Sermons on Effective Communication:

Effective Broadcasting – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 2, 2009

The Body of Christ that God will use to evangelize the next generation has members who are specialized in different methods of broadcasting the seed of God’s Word in the fields of the world.

Turn Your Bibles to Acts 6:4 and then verse 7 Title: Effective Broadcasting – Part 1 Theme: Planting the Word of God Series: Essentials for Church Growth Listen as I read Acts 6:4 and then verse 7, “But we will devote ourselves to prayer and to ministry of the word.” “And the word of God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Effective Leadership Is Based On Service Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 16, 2005

A look at some of the building blocks necessary for effective leadership.

It has been said that, “A church wrapped up in itself makes a small package—too small, in fact.” Christ has commissioned His church to win the lost for Him. The most effective way to accomplish this mission is through leading in service. To be an effective leader one must have a servant’s heart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:37-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Key To Powerful And Effective Prayer Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 27, 2022

Covering the subject of "how to pray for others" from the book of Ephesians

Key to Powerful and Effective Prayer CCCAG, March 13th, 2022 Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21 If I were to ask the question, how many people here would say they have a problem having a consistent prayer life? Is your idea of prayer maybe the last thing you think about before falling asleep? Is it only ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Extreme Makoever: Pierced Tongue Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Apr 15, 2004

This is the third sermon in the Extreme Makeover series. James teaches us how to T.A.M.E. the tongue.

EXTREME MAKEOVER: PIERCED TONGUE James 3:1-12 April 25, 2003 Introduction: This morning we will be continuing our study of the book of James titled “Extreme Makeover.” We have already learned that if Jesus were to do an extreme makeover of our lives he would give us big ears so that we could ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Helping Christians To Be Effective Leaders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Caution to newly promoted executives—remember what the mamma whale told the baby whale: “When you get to the top and start letting off steam, that’s the time you’re most apt to be harpooned

HELPING CHRISTIANS ASCEND TO HIGHER LEVELS OF LEADERSHIP EFFECTIVENESS (Eph. 4:15,16) "No longer should we be like children tossed like ships to and fro between chance gusts of teaching and wavering with every changing wind of doctrine, the prey of cunning and cleverness of unscrupulous men ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Developing An Effective Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 18, 2007

Developing an effective prayer life takes daily commitment. #2 in a 4 part series.

Title: Developing An Effective Prayer Life Series: Prayer Changes Things Text: Daniel 6:1-23 Introduction: The Graduates vs. the ACLU This story took place in Calvert County, Maryland, where a senior named Julie Schenk was asked to lead a prayer at her high-school graduation. Of course, it’s ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

4 Essentials Of An Effective Church

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 17, 2016

A sermon examining 4 things that are necessary for a church to be effective.

4 Essentials Of An Effective Church Acts 16:6-10 Effectiveness is "the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result". You can have a business and not have an effective business... Just ask the owners of Radio Shack. You can have a sports team and not have an effective ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

How Effective Are Your Prayers?

Contributed by Michael Moulder on Feb 23, 2005

This sermon challenges us as Christians to evalute the effectieness of our prayer lives and prayerfully causes us to improve upon them.

Michael Moulder 10/24/2004 How Effective Are Your Prayers How Effective Are Your Prayers James 5:13-18 Introduction: T. J. Bach once wrote this prayer: I asked for health that I might do greater things; I was given infirmity that I might do better things, I asked God for strength that I might ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Marks Of An Effective Christ-Follower

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 12, 2009

Effective Christ-followers... Keep Paying it Forward, Work as a Team, Listen to the Holy Spirit, Act on the Revelation They Receive

Marks of an Effective Christ-Follower Acts 16:1-12 Intro: The world today is confused about what it means to be a Christian. They’ve seen enough scandals and double standards that many of them have completely lost all faith in the church, religion, or Christians. In fact, in many settings it is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Marks Of An Effective Christ-Follower Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

Effective Christ-followers are those who learn to lovingly do what God wants them to do. Let’s take a look at some of the identifiers of an effective Christ-follower.

Marks of an Effective Christ-Follower Acts 16:1-12 Intro: The world today is confused about what it means to be a Christian. They’ve seen enough scandals and double standards that many of them have completely lost all faith in the church, religion, or Christians. In fact, in many settings it is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ripple Effect Of Good Friday

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 5, 2007

A sermon that looks at the rippling effect that goes out from the epi centre of the cross - contains a excerpt of peter Marshalls sermon were you there.

The ripple effect of Good Friday. When a earthquake occurs there is a ripple effect. For example an earthquake or something like it caused the crater lake to spill over on the 24th December 1953 Tangiwai Disaster, New Zealand Collapse of a barrier to Ruapehu Crater lake generated a lahar which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:3-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Domino Effect - Truths That Trigger Series

Contributed by Rob Willis on Mar 8, 2006

Focus on truths that trigger God’s working in our lives when we believe and obey them.

Focusing on Truth – a Study in Ephesians Lesson Seven: “The Domino Effect” Subtitle: Truths that Trigger God’s Work Ephesians 1:15-20 Note: As I preached this message, I used dominos in the following ways: 1) I had the ushers hand one to every adult and teen in the service. 2) I illustrated what I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Guidelines For Effective Prayer (2) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 17, 2005

Second in series on prayer, this one finding principles from the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew.

Guidelines for Effective Prayer (Part 2) Matthew 6:9-13 May 15, 2005 Introduction Children’s Prayers * Dear God, I know you love me but I wish you would give me an "A" on my report card so I could be sure. Love, Theresa. (Age 8, Milwaukee) * Dear Pastor, Do I have to say grace before every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

How To Be An Effective Witness At Home

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 11, 2000

What Peter teaches us in these verses can apply to the life of every Christ-follower at one time or another, but Peter’s primary focus is on the marriage relationship.

How to Be an Effective Witness at Home I Peter 3:1-12 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church March, 2001 Introduction: This morning we’re going to talk about how we can be effective witnesses in our homes. In our passage for today, I Peter 3:1-12, we’re going to tackle some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-12

Denomination: *other

Sermon Title: "Building A Powerful Prayer Life” By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Aug 5, 2025

Prayer is the believer’s lifeline to God. It is not merely a religious duty or a formality; it is a relationship, a conversation, a connection with the Father. Jesus prayed. The early church prayed. The apostles prayed. And every revival in history has been birthed in prayer.

Sermon Title: “Building a Powerful Prayer Life” Theme Scripture: James 5:16 (NKJV) “The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” Introduction: The Power and Purpose of Prayer Prayer is the believer’s lifeline to God. It is not merely a religious duty or a formality; it ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal