Sermons on unity of christ: showing 616-630 of 177,865

Parting Words

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 16, 2015

When we die to our earthly lives, we live for Christ. Happiness depends on happenings in our lives, but joy depends on Jesus. Submission leads to happiness and joy. It mends our wounded souls.

What would you say to someone if you knew that you were seeing them for the last time? If you were dying, what would be the last words you would say to your family and friends? If you’ve ever thought about the answers to these questions, then you can appreciate what was going through ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Synergy Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 19, 2010

Get energized to synergize! Synergy – “We are stronger together.”

Sermon: 2 – Synergy – “We are stronger together.” Illustration: A Bugs Life! From Group’s Blockbuster Movie Illustrations - pages 133, 134. Points are also used from their outline in their book. Overview – Hopper explains to his gang that one ant may be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:25-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New Way Of Relating - Mutual Submission Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

The key to relating in God’s church is mutual submission. This aaplies to everyone in the church, young and old, male and female.

We come today to one of those difficult passages, that most preachers would prefer to avoid if at all possible. What we find here isn’t particularly popular in today’s world. Ours is an age of liberation. The idea of submission to authority is at variance with modern ideas of permissiveness and ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

United We Stand, Divided We Fall

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007

Importance of unity

INTRO: A man was visiting a place where many dangerous mentally-ill patients were housed. The man was terribly shaken because there were only three guards to watch over 100 inmates. The man questioned the guard, “Aren’t you afraid that these people will unite and overpower you?” The guard’s reply ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Humility: The Key To A Like-Minded Church Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 4, 2003

I know God has great plans and great purpose for this church. It could be threatened by disharmony. From people not being likeminded. We need to pray and use these incentives to claim like-mindedness for the sake and cause of Jesus Christ.

Introduction There was a young man who was a candidate for the ministry. He was about to preach his very first sermon. As he went up to preach he new he was well prepared and he had confidence in his abilities. Before he started to preach the veteran pastor who saw him approach the pulpit with an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit Love For All

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 24, 2018

Saints do not let anyone tell you that you are a second class Christian because you do not speak in tongues or walk on fire or survive snake bites. Such testing and qualifying today is not of the Spirit but is of men not God. Without love I am nothing.

Holy Spirit Love for All 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Acts 10:44-48 Have you ever noticed that this Christian life does not always go according to the script that you and I think it should follow? Just like when you go to a live theater performance people forget their lines. Sometimes we as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Acts 10:44-48, John 3:16-17, 1 John 5:1-6, John 15:9-12, John 15:16-17, Galatians 5:22-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Blueprint For Building

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

with Christ as our foundation, we as a church and as individuals need to make sure we build with the right materials; make sure we stay God-centered; we need to rely on the Lord's strength and wisdom and avoid the temptation to take shortcuts

This church building was constructed about nine years ago. These are the blueprints for our church. Whoever put them together did a fine job, and they provided direction for the folks who built this structure which we often call First Baptist Church. It is good to keep in mind, though, that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Heal A Dysfunctional Church?

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on May 20, 2003

This sermon addresses the body of christ in a thought provoking way! It ministers to our "hurting" congregations and let people know that we MUST reach out to our brethern and put away our masks of deception called "holier than thou"!

EVANGELIST CAROLYN MALAIKA FOSTER-BROOKS THE MINISTRY OF S.A.R.A.H. (serenity*atonement*restoration & healing) Lyons, GA. May 18, 2003 *sermon delivered at White Chapel MB Church Lyons, Georgia PRAYER: Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your Divine message that was revealed to ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Diversity Of Spiritual Gifts In Contributing Toward Unity Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 13, 2018

We must make a distinction between “spiritual gifts” and natural abilities. When you were born into this world God gave you certain natural abilities, perhaps in mechanics, art, athletics, or music. In this regard, all men are not created equal . . .

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 8/13/17 Lesson 17: The Diversity of Spiritual Gifts in Contributing Toward Unity (Ephesians 4:7-16) Ephesians 4:7-16 (KJV) 7 But unto every one of us is given grace according to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Worthy Of The Gospel Of Chris Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

Philippians - Manual of Joy Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel of Christ

Philippians - Manual of Joy Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel of Christ Philipians 1:27-2:1-4 David Taylor Paul is concerned about unity because it is a blemish to the glory of God and hinders the mission of God. Most, if not all of us at, have had grievances with the church. Some of us even ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing Christ Vs. Knowing About Christ.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 25, 2001

Year C. Fifth Sunday in Lent April 1st , 2001

Year C. Fifth Sunday in Lent April 1st , 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Philippians 3: 4b -14 Title: “Knowing Christ vs. Knowing About Christ.” A few verses above in chapter three ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Binding Hearts: Family Unity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 16, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of fostering familial bonds within the Christian community, reflecting God's love and support through empathy, kindness, and shared responsibility.

Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of God's unending love and grace. We come together not as strangers, but as a family bound by the love of our Heavenly Father. We come together not as individuals, but as a collective body of Christ, united ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1, Romans 12:15, Galatians 6:2

Topics: Emotional Bonds, Family

Maintaining Unity Through Humility Series

Contributed by Brian Stevenson on Jun 5, 2008

We must have humility to maintain the unity needed to advance the gospel.

Prenote: After delivering this sermon, it would have been better as two separate sermons! Too much information! Introduction: I learned of a man who was out on a walk one day when he saw another man about to throw himself from a bridge into the river. He ran over to save him. “Why are you ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Unity In The Church Through Humility

Contributed by John Stensrud on Jun 11, 2001

An expository sermon that instructs us how to achieve unity in our churches

Unity Comes Through Humility – Philippians 2.1-11 Meassage given by John Stensrud at Immanuel Baptist Church on Sunday, June 10, 2001 Tonto and the Lone Ranger were riding through a canyon together when all of a sudden both sides were filled with Indian warriors on horses, dressed for battle. The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Our Unity In Our Faith Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 16, 2007

Our unity tells the world that they need Jesus.

Our Unity in Our Faith Unity, Harmony, and Community – Part 2 John 17:6-19 For the past couple of months, there has been this new advertising campaign entitled “Du bist Deutschland” (You are Germany). It has been a cooperative public service campaign that was designed to inspire confidence in the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Baptist