Sermons on purpose for church: showing 556-570 of 164,960

The Staff Series

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Jan 10, 2012

Paul wrote the book of Ephesians to encourage the church and to define the purpose of the church. So during these next few weeks, I would encourage you to do a study of Ephesians during your daily Bible reading.

The Staff A Study of Exodus 4:1-5 An Introduction to the series THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH I goggled “The purpose of the church.” There were only 22,600,000 results. Here is one I liked. “It has been taught that the purpose of the church can be broken up into the three ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

The Staff Series

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Jan 10, 2012

Paul wrote the book of Ephesians to encourage the church and to define the purpose of the church. So during these next few weeks, I would encourage you to do a study of Ephesians during your daily Bible reading.

The Staff A Study of Exodus 4:1-5 An Introduction to the series THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH I goggled “The purpose of the church.” There were only 22,600,000 results. Here is one I liked. “It has been taught that the purpose of the church can be broken up into the three ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

02 Pursuing What Matters: The Church At Birth Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 17, 2012

Features of the early church. 1. v. 3-4 - They Were In Fellowship With The Resurrected Jesus 2. v. 5 They Received The Promise Of The HS 3. v. 12-13 They Were Obedient To His Word 4. v. 14 They Were United In Spirit 5. v. 15-20 They Honored Th

- What do the disciples think will happen when they receive the SP? – (v. 6) - What are some major ways their idea of the kingdom differs from Jesus? – (v.7-8) - HS brings newness of life - What are the features of the early church? 1. v. 3-4 - They Were In Fellowship With The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3-25

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan For A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Dale Johnsen on Aug 22, 2002

God uses the local church to grow baby Christians into mature Christians.

God has designed His church to function like a loving family that you can invite people into. Church is not a place to issue edicts; church is a place to nurture growth. Church is a place for shepherds, not generals. Church is a place that exists for the purpose of helping people grow and mature ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The State Of This Church - 2011

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 10, 2011

This "State of the Church" is framed in many questions...the conclusion is that the ’State of this Church" is directly related to the "State of the Member’s Hearts."

The State of the Church – 2011 (What is the State of this Church) * This morning I begin with a true story. A man wakes up about 1am and is having difficulty breathing. He can breathe, but not take a deep breath. In fact, it almost feels Like someone is sitting on his chest. What does he do? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Lost In Wonder, Love, And Praise

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 26, 2008

We have a tendency to get lost in activities, especially church activities. The church that is worthy of getting lost in focuses on Christ, serves people, and calls for specific new commitments.

The other night I caught a TV show that featured people showing off the peculiar talents of their pets. One man brought a tiny little dog and proceeded to wind up its tail, sort of cranking the tail, much as you used to have to wind up a mechanical toy. Then he let go and the poor puppy ran round ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose And Design Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on May 20, 2007

The purpose of this message is to outline God’s purpose and design for the family and to encourage the church to return to our godly foundation.

THE BIBLICAL FAMILY: The Purpose & Design of Marriage Gen 2:18-25 INTRODUCTION: A. Psalm 127:1 Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. 1. Like never before in the history of America, our families ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Church? Series

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Feb 20, 2011

Jesus is the Pastor (the Good Shepherd) of His Church, which He loves and He is building into a glorious and powerful Church.

WHAT IS THE CHURCH? OPENING TEXT: “13 When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?" 14 So they said, "Some say John the Baptist, some Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." 15 He said to them, "But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: *other

The Message Of The Church Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 7, 2011

This sermon examines what the message of the church should consist of.

* The "real" message a church sends determines that church’s reputation - If always bickering and fighting, the message is sent: "We don’t like each other...or you." - If always doing things for self, the message is sent: "It’s all about us, not you." - If never reaching out, the message is sent: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Chastening Of The Church Series

Contributed by Ric Veal on Nov 29, 2011

We need healthy churches today!!!!

The Chastening of the Church 1 Peter 4:17-19 Introduction: What is the church? The called out ones! . Romans 8:1; 1 Corinthians 11:32 . Not condemnation, but purging and purifying. a. The Body of Christ - Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:11-13; 5:23-28 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Duties Of The Church Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 30, 2013

Though these are not the only duties of the the church, this sermon reminds us that the church has the duties to WIN people; TEND to people; MEND people and SEND people.

Duties of the Church Sermon 4 in the series “Church Matters" Chuck Sligh July 28, 2013 TEXT: Turn to Matthew 28 INTRODUCTION Opening Illustration – Firemen Illustration (USE THREE VOLUNTEERS) All given chores to do while waiting for the opportunity to put out a fire for regular ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Comfortable Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 3, 2011

The church at Sardis had become arrogant and thus comfortable with their ’church.’ The result was compacency, apathy, and death. This should be a warning for churches today.

The Comfortable Church Revelation 3:1-6 * Having read about this church and preached this text many times, I have labored over the proper name for this church. Terms like dead, decaying, or dying, as well as confused, contented, or cozy, were tops on my list. However, comfortable is the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Living Life With Purpose, On Purpose Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 7, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides and Cell Study Notes freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Finding God’s purpose and living to fulfill it - starting where you are with what you are doing....

Series - "Living Life to the Full" Living with Purpose on Purpose (LTF-04) Eph. 1:9-12 There is an abundance, these days, of pop-psychologists hawking their self-help seminars on the sidewalks of almost every sphere of life. Gurus of every ilk flood the internet selling their secret formulas and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-12

Denomination: *other

What Kind Of Church Is This Church Going To Be?

Contributed by Stephan Kirby on Nov 16, 2011

Establishing what church should really be about according to scripture.

What Kind of Church is This Church Going to Be? Pastor Stephan Kirby Ekklesia Christian Life Matthew 16:13-20 13 When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?" 14 So they said, "Some say John the Baptist, some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian Church

What If Church Were A Verb? Series

Contributed by Clair Sauer on May 27, 2010

In order to shine brightly for Christ, we have to gather at church to be renewed and recharged as the church, we are also made to be out in the world working as Christ's presence today!

Despite all appearances and evidence to the contrary, I was not always a perfect young lady (ha); not even close, really. And one of the phrases that sometimes got tossed in my direction in those less-than-perfect moments as a child was, “Act your age!” Now, it was never the case that I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist