.

Thesis: Good preacher-church relations begin with the preacher. Intro.: 1. Opening remarks. 2. Illust. A preacher's wife in a large church once asked a new member how he liked his new church home. "Great! The church is friendly, I love the building, the singing is excellent, and the teaching ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:15

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

Why The Church?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 6, 2014

Yes, this comes from Ray Hollenbach at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/pastors-preaching-articles/ray-hollenbach-why-the-church-six-bold-preaching-points-1971.asp Adapted it for a Sunday night sermon

HoHum: You Know You're Visiting a Bad Church If... The usher asks if you prefer the smoking or non-smoking section. Baptismal tank has a wave-maker machine. Sign out front has latest preacher’s name written with dry erase markers. WBTU: It’s difficult to stand in defense of church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ