Sermons on Successful Church:

Wisdom's Shouts Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 9, 2011

Here true wisdom is the revealing of the mind of God. Wisdom is shouting out to humanity and humanity seems to pay her no mind. But the real question is are you hearing and responding to wisdom's call?

PROVERBS 1:20-23 WISDOM'S SHOUTS Wisdom is depicted as a beautiful and noble queen standing in the crowded plaza of humanity. There she lifts up her lovely and authoritative voice to those passing by. The personification here of wisdom was meant to give some kind of tangibleness to what ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:10-23

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Plan For His People Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 18, 2012

1. Rejecting God’s way leads to a sick society (vs. 1-4). 2. God wants His servants to stand in the gap (vs. 5-7). 3. God has a heavenly purpose for our earthly success (vs. 8-9 & 12-17). 4. The right choice changes everything (vs. 17).

For Such a Time as This Part 2: God’s Plan for His People Esther 2:1-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 27, 2012 *Last week we began to look at this story of Esther that took place almost 500 years before Jesus was born. The Jews had begun to go home after 70 years of ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Reveal Himself. Series

Contributed by Dr Kory Letoa on Sep 22, 2011

TURNING FAILURE INTO SUCCESS.

HOW JESUS SHOWED HIMSELF John 21:1-14 After His resurrection no one could see Jesus through mere curiosity or by accident. Neither Mary nor the two men who walked with Him on the way to Emmaus knew Him till He revealed Himself to them. None but disciples ever saw Him in His resurrection body. The ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

The Reason For Joseph’s Greatness.

Contributed by William Tan Yh on Jul 5, 2020

Joseph was a great man not only when he finally became second in command in Egypt. It was also not because he overcome all odds to become a powerful man. But because he is the same person throughout his life whether he was a slave, a prisoner or a governor. He was a man who trust in the Lord.

Many people find the story of Joseph in Genesis to be very inspiring. Why is that so? There are many who are inspired by his faith to believe and trust God. Most probably, many people have experienced similar treatments, hurts, betrayal, injustice which he had gone through. When Joseph was in ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning – The Church’s Home And What Lies Ahead - Part 8 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 17, 2023

Our entire life as a Christian will be exposed in the judgement and all those years of being a Christian will be subjected to the test of fire. There you stand and the fire tests your works. What will the fire leave behind? Will it be precious or will it be ashes? Building on the foundation.

SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING – THE CHURCH’S HOME AND WHAT LIES AHEAD - PART 8 [1]. THE CHURCH’S HOME - INTRODUCTION Maybe in this next posting in the series I might say some things that are new to you, but just follow along and search out these scriptures. Very little these ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:8-10, Psalm 16:10, John 3:13, Romans 14:10, 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 10:42, Revelation 19:11, Revelation 20:6-7, Revelation 21:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Can Help You Overcome The Fear Of Fruitfulness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps you overcome your fear of becoming too successful by reminding you that God gives the victory, the fruit and the growth of the church.

Illustration:After a preacher died and went to heaven, he noticed that a New York cabdriver had been given a higher place than he had. "I don’t understand," he complained to St. Peter. "I devoted my entire life to my congregation." "Our policy is to reward results," explained St. Peter. "Now ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Jealousy Of The Leaders Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 14, 2017

But not everyone was happy with the success of the Church. The religious establishment that had opposed the ministry of Jesus, and then crucified Him, took the same hostile approach toward the Apostles.

November 21, 2013 Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Topic #II: The Church in Jerusalem, Acts 2.1-8.3 Subtopic D: Struggle from Within and Without (Acts 5.1-6.7) Subtopic 2: The Sanhedrin and the Apostles (5:12-42) Lesson II.D.2.b: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Baptist

Knock Down, Not Out Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Aug 14, 2015

We are call to be faithful, not successful

August 9, 2015 Church Planting Knocked Down, Not Out Acts 14:8-20 Opening words: In 1858 the Illinois legislature--using an obscure statute--sent Stephen A. Douglas to the U.S. Senate instead of Abraham Lincoln, although Lincoln had won the popular vote. When a sympathetic friend asked Lincoln ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Lord Is Our Life

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 8, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: How often do we make choices? How does it feel to love someone? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers with or without a ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage them to make the LORD, their life. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 30:20 You

I. EXORDIUM: How often do we make choices? How does it feel to love someone? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers with or without a ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage them to make the LORD, their life. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 30:20 You can make this choice by loving the Lord your God, obeying ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

7 Steps To Victory

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 2, 2005

Acrostic of word "VICTORY" outlines the 7 points. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

7 Steps to Victory I Cor. 15:57 These 7 points spell VICTORY! *Vigilance 1 Peter 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Romans 13:14 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57

Denomination: Baptist

A Step To Move Forward

Contributed by Reylourd Reyes on Mar 26, 2009

Learn from Peter’s experience as he walks on the water and strive to get near to Jesus.

Baccalaureate Sermon March 28, 2009 CLAA GREETINGS Good morning everyone. You all look good in your gowns. I could still remember the time when I also sat in that place where you are seated right now. Seven years ago, I also wore the same gown you are wearing right now. Well, that wasn’t long ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Adventist

How To Be Stable In Unstable World

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Jan 27, 2011

Is there any ways that we can be secured in this ever-changing world? Is our dream of stability possible?

HOW TO BE STABLE IN UNSTABLE WORLD Is there any ways that we can be secured in this ever-changing world? Is our dream of stability possible? After the ups and down drama of Joseph’s life, the bible said: Gen 41:52 Joseph named his second son Ephraim, for he said, "God has made me fruitful in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:4-6, Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Favor Comes From God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 29, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you plundered someone before? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: GOD gives the favors IV. TEXT: Exodus 12:36 The Lord caused the Egyptians to look favorably on the Israelites, and they gave the Israelit

I. EXORDIUM: Have you plundered someone before? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: GOD gives the favors IV. TEXT: Exodus 12:36 The Lord caused the Egyptians to look favorably on the Israelites, and they gave the Israelites whatever they asked for. So they stripped the Egyptians ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Begins With You

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Nov 2, 2012

Building successfully will depend whether we have made wise or foolish choices. God wants His children to enjoy His promises. He will pour out His promises to those who are thirsty If you are thirsty for healing, he will pour out healing. If you are thirs

It Begins With You Building successfully will depend whether we have made wise or foolish choices. 2 Corinthians 13:5 - Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?-unless indeed you are disqualified. Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Charismatic

God Works

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD working in you? How does He do it? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show how GOD works in us according to His good purpose IV. TEXT: Philippians 2:13 (New International Version) for it is God

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD working in you? How does He do it? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show how GOD works in us according to His good purpose IV. TEXT: Philippians 2:13 (New International Version) for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13

Denomination: Pentecostal