Sermons on We Are The Church:

Restoring A Sinner (Church Discipline)

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 11, 2017

The Bible gives us clear direction on how to restore a sinner to fellowship.

Restoring a Sinner October 8, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The Bible gives us clear direction on how to restore a sinner to fellowship. Focus Passage: Matthew 18:15-17 Supplemental Passage: "MY SON, DO NOT REGARD LIGHTLY THE DISCIPLINE OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Callousing Of The North American Church

Contributed by David Smith on Jul 11, 2001

Addressing the whys of hard hearts in the pews - and out

The Callousing of the North American Church Mark 16:14 Afterward he appeared unto the eleven as they sat at meat, and upbraided them with their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they believed not them which had seen him after he was risen. (KJV) Illustration - John’s first day at work ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:14, Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Much Is The Church Worth

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 2, 2002

Ephesians presents a picture of the glorious church and her value in the eyes of God.

Ephesians presents to us portraits of the church as the body and bride of Christ as perhaps no other book in the New Testament does. The church is also referred to as the family of believers, and pictured as the army of God fully protected in armor and wielding the mighty sword of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Does Church Attendance Matter?

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 5, 2011

A sermon that encourages church attendance

"Does Church Attendance Matter?" Hebrews 10:25 Hebrews 10:25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. I. It matters because submission to God's Word matters -- "Not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Baptist

Does Church Attendance Matter?

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 18, 2012

A sermon to encourage faithful church attendance.

“Does Church Attendance Matter” Hebrews 10:24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Job Came To My Church

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Oct 26, 2021

I don't like poor people in my congregation

Yes, he did. What a strange man! First, he looked sick with boils all over which he kept itching. Everyone kept a safe distance from him, then one by one they started fleeing. I knew , I would be left with empty pews, so I called security, what would you have done? The man smelt , ok, he reeked ...read more

Scripture: James 2:2-9

The Lord Builds His Church

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 17, 2022

The Lord builds his church on Christ the Cornerstone. The Lord joins his church together with the Holy Scriptures.

THE LORD BUILDS HIS CHURCH (Outline) September 18, 2022 – Pentecost 15 – EPHESIANS 2:19-22 INTRO: Without the Lord nothing is possible. With the Lord all things are possible. Even the impossible. "If the LORD does not build the house, it is useless for the builders to work hard over it. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Boasting About Our Church Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 19, 2015

God would have us boast about our church and encourage each other. He would not have us criticize & shame one another. Churches that encourage one another bring refreshment to all who enter their fellowship.

2 CORINTHIANS 7:12-16 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] BOASTING ABOUT OUR CHURCH The Corinthians church's awakening by Paul's harsh letter cause them to repent, to wake up and realize what was really going on in the church and their responsibility to correct it. Their awakening to their church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Ephesian Church And The Word Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 19, 2012

The growth of the first-century church of Ephesus shows how the Word of God overcomes world-systems by the power of the Holy Spirit.

21 May 2012 Verbum Domini The Word of God, Jesus, has overcome the world. Today’s reading from Acts gives us a glimpse of how the Word overcomes. The Word of God overcomes the world through the working of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the disciples. The foundation and growth of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-20

Denomination: Catholic

The Unsung Hero Of The Early Church

Contributed by Mike Turner on Aug 10, 2003

Barnabas was perfectly willing to take backseat, to play second fiddle, and to stand in the shadows. He is truly one of the unsung heroes of the early church.

The Unsung Hero Of The Early Church Acts 4:36-37 I never truly appreciated Barnabas, and his contributions to the church, and the cause of Christ until the last week. I am now convinced that Barnabas is the unsung hero of the early church. The first thing that you’ll notice about Barnabas ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

Purpose Of The Church - Part One Series

Contributed by James Capps on Mar 11, 2003

An overview of the Five Purposes of the church from the Purpose Driven Church by Rick Warren.

The Purpose of the Church Exodus 9:16 & Philipians 2:1-11 Part 1 – overview Everyone has a purpose. Everything we do that is worthwhile has a purpose God gave us the church with a purpose in mind…why is it that so many times the church seems so out of touch then? I think when the world, that’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:16, Philippians 2:1-11, Exodus 9:1-35

Denomination: Methodist

Curing Church Conflict-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014

2 of 3. James revealed the solution to conflict within the local church body. Church conflict can be cured. But how? The cure for church conflict is challenged/hindered by....

CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—II—James 4:1-17 Attention: A man limps into a hospital to have his foot X-rayed, & is asked to wait for the results. Some time later an orderly appears & hands the man a large pill. As he’s handed the pill, a mother with a small child in need of immediate ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Church That Made Jesus Sick Series

Contributed by William Morris on Jun 28, 2006

SEVENTH IN SERIES OF SEVEN SERMONS ON THE SEVEN CHURCHES OF ASIA MINOR, SPECIFICALLY THE CHURCH AT LAODECIA

Sermon By: Dr. Todd Morris Title: The Church That Made Jesus Sick (Seven Churches #7) Text: Revelation 3:14-22 Date: June 25, 2006 Intro. Today we reach the last of the seven churches in our series on the seven churches of Revelation. A couple of these churches have been good, but in reality ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Curing Church Conflict-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014

3 of 3. James revealed the solution to conflict within the local church body. Church conflict can be cured. But how? The cure for church conflict is challenged/hindered by....

CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—III—James 4:1-17 Attention: This sermon hit home for many!! A zookeeper wanted to get some extra animals for his zoo, so he decided to compose a letter. The only problem was that he didn't know the plural of "mongoose." He started the letter: "To whom it may ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Message To His Churches Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 23, 2016

The analysis of the vision of Christ as set forth in Revelation 1:12-20 teaches us about the glorified Christ.

Scripture We are currently in a series of messages titled, “Christ’s Message to the Seven Churches,” that is based on the first three chapters of the Book of Revelation. Previously, we looked at the prologue of Christ’s revelation, Christ’s greeting to his churches, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed