Sermons on Preference Driven Church:

The Church Beyond The Church Walls: Even Dead Dogs! Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Mar 25, 2014

Why Jesus saved me, I have NO idea. It surely wasn't because I was a good person. The story of David's love for his best friend Jonathan is shown in the love shown toward Jonathan's son Mephebosheth. This beautiful story shows how God saves anyone!

The Church Beyond The Church Walls Part II: Even Dead Dogs! Love God...Love Family...Love The Brotherhood...Love Others! We've been on a journey here at Resurrection for the past two months this being the ninth message in this series, Kindred United. The overarching idea is that we must, as a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-11

Denomination: Bible Church

The Church On Earth: What's Wrong With The Church?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme.

How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme. The church isn't doing this, the church isn't doing that! The church is failing because of this; the church sucks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Suffering Church (The Church Of Smyrna 2 Of 7)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 15, 2025

You will notice that of the seven churches that John addressed, he gave the least amount of space to the church of Smyrna.

All he had to say about the church of Smyrna he was able to cover in just four verses. However, we must not think less of this church, or feel they were insignificant just because there are less verses given to them. Why? Because there were only two of the seven churches ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12, Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Churches Of Revelation Lesson 5 - The Church At Thyatira Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Feb 29, 2024

This is the 5th lesson in this series.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, 1 Kings 16:30-32, 2 Peter 3:9, Psalm 41:3, 1 Corinthians 2:10, 1 Timothy 6:20-21, Hosea 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sent With Power: The Church’s Call To Heal And Preach Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 13, 2025

Explore what it means to be a commissioned disciple—sent to proclaim salvation, bring healing, and minister deliverance to a broken world.

Sent with Power: The Church’s Call to Heal and Preach Introduction Let me ask you a question: when you hear the word “commission,” what comes to mind? For many, it might suggest a military order, or perhaps a formal task delegated from someone in authority. But today, as we open the Scriptures, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 9:1-2, Mark 16:17-18, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Vision For His Church Series

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Aug 20, 2002

Sermon to cast vision around the 5 fold purpose of the church. Rediscover your purpose!

God’s Vision for His Church Intro: Write down what you think the purpose of the church is Doctors fix Bodies Mechanic fix cars What do churches fix?… Lives and souls God is asking us one question church… How’s Business??? We say Glen Elder Chrisitan Church his a place where God is seen.. Love is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Curing Church Conflict-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 21, 2011

2 of 3. James revealed the solution for conflict within the local church body. There is a known cure for conflict within the local church. But how is it challenged? The cure for church conflict is challenged by....

CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—II—James 4:1-17 Attention: A man limps into a hospital to have his foot X-rayed, & is asked to wait for the results. Some time later an orderly appears & hands the man a large pill. As he’s handed the pill, a mother with a small child in need of immediate attention enters & ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Curing The Monday Blues Series

Contributed by Charles Payne on Oct 15, 2025

A 7-minute charge to flip your week from drained to driven

CURING THE MONDAY BLUES A 7-minute charge to flip your week from drained to driven SEEING THE BIG PICTURE TEXT: Call to worship: “This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24) PROLOGUE: What day is Psalm 118.24 referring to specifically? It’s one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:22-24, Acts 20:7, Revelation 1:10, Psalm 31:15, Isaiah 26:3, Hebrews 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Prevent A Church Split Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2007

27th in a series from Ephesians. Our attitudes are the key to preserving unity in the church.

If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve probably noticed that there has been a lot of press lately about various church denominations that are facing possible splits over theological issues. Perhaps the most publicized battle recently has been within the Episcopal Church here in the United States ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Church That Made An Impact: How The Thessalonian Church Made An Impact Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 5, 2017

A discussion based study of 1 Thess. 1:1-10

The Church that Made an Impact: HOW the Thessalonian Church Made an Impact Series Series: 1 Thessalonians Chuck Sligh Oct-Nov, 2016 NOTE: This is the second lesson of an extended Bible study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. Each lesson includes discussion questions. Some are open ended questions ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Our Church Should Be

Contributed by Ron Holton on Oct 28, 2005

Defining what the New Testament church is, and what we should be today as a church

What Church should be Acts 2;42-47 I. The church should be devoted (42) II. The Church should be driven by the Holy Spirit (43) III. The Church should be together on the vision and committed to the mission (44) IV. The church should be generous (45) V. The church should be a church of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Constitution Of The Church Of The Living God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Importance of Structure in the Local Church -- not just do whatever you please, however you want; There are standards ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Supremacy Of Christ In The Church #1 Series

Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 19, 2003

Paul gives thanks for the church and his prayer for the church.

COLOSSIANS #1 (Much of the material comes from Barnes’ Notes, Electronic Database. Copyright (c) 1997 by Biblesoft.) COLOSSAE A city of commercial importance on the Lycus in Phrygia, about twelve miles above Laodicea. The most competent commentators think that the Christian church there was ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

6 Keys To Building A Church

Contributed by Rick Edwards on May 24, 2004

6 keys to motivating your church into becoming involved in church growth.

It’s going to be a special day today. Today is a celebration of a new beginning for Abundant Life Baptist Fellowship. It’s going to be a fresh beginning where everybody is going to be involved. Pastor Paul is the Senior Pastor, so he has a lot of responsibility, I have been asked to head up ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Church Tragedy: Devoid Of The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores navigating faith amidst worldly distractions, maintaining churches as sanctuaries of God's love, and fostering spirit-filled stewards for service.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a wonderful day to come together in the house of the Lord, to bask in His presence, to feel the warmth of His love and to seek His wisdom? His Word is our guide, our comfort, our hope, and our strength. It's a joy to be here with you, to share in this ...read more

Topics: Worldly Leadership