Sermons on General Church:

Is The Church A Lighthouse Or A Club House?

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

This sermon helps the congregations see the difference between being and inward focused church and an outward focused church

Introduction: Illustration “The Guiding Light” I. What is a lighthouse? A. A lighthouse provides light to anyone in need B. A church that is a lighthouse understands that the source of light is Christ. - Joh 1:4 In him was life, and the life was the light of men. - Joh 1:5 The light shines in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Fresh (New) Church

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Nov 17, 2017

With the current generation and its notion to question everything including the existence of God, we need to FRESHEN up our Bible Knowledge for the LORD told us that it would be profitable for teaching and defending

Many nowadays would tell you that CHURCHES are a thing of the past; and that they are OBSOLETE; that they have outlived their purpose. Let us read from Hebrews before we go any further. Hebrews 10:19-25 A REFRESHED CHURCH has a REFRESHED PERSPECTIVE. What do I mean by that? Some of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25, Romans 1:18-20, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: *other

The Apostle Paul's Guidelines For A Cross-Generational Ministry Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 13, 2013

In any ministry it can be challenging to minister with every age group of the Church. This message deals with advice Paul gives to the young preacher Timothy to do just that.

“THE APOSTLE PAUL’S GUIDELINES FOR A CROSS-GENERATIONAL MINISTRY” 1 Timothy 4:12; 5:1-2 Dorn Ridge, July 14, 2013 INTRODUCTION: 1.) One of the challenges that is often faced within ministry is to bridge the age gap within the church and minister to all ages of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-2, 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church And Its Mission

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

The Church is the Body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Spirit, with divine appointments for the fulfillment of her great commission. Each believer, born of the Spirit, is an integral part of the General Assembly and Church of the Firstborn, w

The Church is the Body of Christ, the habitation of God through the Spirit, with divine appointments for the fulfillment of her great commission. Each believer, born of the Spirit, is an integral part of the General Assembly and Church of the Firstborn, which are written in heaven. Ephesians 1 22 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Hearts In The Church

Contributed by James May on Feb 24, 2002

The descriptions given of the 3 men that John wrote about in 3 John are general descriptions of the type of hearts that we find in every church. The Heart of a Servant, the Heart of the Evangelist, and the Un-teachable Heart.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-12, Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Will Serve The Ministry Of Our Church Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jan 14, 2004

The vision of this sermon is to move people out of the pews and into service.

Membership Covenant I Will Serve the Ministry of Our Church Mark 10:45 January 25, 2004 Intro: A. [Wrong Side of the Boat] People who refuse to get involved in problems of their community are like the two shipwrecked men in a lifeboat. From their end of the boat, the pair watched as those at the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restoring The Preaching Of The New Testament Church Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 12, 2004

Preaching is indispensible to Christianity. Both its form and function are important. Using Peter’s sermon on the day of Pentecost, we look at the fundamental aspects of New Testament preaching.

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 2:14-41 TITLE: “RESTORING THE PREACHING OF THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH” INTRODUCTION: A. Several years back, the Dallas Morning News did a report on Elvis impersonators. When Elvis was alive, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let God's Church Move Out Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 1, 2003

Implement the four steps for God’s Church to minister beyond the church walls

(Message title and Scripture passage taken from John Maxwell’s series, MAKE YOUR MOVE) I was visiting someone in the hospital this week, and a curtain separated the room into two. At one point, there were loud beeping sounds from a machine on the other side of the curtain, so I looked over. An ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-15

Denomination: *other

Three Secrets Of An Effective Church - 2 Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 8, 2003

The wonderful gifts God gives to the church

Three Secrets of an Effective Church - 2 BIRDS FLIGHT(all called flying): Flapping - Gliding - Soaring Isa 40:31 Those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles(few birds with strong enough wings to soar), run and not get tired, walk and not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

How To Help Resolve Conflicts In The Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to Resolve or Prevent Conflicts

How to Resolve or Prevent Conflicts (Acts 15:1-35) Conflicts, like the one in Acts 15, often occur because of differences of perspectives. Some people viewed the will of God differently because of their personal, cultural or religious conditioning. Resolving conflicts should always begin by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Helpers That Were Needed And Chosen In The Church Series

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Sep 1, 2005

This study deals with deacons in the church. It is the eighth sudy in the book of Acts

The Helpers (Deacons) that were Needed and Chosen Acts 6:1-7 Acts # 08 As we look at this text I am using the term deacon but I am not positive that these men where in fact the first deacons. But I do believe they are a model of what the deacons where. Acts is the model of the early Church so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Marching On Toward Its Destiny

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 3, 2005

God had a vision for the Church when He created it. Jesus said in Acts 1.8. “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Many toda

Intro: God had a vision for the Church when He created it. Jesus said in Acts 1.8. “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Many today will talk about the spirit moving ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Moving Forward With Its Mission

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 10, 2005

When a church is on mission for Christ there are three things the devil wants to do to its members and its body. Embarass, Imprison, and Embalm you. But God will do three things if we are on Mission for Him. Encourage, Empower, and Enrich our lives.

Intro: When a church has seen no one “won” or witnessed to the Lord Jesus Christ it will be left alone by the devil. However, if the church is not fulfilling its mission of sharing its faith with the lost the Lord Jesus Christ will correct it. Whether it is financial difficulty, terrible ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The New Testament Church; Its Name Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 3, 2003

The meaning and origin of the name "Christian" and who has a right to wear it.

The New Testament Church: Its Name Acts 11:26 INTRO.: The Republican Methodist Church began on Christmas Day, 1793 in Manikintown Virginia. It was formed by several Methodist congregations who rebelled against the Methodist Episcopal form of government brought from England. Soon. There were several ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reason We're Here In Church

Contributed by Troy Mason on Jun 30, 2001

A call to worship for believers

THE REASON WE’RE HERE IN CHURCH Mark 2:23-28 Introduction: Story of woman shelling peas in church. Do you know why you’re here? Do you worry with others behavior? Dress? Presence? Today we’ll seek to answer why you’re here. Clear your mind. Focus only on God and let His Holy Spirit speak to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28

Denomination: Baptist