Sermons on Polynesian Churches:

"Seven Dwarfs In The Church”

Contributed by James Owens on May 18, 2007

There are 7 SPIRITUAL dwarfs that are found in today’s CHURCH…

“Seven Dwarfs in the Church” TEXT: Numbers 13:25-33 “And they returned from searching of the land after forty days. And they went and came to Moses, and to Aaron, and to all the congregation of the children of Israel, unto the wilderness of Paran, to Kadesh; and brought back word unto them, and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:25-33

Denomination: Church Of God

Antioch: A Model Church

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

Is there a model church for us to pattern after? Any search for a model Church must inevitably begin in the New Testament.

ANTIOCH: A MODEL CHURCH Acts 11:19-30 INTRO: Any search for a model Church must inevitably begin in the New Testament. Generally speaking, the Jerusalem Church is considered the first Church, and we are indebted to it for many reasons. The influence of the Church in Jerusalem waned, however, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna: Persecuted Church Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 31, 2007

Seven Letters to Seven Churches (2nd in series).

SMYRNA: PERSECUTED CHURCH Revelation 2:8-11 INTRO: The church at Smyrna was a church under pressure, a suffering church, a church under tremendous persecution. The word Smyrna is translated elsewhere at MYRRH. The kings gave to the infant Jesus gold, frankincense and myrrh. Myrrh was a gum ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Church Organization Charge

Contributed by Bruce Allen on May 31, 2007

The "Purpose of the Church" - an Organization Charge brought to Friendship Baptist Church - New Albany, IN

Friendship Baptist Church Organization Charge The Purpose of the Church Acts 16:6-10 6 Now when they [Paul, Silas, and Timothy] had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia. 7 After they had come to Mysia, they tried ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

"Waht It Means To Be Church"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 2, 2007

The meaning of relationship and community within the church.

Acts 2:42-47 “What It Means to be Church” by: Rev. Ken Sauer Grace United MEthodist Church, 9833 Hixson Pike, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn Have you ever felt lonely, even when you are surrounded by a large crowd of people? Have you ever moved to a new town or headed off to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: United Methodist

Bold Teaching In The Church

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

Three reasons why the teaching ministry of the church is indispensable.

BOLD TEACHING IN THE CHURCH Acts 2:42; 2 Timothy 2:2; Acts 5:42 INTRO: Professor W. L. Phelps of Yale University once said, “I thoroughly believe in a university education for both men and women, but I believe that a knowledge of the Bible without a college course is more valuable than a college ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Mission Minded Church Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jul 16, 2007

To show the importance of the church getting active in missions. Particularly within the body of Chirst.

THE MISSION MINDED CHURCH Acts 11:27-30 My brothers and my sisters, this text is showing us the importance of being mission minded. If there is anything, we can take away from this text, it would be that we the church should not only be willing, but determined to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Why Be Part Of The Church Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 18, 2007

21st in a series from Ephesians. Being part of the church is about far more than meeting my own needs and desires.

This week I came across an interesting website called Churchshoppers.com. Here is what that site claims they can do for you: Finding the right home church is one of the most important decisions you will make for you and your family. Your place of worship needs to inspire, encourage and challenge ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Paradigm Shift In The Church

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Jul 22, 2007

Here is the Paradigm shift of the first church and the Paradigm shift needed of our church today! I. A CHANGE OF CONTROL - POURING v17 & 33 II. A CHANGE OF COMMUNICATION PREACHING 17-18 III. A CHANGE OF CHALLENGE PASSION 40...

In Dallas I worked for a furniture company that sold over a half a billion dollars worth of furniture a year. As it was growing and before I got there, the owner was influenced by a “new age” motivational speaker. The guy convinced him to put all of the sales people through a “life changing” 2 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Design And Function Of The Church

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

Examines the purpose of the church and believer’s individual responsibility.

THE DESIGN AND FUNCTION OF THE CHURCH - Matthew 16:13-20 In preparation for this message, I did a study and found that the first time the word “church” is used in the Bible is in the passage we just read. Matthew 16:18 is the first verse in the Bible where we find the word “church” used. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Church Expansion In Antioch Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 31, 2007

This sermon calls the laity into action. The work is too great for the clergy alone. The laity must get involved, share their stories and watch God do the rest!

Subject: Church Expansion In Antioch Acts 11:19-21 Introduction: The early Christian Church grew rapidly as the Holy Spirit guided it through conflict, prejudice and crisis. It seems that none of the Jews including Peter really understood that God would bring salvation to the whole world. During ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of A Forgiving Church

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 12, 2007

This is a very short but powerful message about a church practicing forgiveness. A church that can not forgive cant grow.

The Power of a Forgiving Church Acts 2:14/Matthew 18:15-17/Mark 11:25/Ephesians 4:30-32 Intro: Look at a United Church They were all of one accord (Acts 1:14) They were praying together in one place (Acts 2:1) They were of one heart and soul (Acts 4:32) This church Had Many Potential ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Is A True Church? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 18, 2007

How does one distinguish a true church from a false church? This sermon examines three marks that define a true church of Christ.

Scripture Last week I began a short series of sermons on the topic of the church. Jesus is building his church. All over the world, whether in urban or rural areas, in densely or sparsely populated areas, or in places hostile or friendly toward Christianity, Jesus is building his church. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wonderful Church Leadership

Contributed by James May on Aug 19, 2007

The church leadership will determine the direction and spirituality of the church. Let’s pray that we have the right leaders in these last days.

The Wonderful Church Leadership Sunday, August 19, 2007 – PM By Pastor Jim May 3 John 1-14 Have you ever wondered what kind of spiritual giants led the early churches? These men and women of God were called by God to lead the baby church to fulfill the Great Commission. It had been only a few ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Guarding The Church's Reputation Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Aug 20, 2007

4th in a series from 1 Timothy. Because God wants purity in the lives of Christians to draw others to the truth of His love, we must take spiritual infections seriously!

Sermon Notes Lessons for a Healthy Church: Guarding the Church’s Reputation 1 Timothy 3:14-4:16 Introduction: A long running ad campaign for a particular brand of soap declares that it is “99 44/100% Pure.” Pure what? How did it get that way? Did it just happen by chance? Does nature produce bars ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ