Sermons on Church Standards:

The Plumb Line

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 12, 2022

What is our standard of holiness? As individuals, do we compare ourselves with others? As a church, do we compare our ministry with the congregation down the road? These are mistaken comparisons, as Jesus is our true standard.

Michael Green, in his book Illustrations for Biblical Preaching, shares a good lesson which I think is appropriate for beginning our message this evening. He states, All of us frequently compare ourselves favorably with someone else. We all think of someone whom we consider to be less mature, ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritually Pure Church Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 31, 2007

What defines a spiritually pure church? Paul uses Colossians 3 to expound on how changed lives and a new standard of excellence create a purity in the church that is pleasing to God.

The Spiritually Pure Church Colossians 3:1-17 I. Different Demands on Your Life (v. 1-4) a. New perception (v. 1-2) i. Vision like the Spirit (Romans 8:5) ii. Obstacle without it (Matthew 16:23) b. Reasons for the new demands (v. 3-4) i. Death of the old nature (Romans 6:2, 11; 1 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Walk In Integrity

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 7, 2024

There is a shaking taking place within the Body of Christ, God is trying to get the attention of His people saying wake up and come out of her, come out of the lies, the hypocrisies, the false apostate church, stop having a form of godliness and live holy and walk in integrity.

Walk in Integrity By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Now by this being New Year’s Ever, and the last Sunday before we enter a New Year there are some preachers who will try to give a prophetic word for 2024. Some will come up with a catchy cliché like God will open doors in 2024, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4, Jeremiah 1:5, Haggai 2:6-9

Denomination: Apostolic

True Church Is One That Follows The Teachings Of Jesus Christ And Upholds His Standards. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 22, 2024

The Bible has a clear definition of what a church should be, and it's not just a gathering of people with similar interests.

A true church is one that follows the teachings of Jesus Christ and upholds His standards. In this article, we will explore what the Bible has to say about the characteristics of a church that deviates from God's design. Encouraging Sin "They profess to know God, but in works they deny ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:16, Revelation 3:15-16, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Galatians 5:19-21, Galatians 5:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

High Jumping And High Goals And Standards

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jul 3, 2016

How high is up? Current cultural trends challenges every person to find a life goal worth living and standards by which we should live to achieve that goal.

Matthew 5__20 Christian Authority The 6th Sunday after Trinity Blessed Lord You have prepared for those who love you good things that surpass our understanding; Pour into our hearts such love towards you, that we, loving you above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-24

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Sets High Standards For Discipleship

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus set standards high for His disciples. "If anyone will come after Me, let him deny himself, take up cross and follow me."

Jesus set standards high for His disciples. "If anyone will come after Me, let him deny himself, take up cross and follow me." Illustration:I went into church and sat on the velvet pew. I watched as the sun came shining through the stained glass windows. The minister dressed in a velvet robe ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26-27, 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Believer And The World: Maintaining Godly Standards

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

The Christian life is a call to be distinct, holy, and consecrated in a world that is constantly shifting its moral boundaries.

THE BELIEVER AND THE WORLD: MAINTAINING GODLY STANDARDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: John 15:19, 1 John 2:15-17, James 4:4, Titus 2:11-14, Matthew 5:13-16 INTRODUCTION: The Christian life is a call to be distinct, holy, and consecrated in a world that is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Standard For Generosity Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 2, 2021

Financial worries are the leading source of stress for Americans, ahead of health concerns, work concerns, or even family concerns.

Money excites us and it also worries us. We work for it, spend it, give it, and even save some of it for a rainy day. And like our physical fitness, we seldom are really comfortable with our finances. The goal of this series is to whip us into Financial Fitness. You received two items as a part of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Just Change The Standard Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 5, 2016

The standard of Judah began to subside as the kings stopped comparing themselves to David. You can't make people more faithful by lowering the standard of faith.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 2 Kings 14:1-22 Don’t Just Change the Standard When it comes to on-time train travel the Japanese have the best record. A train is considered to be ontime only if it arrives within one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 14:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Constitution Of The Church Of The Living God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Importance of Structure in the Local Church -- not just do whatever you please, however you want; There are standards ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church Divided, Denominated, Disobedient!

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 12, 2013

God’s word calls the church to high standards. Division and denominationalism should be unacceptable based on what the Bible clearly teaches.

What makes a certain food your favorite food? 1. You like its taste. 2. It satisfies your hunger. 3. It has all the vitamines and nutrients that you need for good health. What makes a certain church right for you? 1. You like its taste. 2. It satisfies your spiritual hunger. 3. It has all ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Up To God Standards Of Holiness

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 22, 2020

As a believer in CHRIST JESUS, having been sealed by HIS SPIRIT within us, we know our future. So, we should live our lives with expectation, as ready to meet and greet HIM, ready and together as one BODY. But we must see the difference, know the difference of what it is to “be holy”.

2020.05.24.SERMON.LIVING UP TO GOD’S STANDARD OF HOLINESS PART 2 William Akehurst, HSWC 1 Thessalonians 5:24 1 Peter 1:15-16 Thursday, 5/21/20 was Ascension Day. Acts 1:6-12 6 Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:24, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Kingdom's Higher Standards Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 14, 2025

In what areas of your life might you be fit to the world's standards rather than God's?

As believers, we are called to live according to God's laws and principles, which often differ from the world's standards. While some things may be legalized on earth, they may not be permissible in heaven. Let's explore some examples of things that are legalized on earth but may not be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7, 2 Timothy 2:15

Election Of Church Leadership Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 27, 2024

Election in the Church today is very ugly at every level from local congregation to the international forums. According to their spiritual standard people play the politics in a simple position to the highest rank. God hates.

Theme: Election in the Church Text: Acts 1:15-26 Greetings: The Lord is good and his Love endures forever. Introduction: Election in the Church today is very ugly at every level. According to their spiritual standard people play the politics in a simple nomination to the highest positions. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-26

Denomination: Methodist

Christian Integrity

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 24, 2010

A sermon examining Christian integrity.

CHRISTIAN INTEGRITY PHILEMON 1:10-17 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday, June 15th, 2025) I would like to talk to you today about “Christian Integrity”. In my preparation for this message I stumbled across an article by a man named Mark Stinnet. In it he says: “Frustration? That’s an ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist