Sermons on Set Apart Church:

Making The Church Grow

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 14, 2003

There are certain Biblical things we must do in order for the church to grow.

I Corinthians 3:6 “I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God made it grow.” 1- LESS DEFENDING, MORE PREACHING I Peter 3:15, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8 2- LESS FEUDING, MORE LOVING Galatians 5:14-15, John 13:35 3- LESS SITTING, MORE SERVING James 1:22, Galatians 6:2, 9-10 4- LESS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of The Church- Prayer Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 14, 2003

Prayer is a very important purpose of the church.

INTRODUCTION • As we finish the purpose of the Church series, I hope that it has inspired some thinking from each one of us about what our purpose is and what we can do to better fulfill our purpose at ACC. • I want to finish this series with a purpose that does not seem like one that invokes a lot ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Game Plan For Church Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Aug 26, 2003

A description of the strategy of a church committed to these three purposes: love God, love the church, love the Lost.

BE052503 WHAT AM I HERE FOR? 4. GAME PLAN FOR A PURPOSE DRIVEN When more than a million Allied soldiers gathered on British soil at the beginning of 1944, their mission was clear: Beat the Nazis. But how was that going to happen? Churchill’s idea was to storm the beaches of ITALY, not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prevailing Power Of The Church Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 15, 2003

Last in 16 week series on 1 Corinthians. There is a terrible fire of evil in our world. God has called the church to put it out.

The Prevailing Power of the Church Slide 1 There is a terrible fire in our world… photo of fire and house This week is the second anniversary of the September 11th attacks on our country. 19 Men used airliners filled with people against the World Trade Center Towers and the Pentagon and over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bi-Polar Church

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Mar 14, 2004

In today’s churches we are suffering from bi-polar disorder. This sermon shows the symptoms and the cure.

THE BI-POLAR CHURCH Text: James 1:8 In the medical profession there is a disorder known as Bi-Polar Disorder. In this disorder the person experiences mood swings from extreme highs (Manic) to extreme lows (Depressive). They cannot tell when one of these swings will take place. While there is no ...read more

Scripture: James 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Church- Christ's Bride Series

Contributed by Kim Huffman on Mar 16, 2004

This sermon will compare marriage to the relationship Christ has with His church. It will also show how important it is to be ready when the bridegeoom comes.

Kim Huffman (1/25/4) Goshen Christian Church God’s Pattern for the Church #4 “THE CHURCH – CHRIST’S BRIDE” Matthew 25:1-13 INTRO. The church is very special to our Lord. He died to bring her into existence. His love for the church is what gives us hope. The special relationship Jesus has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Church That Is Blessed Of God!

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Mar 3, 2004

Challenging a local church to be committed to God.

THE CHURCH THAT IS BLESSED OF GOD Hebrews 13:1-9 Heb 13:1 Let brotherly love continue. 2 Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. 3 Remember them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Our Church Ordinances

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

or·di·nance Pronunciation Key (ôr dn- ns) n. 1. An authoritative command or order. 2. A custom or practice established by long usage. 3. A Christian rite, especially the Eucharist. 4. A statute or regulation, especially one enacted by a city g

or·di·nance Pronunciation Key (ôr dn- ns) n. 1. An authoritative command or order. 2. A custom or practice established by long usage. 3. A Christian rite, especially the Eucharist. 4. A statute or regulation, especially one enacted by a city government. Matthew 28 19 Go ye therefore, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church That Jesus Brags On Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jul 21, 2005

This is the sixth in a seven sermon series on the attitudes of the church mentioned in Revelation and how they can relate to the attitudes of church members.

The Church Jesus Brags On Revelation 3:7-13 I. The Christ of This Church (v. 7-8a) A. His attributes 1. He is holy - He is sinless (Hebrews 4:15, 7:26) - He is worthy of worship (Isaiah 6:3) 2. He is true - He is worthy of saving faith - He is worthy of total trust ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

What's Up With The Church

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Feb 4, 2009

WHY ARE PEOPLE STILL INVITING FOLKS TO CHURCH WITHOUT TELLIGN THEM THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH?

WHAT’S UP WITH THE CHURCH INTRO: WHY IS BEING PART OF A CHURCH SO IMPORTANT? 1: MEMBERSHIP A) TO BELONG B) TO BE PART OF SOMETHING C) THIS IS A CHRISTIAN CONCEPT IN IT’S ROOTS POINT: TODAY MEMBERSHIP IS USED MUCH DIFFERENTLY, MEMBERS GET HALF OFF OR GET THE BEST SEATS THEY HAVE AN ADVANTAGE OVER ...read more

Scripture: James 5:20

Denomination: Other

"The Church Of Laodocia"

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Feb 9, 2009

This message shows hoe the church of today can be like the church of Laodocia.

 1. Get in or get out 15 I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. Here is a church much like the church today - playing along and giving a semblance of religion. 2Ti 3:5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. He ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Measure Of A Great Church Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 20, 2009

What is the measure of a great church?

Text: Colossians 1:3-14 Title: The measure of a great church. Introduction A.The apostle Paul was always thanking God for the Colossian church. (v3) “We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you… B.The reason being: It was such a great church. (v6) “All over ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Prayer For God's Church Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2009

To see God inject the essence of this prayer into the church and to encourage His people to seek His will.

FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST “THE PRAYER FOR GOD’S CHURCH” Colossians 1:9-12 INTRODUCTION: A. Last week we started our study through the letter of Paul to the Colossians 1. Paul began by praising them for their love of Christ 2. He spoke of their faith, love and hope in the gospel 3. And ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Dispute And Debate In The Church

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 12, 2008

From this text, we get a few ideas of what to do whenever disputes arise in the church. 1- Legalism always leads to trouble 2- Trouble should be handled by the leaders 3- Leaders must always follow God’s Spirit

INTRO.- ILL.- A married couple were arguing with one another. The husband said, "Don’t you remember promising to love, honor and obey me?" His wife, "Yes, but what else could I do, I was in church!" ILL.- A wife said, "Dear, could I have some spending money?" Husband, "Money, money, money. If ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is The Mission Of The Church? Series

Contributed by Doug Gregory on May 11, 2008

What is the Church? Why are we here?

What is the “Church”? It is not… …a building. …a denomination. Matthew 16:13-20 NASB Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, He was asking His disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" (14) And they said, "Some say John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; but ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational