Sermons on Constructing:

The Origin, Purpose, And Power Of The Church

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The first mention of "the church" in the Bible came from the lips of our Lord Himself. It is found in this morning's text passage, the obvious starting point for any study of what has been called the "Body of Christ." The Greek word translated throughout the New Testament as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Have No Illusions

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 8, 2005

In our world we can become distracted by the illusions of wealth, power and prestige. Pursuing such illusions may give us temporary satisfaction, but they do not give us eternal security. We need to stand on the foundation which will not crumble.

Have No Illusions Readings Ecclesiastes 2:1-11 Matthew 7:24-27 (text) Congregation of the Lord Jesus Christ, Young people, boys and girls. You can open any one of a dozen teen magazines available at the moment and the same message will jump out from all of them. A person who has made it in this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Lighthouse

Contributed by James May on Dec 8, 2004

The church is the "Keeper of the Flame". We must never allow the light of the gospel to grown dim or to go out.

The Lighthouse by Pastor Jim May Isaiah 9:2 "The people that walked in darkness have seen a great light: they that dwell in the land of the shadow of death, upon them hath the light shined." Years ago there was a song written by Ronnie Hinson that went something like this: There’s a lighthouse ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Road Signs For Life - Part Two Series

Contributed by Paul Newell on Jul 19, 2003

This is the second sermon in a two-part series on making positive decisions. For part one see "Road Signs For Life - Part One."

Last week we discovered the first three road signs for life. When you are faced with which direction you need to go, when you are faced with a decision in life, God does not leave us without a clue. He has laid down some powerful guidelines to point us down the road we need to travel. Several ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Duty Free Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

#7 in series. We are free from other people's rules. We are free to serve Jesus.

Colossians 2:13-23 – Duty Free Today we arrive at a passage of scripture filled with controversial topics. It flies in the face of traditions, long-held beliefs, and die-hard convictions. But it is still worth saying, and I hope I can preach it in a spirit of love and compassion. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

“spectators Or Combatants?” Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 20, 2011

Man's religion is at war with God's revelation.

Introduction “The tale is told of a soldier during the Civil War who simply could not make up his mind which side of the conflict he supported. Thus, he dressed in a blue coat and gray pants, and walked down the center of the battlefield confident of his approval by both sides…and was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Christian Church

The High Cost Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 25, 2007

In this message we look at 5 snapshots/pictures of the church. These snapshots help the listener see the NT church as it is intended to be.

“The High Cost of Discipleship” Luke 14:25-35 I think that one of the most deceptive things we see in our world today are ads that tell us one thing but when we look closer there is a lot they are not telling us. Ads for cars are notorious for this. You’ve seen them. They advertise a car at one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome A Critical Spirit

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 13, 2007

You can be someone who steps forward. You can look at the positive and the good and how something could be. This is the right way to handle a critical spirit in your own life.

How to Overcome a Critical Spirit Numbers 13:16-33 Near the end of C. S. Lewis’s "Chronicles of Narnia" Aslan the Lion takes Lucy, Edmund, Peter and everyone to the New Narnia--to what we would call "heaven" or the New Creation. It is a place of astonishing light and beauty; a place where every ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

Following Instructions

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 1, 2008

Purpose is a pretty big idea. When we talk about “understanding your purpose in life,” the subject can seem kind of insurmountable.

Purpose is a pretty big idea. When we talk about “understanding your purpose in life,” the subject can seem kind of insurmountable. A while back, I was involved in a Christian outreach project with the Jewish community. They weren’t sure if they trusted my intentions, so they invited me to meet ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is A Generation

Contributed by Timothy Darling on May 11, 2008

There is a generation that does not bless their mother. Let it never be said of the people of God that we failed to bless our mothers.

There is a Generation Proverbs 30:11–14 In this passage, a literal translation of the phrase that begins each verse is "there is a generation." Among the bad things that typify Agur’s generation is a general dishonoring of parents. We can get a feel for the severity of the situation by looking ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:11-14

Denomination: Mennonite

The Ministry Of Thornes

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 8, 2008

WHEN GOD ALLOWS OR CAUSES US TO GO THROUGH PAINFUL THINGS THAT ACTUALLY BENEFIT US MORE IN THE LONG RUN THAN THE GOOD THINGS.

THE MINISTRY OF THORNS VS. THE MINISTRY OF THRONES *** The Gospel and the gift of God are structured so wonderfully that the very enemies and forces that are marshaled to fight against us actually help pave our way to success. *** Those forces can be used the same way an eagle uses the fierce ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paying The Cost To Not Be The Boss

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007

Jesus demonstrates for us that there is a difference between salvation and discipleship.

Other Scripture used: Deuteronomy 30:15-20 Philemon 1-20 Psalm 1 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) I. Intro God’s definitely got ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What Is Communion?

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 2, 2009

Communion is looking backward, looking forward and looking inward.

WHAT IS COMMUNION Every Friday the old man would walk the beach with a bucket full of shrimp feeding the seagulls. His name is Eddie Rickenbacker. In October of 1942 he had been sent on a mission to deliver an important message to Gen Douglas McArthur. With a handpicked crew he flew his B-17 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-30

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Christians In The Workplace

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 31, 2009

God’s people should give their best in the workplace.

CHRISTIANS IN THE WORKPLACE Daniel 6:1-28 Let us read Daniel 6:1-28 to find out what is expected from God’s people in the workplace. Read the text. EXPOSITION God’s people should give their best in the workplace. Working in a non-Christian environment is not an excuse to mediocrity. No ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Do Something

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 18, 2009

To trust is to obey.

Let us imagine that you are the president of a company. You need to travel abroad and stay there for an extended time. Before leaving, you instructed your employees, “I want you to take care of business. I will e-mail you regularly on what you should do from now until I return from this business ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17

Denomination: Baptist