Sermons on Transforming Church Culture:

A Brave New Church Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 24, 2009

As the church develops some amazing things naturally start to happen. Look at some of the incredible things that are going on with this brave new church.

4. The Book of Acts June 14th, 2009 A Brave new Church The one thing that has always impressed me about beggars is that they know how to make money. I don’t mean that to be insulting I really don’t it is impressive. I remember a few years ago I was in my office working and this car pulled up. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: *other

A Brave New Church Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 5, 2009

Of all the miracles going on in the early church why does Luke mention this cripple? There is something significant about this healing that makes it worthy of Scripture.

4. The Book of Acts June 14th, 2009 A Brave new Church The one thing that has always impressed me about beggars is that they know how to make money. I don’t mean that to be insulting I really don’t it is impressive. I remember a few years ago I was in my office working and this car pulled up. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: *other

Why The Church Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jun 12, 2014

In our culture where the influence of the church is diminishing, why should we BE the church? The answer is found in the identity of Jesus and the promises he makes about the Kingdom he is establishing (the church).

Why the Church I want to share some staggering statistics about church. Since the year 2000, more than 4000 churches in America have closed the doors to their buildings each year. That's more than 40,000 churches. At the turn of the 1900’s there were 27 churches to every 10,000 people. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-19

Denomination: Christian Church

Lesson 7: Look Out For The Culture Of Celebrity Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 25, 2010

Is there such a thing as the celebrity pastor? Is that a good or bad thing? How should I look at a church to make sure I will be fed as a believer?

As we’ve seen in looking at the problems of the Corinthian church, the members of this congregation had expended a great deal of energy putting certain leaders up on pedestals and then aligning themselves with that leader and claiming their leader was better than theirs. In the first part ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Transformation And Multiplication Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 11, 2022

The ultimate result of Jesus Driven Discipleship is Transformation and Multiplication

April 09, 2022 A disciple is more than one who acquires information from someone who is smarter or more knowledgeable than they. There is the idea of relationship/community/intimacy. A disciple “adheres to” - holds fast to, clings to, bonds to, is attached to, is faithful to - the teacher. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:14, Matthew 4:18-22, Matthew 9:10, Matthew 15:32, Matthew 23:13-39, Acts 4:13, Matthew 19:27, Acts 1:8, James 1:1, 1 Peter 1:1-2, 1 John 1:1-3, John 6:67-69, Matthew 5:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Transformed By Community Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 25, 2017

As we segue from community to worship and the importance of worship

Transformed Romans 12:1-8 February 5, 2017 For the past 4 weeks we’ve been talking about community. We know it’s important, but we often struggle with community. We get confused about how to cultivate real relationships, we struggle once we’re in them, and sometimes when 2 or 3 are gathered, we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

Transformation And Grace

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jun 29, 2007

It was the power of Paul’s testimony that demonstrated grace in his life. He was transformed by God. That’s same power can do the same for us.

Transformation and Grace Galatians 1:10-24 (NIV) 10 Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. 11 I want you to know, brothers, that the gospel I preached is not something that man ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-24

Denomination: Nazarene

The Power Of Transformation Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 16, 2012

The Gospel has the power to radically change us from the inside out.

The Power of Transformation Text: Gal. 1:11-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: I would like to buy $3.00 worth of God, please. Not enough to explode my soul or disturb my sleep, but just enough to equal a cup of warm milk or a snooze in the sunshine. I don’t want enough of Him to make me love a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Methodist

Transformed By Jesus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 19, 2024

Acts 9:19b-31 teaches us what happens when Jesus transforms sinners.

Introduction Augustine of Hippo was born in Thagaste, a Roman province of North Africa, in 354 AD. He was raised by a Christian mother, Monica, and a pagan father, Patricius. Augustine’s early life marked by a deep search for meaning and truth, which led him to explore various philosophical and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Practical Transformation Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 26, 2011

We are transformed as the Spirit of God works in us, often through His Word. That transformation, however, shows itself in practical ways like these that Paul discusses.

Practical Transformation (2 Corinthians 1:8-24) 1. Is going to church a privilege or a sentence? It depends upon you and the particular church. For some in Alabama, it is a sentence: 2. BAY MINETTE, Ala. (AP) — Authorities say non-violent offenders in southern Alabama will have a new choice: Go ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transforming Witness

Contributed by Charles Mims on Oct 7, 2012

Evangelism is communication. Communication is something we do every day. We communicate to our children that it is time to get out of bed, we communicate with our wife or our husband, we communicate with our co-workers and supervisors. We use communicatio

Transforming Witness October 7, 2012 Acts 4:23-36 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) Prayer for Boldness 23 After they were released, they went to their own people and reported everything the chief priests and the elders had said to them. 24 When they heard this, they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

Transforming Friendships

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 24, 2017

The gaining of friends depends upon the ability of a person to demonstrate friendliness toward others. Anyone who is a friend himself will always meet others who are eager to return his kindness and interest.

11-7-05 Title: Transforming Friendships Text: “Tychicus, a beloved brother, faithful minister, and fellow servant in the Lord, will tell you all the news about me. I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that he may know your circumstances and comfort your hearts,” (Colossians ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Transformation Of A Fisherman Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jul 16, 2006

Is this the same Peter that denied the Lord three times?

THE BOOK OF ACTS - LESSON # 3 “THE TRANSFORMATION OF A FISHERMAN” Acts 2:14-37 THE TRANSFORMATION BEGINS Vs. 14 - Is this the same Peter that denied knowing the Lord three times? His boldness is evident by his standing and also lifting up his voice. The eleven stood with him. He is speaking ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformed Perspective Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jun 6, 2006

2nd of 3 in Philemon series. A look at how God wants to change the way we look at the world. Emphasis on how complaining comes from not recognizing God’s sovereignty

How would you feel if you were kidnapped, bound and held hostage by a mass murderer on the run? That’s exactly what happened to Ashley Smith in March of last year, when she was abducted by Brian Nichols after he had killed four people escaping the Atlanta courthouse where he was on trial for rape. ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:10-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformed By Christ

Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Aug 15, 2022

Many people who do not know the way to salvation are kept from hearing the gospel because of the prejudice of certain believers. As God's people, we need to be renewed by Christ so we can love people as God loves people.

“TRANSFORMED BY CHRIST” ACTS 10:24-48 This Summer, we have watched the early church grow from its birth on the Day of Pentecost when 3,000 people were saved. In Acts 4, 5,000 more people come to faith in Christ as Savior as the church enjoys its fellowship together. But, then come trouble. One ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:24-48

Denomination: Baptist