Sermons on Transformation Of The Church:

What Happens When The Church Prays

Contributed by James Lee on Oct 31, 2012

Something powerful happens when we pray. When we pray, we connect our lives to the very same God who spoke this world into being.

Think about how you felt that time when God came through and answered your prayer… Something powerful happens when we pray. When we pray, we connect our lives to the very same God who spoke this world into being. The very same God who: Formed the Swiss Alps…Who carved the Grand ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Church On Fire Pt2 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 1, 2012

Thank you Pastor Jerry Shirley for this outline If I was going to literally set the church on fire I wouldn’t announce it on the sign out front But I’m praying the we will be set ‘on fire for God!’

Last week we started looking at setting the church on fire. We saw that the first characteristic of a church on fire is “Being Spirit Filled” Today I want to look at the last two characteristics. II. We are all Equal in position v. 24 all in one accord v. 32 all of one heart and one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Diverse But Christ Focussed Church

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jan 26, 2014

Being a Christian church means following Jesus command to make disciples of people of all nations, which means we will be a community of diverse people. We explore why this is important, what it means for us and how to live with differences in our church

There is something important for everyone in our congregation to think deeply about. Do you see differences as a blessing or a problem? How you answer this question is important, as it will influence how you live and act. It will influence how you be part of the church. The church in Corinth had a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Church Needs Your : Presence / Time Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Feb 6, 2014

This series is based on the pledge we make as united Methodist to support the church with our Presence , Prayers and Gifts. Todays Sermon gets us focused on the importance of spending time with Jesus

The story at the beginning of this sermon is not mine but it is all over the internet so I don't know who to give credit to. Key verse Matthew 25:14-30 Today’s Verse Luke 10: 41-42 Satan called a Meeting with his evil angels one day. This is what Satan said, "We can't keep the Christians ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:41-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers Of When Church Becomes Comfortable

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 8, 2014

What causes a person to forsake the rules and do what they want to do? It is something called comfortability or comfort zone. They become so comfortable to the point that it’s my will that matters and that’s it, it is irreverence.

“The Dangers of when Church becomes Comfortable” Comfortable Christianity By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Once upon a time in the land called Feel Good there was a Church. This new Church was called "The Church of the Comfortable and Tolerant". Very recently this Church hired a new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:6-7

Denomination: Apostolic

Why Do People Leave Churches? Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 4, 2014

John's most basic concern is to give this church confidence again in what they have believed about Jesus. And he reminds them that this message is carried by the church that listens to the Apostles, and it isn't found anywhere else.

Sermon by Rev John Altmann There are a number of ways that people leave churches, for both good and bad reasons. A good reason to leave is to be sent out to serve in another place. We've seen that recently with Heather and Adam. They spent two years with us practicing their ministry, trying things ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Anglican

Rich And Poor In The Church Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013

There are no 'untouchables' with God!

RICH AND POOR IN THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST. James 2:1-17. James 2:1. The Greek of this section of the letter of James begins somewhat abruptly: “My brethren, not with partialities!” The impact of the whole sentence is: “Do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ with respect of persons.” ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

United For The Growth Of The Church And The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 8, 2014

Paul has finished telling the Ephesians about their riches and inheritance in Jesus and now begins teaching them about their responsibility to Jesus. True understanding of correct biblical teaching should lead to correct Christian living

Intro: The Christian life is not based on ignorance but knowledge. Knowledge of Jesus! We are never taught the Bible nor do we study the Bible merely to learn what it says but instead we learn it to live what it says. True understanding of correct biblical teaching should motivate us to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Mystery: The Church Is The Bride Of Christ Series

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Apr 14, 2014

Why does this scientifically inexplicable marvel of human sexuality exist? Because Human sexuality, male and female differences, & marriage are part of an extraordinary eternal plan of God. At the heart of all Creation is the Great Love story of Christ

The Great Mystery: the Church is the Bride of Christ (Eph. 5:25-32) Human sexuality with all its extraordinary complexity, romantic mystery, and reproductive miracles is totally unexplainable by any of the theories of evolution. So why does this scientifically inexplicable marvel of human ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Mystery #4 The Imminent Rapture Of The Church Series

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Apr 14, 2014

The Church is the Body and Bride of Christ. Jesus, as was Jewish custom will return as a thief in the night to "snatch" away His bride to the specially prepared place for the greatest honeymoon in History! Are you going to be part of it?

Mystery # 4 “The Imminent Rapture of the Church” (I Cor. 15:51-58; I Thess. 4:13-18; John 14:1-3; 11:25-26; Phil. 3:18-21) The 1st Mystery is “God was manifest in the flesh” (I Tim. 3:16. The 2nd is “Christ in you the Hope of Glory” (Col. 1:27). Faith in Mystery 1 made it possible for us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Be A Functioning Church Member (1) Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 15, 2014

This sermon is to speak to members to Funcition better as a whole member of the Body of Christ and the Local Chu This sermon series was taken from the book by Tom Rainer I am a Church Member – I added , my thoughts are other to make this sermon complete

SERMON SERIES I am a Church Member Series SERMON 1 I will be a Functioning Church Member I will be a a Functioning Church Member I Cor 12:12-31 This sermon series was taken from the book by Tom Rainer I am a Church Member – I added , my thoughts are other to make this sermon ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Back To Church Sunday: Invite Someone

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 17, 2014

Adapted from material from Outreach, I preached this sermon the week before Back to Church Sunday to encourage members to invite their friends, relative, associates and neighbor to church.

Back To Church Sunday: Invite Someone! Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church How many people do you know who “used to go” to church, but just don’t anymore? If you are like most folks, you probably know quite a few. Today there are 320 million people in America and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:39

Denomination: Christian Church

The Church—the Body Of Christ

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 30, 2014

The Early Church worked together--looked out for each other--and were faithful to their Lord.

The Church—The Body of Christ Acts 2:4242 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. Acts 4:33."And with great power gave the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church That Makes Our Lord Sick Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 11, 2014

A study of the 7 letters to the 7 churches of Revelation covering the last one to the Laodiceans

Revelation 3: 14 – 22 The Church That Makes Our Lord Sick 14 “And to the angel of the church of the Laodiceans write, ‘These things says the Amen, the Faithful and True Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God: 15 “I know your works, that you are neither cold nor hot. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Letters To The Seven Churches - No 5 Sardis Series

Contributed by Alan Hamilton-Messer on Jun 22, 2014

These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits[b]of God and the seven stars. I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead

The letter to Sardis Rev:3:1-6 Sardis was probably the oldest of the seven cities, probably being founded at the very beginning of the Iron Age, possibly as early as 1000 BC. In it's past it had been the capital of the Kingdom of Lydia and it had become very rich and prosperous. It was also ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed