Sermons on The Necessity Of Gathering:

Spiritual Foundations For Managing Money Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 11, 2009

I want to invite us to gather around one of the striking dynamics that is at hand within our world… that of financial uncertainty and insecurity.

This past week was certainly a significant one for our nation. This past Tuesday something of remarkable and historical proportions was experienced as the first black president was elected to lead our nation. It was a moment in which I gathered my two older kids… and tried to convey just how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Shut The Door Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Mar 18, 2021

Once the time was right for the flood, God gathered Noah and his family and all the animals into the ark and God shut the door to the ark.

I am going to begin a new series of messages today. I think from the picture you can figure out what the theme is going to be – doors. I began researching doors in the Bible and discovered the word door is used around 260 times. Many of those times it refers to an actual door or doorway, but in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:16

Denomination: Baptist

Owl #3 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 12, 2021

the real power of the movement of God is smaller groups gathering and expanding to reach more now ( in the summer of the church) before a darkness that will come.

<The Tootsie roll owl commercial launches the message> Did you know that that commercial is almost 50 years old? It’s memorable. It points to a question, provides a practical experiment and even an answer. However, the wise old owl is only validating his own personal knowledge and experience ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:24-28, Proverbs 30:25, Zechariah 4:10, Matthew 18:10, Romans 16:3-5, Philemon 1:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Donny Yarbrough on Jun 2, 2017

Message about God's grace from our Grace Living series through Ephesians. Illustrations gathered from various sources.

Amazing Grace Ephesians 2:4-10 His name was John. He had deserted the Royal British Navy and was caught, flogged and demoted. After that he made up disrespectful songs about his ship’s captain and was demoted again. Furthermore, he prided himself in creative profanity and sharp-witted attacks on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Sound Of Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 22, 2019

The people gathered to praise and thank God for what He has accomplished through them. God gave them great joy.

The wall is built. The gates are restored. The people returned to God’s Word and renewed their covenant with God. • The city is now repopulated. It’s time to celebrate God’s goodness and give thanks. • Nehemiah organises a dedication service for this purpose. Let’s recap all that has ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Rapture Ready Sermon

Contributed by Mark Jones on Oct 3, 2011

EOLS: Jesus’ enemies will be crushed and His people will be gathered to be with Him for eternity. No one knows the day or hour of His return.

The Rapture Ready Sermon EOLS: Jesus’ enemies will be crushed and His people will be gathered to be with Him for eternity. I can’t wait till Saturday May 21, 2011 at 6pm or so to write my sermon. So I’m doing it well in advance, and I’m going to go ahead and go out on a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Paintings That Can Be Painted At The Feet Of Jesus.

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 25, 2017

Each time the feet of Jesus is mentioned in the Bible we could paint of a picture at what happens when gathers at His feet.

Feet of Jesus. Luke 24:39 Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself: handle me, and see; for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have. . Luke 24:40 And when he had thus spoken, he shewed them his hands and his feet. . I. His feet bring comfort. A place of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:39-40

Go! And Remember The Lamb - Maundy Thursday Communion Sermon Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 11, 2025

Maundy Thursday, the evening Jesus gathered with His disciples, washed their feet, broke bread, and spoke words that would echo into eternity.

Go! And Remember the Lamb - Maundy Thursday Communion Sermon Introduction: A Night to Remember Church, tonight is not just another Thursday evening. Tonight is a holy moment—a sacred pause in the middle of the Passion Week. It is Maundy Thursday, the evening Jesus gathered with His disciples, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-5, Exodus 12:13, John 1:29, John 13:34-35, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Luke 22:19-20, Hebrews 9:14, Exodus 12:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Church Is One That Follows The Teachings Of Jesus Christ And Upholds His Standards. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 22, 2024

The Bible has a clear definition of what a church should be, and it's not just a gathering of people with similar interests.

A true church is one that follows the teachings of Jesus Christ and upholds His standards. In this article, we will explore what the Bible has to say about the characteristics of a church that deviates from God's design. Encouraging Sin "They profess to know God, but in works they deny ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:16, Revelation 3:15-16, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Galatians 5:19-21, Galatians 5:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Sermon On Empirical Evidence

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 6, 2023

Empirical evidence is defined as information gathered directly or indirectly through observation or experimentation that may be used to confirm or disconfirm a scientific theory.

Frank Ocean, an American singer and songwriter once remarked: “Some people focus more on sonics. Some people focus more on story. I focus on both sonics and story, but music sometimes, just music itself, can turn into more of a maths problem. I guess everything in life is a math problem, but it can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20, 1 Peter 3:15, Hebrews 11:6, Proverbs 3:5-6

Ascension Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

we gather to reflect on the Ascension of Jesus Christ. This important event in Christianity is often overlooked, but it holds great significance for our faith.

Today, we gather to reflect on the Ascension of Jesus Christ. This important event in Christianity is often overlooked, but it holds great significance for our faith. The Ascension is not just about Jesus physically leaving the earth, but rather it represents a new relationship between Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory Of A Spirit-Filled Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 23, 2025

The glory of a Spirit-filled church cannot be faked. It is seen in the lifestyle of its members, the power in its gatherings, and the love in its fellowship.

THE GLORY OF A SPIRIT-FILLED CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:42-47 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 60:1-2, Ephesians 5:18-21, John 17:21-23, 2 Chronicles 5:13-14, Romans 14:17 INTRODUCTION: A Spirit-filled church is not just a gathering of people; it is a living, breathing expression ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Need For Church Life Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Regularly gathering together as a church is essential for our growth, unity, and purpose, as well as for worshiping God and carrying out the mission of the Gospel.

Today, we're going to talk about the need for church life. You might have noticed that church attendance sometimes goes down, but that doesn't mean we should give up on it. In fact, we need each other more than ever to grow in our faith and make a difference in the world. To help us understand this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:17-18, Hebrews 10:25

Topics: Community Worship, Spiritual Growth, Fellowship, Biblical Teachings

Grounding Faith Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jan 17, 2007

A series in James about possessing a foolproof faith. This message focuses on faith that is built upon the truth of God’s Word and the necessity of hearing God.

Foolproof – A Study of James GROUNDING Faith – James 1:19-27 Sunday AM Recap: We’re in a series in James about how to have a foolproof faith so that we won’t be fooled into thinking we have genuine faith when we’re only religious and so we can’t be fooled into embracing anything not of God. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Faith Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010

The purpose of this message is to help us see the necessity of faith in the life of a child of God and encourage us to live by faith in the finished work of Christ on the cross.

LIVING A LIFE OF FAITH Habakkuk 3:16-19 INTRODUCTION: A. Well we have come to the end of our study of the book of Habakkuk – today is our final message 1. And I hope you have come to understand what Habakkuk did – as long as we live in this world we must be Living A Life Of Faith! 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist