Sermons about Church Purpose Of

God's Invitation, We Rsvp

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 20, 2003

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We the church are given the task to share God’s party, to let the world know God rocks and we rock too, that they may RSVP to His party invite.

The biggest concert in Canadian history is now history. Summer 2003 we saw the Rolling Stones headlined the SARS concert to tell the world that TO is SARS free, SO COME WORLD! It is safe, no fear of catching a deadly disease and then suffer and die from it, come party. This Fall 2003, Canada is ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Available For Impossible Dreams Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 19, 2003

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In observance of my 17th anniversary as pastor; to worship is to become available for God’s purposes, which mean being sent to unreceptive and impossible situations. Can we dream impossible dreams about our church’s building, properties, ministries with

If what you expect to receive and what someone wants to give you are not the same thing, you are doomed to disappointment. If you want a particular thing, but the person you are dealing with is determined that you shall have something else, it is going to be tough. The other day ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Major Adjustments Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 23, 2003

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Part 6 of series on Blackaby’s Experiencing God: All are called to make adjustments to be disciples, regardless of personality. We have to give up old habits, change our time use, redirect our finances, to enter this city and change it.

The old farmer claimed that he could command his mule with nothing more than a few soft words, no whips or prods necessary. She would respond, he claimed, with nothing more than gently spoken commands. So his buddy down at the feed store asked for a demonstration. “Prove to me that your old mule ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

You Do The Math Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 6, 2006

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Spiritual reproduction is the natural outcome of a people with right priorities.

YOU DO THE MATH Acts 2:42-47 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: SPIRITUAL REPRODUCTION IS THE NATURAL OUTCOME OF A PEOPLE WITH RIGHT PRIORITIES. Type: Inductive The ____ priority… I. DEVOTION II. WORSHIP [AWE] III. UNITY IV. GRACE [GENEROSITY] V. JOY PA: How ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

No Ordinary Building

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Feb 11, 2006

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This was no ordinary building project. It is an illustration of humankind’s tendency to focus our unity on building monuments to our own greatness instead of using it to follow God’s plan.

No Ordinary Building Babylonian tablets confirm the story of the tower of Babel Tower built several generations after the flood Westward movement of man to Mesopotamia See what you notice . . . when you read verses 3,4 (“Us” syndrome). The people were only concerned about themselves and not ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Vision

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005

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Our vision reaches Up in Worship; Down in Discipleship; In with Fellowship; Out through Outreach

Spiritual Vision for our Church II Timothy 1:3-8 INTRODUCTION: About 350 years ago a shipload of travelers landed on the northeast coast of the newly discovered American continent. • The 1st year they established a town site • The next year they elected a town government • The 3rd year the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Go Mentality #1 Series

Contributed by Brian Harrell on Oct 25, 2005

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Instead of the Go mentality, Jonah had a no mentality. This sermon deals with the church’s stubborn resistance to go to those that are different then us. Featured as part of the message is Barna’s report on the state of the church. We must recover the "go

The Jonah Files #1 - The "GO" mentality Let me take you back 2800 years ago to a strip of land in the middle east. This was the Promised Land. This was the land given to God’s people to do God’s work. A very peculiar, once in the Bible kind of incident took place that speaks to us and where we are ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

The Messenger And The Message

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Oct 30, 2005

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When we preach this message we must lead all men beyond us to Christ, “We preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord.” II Cor 4:5

“The Messenger and The Message” 3/9/2003 Marsing, ID John 1:29 “The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world.” We find John the Baptist in the Gospel of John the Apostle, preaching the gospel of Jesus, the gospel of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29

Denomination: Apostolic

Avoiding Spiritual Amnesia Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 27, 2004

based on 64 ratings

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Knowing the Bible helps us remember how to navigate through life issues, how to interpret what is happening in our lives, and how to find hope in bleak times.

At the very end of the longest chapter of the Bible, 176 verses about God’s word, comes this stout declaration, “I do not forget your commandments.” “I do not forget your commandments.” That is a tall order, to promise that you will not forget. How can you promise that you will not forget? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:167-176

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Up: A Challenge To Become A Maturing Church

Contributed by Don Jaques on Oct 20, 2005

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Making a few comparisons between an immature church and a maturing church, and see where we think we fit in.

INTRODUCTION: In just a few days, Christ the King Oak Harbor will turn five. To those who have been here since the beginning, that may seem amazing. It seems hard for me to believe that in just a few months I’ll celebrate my fourth anniversary as pastor here. Birthdays give us a chance to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do I Know I'm In God's Will Being A Part Of This Church

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Nov 13, 2003

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How to discover if the church you are attending is the one you are supposed to be at.

How do I know I’m in God’s will being a part of this church? Isaiah 2 If you look around, there are churches of all sizes, religions, denominations, and colors everywhere you turn. (Give ex. And directions) God has a place for all of us where he wants us to worship. But how do I know this is it? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Vision For The Future Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Nov 22, 2006

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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

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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

Preaching The Cross With Conviction Series

Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006

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This is the third sermon in a 5 part sermon series on the mission of our church.

INTRODUCTION: Mission Statement: The Redeeming River Church is a family of believers committed to preaching the cross with conviction, reaching the lost with compassion, and equipping the saints with the Word! Three results of not understanding the Mission. 1. Plateaued Growth - growth seems to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Equipping The Saints With The Word Series

Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006

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This is the fith sermon in a 5 part sermon series on the mission of our church.

INTRODUCTION: Mission Statement: The Redeeming River Church is a family of believers committed to preaching the cross with conviction, reaching the lost with compassion, and equipping the saints with the Word! Three results of not understanding the Mission. 1. Plateaued Growth - growth seems to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

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