Sermons on Church Plant:

Growing Weeds Or Sowing Seeds Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

Are your seeds still in the barn or have you taken them out for planting?

All who proclaim Christ as their personal Savior are to plant the good seed every day. What type of Farmer are you? We all hold a Farmer position. Some may hold more than one. Whatever the case, find out your position and go to work. The TILLER Isaiah 28:24, Doth the plowman plow all day to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Divine Pattern In Church Growth Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 18, 2020

To establish that the church will grow; when this pattern is applied and followed: with all sincerity, patience, and with love. This lesson gives God the glory for the church's growth and development.

INTRODUCTION Outline: 1. Give Him All the Praise 2. Grant Favor to All People 3. Guided by Apostolic Practices Remarks. 1. In our discussion today we will notice the: "Divine Pattern in Church Growth." It is believed that this pattern when applied and followed with all sincerity, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, 1 Corinthians 3:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Work Of The Holy Spirit And Church Revitalization Series

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 12, 2002

Church Growth is the Supernatual Work of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit and Church Revitalization Dr. Ray W. Ellis The work of the Holy Spirit is vital to the revitalization of a local church. The entire process of revitalization is based on seeking spiritual health prayer and the energizing work of the Holy Spirit. Without the presence of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Testimony Of God

Contributed by William Mccaffery on Mar 16, 2006

The preaching of the simple Gospel is the way that God builds His Church

Intro: The Great Commission: Matthew 28:18-20 Stories from mission to India Roy Knight – indigenous missionary Since 1999 has started congregations of the Lord’s Church in 54 villages How has he done it? By preaching the simple gospel – sharing the Testimony of God. I. The Testimony of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Is Doing (Parts 1 & 2) Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 22, 2011

All over the World, largely "below radar" God is moving. The Kingdom of God is advancing. Untold millions are coming to faith in Jesusu Christ. Here are some inside looks at what is doing on.

What God is Doing The Kingdom of God is Advancing Around the World! Pastor Eric J. Hanson About Twelve Years Ago… • I preached on this several times • Acceleration had been ongoing for several decades. • The AD 2000 and beyond movement was in full swing. • Worldwide ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Weeds Or Wheat?

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 18, 2023

A weed is defined as a plant that is considered undesirable in a particular situation, growing where it is not wanted.

Craig D. Lounsbrough, a licensed Professional Counsellor in the State of Colorado and ordained by the Evangelical Church Alliance once remarked: “If you see a dandelion as a weed, you’ll spray it. If you see it as a flower, you’ll draw it close, turn it this way and that, and become lost in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1, 1 Corinthians 15:42-44, Romans 6:23, John 12:24

Reaping The Harvest - Lessons From Noah

Contributed by Paul Green on May 15, 2022

We will never be able to enjoy the fruits of the harvest without first planting the seed. Noah’s ‘harvest’ was ‘righteousness’. But Noah could never have harvested righteousness without first planting the seeds that lead to righteousness

Did you hear the story about the little girl sitting on her grandfather’s lap. He was reading the Bible story of Noah’s Ark to her. And in her innocence she asked, “Granddad, Were you in the Ark?” “Why, no I wasn’t.” Said the granddad - And she looked at him and said - “Then why weren’t you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7, 2 Peter 2:4, Luke 17:26, Hosea 8:7

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Astraddle People

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 1, 2014

As astraddle people we live with one foot planted in this life and the other in the next.

Title: We are Astraddle People Text: II Corinthians 4:5-7; 4:16-18; and 5:1-5 Thesis: As astraddle people we live with one foot planted in this life and the other in the next. Introduction: I like the word “astraddle.” I like the word “astraddle.” It sounds kind of cool ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Kind Of Church I Want To Be Part Of" - Part One Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 1, 2018

What does the example of the early church teach us about being the kind of church that's headed the right direction?

Today, we’re going to look to the second chapter of the book of Acts to think together about church. I am calling this series, “The Kind of Church I Want to be Part of.” But I need to point out, that I am not talking about looking for the “perfect” church. “If I actually found the perfect church, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon 4 - We Will All Be Changed Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 22, 2025

The apostle Paul employed a farming illustration to explain how our heavenly bodies will be different and so much better than our earthly bodies. Consider the difference between the seed that is planted and the plant that results.

A. Today, I want to start with the story of a young boy who came home from worship and Sunday school with a question for his mom: “Is it true we come from dust and after we die, we return to dust?” 1. His mother said, “That’s right, son. Does that concern you?” 2. The boy hesitated, but then ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:21, 2 Corinthians 5:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning – The Church’s Home And What Lies Ahead - Part 8 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 17, 2023

Our entire life as a Christian will be exposed in the judgement and all those years of being a Christian will be subjected to the test of fire. There you stand and the fire tests your works. What will the fire leave behind? Will it be precious or will it be ashes? Building on the foundation.

SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING – THE CHURCH’S HOME AND WHAT LIES AHEAD - PART 8 [1]. THE CHURCH’S HOME - INTRODUCTION Maybe in this next posting in the series I might say some things that are new to you, but just follow along and search out these scriptures. Very little these ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:8-10, Psalm 16:10, John 3:13, Romans 14:10, 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 10:42, Revelation 19:11, Revelation 20:6-7, Revelation 21:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Failed Glory (2) Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 19, 2016

Leaders and followers can remove the glory of God from a church by emphasizing relevance over transcendence.

1. 17 Inches [John Scolinos and Home Plate In 1996 John Scolinos spoke to more than 4000 baseball coaches at the American Baseball Coaches Association convention in Nashville, TN. He was a legend among baseball coaches. He was a Hall of Fame College Baseball Head coach who coached at Pepperdine ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Journey Through Acts (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 16, 2024

As we study this snapshot of the early church life, a pattern emerges: they focused on gathering, on the Gospel, on goodwill and on glorifying God. Because the early church maintained this four-fold focus along their journey, God continually added to their number those who were being saved.

The Journey: Following Jesus through Acts (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 2:42-47 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/3/2017 If you were with us last week, you know we began a ten-week journey through the book of Acts. It’s a faith-journey that began on a remote hillside near Jerusalem, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian Church

Part 3 Of 8 - Giving And Church Series

Contributed by Brad Lewis on Oct 22, 2002

Dispel the myth that preachers just want you to give so they can line their pockets. There are even greater benefits for the giver.

Church 101: A Beginners Guide to Church Part 3 - Giving and Church “God loves it when the giver delights in the giving.” 1 Corinthians 9:7 (MES) “To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. “ Deuteronomy 10:14 (NIV) 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:7, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

New Expressions Of The Church Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 8, 2025

All believers in the church are intimately identified/indwelt with Jesus.

A. INTRODUCTION: ORIGINAL EXPRESSION 1. Gathered. “Where two or three gather . . . I am there” (Matt. 18:20). 2. House to house (Acts 2:46; 5:42). 3. Divided and grew. “The church . . . grew in numbers” (Acts 9:71). 4. Other places. “River bank” (16:13), “Synagogues” (17:2, 10), “public ...read more

Scripture: John 14:20

Denomination: Baptist