Sermons on Growing The Church:

Part 2 "The Changing Of A Nation!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

This series on Lean Time is a depiction of where our church and country is right now and how we grow during Lean Times with the Lord.

Question: What decisions are you facing right now that will change your life forever? How do we Change a Nation: 1. We proceed slowly! Question: What is your first tendency when faced with a decision? Nehemiah 1:4 "When I heard these words, I sat down and wept. I mourned for a number of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Part 3 "The Perfect Vision In Imperfect Times!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

This series on Lean Time is a depiction of where our church and country is right now and how we grow during Lean Times with the Lord.

Nehemiah 2:11-20 Preparing for the Vision of God: 1. We must make an accurate assessment of the situation! Nehemiah 2:17 "So I said to them, "You see the trouble we are in. Jerusalem lies in ruins and its gates have been burned down." (HCSB) Question: How would you describe your current ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Part 4 "The Joy Of The Lord Is Our Strength!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

This series on Lean Time is a depiction of where our church and country is right now and how we grow during Lean Times with the Lord.

Question: When the race gets tough what do you do? Nehemiah 8:5-12 When Life is Tough: 1. Don't give up! Our resolve is to never give up! Isaiah 40:28-31 William Barclay "Endurance is not just the ability to bear a hard thing, but to turn it into glory." Lamentations 3:40-41 "Let ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

Encountering God Together Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Aug 21, 2016

At Life Church, "We are doing life together as we encounter, connect, grow and serve." What does it mean to encounter God together?

Learning to Live in Covenant - Encountering God Together Amos 3:3 Do two walk together unless they have agreed to do so? Introduction: We, the body of Christ at Life Church Assembly of God, believe the Lord has brought us together for His glory, and therefore, we make this membership covenant: ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul's Prayer For The Philippian Church #2 Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

Paul prays that the church would choose excellence,integrity, and the fruit of righteousness.

#6 4-29-07 Paul’s Prayer for the Church of Philippi (2) Text; Philippians 1:9-11 Introduction; Summary: Paul was a man of prayer and he prayed for their spiritual maturity. That they would abound more in God’s love. III. Paul Prays that they would choose Excellence A. Excellence is built ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Names Of Christ Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Church Names of Christ

A. INTRODUCTION There are five names/metaphors that link Jesus to His church. Each metaphor emphasizes life and growth. Christ the Head Christ the Shepherd Christ the Bridegroom Christ the Cornerstone Christ the True Vine B. THE HEAD OF THE BODY 1 Cor. 12:12-31; Col. 1:18, 2:19; Eph. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Faces (Phases) Of Paul [ Part 3 ] Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 8, 2012

Growing with God.

I trust that so far in this study I have given you a wee food for thought to go with your Irish cream cheese muffins and that strong Irish tea that you've drinking. Remember that Paul’s writings or letters, the earliest writings in the New Testament, are filled with allusions, images, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:22, Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A View Of The Church Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jan 27, 2007

View of the Church Part 1 of 2 in the series of I Corth.

A VIEW OF THE CHURCH (Part 1) 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Introduction A. The Corinthians were proud of their gifts and their wisdom. They seemed to be critical of Paul’s simple message. B. Paul tells them he must keep his teaching simple because they are “mere infants in Christ” (v. 1). C. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Leaders Are Chosen Lesson 38 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 11, 2019

Purity always brings power and progress.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Growth phases. The new church was growing. (Note the church growth term from arithmetic). 120 – praying in the Upper Room (Acts 1:15) 3000 – baptized (Acts 2:14) 5000 – men added (Acts 4:4) More added. “Believers were increasingly added” (Acts 5:14). Multiplied. “. . . the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Real Bad Word In The Church Today? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 28, 2006

There is a real unpopular word in the church today, it is patience and wait. God’s children must learn to wait with zeal!

A REAL BAD WORD IN THE CHURCH TODAY? YOU NEED WHAT? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part series. I. LET US DEFINE A FEW WORDS BEFORE WE GET STARTED: The only people I know with a lot of patience are doctors! A. PATIENCE: THE CAPACITY, HABIT, OR FACT OF BEING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gospel Is For All (Church Expansion In Antioch) Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 26, 2023

This text shows what can happen when believers follow the Holy Spirit, recognizes the value in all people, and use their gifts, strength and influence to carry out God’s plan. The Gospel is for whosoever will believe!

Sermon: The Gospel is For All (Church Expansion In Antioch) Scripture: Acts 11:19-30 “Meanwhile, the believers who had been scattered during the persecution after Stephen’s death traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch of Syria. They preached the word of God, but only to Jews. 20 However, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30, Matthew 28:16-20, Mark 16:20

Denomination: Methodist

Why Should I Bother Joining A Church?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 11, 2021

The message explores biblical reasons for open union with a local congregation.

“It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and of a kind that is not tolerated even among pagans, for a man has his father’s wife. And you are arrogant! Ought you not rather to mourn? Let him who has done this be removed from among you. “For though absent in body, I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Congregational Polity Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 10, 2011

Exploration of the congregational government in the apostolic church.

“In these days when the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint by the Hellenists arose against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the full number of the disciples and said, ‘It is not right that we should give up ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Sovereign Lord Plants His Church

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 26, 2008

Pentecost 4(B) - The sovereign Lord plants his church. The sovereign Lord starts with a tender spring that flourishes into a splendid cedar.

THE SOVEREIGN LORD PLANTS HIS CHURCH (Outline) June 8, 2008 -- PENTECOST 4 -- Ezekiel 17:22-24 INTRO: In our country there are many different churches. Each denomination holds to its own tradi-tions and heritages (some are Biblical and others are not). There are false churches that do ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 17:22-24

Denomination: Lutheran

The Church As God Intended - Unity In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Mar 25, 2010

Church unity is very high on God's agenda. According to God's word we have it! It is to be maintained not created. But how? And what does it look like?

THE CHURCH AS GOD INTENDED - Unity in the Spirit Ephesians 4:1-16 INTRO Paul's letter to the Church at Ephesus is a fantastic read. We have already spent some time in it during the month of January this year in which we gave some thought to the astonishing implications of what it means to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist