Sermons on Gathers Church:

The Church - A Lighthouse

Contributed by Troy Harkey on Apr 16, 2003

I have had many supporting churches, as a missionary, that the word “lighthouse” was a part of their name. The Bible makes it very clear that we as a church body are to be a lighthouse to the world.

THE CHURCH – A LIGHTHOUSE This will be our final message in this series on the church. (Mark 16:15 NKJV) And He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. (Mat 5:14-16 NKJV) "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. {15} ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15, Mark 16:14-18, Mark 16:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Church At Ephesus Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Apr 26, 2003

The Lord had three things to commend this church for, but the rebuke brought focus to the very real problem of loosing your love for Christ.

As I believe the Lord is leading, it is imperative for us to consider exactly what type of church Jesus desires to have. While opinions and ideas could, and probably would run rampant concerning that topic, there is one place the answer may be clearly found. That is in God’s Word. While many ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Talking In Church

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 21, 2002

Did you know that God has rules about talking in Church? There is an entire chapter in the Bible that addresses this. It is 1 Cor. 14.

Rules for Talking in Church 1 Cor. 14:1-39 When I was little, one thing I remember about going to church was that I was supposed to be quiet. My mom and dad made it clear that there were dire consequences for disobeying this rule. Even passing notes was considered breaking the rule. As far as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building A Church

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Nov 24, 2002

How does God build a church?

INTRODUCTION It has been three years since this church started. There have been a lot of changes since then. This congregation has moved from meeting at a campground, to services in a used Desert Storm tent, and now, finally, into a beautiful new building. It took a long time to get here. The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The State Of The Church

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 3, 2003

The Church is eternal and will prevail. We need to prayerfully consider what God is directing us to do for His glory through the local church. This message has an outline which can be used with application to your local church.

· 3 VOLUNTEERS: I need you to answer one of these questions: What is the best thing that happened to you this year, or perhaps the saddest? What is one lesson that you learned in 2002? What would you like to see happen in your life in the new year? Looking back often gives us a chance to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Devoted Church

Contributed by Steven Kellett on Jan 6, 2003

The revival of Acts 2 was brought about because the church was devoted to Discipleship, Fellowship, Worship and Prayer

37Now when they heard this, they were pierced to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, "Brethren, what shall we do?" 38Peter said to them, "Repent, and each of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you will receive the gift of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-47

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"You Are The Church" Series

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Sep 14, 2001

We as saved individuals make up the body of Christ.

Title: “You Are The Church” Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-13 Introduction: A lovely building is not a church. All the beams, joists, decking, pews, seats, pulpit furniture, carpet, fixtures, woodwork, organ, piano, speaker system, chalkboards, easels, and podiums do not make ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Smyrna Church Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Number 2 in series: Smyrna "The Letters to the Seven Churches"

Smyrna # 2 in Series: The Letters of Christ to the Seven Churches. From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, May 6, 2001 “Is Bayview Baptist Church Similar to Smyrna Baptist Church?” Revelation 2:8-11 Then name Smyrna means “myrrh” or “an offering of sacrifice.” Smyrna is the church that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Pergamum Church Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Number 3 in series: Pergamum "The Letters to the Seven Churches"

Pergamum: # 3 in Series: The Letters to the Seven Churches From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, May 20, 2001 “Is Bayview Baptist Similar to Pergamum Baptist?” Revelation 2:12-17 The King James Bible calls this church Pergamos, but the NIV calls it Pergamum. According to the Greek text, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Thyatira Church Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Number 4 in series: Thyatira "The Letters to the Seven Churches"

Thyatira: # 4 in series: The Letters to the Seven Churches From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, June 3, 2001 “Is Bayview Baptist Church Similar to Thyatira Baptist?” Revelation 2:18-29 The city of Thyatira in Asia Minor was not an important city of Asia, being not religious or ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Sardis Church Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Number 5 in series: Sardis "The Letters to the Seven Churches"

Sardis: The Zombie Church # 5 in Series: The Letters to the Seven Churches From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Sunday night, June 10, 2001 “Is Bayview Baptist Church Similar to Sardis Baptist Church? Revelation 3:1-6 page # 1916 Sardis was the capital of Lydia and one of the oldest ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Philadelphia Church Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Number 6 in series: Philadelphia "The Letters to the Seven Churches"

Philadelphia: # 6 in series of The Letters to the Seven Churches “Is Bayview Baptist Church Similar to Philadelphia Baptist Church?” Revelation 3:7-13 From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church July 15, 2001 Philadelphia Baptist Church is the revived church that has turned back to the Word ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Laodicea Church Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Number 7 in series: Laodicea "The Letters to the Seven Churches"

SERMON.857 SEE # 532, Seven Churches # 7, Laodicea “ARE WE A CHURCH AT EASE?” “Is Bayview Baptist Church Similar to Laodicea Baptist Church?” REVELATION 3:14-22 (READ NOW) PAGE # 1917 A FARMER LIVED ALONE ON HIS FARM, EXCEPT FOR HIS BELOVED DOG. HE HAD THIS DOG FOR YEARS. SADLY, HIS DOG ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Church That Compromised

Contributed by Robert Travis on Oct 10, 2001

We must never compromise our stand.

THE CHURCH WHO COMPROMISED REVELATION 2:12-17 12 And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges; 13 I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan’s seat is: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist