Sermons on Church Training:

What Really Happened At Pentecost

Contributed by Frank Walker on Oct 15, 2001

God empowered the church greatly on the day of Pentecost.

What Really Happened At Pentecost? (Acts 2:1-4) I. The Power Of God Was Released A. A Sure Agreement (v. 1) 1. Notice that God has to first have something worth working with. 2. God will not work with a group of back-biting, self-centered, arguing, ill-tempered Christians. 3. Learn to agree ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

God's Glow In The City

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 3, 2001

Our city throws out a portrait to all who visit her. They can see and observe what values we live by. So what do they see?

God’s Glow In the City? Thesis: Our city throws out a portrait to all who visit her. They can see and observe what values we live by. So what do they see? Texts: Rev. 21:23,24 “The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the lamb is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:23-24, Revelation 22:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fiery Darts

Contributed by Mike Carmody on Jan 3, 2001

Some fiery darts that Satan is throwing at those seeking to worship God. Worship is a battle field that Satan has not had to send his troops to in a long time. Now that we are beginning to experiece worship.....LOOK OUT, HERE HE COMES!!!

Fiery Darts Eph. 6:10-17 In this text we see God’s instructions for defense against the devil. Vs. 14 tells us to gird up our loins with truth. Also in verse 14 we are to put on the breastplate of righteousness. Vs. 15 instructs us to protect our feet (or our steps) with preparation. Vs. 16 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Just D.e.w. It!

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 5, 2001

Every church ought to know its mission -- what Christ wants done in that community; and then the church ought to "Just DEW It".

Just D.E.W. it! (PROCLAIMING THE VISION OF OUR CHURCH) Psalms 133 January 7, 2001 Every church needs a vision of its mission. Without vision any person or organization will die. In addition to knowing our vision (mission), we also set goals - or checkpoints - that help us keep on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

Higher Ground

Contributed by Randy Santiago on Jan 9, 2001

Vision

Proverbs 29:18 "Where there is no vision, the people perish." The NIV translates it different but equally as powerful. "Where there is no revelation, the people cast of restraint." "Where there is no vision the people wander aimlessly." "Where there is no vision the people fall apart; they ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8, Psalm 29:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Kind Of Spark Are You?

Contributed by Randy Santiago on Jan 12, 2001

It only takes a SPARK to get a fire going!

INTRO: When I was a teen we use to sing a song around he campfire entitled: "Pass it on". It only takes a spark to get a fire going. And soon all those around will warm up to it’s glowing. This song was telling us that you can ignite your world as a believer for Christ. This is still true ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Adventure Of Vision

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

A church needs to know that it needs a vision

"The Great Adventure of Vision" Ezekiel 37:1-14 Hebrews 11:1, 8; 12:1-2 God Almighty is a God of Vision. Now when I say "vision" I am not necessarily talking about some mystical sight that someone sees. Occasionally a vision from God is like that as the Bible shows us. Paul saw a vision of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Bearing In Mind

Contributed by Rob Ross on Jan 14, 2001

What are some biblical characteristics that our church should emulate?

Verse: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Topic: Church Probing Question: What is church? Key Word: characteristics Subject: characteristics of church Aim: To encourage the congregation to identify desirable church characteristics. Title: Bearing In Mind Introduction Illustration: (Name Brand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Carrying God's Treasures In A Dangerous Land

Contributed by Charles Trout on Jan 23, 2001

How to journey through a dangerous land to make it home.

Carrying Precious Treasures In A Dangerous Land. Ezra 8:21 21Then I proclaimed a fast there, at the river of Ahava, that we might afflict ourselves before our God, to seek of him a right way for us, and for our little ones, and for all our substance. It is often the case that we overlook the ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21-33, Ezra 8:24-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Vision That Changed The World Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 23, 2001

How Peter’s vision changed the outreach of the church.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 20 “A Vision that Changed the World” Acts 10:1-33 God had called the people of Israel to a special relationship with Him so that they might be His people, his witnesses, His missionaries to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Of Sheep & Shepherds

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 23, 2001

The Motivation, Manner & Reward of Being An Elder.

Of Sheep & Shepherds Commercial currently airing that shows a lonely shepherd with a cell phone. As he makes a phone call, those he calls begin arriving in droves, until he surrounded by 100s of people. Wonder how many real shepherds spend a lot of time on a cell phone? Lonely! As Phillip ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4, Psalm 23:1-6

The Morning After A Short Night Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 30, 2001

Waking Up in a Dark World

THE MORNING AFTER A SHORT NIGHT April 18, 1775 British troops arrived in Boston harbor by night. The plan was to cross the Charles river in small boats and attack the towns of Concord and Lexington. A young man, aware of the plan, grabbed his horse and rode through the streets shouting, ‘WAKE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Your Physical Provision—part 1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 18, 2001

Part 1 of 3 in the 2nd of a 5-sermon series describing God’s provision for the people of Israel as it applies to His Church today. This sermon deals with God’s provision for His people’s autonomy or self-governance.

YOUR PHYSICAL PROVISION—Part I —Joshua 15:1--19:51 The Smith’s were proud of their family tradition. Their ancestors had come to America on the Mayflower. Their line had included Senators, Pastors, & Wall Street wizards. Now they decided to compile a family history, a legacy for the children. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Your Physical Provision—part 2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 18, 2001

This is part 2 of 3 in the 2nd of a 5-sermon series describing God’s provision for the people of Israel as it applies to His Church today. This sermon deals with God’s provision for His people’s autonomy or self-governance.

YOUR PHYSICAL PROVISION—Part II —Joshua 15:1--19:51 Terriotrial/Jurisdiction/Atmosphere for Glory The Pope just finished a tour of the East Coast and was taking a limousine to the airport. Having never driven a limo, he asked the chauffeur if he could drive for a while. Well, the chauffeur didn’t ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

America's Remedy

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 24, 2001

Find out how humbleness, prayer, and repentance in the life of a Christian can become the remedy for what ails our Nation and churches today.

IT HAS BEEN SAID THAT CHRISTIANS ARE A LOT LIKE TEA BAGS. YOU’LL NEVER KNOW HOW STRONG THEY ARE UNTIL YOU PUT THEM IN HOT WATER! UNFORTUNATELY, WE MAY NEVER GET TO KNOW HOW STRONG SOME CHRISTIANS COULD ACTUALLY BE BECAUSE THEY WILL DO JUST ABOUT ANYTHING TO AVOID BEING PUT INTO HOT WATER. WHAT I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-22

Denomination: Free Methodist