Sermons on Church Standards:

Paul's Role In The Church Of Rome Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 14, 2020

Paul had never been there before but knew several people and wanted to share the good news.

Romans 1:1 “Paul, a bondservant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated to the gospel of God which He promised before through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures.” Paul is writing to the Roman church and his purpose in writing is both to introduce himself and also, to teach them some ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Part 5 - Smyrna: The Church Rich In Christ Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 30, 2020

Smyrna was a poor church, brutally persecuted, but Rich In Christ. What was Christ's word to them?

Smyrna: The Church Rich in Christ Watch this message at https://youtu.be/J2xJJ2xzEKQ www.gracecommunity.com What do you say to somebody who is suffering? How do you counsel people who are going through great times of sorrow and tribulation? We’ve been party to suffering in our country lately. What ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, James 2:5, Romans 2:29, Psalm 56:11, John 16:33, 1 John 4:5, Hebrews 7:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Part 6- Pergamum The Church Compromised In Commitment Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 8, 2020

What does Jesus think about churches that compromise?

Pergamum: The Church Compromised in Commitment watch this sermon on our youtube channel https://youtu.be/lx8-gEoPE-A Pastor Brad Reaves Grace Community Church www.gracecommunity.com Revelation 2:12-18 If you have your Bibles, find Chapter 2 of Revelation and put your finger there, and I want to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-18, Exodus 20:1-4, Matthew 5:17-18, 1 Peter 4:4, 2 Corinthians 11:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Part 8 - Sardis: The Church Alive But Dead Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 21, 2020

Can a church have the appearance of being alive organizationally but dead spiritually? Jesus identifies that church in his message to Sardis

Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com View this sermon at https://youtu.be/3TRIaa_CqZQ Introduction We are now looking at the 5 of 7 Churches addressed to by Jesus himself in the Book of Revelation. These churches were located in the Roman Province of Asia Minor, which is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, John 14:26, 1 John 1:9-10, 1 John 4:1-4, Isaiah 1:18, Revelation 22:14, Ephesians 2:1, Ephesians 6:10-11, Revelation 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Why You Need To Attend Church Regularly Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019

We live in a culture that seems to take church attendance for granted. Then we wonder why we see so many churches closing down. And so much of the problems we see in society. We need to get back to desiring to get together in His name - he promised to show up!

Part 1 Acts 2 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. there is just something about being together in one place that God loves Psalm 133 V2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Church's Responsibility Towards Society

Contributed by Meshak Dayanand on May 26, 2020

The present scenario of the world and our nation under lockdown had given us the best chance to shine our lights in the darkness but seemed like more than others we hid our light under a basket. Matthew 5:16

Greetings in the sweet name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, let us consider ourselves privileged to listen to his word. As we are continuing the COVID-19 Lockdown, I see many verses and articles related to Christ's Second Coming circulating in the social media, and I don't know to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10, Deuteronomy 15:7-11, James 1:27, James 2:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

8 Words To Change Your Family: Church Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2011

Fruitful families develop the holy habit of church involvement.

8 Words to Change Your Family: Church Hebrews 10:23-25 Rev. Brian Bill 5/29/11 I confess that I feel really sad most Sunday mornings. You would think it would be just the opposite because I look forward to worshipping with God’s incredible people at PBC. I love having the opportunity to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Letter #5 "Dear Sardis: The Church Is Dead!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

Sermon Series on the 7 letters to the churches in Revelation with help from Pastor Ken D. Trivette

The History of Sardis: Was built on a mountain which was viewed as impregnable. Isaiah 56:10 "Israel's watchmen are blind, they all lack knowledge; they are all mute dogs, they cannot bark; they lie around and dream, they love to sleep." (NIV) Is one of the two most harshly condemned Churches ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Session #2 "Why We Exist As A Church?" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

Sermon Series I preach when our Church went through Rick Warren's C.L.A.S.S. Christian Life And Service Seminars Thanks to Rick Warren for the Foundation of this Sermon Series

1 Corinthians 1:10 "Let there be real harmony among you so there won't be any split in the church. I plead with you to be of one mind, united in thought and purpose." (LB) Question: Why does Calvary exist as a church? Matthew 5:13-16 Calvary's Vision: Loving God, Loving Others and Serving the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Should A Spirit-Filled Church Do? Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013

We see the power of God healing a human life. We see people who have been touched by the power of God touching others. It’s the story of the lame man who begged by the gate called Beautiful. We see a real example of the power of God to heal.

Luke has described the early church by saying, “Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles.” (Acts 2:43). In Acts 2 Luke doesn’t give us any indication what those miraculous signs and wonders may have been. But now, when we come ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Church Part 3 (Breaking Of Bread) Series

Contributed by James Parker on Apr 29, 2011

Today we celebrate Palm Sunday. This is the day known as the triumphal entry, the day that Jerusalem recognized Jesus for who He was and is. It was a day filled with excitement. It was a day that the people gathered along the roadside to welcome Jesus. Le

A Healthy Church/ Palm Sunday It's All About JESUS! Acts 2:42; Matt 21:1-11 Today we celebrate Palm Sunday. This is the day known as the triumphal entry, the day that Jerusalem recognized Jesus for who He was and is. It was a day filled with excitement. It was a day that the people gathered along ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Church Just Our "Dotty Maiden Aunt" Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 11, 2012

The word of God calls us to the obedience of faith. We cannot compromise with evil, even when tempted to do so by our convenience.

Monday of 6th Week in Course Verbum Domini Is the Church Just Our Dotty Maiden Aunt? “Before I was afflicted I went astray; but now I keep thy word.” There’s a memorable scene in A Christmas Story, in which Ralphie, who longs for a BB gun for Christmas, opens a parcel from his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-13

Denomination: Catholic

The Message To Laodicea: The Church Tha Is Affluent But Lukewarm Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 11, 2012

This is the last church addressed by Christ, and it is the worst church. Christ does not commend Laodicea at all. He doesn’t have anything good to say about them. This is a church that may as well have not existed.

This is the last church addressed by Christ, and it is the worst church. Christ does not commend Laodicea at all. He doesn’t have anything good to say about them. This is a church that may as well have not existed. What made them so bad? They were lukewarm. What does that mean? ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Church: Where God Sets The Lonely In A Family Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

The Bible teaches that the main reason we gather together as a church is to encourage one another.

INTRODUCTION This is the fifth message in the series from 1 Thessalonians entitled, “Finding Hope in a Hopeless World.” This message is entitled, “Church: Where God Puts the Lonely in a Family.” Over the past few years I’ve been devoting a lot of attention to what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Part Of God’s Church? Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Dec 1, 2014

Have you ever asked somebody, “What’s all the fuss about?” As you read this chapter, you might be tempted to ask Paul, “What’s all the fuss about? Why are you spending so much time detailing what to look for in spiritual leaders in the local church?”

Are You a Part of God’s Church? 1 Timothy 3:15 Introduction: 1. Have you ever asked somebody, “What’s all the fuss about?” As you read this chapter, you might be tempted to ask Paul, “What’s all the fuss about? Why are you spending so much time detailing what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:15

Denomination: Bible Church