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  • The Acts 29 Church Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Sep 22, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 21,194 views

    Acts 29-the unknown chapter of the Bible

    15. The Book of Acts August 30th, 2009 Acts 29 Can I get a volunteer to come up here and read our text for today? Ok thank you very much. Would you open your Bible to the very end of the book of Acts for me. Let me know when you get there. Ok, now if you would begin reading in Acts chapter 29 ...read more

  • Overcoming Cliques In The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 118 views

    The sermon calls believers to reject favoritism and embrace Christlike love, welcoming all as equals in God’s family regardless of status or background.

    Sometime between the handshake at the door and the last hymn, most of us have felt it—the little nudge to measure people by pocketbooks or pedigrees, by what they drive or where they sit. Maybe you’ve been on the other side of that glance. You walked into a room, and before you spoke a word, you ...read more

  • The 5th Church Of The Apocalypse -The Church In Sardis Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 11, 2020
     | 4,277 views

    The Church in Sardis had become lethargic and lost its way. Jesus calls us to be alert

    The Fifth Church of the Apocalypse - The Church at Sardis Introduction We have been looking at the Churches of the Apocalypse during lockdown Last week we looked at the fourth Church of the apocalypse - the Church of Thyatira. Today we are looking today at the fifth Church of the Apocalypse - ...read more

  • Pentecost: The Establishment Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024
     | 1,242 views

    Fifty days after Jesus' resurrection, the church of Jesus Christ was established. A follow-up to the Gospel of Mark series. (PREACHED DURING THE COVID SHUT DOWN)

    PENTECOST: ESTABLISHMENT OF THE CHURCH (FOLLOW-UP TO CHRIST'S GREAT COMMISSION) Good Morning Family, I’m praying that everyone is doing well. I know that you, even as I am, are anxious to be at the church building worshipping together as a family. But, sadly, we will still be home again ...read more

  • Shepherds After God’s Own Heart

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025
     | 272 views

    A message addressing pastors and leaders during a pastoral/leadership conference.

    INTRODUCTION: Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, fellow laborers in the vineyard of the Lord—what a joy it is to gather in this sacred assembly. This leadership banquet is not merely a meeting of minds, but a convergence of hearts called by God to shepherd His people. Today, I want to speak to ...read more

  • God Loves Us When We Are Uncomfortable Series

    Contributed by David Selleck on Oct 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,349 views

    Michael Yaconelli’s "Messy Spirituality" God’s Annoying Love for Imperfect People

    Template Oct 15, 2006 Messy Spirituality Series 3 Felt Need: Did Jesus have to turn everything upside down to get people like me to listen? Hoped for Results: Jesus was against the status quo, he loved the adventure of the unknown. Message: God loves us when we are uncomfortable Scripture: ...read more

  • Building A Confident Church Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 30, 2001
    based on 164 ratings
     | 17,634 views

    Five essential "bricks" for building a confident Church.

    When this church finally decided to build our new worship center back in 1996 all my pastor friends told me to pack my bags. One of my former seminary teachers suggested that I update my resume. You see, building projects have a reputation for tearing churches apart. And through the years a general ...read more

  • Who Is The Church Boss?

    Contributed by Larry Wise on Jul 18, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,049 views

    A sermon about the role of the elders.

    Who is the “Church Boss”? I Peter 5:1-5 Have you seen the new TV show called Undercover boss? It’s about good bosses. The contrast to that is the Annual "Worst boss" contest. One of the best-selling business books in 1996 was called "Best Boss, Worst Boss" by management ...read more

  • Deborah

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 16, 2025
     | 297 views

    Deborah was a powerful leader, prophetess, judge and mother of the nation. God used her very powerfully in her times. She rose to meet the times of trouble of the Israelites. God was with her.

    Text: Judges 4:1-10 Theme: Holy Woman, Deborah   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever!   Have you ever watched a honey bee? They are very busy work of pollinating flowers and gathering pollen and nectar to feed the colony, keeping it alive and supporting its growth. ...read more

  • Boldness In Church Planting Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jan 13, 2010
     | 7,665 views

    Supernatural boldness in church planting validates authentic ministry when based on pure motives and proper conduct (the marks of Spirit-filled church planters).

    As we reach the end of our first month of attempting to plant a church and as we study the NT model for church planting from the Book of 1 Thessalonians, we need to ask ourselves if we are too tentative. What is impressive from studying Paul and Silas and Timothy is their confidence and ...read more

  • Build On A Sure Foundation

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 2, 2023
     | 3,893 views

    Notice, Jesus doesn't use bricks to build His church. He uses people. Imperfect people at that. We are those transgressors and sinners that are referred to at the first of this chapter.

    Alba 2-26-2023 BUILD ON A SURE FOUNDATION Ephesians 2:19-22 Here is a brick. I suppose you figured that out. Originally I used this brick with others and some boards and made a book case about five shelves high. It wasn't very steady, but it worked for me when I was single and no children ...read more

  • The Character Of An Effective Church Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,254 views

    There is much truth in the humorous adage that some people make things happen, others watch things happen, while still others are left wondering what happened. What is true of individuals is also true of churches. Some churches are dynamic, aggressively

    The Character of an Effective Church Acts 13:1-13 Intro There is much truth in the humorous adage that some people make things happen, others watch things happen, while still others are left wondering what happened. What is true of individuals is also true of churches. Some churches are ...read more

  • Don't Be Bossy Be Glossy! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,857 views

    Church leaders need be willing to serve God and His people and not become deceived by the world but remain servant leaders to the end. Young people in the church need to learn to follow Jesus and submit to the leadership that God has put into place.

    “Be Glossy! Not Bossy!” Thesis: Church leaders need be willing to serve God and His people and not become deceived by the world but remain servant leaders to the end. Young people in the church need to learn to follow Jesus and submit to the leadership that God has put into place. Scripture ...read more

  • What Type Of Church Are We? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 15, 2019
     | 3,823 views

    A church can call itself Christian but it does not mean that everyone in that church are true believers of Christ!

    Today is known as Palm Sunday, also known as the Triumphal Entry of Jesus Christ to Jerusalem! We will incorporate our study of Hebrews 6 to our worship by reminding ourselves of the significance of Holy week (Palm Sunday, Good Friday with Passover/Communion and the Resurrection)! To put all of ...read more

  • Problem Solving In The Church Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 26, 2005
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,097 views

    how did the church manage conflict

    No plans for Valentine’s Day? No problem! Stay home and watch television. Besides, you can learn a lot about love from the shows you watch. Here are some of top TV love quotes: Law & Order’s Detective Lennie Briscoe "Love -- a dangerous disease instantly cured by marriage." "All human beings ...read more