Sermons on The False Church:

Restore The Church

Contributed by Daniel Ray Ortega on Dec 27, 2023

We must build Gods way, not Mans way. God is asking His church to come back to the altar

(1Kings 18:30 ) 31 Elijah took twelve stones, according to the number of the tribes of the sons of Jacob, to whom the word of the LORD came, saying, “Israel shall be your name”; 32 with the stones he built an altar in the name of the LORD. Then he made a trench around the altar, large enough ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-38

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Church At Thyatira

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 29, 2016

An outstanding feature of the message to the church at Thyatira is the introduction of the divine speaker by name—“The Son God.”

The Church at Thyatira Commentary on the Book of Revelation By: Tom Lowe Date: 5-24-2015 Topic # II. Letters to the Seven Churches of Asia (2:1-3:22) ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Rapture Of The Church

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 27, 2003

What is the rapture and how should we live in light of the coming rapture?

Text: I Thessalonians 4: 13- 5:11 Title: The rapture of the church. Introduction The next two great events in the history of the church are; 1.The end-time revival 2.The rapture of the church. The word “rapture” is not found in the bible. The word rapture is a translation of the Latin word ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Dead Church Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Jan 11, 2008

Looking at the 5th church in Revelation

INTRO: Clayton Carpenter, one of the first casualties of Dessert Storm, was a helicopter pilot shot down was listed as KIA (killed in action). After the war, prisoners were released and Clayton Carpenter was one of them. As soon as he was freed, he called his mom back home in Kansas. Called, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Apostasy In The Church Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the signs of apostasy in churches, how to overcome it, and how to find a true church biblically.

The Bible warns of a great apostasy that will occur in the latter days, where many will fall away from the faith and follow false teachings. Unfortunately, this phenomenon is evident in many churches today. In this sermon, we will explore the signs of apostasy in churches, how to overcome it, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23, 1 Timothy 4:1-3, Acts 20:28-31

The Permissive Church Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Apr 1, 2006

Sermon Five of a series

The Permissive Church Revelation 2:18-29 As we continue this study, let us look back at what we have seen. We have seen the church that needed a second honeymoon, Ephesus. The did what they did out of duty instead of love for the Lord. We saw the church that needed courage, Smyrna. This was a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Tie That Binds Us

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 25, 2016

There are some Biblical commands concerning Church purity, integrity, and authority that 21st Century Christians SHOULD BE SEEKING and MAINTAINING.

THE TIE THAT BINDS US (Philippians 2:1-2) “…if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, [2] fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.” These days ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2

Denomination: Other

Pillars In The Church

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Nov 4, 2000

God needs stable people who will support the church

PILLARS IN THE CHURCH GAL 2:8-10 I. PAUL’S EARLY MINISTRY A. After Paul’s conversion he wasn’t readily accepted B. Paul spent some time ministering on his own C. Paul taken in by the church upon seein the genuiness of his conversion D. Three key people were there to take him in - Peter, James ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:8-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Church Triumphant

Contributed by David Parks on Jul 2, 2020

God has Always had a people.

THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT TEXT: Matt. 16:15-18. INTRODUCTION: 1. The history of the Lord's church is the history of the church triumphant. It has had its ups and downs, but: 1) It was built by the ultimate overcomer, "Be of good Cheer I have overcome the world." (John 16:33). 2) and it ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unraptured Church.

Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Jan 30, 2023

Mark 13:35-37 KJV "Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning: lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping. And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch."

i was wheeling (driving) my children to school when this call kept coming. It was John, one of my church members. I parked to answer this persistent call. John was panting, as he spoke. "John, what exactly is the problem and please calm down? He kept shouting, "it had happened, please ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:35-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sixth Church Of The Apocalypse - The Church Of Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 19, 2020

This is one of the two churches that Christ has no reproof for - other other being Smyrna. And it together with Smyrna are the only cities that still have a Christian church. The key is their perserverance. The catchword is " Be strong and faithful"

The letter to the Church in Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7-13) This is the sixth letter to the seven churches in Asia that we find in Revelation Chapters 2 and 3. It is written to the Church at Philadelphia. It is one of the two Churches (the other being the letter to the Church in Smyrna) for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Anglican

The Church Of Philadelphia (A Loving Church)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 8, 2025

The church of Philadelphia and Smyrna were two churches that the Lord Jesus did not have any words of condemnation for.

Does this mean they were perfect? Absolutely not! For example, the Bible tells us that Job was perfect and upright man. Does that mean Job was perfect and sinless? No, the only perfect sinless man to walk on this earth was the Lord Jesus. Let me explain how the word PERFECT IS USED IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Impact Of A Church Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 5, 2023

The church of Ephesus had an impact on the city and surrounding area.

INTRODUCTION • Over the next six weeks, we will look at the church of Ephesus’s growth and development. • Interestingly enough, we will begin this series by spending our time in Acts 19. • In Acts 19, we will see the beginning of the church of Ephesus. • In Acts 19, we see Paul’s third missionary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Strength Of A Church Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 16, 2006

Paul shares three things that will make a church strong.

INTRODUCTION • I want you to think about the Auburn Christian Church for a minute. When you think of our church, do you see it as a strong vibrant church, or do you see it as one that is on the week side just limping along? • PAUSE • Now as you have pondered that question, by what criteria did ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fellowship Of The Church Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Aug 25, 2006

This message looks at how we obtain, lose, restore and sustain fellowship in the body of Christ

Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds The Fellowship of the Church Text: 1 John 1:1-10 Introduction: In 1773, the young pastor of a poor church in Wainsgate, England, was called to a large and influential church in London. John Fawcett was a powerful preacher and writer, and these skills had ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible