Sermons on Church Letters:

Revive Us Again

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

What is a revival? How does it happen? What do we want to happen when we pray for revival?

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Revive Us Again Ps. 85:4-8 Introduction: The grand old hymn voices our prayer . . . We praise Thee, O God! For the Son of Thy love, For Jesus Who died, And is now gone above. Hallelujah! Thine the glory. Hallelujah! ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Meets A Sceptic Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007

How does Jesus begin his mission? By gathering a few friends around him.

John 1 :35-51 Jesus meets a Sceptic preached at Jubilee Church by Adrian Warnock Audio and slides available at http://www.jubilee-church.org/sermons/john/john1v35ff.htm Discussion Questions · Does hearing about Church statistics discourage you or inspire you to want to make a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Now, We Finish The House We Started! (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

After a time of sifting and refining, our church takes on a renewed vision and a stronger determination to become a Church With A Purpose.

Now, We Finish the House We Started Pastor Jose Gomez, Jr. Isaiah 55:10-13 (10) For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater: (11) So ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Now, We Finish The House We Started! (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

After a time of sifting and refining, our church takes on a renewed vision and a stronger determination to become a Church With A Purpose.

Now, We Finish the House We Started Pastor Jose Gomez, Jr. Isaiah 55:10-13 (10) For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater: (11) So ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lo Que Debes De Buscar En Una Iglesia

Contributed by Richard Perez on Dec 1, 2006

El lugar, la iglesia adonde usted y yo adoramos a Dios es de suma importancia y es una decisión que nunca se debe tomar ligeramente.

1 Porque quiero que sepáis qué gran lucha tengo por vosotros y por los que están en Laodicea, y por todos los que no me han visto en persona, 2 para que sean alentados sus corazones, y unidos en amor, alcancen todas las riquezas que proceden de una plena seguridad de comprensión, resultando en ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Encourage Each Other

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 6, 2006

Thesis: Our Christian Family Is to Strengthen one another’s Spiritual Heart (commitment). Part of a few sermons that dealt with Dallas Willard’s "VIM:" Vision, Intent, Means, crucial elements of discipleship. This is on the "means" of growth.

Strengthening God’s Family Dan’s sad senior year last mile race (i thought i could win districts, and my teammates just laughed. Sometimes that is the feeling we have about those who are supposed to love us. Read text. Dallas Willard’s acronym “VIM” today is on "M:" Means Observation Thesis: ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Get Down To The Nitty Gritty Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 7, 2006

This is the 7th sermon in the series "Momma Says..."

Series: Momma Says... (James)[#7] LET’S GET DOWN TO THE NITTY-GRITTY James 4:1-12 Introduction: I would like start off this morning by reminding you of what our Church’s vision is: 1.Lead the lost to Jesus Christ! 2.The people of this Church live lives in the world that lead the lost to Jesus ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Is Focused Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 7, 2006

This is the 1st sermon in the series "A Growing Church..."

Series: A Growing Church¡K [#1] IS FOCUSED Acts 20:6-12 Introduction: Wasn’t it nice to have a big crowd here last week? Yes, I know it was Easter Sunday; but the more I thought about it, why can¡¦t we have a nice crowd here every Sunday? Now I know that numbers should never be the focus, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Handling The Power Encounter

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

As Paul and his team went out into a dark world, it was no surprise that there were times when the light came smack up against the darkness. These "power encounters" are inevitable. How do we handle them?

Passage: Acts 16:16-41 Intro: When we hear the word power, certain pictures come to mind. 1. huge guns, bombers, nuclear warheads. 2. human beings are obsessed with power, we love to be the ones with more. 3. every Sunday in the Fall, teams walk onto the football field for a “power encounter,” to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why Am I Here Today Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 7, 2006

This is the 1st sermon in the series "At The House Of God".

Series: At The House Of God [#1] WHY AM I HERE TODAY? 1 Samuel 1:1-20 Chris (Congregational Reading): What is our vision? It is our vision to: 1. Lead the lost to Jesus Christ! 2. Live lives in the world that lead the lost to Jesus Christ! 3. Intentionally make all church activities about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

God's Nursery Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 7, 2006

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "At The House Of God".

Series: At The House Of God [#2] GOD’S NURSERY 1 Samuel 1:21-2:11 Introduction: The devil has always been after babies. If he can kill the babies, he can stop great things from happening. Satan has been using people for 1000’s of years to get rid of babies. He used Pharaoh to kill all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Culture Of Hope Series

Contributed by Bob Lentz on Dec 7, 2006

In a broken, fragmented and angry world, the church must realize that we stand as the only legitimate source of hope.

The Culture of Hope 12-10-06 Series: Creating a New Culture…in the church Rom. 15:13 I am indebted to John Burke’s book, “No Perfect People Allowed” for many of the basic ideas expressed in this series. It’s a great read! Intro. I want to pray a special prayer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:13

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Build Part 2 Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 8, 2006

More principles for building God’s house.

"IT IS TIME TO BUILD" LAST WEEK WE BEGAN OUR STUDY ON BUILDING THE HOUSE OF GOD... OUR TEXT IS THE BOOK OF EZRA -- A BOOK THAT IS ABOUT GOD’S PEOPLE RETURNING FROM A 75 YEAR EXILE IN BABYLON -- RETURNING TO JERUSALEM TO BUILD THE HOUSE OF GOD.... AND AS WE WILL SEE, THEY WERE SUCCESSFUL IN ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Vision For The Future Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Nov 22, 2006

This is the first message in a series presenting our new mission and vision to the congregation

Read Philip Yancy’s retelling of the Prodigal Son story from “What’s so amazing about Grace?” That is why we are here. To be the body of X in the world welcoming back those who God the father is calling to himself. Tried to capture what we are called by God to do as a church, in a mission and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: *other

Love God, Love Others Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Nov 22, 2006

Part 2 of the series introducing our mission and vision to the church-

Mt. 22:34-40-A Passionate People Intro: Review Mission & vision A community of believers committed to Christ’s Call Love God, Love Others Impact our Commuity through relevant ministry Family of God-minister to the entire family of God Every member a minister Groups-small group ministry Always ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: *other