Sermons on laity: showing 196-210 of 455

"Christian Power"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 23, 2002

There is amazing power that Christians possess through the Holy Spirit, so let’s tap into it.

Acts 6:8-15, 7:54-60 “Christian Power” By: Reverend Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church Have you ever been persecuted or harrassed by others for doing what is right? Have you ever gotten yourself in trouble for doing what is wrong? Well, there is a big ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Forward To The Past - Reformation Day Message

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

The Reformation began with Jesus Christ and is to continue even today within the church and within our hearts.

Introductory Considerations 1. "Today is Reformation Sunday." With these four words I may already have lost many of your listening ears. Why do we need to talk about something that happened 400-500 years ago? We don’t want a history lesson or a theological debate. 2. Message of Reformation not a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Purpose: Worship Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006

As the Body of Christ we are to worship God because He, and He alone, is worthy of praise.

Our Purpose: Worship Text: Jn. 4:24; Eph. 5:19-20; Heb. 10:25 Introduction 1. Read Jn. 4:19-24 2. "Most people think of the church as a drama," Dr. James Kennedy said, "with the minister as the chief actor, God as the prompter, and the laity as the critic. What is actually the case is that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Methodist

Diversity In Unity

Contributed by Gary Birch on Jul 14, 2006

The Church is known as Christ’s body, but as in the body we are many parts, each with different roles and abilities. We need to celebrate our differences while keeping hold of the One who is central to us all.

(Note: English Preacher in an American Church!!) Peanuts by Charles Schultz: Lucy demanded that Linus change the channel on the TV, threatening him with her fist if he didn’t comply. “What makes you think you can walk in here and take over?” asks Linus. “These five fingers,” says Lucy. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-30

The Explosion Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 22, 2007

Exposition of Acts 2:1-13 about the moving of the Spirit of God on Pentecost

Text: Acts 2:1-13, Title: The Explosion of the Spirit, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/27/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Read portions of the accounts of the Great Awakenings in the 1730’s from Edwards B. Background to passage: As you know the disciples have been waiting and praying for 10 days on the promise ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"A Big Responsibility"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 20, 2005

We are the confessors of Christ who are called to witness to the world.

Matthew 16:13-20 1 Peter 2:4-10 “A BIG Responsibility” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org You’ve heard the jokes, someone dies and they meet Saint Peter at the Pearly Gates. In these jokes, Peter is the one who decides ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

When I Became A Man

Contributed by Nathaniel Roberson on Oct 1, 2004

This sermon tells us how we become real men in Christ Jesus.

WHEN I BECAME A MAN When did you become a man? If I were to ask that question to any of the men sitting in here, I am sure that I would get a myriad of answers. Why do you say that preacher? I know my brothers, and I know how they think. They have told me how hard it was back ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

We Cannot Function Without Unction Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 19, 2011

We need prayer and anointing to accomplish the work we have been given to do.

Why Revival Tarries Series, Part 1 Series based on Leonard Ravenhill’s work Why Revival Tarries You Cannot Function Without Unction May 11, 2011 A Why is it when we have a prayer meeting or a call to prayer, people feel as if that is a pass to stay home or stay away? 1 What could be more ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20

Denomination: Baptist

You Cannot Funtion Without Unction Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 15, 2011

The Lord loves it when His children are on their knees in prayer.

Why Revival Tarries Series, Part 1 Series based on Leonard Ravenhill’s work Why Revival Tarries You Cannot Function Without Unction May 11, 2011 A Why is it when we have a prayer meeting or a call to prayer, people feel as if that is a pass to stay home or stay away? 1 What could be more ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua: Follow The Leader (Continued) Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 7, 2010

Sermon 5 in the series. As the children of Israel prepare to enter the land, Joshua pulls aside his leaders and addresses them. He is honest about the challenges ahead. But he reminds them of their responsibility, and if they will be faithful, their rewar

Follow the Leader! CBC Joshua Series #5 Joshua 1:10-18 REVIEW: Introduction: Before moving into the text, where Joshua and Caleb and the Israelites will enter the land, let us not forget that Moses and all Israelites who had been over 20 years old at the Exodus will not enter the land. In ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

In Christ Alone

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 27, 2017

Is the Reformation over?

In Christ Alone “I AM the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father but by Me.” (John 14:6) I returned last week from a Keith and Kristyn Getty worship conference in Nashville. Perhaps their best known song is “In Christ Alone.” As we come to the 500th anniversary of the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nicodemus: The Scandal Of Grace

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Mar 12, 2017

The scandal of grace forces Nick to look for abundant life outside himself rather than within. Jesus challenges him to think outside the box; to allow God to regenerate him by his power.

During a British conference on comparative religions, experts from around the world debated what belief, if any, was unique to the Christian faith. They began eliminating possibilities. Incarnation? Other religions had different versions of gods appearing in human form. Resurrection? Again, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Other

How To Keep From Falling

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Mar 6, 2021

Once a person receives Christ as Savior, he must begin, then continue, in the Christian life

How to Keep from Falling Psalms 56:13 (KJV) For thou hast delivered my soul from death: wilt not thou deliver my feet from falling, that I may walk before God in the light of the living? A. Once a person receives Christ as Savior, he must begin, then continue, in the Christian life. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:13, Colossians 2:6-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Romans 5:10, Psalm 37:23-24, 2 Corinthians 11:4, Ephesians 4:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

By Participating In The Ministry Of My Church Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 20, 2015

Jesus’ design for His church is that…every member is a minister.

I know that many of you here this morning are really excited that football season is just around the corner. I know I’m looking forward to seeing how my favorite teams fare this season. As the season approaches, I’m reminded of how someone once described a football game: 22 men down on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Worn Down But Not Wore Out”

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 3, 2021

How many can say to themselves that they are tired. You are overwhelmed and worn down physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Today Church I want to talk to you about being “Worn Down but not Wore Out”.

Intro: How many can say to themselves that they are tired. You are overwhelmed and worn down physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Today Church I want to talk to you about being “Worn Down but not Wore Out”. We are living in one of the most glorious times in the history of the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:25