Sermons on unified church: showing 46-60 of 141,828

I Am The Vine PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023

To emphasize the importance of staying connected to Jesus, as it is only through Him that we can bear fruit and truly thrive in our spiritual lives.

Good morning, family. Today, we’re going to be diving deep into a passage that’s all about the importance of staying connected to Jesus. We'll be looking at John 15:1-10, and focusing on three key areas: The Necessity of Abiding in Christ, The Benefits of Abiding in Christ, and The Results of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-10

Topics: Unified, Christ

Jesus Prays For (Your Church) Series

Contributed by Tony Mccreery on Aug 22, 2009

Sermon 2 in a series seeking God’s glory. Jesus prays for all of us in John 17. For us to experience the fullness of God’s Glory we must seek out unity

Jesus Prays for Central John 17:20-26 Over the last few weeks we have been talking about the church and the fact that God wants the church to function like a body- one body many parts. The fact is that it takes every member doing their part for the church to function as one in unity. For the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Healthy Church

Contributed by Delbert Evans on Jan 17, 2001

A Biblical formula for a healthy church

The Biblical Formula For A Healthy Church Introduction: Many are looking for ways to have a healthy church. Proposition: The Bible alone can show us how to grow a healthy church. The following Biblical revelation shows us how to grow a healthy church. 1. It Was A Caring ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-47

Denomination: Holiness

Church Growth PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the importance of a strong, unified, and spirit-filled church community as the foundation for church growth and as a means to conquer worldly challenges.

Good morning, church family. I'm delighted to see you all sitting there, ready to be filled with the word of God. Today, we'll be diving into the heart of Matthew 16:18. It says, "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Topics: Church Growth, Spirit-Filled Community

The Day Of Pentecost: Unified Diversity

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 3, 2019

The Holy Spirit can heal the factions among us and bring us into unity with God and others. Then our mission is liberated because our focus is on Jesus's great commission​.

Pentecost: Unified Diversity Sermon by The Rev. Rian Adams Pentecost is a strange day on the church calendar because we want to celebrate, but the Acts reading about speaking in tongues and erratic spiritual experiences is a little unsettling. I’ve learned that if we talk too often about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal

The Church And The Community

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 22, 2002

What is the churches relationship to the community from Gods perspective? A City on a hill, salt and light.

Matt 16:13-18 Upon this Rock I will build my church and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Jesus church is a strong church A unified church: Jn 17: 21 –22 That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Accord

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 26, 2022

As a pastor I find this verse of scripture amazing. Why? Because this verse tells us two amazing things: the New Testament church was:

• IN ONE ACCORD • IN ONE PLACE. Accomplishing either one of these would be marvelous, but to accomplish both is astounding. Illus: This couldn’t be a Baptist Church!!! Can you imagine getting everyone to attend. Illus: Occasionally, many churches have a “NO EXCUSE SUNDAY,” trying to get ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Church In The World Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 26, 2006

The Church in the world is to posses certain characteristics in order to be effective in the world and fulfill the eternal purpose of God. Part #2

“The Church in the World” By District Elder M. L. Maughmer, Jr. The second phase of the metamorphosis is the maturation phase it is the phase where action happens. It is in this phase that growth happens. Understand that when we say growth we are not talking about numbers, but character. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Apostolic

Unity In The Community

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 3, 2018

In keeping in line with your Theme, I believe the text references unity as it relates to the body of Christ. If we have no unity within the body of Christ – it is futile to attempt to bring Unity with the local community in which we live.

TITLE: UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY SCRIPTURE: I CORINTHIANS 1:10-15 I stand this afternoon honored and consider it a privilege to share in this great marriage between Church and Pastor. What a wonderful celebration we have had unto this point. The foundation has been laid to help us receive the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Hub

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on May 27, 2010

Christ and the cross unify the church when they are kept the priority of the church.

Title: The Hub Text: I Corinthians 1:10-17 Truth: Christ and the cross unify the church when they are kept the priority of the church. Aim: To move members to yield more fully to Lordship. Life ?: How does a church keep Christ and the cross the unifying priority? INTRODUCTION Mercifully, for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Protect Our Church

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jul 21, 2002

In this sermon I talk about the importance of maintaining unity in the church and give practical ways a church can protect against disunity.

How To Protect Our Church MESSAGE DISCLAIMER: Most of this message material was taken from a sermon Rick Warren (Saddleback Church) preached to his core leadership. This sermon fit right in with what our church is (was) going through at the time. I used the manuscript from his "Leadership Lifter" ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-24, Ephesians 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 26, 2014

Christ, as head of the church, gave us a model that will lead to unity and love. Are we listening?

Today we begin a short two week series covering what I think is one of the most relevant sections of the New Testament for us today. It gives a very concise, clear picture of how the church and the family are to operate according to God’s design. So please join me as we read Ephesians chapter ...read more

From Inward Seeking To Outward Serving

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 22, 2021

The very best place to be is in a church that is unified and handling well the threats to unity. The very worst is a church that is splintered, full of cliques and getting worse each year.

Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

When Christians Disagree Series

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Aug 1, 2008

Let the people of God be together,one heart and one mind.

Note: This is the sermon manuscript that Ben carried into the pulpit. Feel free to use it in any way to advance the kingdom of God. Christianity 101: When Christians Disagree Romans 14 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Morning, July 13, 2008 We have been working our way through the book of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Church In The Mind Of God Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 19, 2006

Is the church today the church that God had in mind. What did God have in mind for the church and what is the true purpose of the church. The church that Jesus built is different then the church today. Part #1

“The Church in the Mind of God” by District Elder M. L. Maughmer, Jr. Opening: “The Church in the Mind of God” This topic speaks greatly within itself. It is the church in the mind of God, not in the mind of man. It is not the church in the mind of some political organization that is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Apostolic