Sermons on The Main Purpose Of The Church:

Not Very Far

Contributed by Christopher Crane on Jun 16, 2004

A backdoor look at the Five Purposes of the Church.

Not Very Far Exodus 8:28 Exodus 8:28 28 And Pharaoh said, I will let you go, that ye may sacrifice to the LORD your God in the wilderness; only ye shall not go very far away: intreat for me. <Prayer> You know, it’s really always been the plan of the enemy. And his strategies haven’t changed ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:28

Denomination: Church Of God

Team Ministry Part 1 Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 20, 2004

A message challenging the church to join together as a Team to accomplish the Great Commission.

"Team Ministy" Pastor Glenn Newton 8-20-2000 TEXT: ECCLE. 4:9-10 ECC 4:9 Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! This morning, I want to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Everyone Is Needed Team Building #2 Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 20, 2004

A call for everyone into ministry

Everyone Is Needed - Teambuilding #2 Pastor Glenn Newton 8-27-2000 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Nazarene

To Make A Vow.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jun 30, 2004

The Vow we made to God was to come out from amoung the world.Being Bold to speak was never popular.

To Make a Vow What is it to make a vow? WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that a law meant to punish pornographers that peddle dirty pictures to Web-surfing kids is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Peril Of Privilege

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 6, 2004

"The Church is Dying on the Vine" is a common statement today. Is it True?

THE PERIL OF PRIVILEGE Amos 3:1-15 INTRO: "This church is dying on the Vine," is a statement I have heard made recently. But who is responsible? Some say the preacher, others the deacons, the Sunday School teachers, and on & on. We, are all responsible. People have told me they wont attend ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Two Types Of Churches: Which Do You Want To Be

Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Jan 13, 2003

A church without vision is sitting underneath a tree, having meetings but an active church is climbing up a hill in victory.

Two Types of Churches: Which Do You Want To Be. 1 Samuel 13 & 14 We are not going to read these two chapters, I will rather tell you the story. It is once again the start of a new year, and it seems that every passing year the intensity of the prospect of a new year grows more and more. It seems ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dead Man Walking Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 24, 2003

The beauty of the gospel is displayed as Paul contrasts life before Christ to life in Christ and reveals to his readers a future to look towards and apurpose to live for.

“Dead Man Walking” Ephesians 2:1-10 Focus: The beauty of the gospel is displayed as Paul contrasts life before Christ to life in Christ and reveals to his readers a future to look towards and a purpose to live for. Function: To lead the congregation up close to this huge passage where we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Slowly-Moving Ship

Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 21, 2003

A sermon for my friend’s induction service, it uses a long analogy of a rescue ship with food and medicine, unwilling to share with others.

Ephesians 4:1-16 – A Slowly-Moving Ship A ship rocked slowly upon the greasy seas. Its sails were tattered, its masts spliced, and its hull leaky with worm-eaten planks, but it still stayed afloat. It had been sailing for many years – for generations, actually. Many years ago it had been loaded ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Rev It Up, Hop It Up, Tone It Up, Tune It Up

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 21, 2003

Some things need to be revved up.

INTRO.- ILL.- One lady said, “I always do my exercises regularly every morning. Immediately after waking I always say sternly to myself, “Ready now. Up. Down. Up. Down!” And after two strenuous minutes I tell myself, “OKAY, NOW TRY THE OTHER EYELID.” ILL.- Mark Twain once said, “The only way ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Superiority Of The New Covenant Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 4, 2003

The Old Covenant vs. The New Covenant It’s Sanctuary is Superior. It’s Sacrifice is Superior. It’s Security is Superior.

The Superiority of the New Covenant Hebrews 8:1–13 I. It’s Sanctuary is Superior. (Hebrews 8:1–2) A. The place is better. Mark 16:19 B. The priest is better. Heb. 4:14–16 II. It’s Sacrifice is Superior. (Hebrews 8:3–4) A. The Levitical priests offered up animals in the earthly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am Not The Same Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 8, 2003

There is an inherent need for church attendance for those who are born again that is often ignored.

November 9, 2003 Morning Worship Text: Hebrews 10:19-25 Subject: Steadfastness Title: I Am Not the Same How many of you can clearly remember when you first gave your life to Christ? If I asked you what you felt at that moment, there would probably be as many responses as there are people here ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Churchology 101-The Basics

Contributed by Steven Boyns on Feb 4, 2006

Churchology 101 is the name chosen for a series of messages we will be studying for the next few weeks. These series of messages are not designed to deal with the intra-workings of the church, nor are they designed to discuss deep theology or deep doctri

Churchology 101 is the name chosen for a series of messages we will be studying for the next few weeks. These series of messages are not designed to deal with the intra-workings of the church, nor are they designed to discuss deep theology or deep doctrinal issues at it relates to the church. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Churchology 101-The Beginning

Contributed by Steven Boyns on Feb 4, 2006

This series is not designed to deal with the intra-workings of the church, nor is it designed to discuss deep theology or deep doctrinal issues related to the church. Rather these messages are intended to look at the church and the role it plays in the l

Last week we began our series of messages entitled Churchology 101. And we said that this series is not designed to deal with the intra-workings of the church, nor is it designed to discuss deep theology or deep doctrinal issues related to the church. Rather these messages are intended to look at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Ordinary Building

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Feb 11, 2006

This was no ordinary building project. It is an illustration of humankind’s tendency to focus our unity on building monuments to our own greatness instead of using it to follow God’s plan.

No Ordinary Building Babylonian tablets confirm the story of the tower of Babel Tower built several generations after the flood Westward movement of man to Mesopotamia See what you notice . . . when you read verses 3,4 (“Us” syndrome). The people were only concerned about themselves and not ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Intoxication Part 2

Contributed by Mark Wood on Feb 18, 2006

Dr. Wood used this sermon to show his listener that the first church was totally consumed with God and they did great things in His power. Unbelievers cannot understand the happenings of Christianity until they give their heart and life to Jesus Christ.

A contrast of Wine and the spirit Alcohol gives artificial exhilaration The Spirit Gives Holy elevation Alcohol excites evil The spirit points men toward good Alcohol will give you a hangover The spirit will give you power over Alcohol will cause a man to act foolishly The spirit will incite ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Baptist