Sermons on Effect Of Disunity:

This Is That!

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Sep 5, 2008

This message deals with the importance of the Holy Spirit’s presence in the believer’s life to be effective in our efforts in ministry.

Scripture: Acts 2:16 Title: “This Is That” Introduction: I am fully persuaded that the disciples of Jesus failed to understand everything that Jesus said to them during the time they spent together. · I am also fully persuaded they stood in awe at the miracles Jesus performed before their very ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church In The World Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 26, 2006

The Church in the world is to posses certain characteristics in order to be effective in the world and fulfill the eternal purpose of God. Part #2

“The Church in the World” By District Elder M. L. Maughmer, Jr. The second phase of the metamorphosis is the maturation phase it is the phase where action happens. It is in this phase that growth happens. Understand that when we say growth we are not talking about numbers, but character. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Apostolic

Choices, Choices

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jun 25, 2006

Life is full of choices. Some have effects on our lives, but The Bible gives us eternal choices to make.

CHOICES, CHOICES Text: Matthew 7:15-27 I. TWO WAYS (13-14) A. Wide gate (v.13) (“many there be which go in thereat”) B. Narrow gate (v.14) (“few there be that find it”) (John 14:6) II. TWO TREES (15-20) A. Good tree (v.17a) (conforms with Scriptures) B. Corrupt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

Separation Of Church And State? A July 4th Look At Our Heritage In America

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Jul 14, 2004

This sermon examines our Christian heritage, the separation of Church and state and its effects on American Society since 1962.

The 4th of July is a special day in our country but not just for the signing of the declaration. Many special things have happened on this day. Three American presidents died on the Fourth of July, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and James Monroe. And if you want to get down to it, Monroe ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Begins With Mourning

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 8, 2011

The first step in the turn towards God is to be troubled by "the way things are;" in effect, to mourn over sin.

How many of you watched the debut of the new reality show, Temptation Island, this week? I didn’t. It had somehow slipped under my radar screen, and I hadn’t even heard about it until Thursday morning at Bible study. For those of you fortunate enough not to have heard about it, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Divine Power For A Divine Purpose

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 29, 2011

The power of the Holy Spirit is given to us so that we can be effective witnesses for Christ and to expand His kingdom.

DIVINE POWER FOR A DIVINE PURPOSE STUDY TEXT: ACTS 1:8 Introduction God promised a divine power which shall be solely for a divine purpose. This is because the power will come through the Holy Spirit, and the primary purpose shall be to win souls to the kingdom of God. Thus, the baptism in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beware Of The "Second" Temptation

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Nov 17, 2013

Why do we yield to temptation when things are going well and how do we resist it effectively.

Beware of the Second Temptation Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13 - message to go with Adult SS Class.... Today we’re going to talk about temptation. And we all know the classic passage of scripture that every pastor has used at least once to preach on temptation. What’s the story? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Live Holy Lives Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016

The effectiveness of the church is not based on the worship service. It's based on what happens in the lives of its people throughout the week

Take your Bibles this morning and turn to Titus 2:9-15. We’re continuing on this morning in our series from Paul’s letter to his protégé, Titus, called “Grow Church, Grow!” It’s basketball season. We all have our favorite teams. We get excited about ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptism

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 19, 2015

In this message I brought all the children up close to the baptistery and allowed them to witness a baptism. Very effective.

This morning I want to invite all of the children 6th grade and younger to come and stand right up here. Because I want to talk to you today about baptism. Most of you have seen someone get baptized before but you probably haven’t seen it this close up. And I think the best way for me to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:12

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Died For Us

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 20, 2013

Setting forth the necessity of our Lord's death, its far-reaching effect and the blessings that flow from it.

“CHRIST DIED FOR US” “But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

"Joshua Fought The Battle Of Jericho" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 7, 2016

This was the Lord of Host's battle, and His victory. The strategy was unconventional, but effective, and a reminder of the holy wrath of God upon wickedness.

God is depicted in the Book of Joshua as a Warrior--One who leads His people into battle and gives them victory. Throughout Scripture, God is referred to as the “Lord of Hosts,” literally “armies.” Joshua engaged the enemy in the Name and power of God, a holy conflict. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-27

Denomination: Congregational

Good Friday: The Nailing Of Jesus

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 15, 2018

By invoking the power of the Spirit and linking it to the Cross, Paul effectively dislodges one from any cross-less spirituality.

The Crucifixion of Christ horrified well-disposed pagans, and Christians were taunted with the disgrace of having such a God. Christian art only gradually overcame the repugnance to realistic representations of the death on the cross. At first the cross was represented as studded with ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Social Development Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025

Social development is the growth of healthy relationships, effective communication, and godly influence in society in line with God’s principles.

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 – “Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.” Key ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Story Of Ptsd Series

Contributed by Gary Tate on Mar 6, 2024

To those who have shared in the various effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (P.T.S.D.)

Authors Notes We can at times ask the questions such as, why did this happen or why me or perhaps where God was as this developed? This book may not be an answer to all these questions, but I believe this document may help anyone start or continue the process to recovery. There is much that has not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Other

The Power Of Waiting For The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 23, 2025

Power for effective ministry and victorious living comes through waiting upon God for the infilling and empowerment of the Holy Spirit.

THE POWER OF WAITING FOR THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:4-8 Key Verse: “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you.” — Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:31, Luke 24:49, Acts 2:1-4, John 16:7-13 INTRODUCTION: Waiting is one of the hardest ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God