Sermons on Woke Churches:

Clarifying Our Mission And Purpose, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008

Unless we know who we are, where we are going and who we are trying to minister to, how can we fulfil our mission as a church family?

What are we aiming for? Clarifying our mission and purpose Part 2 Review: Write down on a paper, last weeks main point of the message. Put your name at the top of the paper and pass it forward. The main thrust of the message was, Do we know who we are as a church? What do we stand ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Mennonite

Minichurch

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Oct 18, 2009

This message is for all the smaller ministries and churches out there: I hope it encourages you to know small is not a bad thing when it comes to church and ministry - God is more interested in testimonies than attendance.

God loves doing the big with the small God loves doing big things with small things. 
 A great example of that is the story of Gideon. 
 Judges 6-8 The Midianites oppress Israel for 7 years. God tells Gideon that He will use him to defeat the Midianites. Gideon is scared and doubtful ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does A New Testament Church Look Like

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 9, 2011

Here are 16 essential characteristics of a healthy and biblically sound church.

WHAT DOES A NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH LOOK LIKE? By Owen Carey and Eric Hanson Within Christian circles, many people have some idea of what a New Testament Church is. There is a widespread problem, however, of incomplete understanding of this. We tend to not see the whole picture that is laid out for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“committed To His House”

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 29, 2013

Like Israel, out of gratitude for His amazing grace toward us, we need to be committed to His house.

“Committed to His House” Nehemiah 10:39b “...we will not neglect the house of our God.” Time and time again God demonstrated His inexhaustible amazing grace to the nation of Israel. They are reminded by Ezra of God’s providential care for them. Out of gratitude for ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:39

Denomination: Baptist

When Churches Become Dens Of Thieves. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2024

Jesus' words still echo through the ages, "You have made it a den of thieves" (Matthew 21:13).

Jesus' words still echo through the ages, "You have made it a den of thieves" (Matthew 21:13). He spoke these words to the religious leaders of His time, rebuking them for profaning the temple with their selfish desires and materialistic pursuits. Today, we must ask ourselves that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:13, Psalm 24:3-4, Psalm 100:2

Be A Sunday School Booster

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 21, 2002

There are many reasons for being a Sunday School booster.

INTRO.- ILL.- "Say, Dad, did you go to Sunday School when you were a boy?" "Yes, son, I went all the time." "Well, then, I guess it won’t do me any good either." I beg to differ with that boy. SUNDAY SCHOOL WILL DO A PERSON SOME GOOD, A WORLD OF GOOD! Some of my best times as a youngster in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Should I Bother Joining A Church?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 11, 2021

The message explores biblical reasons for open union with a local congregation.

“It is actually reported that there is sexual immorality among you, and of a kind that is not tolerated even among pagans, for a man has his father’s wife. And you are arrogant! Ought you not rather to mourn? Let him who has done this be removed from among you. “For though absent in body, I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Is Not A Social Club, But A Sacred Community Of Believers. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2024

The Christian faith, once rooted in Scripture and tradition, is facing a crisis in modern churches

As I stepped into the church, I couldn't help but feel like I was entering a clubhouse rather than a sacred space. The atmosphere was lively, but it lacked the reverence and awe that comes with being in God's presence. This experience got me thinking – have we lost sight of the true purpose ...read more

Scripture: John 5:39

Satan's Plan To Destroy Our Church

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Satan uses subtle techniques to destroy the Church.

Thesis: Satan uses subtle techniques to destroy the Church. Intro.: 1. Satan is trying to destroy our church! a. Not by false teaching (know Bible too well); not by persecution (it would only make us stronger). b. His techniques are subtle (1 Pet. 5:8; Eph. 6:10-12). 2. At least 7 ways Satan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-11

Thirty Steps To Planting And Growing A Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Model your new church after the first century model found in Acts 2:41-47: "Those who accepted his message were baptized and about 3,000 were added to their number that day. They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the b

Jesus said, "I will build my church and the gates of hell will not prevail against it." (Matthew 16:18) 1. Begin by assembling together local people who are committed to Christ, to the growth of His church and the great commission. Once you have a group of people who are committed to carrying out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Should I Go To Church?

Contributed by M Spurgeon on Oct 18, 2000

Intro. Our text records the experiences of a good man, who in an evil hour was tempted to call it quits.

Intro. Our text records the experiences of a good man, who in an evil hour was tempted to call it quits. he felt that heaven had terribly mistreated the person who was tryhing to do the right thing. The "bad guy" seemed to be winning. have you felt the same thing? My freind, you cannot afford to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:28

How To Help Resolve Conflicts In The Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to Resolve or Prevent Conflicts

How to Resolve or Prevent Conflicts (Acts 15:1-35) Conflicts, like the one in Acts 15, often occur because of differences of perspectives. Some people viewed the will of God differently because of their personal, cultural or religious conditioning. Resolving conflicts should always begin by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The New Millennium Needs A New Church

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Jan 9, 2001

The world is a different place. The church of Jesus Christ must change if we are to be the salt and light and aroma of our Savior!

This morning we’re going to view a video clip. Don’t worry about understanding the dialogue in this segment. In this clip, you’ll see two men walking through an airport terminal. As they walk and talk, their voices are slightly muffled and there is someone making announcements over a public address ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Church (Vbs) Is All About

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 10, 2001

This message is a youth sermon to help young people understand the importance of church and Vacation Bible School.

WHAT CHURCH (VBS) IS ALL ABOUT James 1:19-22 INTRO.- What is church all about? And what about SS and VBS? I want to begin by sharing some stories I found which are about church, Sunday School and VBS. ILL.- A Sunday School teacher asked her students, “Do you believe that story about Lot’s wife ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Christians Think About The Church Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 17, 2001

Four word pictures about the church for people investigating the Christian faith.

Back when I was a college intern here at LBF Church, we sent some college students on a short-term missions trip to London. While they did street ministry in London they stayed in an abandoned church in downtown London. You see, London is littered with abandoned churches that were once packed with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Romans 12:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational