Sermons on Deacon Qualification:

Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning - The Church’s Construction - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 11, 2023

A great imagery is that of the Church being a Building, a spiritual house for God. The most vital part of the construction is the CORNERSTONE. We look at Christ the Cornerstone and the laying of the foundation of the Church. We are the continuing living stones.

SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING - THE CHURCH’S CONSTRUCTION - PART 6 THE CHURCH’S CONSTRUCTION The Church is entirely a New Testament concept though as we saw, it is seen typically in the Old Testament. In this section I want to look at the formation of the Church, and its ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:11, Psalm 118:22-24, 1 Peter 2:6-8, Ephesians 2:20, Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Peter 2:4-8, Psalm 18:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Living Hope- A Study Of 1peter

Contributed by Steven Devroy on May 15, 2024

Peter was called and chosen for a special purchase and plan that God had for him.

Opener: Welcome and good morning everyone! So blessed to see everyone here today! This morning we are starting a new sermon series on the book of First Peter. This study will lead us into studying how to suffer well for our faith in the Lord. You may have heard, recently, NASA landed the rover ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-19, John 15:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Many Do We Need On Our Team? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024

Explores Jesus' calling of ordinary men as disciples, emphasizing their willingness to follow and the transformative power of Christ's call.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters, to this sacred gathering where we come together, not as mere individuals, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love. It is a joy, a privilege, and a responsibility to stand before you today, to share the Word of God, and to delve into the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Topics: Jesus, Squad

With Whom Are We At War?

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Sep 26, 2009

Ordinary Proper 21: Divisions among Christians are not new. Unfortunately, they are all too common - even among the same church members. But we are called to be one because of the price paid to make us one - the Cross!

At one time, we had a large aquarium. It was fun to keep it up and to learn about the different sorts of tropical fish that we kept. One of my very favorite fish was the Betta Splendens. Sometimes they are called bettas or they are called Siamese Fighting Fish. There is a picture of a betta on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-41

Denomination: Lutheran

You Can't Be A Bible Believer If...

Contributed by Ray Geide on Jun 28, 2012

It seems that everyone likes to stick the label of Bible Believer on themselves (if not only for the few minutes that they spout their Bible misinformation). But just saying that you are a Bible Believer does not make you one. There are three require

It seems that everyone likes to stick the label of Bible Believer on themselves (if not only for the few minutes that they spout their Bible misinformation). But just saying that you are a Bible Believer does not make you one. There are three requirements a person must meet before he can truly ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Types Of Ministry

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 19, 2018

Let us look at some types of ministry: Burn out, Long nose, Compassion, Gap standers, Praiser, Seed providers, Prayer warriors, Tent makers.. we need to develop in all areas.

TYPES OF MINISTRY? By Wade Martin Hughes Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART? Matthew 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Ministry takes many forms. My simple definition of ministry is something like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:29, Luke 10:30-35, Ezekiel 22:30, 2 Chronicles 20:21, 2 Corinthians 9:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stories Of Christmas: Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2004

Stories of Christmas

A. THE FIRST WORD FROM HEAVEN IN 400 YEARS. LUKE 1:3-22 1. Why did God choose Elizabeth and Zacharias to be parents of John the Baptist? - Because they were godly. “Both were righteous before God, walking in all the commandments . . . blameless” (v. 6). - To raise a godly son. - To reward them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:3-22

Denomination: Baptist

Why Aren't You More Like You?

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

God has created us wonderful and unique. Why don’t we act like it? This message helps believers get in touch with their gifts.

Why Aren’t You More Like You? 1 Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. NIV Go with me on an imaginary trip to heaven. Suppose for a moment, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

The Kings Highway

Contributed by Paul Shafit on Aug 6, 2007

No matter what the world says, Jesus is the only way.

The Kings Highway John 14:6 The Mush god has been known to appear to millionaires on golf courses. He appears to politicians at ribbon-cutting ceremonies and to clergymen speaking the invocation on national TV at either Democratic or Republican conventions. The Mush god has no theology to speak ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ready Or Not

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 11, 2005

The parable of the 10 women waiting for the bridegroom to appear enlightens us as to how we should await the coming of Christ Jesus.

Ready Or Not – Matthew 25: 1 - 12 Intro: A young man applied for a job as a farm hand. When asked for his qualifications, he said, "I can sleep when the wind blows." --- This puzzled the farmer, but he took a liking to the young man and hired him. --- A few days later, the farmer and his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith: A Matter Of Trust

Contributed by Laren Whaley on Jul 25, 2010

Much has been taught, preached and spoken of on the subject of faith. Some feel like that they have a superior faith than others; they believe they have arrived unto a higher level with God through their faith.

Faith: A Matter of Trust Much has been taught, preached and spoken of on the subject of faith. Some feel like that they have a superior faith than others; they believe they have arrived unto a higher level with God through their faith. 1. God Is No Respecter of Persons. First, I want to share ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Studies In Ephesians: The Walks Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 18, 2011

Study of the Walks of Ephesians

Title: Walking in Lord Theme: Understanding how to walk in the Lord and what is required Text: Ephesians. I. Walk in good works Ephesians 2:10 We were created by God. We know this from the beginning of Genesis. He is our creator. So he has a right to our lives. In this verse we see that we are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Paralysis Of Analysis Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Nov 25, 2008

Sometimes we try to analyze and figure everything out and allow fear and intimidation keep us from reaching the lost.

The Paralysis of Analysis: How we can overcome the fear that keeps us from reaching the lost. The church became casual in comfort, neglecting its primary task of reaching sinners. Now, will we become paralyzed by fear? Review: Acts 1-9 • Because of Stephen, the Church goes from inward to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walk Worthy Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Apr 26, 2022

In the times and cultures of the Colossian church, hope was a commodity hard to come by. In his letter to them, Paul instructs them where they can find the kind of hope no one can rob from them.

I. Intro A. This is another of Paul’s “prison epistles,” written from the barracks in Rome (as he did with his letter to the Philippians) and in the company of Timothy B. Points out Epaphras (not Epaphroditus, a messenger for the Philippians), likely founder and pastor C. He expressed ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14, Romans 11:33, Philippians 1:27, Philippians 4:14-17, 2 Peter 2:2, 2 Peter 3:18, Ephesians 3:16-20, James 1:2-4, Matthew 5:12, Revelation 2:10, Romans 8:17, Psalm 103:12  (view more)  (view less)

Height Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 12, 2013

When the Creator walks into your life, every splendor of this world will be dwarfed!

Height! Ezekiel 31:”10 Therefore thus said the Lord God: Because it is exalted in stature and has set its top among the thick boughs and the clouds, and its heart is proud of its height.” The above words are directed against Egypt and the proud king Pharaoh. When you look at some ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 31:3-10

Denomination: Pentecostal