Sermons on Future Of The Church:

How Is Your Bow And Arrow?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Apr 17, 2021

John is answering a question about what we will look like when Christ returns. Then moves to sin.

Sermon Title: How is your bow and arrow? Scripture Text: 1 John 3:1-7 Illustration: -A story about a younger sister: “Kerry, seven years old, was taken aside by her two older sisters. They said it’s time you knew our family secret.” “Mom isn’t really our mom,” they continued. “Our real mother ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gods Personal Promises

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 10, 2022

We have a great future with our Lord.

GODS PERSONAL PROMISES Joshua1: 1Now after the death of Moses the servant of the LORD it came to pass, that the LORD spake unto Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' minister, saying, 2Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Strong. Embracing God's Purpose For Your Year And Beyond. Philippians 3:13-14

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 23, 2024

A message to prepare us for the Year ahead as we finish this one. God always has a plan.

Finishing Strong. Embracing God’s Purpose for your Year and Beyond. Philippians 3:13-14 Stand with your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Aura Of Nostalgia

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 28, 2024

Nostalgia is defined as a sentimental longing or wistful affection for a period in the past.

Milan Kundera, a Czech-French novelist once remarked: “In the sunset of dissolution, everything is illuminated by the aura of nostalgia, even the guillotine.” Romans 14:5 reminds us: “One person esteems one day as better than another, while another esteems all days alike. Each one should be fully ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8, Colossians 3:2, Philippians 3:13, Ecclesiastes 1:9

God's Work In You Is Not Finished. Philippians 1:6

Contributed by David Cramer on Apr 30, 2025

A message about the hope that there is for our future in Christ.

Stand with me and hold up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Vision Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 12, 2024

Bible talks about the power of vision to inspire and guide individuals and communities towards a better future

I want to talk to you about the power of vision. Vision is the ability to see beyond what is to what could be. It is the capacity to dream, to imagine, and to hope. And as Christians, vision is essential to our walk of faith. Proverbs 29:18, "Where there is no vision, the people ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:6, Habakkuk 2:2

What Is The Purpose Of Our Life? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 21, 2024

I want to write to you about a fundamental question that we all ask ourselves at some point in our lives: what is the purpose of our life?

In Psalm 57:2, David writes, “My soul takes refuge in you, Lord. May my soul find refuge in you, and may I find my purpose in your love.” Here, David reminds us that our purpose in life is not found in material possessions, temporary pleasures, or worldly success. Our purpose is found in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:2, Jeremiah 29:11, Colossians 1:16

2023 New Year’ Message: "Preparing For The Journey Ahead”

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 31, 2022

Unbelief caused their forefathers to die in the wilderness, never seeing God’s best, and never experiencing the future God had for them. They had God as their father, Moses as their leader, God's promises and yet die with their dreams unfulfilled.

2023 New Year’ Message: “Preparing For the Journey Ahead” Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:8-17 “Therefore, be careful to obey every command I am giving you today, so you may have strength to go in and take over the land you are about to enter. 9 If you obey, you will enjoy a long life in the land ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:8-17, Deuteronomy 11:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon On The Sunlight Of Tomorrow

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 19, 2025

The Sun is the star at the center of our solar system, a massive, nearly perfect sphere of hot plasma that produces immense energy through nuclear fusion.

Louisa May Alcott, an American novelist once remarked: “Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead.” Malachi 4:2 reminds us: “But for you who fear my name, the sun of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:26, Revelation 22:5, Luke 1:78-79, Ecclesiastes 11:7

Three Score And Ten

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 12, 2009

For 1989, 70th anniversary of the church. Three Scriptures with the number "70" in them ... life includes pain and conflict; but we are to forgive without reservation; God knows the plans He has for the next 70 years of this church.

We’ve reached a milestone, a real milestone. Seventy years old. That’s a good long while. That is, in fact, a lifetime, according to one of the Scriptures I’m going to read, the typical, average lifetime of a human being. And it’s not too bad for an institution like a church. We’ve been here, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Vision Is Jesus

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 18, 2013

A message focusing on the Vision of growing the local church, moving on from the past and embracing the vision of obeying Christ and investing in his leadership for the future.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church June 26, 2011 David Simpson The Vision is Jesus Hebrews 12:2 Ten years ago our water fountain (in the church hallway) sprung a leak and flooded the building, I came in to find my old office area covered with an inch of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Christian Church

The Spirit In The Church

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

Our annual "State of the church"address

The Spirit in the Church address Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ May 19, 2002 Those of you who know me well know that I really like politics. Some people chart March madness and the sweet sixteen. While I chart who is ahead in the presidential primaries. I am probably one of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:3, Proverbs 16:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Moving Here

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 18, 2008

A "state of the Church" message about what God is doing here at AWC and what we hope to see Him do in the future.

God is Moving Here! A “State of the Church” Message About What God is Doing at AWC and What We Hope to See in the Future. Proverbs 16:3 May 18, 2008 Introduction This won’t be like the messages I normally give. As the message and sub-title indicate, this will be a “state of the church” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:3

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Is The Church?

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 8, 2019

A broad topic of what the Church should look like, or what the Church should be doing, goes throughout the world. So, what does the church look like?

Sermon- What is the Church? - A broad topic of what the Church should look like, or what the Church should be doing, goes throughout the world. - A very narrow minded view of the Church is, only a certain denomination will go to Heaven. > Only Baptist’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Charge Of The Church

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Apr 28, 2003

This message deals with four prime objectives to be achieved on fulfilling our charge to this present age.

We Need To talk! I want to chat with you from the subject “The Charge of the Church.” The Scripture upon which I base my argument is penned by John Mark in his Gospel Narrative: Mark 5:17-20. In that second stanza of Charles Wesley’s hymn “A Charge to Keep I Have,” he wrote: “To serve the present ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist