Sermons on Plan For Unity:

How To Be A United Church Series

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This is the third sermon in a series on Philippians. This sermon provides three steps for building a united church.

I. Introduction a. Today many churches are struggling because they are not united. For Example one church split of the issue of Adam and Eve’s belly button. b. Paul began his letter with the Building up of the church, and then he gave reasons for rejoicing, next he tells the church how to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Viviendo Una Vida Digna Del Evangelio

Contributed by Bryan Smith on Mar 18, 2003

Tenemos que aprender combatir por la fe del evangelio con una unidad valiente.

Viviendo Una Vida Digna del Evangelio Introducción: ¿Cómo puedo vivir una vida digna del evangelio? ¿Que significa esto para mi vida diaria? * En el año 1967 Doug Nichols, el Director Internacional de Action International Ministries, se encontraba en un sanatorio de la India. En aquel entonces ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:17-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bear With One Another Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2003

As we put up with each other, and forgive when we need to, the body will be built up. Is there anyone you need to bear with?

Bear With One Another I have some good news and some bad news this morning. The good news is that everyone who has received Jesus Christ is going to heaven. The bad news is that we’re traveling there together. It’s easy to get out of sorts with those around us, isn’t it? The story is told of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

How To Behave In Church Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

We’re to respect other believers and strive to live in peace with everyone. We’re also called to communicate what people need to hear, remembering to be patient with everyone.

How to Behave in Church I enjoy collecting bulletin bloopers. I’ve shared some in the past and have recently come across some brand new ones: Attend church and you will hear an excellent speaker and heave a healthy lunch. [I hope that’s not a reference to our potluck that follows the second ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Partners In Grace Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 29, 2002

We are to be partners in grace.

PARTNERS IN GRACE Galatians 2:1-10 S: Partnership Th: “Grace-Full Living” Pr: WE ARE TO BE PARTNERS IN GRACE. ?: What? Concerning what? KW: Matters TS: In our study of Galatians 2:1-10, we will find three matters in which we are to be partners in grace. The _____ matter in which we are to be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Very Modern Ancient City

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 12, 2003

The problems that plagued Corinth - immaturity, carnality, worldly influences, division, style wars and the like - are still present today. Find out the comparisons and how to find peace in God despite the world around us.

To hear an audio version of this message, please go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com. Imagine for me if you will, a city – bustling, modern – a major city with over six hundred thousand residents. In many ways – the city is the wealthiest, coolest, most multicultural city in the country. Trade from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Cloth Tearer Or Net Mender?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 14, 2003

We all know that division causes problems - but where does it really come from? Paul gives us insights and warnings that any one of us could be the cause of division in our church. Find out the qualities of a good and bad leader.

For an audio copy of this message, go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com 10 I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought. First off, I like how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Zeal For Peace

Contributed by Michael Bird on Apr 30, 2003

This sermon exposits Eph 4.1-6 contending that in view of their salvation the Ephesians are to zealously contend for the unity within the body.

Ephesians 4:1-6 (Zeal for Peace) Introduction Tradition claims that Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchure is built over the cave in which Christ is said to have been buried. In July 2002 the church became the scene of ugly fighting between the monks who run it. The conflict began when a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Other Sheep Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 5, 2003

Jesus speaks of drawing other sheep into his fold, thus calling us to be an inclusive, welcoming church.

Sermon for 4 Easter Yr B, 11/04/2003 Based on Jn 10:16 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “I have other sheep that do not belong to this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd.” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:16

Denomination: Lutheran

We're All In This Together

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 9, 2003

how we need to pray for each other and work together under the grace of God as we preach the Gospel

May 11, 2003 Acts 4:23-33 On their release, Peter and John went back to their own people and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said to them. When they heard this, they raised their voices together in prayer to God. “Sovereign Lord, you made the heaven and the earth and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-33

Denomination: Lutheran

We Love Our Church!

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Oct 21, 2002

A message of encouragement to celebrate the local church and its blessing to our lives and others.

WE LOVE OUR CHURCH Eph. 5:25; 1 Tim. 3:15 We live in a society that more and more minimizes the need and work of the local church. Some say that the church is no longer "relevant" but I believe that it is more relevant than any other institution or organization on the planet! The church is the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25, 1 Timothy 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming United

Contributed by Tony Dicostanzo on Oct 21, 2002

Living life with a Godly purpose can be challenging for each one of us individually, but much more so corporately. Are we up for the challenge? The rewards are certainly worth it!

Permission is granted to reproduce the following Sermon Outline for corporate worship distribution. The manuscript, which follows the outline, contains the text needed to complete the handout. For further sermon resources or help, contact Rev. A.S. DiCostanzo at ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In A Unified Church

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Oct 23, 2002

Even where there are disagreements, unity is a commitment to remain together.

Living In a Unified Church Ephesians 1:10; 4:1-3; Philippians 2:1-4; Colossians 3:5-15 Preached at the Laurel Church of Christ On October 20, 2002 Introduction: I. Illustration: Kids Playing Church A. Years ago, Leslie Flynn penned a book called, Great Church Fights. B. In it he chronicled the way ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:10, Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resolving Conflict

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 27, 2002

Dealing with what causes conflict in the church and how to resolve it.

1, September 2002 Dakota Community Church Resolving Conflict Introduction: Galatians 2:11-21 11When Peter came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face, because he was clearly in the wrong. 12Before certain men came from James, he used to eat with the Gentiles. But when they arrived, he began to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Mennonite

Who's Gospel Is It?

Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 10, 2002

Sermon explains that the Good News does not belong to a preacher, a church, or a denomination--it is the gospel of Jesus. Unity and humility are encouraged.

WHO’S GOSPEL IS IT? Have you have heard of T. D. Jakes? Charles Stanley? Rod Parsley? Creflo Dollar? Billy Graham? Kenneth Copeland? Kenneth Haggin? Cho Yonggi? Which one do you like best and why? We can be attracted to certain amongst this list based upon our personalities, our church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-13

Denomination: Pentecostal