Sermons on The First Church:

The Ekklesia - What Is The Church? Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2013

Understanding the New Testament church and it purpose.

Note: The introduction notes come from Andy Stanley's book "Deep & Wide". Great book. Title: The Ekklesia Theme: To understand what the true meaning of the church is. Text: Matthew 16:13 - 19 Offering: 1 Corinthians 16:2 On the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Church Of The Open Door Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 24, 2018

Message 11 from Revelation exploring Jesus' letter to the church at Philadelphia.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “The Church of the Open Door” INTRODUCTION/REVIEW Today we look at the last letter to the seven churches of Asia who represent church congregations throughout church history. The people are the same – problems are the same. In these seven letters we find an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Let's Be A "Liberal" Church Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Feb 9, 2004

Are you Giving God what is Left or what is Right? Let us explore the three R’s of giving; the Requirement, the Reason, and the Reward.

Let’s Be A "Liberal" Church 1 Corinthians 16:1—3 INTRODUCTION Burt Reynolds starred in an old movie entitled The End. In this film he decides to commit suicide by swimming out as far as he can until he is exhausted and then just go under. After going under he is looking at the surface from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Switching Churches 2 Series

Contributed by Henry Nwaneri on Oct 11, 2010

IF love is your main concern even as you move from one church to another, you will consider the following

Lets talk about when it is wrong to leave a Church. 1. Never leave a Church during a crises, especially if you are involved in the crises. Every crises in the body of Christ is supposed to be settled. If it is beyond your power to settle a crisis, make it known to all that you wish for peace but ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Church Growth

Contributed by Michael Cotie on May 17, 2009

How we are to Grow in Grace and knowledge.

Intro: This being designated the Year of growth at 2nd Baptist LaPorte, you may have asked yourself What Growth is, how are we as Christians, supposed to be growing. Core: Believers are to grow, churches are to grow, what are we told about growth in God’s word. Body I. 2nd Peter 3:18 gave ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Paul The Church Planter

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Mar 28, 2023

The Apostle Paul is probably the greatest church planter in the history of the church. What can we learn from him, and how should we implement it into our modern times?

It is estimated that the Apostle Paul traveled a total of 17,285 miles! It is the equivalent of going from Jerusalem to San Francisco and then back to New York City. During his three missionary journeys alone, Paul covered some 8,000 miles by land and sea. Paul was a preacher. His passion was to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of The Living Dead Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 16, 2014

A study of the letters to the churches - Sardis

Revelation 3: 1 – 6 The Church Of The Living Dead ‘These things says He who has the seven Spirits of God and the seven stars: “I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead. 2 Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Overview Of The 7 Churches

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Feb 19, 2026

by Marilyn Hickey Ministires

Church Time Commendation Condemnation Counsel Challenge Ephesus Apostolic Faithful in Service; Hate Deeds of Nicolaitanes Left First Love Repent Eat of the Tree of Life Smyrna Persecution Faithful in ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

How To Be A United Church Series

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This is the third sermon in a series on Philippians. This sermon provides three steps for building a united church.

I. Introduction a. Today many churches are struggling because they are not united. For Example one church split of the issue of Adam and Eve’s belly button. b. Paul began his letter with the Building up of the church, and then he gave reasons for rejoicing, next he tells the church how to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Aspects Of A Vibrant Church Series

Contributed by Greg Barron on Aug 21, 2007

To illustrate six aspects that should be present in every vibrant church.

Aspects of a Vibrant Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 1. They had great conviction and assurance. v5 a. First in salvation. John 16:8-11 b. Second in proclamation. 1 Corinthians 1:18, Romans 1:16 2. They became imitators of Paul and Jesus. v6 a. Paul said to follow him. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Church In Praxis

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Our study this morning moves into the third and final major section of this wonderful epistle. 2. We have been studying Romans for twenty weeks now. If you remember, Paul began his letter to the Christians there with a blistering indictment of mankind before the face of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

A Prevailing Church: Loosing Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 20, 2002

A prevailing church is one which lives like those persons others thought Jesus might be -- like John the Baptist, loosing himself from tradition; like Elijah, living out of grace; like Jeremiah, let loose in the world.

I walked into the Baptist Student Center at the University of Kentucky, about to take over as chaplain. My predecessor was still on the scene, filling up garbage cans with files. In those pre-Watergate days, nobody had thought of shredders, I guess. He was throwing away every record, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Boldness In Church Planting Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jan 13, 2010

Supernatural boldness in church planting validates authentic ministry when based on pure motives and proper conduct (the marks of Spirit-filled church planters).

As we reach the end of our first month of attempting to plant a church and as we study the NT model for church planting from the Book of 1 Thessalonians, we need to ask ourselves if we are too tentative. What is impressive from studying Paul and Silas and Timothy is their confidence and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Church; Grow Up! Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 10, 2009

Today’s Scripture is God’s Word to churches to be focused on building up the church to be mature and healthy! The Scriptures are directly telling us to focus on ourselves. Give attention to the church body and do what is necessary to make it healthier.

Date: July 12th, 2009 Bible Text: Ephesians 4:7-16 Subject: Complement: Main Idea: Intro: Imagine for a moment going to the doctor and after a battery of tests she comes out and tells you, “Look, you need to stop doing all the things you’re doing!” Your volunteer work in the community, your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Fit In At Church

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 5, 2009

“How do you fit in at church?” “Do you feel a part of our church?” “Are you part of the Body of Christ?” “Are you an active part of the community?" [Adaptable by adding your own church activities]

HOW to FIT IN at CHURCH Acts 2:42-47, Others INTRODUCTION… How to Fit in at Almost Any Church (www.bluefishtv.com) (02:29) I. DEFINITION OF COMMUNITY (all definitions and such: Horton, Paul. Sociology. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1972. pgs 437-438) I would like to begin this morning with the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ