Sermons on Currupt Church:

Consider Your Ways

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Jul 13, 2008

A Warning to the Church today.

“Consider Your Ways” Text: Haggai 1:1-7 1 ¶ In the second year of Darius the king, in the sixth month, in the first day of the month, came the word of the LORD by Haggai the prophet unto Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua the son of Josedech, the high priest, ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-7

Denomination: *other

Cluless Christians With Crossless Commitments

Contributed by Mcclinton Hall on Jul 24, 2008

This sermon gives thre role and the relationship that men and women ought to have with God, especially those who seek the office of Deacons and Deacons’ Wives.

My brothers and sisters, this message this evening is to insure us and to remind us of our relationship with God. Because with God it’s not who we are, but rather it’s who God is. It’s not the position but rather it’s the praise. It’s not about who is in control, but it’s about who holds us. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Christian Community Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Jul 25, 2008

An examination of the joy that comes from belonging to the Christian community, as described in Phil 1:1-11.

Title: Joy In Christian Community Series: The Joy of the Christian Life (Sermon # 2) Text: Phil 1:1-11 Date Preached: July 27, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 (All Rights Reserved) Introduction A. Open your Bibles to Philippians, in the New Testament. We’ll be looking at the first eleven ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing Concerns Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008

How to handle the challenges of growth

Growing Concerns Handle Growing Concerns with Discernment (Acts 6:1-2) Don’t Ignore the Problem Don’t Resent the People Don’t Over-react to the Problem Do Realistically Assess the Problem Handle Growing Concerns by Delegating (Acts 6:3-6) Delegate to those who are of good reputation (known ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 5, 2008

59th in a series from Ephesians. The breastplate of righteousness requires us to live out the righteousness we have in Jesus.

If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, then whether you know it or not, you have enlisted in a spiritual war against Satan and his demons. And the only way that you can possibly be successful in that war is to be strengthened continually by God as you allow Jesus to dwell in your life and then put ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

It's Gotta Be The Shoes Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 10, 2008

60th in a series from Ephesians. Peace is the foundation that allows us to stand firm against the devil.

Opening: Clip of Nike commercial – “It’s gotta be the shoes.” This 1989 classic Nike commercial was intended to convince the buying public of the importance of having the right shoes. And, although shoes are often much more of a fashion statement than functional, there are still many times when ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Baptist

When The Spirit Weeps Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 19, 2008

Exposition of Ephesians 4:29-32 in light of the passage in the covenant that deals with gossip, feuding, and grudges

Text: Eph 4:29-32, Title: When the Spirit Weeps, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/17/08, PM A. Opening illustration: The fine line between keeping Mackenzie from being a little mama and being a tattletale B. Background to passage: We now continue in the covenant series with tonight’s message related to a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Beatitudes Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 1:Sermon on the Mount Series - The Beatitudes

The Great Commission Part 1 – Sermon on the Mount - Beatitudes Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † Jesus was called, baptized, filled with and the Holy Spirit † Chose 12 Apostles from among the Disciples † Jesus cleanses the Temple at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Bible Church

The Wise And Foolish Man Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 22:Sermon on the Mount Series - ...Therefore, anyone who hears these Words of mine AND puts them into practice, is like a wise man...

The Great Commission Part 21 – Sermon on the Mount – Mere Professing Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † Beatitudes - We are the Salt, staying pure with God’s Holy Word † We are the Light, showing that Word to the World † Hate is same as murder ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Bible Church

Authentic Love Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Aug 25, 2008

3rd and last in a series on Romans 12. This message addresses the call and the ways believers are to authentically loving other believers and unbelievers.

Trinity Baptist Church August 24, 2008 Combating complacency Authentic Love Romans 12:9-21 Some of you remember that once upon a time I was -- sort of a hippie. It was during college -- Patty and I both attended K-State. My second Summer in college I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus Alone Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 17, 2007

Why are there so many divisions (denomitaions) among God’s people. Why can’t we get along? Aseemingly minor event in the life of our Lord will help us to better understand how things got the way they are—and what we can do to fix them.

by Scott Bayles Following Jesus part 3 Following Jesus Alone Have you ever stopped to count all the churches in your town? Take a leisurely drive through Any Town, U.S.A. and try counting all the church buildings you see—you’ll probably run out of fingers and toes. Let your fingers walk through ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-41

Denomination: Christian Church

Diversity In Unity

Contributed by Gary Birch on Jul 14, 2006

The Church is known as Christ’s body, but as in the body we are many parts, each with different roles and abilities. We need to celebrate our differences while keeping hold of the One who is central to us all.

(Note: English Preacher in an American Church!!) Peanuts by Charles Schultz: Lucy demanded that Linus change the channel on the TV, threatening him with her fist if he didn’t comply. “What makes you think you can walk in here and take over?” asks Linus. “These five fingers,” says Lucy. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-30

Three Homes

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 16, 2007

Everyone needs a Heavenly Home, a Christian Home, and a Church Home. How to have a Happy Heart, a Harmonious Household, and a Healthy Church. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Three Homes http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/3Homes.html 2 Corinthians 5:1 For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. Every person ought to have: • A Heavenly Home • A Christian Home • A ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1, 2 Corinthians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

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

Do Not Forsake The Assembly

Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jul 23, 2009

An invitation to consider anew the precious opportunity we have to enter the presence of God.

Our text begins with the word “therefore.” Now in the Greek, this word points backwards to the teaching that has gone before. In other words, “in light of this teaching,” these following things are true. The writer had carefully built a case that Christ is the Superior, once-for-all sacrifice, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-24

Denomination: Baptist