Sermons on Groups:

Horizontal Or Vertical Divide

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Feb 18, 2023

God doesn't divide between us horizontally, that's what we do. God divides between us vertically. Saved or not saved. In Christ or not in Christ. He shows no favoritism, and we shouldn't either.

Horizontal or Vertical Divide James 2:1-13 Many years ago when Terri and I were living in Bowling Green, KY, we were members of a very large church for a while. This church was so large that they had two of everything—two Sunday morning worship services and two Sunday School services. Now, I have ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Preaching Where Christ Is Not Known Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 31, 2014

To many, Christianity is such a personal thing; they don’t want to share it. They have a ticket to heaven and don’t really care whether anybody else goes to heaven or not. We’re using first aid on ourselves, when there are hurting people all around us.

INTRODUCTION For almost two years, I have been preaching through the book of Romans. We are coming to the last words of the Apostle Paul, and we get a glimpse of the missionary heart of this great Apostle. The problem with many American Christians, and perhaps some of you in this room, is that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship Matters: Engaging In Biblical Community

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 13, 2021

The local church, when functioning Biblically, is the hope of the world and we get to be part of it.

Discipleship Matters: Engaging in Biblical Community Acts 2:42-47 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-13-202 Review of series - what is a disciple? This morning, we come to the end of our Discipleship Matters series (for now). Over these past two months, we have been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross And Community

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jul 6, 2005

God freed us to live in community. His design from the very beginning of the church was that the church would exhibit the kind of self-sacrificing love that he exhibited on the cross. Since God saves us in community, what does this community look like? Le

The Cross And Community Galatians 5:13-6:3 The war in Iraq is over. It took only 28 days for Coalition Forces to completely dismantle the regime of Saddam Hussein. And while Hussein and a large number of his henchmen are still at large, the only opposition that remains is a scattering of ill ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Me, Myself, And I Vs. You, Me, And Us

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 17, 2003

The work in the church must be more than individual stars, but rather teamwork and giving for the best of others.

ME, MYSELF, AND I -- VS. -- YOU, ME, AND US? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr.     Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Ephesians 4:16 From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1, Ephesians 4:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Attached?

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 3, 2003

A sermon for the 5th Sunday of Easter

5th Sunday after Easter John. 15:1-8 "Are YOU Attached??? 15:1 ¶ "I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch of mine that bears no fruit, he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3 You are already made clean by the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Lifting Holy Hands

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 3, 2003

God wants us to have clean hands, and just like Mama used to inspect our hands before dinner, let us lift our hands for God to inspect while we pray.

Lifting Holy Hands 1TI 2:1 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. 3 This is good, and pleases God our Savior, 4 who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8, Psalm 24:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For Spiritual Breakthrough

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

In these verses, there are at least three indicators of how believers prepared for and displayed openness to the Holy Spirit acting powerfully through their lives and through the church.

Preparing for Spiritual Breakthrough Acts 1:13ff It is the model church. Members of the church are involved in daily sharing their faith, so that friends, family and associates were making regular decisions for Christ. On two occasions the church has had a crowd of thousands making a first time ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:13-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service Series

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Apr 25, 2006

Building God’s Church through Service(Bob Russell - When God Build’s a Church)

Ministers often hear excuses from folks whom they have asked to serve in some role in church. The next time you feel like GOD can’t use you, just remember... Noah was a drunk Abraham was too old Isaac was a daydreamer Jacob was a liar Leah was ugly Joseph was abused Moses had a stuttering ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Complete Rainbow

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Oct 23, 2009

Children use rainbow as illustration that all are needed for God’s work.

Title: “Complete Rainbow” 1 Corinthians 12:12-26 Prior to Service: • Cut construction paper into 2” x 11” strips • Papers should have six (6) different colors: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Violet (or whatever colors you have available) • Divide strips into multiples of six- with extra strips ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

7 Tests For A God-Glorifying Ministry - 1 Peter 4:11 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 30, 2025

When speaking, use the words of God. And when serving, do it in a way that shows God to be the source of the strength.

1 Peter 4:8 Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 9 Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. 10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's multifaceted grace. 11 If anyone speaks, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:11

Bruce Almighty (Me Almighty) Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Nov 26, 2003

This is the first of a series of sermons based on movie themes, an idea I borrowed from West Family Church in the Kansas City area while I was visiting there this summer. We are not wired to play God.

SLIDE 1 BRUCE ALMIGHTY (ME ALMIGHTY) Stop Playing God and Discover God Almighty’s Plan Good morning and welcome to Bethany—greet guests, etc. SLIDE 2 How many of you have been to the movies this summer? It seems like I get to the movies more in the summer than any other time. How does that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Methodist

Outreach: A Partnership Of Trust Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 14, 2002

Outreach is a partnership of trust, where God trusts us and we trust God. Knowing which part we are responsible is essential for effective outreach.

Note: This sermon was introduced with a drama called "Conversion" In many ways, sharing our faith in Jesus Christ can feel like coming out of the closet with a dark secret. In our culture today, talking about your faith seems too personal for public discourse. People prefer that we keep issues of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Out To Bring Them In

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

The followers of Jesus are called to go to the world with the hope of Jesus Christ.

Going Out To Bring Them In Mark 1:14-20 Along time ago in a land far away there was a church. The church had been founded by a handful of men and women who wanted nothing more out of life than to make a difference in their community for the Kingdom of God. They had read the Word of God and been ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Membership Has Its Privileges!

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 8, 2007

As a member of a church we have priviledges and responsibilities. Are we keeping the comittments we made to God?

Membership has its privileges! Romans 12:1-8 What a visual image Paul has crafted for our consideration. Because of God’s MERCY we are to offer ourselves as living sacrifices. Living, we are not to kill ourselves or be killed by others. We are to offer ourselves to God being holy and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Congregational