Sermons on Unified Body:

What Is The Church? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 11, 2007

This sermon is the first in a short series of messages on the church, and it examines what the church of Jesus Christ is.

Scripture For the next four weeks or so I would like to interrupt my series in Paul’s letter to the Romans and preach a short series of sermons on the church. I am doing so for the following reason. Over the course of this past year the Session of the Tampa Bay Presbyterian church has been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stewardship Of God's People: His Sheep

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 14, 2007

A look at the shepherding function in the local church. It is not just ordained pastors who have a responsibility. Every seasoned believer is part of this process.

Stewardship of God’s Sheep; His People Pastor Eric J. Hanson October 15, 2006 Introduction As I began to prepare the message, the Holy Spirit moved me in a different direction. He showed me that within the life of each local church, there is another type of broad and overarching stewardship, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is A True Church? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 18, 2007

How does one distinguish a true church from a false church? This sermon examines three marks that define a true church of Christ.

Scripture Last week I began a short series of sermons on the topic of the church. Jesus is building his church. All over the world, whether in urban or rural areas, in densely or sparsely populated areas, or in places hostile or friendly toward Christianity, Jesus is building his church. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

He's Not Heavy, He's My Brother Series

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Aug 20, 2007

Sermon # 20 in Galatains Series. Builds on previous text from sermon 19, the battle within Spirit versus Flesh, this is practical example of living "in step" with the Spirit.

Gal 6: 1-2 INTRODUCTION PATRICK HENRY HUGHES (EXAMPLE OF BURDENS SHARED) BLIND, CRIPPLED DADS RESPONSE PATRICKS GROWTH/TALENT DADS COMMITTMENT/SACR. EACH FOCUSED ON THE OTHER GAL 6:1-2 CONT. OF LIVING IN SPIRIT PRACTICAL SITUATION I. CAUGHT IN SIN A. THE SLIP BY BELIEVER OVERTAKEN, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Aspects Of A Vibrant Church

Contributed by Greg Barron on Aug 21, 2007

To illustrate six aspects that should be present in every vibrant church.

Paul and his team had come to Troas when Paul had received a vision at night in which he saw a man from Macedonia pleading with him to come and help them. Immediately they went to Macedonia concluding that the Lord had called them to preach the gospel to them. They went through Philippi where ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Aspects Of A Vibrant Church Series

Contributed by Greg Barron on Aug 21, 2007

To illustrate six aspects that should be present in every vibrant church.

Aspects of a Vibrant Church 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 1. They had great conviction and assurance. v5 a. First in salvation. John 16:8-11 b. Second in proclamation. 1 Corinthians 1:18, Romans 1:16 2. They became imitators of Paul and Jesus. v6 a. Paul said to follow him. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Closer Than A Brother

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 25, 2007

In this text, Paul lists some good friends, which could be categorized in this way. 1- Staying friends 2- Praying friends 3- Straying friends

INTRO.- Do you know what is closer than a brother? A good friend. A faithful friend is closer than a brother. Prov. 18:24 “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” Do you have a friend who sticks closer than a brother? Or did you ever? ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Caring For Oneanother

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Apr 17, 2007

Christ followers are to care for each others needs in the body of Christ.

Caring for Oneanother Gal 6:1-5 Peanuts- Lucy asks Charlie Brown “Why are we here on earth?” Charlie Brown, “To make others happy.” Lucy -“Then why are others here?” Most Americans would answer, “To make me happy!” You don’t think so? So why are so many upset with others when they don’t make ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Gates Of Hell Series

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Apr 17, 2007

A familiar phrase in the church, but what was Jesus trying to say when he said this to Peter? The enemy of our souls is real and he seeks to destroy, but the church has a promise that should bring peace, joy and action...

One of the first things that any foreigner, like myself, should buy when they come to this country is a collection of Aussie terms and phrases. In our first few months of living here I heard things that left me scratching my head wondering, “What on earth does that mean?” Unforgettable phrases ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

What The World Needs Now Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 18, 2007

IN the aftermath of the VA Tech massacre, we need to respond by allowing the world a "Glimpse of the Love of God" through us, the church.

“WHAT THE WORLD NEEDS NOW” 1 John 4:7-12 The 1960’s were tumultuous at best. A lot of the cultural seeds planted in the 60’s are being harvested today. This past week we have been shocked into disbelief at the gunning down of 30+ college students who, without warning, through no fault of their ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12, 1 John 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Being God's Church

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2007

As God’s Church we gather together to worship God as his people; to remember Jesus’ death on the cross on our behalf; to build one another up; to stir one another up to love and good works; and to encourage one another to persevere to the end.

What does it mean to be God’s Church? That is, God’s people, literally ’called out’ of the world. Why should we meet regularly with other believers in this place? What do we think we’re doing when we gather here Sunday after Sunday? Perhaps you’ve never really stopped to think about those sorts of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: Anglican

Better Together Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Apr 26, 2007

The intorduction to 40 Days of Comunity campaign

40 Days of Community “Better Together” April 15, 2007 Intro: As humans, we are created to live together. This past week, Paul Watzlawick died. He was a revolutionary psychotherapist who believed that the key to overcoming emotional issues in life was not self-analysis but effective ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

7 Truths About The Church

Contributed by Ron Callen on Apr 26, 2007

The church is the body of Christ. It is not a building or an event. 24/7 x 365 days a year, we are the church!

7 Truths About the Church Ephesians 5:25-32 Introduction: What is the church? Is it a building? Is it an event? Does church begin when the doors are unlocked on Sunday morning? Does it end when the last light is off and the doors are locked? Does church begin when the music director begins ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Polite?

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Apr 27, 2007

Four qualities of Christian "politeness". Our relationships one to another in the Church.

I. INTRODUCTION – EVERY COUNTRY & CULTURE HAS A SENSE OF POLITENESS: A. In General Politeness Is All About: 1. Being considerate 2. Being thoughtful 3. Being patient 4. Being kind 5. Being courteous 6. Being grateful B. Every Country & Culture Has A Sense Of Politeness…Redneck Etiquette 1. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is Community?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 29, 2007

Living in Christian community means: 1. Unity in love. 2. Focusing on Jesus. 3. We lose ourselves in service.

What Is Community? John 17:15-21 I talked with a friend and her husband from another town this week who are having trouble with their teenage daughter. They have been to court several times because she is completely out of control. They have also taken her to professional counselors who have ...read more

Scripture: John 17:15-21

Denomination: Methodist