Sermons on Church Multiplied:

The 5th Church Of The Apocalypse -The Church In Sardis Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 11, 2020

The Church in Sardis had become lethargic and lost its way. Jesus calls us to be alert

The Fifth Church of the Apocalypse - The Church at Sardis Introduction We have been looking at the Churches of the Apocalypse during lockdown Last week we looked at the fourth Church of the apocalypse - the Church of Thyatira. Today we are looking today at the fifth Church of the Apocalypse - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, Luke 12:35-39

Denomination: Anglican

The Church On Earth: What's Wrong With The Church?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme.

How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme. The church isn't doing this, the church isn't doing that! The church is failing because of this; the church sucks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Seven Churches Of Revelation Lesson 5 - The Church At Thyatira Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Feb 29, 2024

This is the 5th lesson in this series.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, 1 Kings 16:30-32, 2 Peter 3:9, Psalm 41:3, 1 Corinthians 2:10, 1 Timothy 6:20-21, Hosea 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Suffering Church (The Church Of Smyrna 2 Of 7)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 15, 2025

You will notice that of the seven churches that John addressed, he gave the least amount of space to the church of Smyrna.

All he had to say about the church of Smyrna he was able to cover in just four verses. However, we must not think less of this church, or feel they were insignificant just because there are less verses given to them. Why? Because there were only two of the seven churches ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12, Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit In The Early Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025

The Holy Spirit was the power, guidance, and life of the early church, and He must remain the same in the church today.

THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE EARLY CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Key Verse: “And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.” (Acts 2:4, KJV) Supporting Texts: Acts 4:31-33, Acts 5:12-16, Acts 13:2-4, Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Deacons Leading In Church Ministry

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 23, 2005

Four lessons to help us better value the ministry of deacons in our church.

God’s Glorious Church Deacons Leading in Church Ministry Acts 6:1-7 Woodlawn Baptist Church April 24, 2005 Introduction A rather pompous-looking deacon was working hard to impress upon a class of boys the importance of living the Christian life. “Why do people call me a Christian?” the man asked. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Church's Vision Statement In Action PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2025

Jesus calls ordinary, willing people to surrender and follow Him, promising His presence as we share His love and grace in our everyday lives.

Friends, pull up a chair and breathe for a moment. The coffee might be cooling and the calendar might be crowded, but the King of heaven has a word for hearts like ours. He speaks to people who are still a little wobbly from the whirlwind of life, people who worship and sometimes wobble, people who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Topics: Kingdom, Growth

The Modle Church God Wants

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 13, 2012

Let our church please God not man

THE MODLE CHURCH GOD WANTS 1 Corinthians 16:1 Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I have given order to the churches of Galatia, even so do ye. 1 Corinthians 1:2 Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1

Denomination: Baptist

"Talent"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 9, 2004

We all have divinely endowed gifts for use in ministry. Is yours being multiplied, or buried?

Let’s begin today, just looking at some definitions so certain information can be established in your mind, to consider as we progress. Talent: 1. An ancient weight and money unit. The talent contained 60 minas of 60 0r 50 shekels each, but its estimated money value varied greatly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Orthodox

When Little Is Big

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 21, 2009

In this sermon you will see how Jesus takes small things and multiplies them into significant things.

Do you ever feel as if your contributions to God’s kingdom are insignificant? I think all of us struggle with this from time to time. This struggle seems to be magnified by an attitude that permeates our society. We tend to exalt bigness and minimize smallness. Take a little test with me. 1. Which ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Sin Accomodating Churches-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 3, 2015

1 of 7. Paul admonished the Corinthian church because they had allowed/accommodated heinous sin in their midst. The church must not tolerate/accommodate sin in their midst. But How are they to act against such? Sin Accommodating Churches skirt...

SIN ACCOMODATING CHURCHES-I—1Cor. 5:1-13 Attention: A beehive is populated by bees of the same heritage. They work together to supply what is needed to expand their hive & multiply themselves continually. If bees from outside the ‘tribe’ approach the hive they are dealt with as enemies of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Must Stand Together Series

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Feb 1, 2004

The Fourth And Final Message In The Series "The Purpose Of The Church."

SERIES "THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH" REVIEW OF PREVIOUS THREE MESSAGES: Part 1 - To Make Disciples And Mature Believers (a) Through The Church’s Message (1:1-20) (b) Through The Church’s Worship (2:1-15) (c) Through The Church’s Leaders (3:-16) Part 2 - To Maintain Truth And Multiply Ministries (a) ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Of Abundance Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025

God desires His children to live in abundance—not just materially, but spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and physically. This abundance is not about greed or materialism; it’s about walking in the fullness of God’s plan, provision, and purpose.

GOD OF ABUNDANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 10:10 Supporting Texts: Psalm 23:1, Philippians 4:19, 2 Corinthians 9:8, Joel 2:24-26, Malachi 3:10-12 INTRODUCTION: The God we serve is not a God of lack or scarcity—He is the God of abundance. From the first page of Scripture, where He ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building Church With Jesus And Peter Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 16, 2024

They had two things to “sell.”

Saturday of the Third Week in Easter 2024 Why did the Church grow in membership so rapidly in the last half of the first century? There must have been many reasons; we were largely an assembly of the poor and marginalized, and there were a lot of those people in the Roman Empire. News of the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69, Psalm 116:12-17, Acts 9:31-42, Mark 5:21-43, Luke 8:40-46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Choosing Church Leaders

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: If church leaders are selected properly, the voice of the people is the voice of God.

Thesis: If church leaders are selected properly, the voice of the people is the voice of God. Intro.: 1. At some point in the life of a church new leaders must be selected. The question is always how. a. Existing leaders select men & present for congregation to ratify. b. Does not work in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7