Sermons on Equal Members:

Submission Of Wives To Husbands

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Introd: Looking at 2 paragraphs--instructions to wives (especially those with unbelieving husbands) and balancing instructions to husbands; equal responsibility but not equal time devoted to these 2 topics I.

Introd: Looking at 2 paragraphs--instructions to wives (especially those with unbelieving husbands) and balancing instructions to husbands; equal responsibility but not equal time devoted to these 2 topics I. DESCRIPTION OF SUCH CONDUCT A. Fundamental Responsibility is Submission this is an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church's Biggest Problem

Contributed by Fred Elliott on Jun 18, 2003

Apathy in church members

THE CHURCH’S BIGGEST PROBLEM Revelation 3: 15-16 Intro: A. The Church --- The body of Christ consisting of all Christians B. Many problems to choose from 1. Gossip and Idle talk 2. Busybodies into everyone else’s business 3. Unforgiving attitudes ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Priesthood Of All Believers

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Every member ministry.

Reading: 1 Peter chapter 2 verses 4-10. Ill: • The greatest wall ever built by human hands; • Stretches 1500 miles along the northern boundary of China. • It was begun in the third century B.C. by the emperor Shih Huang Ti, • It was built in defence against the Huns, who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Brethren

What Is The State Of This Church - 2011

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 10, 2011

This "State of the Church" is framed in many questions...the conclusion is that the ’State of this Church" is directly related to the "State of the Member’s Hearts."

The State of the Church – 2011 (What is the State of this Church) * This morning I begin with a true story. A man wakes up about 1am and is having difficulty breathing. He can breathe, but not take a deep breath. In fact, it almost feels Like someone is sitting on his chest. What does he do? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Take Your Son

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 4, 2007

This sermon was the culmination of a fund-raising/pledge campaign to underwrite a new staff member’s salary

Elisha summoned Gehazi and said, “Call the Shunammite woman.” So he called her. When she came to him, he said, “Take your son.” She came and fell at his feet, bowing to the ground; then she took her son and left. 2 Kings 4:8-37 (NRSVA) I’d like to make an understatement…children make life ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37

Denomination: United Methodist

The Day You Found True Love

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 23, 2008

The love of Jesus equals forgiveness. Jesus loves the sinner not the sin.

What is your goal in life? What do you hope to accomplish by the time your life ends? Life is such a precious thing and yet we many times squander it on petty activities. We use our lives as we see fit and in most of those cases we find that our time could have been used better. Do you have any ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seven Churches Of Asia Minor

Contributed by Richard Mc Quinn on Apr 29, 2012

This is an important letter not only to the churches that we read aboiut, but also to every church since the day of Pentecost

SEVEN CHURCHES OF ASIA MINOR 4-29-12 New Liberty Christian Church, Veedersburg, IN with Rich McQuinn, Minister TEXT: REVELATION 1:17-20 INTRODUCTION; Down deep inside you, is a yearning to go to Heaven when this life finally ends or Jesus comes and brings us home to His place. It is a ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Membership Has Its Privileges Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 8, 2014

Church "Membership" and Kingdom of God citizenship has extraordinary and unusual privileges.

“Membership Has Its Privileges” Acts 20:20-28 You might remember “back in the 1990s, American Express had an ad campaign for its credit card. Their slogan was: “Membership has its privileges.” The ad implied that those who were fortunate enough to qualify for this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of New Life In A Church

Contributed by J. Darren Duncan on Jan 8, 2014

Dealing with what Kills a Church and what brings life back into a church.

SIGNS OF NEW LIFE IN A CHURCH—Ezekiel 37:1-14 INTRODUCTION: What Killed the Church? Revelation 3:1 Sardis, living in name but dead in reality, is called upon by the Lord to be watchful, to repent and strengthen the things that remain and be ready to die. They are warned that, if they fail, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Body Of Christ-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 16, 2020

2 of 7. The apostle Paul maintained the significance of the Church's being the Body of Christ. What is exhibited by that entity known as the Body of Christ? The Body of Christ exhibits...

The BODY Of CHRIST-II—1Corinthians 12:12-31 Attention: Sour Cream Pound Cake from: The Pirate’s House Cookbook(1982) 1 C Butter 3 C Sugar 6 Eggs 3 C Sifted Flour(White Lily is best) 1 C Sour Cream ½ tsp. Baking Soda 2 tsp. Vanilla Extract ½ tsp. Almond Extract Have butter & eggs at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:18-20, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Example Of Christ's Humility Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 5, 2018

The act of incarnation in which God became man, the humble circumstances and sufferings of Christ in life, and the supreme act of dying on the cross established Jesus Christ as the greatest illustration of one completely unselfish and entirely devoted to others.

Date: 7/20/18 Lesson #12 Title: Follow the Example of Christ's Humility Scripture: (Philippians 2:5-11, NIV) 5In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6Who, being in very nature{1] God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Unchangeable, Irreplaceable, Timeless Word Of God

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 25, 2007

God’s Word has no equal. It is a transforming, life-changing, eternal Word.

2 Timothy 3:16-17 The Unchangeable, Irreplaceable, Timeless Word of God Introduction - Memorized scripture @ Hanoi Hilton When Howard Rutledge’s plane was shot down over Vietnam, he parachuted into a little village and was immediately attacked, stripped naked, and imprisoned. For the next seven ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Series

Contributed by Christina Milanderb on Mar 9, 2023

2 Corinthians 8:14 "But by an equality, that now at this time your abundance may be a supply for their want, that their abundance also may be a supply for your want: that there may be equality:"

At the time I read this scripture I wasn't much of a giver but The Holy Spirit through this scripture showed me being part of the Body of Christ, I had to give what the Lord has blessed me with to "equalise" where another believer lacked. Paul said we bring equality to the Body of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:14, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Psalm 24:1, Matthew 10:8  (view more)  (view less)

What's That In Your Hand?

Contributed by James Wilson on Oct 18, 2000

Motivate members to become ministers.

What's in your Hand Exodus 4:1-4 NASB Then Moses answered and said, "What if they will not believe me, or listen to what I say? For they may say, 'The Lord has not appeared to you.' " [2] And the Lord said to him, "What is that in your hand?" And he said, "A staff." [3] Then He said, "Throw it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Sheldon Rox on Jun 26, 2006

Funeral for a senior Church member

Funeral Service for Elisabeth Thompson (Mother-Grandmother) Corinthian Baptist Church March 5, 2005 We come here today not to mourn death, but to celebrate a life. Elisabeth’s life here on earth is over but, her life in heaven with her beloved Savior Jesus Christ has just begun. We rejoice ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27, Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Baptist