Sermons on Future Of The Church:

Dead Church Walking Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 28, 2011

A church can be be dead and appear to have life. It can also be almost dead and have all the appearances it is dead, but revived by repenting and getting back to the basics of the Christian life.

Dead Church Walking Sermon 5 in the Series “You’ve Got Mail” Chuck Sligh August 14, 2011 For the PowerPoint for the sermon, write me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Revelation 3. INTRODUCTION Illus. – Reader’s Digest had a story about ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of The Open Door Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 28, 2011

Jesus is coming back! While we can, we need to go through the doors of opportunity the Lord opens for us.

The Church of the Open Door Sermon 6 in the Series “You’ve Got Mail” Chuck Sligh August 21, 2011 For the PowerPoint for the sermon, write me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Revelation 3. INTRODUCTION OPENER: Here’s a little two-question ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Kill A Church

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 3, 2011

This message deals with how the members of a church can kill the church without recognizing it.

How To Kill A Church Calvary 10/9/2011 Ephesians 4:1-6 Psalm 133 3 John 1:5-13 We have a started a new series for the next four weeks and the topic is “Moving Things To The Next Level.” There are times in our lives, when we want to get one result, but we actually ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:5-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Becoming A Growing Church

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Aug 8, 2011

It is God made the church healthy, conscious, and strong so that it become unshakable church.

BECOMING A GROWING CHURCH I Corinthians 12:4-6 Introduction: The Golden Gate Bridge was built with a great foundation and structure as well. So as the church and God was its builder He made possible that His church would be healthy, conscious and strong so that it would become unshakable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Beat Up Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 8, 2011

The Church at Smyrna is a church which received no criticism from the Lord but much abuse from both the culture and the "congregation" (those who ’say’ they are Jews)

The Unveiling The “Beat Up” or “Bloodied” Church Revelation 2:8-11 * From my observation we live in an increasingly violent culture. Hardly a day passes when we don’t hear of someone being killed or attacked. An honest look at our entertainment would indicate that America has bought into ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Fourfold Function Of The Church

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 12, 2011

We need to relearn what being the church of Jesus Christ is all about.

August 14, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 16:13-20 Subject: The Church Title: I Will Build My Church -The Fourfold Function of the Church Last week we finished a five part series on the Great Commission. If you stop and think about it the whole purpose of the Great Commission is for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Church Building Dedication

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 13, 2011

A Church should be a city of refuge for those who are hurting and in need.

Church Dedication: A House of Refuge Scripture: Numbers 1:47-49; 53; 35:1-2; 6; Matthew 25:34-40 Introduction: We have gathered here today to dedicate this building to God. God saw fit to allow us to occupy this place after we had met in schools for over eight years. Today, having completed ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Character Of The Early Church

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 15, 2011

What the N.T. church was like

“The Character of the Early Church” Acts 11:19-30, 13:1-3 One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Alex standing in the foyer of the church staring up at a large plaque. It was covered with names and small American flags mounted on either side of it. The six-year old had been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Character Of The Early Church

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 1, 2011

Characteristics of the early church

“The Character of the Early Church” Acts 11:19-30, 13:1-3 One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Alex standing in the foyer of the church staring up at a large plaque. It was covered with names and small American flags mounted on either side of it. The six-year old had been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:9-30

Denomination: Baptist

My Role In The Church Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 4, 2011

Why should you join a local congregation when you become a Christian? The message explores your vital role in the assembly where God places you.

“There are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. To one is given through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Spirit Filled Church

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 5, 2011

How is your spirit doing?

A SPIRIT FILLED CHURCH Acts2: 41Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Church Conflct Resolution

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 6, 2011

Jesus was no fool. He knew that the Church would have its conflicts - so he gave us instructions on how to resolve them. Sdaly we so rarely believe him!

Church Conflict Resolution Mt 18:15-20 This is the one place in Scripture where Jesus talks about Church Discipline, which nowadays is so sadly lacking. I’d like to look at one verse today 15 “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Anglican

Needs Of The Church Today

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 17, 2011

Church members need to be alive in the Lord.

NEEDS OF THE CHURCH TODAY Rev.3: 1And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead. 2Be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Prayer For The Church

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 6, 2011

The importance of unity within the church and other churches and denominations.

We had an interesting situation last Sunday. A person from another church visited us. But this person was not here to enjoy our fellowship, rather they came to convey a message and convert us. This person handed out papers stating that a certain denomination was the only true church, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Characteristics Of A Healthy Church

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 27, 2011

What is a 'healthy church'?

“CHARACTERISTICS OF A HEALTHY CHURCH” Romans 12 Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Broadalbin Baptist Church, April 10, 2011 Introduction: What is a 'healthy church'? It is NOT defined by size, wealth, demographics or facilities. It IS defined and determined by Character, Transformation and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Baptist