Sermons on Unified Body:

Who We Are In Christ As Church Member

Contributed by Thomas Perdana on Aug 8, 2006

When we become a christian we have new identity in Christ, and our view toward each other in the church must reflect that fact.

Here is the text from our Bible today: 15 And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again. 16 So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

La Iglesia Y Su Proposito

Contributed by Stephen Boldin on Aug 9, 2006

What is the purpose of the church and how do we fulfill that purpose.

El Proposito de la Iglesia Efesios 4:7-16 Estamos viviendo en un tiempo donde la la iglesia tiene menos y menos influencia sobre la comunidad. Muchos argumentan que la mas grande desafio que la iglesia enfrenta hoy no es en desaparecerse, sino ser irevelante. Dios dice asi en su palabra en 1 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Shall We Possess

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Sep 1, 2004

There certain things we must possess if we as individuals and we as the body of Christ are going to be great kingdom people abd kingdom churches.

“What Shall We Possess?” Numbers 13 & 14 I. We Must Possess God’s Plan (13:1-2) A. God’s Plan is Communicated (v. 1) 1. It is Communicated Through Prayer 2. It is Communicated Through His Word B. God’s Plan Requires Leadership (v. 2c) C. God’s Plan is a Sure Thing (v. 2b) II. We Must Possess ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Running With A Vision

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Sep 2, 2004

When we ask God to give us a vision for our church there are some things we must do. This message points out these things.

Running With a Vision Habakkuk 2:1-4 I. Running With Vision Begins With Praying and Waiting (v.1) A. We Must Inquire of God (Hab. 1:2-17) B. We Must Have Patience (v. 1a) C. We Must Listen (v. 1b) D. We Must Be Prepared to Answer (v. 1c) II. Running With Vision Has Requirements (v. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Willing Bride

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

...we must make ourselves ready for His coming. We have a lot to do for this preparation, but we also must be willing to serve Him and call Him Master and Lord.

As we studied last Sunday night, we are the Bride of Christ. We are anticipating the coming of the Groom. He is coming soon take us to be with Him, forever. Revelations 19 tells that we will be clothed in “fine linen, clean and bright”. We will see Christ in His strength and power taking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:3-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

House Of Prayer

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 10, 2004

Jesus was clear that he saw God’s house differently than many who were in it.

House of Prayer- Cornwall Cornwall September 4, 2004 On two occasions, Jesus called attention to the state of the worship that occurred in and around the Temple in Jerusalem. From each, we learn something of great value to us, as we gather to worship God today, here in Cornwall, Ontario, in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living With Purpose Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 10, 2004

Actually living with purpose will free us for God’s work.

Living with Purpose Purpose Driven Life #40 Montreal/Cornwall June 19, 2004 Today, we conclude our series of 40 messages on the theme of living with purpose. We have taken a great deal of time to consider the five biblical purposes God sets before us, and to think about ways these apply in ...read more

Scripture: John 13:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Saints, Taints, And Ain'ts

Contributed by Bishop Daryl Townes on Sep 12, 2004

three catogories of the beliver

SAINTS, TAINTS, AND AIN’TS text: ROMANS 8:6-8 INTRODUCTION THERE ARE MANY CLASSIFICATION OF PEOPLE IN THE WORLD TODAY IN TO DAYS SOCIETY WE HAVE THE HIGH CLASS, MEANING THE WEALTHY THEN THERE IS THE MIDDLE CLASS, THOSE WHOSE LIVE COMFORTABLE AND LASTLY THE LOW CLASS, THOSE WHO ARE LIVE IN ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Do You Answer To? Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 14, 2004

Accountibility is needed in the church because real change rarely happens alone.

Who Do You Answer to? I Samuel 2:12-29 Introduction: While deer hunting in southern Ohio this past week I had a sad story related to me.I was talking to a youth pastor while we were waiting to start hunting, and he asked if I had huntedwith a man named Billy (not his real name). I told ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-29

Denomination: Wesleyan

Christ Concern To His Church

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 14, 2004

Jesus showed His loving care to the church of Ephesus. He commended them, warned them and challenged them with a promise.

I. Jesus commended them. Vs. 2-3,6 A. For their deeds, hard work and perseverance vs. 2-3 B. For not imitating the Nicolaitans v.6 II. Jesus warned them. Vs. 4-5 A. For loosing their zeal for God B. For acting with wrong motives III. Jesus challenged them. V.7 A. To overcome their sins B. To ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Falling In Love With Jesus"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Sep 15, 2004

Christians are the "Bride of Christ". This message follows that theme, showing our relationship to Jesus, our Groom.

“Falling In Love With Jesus” INTRODUCTION: The theme of our Revival services several weeks ago was “Falling In Love With Jesus”. Today, I want to continue with this theme. Andy Cook touched on the subject of the Christian as the “Bride of Christ”. This concept has been churning in my heart and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Growing As A Church- The Principle Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 17, 2004

This is sermon 3 of 14 based on Bob Russell’s Book "When God Builds A Church". THis mesaage deals with the principle of fellowship

INTRODUCTION „X With the birth of my second grandson, I had a thought. „X What is the most enjoyable part of being a parent? Is it the birth process or watching that little baby take its¡¦ first steps, say its¡¦ words, getting her first strike out on the mound, hitting that first round tripper, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Broken And Restored Community

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 8, 2003

Allowing our Church to become a true spiritual community rather than just another dusty, antiquated, ecclesiastical organization.

BROKENNESS IS REALIZATION THAT LIFE IS TOO MUCH FOR US, NOT JUST BECAUSE THERE IS TOO MUCH PAIN BUT ALSO BECAUSE WE’RE TOO SELFISH! BROKENNESS IS REALIZING ALMIGHTY GOD IS ALL WE HAVE! HOPE IS REALIZING GOD IS ALL WE NEED! JOY IS REALIZING GOD IS ALL WE WANT. IMAGINE IF WE WOULD ALL TAKE THIS TO ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-3

Denomination: Free Methodist

The New Testament Church; Its Ministry Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 16, 2003

The ministry of the specially gifted, the ministry of all God’s people, and the benefits of an "every member"ministry.

The Church; Its Ministry Ephesians 4:7-16 INTRO.: In Ephesians, Paul seems to be possessed of the idea of expressing the glory and majesty of the Church and her unique place in God’s plan of the ages. He begins the fourth chapter with a plea for unity in the Church. He says all Christians are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16, Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Left Out, But Locked In

Contributed by Todd Fetters on Mar 16, 2003

The Big Idea: When, as a Christian you feel left out of this world, the good news is that you are still locked into God.

LEFT OUT BUT LOCKED IN Living Courageously In A World that Doesn’t Want You, Knowing Confidently that God Does INTRODUCTION 1. When I last checked, none of us are living as Christians under any direct pressure to reject Christ. In fact, in our society, having a little Christianity is still okay ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Brethren