Sermons on Measuring:

The Necessity Of Unity Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 5, 2017

After one gains entrance to the church through the Door of Opportunity, what is expected next? Every believer is gifted to serve within the church, for the edifying of the body and the glory of God. We must be united and work together to fulfill the work.

The Necessity of Unity Ephesians 4: 11-16 Last week we began the series: Church – A New Testament Model. We looked at the means of entrance into the church through Christ the Door. This opportunity is available by grace through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Once entry into the church, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Dividends Of Life Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 21, 2018

Following His encounter with the rich, young ruler, Jesus discussed the difficulty of salvation for those distracted by pleasures. We are making an investment in something that eventually will pay dividends. Invest wisely!

The Dividends of Life Mark 10: 23-31 Our text today reveals the benefit of expositional Bible study – considering the Scriptures verse by verse, line by line. While it would be possible to grasp the truth of this text without such an approach, it bears more weight when considered in the context of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

"Wisdom Regarding Marriage - Selecting A Good Spouse" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 30, 2018

Factoring God into your marriage should start before you say "I do."

An old couple came to a judge seeking a divorce after 80 years of marriage. The judge asked, “Bill, Mary, why in the world are you seeking a divorce at your age? Bill, you’re 98; and Mary, you’re 96. Why in the world are you seeking a divorce now?” The couple looked at each other and then replied ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Windows Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Aug 15, 2018

God often brings deliverance to His people through unusual ways and often through unusual people.

THE WINDOWS OF HEAVEN 2 Kings 7:1-20 2 Kings 6:24-25 24 Now it came about after this, that Ben-hadad king of Aram gathered all his army and went up and besieged Samaria. 25 There was a great famine in Samaria Aram’s army has surrounded Samaria in a siege for a long time. Their supplies are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why I Don't Have A "Vision" Or "5 Year Plan" For Our Church

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 13, 2018

This is an abbreviated sermon used after my annual pastor's report to the congregation explaining why we do not have a written "business plan" for church growth. Instead it lays out the 3 foundational steps the Lord has put in my heart as I serve here.

If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Romans 12:4-5 “Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-8, Jude 1:1-4, 1 Corinthians 3:6-8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Type Of Servant God Needs

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 5, 2013

Are you the type of servant God needs you to be? In this message let us see 7 servant types that Paul encouraged Timothy to be in order to serve God successfully.

II Timothy 2 Intro: Serving God is a great privilege for anyone. Timothy proved to be a great servant in so many ways and in our text, we learn just how great of a servant he had become. Through Paul's encouragement, Timothy saw 7 descriptive titles for a servant and it would be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Safe Zone Vs Faith Zone

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 28, 2015

Often we allow problems to define who we are and where we are. There is a river of possibilities flowing from the altar of God. Joy is not freedom from problems, but releasing God's plan.

THERE IS A RIVER --- SAFE ZONE VS FAITH ZONE? PROBLEMS ARE OPPORTUNITIES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION: DO WE ALLOW PROBLEMS TO DEFINE OUR LIMITATIONS... Have you ever seen a dog that has been chained all his days? There is a dirt ring around his house. He has ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Marks Of A Healthy Church

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 20, 2024

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

Denomination: Baptist

Walk This Way.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 12, 2024

The apostle speaks of being a prisoner for the Lord, and then he beseeches all of the followers of Jesus, to walk in love and unity, which is the seal of the new covenant.

Walk This Way. Ephesians 4. The apostle Paul now leaves the great new testament doctrine of Ephesians chapter 1 through chapter 3. And now the reader is to venture own into a land, a land of practicality and doing this Word. -This great doctrine! Ephesians is one of the apostle Paul’s prison ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessed And Chosen By God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

The sermon explores the abundant blessings from God, the call to live blamelessly, and the joy of gratitude derived from our union with Christ.

Good morning, dear friends. I am so grateful to see each one of you here today, gathered together in the house of our Lord, ready to receive His Word. It is such a joy to be in your presence, and I am deeply humbled to share with you the insights the Lord has given me from the book of Ephesians. We ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-4

Topics: God's Blessings, Chosen People

Bad News? We Do Not Well!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 28, 2024

I tell my personal battle with cancer. We do not well sitting here in seasons of trouble. God can use anyone that gets up and tries. Get up! Let's go.

BAD NEWS? WE DO NOT WELL? WE SERVE THE GOD THAT REIGNS EVEN OVER THE BAD NEWS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) *DOUBT: a feeling of uncertainty, lack of conviction, fear, afraid, to question, wavering, no assurance, to cast shadows, human reasoning greater ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-5, 2 Kings 7:17-20, Amos 8:1-2, 2 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Corn Of Wheat

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 8, 2006

We must become like the corn of wheat before we can bring forth fruit in our lives. We must also be willing to become as an corn of wheat and have our lives hid in Christ. Let the world see Jesus living in us. Let our lights shine. (John 12:24 KJV) Veri

CORN by tony abram 11 Jan. 1996 (John 12:24 KJV) Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abideth alone: but if it die, it bringeth forth much fruit. (John 12:25 KJV) He that loveth his life shall lose it; and he that hateth his life in this world ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-26

Receiving A Blessing Form The Lord Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 9, 2007

Helps people understand that we miss out on God’s blessings when we do not give to him.

Title: How to receive a blessing from God Theme: To help people understand that we miss out on God’s blessings when we do not give to him. Text: Malachi 3:7-17 Today I would like to talk to you about giving. If there is one thing that is common between the Israelites and Christians it is ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-17

Denomination: Church Of God

The Battle Between The Rich And The Poor Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 14, 2007

To show that God has a way to equalize things when it comes to money

Title: The Battle between the Rich and the Poor Theme: To show that God has a way to equalize things Text: James 5:1-11 It seems to be that there is a battle that has been going on since the beginning of time. It is the battle between the haves and have nots. This is why Satan tempted Eve, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Having An Experince With Jesus

Contributed by George Smith on Jan 17, 2002

Have you had an Experince with Jesus?

(INTRO) Experiencing Jesus, what is that like? What does it feel like to touch Jesus or to have Jesus to touch you? To know how it feels to have the Son of God to minister to your Heart, your soil and your needs. Great thought right, well it is not just a thought or a fantasy or a dream, but a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational