Sermons on The Effective Church:

Guideline #6: Maintain A Spirit Of Harmony Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 3, 2003

Discord will destroy a church. Harmony will make it effective in being the Body of Christ.

SERIES: “GOD-GIVEN GUIDELINES FOR GRWOING A GREAT CHURHC” TEXT: EPHESIANS 4:1-6 TITLE: Guideline #6: “MAINTAIN A SPIRIT OF HARMONY” (Sermon based on material from Bob Russel’s When God Builds A Church) INTRODUCTION: A. A preacher went to his high school reunion. One of his friends asked, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Your Rebellion Even More

Contributed by Jack Martin on May 12, 2008

Speaking of rebellion in todays society and its devistating effect even on the church.

Talk this A.M. about a problem that stands to destroy the entire core value system of not only our nation but the world if it is allowed to continue unchecked! REBELLION Rebellion: The Websters Dictionary defines it this way - re•bel•lion - noun 1: opposition to the one in authority 2 open, ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Our Principle Of Power - Spirit Filled Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on Jul 13, 2001

Our Core Value that describes the effective power that is behind the church and the Christian.

FOR THESE THINGS I LIVE - CV-02 Our Principle of ‘Power’ Ephesians 5:15-21 We are busy studying our way through a series in the Word of God that I have entitled "For These Things I Live". It is a study through the Core Values of His People Community Church. So far we have looked at the first ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21, John 20:22

Denomination: *other

O Give Thanks

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 6, 2011

A basic sermon of Thanksgiving, but was very effective in our church with our people.

O Give Thanks Unto the Lord Chuck Sligh November 20, 2011 A PowerPoint presentation to compliment the message is available by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Psalms 105:1 – “O Give thanks unto the Lord; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1

Denomination: Baptist

Working Things Together For Those Who Are Called Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Mar 3, 2013

Part two 3 of Romans 8:28: One of the most exciting promises of God to believers is found in Romans 8:28; This message explains the Sovereign Effectual Call of God.

“To Those Who Are Called “ Romans 8:28 Nobody is nameless; Everybody has a name. Throughout the Bible, there are many different names which describe followers of the True God. In the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Pause Before You Act (Part 5) Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Mar 7, 2012

In this final segment of the series, PAUSE Before You Act, we examine the effects of our actions. We consider the effect upon the Savior, the Sinner, the Saint and the effect upon Self. Please see the other parts of the series.

Please note that, while this sermon may be preached in stand-alone fashion, it is part of a series. You may wish to take a look at the first three sermons. Especially helpful would be sermon one which lays the foundation. Also, there is a companion sermon called THINK Before You Speak. V. E – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Impact Our Culture

Contributed by Mike Mcguire on May 5, 2016

Thesis: Preaching the gospel in the power of the Holy Spirit will affect our culture more than preaching against sins.

Introduction: There is no doubt that our culture is in danger. I'm not speaking of just Anglo or Hispanic. I mean that our culture is becoming more chaotic and dangerous. Leaders disagree as to the best way to preserve society. The world's answer is to pass more laws, build more prisons, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart For Prevailing Prayer

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 10, 2015

What does it mean to have a heart for prayer?

Webster’s dictionary defines prevailing as having superior force or influence. When we think of prayer as believers, as children of God do you describe your prayer life as having superior force or influence with God? I believe one thing that will mark a person who has influence with men and ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The After Effects Of Giving In To Peer Pressure, Part 4 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 17, 2007

A look at the after effects, the true cost of giving in to that which is not right.

Peer Pressure, the after effects Part 4 A. What are the ”after effect’s” of “peer pressure”? a. A loathing, disgust that we couldn’t stand on our own two feet b. We feel violated- taken advantage of…. And why wouldn’t we feel this way? We gave way to pressures that we normally would ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:13

Denomination: Mennonite

How Can I Begin An Effective Prayer Life? Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 16, 2007

Prayer is communication with God on a personal level. #1 in a 4-part series.

Title: How Can I Begin An Effective Prayer Life? Series: Prayer Changes Things Text: John 15:5-8 Introduction In the small town we lived in, the volunteer fire department’s telephone was answered by the policeman on duty, who would in turn sound the fire whistle to rally the volunteers to duty. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Guards Us From Sin And Its Effects

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To prove from secret messages from the LORD that we are carefully and constantly guarded by JESUS from sin and it's effects.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a good guard? No, JESUS is my Guard and Garrison. Isaiah 58:8 (Amplified Bible) 58:8 Then shall your light break forth like the morning, and your healing (your restoration and the power of a new life) shall spring forth speedily; your righteousness (your rightness, your ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Guards Us From Sin And Its Effects

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To prove from secret messages from the LORD that we are carefully and constantly guarded by JESUS from sin and it's effects.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a good guard? No, JESUS is my Guard and Garrison. Isaiah 58:8 (Amplified Bible) 58:8 Then shall your light break forth like the morning, and your healing (your restoration and the power of a new life) shall spring forth speedily; your righteousness (your rightness, your ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Death Of Jesus Made The New Testament Valid And Effective

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 26, 2014

To show that JESUS's death made the new testament valid and effective and before He left, He left with us His Peace.

I. EXORDIUM: Is CHRIST's death means peace to you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS's death made the new testament valid and effective and before He left, He left with us His Peace. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 9:17 (Amplified Bible) 9:17 For a will and testament is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Money Worries: Figuring Up How Effective Worry Is Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 7, 2014

A look at the ineffectiveness of worry - we do it despite the fact that it brings about no positive result.

A COMMON WORRY EXCUSE: Many people worry because “at least I’m doing something.” - Some people feel guilty if they’re not worrying. Somehow worry is a sign to them of being a good parent or friend. - They would probably begrudgingly admit that’s it’s not the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is The Foundation For Ministering Effectively In The Anointing Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 3, 2020

The absolute guiding principle of operating in God's anointing and spiritual gifts is starting from the foundation of love and the natural growth of the Fruit of the Spirit.

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” (Gal 5:22-23 NIV) Many years ago, I purchased an older ranch style home that needed fixing up. It had lots of potential and the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 14:1, Philippians 4:7, Romans 8:29, 1 John 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational