Sermons on Imperishable Bodies:

If We Follow Christ, We Grow Larger By Becoming Smaller

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jan 28, 2003

Why we must connect with each other in small groups, as we realize who we are in the Lord.

Super bowl day deserves a football story - Alumni and fans of UCLA made life miserable for football coach Pepper Rodgers during a season when his team the Bruins got off to a horrible start. Nobody would hang out with him. “My dog was my only true friend” Rodgers said. “I told my wife that every ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-27, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus Yes The Church No?

Contributed by David Parks on Jan 30, 2003

Many claim to love Jesus but despise his church. Is this bilblical or logical?

JESUS, YES! THE CHURCH, NO? INTRODUCTION: 1 We are living in an age that has seen the rise of license and the decline of responsibility. 2 Today many seem to be desperately looking for some strange type of Utopia in which there is happiness without responsibility. 1) Many children expect their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unity...an Open Door Before Us Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Feb 2, 2003

Ephesians Series #11 God is calling all believers to walk in unity. It is time for us to lay down our differences and embrace one another. Paul gives us the steps how.

A Walk That Is Worthy Part 11 Unity: An Open Door Before Us Text: Eph 4:1-5 Intro: This morning I would like to continue on with our examination of the book of Ephesians.I have entitled the series “A walk that is Worthy” This morning in our text we read these words…Paul said “As a prisoner for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Living Church

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Feb 3, 2003

This sermons draws out the similarities between a human body and the Body of Christ (the Church).

The Church is a living body . . . the body of Christ. Upon close examination, we find that the Church shares many characteristics with the physical human body. I. A BODY IS UNITED. A. The members of a healthy body work together to accomplish things. 1. The brain sends commands to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5, Ephesians 4:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Are The Church! Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Feb 5, 2003

This sermon outlines Paul’s 5 views of the church in 1 Corinthians 3 and empasizes what the church should be and what our roles should be in it.

1 Corinthians We Are the Church I Corinthians 3 February 2, 2003 Intro: A. The Church has become so frantic in its busyness that it reminds me of the well-known definition of a fanatic: “A person who redoubles his efforts after he has lost sight of his goals.” B. In 1 Corinthians 3, Paul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church As God Intended It Series

Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003

The first in a series of nine messages from Colossians. Deals with God’s design for the New Testament Church.

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Colossians 1:1-8 Title: The Church as it should Be (#1 in series in Colossians) Date: July 7, 2002 Introduction: This morning we begin a series in the book of Colossians. This is a rich book, one of Paul’s richest letters to the churches. In this letter we find ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

I Need You

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Sep 17, 2002

Deals with the subject of every member of the Body of Christ’s need for every other member.

I Need You (1 Corinthians 12:12-27) I. Each Member Is Indispensable A. Not all the same B. But each is essential II. Each Member Is Interdependent A. Not all the same B. But each relies on every other III. Each Member Is Interconnected A. Not all the same B. But each part affects every other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Eres Material Del Reino?

Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Sep 17, 2002

A travez del proceso de eliminacion, examinaremos si somos aptos para el reinio de Dios o no.

¿ARE YOU KINGDOM MATERIAL? ¿ERES MATERIAL DEL REINO? Mateo 25:21 Reina-Valera “21 Y su señor le dijo: Bien, buen siervo y fiel; sobre poco has sido fiel, sobre mucho te pondré; entra en el gozo de tu señor.” ¡Que palabras mas lindas! “Bien, buen siervo y fiel; sobre poco has sido fiel, sobre ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Survivor 2: How To Find A Tribe That Won't Vote You Out Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Sep 21, 2002

This is the second message in my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon the way every church ought to be (09-22-2002).

Opening Illustration There was a church in a small town in Tennessee that had a most interesting name. The sign in front of it said “Left Foot Baptist Church.” There was a young man who passed by the building several times, and he always got a good chuckle from the name. Finally, one day when ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Selfless Christianity In Action! – A Brother Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 23, 2002

Last week, we began looking at something that I entitled Christianity in Action as it was embodied in a man by the name of Epaphroditus. “Ep” was one of four examples that Paul mentions of selfless Christian living.

SERMONIC THEME Opening Statement: Last week, we began looking at something that I entitled Christianity in Action as it was embodied in a man by the name of Epaphroditus. “Ep” was one of four examples that Paul mentions of selfless Christian living. In Philippians 2:3-4 Paul wrote: 2:3 Instead of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-30

Let Your Good Works Glorify Your Father

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Sep 23, 2002

A sermon of encouragement for Christian workers who are feeling as if they are not and have not done enough to serve God!

(Sermon By: Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster- Brooks of Lyons, Georgia delivered to the St. Luke AME Church.) SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:14-16....Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorif ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

Status Consciousness

Contributed by Dennis Williams on Sep 23, 2002

Jesus was against strife in the church. 1. In any church: strife among members is a bad spirit a. The fight for position b. Power struggles c. Jealousy

Status Consciousness (PRINTED OUT) July 02 Jesus was against the Pecking Order. 1. In any church: strife among members is a bad spirit a. The fight for position b. Power struggles c. Jealousy They are in the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ The Bible shows that Jesus arose from the grave as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Declaration Of Faith

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002

The vital importance of Peter’s declarative confession and how it relates to the building of the New Testament Church today.

Our Declaration Our Faith! Matthew 16:13-19 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) “When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" [14] They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Restoring Your Passion Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Oct 4, 2002

This is part Two of the series what makes a Great church

TITLE: How To restore Your Passion Text: rev. 2:1-8: Romans 12:11 Theme: Church, renewal,, spiritual growth P.S. A healthy church begins with a consuming passion for God. Introduction In my last message, I said that the real issue of church growth is not how fast or large is the church ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-8, Acts 2:42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting Plugged In Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Oct 10, 2002

Part 3 of this series showing us how to have a "Super Sized Life." This message deals with the last key, getting plugged into a church family.

“Super Sized Life” part 3 (Getting Plugged In) Brian A. Moon A young woman called Nancy had a disability and was confined to a wheelchair, yet she developed a unique ministry to hurting and lonely people. She placed an ad in the local newspaper that read: "If you are lonely or have a problem, call ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Acts 17:24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed