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  • The Church Of Pergamum (The Indulgent Church) Series

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 8, 2009
     | 4,496 views

    examines the church of Pergamum to learn how it relates to us and the church today.

    “Revealing Revelations - III The Church of Pergamum (The indulgent church) September 13, 2009 Revelation 2:12-17 The city of Pergamum (or Pergamos in the KJV) was the center of an imperial cult. There were many cults and religions here – but ‘Gnosticism’ probably influenced them all – including ...read more

  • Live Churches Vs. Dead Churches

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,326 views

    If all that is happening in any church could be reproduced by human hype or ability, why should that church exist? Are we a Live Church or is our pulse weakening?

    Live Churches vs. Dead Churches Acts 5:12-20 12 The apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders among the people. And all the believers used to meet together in Solomon’s Colonnade. 13 No one else dared join them, even though they were highly regarded by the people. 14 Nevertheless, more ...read more

  • Don’t Go To Church - Be The Church

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 16,059 views

    Many of us have special uniforms (church clothes) that we don only on Sunday (church day), so we can go and attend worship (church service), giving God our tithes (church money). We have organized God out of life...

    That’s right – a Pastor is encouraging you to stop going to church; I really mean it! STOP! We’ve all become accustomed to simply going to church – as if church is a place. It’s not! Many of us have special uniforms (church clothes) that we don only on Sunday (church day), so we can go and ...read more

  • Church Growth Or Church Set Up Series

    Contributed by Brad Yock on Mar 14, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,258 views

    "A survival guide"

    What every Pastor, Church Leader and seminary student should know. What they don’t teach you in seminary, yet 8 out of 10 pastors fail as a direct result of a church expansion program. This is the most pro active, preventative advice available today. Empowering, enlightening and powerful. ...read more

  • The Sixth Church Of The Apocalypse - The Church Of Philadelphia Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 19, 2020
     | 5,134 views

    This is one of the two churches that Christ has no reproof for - other other being Smyrna. And it together with Smyrna are the only cities that still have a Christian church. The key is their perserverance. The catchword is " Be strong and faithful"

    The letter to the Church in Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13) This is the sixth letter to the seven churches in Asia that we find in Revelation Chapters 2 and 3. It is written to the Church at Philadelphia. It is one of the two Churches (the other being the letter to the Church in Smyrna) for ...read more

  • Todays Average Church’s Condittion

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 21, 2022
     | 2,038 views

    If all Churches were in shape to serve this world would be better off.

    TODAYS AVERAGE CHURCH’S CONDITTION Revelation 2:1—7 They are dead,cold formal religious . Most are afraid they will disturb uncaring saints. Distress the sophisticated sinner Diligent in service Ver.1-2 Busy going to meetings Buying and selling materials ...read more

  • A Great Church Is A Joyously Worshiping Church Series

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Apr 6, 2016
     | 4,699 views

    Jesus did die, but He didn’t stay dead! So a church service should not be like a funeral. Someone suggested that it is a memorial service, not for the dead, but by the dead! Perhaps that explains it.

    A Tour through Acts ~ part 8 A Great Church is a Joyously Worshiping Church Acts 2:46-47a Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. (+ NIV) ...read more

  • The Church’s Results Of Obeying God Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 15, 2024
     | 974 views

    What if the church had church, and collectively we just focused on Jesus? What kind of impact would we have if we were like-minded, and simply told others what Jesus has done? THIS was the first church's mission!

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 3 The Church’s Results of Obeying God Acts 2:13-47 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Might ask, “Why Acts?” Keep this in mind throughout this series: -- We’ve already unpacked the beginning of all ...read more

  • Church In The World Vs World In The Church Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Feb 21, 2025
     | 285 views

    Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    “Church in the World vs World in the Church” 1 Peter 3:8-12 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter3 “8 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; 9 not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, ...read more

  • The Results Of The First Church’s Persecution Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 4, 2024
     | 622 views

    The 1st church scattered under persecution – but they were not defeated – nor were they afraid! They had a drive to proclaim what Jesus had done outside their safe place, exactly as Jesus said they would.

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 10 The Results of the First Church’s Persecution Acts 8:1-25 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) No Wed night for adults this week – resuming Mar 13th! (Ecclesiastes) Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 ...read more

  • The Role Of The Church In Today's Society (Indian Church)

    Contributed by Rev. Ashish Hirday on Nov 11, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,051 views

    Today we are living in pluralistic country that is India. Church is the body of Christ and it has a specific role the play in this pluralistic nation.

    The Role of the Church in today's society! Ephesians 3: 10 -12 and Act 2: 42-47. Introduction: We are living in a age where Christians are being persecuted in many nations. 1. ISIS Islamic state in Iraq and Syria have killed many Christians in Iraq. They are not sparing ladies nor Children. You ...read more

  • Yes Virginia, There Is A Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Rick Macdonald on Aug 8, 2001
    based on 22 ratings
     | 3,770 views

    The church, not city hall, department stores or governments, is charged with witnessing to the gospel, and reminding the world the reason for the birth of Jesus.

    YES VIRGINIA, THERE IS A RESURRECTION Pastor Rick MacDonald December 17, 2000 1 Corinthians 15:14 - and if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is vain, your faith also is vain. Introduction: We should have come to realize a long time ago that Christmas is not ruled from Jerusalem or ...read more

  • The Ancient Office Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,463 views

    The one office we see early in the book of Genesis that continues through eternity in the Book of Revelation is the office of elder! This office is so important that every Christian should understand and support it.

    The Ancient Office (I Peter 5:1-4) 1. A pastor thought God gave Him an idea, and he presented it in the monthly elders meeting. After giving his most impassioned plea and really “selling” the idea to the elder board, the board voted and voted down the pastors proposed changes 12-1. The head elder ...read more

  • Partner Through Membership

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 6, 2013
     | 4,296 views

    Message #1 of a series including this, #2: Support through StewardSHIP; #3: Participate through OwnerSHIP (serving in ministry); #4 Grow Deep through fellowSHIP (homegroups and small groups).

    Partner Through Membership Series: Get on the Ship Chuck Sligh January 6, 2013 (A PowerPoint presentation for this message is available by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com.) TEXT: Acts 9:26 – “And when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he assayed [attempted] to join himself to the ...read more

  • Law & Order

    Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Aug 4, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,908 views

    The current uprising that America is experiencing is evidence that the basic Christian tenets upon which our nation was built are NOT being transferred or adequately taught. Man, instead of evolving upward, appears to be reverting back to barbarianism, where "might makes right"

    LAW & ORDER OPEN: 23 People Have Died Since Violence Erupted Following George Floyd’s Death - in New York City, shootings have surged by more than 358% this year - Atlanta had record violence over July 4th weekend. - CNN reports that 5 police officers had been killed in 9 days - Officer Down ...read more