Sermons on Lack Of Unity:

Sibling Rivalries Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 27, 2003

This is the 11th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This sermons looks at the need for unity in the church.

Sunday Morning February 2, 2003 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§Church On The Rocks¡¨ [#11] SIBLING RIVALRIES 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 Introduction: 1. Several weeks ago, my family was all together. There were uncles, aunts, cousins, parents, in-laws, etc¡K all there. We were at mom¡¦s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Members Of Christ's Body Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jan 16, 2004

A sermon on the necessity of Christian unity, employing Paul’s "body of Christ" as the primary paradigm.

Sermon for 3 Epiphany Year C, 25/01/2004 Based on 1 Cor 12:12-31a By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Members Of Christ’s Body” As a senior citizen was driving down the freeway, his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Lutheran

A House Divided Cannot Stand

Contributed by David Thompson on Dec 31, 2005

This lesson is about unity and division in the body of Christ, and the congregation itself. And then the medicine that cures division.

A House Divided Cannot Stand Abe Lincoln; was elected to congress in 1847. The Mexican war was going on, and Lincoln opposed the war. His anti war speeches displeased his political supporters, and he knew they wouldn’t re-elect him. So at the end of His term in 1849 he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All One In Christ Jesus

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 8, 2008

Our purpose as a Church is to demonstrate the power of the gospel in the way we live together in unity.

He was a twin, but we don’t know anything about his brother; he was cautious, yet ready to walk into danger if that’s where his master was going; he was the one who was prepared to admit his ignorance if he didn’t understand something; he was a cynic, or a realist, depending on how you look at it, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Anglican

Heed Paul's Advent Admonition

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 11, 2007

Heed Paul’s Advent Admonition 1) Be united in faith 2) Be faithful in unity

“You better watch out! You better not cry! You better not pout! I’m telling you why...” For a number of good reasons that song isn’t in our hymnal but it does remind us that this is a season of watching and preparing. Last Sunday we were encouraged to watch for Christ’s coming. This Sunday we are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Job One

Contributed by Catherine Davis on Apr 17, 2006

A sermon for Heritage Sunday: Unity is ordained by God and must be the mark of a healthy church family.

Title: Job 1 Scripture: Psalm 133 A Sermon for Heritage Sunday Intro: Has anyone here ever heard the slogan “Quality is Job 1?” Yes, that is the slogan from Ford Motor Company, made popular in the 1980’s. I’d like to give you a little history on how this slogan came to be: Job 1 actually ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Babel, Pentecost, And The Church

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jun 12, 2006

How is it possible for the Pentecost message, of unity in the church, as the vehicle to undo the Babel confusion, to occur?

Babel, Pentecost, and the Church Montreal/Cornwall June 11, 2006 “The tower of Babel” speaks of an impressive intervention in human affairs that God did in order to guarantee that his plan would work out in the time frame of his choosing, rather than through different effort, means and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jehoshaphat (He Who Pleads)

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Feb 7, 2007

How the prayer of Jehoshaphat and the unity of the people of Judah defeated the enemy and never lifted a hand.

JEHOSHAPHAT (HE WHO PLEADS) II Chronicles 20:1-4 Intro: In the reading of the text you find that some of the people of Judah have come to Jehoshaphat and told him the Moabites and the Ammonites and others are planning to attack him. This scares Jehoshaphat. Remember at this time the kingdom is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 26, 2014

Christ, as head of the church, gave us a model that will lead to unity and love. Are we listening?

Today we begin a short two week series covering what I think is one of the most relevant sections of the New Testament for us today. It gives a very concise, clear picture of how the church and the family are to operate according to God’s design. So please join me as we read Ephesians chapter ...read more

With One Mind

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 30, 2017

Emphasis on being witnesses of Jesus and the foundational place of prayer and the unity of God's people in that journey.

May 28, 2017 Seventh Sunday of Easter With One Mind Acts 1:6-14 Swiss Chalet has a new commercial for their Crispy Chicken special. It is funny to watch as one lone customer, taking a bite says, "This is SO good, I have to tell everyone…immediately!” Then we see him scooting down the street in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Fight For Family PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

This sermon aims to explore the tactics of the enemy, the importance of unity among believers, and the power of prayer.

Good morning, family. Today, we're diving deep into the book of Nehemiah, specifically Nehemiah 4:1-14. We'll be exploring three big themes: The Enemy's Tactics, The Need for Unity, and The Power of Prayer. Let me start by sharing a quote from a respected Christian, Mattie Stepanek. He once said, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-14

Topics: Family

Integrity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

This sermon aims to explore and understand the power of integrity, the responsibility of unity, and the blessing of doing right.

Good morning, church family. I am thrilled to see you all gathered here today, eager and open to receive God's word. Today, we're going to delve into the heart of Galatians, specifically Galatians 6:1-5, where we will explore The Power of Integrity, The Responsibility of Unity, and The Blessing of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Topics: Do The Right Thing

The Sweet Partnership In The Gospel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

Explores the joy, unity, and transformative power of grace found in our shared partnership in the Gospel.

Good morning, dear congregation! I am so glad to see each one of you here today, gathered in the spirit of unity, love, and eager anticipation for what God has in store for us. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our lives, so beautifully interwoven in the grand tapestry of God's ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Topics: Choose Joy, Living A Life Worthy

What's Missing From Our Ch__ch?

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jun 22, 2011

We are at the end of our fiscal year here at LCC and with that comes new beginnings; new beginnings and new opportunities for each of us in the area of serving

Let me begin he message this morning with a reading of God’s Holy Word as this is the very foundation of today’s message. Please stand with me. 1 Corinthians 12: 12-20 The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-20

Denomination: Other

Developing A Deeper Community Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 12, 2010

Something is missing from the church today, and people are starting to notice. Too often the church fails to offer what it advertises: life.

1. Church Attendance January 3, 2010 Developing a Deeper Community A husband and his wife woke up one Sunday morning and the wife began to get dressed for church. It was just about time for the service when she noticed her husband wasn’t ready and hadn’t even gotten out of bed. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: *other