Sermons on Church Staffing:

God's Plan For The Church

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 28, 2001

This sermon is a stiring call to the church to realise the plan of God for the church and to rise up and fulfill it’s destiny in these last days.

GOD’S PLAN FOR THE CHURCH OUTLINE 1.REFLECTION - REPENTANCE - RECONSIDERATION 2.REFRESHING - RENEWAL - REVIVAL 3.RESTORATION - RECAPTURE - RESURRECTION 4. RELEASE - RISING - RADIANCE 5. RESISTANCE - RIGOUR - REPULSING 6. REVOLUTION - REARRANGEMENT - RADICAL ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Be A United Church Series

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This is the third sermon in a series on Philippians. This sermon provides three steps for building a united church.

I. Introduction a. Today many churches are struggling because they are not united. For Example one church split of the issue of Adam and Eve’s belly button. b. Paul began his letter with the Building up of the church, and then he gave reasons for rejoicing, next he tells the church how to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build A Church

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 23, 2002

The Church Of Jesus Christ is more then a building...

How to Build a Church Church Growth April 7, 2002 I. It was heard that He was in the house (Mark 2:1,2 NKJV) 1 And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. 2 Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being An On Mission Church

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jun 28, 2002

In this message I talk about what it takes to be an On Mission church. This was preached after we returned from our first ever church wide mission trip.

Becoming An “On Mission” People NOTE: This message was given the weekend after our church went on our first ever church-wide mission trip to Pidras Negras, Coahilla, Mexico. We talk a lot about ministry here at NCC. The Bible tells us that every believer is gifted in some area or areas to serve ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:36

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Churches Of Revelation

Contributed by Larry Cockerham on Jul 5, 2002

The seven churches are representative of the church as a whole; the number seven symbolizing completion or perfection.

Most students are eager to get into the action of Revelation as soon as possible. Therefore they tend to skip over chapters two and three in the Book of Revelation without realizing their importance. But the churches give us an almost inexhaustible storehouse of wisdom and knowledge. The seven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:11

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna, The Suffering Church Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

The faithful of Smyrna suffered hardship, but they were spiritually prosperous and steadfast in their devotion to Christ.

"Smyrna-the Suffering Church" -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts. Sermon series on the Letters to the 7 Churches of Rev 2-3 When school report cards are issued, it’s can be a stressful time. Any assessment we receive is supposed to help us see our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-12

Denomination: Congregational

What The Church Should Be

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 13, 2002

The apostle Paul describes what the church should be in the book of I Thessalonians.

WHAT THE CHURCH SHOULD BE INTRO.- ILL.- The sermon was longer than usual on this particular Sunday morning. Little Johnny was getting more restless by the minute. Finally, in what was supposed to be a whisper, Johnny blurted out, "IF WE GIVE HIM THE MONEY NOW WILL HE LET US LEAVE!" ILL.- That’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Manasseh Baptist Church

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 9, 2001

An exhortation to faithfulness.

Manasseh Baptist Church Knowing how people are, I know someone is excited thinking that I am about to spread some gossip or inform them that they may pray intelligently about some church I just left or ministered in recently. Break out the crying towels because that is not the case. I have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:17, Jeremiah 6:16, Deuteronomy 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

An Intentional Church Life Series

Contributed by Rob Culler on Mar 21, 2001

Fourth in a six-part series of living intentionally and not just letting life happen to you.

Intentional Life: Going to Church INTRODUCTION: This week, we will continue our series on living an intentional life. Remember: An intentional life is one with purpose. The purpose is followed with a bold and steady determination until the desired outcome is realized. In other words, an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Of The Turning Stomach Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 26, 2001

What makes our Lord feel ill?

THE CHURCH OF THE TURNING STOMACH HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSON: story about an Emporer dupped into believing that he was clothed in splendor. He strutted down the streets with an arrogant attitude while those who knew better saw him as just naked. THIS MORNING:  Church in a the wealthiest of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

The Church - A Place Of Refuge

Contributed by Stephen Acheson on Mar 27, 2001

We live in a world where physical and emotional abuse is the norm. Where can we go that’s safe? I would propose to you that the church should be just such a place.

INTRODUCTION: ILL. Grocery store - Rachael climbing on cart - fell bruised arm and leg real bad - store personal almost panicked - offered to pay for doctor visit - insurance company offered to give us money to sign a release form saying we wouldn’t sue them - later got pictures developed showing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4-5, Numbers 35:11-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Stone Throwing In Church

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 4, 2002

An application to John 8:1-10

I went out and gathered small flat stones to pass out to the church. Also I dressed in blue jeans and a nice shirt. (I normally dress in a coat and tie). When you are in a conservative church jeans are a big deal. This is just some Ideas. Preach it! Stone Throwing in Church John 8:1-11 4-7-2002 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, John 8:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Thriving And Healthy Church

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Apr 7, 2002

Acts chapter 9 provides a snap-shot of a healthy and thriving church that was flowing with the Holy Spirit. This is an example to the church today.

 Many churches through the centuries have looked to the New Testament church in the Acts as a model of what Christ is wanting in his body  In Acts 9 we see an example of a healthy and thriving church MAIN TEXT: Acts 9:31 Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Prevailing Church: Binding Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 21, 2002

The guesses of the people about Jesus’ identity give us clues about their perception of His character. Jesus used their grasp of His similarity to John the Baptist, Elijah, and Jeremiah to focus on the authority to bind and loose. They, and He, bound rel

Have you ever needed to find out what somebody else really thought of you? Do you know what it is like to ask someone what their opinion is of you – and then you wait for what seems like an eternity for the answer, and when it comes, you are still not sure if it is good or bad? Do you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Tunnel Vision In The Church

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 28, 2002

The church must reach beyond it’s walls, to a lost and dying world.

TUNNEL VISION By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 9:37 Then saith He unto His disciples, the Harvest is truly plenteous, But the labourers are few: 33. Pray ye therefore the Lord of the Harvest, that He will send forth labourers into His Harvest. Matthew 28:19 GO YE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:33-37, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God