Sermons on Synergistic Effect:

Understanding Communication Assumptions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

The real problem was failing to first understand the presuppositional perspectives of the people before the outsiders conducted their experiment. Speakers need to understand their audience’s assumptions before they can expect solid receptivity. This invol

UNDERSTANDING COMMUNICATION ASSUMPTIONS Case Study - To successfully understand the presuppositions of people you must know what values they hold at their sub-conscious level. Several years ago agricultural experts from the U.S. taught men in Transkei, South Africa, how to use modern fertilizer. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Using Communication Concepts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Using Communication Concepts in Growing & Planting Churches- Communication Guidelines For Evangelism

Using Communication Concepts in Growing & Planting Churches Communication Guidelines For Evangelism Learning Objectives 1. The students will list five principles of communication for evangelism and church planting purposes. 2. The students will explain what types of questions are useful in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have A Successful Partnership

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever considered what are some of the ingredients of a successful partnership? In this passage, Paul the apostle demonstrates how he formed one of the best partnerships in history with Timothy. First, Paul found the church members speaking well of

1. Have you ever considered what are some of the ingredients of a successful partnership? In this passage, Paul the apostle demonstrates how he formed one of the best partnerships in history with Timothy. First, Paul found the church members speaking well of Timothy. Find people who have a good ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Avoid A Regrettable Response

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever wondered how you might have avoided an interpersonal offense that caused years of regret? No doubt, Paul and Barnabas must have asked themselves that question after they parted company over a dispute regarding the credibility of John Mark. B

1. Have you ever wondered how you might have avoided an interpersonal offense that caused years of regret? No doubt, Paul and Barnabas must have asked themselves that question after they parted company over a dispute regarding the credibility of John Mark. Both apostles should have been able to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ten Keys To Quality Friendships

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

"My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely Christ. In whom are hidden all the treasurers of wisdom and kno

Ten Keys To Quality Friendships by Paul Fritz Colossians 2:2-2:3 1. Mutual Goals – Discuss how you can synergistically work together toward a mutually agreed upon goal. Cooperate through prayer, discussions and ministries that will contribute toward the accomplishment of enlarging the church in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persevering In The Face Of Opposition

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001

To lead the people to appreciate some of the qualities of Nehemiah who is an example for one who persevered through all kinds of opposition.

Unit 10 – Perseverance Lesson 27 – Nehemiah: The Man Who Would Not Quit – Nehemiah, 1,2,4;6:15-16 Preparation for The Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to appreciate some of the qualities of Nehemiah who is an example for one who persevered through all kinds of opposition. 2. Explanation of the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have A Successful Partnership

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001

The parternship of Paul and Timothy teaches us many things about the art and science of a successful alliance

How to Have a Successful Partnership (Acts 16:1-6) Illustration:Grace Coolidge, the wife of President Calvin Coolidge, tried to surprise her husband by having his portrait painted. When it was finished, she hung it in the library of the White House. Later the same morning the President happened ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is It Important To Fellowship With Godly Associates?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Godly associates enabled one another to help develop Christianity from a handful of people to a movement of over 600 million present day believers.

1. Godly associates enabled one another to help develop Christianity from a handful of people to a movement of over 600 million present day believers. Mutual encouragement provided them with the necessary incentives to stay obedient, loving and committed to our Lord. They assembled together in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Transformed By Renewing Of Your Mind

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 18, 2002

How to Be Transformed by the Renewing of Your Mind - Rom. 12:1-3

How to Be Transformed by the Renewing of Our Mind - Rom. 12:1-3 Illustration:Dr. J. Elder Cumming contended that "in almost every case the beginning of new blessing is a new revelation of the character of God--more beautiful, more wonderful, more precious." J.O. Sanders, Enjoying Intimacy with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transforming Community

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 30, 2004

Sermon 3 of 6 on the Acts 2:47 church - 24/7! We are called to be salt and light. I used several different Sermon Central sources for illustrations, ideas and comments.

2:47 – 24/7 Transforming Community Transformers change things. That’s what they do. When my girls were growing up I wanted to buy them "Transformers" instead of dolls. Donna wouldn’t let me for reasons that I don’t remember now. I’m sure her reasons were good - I just don’t remember what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Call To Fellowship Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 15, 2020

Few understand the biblical teaching on fellowship seeing it as a social time. We need to understand what it means to have fellowship with Christ and with His church.

The Call to Fellowship 1 Corinthians 1:9-10 One of the most troubled churches in apostolic times was the Corinthian Church. They were plagued with a myriad of problems in the church including: divisions, arrogance, sexual immorality, incest, litigation, doctrinal error, abuse of the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Works – Two Sides Of The Same Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Faith and Works – Two Sides of the Same Truth (Rom. 3:27-31)

Faith and Works – Two Sides of the Same Truth (Rom. 3:27-31) Illustration:A young boy, on an errand for his mother, had just bought a dozen eggs. Walking out of the store, he tripped and dropped the sack. All the eggs broke, and the sidewalk was a mess. The boy tried not to cry. A few people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Successfully Perform Multiple Tasks

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit equips us to perform many tasks as we follow the example of our multidimensional Christ.

1. The Holy Spirit equips us to perform many tasks as we follow the example of our multidimensional Christ. Jesus served people in the capacity of a teacher, shepherd, preacher, evangelist, priest, friend, apostle, advocate, model, mentor, disciple-maker, manager, guardian, ambassador, mediator, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Develop And Enrich Our Friendships

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps us develop and enrich our friendships as we focus on what we share together in Jesus Christ. Paul wrote, "Since you have encouragement from being united with Christ, since you have comfort from his love, since you have fellowship wit

1. The Holy Spirit helps us develop and enrich our friendships as we focus on what we share together in Jesus Christ. Paul wrote, "Since you have encouragement from being united with Christ, since you have comfort from his love, since you have fellowship with the Spirit with tenderness and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Kept His Disciples United

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Every group contains of a wide variety of personalities, interests and backgrounds.

Every group contains of a wide variety of personalities, interests and backgrounds. When Jesus brought people together with such stark perceptional differences, He knew that in fighting might become a real problem. Instead of insisting that the disciples be unified, Jesus pointed His men toward ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational