Sermons on Church Growth Evangelism:

Let Us Rise Up And Build

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Feb 5, 2010

Motivational sermon to move forward in the work of the church.

LET US RISE UP AND BUILD! Nehemiah 2:17-20 By Cleavon Matthews October 7, 2007 INTRODUCTION Nehemiah is motivated. Nehemiah is inspired. The urgency is because ‘the survivors who are left from the captivity in the province are there in great distress and reproach. The wall of Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding A Family Series

Contributed by Troy Horne on Mar 28, 2009

A study of aspects of a functional family of God

“Finding a Family” 1. The idea of “finding a family” might sound a little funny at first because you know and I know that we don’t get much of a choice as to who our parents are. The doctor picks us up, spanks us, and says, “here you go, mom and dad.” At no time are we, the child, offered ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Holiness

What’s In It For Me Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 13, 2010

Taking this popular mantra and applying it to James 1:12, the message brings to light how thin and shallow this approach to life really is.

How to Do Life What’s In It for ME? James 1:12 * (Show the title on the screen.) Please read this phrase with me (read). Last week I Googled this phrase and returned 414,000,000 hits. We live in a “What’s in it for me (WIIFM)” culture. It begins with people’s approach to government which only ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

God's Building Program Series

Contributed by James Jack on Jan 8, 2010

Rely on God to build his church and our eternal home.

Nehemiah 2:11 – 3:5 Before we get into this passage today, I’ve got an important announcement to make. It’s appropriate that I make it as we look at this passage about Nehemiah’s plan to rebuild the wall of Jerusalem. I haven’t spoken to anyone else about this yet ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

I Write To You Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 30, 2010

Consider the different groups to whom John wrote and what he wrote. 1- I write to you children 2- I write to you young men 3- I write to you fathers

INTRO.- I write to you. Does anybody write anymore? What has happened to the art of writing? One reason is poor penmanship. ILL.- Penmanship And Brilliance. A handwriting study made at one of our large universities has come up with the discovery that the smarter a person is, the worse his ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Si Conoces El Plan Puedes Enfrentarlo Mejor Series

Contributed by Pastor Junior Lemus on Oct 20, 2011

Cuando conocemos las artimañas y las estrategias de Satanas como nuestro enemigo, para el cristiano sera mas facil poder entender cuales son los planes y los propositos que el tiene, asi podremos defendernos y contra atacar mejor.

Si conoces el plan; puedes enfrentarlo mejor Pastor Mariano Lemus Jr. Predicado en J.E.S.E.G. Central Guatemala 09/25/2011 2 Corintios 2:11 (DHH) Introducción: Te podrás estar preguntando a que plan me refiero, y porque si lo conoces puedes enfrentarlo mejor, bueno me refiero al plan que Satanás ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Momentum

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Jun 28, 2012

This is the second in a series of three sermons taken from Wayne Schmidt's book, "Ministry Velocity: The Power for Leadership Momentum" as it related to us moving from a rented facility toward the purchase of a dedicated worship facility.

Momentum Scripture: Joshua 3 The momentum is building - no pun intended. Can you feel it? Today, we’re going to talk about momentum. Here’s a definition of momentum from Wikpedia: In classical mechanics, linear momentum or translational momentum is the product of the mass and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

What We Learn From Fishing

Contributed by Michael Ward on May 4, 2013

Successful fisherman are properly prepared and dedicated to their craft; called to be "fishers of men," Christians must also be dedicated to our calling.

Introduction A. Matthew 4:18-22. B. Think for a moment of the positive results of fishing. 1. Fishing is a healthy, fresh-air activity, very relaxing (for the most part). 2. Fishing provides a perfect setting for fun and togetherness with family and friends. 3. Fishing is a good way to make new ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

The Final Product

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 18, 2013

Our goal is to grow to be like Christ, exemplified by a certain belief, conduct, values, priorities and relationships. We are to make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with Him.

RECAP – 2 Pet 3:8-13 • Peter reminded the people of the impending return of Christ and the end of this world by fire. • We are to THINK ETERNAL and invest in things that cannot be burned up, because what we do today has a bearing for the world to come. • The fact that HEAVEN ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

First Timothy Chapter Two Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 15, 2018

This is a verse by verse look at First Timothy chapter two.

1 Timothy Chapter 2 (What you will find here are my notes from a Bible Study I am attending on 1 Timothy. I hope they will prove helpful. AMP – Amplified Bible. MSG – Message Bible. BBE – Bible in Basic English. The main text I am using is the New American Standard Version.) PRAY FOR ALL ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Word That Makes Us Bolder In Faith

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 17, 2015

Jesus said that the Father is "pleased" to give us the Kingdom. That's significant in giving us confidence in His willingness to back us as we move forward for the Kingdom.

A QUESTION: Was the church a good plan? - We look around at the questionable things that sometimes happen in the name of the church and have to wonder, “Was this a good idea?” I know I’ve wondered. - Is God up there shaking His head at us? What is God’s view of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32

Denomination: Baptist

Individual Work Versus Team Work Series

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on May 24, 2015

The greatest message that can prove that Jesus is real, that can draw others to the Lord, and bring about church enlargement is simply a body of believers working together in love and unity; a church that manifests and demonstrates TEAMWORK

During Jesus’ earthly ministry He gave us a model on how to do ministry work. Jesus approach to ministry was to select a team of people to work closely together to achieve a common goal. Though Jesus was God in human form, though He had all wisdom, knowledge and understanding, He didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Avoid The Offense

Contributed by Andre King on Sep 15, 2015

In John 3 Jesus is speaking to Nicodemus, a religious man, about religion yet Jesus doesn't offend Israel's teacher with His superior knowledge. How can we imitate Jesus in this. How can I avoid offending and taking offense?

IT SEEMS THAT THE OLDER I GET, THE MORE I AM OFFENDED. I’M OFFENDED BY A LOT OF THE MUSIC I HEAR ON THE RADIO. I’’M OFFENDED BY MANY OF THE THINGS I SEE ON TELEVISION AND IN THE MEDIA. I’M OFFENDED BY BUMPER STICERS. BY TEE SHIRTS. BY THE TITLES OF BOOKS. I’M ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Contributed by David Roth on Sep 19, 2015

Proper 6 (b) Christ Himself grows His church by His eternal Word, in and through us, and for and to others.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “How does your garden grow?” Do you garden much? Do you have a garden this year? We had a cold spring, and wet too, so some things are late ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lord Gives Wisdom

Contributed by Wayne Essex on Jan 19, 2019

What Hat Are You Wearing?

LIVING WISE IN A STUPID WORLD (What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it) Lesson 2 of 31. Proverbs 2:1-9. The Lord Gives Wisdom. Getting the most out of your church experience. There are three types of people that attend Sunday school class and church. The simple, the foolish ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist