Sermons on Effective Communication:

The Power Of The Church Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Aug 25, 2006

Where does the power for living as an effective witness for Christ come from? The answer is none other than the Holy Spirit.

Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds The Power of the Church Text: Acts 1:1-8 Introduction: On Father’s Day in 1997, Ricardo Enamorado set out on a jet ski from Chicago’s Wilson Avenue Boat Ramp and headed north along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. After traveling several miles north, at about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Beauty Of Godly Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the beauty of Godly marriage, its biblical foundations, and the principles that make it thrive.

Marriage is a sacred institution created by God, and it is a beautiful reflection of His love and character. In the Bible, marriage is described as a union between a man and a woman, designed to bring joy, companionship, and fulfillment to both partners. In this sermon, we will explore the beauty ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, Matthew 6:14-15

Becoming God's Sign

Contributed by Jay Robison on Sep 28, 2011

Mother Teresa said become God's sign in your community. We must point others to Christ

BECOMING GOD’S SIGN Aug 14 2011 J Robison JN 1:43-51 PS 139:1-6 13-18 2 COR 5:16-21 Title for today’s message comes from quote Mother Theresa Make it a special point to become God’s sign in your community Becoming a sign for God in US has become increasingly difficult Yr ago ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Baptist

Neither Do I Condemn You Series

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Feb 23, 2003

If we fail to practice the gospel we preach, can we expect our preaching of the gospel to be effective?

TITLE: Neither Do I condemn You TEXT: John 3:16-17; 8:2-11; Romans 8:1 Preached by Louis Bartet at Point Assembly of God, February 23, 2003 John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life. 17 For God ...read more

Scripture: John 3:17, John 8:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

High In Salt Content Part 1

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

Part 1 of being salty - Biblical cause-and-effect passages of how others will find the Lord.

Mark 9:50; Luke 14:34 – High in Salt Content Part 1 Two Grand Mananers are looking for jobs in the paper. "Look! Here’s an ad for a waiter!" says #1. "No, I don’t want it,” says Grand Mananer #2. “It says you have to fill the salt shakers and its too hard to get the salt through those tiny ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:50

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Heaven Like?

Contributed by W F on Aug 5, 2005

A look at some of the benefits Believers will enjoy in the next life and how these effect the way we live today.

What is Heaven Like? “When I get to heaven, I shall see three wonders there: The first wonder will be to see many people there whom I did not expect to see; The second wonder will be to miss many people whom I did expect to see; the third and greatest of all will be to find myself there” (John ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: *other

God's S.w.a.t. Team

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 8, 2005

God has an arsonal that far outways the weapons of Satan and even though this message is simple it is effective if employed.

Scripture: Luke 4:18 Title: “God’s S.W.A.T. Team” "Special Weapons And Tactics" Introduction: All too often we see splashed across our daily news programs where someone has been taken hostage. The enemies of the human race have discovered the strength of using terror to get what they want ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18, Isaiah 14:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Easter Miracle Isn't Found In The Tomb

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 12, 2006

This sermon examines the effect that the empty grave had on the women who first arrived at the tomb on Easter morning.

April 16, 2006 Mark 16:1-8 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the tomb and they asked each other, “Who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Forging A Real World Faith

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006

This sermon looks at what we must do to forge a faith that is real and effective in our world today.

Forging A Real World Faith: Live as a Servant and Witness of the Lord Acts 26 Intro.: A. We have been talking about Forging a Real World Faith! A couple of special word pictures we have to help us understand that God wants to Forge in us a Real World Faith is… 1. BlackSmith who took molted metal, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-20

Denomination: Adventist

Christmas Love: The Story Of God's Gift To Us Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 20, 2006

This is a sermon about God’s gift to us. How it is 1. Usefull 2. Costly 3. Effective

Christmas Love: The Story of God’s Gift to Us Christmas was an exciting time and Joie was excited too. He was only 10 years old and he was as excited as any ten year old boy could be. For him Christmas was still a time of wonder. He did the things most 10 year olds do. He played ball, rode his ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Teamwork Needed"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 26, 2003

Teamwork enables us to become more effective in building the kingdom of God than individual efforts alone.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches September 26, 2003 Teamwork Needed I Corinthians 3:7-9 INTRODUCTION: How many of you like to work as a part of a team? How many of you like to work on a project by yourself? How many like to sometimes be on a team and sometimes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:7-10

Denomination: Methodist

"Three F's Of Church Ministry"

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Jun 12, 2007

There are many aspects to our ministry within the church, here are three as given by Paul; that are critical to ministry effectiveness

• In Ephesians 2:19-22; Paul is explaining to the Church of Ephesus the importance of the presence of the Spirit within the church • Many churches have services but having services does not equate to experiencing God • John 4:24: “God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Door Key To Heaven

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Aug 4, 2007

There seems to be a blurring of the need of the Cross of Christ in our responsibility as a Christian. The Cross is an absolute necessity for the Christian to be effective . . . .

Scripture: Matthew 27:29 – 38 Title: “The Door Key To Heaven” Introduction: Jesus made the ‘Cross’ famous by His sacrifice on it. Jesus made many references to the ‘Cross’ before He faced it for Himself. The act of crucifying people was a very common occurrence during N.T. times. (“And sitting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:29-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Coming To Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

Andrew’s witness to Peter and Philip’s witness to Nathanael provide rich lessons for effective evangelism.

Coming to Jesus Fortifying the Foundations #4 John 1:35-52 3-21-03 Intro: We come to a passage this morning that is full of instruction on coming to Jesus and leading others to Christ. How do we interact with people so that they can come to the Lord? How does the Lord deal with us and with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37, John 1:35-52

Denomination: Charismatic

The Key Of Worship Series

Contributed by Steve Mcfarland on Jan 16, 2005

Part 2 of this 4-part sermon series on worship defines the Key element needed for effective worship.

I.The Key Of Worship A. The Heart Of The Worshiper 1.A Pure Heart a.Matthew 5:8 – “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” In Psalm 24:3-5 the psalmist asks this question, “Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? And who may stand in His holy place?” He then ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist