Sermons on Fixed Purpose:

Choose Your Direction Series

Contributed by Bong Baylon on Feb 11, 2009

Our greatest problem in the church is not money or resources but our commitment to our mission, which is often compromised by our desire to be popular and acceptable to as many people as possible.

Our Last Mail “Choose Your Direction” Revelation 2:12-3:6 ARE YOU GOING NORTH OR SOUTH? Six Characteristics of South-bound Churches 1. The Church in Pergamum a. Strong in PERSEVERANCE Revelation 2:12-13 12 "To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of him who has the sharp, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worshipping Together Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Feb 12, 2009

Adapted Rick Warren sermon for 40 Days of commmunity on the need to worship together.

It’s hard to believe but here we are in our last week. Next week will be our celebration Sunday and we will share testimonies, stories of what God has been doing during our 40 Days of Community. How has God blessed you or your small group? How has God challenged you? How have you grown? What ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:3

Denomination: Methodist

God's Open Secret

Contributed by David Mcallan on Aug 8, 2008

What was a mystery has now been made plain - God has healed the rift between Jew & Gentile - He has broken down the dividing wall. God heals the broken hearted & broken relationships - all by the work of Christ as revealed in the Gospel.

Intro - In 1956, Stuart Hamblen wrote the song “It Is No Secret (What God Can Do) - the chorus runs like this... It is no secret, what God can do what He’s done for others, He’ll do for you with arms wide open, He’ll pardon you it is no secret what God can do - This is the issue in today’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sons Of Praise

Contributed by John Butler on Aug 11, 2008

Let’s learn from the meaning of the names of the sons of Judah (praise) what praise will give birth to in your life.

The Sons of Praise 1Ch 4:1 The sons of Judah; Pharez, Hezron, and Carmi, and Hur, and Shobal. I. INTRODUCTION -- PRAISE One of the things that has always set Pentecostal churches apart from all other denominations is the way that we praise the Lord. We don’t praise God quite like some of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:1

Getting Onboard With The Church Family, Part 3 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008

A challenge to commit ourselves and covenant together in the body of Christ.

What are we aiming for? Getting onboard with the church family Part 3 A. A church covenant is an agreement between parties on certain matters a. We could then say, that the covenant we will enter into the next week or so, is our solemn agreement between the other brothers and sisters in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Mennonite

Why You Need A Church Family

Contributed by Rick Warren on Sep 22, 2008

Pastor Rick presents his Annual Purposes of the Church Message to remind his church why we do what we do. He looks at God’s five purposes for our lives and how the church helps us to fulfill those purposes.

For other sermons and tools to grow your ministry, visit SaddlebackResources.com WHY YOU NEED A CHURCH FAMILY Annual Purposes Of The Church Message Rick Warren Oct. 18-19, 2003 Each week over 110 million people go to church somewhere in America. Let me put that into perspective. If you take ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What I Really Need Is... Understanding Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 4, 2009

This is part of a series on what we need from God. This looks at understanding God by doing what God’s word tells us and exoeriencing purpose by obedience to His Word.

What I really need is.. Purpose and Understanding Isaiah 1:2-20 Introduction- We have for several weeks looked at what we really need from God. The first week was a no brainier, it was God. It was that we needed to spiritually grow ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:2-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Ipassion

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jun 10, 2009

Nothing great is ever begun or sustained without passion. A message for graduates.

iPassion 2 Timothy 1:6-7 2 Timothy 1:6-7 6 For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. 7 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. (NIV) This month, a whole new set of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Where Art Thou?

Contributed by Dwight L. Moody on Jun 12, 2009

A classic sermon by D. L. Moody on the importance of developing and maintaining constant communion with God.

THE very first thing that happened after the news reached heaven of the fall of man, was that God came straight down to seek out the lost one. As He walks through the garden in the cool of the day, you can hear Him calling "Adam! Adam! Where art thou?" It was the voice of grace, of mercy, and of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24, Genesis 2:1-18

Denomination: *other

Live To Please God Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jun 24, 2009

What is is that God wants of me? God doesn’t want religion he wants faithfulness.

1/ God’s purpose ... God wants us to live for him. The law was given so people could demonstrate their faithfulness and love for him. That would over flow into love for other people. People have turned their back to live for themselves. Many of these people are religious (Christian even) They ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Characteristics Of A Spiritual Church

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 25, 2009

A Wednesday evening devotion which teaches us from the 1st Century church in Jerusalem, we can discern some of what it means to be a Spiritual Congregation.

The Characteristics of a Spiritual Church Acts 5:12-16 * One of the most sobering passages in all of New Testament scripture (at least for me) is found in Acts 5:1-11. To remind you, this is the story of Ananias and Sapphira. When they lied about their gifts to the church, they were struck down ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Works In Mysteriuos Ways! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 29, 2009

God works in “mysterious ways”, but His message is clear; God is Creator who desires everyone to be holy and be with Him forever and ever!

God reveals Himself to people in many ways! God reveals Himself through His own words in the Bible. God reveals Himself through the Holy Spirit. God reveals Himself through Creation. God reveals Himself through the work of angels. And God also reveals Himself through people! In the days of the Old ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fulfilling Our Commitment Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 21, 2011

Every era, every generation has the same responsibility - to rebuild the temple of God.

“Fulfilling Our Commitment” Book 1 Psalms 1-41 (corresponds to Genesis) Man with God Book II Psalms 42-72 (corresponds to Exodus) Slavery, bondage and freedom Book III Psalms 73-89 (corresponds to Leviticus) Tabernacle worship Book IV Psalms 90-106 (corresponds to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Grace And God's View Of The Church Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 27, 2011

God’s message of love is for all people regardless of race, culture or physical descent.

Romans 11:1-24 Introduction: A. What, if any, place does Israel have in God’s world plan? B. This question is answered in various ways by Christians. 1. One’s millennial view (end time understanding) often determines the answer. 2. Those considered premillenialists believe God will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Eyes Wide Open Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 7, 2011

Too many neglect the Revelation because of ’all-kinds’ of reasons, yet it is the book which "Unveils" our Lord in His divinity. This message calls us to view this book with OPENED EYES.

The Unveiling Eyes Wide Open Rev. 1:1-3 * Have you ever felt neglected? Felt like you had something to offer & never given the opportunity? * In the 21st century, it would seem that Revelation is the one Bible book which receives that kind of treatment. Years ago, all we heard about was the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist