Sermons on Love For Church:

Church Matters Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 13, 2022

In this introductory sermon to a series on 1 Timothy, we explore the relationship between Paul and Timothy and the reason that Paul wrote him this letter. Paul wanted to remind him of the way people should conduct themselves in God's household.

Introduction: A. How many of you like to watch home improvement shows on television, like Fixer Upper, Property Brothers, or Home Town? 1. We like to watch those shows in our household. 2. It’s amazing to see the home renovation those folks are able do with $100,000! Right? 3. But you know, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2, 1 Timothy 3:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disoder In The Church Series

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Sep 1, 2008

How we should handle disorder in the church.

TOPIC: DISORDER IN THE CHURCH Text: James 4:1-10 Introduction: (ILL. Wrong Attitude – Many of us Christians are like the little girl who started fighting with a friend. Her mother who heard about the quarrel talked with her little girl about it trying to show her she was wrong and her need of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marriage And The Church

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 11, 2015

The traditional vows between a man and a woman at the time of marriage are beautiful and full of self abandonment and commitment. We who are in the Church, are there because of a mutual commitment between Christ and ourselves, like marriage.

Marriage - what a wonderful creation of God! Just yesterday Pastor Karenlee and I were privileged to perform a marriage ceremony for two of our friends who live in Rochester! May the Lord bless their union and their lives. Jesus Himself believed in marriage. Listen to what He told the Pharisees ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-6

Denomination: Nazarene

The Path Of The Church

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 24, 2008

Simple directions to follow to keep the local body of the church Strong

The Path of the Church Acts 2:41-47 * Vv 42 - continued steadfastly: means not to leave or never forsake: forsake what? 1- The doctrine: teaching the principles of the religion 2- Fellowship: a group of people w/ the same interests 3- Breaking of bread: to come apart by ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lukewarm Church Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 30, 2012

A look at the last church of the 7, the lukewarm church, Laodecia

The Church at Laodecia Revelation 3:14-22 April 1, 2012 Today we’re looking at the final letter of the 7 letters Jesus wrote to the churches in the book of Revelation. Of the 7 churches, this was the most scathing and condemning. There were no positive words for the Laodecians. Laodecia ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Church Leaders Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 26, 2014

What qualities should church leaders have?

Several weeks ago we started our study of the Letter to Titus. We noted at the beginning of the letter that all Christians are to pursue godliness. A couple of weeks ago we celebrated Mother’s Day by going to Titus Chapter 2 to note specific instructions for women. Last week we looked at ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:6-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church: An Obligation Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 10, 2012

Five reasons we should be involved in our church

We all know people who find themselves in debt “up to their eyeballs.” The majority of the time it is due to their own foolish lifestyle. They seem to be constantly expecting someone to bail them out without any sacrifices on their part. Some feel that the sole purpose of the church is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:11-15

Denomination: Foursquare

Building The Church Series

Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006

This is the first message of a 5 part sermon series on the mission of our church.

INTRODUCTION: Mission Statement: The Redeeming River Church is a family of believers committed to preaching the cross with conviction, reaching the lost with compassion, and equipping the saints with the Word! Three results of not understanding the Mission. 1. Plateaued Growth - growth seems to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Open Church

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Sep 12, 2002

We come to church not as consumers of religion, but as a community of faith that is open to God, to one another, and to outsiders

The Open Church 1Peter 2:9-10 9But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. 10Once you were not a people, but now you are the people of God; once you had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: *other

The Church Of Tolerance

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 9, 2006

In our society today, tolerance is considered a virtue. But our definition of it has changed - and accepting and even applauding any and every practice will weaken and pollute our lives. Learn how to safeguard your church and your life from compromise.

When I read verses 18-29 I picture a church in turmoil - a good church with good people that has been infiltrated with those who would exploit weakness and draw off believers into immorality. The good people stand by and watch - and mourn. The church in Thyatira was small - and sometimes in a small ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Church To Die For Series

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Oct 16, 2008

The perspective that kept Paul from discouragement - a remarkable revelation of the gospel and a stunning picture of the church...

Introduction A company Director tells the story about a day when he and his wife stopped off at a petrol station. It was a run down station, with only one pump. It was an old fashioned petrol station and he asked the attendant to fill the tank and check the oil. Meanwhile he went for a little walk ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Loves An Unloving Church (Revelation 2:1-7) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 6, 2023

Answer: By "revealing" how he views them, and warning them, and giving them time to repent.

Let's start today by reading last week's passage, Revelation 1:9-20: (9) I, John-- your brother and partner in the affliction and in the kingdom and in the steadfastness in Jesus-- I was on the island called Patmos because of the word of God and the testimony about ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Psalm 82:1-8

Church Discipline

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 29, 2007

Sometimes a Church must discipline it’s members. The Bible gives us clear direction on handling this process.

Church Discipline At one time or another, a church may need to exercise discipline against a member who has sinned. Church discipline must always be handled carefully and lovingly, just as God discipline us. The Bible is clear on how this is to be handled. Situation Unintentional or private sin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Laodicean Church Series

Contributed by John Mccurry on Nov 28, 2007

The Laodicean Church

Thursday, April 13, 2000 The Laodicea Church Rev 3: 14-22 Re 3:15 I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. :16 So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth. Let’s notice first of all Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Homosexuality And The Church Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Aug 24, 2004

The Church must redemptively address the homosexual community.

Homosexuality and the Church Hot Potatoes the Church Wonft Touch #1 After I made the statement about the church not touching the issue, I realized some had. The Episcopalians voted a practicing homosexual as bishop, and others have dealt with it on a denominational level. However, I was thinking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-27

Denomination: Wesleyan