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Why Do We Have An Invitation Each Week? Series

Contributed by Brent Baker on Oct 18, 2005

We offer invitations each week, but does the congregation know why we do that. This sermon will help in this area.

Why Do We Do What We Do? Why Do We Have an Invitation Each Week? Prior to Lisa and I getting married (and most of you did this as well), we invited as many people as we could to our wedding. We obviously wanted our physical families to be there and to share this special moment. We wanted our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Have Power In The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 22, 2008

When we think of ministry, what do we think of? Preaching? Teaching? Evangelists? Ministry is much more than any of that. Ministry is the job of every Christian no matter where they are or what they do for a living.

We have the Power in the Name of Jesus Romans 12:3-8/Luke 9:1-6 When we think of ministry, what do we think of? Preaching? Teaching? Evangelists? Ministry is much more than any of that. Ministry is the job of every Christian no matter where they are or what they do for a living. Did you know ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessing Blocker Or Blessing Bringer? Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 21, 2007

It’s time for the church to check its motives for being.

September 23, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Haggai 1:1-15 Subject: Sowing and Reaping Title: Are You a Blessing Blocker or a Blessing Bringer? You live in the most blessed nation in the world. You have more freedom to do as you like. You have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Missions Matters

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 26, 2007

Why missions matters

Matthew 24:14 Missions Matters Woodlawn Baptist Church September 23, 2007 Does missions really matter? Today I want to address this question in our current sermon series about things that matter. I have said so far that preaching matters, church matters, giving matters, and today I want to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Baptist

God's Indescribable Abundance Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 23, 2008

How can one describe what God has given in this church, with the successes of the past year? How describe human needs, especially for the Gospel? And how describe the opportunities for inclusive worship, honest learning, and artistic expression?

Once upon a time a certain church was in an uproar. Some said that the pastor was not performing according to expectations. And so complaints were brought to the deacons, who met to consider the issue, and asked those who were grumbling, “What is the problem with the pastor?” One disaffected ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Recruiting Others To Join The Team Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 23, 2008

Fifth sermon in the series focuses on the biblical purpose of evangelism and outreach.

RECRUITING OTHERS TO JOIN THE TEAM Doing Life Together—Part 5 Roll “Evangelism Linebacker” Video Here PHILIP SHOWS ME HOW TO BE A GOOD RECRUITER The Philip File: One of the seven organizers of food distribution in the early church Became an evangelist, one of the first traveling ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Proclamation Of Hope

Contributed by John Harper on Jan 2, 2009

Hope is a strange thing. It will give you confidence in the bleakest of times. But hope is not any good unless you have your hope in someone that will not let you down. There are a lot of things that we hope for, and a lot of things that we wish for. The

“The Proclamation of Hope” Hebrews 10:19-25 November 30, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God Introduction: Hope is a strange thing. It will give you confidence in the bleakest of times. But hope is not any good unless you have your hope in someone that will not let you down. There ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Destiny Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 6, 2009

The story of the holy family and their encounter with Simeon and Anna, demonstrates how we can keep the Spirit of Christmas vital in our lives throughout the year.

Luke 2: 22-40 “Destiny” INTRODUCTION Christmas 2008 is quickly fading. The radio stations, which have been playing Christmas music since early November, have switched to their normal fare. The paper for all of those brightly wrapped gifts has found its way into the trash. Batteries have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Table-Waiting 101 Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jul 21, 2008

The purpose and role of deacons.

INTRO>John Seamands tells the story of a German soldier who was wounded and ordered to go to a military hospital for treatment. When he arrived, he saw two doors. One was marked, “For the slightly wounded,” and the other was labeled, “For the seriously wounded.” He entered through the first door ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Reasons For Missionary Conferences!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 26, 2008

REASONS FOR MISSIONARY CONFERENCES! It is said that the Christian ministry is the worst of all trades, but the best of all professions. The great offer of the gospel is adventure. We’re God’s representatives. In this outline sermon we list some of the m

REASON FOR MISSIONARY CONFERENCES! It is said that the Christian ministry is the worst of all trades, but the best of all professions. The great offer of the gospel is adventure. We’re God’s representatives. In this outline sermon we list some of the most important things that we much do in all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

A Theology Of Change Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Apr 16, 2009

Is there a theology of change in scripture? Does God change? In this message there is a discussion of scriptures view of change and why we must change.

A theology of change… Acts 11: 1 The apostles and the brothers throughout Judea heard that the Gentiles also had received the word of God. 2 So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers criticized him 3 and said, "You went into the house of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Are We Doing? Series

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Jan 15, 2004

The first in a series of messages from 1 & 2 Timothy. "The Purpose Of The Church."

Introduction: The contemporary christian group, Casting Crowns, has recently released a song, "If We Are The Body." It says in that song that if we are the body, why aren’t his hands reaching? I will admit, as a pastor, that it is very easy to get side tracked - especially when it comes to growth. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Co-Operation In The Cause Of Christ Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 23, 2011

Are there limits on co-operation between churches? If so, what are they?

“Beloved, it is a faithful thing you do in all your efforts for these brothers, strangers as they are, who testified to your love before the church. You will do well to send them on their journey in a manner worthy of God. For they have gone out for the sake of the name, accepting nothing from ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Kingdom Of Priests

Contributed by Brad Easley on Oct 14, 2010

Peter calls us a "kingdom of priests" - what does he mean, and how can the Church carry out this purpose? This message explores what it means for God's people to be priests to the world.

Title: "Lakewood: A Kingdom of Priests" Text: 1 Peter 2:1-12 ILLUS: Father Matthew Kelty spoke at Asbury College chapel on day – what intrigued me most was that the abbey was just an hours’ drive down the road…..I even spent a few meaningful days. Something pretty intriguing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Come Up Hither"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 11, 2013

John was called to come up hither, he encountered the event on the lords Day, he encountered the world of the Divine, He encountered the eternal-ness of God, he encountered worship, and he encountered Christ, we to are called to come up hither.

Come Up Hither Rev 5:11-14 1. First thing I notice is the Day these events Happen "The Lord's Day" A. Rev 1:10On the Lord's Day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet, B. The Lords Day is the Day Christians Meet Acts 20:7On the first day of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:11-14

Denomination: Methodist