Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times
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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
When one is told that their faith is great, it bears our study and meditation. What were the marks of this Canaanite ladies’ faith? There are at least four marks of great faith!
The Marks of Great Faith Matthew 15:21-28 Jesus Christ did not exaggerate or mince words. He spoke the truth and the truth alone. When He applauds someone’s faith as "great," then it ought to make us take notice. Only twice, both with Gentiles, does Jesus Christ call someone’s faith "great." ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28
Denomination: Baptist
If we hope to make a difference in our churches, we need to know what a healthy church looks like. More important, we need to know how sick churches can be made well. bgv
A study of ‘Marks of a Spiritually Healthy Church’ of Christ #1 Marks of a Healthy Church What We Expect and What We Should Know Play a word game with me. What comes to your mind when you read the word church? Do you picture a steepled building, dark wooden pews, crosses, offering plates? Do you ...read more
Scripture: Mark 2:17
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Irrespective of our denominations, we can only validate the genuineness of our Christian Faith from the evidence of the scriptures.
THE MARKS OF A TRUE BELIEVER TEXT: MARK 8:34-38 " And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever ...read more
Scripture: Mark 8:34-38, Matthew 10:37
Denomination: Pentecostal
Within the necessary unity of the church, there is also beneficial diversity. Such unified diversity seems like a paradox, but in reality, it is a thing of beauty. Healthy churches must strive to promote unity and diversity at the same time.
Marks of a Healthy Church Ephesians 4: 11-16 In the preceding verses of chapter four, Paul has spoken about the unity that is necessary within the body of Christ in order for the church to be effective in daily life and service unto the Lord. Within this necessary unity, there is also beneficial ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16
Are you joyful, thankful and submissive? Then you are being controlled by God’s Spirit. This filling is a continual experience, for we constantly need to be filled with God’s all sufficient, inexhaustible supply of spiritual power if we are to continually
Opening illustration: Story of a famous oil field called Yates Pool ~ During the depression this field was a sheep ranch owned by a man named Yates. Mr. Yates wasn’t able to make enough on his ranching operation to pay the principal and interest on the mortgage, so he was in danger of losing his ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Marks that show a true Christian.
MARKS OF A TRUE CHRISTIAN The best authority on marks of a christian would the apostle Paul. The roman beating alone accounts for 195 scars. Not counting 3 beatings with rods at Lystra . These left marks of his faithfulness to the believer untill his death. ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 6:17
With what God has entrusted to us, are we faithful not only as individuals but as a church toward God. Are we willing to faithfully pursue Him and walk with Him no matter what! God put the church in the world; Satan tries to put the world in the church. Be faithful!
Opening illustration: I wonder what Christ or even the apostle Paul would say if they were to visit our churches today. What a beehive of activity! Committees, programs, entertainment without end. But worship is often downplayed, services are cut back, prayer meetings are eliminated. Some call ...read more
Scripture: Colossians 2:1-8
The Study Of Matthew and Mark
The Study Of Matthew and Mark 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: Matthew Matthew is the first book in the New Testament. It has twenty-eight chapters. It covers ...read more
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16
Denomination: Foursquare
Marks of Holiness
10 MARKS OF HOLINESS Written by: Bro Rodney A. Fry ~ Pastor New Hope Baptist Church - Conway God does many wonderful things in our spiritual walk with Him as we bring His plan to reality in our lives. God works with us as individuals, so no two believers’ experiences with God will be identical. ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 44:3
This sermon encourages believers to let go of the past, persevere in faith, and passionately pursue God's purpose, looking forward to His promises.
Welcome, beloved, to our time of worship and fellowship in the Lord's presence. I trust that His grace has been sufficient for you through the week and that you are eager to hear from Him today. We gather here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because we are drawn by the ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14
Topics: Confession, Deliverance
The Church at Jerusalem serves as a model for every church on what God expects His churches to look like.
Acts 2: 41-47 The Marks of a Great Church The Church at Jerusalem serves as a model for every church on what God expects His churches to look like. The Church at Jerusalem was not seeking after greatness, but she attained it because each member did what God called ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:41-47
he woman went to the tomb when the sun had risen (Mark 16:2) to signify an arrival of a new day and a new age. In Mark, Jesus is primarily human, though elevated to his rightful place at God’s right hand (Mark 16:19).
Mark 16 Resurrection Narrative in Mark Introduction: The Gospel of Mark presents Jesus Christ as the Son of God (Mark 1:1). He divides his presentation into two parts; in the first half, Peter confesses that Jesus is Christ (Mark 8:29), and in the second half, a Roman centurion confesses that ...read more
Denomination: Methodist
We need to be Mature Christians!
"MARKS OF CHRISTIAN MATURITY" Dr. Dennis Deese - Fan The Flame Ministries, Inc. ACTS 15:1- 35 God has recorded for us what I believe to be one of the most critical moments in the history of the church. The exciting thing about it is that while it begins with dissension (15:1-2) it ends with a ...read more
Scripture: Acts 15:1-35
Jesus was the only resurrection that could be called a cure, for it was a permanent victory over death, and, therefore, the resurrection of Jesus was the ultimate healing.
Pat Boone in his book A Miracle A Day Keeps The Devil Away tells of some very spectacular examples of the hand of God in history. His friend Tay Garnett, who is a film director, was showing the stunt driver in a mountain chase scene what he wanted. He drove the car right up to the edge of the ...read more
Scripture: Mark 16:9-20
What does it mean to be a Christian?
Matthew 28:18-20, John 13:34-35 What does it mean to be a Christian? Is it just a label, a title, or a cultural identity? The Bible gives us a clear answer. A Christian is not just someone who claims to believe, but someone who lives out their faith in a way that honors God and transforms their ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, John 13:34-35
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