Sermons about Unity Among Parties

Eating The Elephant Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 19, 2001

based on 40 ratings

| 6,151 views

Cooperation in ministry is vital. Here are the marks of a cooperating church

July 22, 2001 Doing the work of ministry is like eating an elephant¡Kyou take one bite at a time! The reason is obvious¡Kthe hide of an elephant, is thick, tough, and the elephant doesn¡¦t let go of it without a fuss! In the same way, ministry can be an uphill struggle: „Ñ People get saved one ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

It's His Party And He Want You Go

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Aug 1, 2002

based on 18 ratings

| 2,607 views

Jesus Christ paid the price for us to Go to heaven

IT’S HIS PARTY AND HE WANTS YOU TO BE THERE Psalm 23:3 "He guides me in paths of righteousness for His name sake.” There is a story of a church member who was invited to a Christmas cookie swap party. It was a simple plan for in order for you to come you, you only had to bring a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Wesleyan

All Kinds Of People Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jul 9, 2001

based on 84 ratings

| 11,498 views

Five reasons why God wants our church to welcome all kinds of people who share a common faith in Christ with us.

(Note: This sermon was introduced with a powerpoint presentation set to the song "All Kinds of People" written by Sheryl Crow, Kevin Gilbert and Erick Pressley and performed by Susan Ashton from the "A Distant Call" CD). Why is it that the Christian community is divided over many of the very same ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 1 - Unity Through Truth Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 29, 2006

based on 7 ratings

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Unity is vital to any church, but the Bible does not teach unity at all cost. Part 1 of this series examines the Biblical concept of Unity through the truth of scripture.

Unity and Sound Doctrine (Part 1) Scriptural unity is founded upon sound doctrine and a local church cannot have true unity without building its foundation on the truth of God’s word. A good example of this is explained in Ephesians 4:11-16 11 And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Church- Is It Really Possible? Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Nov 5, 2004

based on 15 ratings

| 2,675 views

Trying to prove to the listener that the church can do amazing things when there is commitment to Christ at the foundation of the church.

The Perfect Church- Is It Really Possible? What is your picture of the perfect world? To me- it includes the perfect church But there is no perfect church What would the perfect church look like? 95% approval rate on a $90 mil. relocation? 3000 person growth in one day? Small groups – growing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Break It Up Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Jun 4, 2007

based on 7 ratings

| 18,770 views

Part of a series in Philippians, this passage deals with dealing with conflict and promoting unity.

Break It Up Phil. 4:1-3 Illus. (SC.com) Abe Lemmons was head basketball coach at the University of Texas for years. Asked if he was bitter at Texas Athletic Director Deloss Dodds who fired him…, he replied, "Not at all, but I plan to buy a glass-bottomed car so I can watch the look on his face ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Every Believer's Value

Contributed by Dean Shriver on Jun 1, 2006

based on 38 ratings

| 11,465 views

Do you ever struggle with other believers? Do you sometimes find yourself looking around wondering if one of your dear brothers or sisters in Christ is ever going to get their act together? When’s he going to get over his sin? Will she ever stop her w

July 31, 2005 EVERY BELIEVER’S VALUE Matthew 18:10-14 Do you ever struggle with other believers? Do you sometimes find yourself looking around wondering if one of your dear brothers or sisters in Christ is ever going to get their act together? When’s he going to get over his sin? Will she ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

"The Danger Of An Undercurrent”

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 28, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 5,810 views

We all have an undercurrent working in our life. There is always someone who wants to break down the group or individual rather than build it up

“The Danger of an Undercurrent” Luke 19: 28-40 Introduction: Have you ever been to a party where it seemed like almost everyone was having a good time and enjoying themselves, but there was that one person who kept driving the group downward? Illustration: “Debbie Downer” Saturday Night Live did ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Division

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 18, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Dissension in the Corinthian church was the first problem addressed by Paul. He introduces the thoughts of this passage with an appeal for unity.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Being much concerned about the rise of denominations in the church, John Wesley tells of a dream he had. In the dream, he was ushered to the gates of Hell. There he asked, “Are there any Presbyterians here?” “Yes!”, came the answer. Then he asked, “Are there any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Peas And Carrots Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2008

based on 3 ratings

| 4,948 views

Exposition of Acts 11:1-18 about the preservation of unity in the early church in the wake of Cornelius’ conversion and Peter’s return to Jerusalem

Text: Acts 11:1-18, Title: Peas and Carrots, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/24/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Forest Gump, peas and carrots B. Background to passage: As we mentioned last week, the entrance of the Gentiles into the Christian community through the providentially arranged meeting of Peter and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Four Characteristics Of A Godly Church

Contributed by Ernest Canell on Jan 16, 2001

based on 325 ratings

| 30,187 views

Do you want your church to be like God’s church?

Four Characteristics of a Godly Church READ Acts2:42-47 Ask you what you might think a silly question— Do you want this church to be like God’s church? This question needs to be asked because the church of today is slipping. Did you know that the United States is the third largest unchurched ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: *other

A Call To Christian Maturity.

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 8, 2006

based on 15 ratings

| 6,716 views

This sermon is taken from 1Cor 3.1-15. Which looks at the divisions in the Church. With a call to Christian Maturity.

1Cor 3.1-15. Divisions in the Church. A call for Christian Maturity We live in a world full of divisions, class, race, politics, morality, leadership etc, so often division spills into the Church. What is needed in the Church today more than ever is Christian maturity. We all need ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Misidentifying The Enemy

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 8, 2002

based on 49 ratings

| 8,078 views

Many misidentify who our real enemy is, and thus fall into spiritual traps.

MISIDENTIFYING THE ENEMY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Job 42:10 And the Lord turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the Lord gave Job twice as much as he had before. Romans 12: 14 Bless them that persecute you, BLESS, and curse not. 15. Rejoice ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:10, Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Peace In The Church Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Apr 29, 2002

based on 56 ratings

| 12,054 views

adapted from Steve Higgs at Merridian Christian

Peace in the church, Live @ peace series Eric A. Snyder, Farwell Church of Christ April 28 2002 It is not our first instinct to accept those that are different than us. This is illustrated the best in Junior High School. Have you ever noticed that junior highers have a label or description for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keeping Harmony In The Church Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004

based on 46 ratings

| 16,864 views

God’s heart is for harmony in the church.

Roger Staubach, who led the Dallas Cowboys to an NFL championship after the 1971 season and was voted Super Bowl MVP, admitted that his position as a quarterback who didn’t call his own signals was a source of frustration for him. Coach Tom Landry sent in every play from the sidelines. The coach ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

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