Sermons on Church Finance:

Sardis: The Sleeping Church Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

The apostle John is asked by the resurrected and victorious Christ to write to the seven churches of Asia, a message that, although directed to specific churches, applies to the church universal.

A. Revelation 3:1-2a (READ) 1. Okay, I have a question for you, and I want to be completely honest. “How many of you have ever fallen asleep in church?” (I think some are ASLEEP right now and didn’t even hear the question.) 2. When Christ says, “WAKE UP!” He’s not referring to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Philadelphia: The Enduring Church Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

The apostle John is asked by the resurrected and victorious Christ to write to the seven churches of Asia, a message that, although directed to specific churches, applies to the church universal.

A. Revelation 3:7 (READ) 1. Does a church have to be LARGE in number in order to EFFECTIVELY serve Christ? a. Ask the church of Sardis that we studied last week. COMMENT: From all indication of their REPUTATION, they were a LARGE, ACTIVE church, but they weren’t making an impact on ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Laodicea: The Lukewarm Church Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

The apostle John is asked by the resurrected and victorious Christ to write to the seven churches of Asia, a message that, although directed to specific churches, applies to the church universal.

A. Revelation 3:14 (READ) 1. Of the seven churches of Asia Minor, the church of Laodicea was the only one that Christ has NOTHING good to say about it whatsoever. a. Sardis was a DEAD church, but Jesus said “some of them were still alive and had not been polluted by their ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of A Praying Church

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 3, 2023

In Acts 12. we see the power that's at our disposal if we will seek God in intercessory prayer. Peter was going to be executed the next morning, but because Christians prayed, God sent an angel. He'll do it today if we pray! This message will preach!

THE POWER OF A PRAYING CHURCH Acts 12:1-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHERE JESUS WAS BORN 1. A backwoods Texan asked a woman to marry him and she said, “We can’t get married unless you’re a Christian.” So he went to a Catholic church and said he wanted to join. 2. The priest said, “Well, you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pray For The Persecuted Church

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 1, 2019

There are millions of christians in other countries who are facing horrible persecution for their faith. They are family to us and we need to pray for them.

You’ve probably noticed that I am always interested in history. I feel that you just can’t understand the way the world is today without learning how we got here. I was a history major in college. And one expression of that interest is learning about my own ancestors, genealogy. I am blessed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20, 2 Timothy 3:12

As Christ Loved The Church

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on May 14, 2025

Theme: How does the image of marriage (according to Paul) show us the relationship between Christ and the church?

O Lord, let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. If you are asked to submit to someone, how do you picture this happening? You probably think of obeying someone who is above you. Someone who has more authority than you. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Church Unity By Humility Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 22, 2023

Diversity inside the body of Christ happens when the members take on the same mindset as Christ and humble themselves by looking out for the needs of others rather than that of their own!

Unity by Imitating Christ’s Humility Philippians 2:1-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What does Christ mean to you? After Apostle Paul finished advising the Philippians the way to handle persecution was to live a life worthy of the Gospel by standing firm in one ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Characteristics Of A Great Church Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 26, 2023

This great church at Jerusalem is a God-given example of the characteristics necessary for a great church. I would suggest that each person read and meditate on the Acts chapter 4 to become intimately acquainted with God’s idea of a great church. I

Sermon -The Characteristics of a Great Church Scripture Lesson: Acts 4:23-33 “As soon as they were freed, Peter and John returned to the other believers and told them what the leading priests and elders had said. 24 When they heard the report, all the believers lifted their voices together in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-33, Acts 4:8-14, Acts 8:35, John 16:33, Acts 5:15-16, Acts 2:46-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Why Go To Church?

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 26, 2023

What does Jesus say about the church? is it important in our lives?

Why go to church? Selective verses Good Morning Everyone- We are glad that you are here. Prayer- I want to speak with you about “The church.” The church is a building and church is people. The church is people who go to church and the people who go to church trying to get other people to go ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Nazarene

The Body Of Christ (Church)

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 26, 2023

What is the body of Christ and how does it function?

The Body of Christ (Church) 1 Corinthians 12:12-19 Ephesians 4: Good morning, I am glad you’re here today- Were continuing our message on the church- last week we hit it hard. That the church was the idea and plan of God for His people and those who wanted to find a relationship with God. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19, Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Is Your Church Loved

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 27, 2023

Beware of popularity.

If everyone loves your church you are doing something wrong because all that live godly SHALL suffer persecution yet if you are suffering persecution you may be doing something wrong because you may be suffering for your own faults not for the cause of Christ. Check yourself and if you are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10, 1 Peter 2:19, 1 Peter 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

Week Four The Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023

A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY

THE CHURCH OR A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY I. INTRODUCTION This lesson addresses the importance and history of the church. Doctrines are often misunderstood or abused, and the doctrine of the church is no exception. Differences in understanding church membership and its importance can be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Model Church – 1 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Oct 28, 2019

The universal church of God is losing its sheen in the society because the church is everything but spirituality. Survey says that only 10% of the churches are genuine churches that teach the Word and make Disciples of Christ.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured The universal church of God is losing its sheen in the society because the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1, 1 Thessalonians 1:2-3, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"How They Got To Church”

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 2, 2025

Today is Easter Sunday. It is the Day of Resurrection. Today it is estimated that over 140 million Americans will attend church for Easter.

“How They Got To Church” “And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. 19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pentecost And The Foundation Of The Church

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 4, 2025

We are called to work for God in the spiritual harvest and as a result we have three responsibilities for the success of the operation. 1. We need to hear what God is saying to us and obey him; 2. we need to ask for power to preach the Gospel; and 3. we need to know our Scripture well.

Corby Glen 08-06-2025 Introduction The fifty days between Passover and Pentecost following Jesus’ Crucifixion must have been incredibly strange time for the 11 remaining apostles (Judas having committed suicide) and the other disciples who had not deserted Jesus. The Jewish inhabitants of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, Genesis 11:1-11

Denomination: Anglican