Sermons on real church: showing 31-45 of 156,135

The Seven Churches Revealed—last Man Standing.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 21, 2020

Today we’re looking at the seven churches of Revelation. They were real churches just like Crane Eater Community Church. They existed at the end of the first century in what is today the nation of Turkey.

The Seven Churches Revealed—Last Man Standing. Revelation 2:8-11NLT I titled this message 'Last Man Standing' because when your faith is completely shaken and trials are chasing your peace away and tribulations are pressing your hope into despair. When all your friends have walked ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Proverbs 10:22

Denomination: Church Of God

The Real Issue

Contributed by Matt Schuler on Oct 21, 2004

At times the church can be focused on too many "issues" and its desire to prove itself right. But what should we really be focused on? What is The Real Issue?

John 5:37-39 And the Father who sent me has himself testified concerning me. You have never heard his voice nor seen his form, nor does his word dwell in you, for you do not believe the one he sent. You diligently study the Scriptures because you think that by them you possess eternal life. These ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Knows Real Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Sep 25, 2017

If a man be of God and does His will, He is able to know and identify another who is also of God and is doing His will

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: REAL KNOWS REAL John 7:17King James Version (KJV) 17 If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine, whether it be of God, or whether I speak of myself. Beloved anybody who is of God and does the will of God would know whether another ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Will The Real Man Please Stand Up! Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 15, 2005

This message looks at three typoes of people described by Paul, and their standing before God

WILL THE REAL MAN PLEASE STAND UP! 1 Corinthians 2:14-3:4 INTRODUCTION: the apostle Paul has spent the beginning of his letter laying down his foundational thinking regarding the necessity and priority of the message of the cross. He has declared that divisions in the church were a result of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Real

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Mar 9, 2001

A plea for Christians to stop covering up and putting on a show and just be real about who we are and where we are spiritually.

Be Real... ---about our relationship with God - hot or cold Rev. 3:15 - doubts or questions Lk. 7:18-23 John 20:24-31 --- about our spiritual growth Hebrews 5:11- 6:3 - infancy & maturity Heb. 5:13 - perfect but not perfect Philippians 3:12-16 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Holiness

Be Real

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

We need to be real Christians, not fake ones.

Be Real Colossians 3:1-4 PLAY GAME: Is It Real or Is It Fake? I want to talk to you this morning about being a Christian. Many times, we look at someone who claims to be a Christian, and we often wonder if we believe that person. Are they a real Christian, or are they faking it? In other words, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Hindrances To Real Revival

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 22, 2010

Satan does not want the church of Jesus Chirst to have or expereince real revival, so this message identifies ways that hinder revival in the Church.

Hindrances to Real Revival Acts 16:16-24 Introduction The Encarta Dictionary defines hindrance as somebody or something that prevents or makes it difficult for somebody to do something; and act of obstructing progress. We need to understand tonight, that satan doesn’t want us to have or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Be Real Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 15, 2003

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "From The Cradle To The Cross". This is also a New Year’s sermon.

Series: From The Cradle To The Cross [#3] BE REAL Luke 2:22-38 Introduction: 1. New Year’s resolutions. 2. What does God want and need from us? Be real! Luke 2:22-24 3. Jesus was atleast 40 days old when He was brought to the Temple to be dedicated to God. 4. Simeon and Anna are examples to us in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-38

Denomination: Baptist

Be For Real!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Sep 6, 2005

In light of everything that has happened with hurricane Katrina and other events around the world we can say beyond the shadow of a doubt that we are living in the last days. Never the less God challenges us to have a heart of compassion.

Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Sacrifice Series

Contributed by James Parker on Apr 9, 2011

This week we will look at a great story of sacrifice, a woman who exhibited a spirit of Real Sacrifice! Once upon a time, a pig and a chicken were walking down a village street. They came upon a church sign which was advertising a prayer breakfast which

Once upon a time, a pig and a chicken were walking down a village street. They came upon a church sign which was advertising a prayer breakfast which was going to be held in a few days. At the bottom of the sign the menu was given. It read “Ham and eggs will be served from 6:30 to 8:00 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Real Fellowship

Contributed by Ruel Camia on Feb 9, 2007

Intro: Define Fellowship. A. It is more than just showing up at services. It is more than a place where you attend church. It is also more than a casual conversation, socializing, food, and fun. B. It is EXPERIENCING LIFE TOGETHER. C. It includes uns

Experiencing Life Together Colossians 3:15 and Psalm 133:1 Intro: Define Fellowship. A. It is more than just showing up at services. It is more than a place where you attend church. It is also more than a casual conversation, socializing, food, and fun. B. It is EXPERIENCING LIFE TOGETHER. C. It ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Enemy

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 18, 2020

our enemy is the devil/satan satan is driving the church today in such a way that pastors are busy fighting each other we are busy fighting each other that is what we are being taught Jesus said "pray for those who persecute you"

Matthew 5:43-44 : 1 peter 5:8 : Ephesians 6: 10-14 Enemy___(echthrus)__Greek ____hated/hateful ___active sense___hating **our enemy is the devil/satan ** satan is driving the church today in such a way that pastors are busy fighting each other ___we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-44, Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Other

Being A Real Man

Contributed by Larry Finley on Jun 22, 2009

God’s Church is in desperate need of real men.

BEING A REAL MAN 6/21/09 Psalm 112 S__ R__ L__ 1. God is Searching for Real Men Proverbs 20:6 Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? Ezekiel 22:30 And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Reason For The Season Series

Contributed by John Reid on Dec 12, 2022

There are major differences when it comes to the church and the world celebrating Christmas

CHRISTMAS vs The World & The Church For the World, Christmas is about Santa Claus. But for the Church, It’s about Jesus Christ. For the World, Christmas is about Charles Dicken’s Caricature: Ebenezer Scrooge. But for the Church, It’s about God the Father sending His Beloved Son: Immanuel, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-18

Denomination: Other

Get Out While You Can Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 12, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 4: 30 – 32

Mark 4: 30 – 32 Get Out While You Can 30 Then He said, “To what shall we liken the kingdom of God? Or with what parable shall we picture it? 31 It is like a mustard seed which, when it is sown on the ground, is smaller than all the seeds on earth; 32 but when it is sown, it grows up ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:30-32

Denomination: Calvary Chapel