Sermons on Church Governance:

Three Men Who Went To Church

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 28, 2014

A sermon about the spiritual condition of those who attend church.

"Three Men Who Went to Church" 1 Corinthians 2:14 But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. Paul spoke of three different men in his letter to the church at Corinth; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Church—the Body Of Christ

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 30, 2014

The Early Church worked together--looked out for each other--and were faithful to their Lord.

The Church—The Body of Christ Acts 2:4242 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. Acts 4:33."And with great power gave the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church That Makes Our Lord Sick Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 11, 2014

A study of the 7 letters to the 7 churches of Revelation covering the last one to the Laodiceans

Revelation 3: 14 – 22 The Church That Makes Our Lord Sick 14 “And to the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write, ‘These things says the Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God: 15 “I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Letters To The Seven Churches - No 5 Sardis Series

Contributed by Alan Hamilton-Messer on Jun 22, 2014

These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits[b]of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead

The letter to Sardis Rev:3:1-6 Sardis was probably the oldest of the seven cities, probably being founded at the very beginning of the Iron Age, possibly as early as 1000 BC. In it's past it had been the capital of the Kingdom of Lydia and it had become very rich and prosperous. It was also ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Letters To The Seven Churches - No 6 Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Alan Hamilton-Messer on Jun 22, 2014

The city of Philadelphia was founded by King Eumenes about 200 years before the birth of Jesus. It was named after his brother who was called Attalus Philadelphus. The name of the town, which is Greek, means literally the City of brotherly Love.

The Letter to Philadelphia Reading Rev 1:9-11 & 3:7-13 The city of Philadelphia was founded by King Eumenes about 200 years before the birth of Jesus. It was named after his brother who was called Attalus Philadelphus. The name of the town, which is Greek, means literally the City of brotherly ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Letters To The Seven Churches - No 7 Laodicea Series

Contributed by Alan Hamilton-Messer on Jun 22, 2014

I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm--neither hot nor cold--I am about to spit you out of my mouth.

Reading Rev 3:14-22 "To the angel of the church in Laodicea The postman has reached his final destination. This is the last of the 7 churches written about in the Book of Revelation. The city of Laodicea was located roughly 45 miles south of Philadelphia. It occupied an almost square plateau ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Steadfast In Prayers: The First Church In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jul 14, 2014

The birth of the Church commences the Growth of the Church by the Spirit and the Word.

Steadfast in Prayers: The First Church of Jerusalem (2) Acts 2:42: “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” As the God’s Heavenly Holy Spirit is sent down upon those gathered at Pentecost in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

The Kind Of People We Find In The Church Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 28, 2014

This sermon deals with the giving to the church by Joseph, Ananias and his wife Sapphira, and the change that came on the church because of God's judgment on a sinful couple.

THOSE WHO ARE FOUND IN THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Acts 4;32-5:16 Dorn Ridge Church of Christ Audio Link to sermon: http://chirb.it/Ag3PrB INTRODUCTION: 1.) This morning I want us to make an examination of Acts 4 and 5, looking at three types of people we will find in almost any Church. 2.) My ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rich And Poor In The Church Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013

There are no 'untouchables' with God!

RICH AND POOR IN THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST. James 2:1-17. James 2:1. The Greek of this section of the letter of James begins somewhat abruptly: “My brethren, not with partialities!” The impact of the whole sentence is: “Do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ with respect of persons.” ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baptism As It Is Seen In The Bible And Church History

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Aug 26, 2014

This sermon looks at Baptism in the Bible compared withthe changes that have taken place in the church over the past 2,000 years.

BAPTISM AS IT IS SEEN IN THE BIBLE AND CHURCH HISTORY Acts 2:37-38; Eph. 4:1-6 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Though I may often refer to Baptism, and briefly speak of its significance, it is not so often that I actually would have a sermon specifically dealing with this Biblical doctrine. 2.) It is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-38, Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Design For The Church Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 8, 2014

God's design: Men who mobilize men and women for ministry.

One of the dangers of topical preaching, like the series that we’re in the midst of right now, is that for me as a pastor, it’s easy to focus on topics that I’m comfortable with and to ignore others that may not be quite as comfortable for me or for you. The other danger is that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Church; Are You A Salty Saint

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Sep 23, 2014

This sermon encourages the church to be seasoning to the world to witness and to help them see why the church is dying today and why .

WE ARE THE CHURCH: "Are You a Salty Saint?" Matthew 5:13 INTRODUCTION: How valuable is salt? 40 million tons are required each year to fill our needs in the U.S. ?Homer called it divine ? Plato called it a "substance dear to the gods." ? Shakespeare ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Heals An Evil Spirit In The Church

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Oct 5, 2014

It is naïve to think that an evil spirit can’t come into a church. Or invade your home, or think that you are immune to the devils attacks. This is the first example of Jesus' power to heal the spiritual afflictions that possessed the human soul.

Jesus Heals an Evil Spirit in the Church “In the synagogue there was a man possessed by a demon, an impure spirit.” Luke 4:31-37 Intro: The city of Capernaum was on the northwest shore of the Sea of Galilee. It was a fishing village and along the major route about 200 miles from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deacons: Shared Service In The Local Church

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 12, 2014

A sermon on the role of deacons and their responsibilities.

Deacons: Shared Service in the Local Church Chuck Sligh September 7, 2014 TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 6 INTRODUCTION Today we’re going to jump ahead three or four chapters in our study through Acts to introduce our deacon selection process. By the time of Acts 6, the early ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Reason - I Love My Church Series

Contributed by Jay Benedick Sandoval on Oct 13, 2014

Anyone can hate someone else for no apparent reason but we cannot love someone without any reason. We all have a reason why we love someone, something, someplace, etc. What is the reason to love the Church

The Church existed because of people loving each other. It goes to show that if we truly love our Church, we must show how much we love the people in our Church. Here are simple ways to show our love for the people in our Church: Do not neglect meeting together (Hebrews 10: 25). We have a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational