Sermons on Lack Of Unity:

The God Of The Unexpected Series

Contributed by David Ward on Oct 3, 2009

An expository message from Acts 12 on how God "shows up" in response to his people’s faith, and lack of faith.

INTRODUCTION: Arthur Burns was chair of the Federal Reserve in the 1970s, and a Jewish economist of great influence in Washington during the tenure of several Presidents. Burns was once asked to pray at a gathering of evangelical politicians. Stunning his hosts, he prayed thus: "Lord, I pray that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On A Sea Of Sand

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 21, 2025

A "Sea of Sand" can refer to many things, including temporary blindness, a lack of perspective or a specific geographic feature.

Erik Pevernagie, a Belgian painter and writer once remarked: “In the land of the ostriches, the blind are king. When politicians bury their head in the sand, ignorance rules the country. ( "High noon." )” Genesis 32:12 reminds us: “But you said, ‘I will surely do you good, and make your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 21:1, Psalm 107:33-34, Deuteronomy 32:10, Job 6:3

Sermon On A Loss Of Direction

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 1, 2021

Many people in life often become distracted by events or circumstances beyond their control which inevitably result in a lack of positive direction.

Melody Beattie, an American author of self-help books on codependent relationships once remarked: "I used to spend so much time reacting and responding to everyone else that my life had no direction. Other people's lives, problems, and wants set the course for my life. Once I realized it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, 2 Timothy 4:17, Deuteronomy 31:6

Godly Change

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 15, 2014

Are you willing to let God make the necessary changes in your life?

Godly Change Acts chapter 10 Introduction- This morning I would like to talk to you about change. Some change is good and some bad. Some people adjust to change and some people struggle. Some people look for change and some avoid it. Usually the only people that like change is the person ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Godly Zeal—part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 27, 2001

The strengthening of godly zeal is a major factor in the effectiveness & unity of God’s witness/people. Godly zeal arises from...

GODLY ZEAL—Part-II—Joshua 22:1-9 Passion/Excitement/Enthusiasm "Mom and Dad, guess what?" called the high school senior as he rushed into the house. "I got a part in the senior class play! I get to play a man who’s celebrating his twenty-fifth wedding anniversary!" "That’s fantastic, son!" “I’m ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Together We Thrive PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of unity within the Christian community, anchored in the gospel of Christ, for spiritual growth and testament of God's love.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this sacred gathering where we come together, not as strangers, but as family, bound by the love of our Heavenly Father. It's a joy to see each one of you here, eager to share in the Word of God, ready to be nourished by His truth. Let's turn our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:16

Topics: Thriving, Christ

Stop Slapping Your Head And Shooting Yourself In The Foot!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001

Care of the Body

Stop Slapping Your Head And Shooting Yourself In The Foot! I Cor 12:12-27 In many of my teachings, I have sought to emphasize the Church as a family. It is a very large family and all the things that go with being a family fits in the Church. We share love and responsibilities. We share joy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Character

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Oct 6, 2005

A description of the characteristics of the Christian discipleship, and those things on which it rests

As we listened to that passage from Colossians this morning, the first thing we heard Paul telling his readers to do was to clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, goodness and patience.. As we listened to that list of qualities various things could have gone through our minds. We ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Untapped Power Of A Man

Contributed by Phillip Davis on Aug 6, 2015

Each man has been given the power of prayer to release his untapped potential.

THEME: THE UNTAPPED POWER OF A MAN TEXT: 1 TIMOTHY 2:1 – 8 TITLE: PRAYING MEN… Introduction: It was early Sunday morning and William’s mother came into his room and said, “William, it’s Sunday. Time to get up…Time to get up and go to church!” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When We Ignore The "signs" Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 24, 2024

This verse points out that the Sabbath was intended to be a sign but that Israel wasn't actually obeying it. What are some ways we do similar things today?

GIVE ME A SIGN: God says here that the Sabbath was intended as a sign. - Ezekiel 20:10-12. - These verses tell us that God brought Israel out of Egypt. He gave them the Mosaic Law as a path toward life and peace. And one of the signs He gave them was the Sabbath. - What exactly does it mean that ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Leaders

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013

Part 1 of several dynamics that will maximize and bless the ministry of church leaders. Respect your leaders, Love them, Get along with them and with one another, Take responsibility for one another, and let mercy triumph over vengeance when someone wrong

How to Get the Most out of Your Leaders 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22 12 Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. 13 Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. 14 And we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unify- Forgiveness Over Blame Series

Contributed by David Spiegel on Feb 25, 2015

A unified church can be a powerful influence in the community so naturally our enemy love to create offenses to cause division. Forgiveness as Christ forgave us is a powerful defense against those schemes.

Walgreen’s – (life doesn’t give you lemons but there is still lemonade) Since we don’t live in perfect, there’s Walgreens… The truth is there was a time we lived in perfect and will one day be returned there but it is hard to find here on earth. Many people ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When One Is Better Than A Crowd

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Mar 15, 2012

The church is one body and not many and yet unity is often hindered by such "diseases" as pride, self-sufficiency, ignorance and laziness. To "heal" we need first to die to ourselves and surrender to Christ who will change us.

This week I heard devastating news from a friend of mine who will soon be ordained as a pastor. His son was just diagnosed with cancer. This is a young man, 18 years old, graduating from high school in just a few months and having to now face stage three cancer. It’s heart wrenching – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Lutheran

What's The Holy Spirit Doing In You

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 18, 2018

The Holy Spirit as teacher

Prelude How can a mere human being understand the things of God? Goal: Let’s understand the means by which God reaches out and touches us. Plan: Let’s look at John 15:26-16:15 and discover how the Holy Spirit works in our lives. John 15:26 Testify John 15:26 says, “When the Advocate comes, whom ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Good Is Church?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 4, 2020

Church is taking a bashing, but it was created and called for by God.

We live in a time in the Western Church where people are seeing less and less value in attending church. They say that God is omnipresent and in our hearts so why can’t we just be part of the invisible church? Why can’t we be Digital Disciples and just watch ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25, Acts 6:3-4, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist