Sermons about Merged Congregations

The Baptism Of Jesus - Going Deeper Into Service

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 20, 2007

based on 11 ratings

| 4,777 views

A short talk encouraging the congregation to see that God wants us to become more like Jesus.

Matthew 3: 13-17 Are there some things that we would never expect the Queen to have to do? I guess we wouldn’t expect her to be on the ‘phone arranging all of her appointments because she has a secretary to do that. If she attends a major engagement – perhaps as the Patron of a charity – and there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Anglican

Consistency Is Hard Work

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Oct 30, 2007

based on 7 ratings

| 17,429 views

Want to make the congregation grow? Here is the solution to the problem. It is not talent, effort, or programs, it is a lack of consistency.

CONSISTENCY IS HARD WORK TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 15:58 THEME: CONSISTENCY IS THE KEY FOR GROWTH Every morning I try to get up at 6:00am to go to the gym to work out. I have been doing this in Waynesboro for the last 3.5 years. The key in working out is consistency. You have to get up every day ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Vision

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 11, 2007

| 2,444 views

This is the vision statement given by me at Church at the Mission before the congregation vote for the new Lead Pastor.

Matthew’s Vision Statement for Church at the Mission (CATM) – November 11, 2007 I’ve been asked to share a little about my vision for CATM. Vision is an important thing. God says that without a vision, the people perish. Vision is partly a dream, partly a goal or objective; it is partly a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brethren, Pray For Us

Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 16, 2008

| 4,394 views

Pastors need prayer and encouragement, but it is important for the congregation to first KNOW what pastors actually do.

Brethren, Pray For Us I Peter 5:1-4 Acts 20:28-31 Ephesians 4:11-13 Purpose: To explain the responsibilities that pastors have. Aim: I want the listener to select pastors wisely and pray diligently for them. INTRODUCTION: I have a two fold purpose for reviewing what the Bible teaches about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Found Faithful

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 21, 2008

based on 4 ratings

| 5,087 views

A short sermon encouraging my congregation to remain faithful as they celebrate their 48th year of ministry.

(adapted from a message by Darrel Land) SPECIAL DAY: HOMECOMING AT FCC-MARTINSVILLE TEXT: MATTHEW 25:14-30 TITLE: “FOUND FAITHFUL” OPEN: A. What is “Homecoming” at a church all about? 1. Traditionally, homecoming celebrations look back at the past ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gate Has A Pathway For The Sheep To Follow

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 15, 2005

based on 36 ratings

| 4,811 views

This sermon touches on what members of a congregation - the sheep - are to look for in a shepherd and how they are to respond to a faithful one.

April 17, 2005 John 10:1-10 1 “I tell you the truth, the man who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. 3 The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

How Big Is Your God?

Contributed by Brandon Hatfield on Jun 1, 2007

based on 8 ratings

| 8,586 views

This sermon will help your congregation begin to grasp the enormity of God by discussing a few of His characteristics

WGCC How Big Is Your God? Isn’t it amazing to see how things can change so drastically in a short amount of time? I mean you hear people talk about the good ‘ol days. A time when things were supposedly better than they are now, I assume people here in Illinois ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loving God More In The New Year

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 1, 2006

based on 18 ratings

| 6,017 views

Sermon given on January 1, 2006 to challenge the congregation to love God more in the New Year.

Loving God More in the New Year Matthew 22:34-39 Interviews and polls taken in America reveal that a high percentage of Americans, 85%, say they believe in God or a higher power. If you walked downtown on the streets of San Jose and asked the question – “What do you believe about God?” You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-39

Denomination: Free Methodist

Adonai

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 8, 2003

based on 35 ratings

| 5,562 views

To call on the congregation to make God the Lord of their lives. To discuss the meaning of God’s Name - Adonai

Adonai Genesis 15:2 Purpose Statement: To call on the congregation to call God the Lord of their lives. Background In chapter 14, Abram has returned from battle and rescued Lot. Abram refers to God as Lord (Jehovah) God Most High (El Elyon). But, this is the first time he acknowledges God as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:2

Denomination: Baptist

Diversity In The Church

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 11, 2012

| 5,804 views

Leadership in the congregation is to reflect the Lord’s choice rather than seeking diversity as defined in the world.

“The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task. Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Being Encouragers, Equippers And Trainers Of Children, Youth And Families Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 14, 2012

based on 1 rating

| 8,585 views

A sermon that focuses on the congregation and individual members being encouragers, equippers and trainers of children, youth and families

This week we explore what it means for us as individuals and God’s congregation to be encouragers, equippers and trainers of children, youth and families… Today’s reading from Mark 10:13-14 highlights how the Christian faith is different from many views in the world about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Together We--24th Pastor's Anniversary

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 7, 2013

based on 1 rating

| 40,004 views

This sermon emphasizes that the congregation and pastors worked together for 24 years to accomplish God's goals for the church.

Together We GNLCC 24th Anniversary 3/4/13 Nehemiah 2:11-18 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Today we celebrate having served here as your pastors for the past 24 years. We entitled our sermon “Together We”, because our journey has not been about us as pastors, but about what God has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Survival Mode

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 26, 2009

based on 6 ratings

| 11,731 views

An attitude of just getting by has crept into too many congregations and evangelism has suffered as a result.

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1 – Title: “Survival Mode” Introduction: Let me start by Re - Stating the vision God gave me for this church many years ago, “I’m Doing An Unlikely Work, In An Unlikely Place, With An Unlikely People!” • God hasn’t changed! / When God says it, He will bring it to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ten Reasons For Connecting With A Church Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 2, 2009

based on 7 ratings

| 8,112 views

Sermon #1 of the Basics series deals with 10 reasons a person should connect with a local congregation.

Basics #1- The Church The Top 10 Reasons for Connecting with a Church Romans 12:6-21 CHCC: July 5, 2009 INTRODUCTION: The Top Ten things you’ll never hear in church: (present these the way they do on the late night TV show) 10 – Since we’re all here, let’s start the service early! 9 - Why ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Apathetic Believer Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 24, 2009

based on 1 rating

| 6,190 views

There are believers in the fellowship of the church that kill the fellowship and steal the joy of the congregation by NOT doing what they are called to do!

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 04, 2009 Date Preached: August 09, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Murder and Robbery in the Fellowship! Sermon Title: The Apathetic Believer! Sermon Text: 1 Cor 9:19-27 [HCSB] Introduction: About 3:20 AM on March ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

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