Sermons on Witness For The Church:

A Troubled Church Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 28, 2008

Paul begins dealing with the many problems in the carnal Corinthian church

Someone: “The church is like Noah’s Ark: If it were not for the storm on the outside, no one could stand the stench on the inside.” The message of First Corinthians is written to a troubled church. Corinth was full of problems. Paul is writing to that church in order to deal with all of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Is The Church Dead? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 25, 2008

Some today proclaim that the church is an archaic thing of the past and that the church Jesus envisioned isn’t anything like church as we know it today. So let’s go back and examine what church is really supposed to be. And it’s all summed up on one word.

Is the church a thing of the past? So much has been written lately about the demise of the church. Our post modern age seems finished with something so antiquated and old fashioned as the church. In fact, Robert H. Schuller, successor to the Crystal Cathedral said” I think we are entering an era in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Church Of Acts

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 26, 2009

Sermon for "Old Fashioned Sunday"

The Church of Acts (Acts 4:32-35) - Considering Old Time Religion I wondered about some of the old church habits - I wondered about how God would call us today to act knowing what He has already done - Tonight, let’s examine the old church; let’s get honest about what we need to do - Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ideal Church Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 28, 2009

Their ENERGY, their ELECTION, their EXAMPLE, their ENTHUSIASM, and their EXPECTANCY. More than a rough draft, Paul’s first letter to any church was the final word on what a church should be. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

The Ideal Church I Thessalonians 1 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/IdealChurch.html This is Paul’s earliest writing of at least thirteen books. But you couldn’t tell it. It may have been a first draft but that made no difference for he wasn’t the real author. That’s inspiration...perfection from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of Laodocia

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Feb 9, 2009

a message describing the dangers of being like the church of Laodocia.

 Get in or get out 15 I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. Here is a church much like the church today - playing along and giving a semblance of religion. 2Ti 3:5 Having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away. He says ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Biblical Church Series

Contributed by John Mann on Feb 12, 2009

To be a biblical church we have to stop making excuses for not serving and just get involved.

FOCAL POINT: A BIBLICAL CHURCH ME: It has been about 10 years ago since I took a speech class in college. At that point in time, I really hated standing up in front of people and talking about anything. In fact, I even skipped class once so I did not have to give a speech. I never would have ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by John Mann on Feb 12, 2009

We become a healthy church by committing to excellence.

FOCAL POINT: A HEALTHY CHURCH ME: Well, first off, I want to say, Happy New Year. I hope you all had a great new year’s eve, and that you are really looking to have a greatly improved 2009. I know that is on my heart. I desperately want 2009 to be better than 2008. I desire my life to be ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Vibrant Church Series

Contributed by John Mann on Feb 12, 2009

The type of lives we live dictate the impact we have on the unchurched.

FOCAL POINT: A VIBRANT CHURCH ME: So, I am really not a fan of bland food. When I eat food, I want it to taste good. I want it to wake up my senses, I want to be like, yeah this is awesome. And there are just some foods that need to be seasoned so that they wake up your senses. You know, like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Unity In The Church Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Oct 19, 2009

Part 1 of 7 in our teaching series, "TRUE RELIGION", a section by section study through the letter from James to the early church.

To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THIS SERIES. :: James the Author There is some debate within religious circles as to who James actually ...read more

Denomination: *other

Giving To Church Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 20, 2009

Giving is a challenge and a privilege. God offers us a way to be among the blessed as we give in response to God’s grace through our congregation.

Acts 4:32-27 “Giving to Church” INTRODUCTION During the month of October, we are hearing stories of how our brothers and sisters in Christ have discovered the joy and blessings of giving. Shelley Krispin, Carol Baker and now Steve and Deb Weber have shared their journeys. They have seen ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Lutheran

A Picture Of A Church Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Nov 17, 2009

This sermon describes the unity believers had in the early church of hearts and minds.

Intro: Calgary has a new piece of public art. It used to be in Vancouver, where it was temporarily on display, and now it has moved to Calgary for the next little while. It is officially part of the Glenbow museum, on display in a park close to the Saddledome. The piece is entitled, “Device to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Church Matters

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 12, 2007

Does church really matter? It depends.

Acts 9:18-29 Church Matters Woodlawn Baptist Church September 9, 2007 I want to welcome each of you to today’s services! I trust and pray that you enjoy your time with us and more importantly that you connect with God through our time of worship. In last week’s message I dealt with this question: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Church's Foundation

Contributed by David Marks on Oct 3, 2007

The origin of the word Church can be found in the Greek word ecclesia which means “those called out.” So the church is made up of those who have been called out of sin into righteousness (I Peter 2:9). The word Church can refer to individual congregation

What does God desire for the Church in the year 2005? In order for us to answer this question we need to look at what the Church is and how the Church was started. The origin of the word Church can be found in the Greek word ecclesia which means “those called out.” So the church is made up of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Church Important?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 28, 2007

Many life’s were changed and touched.This message with alot of prayer is almost better read with power word for word!

Is Church Important? Text: Hebrews 4:8-13 8 For if Joshua had given them rest, then He would not afterward have spoken of another day. 9 There remains therefore a rest for the people of God. 10 For he who has entered His rest has himself also ceased from his works as God did from His. 11 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's A Church? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 2:9-10

Text: 1 Peter 2:9-10 Title: What’s a Church and What’s It Supposed to do? Date/Place: LSCC, 8/28/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: Tell about the other night at Gary’s house where we were looking at the different antiques on the wall, and him giving us a guess or two on each ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist