Sermons on Divine Unity:

Connecting To A Common Purpose Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 29, 2002

Small groups #2

Connecting to a common purpose # 2 of Core values of Christian community values Eric Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ October 13, 2002 What’s the difference between a southern zoo and a northern zoo? A southern zoo has a description of the animal on the front of the cage, along with a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Way Of Relating - Mutual Submission

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 9, 2009

The key to relating in God’s church is mutual submission. This aplies to everyone in the church, young and old, male and female and affects all our family relationships.

God has instituted an amazing plan, a plan that involves you and me in showing the world how great is his wisdom and glory. Not only has he instituted this plan but he’s carried it out and continues to carry it out generation after generation. He’s restored our spiritual life. He’s put us in ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Beginning Of… Confusion Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 23, 2010

God confuses the world to protect his people, while the gospel of Jesus makes all things new.

Scripture Introduction In my pastry class, a student noted that everyone liked sweets. The Chef-Instructor misheard what was said and began answering the question: “Why does everyone like sweets?” She said that when we were cavemen, we saw people eating bitter things more often became ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Take A Stand For Jesus Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Nov 4, 2008

In a world that is hostile to the message of Jesus, do we dare to stand for him whatever the cost?

TAKE A STAND FOR JESUS Taking a stand on any issue requires conviction. You have to believe that what you are standing firm on is somehow the most righteous position you can think of. Without this conviction you will be swayed by persuasive argument to give up your position, or at least to see ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30, Philippians 1:28

Denomination: Mennonite

Living A Life Of Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008

God’s grace finds expression in the way we treat both people and possessions.

Living a Life of Grace Acts 4:32-37 32All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. 33 With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37, Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blessed To Be A Blessing Series

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Aug 29, 2007

Paul commands us to "walk worthy," but what does the "worthy walk" look like?

THE CHURCH Blessed To Be A Blessing Ephesians 4:1-6 1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. 3 Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Divided Church Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 27, 2012

The effect of divisions in the church and how they arise.

Introduction Clicks, they are the bane of high schools! It seems to be the fate of teenagers to get caught up in them, either eager to get into some or eager to avoid others. But clicks are not unique to teenagers and high schools. As we are about to learn, adults are also prone to them even in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Learning To Listen

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012

The greatest commandment (according to Jesus) is found in the Shema (Shmah). So it would do us good to really listen to what God wants to say to us today. Revelation 2:11 says, “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”

Learning to Listen Deuteronomy 6:4-9 4 Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God, the LORD is one. 5 Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. 6 These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. 7 Impress them on your children. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being Community Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jul 26, 2019

In Corinth the Lord’s Supper had become a place where privilege and class diversity was causing division. Through Paul’s rebuke we are called to examine whether our participation in the Lord’s Supper is unworthy.

Message 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Being Community The church in Corinth is well known as a church with issues. Let’s turn to 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 and read about an issue they were having with the Lord’s Supper. The news of Lord Supper chaos has come to Paul from Corinth through “some from Chloe’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

"I Am Gifted" Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 5, 2014

What is Christ’s gift? Well it’s the spoils of his victory over sin and death. We know that he has all authority in heaven and on earth, he has inherited all of creation. So the measure of his gift is unlimited.

“I Am Gifted” (Eph 4:1-16) One of my best friends when I was growing up played hockey with me. We did everything together. Played army at construction sites, floor hockey in his huge basement, tobogganed on the hill behind his house, rode dirtbikes, went to the same school. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

God The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on May 6, 2005

A LOOK AT GOD THE HOLY SPIRIT, HIS MANIFESTATIONS, HIS POWERS AND HIS WORKS.

GOD THE HOLY SPIRIT BY ABIMBOLA SALU. God the Holy Spirit is the third person in the blessed Holy Trinity. Even though He is a spirit, he is alive and is a person. He exists in unity with God the Father and God the Son and as God the Holy Spirit, He completes the triumvirate. Our first contact ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

"How Do I Know The Bible Is True?" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 21, 2004

How can I know the Bible is a reliable record of God’s revelation of Himself to us?

"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work." - 2 Timothy 3:16 There are many people who will say that the Bible is merely a collection of myths and legends. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Do The Demons Know You?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 23, 2005

Do they laugh or fear when they hear your name?

Do The Demons Know You? People like to be associated with famous people because in some sense they feel they are famous. They like riding the coattails of people. I have been to meetings where someone of some stature was present and for a certain price you could have your picture taken with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel According To Isaiah

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 17, 2009

Isaiah prophesied long ago that the Messiah, Jesus, was coming, and therefore, we must accept Him into our hearts today.

The Gospel According to Isaiah Text: Isaiah 9:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: Praise God for Christmas. Praise Him for the incarnation, for the word made flesh. I will not sing of shepherds watching flocks on frosty nights, or angel choristers. I will not sing of a stable bare in Bethlehem, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Getting The Job Done

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

If we want to really connect with God’s plan, we need 3 essential elements: heart, interaction, and spirit.

Getting the Job Done Intro: Last week in the state of the church address we talked about the 5 main purposes of the church and the job God has called us to do. He wants us to help people find out who He really is and help them learn to love and obey Him. In any job it helps to have the right ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God