Sermons on Growing Church:

Sardis—wake Up! Church…

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 19, 2021

These warnings in Revelation 2 and 3, serve generally as a wakeup call. A call to attention, A call to leave nothing undone, A call to carry God’s gospel with firsthand experience and knowledge of the gospels ability to do whatever is needed!

Sardis—Wake Up! Church… Revelation 3:1-6NIV We begin by reading prayerfully the same scriptures in Revelation 1. First, Revelation 1:1-3NIV The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants—things which must shortly take place. And He sent and signified it by His angel to His ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6, Lamentations 3:21-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Church Attendance Important? There Is A Pandemic!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 16, 2021

The results of the pandemic have affected so much around us. Many are living in fear instead of faith. The temptation to forsake public worship or assembling together is stronger today than I have experienced before.

Is Church Attendance Important? There is a Pandemic! Hebrew 10:23-25 “Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; 24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Antidote To Progressive Revisionism In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 12, 2022

God gave laws known as the Ten Commandments for every human being to adhere to.

Religious leaders are always very good at legalism so they added 603 moral and legal codes (365 thou shalt not's and 248 thou shalt). Jesus accentuated the 10 Commandments because they are the key to knowledge about salvation (see Isaiah 42:21; Luke 11:52). The Bible says that "Only in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-9, Matthew 5:17, Galatians 4:4, Ephesians 2:8, Romans 3:23, Acts 17:31, Hebrews 10:26-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Challenges American Churches Face

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 14, 2022

Christianity in America (and in Europe) is declining. This sermon share three challenges that caused the decline and how we respond to them.

Thirty-four years ago, a church was born in Walnut Creek under the leadership of Pastor X. During those years, we faced many challenges, both internally and externally. But by the grace of God, we still exist today. That is why today, we want to thank God for His faithfulness. We say, "Thus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:12, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Proverbs 22:6, 1 Timothy 3:1-4, Matthew 16:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The Seven Churches

Contributed by Jeff Hagan on Apr 28, 2022

Revelation was written to seven specific churches at a specific time in a specific place for a specific reason. However, what lessons can we learn from this valuable book of the bible?

1. Ephesus: The Ephesian church is commended for its works—the preaching, perseverance and serving by the early disciples (Revelation 2:1–3). Even they had to discern between false teachers and teachers of the Truth. However, the church was told that "you have left your first love" ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Open Letter To The Churches Of Christ

Contributed by Jeff Hagan on Apr 28, 2022

Discussing and revealing troubling teachings in the Churches of Christ.

This serves as both an open letter to ministers, and others, in the Church of Christ and a bit of an inside look at the Church of Christ. Almost every source used comes from the writings of Church of Christ preachers and college professors. A bibliography is available at the end of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Need For Church Revival: Repent

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 22, 2020

When a church is willing to repent of past sins, it presents an opportunity for God to do something new and exciting in the church.

Last time we were encouraged to remember our past. During time we briefly connected with our past and looked at five characteristics of our church in her early days. In Revelation 2:5 Jesus tells the church at Ephesus to “Remember therefore from where you have fallen.” And so we made it personal ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Need For Church Revival: Recover

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 22, 2020

Jesus goes on to tell the believers at Ephesus to do the works that they did at first.

First, we were encouraged to “remember”. Last time we were encouraged to “repent”. Many of us came to the front of the church to confess our sins to God and to forsake them. That was a good thing. That was a liberating thing. But, according to Jesus in Revelation chapter two, “remembering ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"the Church Is . . . "

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Nov 14, 2020

There are many names for the church and many of them begin with the letter "F" Besides being the Body of Christ, the Bride of Christ, the Temple of God, is also - - -

THE CHURCH IS . . . SUMNER Christian Church August 2, 2020 Romans 16:1-27; Matthew 16:16-18; Ephesians 6:12 Introduction. The Greatest Plan; Purpose; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Inspects His Church Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 7, 2022

In Rev. 2-3, the SUPERNATURAL GAZE OF JESUS searches our hearts and tests our motives. He inspected the churches - then & now. Jesus saw 3 major problems: false reputations, lukewarm attitudes, and those who'd left their first love.

JESUS INSPECTS HIS CHURCH REV. 2-3 WHAT GOD SAYS ABOUT THE FUTURE 4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: FORGET THE EYE EXAM 1. It had been many years since my last eye exam and my wife was pestering me to make an appointment. The more she nagged, the more I procrastinated. Finally she made an appointment ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Called Out: The Role Of The Church

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 14, 2022

Jesus Christ is the Head of the Church, and no one else (Matthew 16:13-19). We have strayed from what the Scriptures teach about the church's purpose and responsibilities and instead allowed the world's opinions take precedence over what we are to be and do.

When we hear the word "church", most of us think of a building or membership in a particular denomination with standards, beliefs, and guidelines for worship, order, the reading and use of Scripture, and sermons. The problem is that far too many people now view the church as a symbol ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19, Mark 8:27-30, Luke 9:18-20, Ephesians 1:22, Ephesians 4:15, Colossians 1:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What Happened To Volunteerism In Church?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 5, 2022

Volunteerism has been on the decline in the church. The need for recognition has become important to the few who do volunteer. We should volunteer to serve Christ

What happened to volunteerism in church? Mark 12:38-40 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 12:38 In His teaching He was saying: “Beware of the scribes who like to walk around in long robes, and like respectful greetings in the market places, 39 and chief seats in the synagogues and places of honor ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Paul’s Prayer For The Church

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 10, 2022

In this passage of scripture we are going to deal with a prayer that Paul prayed for the Ephesians. This prayer is considered by some as the second most important prayer ever prayed.

Folks have some strange ideas about prayer. Some folks do not have the slightest idea of what prayer is. Illus: This reminds me of Karin Wotten of Ocala, Florida who tells about the opening exercises of their Vacation Bible School, when they asked for volunteers to pray. One morning, a first ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Church Say Amen

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 19, 2022

The word “amen” is a most remarkable word. It was transliterated directly from the Hebrew into the Greek of the New Testament, then into Latin and into English and many other languages, so that it is practically a universal word

TITLE: LET THE CHURCH SAY AMEN SCRIPTURE: REVELATION 3:14 / REVELATION 7:12 / REVELATION 22:21 The word “amen” is a most remarkable word. It was transliterated directly from the Hebrew into the Greek of the New Testament, then into Latin and into English and many other languages, so that it is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:21

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing A Church Based On The Preacher

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 16, 2022

What criteria should a layperson use to determine which church to attend? It is vital for preachers and bishops to understand the concept. Preachers have the responsibility to present the Bible accurately and to encourage the people to follow it.

Choosing a Church Based on the Preacher John 4:43-54? Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz ?43 After athe two days He went forth from there into Galilee. 44 For Jesus Himself testified ?that aa prophet has no honor in his own country. 45 So when He came to Galilee, the Galileans ?received Him, ahaving seen ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: United Methodist