Sermons on Cliques: showing 496-510 of 557

Member's Only! Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Nov 30, 2008

Part 5 of our Fracture series looks at the barrier of favoritism. We tackle what the bible has to say about social and class warfare and how we need to keep this out of the church.

Fracture Part 5- “Member’s Only” Pastor Ryan Akers I am excited about this message today. Because it’s a message that I think affects all of us but none of us want to openly admit that we struggle with what I am about to talk about. That’s what makes it fun because it’s so challenging. Before we ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

One Body ... United For God's Work

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Nov 9, 2008

I don’t care what anybody has ever told you ... the same day that you was saved by GRACE (charis) is the same day that you received your spiritual gift (charisma)

ONE BODY UNITED... FOR GOD’S WORK 1 Corinthians 12:1-7 Preached on 9 November 2008 at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Waukegan, IL by REV. KELVIN L. PARKS Text: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7 Subject: One Body ... United for GOD’s Work I am reminded of a Sunday Morning Peanuts comic strip, where LUCY ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Unity Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

The Blessing of unity (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Romans chapter 15 verses 5-6 “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, 6 so that with one heart and one mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ”. You expect to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:5-6

Denomination: Brethren

The Company We Keep

Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 15, 2004

We need godly wisdom in order to avoid the snares of those whose path leads to destruction.

The Company We Keep… Proverbs 1:7-19 The invitations go out every day. They’re in the mail, they’re on our front doorstep, they’re waiting for us at the street corner, they’re lying around the offices where we work, and they’re posted all over the neighborhoods where we live. They come by way of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where The Streets Have No Name Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on May 16, 2012

Today in our passage of Scripture we see the way the world looks thru the eyes of God. It’s a very different view than the world has. The world ranks you based on your performance, based on your looks, based on relationships and power. And that’s not t

“Where the Streets Have No Name” Galatians 3: 26-4: 7 October 16, 2011 Intro: Let me start of by reading you a couple of quotes. Oprah Winfrey said, “I discovered I didn’t feel worthy of love unless I was accomplishing something. I suddenly realized I have never felt I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Vessels Of God's House

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 1, 2008

God told Jeremiah to go down to the potter¡¯s house and there will I cause thee to hear my words¡±. Jer.18:1. So Jeremiah went down to the potter¡¯s house and he saw the potter ¡°wrought a work on the wheels and the vessel that he made of clay was marred

The Vessels of Gods House What type of vessel are you 2nd Timothy 2:19-21, 2nd Corinthians 4:7, Jeremiah 18:1-4 In our society today the uniqueness of individuality is almost gone. Everything is produced in such a massive quantity that we loose the appreciation of something quickly and ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

A Place For Everyone And Everyone In Their Place

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 31, 2015

A sermon examining the fact that God has a place of service for each of His Children. And that He has gifted and equipped us to be that part of the body that He has chosen us to be.

A Place For Everyone And Everyone In Their Place I Corinthians 12:12-27 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ - Years ago I was promoted to a position that involved managing a vast parts warehouse. When I first walked in to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Love Me?

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

Malachi chapter 1. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Malachi chapter 1 verses 1-14 Ill: The world’s easiest test. (1). The books Outline. • There are two main ways people look at the book of Malachi; • You can take your pick as to which you prefer. (1stway): By questions. • The book of Malachi is ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-14

Denomination: Brethren

Discovering Divine Community Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 22, 2009

Do you BELONG? Are you CONNECTED to anything that transcends yourself? One of the most striking paradoxes of our current culture today… is the crisis of connection.

Do you BELONG? Are you CONNECTED to anything that transcends yourself? One of the most striking paradoxes of our current culture today… is the crisis of connection. • Never has our world experienced the level of connection that has become possible in just the last 10 years. It’s become ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If Christ Is Not Risen From The Dead, Then What?

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Apr 24, 2017

What if the Resurrection of Jesus had not occurred? Have you thought of the consequences and what the Christian faith would be like? Quote: “Christmas is the promise, and Easter is the proof.” But that proof Is called into question by skeptics.

BUT IF CHRIST IS NOT RISEN FROM THE DEAD, THEN WHAT? 1 Corinthians 15:1 Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand, 2 by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preached to you - unless you believed in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Power And Wisdom Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 4 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians discussing the enlightening ministry of the Holy Spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit” Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Enlightening Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 5 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing our exploration of the Holy Spirit's ministry of enlightening believers.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit” Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Partnering In The Growth Of The Kingdom Part 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 10 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing the discussion of building the kingdom.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Serve as Partners for the Kingdom of God” I Corinthians 3:10-4:5 NOTE: Since we failed to complete the material from last week’s message I will not reproduce it all here but only include some new thoughts not in last week’s notes. If you want the whole ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Pentecost: The Establishment Of The Church Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

Fifty days after Jesus' resurrection, the church of Jesus Christ was established. A follow-up to the Gospel of Mark series. (PREACHED DURING THE COVID SHUT DOWN)

PENTECOST: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHURCH (FOLLOW-UP TO CHRIST'S GREAT COMMISSION) Good Morning Family, I’m praying that everyone is doing well. I know that you, even as I am, are anxious to be at the church building worshipping together as a family. But, sadly, we will still be home again ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Basis For Getting Along Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 23, 2002

Effective Family Living Series (Part 1) - In world that lives by getting even, learn what it takes to get along!

THE BASIS FOR GETTING ALONG Effective Family Living Series. Part 1 Eph. 5:21 “Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ” That’s a tall order, isn’t it? Submit? For what? This is the intro. Text to the rest of Eph.5:22-6:9. This is the key thought surrounding these verses. Get along with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Evangelical Free