Sermons on Leaving The Church:

Tough Love In The Church

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 23, 2008

What is church discipline? When is it appropriate? How long does it last?

Matthew 18:15-17 1 Corinthians 5:1-11 1 Timothy 1:18-20 Titus 3:10-11 1. Illus. of teenager gone wild • Young man of about 18 went wild. • Would drink, do drugs, come home raging and tear up the place. • Would come to blows with mom and dad. • Finally, parents had to administer “tough love.” They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Church Organization Charge

Contributed by Bruce Allen on May 31, 2007

The "Purpose of the Church" - an Organization Charge brought to Friendship Baptist Church - New Albany, IN

Friendship Baptist Church Organization Charge The Purpose of the Church Acts 16:6-10 6 Now when they [Paul, Silas, and Timothy] had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia. 7 After they had come to Mysia, they tried ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Potter, The Clay, And The Church Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Nov 3, 2008

We know the role of the Potter and the role of the Clay, but what is the role of the Church? A revisit of the well known story as well as a study of the purpose of the church!

INTRODUCTION SERIES: “The Purpose of the Church” – Part 2 Part 1: Luke 14:25-35 “What Is the Cost of Discipleship” - All believers are called into Discipleship - There is a cost for discipleship - All called but b/c of cost, many are not willing or (prepared) to pay the price - Saw that One ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Tough Love In The Church

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 7, 2009

What does the Bible REALLY teach about church discipline?

TOUGH LOVE IN THE CHURCH Matthew 18:15-17 1 Corinthians 5:1-11 1 Timothy 1:18-20 Titus 3:10-11 1. Illus. of teenager gone wild • Young man of about 18 went wild. • Would drink, do drugs, come home raging and tear up the place. • Would come to blows with mom and dad. • Finally, parents had to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of The History Of The Church Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015

The Study Of The History Of The Church

The Study Of The History Of The Church Acts 8:1 (KJV) 1 And Saul was consenting unto his death. And at that time there was a great persecution against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered abroad throughout the regions of Judaea and Samaria, except the apostles. In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1

Denomination: Foursquare

Sardis - The Dead Church Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 24, 2003

Warner Sallman was a gifted American artist and illustrator. During WWII his popular and sympathetic Head of Christ inspired and comforted millions. More that 500 million copies of his portrait have been printed.

THE REVELATION OF JESUS SARDIS - THE DEAD CHURCH Revelation 3: 1-6 Warner Sallman was a gifted American artist and illustrator. During WWII his popular and sympathetic Head of Christ inspired and comforted millions. More that 500 million copies of his portrait have been printed. Among ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Is Called Into Session PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

To explore the role of the Holy Spirit in the Church, the power of Pentecost, and the significance of the Church being called into session, emphasizing that we are all integral parts of the church and it is through the Holy Spirit that we are sanctified and empowered.

Good morning, beloved friends. Today, we're going to delve into a topic of utmost significance, which is the role of the Holy Spirit in the Church, the Power of Pentecost, and the Church being called into session. As we explore these profound narratives, we'll be guided by the wonderful words of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Topics: Holy Ghost, Administer, Church

Two Ordinances Of The Church

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 30, 2025

We celebrate two ordinances in the church: 1. Water baptism and 2. Communion. Do we understand why? Let us check out the Bible.

TWO ORDINANCES OF THE CHURCH BY WADE MARTIN HUGHES, SR. KYFINGERS@AOL.COM (YouTube: WADE HUGHES) 1 THE FIRST ORDNANCE OF THE CHURCH IS BAPTISM IN WATER The ordinance of baptism by immersion is commanded by the Scriptures. Every believer must put a strong emphasis on water ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16, Matthew 26:26-30, Mark 14:22-25, Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My God Has Full Control

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 10, 2017

God is with us at all times.

MY GOD HAS FULL CONTROL Acts 12: 1 Now about that time Herod the king stretched forth his hands to vex certain of the church. 2 And he killed James the brother of John with the sword. 3 And because he saw it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to take ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Angels In The Church Age Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 3, 2006

Angels are all over the OT, the gospels, and Revelation. Why are they strangely absent during Paul’s epistles? Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

ANGELS IN THE CHURCH AGE Colossians 1:24-27 Rev. 2 & 3 talk about the ‘angels’ of the 7 churches, and the 7 candlesticks. The angels in that context are the pastors…the messengers, the leaders, not literal angels. Angels are present in the church age, and still very important, but on a very ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Fallacy Of The Perfect Church Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 14, 2012

THIS PASSAGE BEFORE US TODAY IS THE FIRST INTERNAL ATTACK ON THE EARLY CHURCH. THIS ATTACK SHOULD MAKE THE CURRENT CHURCH REALIZE THE WE, AS THE BODY OF CHRIST ARE NOT IMMUNE TO SUCH ATTACKS, AND THAT WE MUST BE ON GUARD SO AS TO PREPARE FOR AND DO OUR B

THE FALLACY OF THE PERFECT CHURCH The Peril of Deception Acts 5:1-11 Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. 2 With his wife's full knowledge he kept back part of the money for himself, but brought the rest and put it at the apostles' feet. 3 Then ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Spirit Filled Church

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 5, 2011

How is your spirit doing?

A SPIRIT FILLED CHURCH Acts2: 41Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

A Church-Equipping People Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 28, 2015

Our vision also includes helping one another mature, unite and serve through the presence and power of God's Spirit.

1. Who is better equipped? [PPT of Soldier with weapons and without; Football player with pads and without; Christian with armor of God and without 2. Vision and Mission -- Destination and Steps to get there a. God Led b. Outreach Centered 1) World Bible School opportunities 2) Other ways to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Churches Without Love

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 31, 2020

Reihold Niebuhr compared the church to Noah’s Ark, “If it were not for the storm on the outside, you could not stand the stink on the inside.

As Paul peeped through the window of the church at Corinth, he saw quarreling, jealousy, anger, selfishness, slander, gossip, conceit, and disorder. And it broke his heart. You might expect to hear of. 1. Places of employment without love. a. Just a number b. Just a tool to accomplish a task c. You ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:20

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna, The Suffering Church Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

The faithful of Smyrna suffered hardship, but they were spiritually prosperous and steadfast in their devotion to Christ.

"Smyrna-the Suffering Church" -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts. Sermon series on the Letters to the 7 Churches of Rev 2-3 When school report cards are issued, it’s can be a stressful time. Any assessment we receive is supposed to help us see our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-12

Denomination: Congregational