Fellowship
In the Bible, "fellowship" signifies a deep, mutual relationship among believers, grounded in their shared faith and the communal experience of God's grace. The Greek word often translated as "fellowship" is *koinonia*, which denotes partnership, participation, and sharing. This term appears prominently in Acts 2:42, where the early church is described as devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayers. This illustrates that fellowship is not merely social interaction but a profound bond fostered through spiritual activities and communal worship.Fellowship also emphasizes unity within the body of Christ. In 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Paul elaborates on the church as one body with many parts, underscoring that each member's contribution is essential to the whole. This interconnectedness reflects the nature of fellowship, where believers encourage and support one another in their spiritual journeys (Galatians 6:2). Furthermore, fellowship extends beyond mere gatherings; it involves living out love and service, as seen in 1 John 1:7, which states, "But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another." Thus, biblical fellowship is a dynamic and active expression of love, support, and shared faith among Christians.
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1 John - Grace of Fellowship
By Stephen Kaung4.7K59:04FellowshipMAT 6:33EPH 5:81JN 1:51JN 1:7In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of young people knowing and understanding the word of God. He explains that as believers grow in their faith, they will inevitably face conflicts, but they can overcome them because of the strength they receive from the word of God. The preacher also highlights how Satan uses the world to tempt and deceive believers, specifically through the lust of the eye, the lust of the flesh, and the pride of life. He then reads from 1 John 1:5-10, emphasizing the need for believers to walk in the light and confess their sins to receive forgiveness and cleansing through the blood of Jesus Christ. The preacher concludes by reminding listeners that spiritual growth is a gradual process and cannot be achieved instantly.
Godly Fellowship
By Paul Washer4.5K59:25Fellowship1TI 4:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not growing dull in our spiritual lives, particularly in the area of missions. He acknowledges that it can be easy to forget about missions amidst the busyness and challenges of daily life. The preacher also highlights the decline in people's ability to endure sound doctrine and sit under sermons for longer periods of time, attributing it to the influence of modern culture and lack of biblical literacy. He encourages the congregation to seek inspiration from examples like George Mueller and the great preachers of the past, and suggests surrounding oneself with Bible exhortations to stay focused on honoring Christ. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the significance of preaching and teaching in fellowship with the godly, emphasizing the need for reproof, rebuke, and exhortation to communicate truth and knowledge to God's people.
(1 John #2) Christian Fellowship and Its Fruit
By J. Glyn Owen3.1K39:40FellowshipMAT 6:332CO 9:131JN 1:2In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of fellowship and sharing among believers. He explains that when we are taught spiritual things, we should communicate and support those who teach us, either spiritually or materially. The speaker also highlights the experience of sharing in the life of God, which is made possible through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the gift of the Holy Spirit. He refers to the book of Acts as an example of believers living on a supernatural plane, sharing in the resources, presence, power, will, and love of God. The speaker concludes by emphasizing that our sharing and fellowship with God and other believers transcends differences in race or background, as we are all joined together in Christ.
The Call of God - Fellowship
By Zac Poonen2.7K1:01:35FellowshipMAT 16:24JHN 4:4JHN 12:23ROM 8:171CO 15:36HEB 2:141JN 4:4In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the initial close bond that often forms when people come together in a church or fellowship. He emphasizes the importance of believing in the sovereignty of God and humbling oneself before Him. The speaker highlights the power of God to control people's thoughts and actions, citing Proverbs 21:1 as evidence. He encourages listeners to meditate on God's vastness and authority over the universe, recognizing that even in the midst of personal problems, God is able to help and solve any issue. The sermon also emphasizes the significance of Jesus' death on the cross in delivering believers from the grip of Satan and freeing them from slavery.
K-046 True Fellowship
By Art Katz2.6K1:23:05FellowshipMAT 18:15ACT 2:44HEB 3:13In this sermon, the speaker begins by describing their nervousness before delivering the message. They pray and feel led to speak about the deceitfulness of sin and the importance of exhorting one another daily. The speaker emphasizes the need for believers to be witnesses of God's glory and attributes in their relationships with others. They also highlight the radical generosity and abandonment displayed by the early church and how it led to great grace being upon them. The speaker reflects on their own transformation from a self-willed individual to a follower of Christ.
Fellowship - Part 1 (Principles)
By Lance Lambert2.2K00:00FellowshipISA 21:11In this sermon, the speaker addresses the current state of the world and the need for the people of God to seek Him and understand His will. The speaker mentions the Vietnam War and the rise of communism in Portugal and Italy as examples of the challenges faced by society. The speaker also highlights the battle for the soul of the nation being fought in universities. However, the speaker emphasizes the importance of unity and sharing in Christ, as it brings the beauty of the Lord upon the people. The sermon encourages believers to be aware of the work being done by God and to rely on His Spirit for empowerment and guidance. The speaker urges the audience to take advantage of the freedom and time given to them to seek and do the will of God before it becomes too late.
Foundations, Fellowship and Fraternity
By Alan Martin2.0K00:00FellowshipACT 2:42ROM 6:3ROM 6:10EPH 2:82TI 4:2In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of God sending light to the world through His prophets and ultimately through His Son, Jesus Christ. However, despite the light being sent, many people rejected it because they loved their sinful ways. The preacher references Jonathan Edwards' famous sermon, "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God," to emphasize the seriousness of God's wrath and the need for salvation. The sermon then focuses on Romans 6, highlighting the idea of being united with Christ in His death and the importance of understanding the significance of His sacrifice. The preacher also mentions the importance of the apostles' teaching, fellowship, and the breaking of bread in the early church.
Fellowship - Part 2 (Unity)
By Lance Lambert1.8K00:00FellowshipMAT 28:19In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining unity among believers. He references Ephesians 4:3, which encourages diligence in keeping the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. The speaker also highlights the need to recognize the unity of the Spirit, even if it means letting go of denominational divisions. He emphasizes the concept of sharing in the Lord Jesus Christ, which leads to growth and understanding among believers. The sermon concludes with the reminder that this unity in Christ affects every aspect of our lives.
Vocational Fellowship - Part 1
By T. Austin-Sparks1.7K56:37FellowshipJER 1:5JER 17:12MAT 6:33ACT 1:8ROM 8:28EPH 1:41PE 2:9In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing the real nature of God's call to any life or ministry. The fundamental factor in God's call is fellowship with Himself. The Bible is centered around God seeking to have a relationship of fellowship with mankind. True Christianity is defined by fellowship with God, and Jesus desires to have the same perfect fellowship with His followers that He had with the Father. The speaker encourages listeners to grasp the significance of belonging to the Lord and being part of His eternal purpose.
Vocational Fellowship - Part 6
By T. Austin-Sparks1.7K53:43FellowshipJER 6:16JER 17:12MAT 6:33ACT 2:421CO 14:332TI 4:3JAS 1:5In this sermon, the speaker addresses a crisis that has been reached in the lives of the people. They are experiencing unrest, weariness, and a sense of futility. Some have accepted this way of life, while others are confused and fearful. The Lord comes in with his word, urging them to stand at the crossroads and reflect on their situation. He warns against forsaking the fountain of living water and instead creating broken systems that cannot hold water. The speaker emphasizes the importance of being in line with God's purpose and allowing the spontaneous flow of life to guide their actions.
Vocational Fellowship - Part 4
By T. Austin-Sparks1.7K1:08:33FellowshipJER 1:5JER 17:12MAT 26:31ACT 1:8EPH 1:4HEB 1:8HEB 2:10In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of evil and its constant presence in the world. They explain how evil works to break up and divide, leaving nothing whole or complete. The speaker suggests that where Christ is given more prominence, the enemy becomes more concerned and seeks to disrupt and disconnect. However, the sermon also highlights the hope of recovery through the Son, who voluntarily came to earth to recover what was lost and testify against the wrongs of the world. Ultimately, the Son took on the evil and its consequences, drawing it onto Himself and offering a solution for redemption.
Fellowship - Part 3 (Continuity)
By Lance Lambert1.7K00:00Continuity in ChristFellowshipZEC 4:1Lance Lambert emphasizes the principle of continuity in fellowship, urging believers to recognize their organic connection to the historical church and the movements of the Spirit throughout the ages. He highlights that true fellowship is not superficial but a deep sharing in Christ, which binds all believers together across time and space. Lambert warns against the dangers of viewing contemporary movements as entirely new and separate from the past, stressing that God's work is a continuous building process culminating in Christ. He encourages the church to learn from its history, acknowledging the sacrifices of past saints while moving forward in unity and purpose. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper understanding of our collective identity in Christ and the importance of maintaining the values recovered through history.
Key Words: Fellowship
By J. Glyn Owen1.6K51:28Fellowship1JN 1:3In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preparing oneself before entering into the presence of God. He mentions the call to worship as a summons from God to His people and highlights the need to acknowledge our faults and sins in prayer. The speaker also discusses the significance of gathering on the Lord's Day and the value of taking a few minutes of silence before the service begins. He emphasizes the idea of fellowship and sharing in the Gospel, urging believers to share their lives and good things with those who have taught them.
Vocational Fellowship - Part 5
By T. Austin-Sparks1.6K1:05:38FellowshipPSA 2:8JER 1:4JER 17:12ACT 1:8EPH 1:4HEB 1:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being in line with God's purpose. He uses the story of Hosea and his unfaithful wife as an example of how God sovereignly works to restore and forgive His people. The speaker also highlights the need for ministers of God's word to embody the message they preach and to share in the passion of God's heart. He references the prophet Jeremiah as an example of someone who faced numerous challenges and yet remained committed to God's calling. Overall, the sermon emphasizes the grace and faithfulness of God in the face of human weakness and sin.
Vocational Fellowship - Part 3
By T. Austin-Sparks1.6K00:00FellowshipJER 1:4JER 1:6MAT 5:14REV 1:20REV 22:13In this sermon, the speaker discusses the disintegration, division, confusion, and paralysis that can occur within the church. He relates this to the state of Israel during the time of the prophets and the churches in the New Testament. The speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining a true fellowship with God and being a testimony to the world. He highlights the tragic tendency of churches to turn inward and become self-focused, losing sight of their world ministry. The sermon draws from the book of Jeremiah to emphasize the need for a dominant consciousness of being part of a great world ministry.
Vocational Fellowship - Part 2
By T. Austin-Sparks1.6K55:38FellowshipISA 54:17JER 1:5JER 17:12ACT 1:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that as believers, we do not belong to the world or the circumstances we find ourselves in. We have a deep longing to be in our true position, which is with God. The speaker highlights the cost and conflict of living out our faith, but also emphasizes the need for an adequate background to navigate through these challenges. The central theme is the recovery of God's inheritance through the death of Jesus on the cross, and the speaker references Jeremiah 17:12, Jeremiah 1:5, and Acts 1:8 to support this idea.
Fellowship - Part 7 (Necessity of Vision)
By Lance Lambert1.6K00:00FellowshipEXO 3:2MAT 7:1ACT 9:4ACT 26:19GAL 1:16EPH 1:17In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a vision of God and His purpose. He warns against Christians who think they know everything and rely on their own knowledge rather than seeking a true experience of the Holy Spirit. The speaker uses the analogy of a vessel on an infinite ocean to illustrate how a vision of God makes us realize our own insignificance and God's greatness. He also highlights the significance of the apostle Paul's heavenly vision and how it influenced his ministry. The speaker concludes by expressing a desire for God to give believers a vision and open their hearts to truly know and understand Jesus Christ.
Fellowship - Part 5 (Organic)
By Lance Lambert1.6K1:13:08FellowshipROM 12:1ROM 12:10ROM 12:12In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of dullness and lack of ministry in church meetings. They suggest that instead of trying to fix these problems through human efforts, believers should humble themselves and seek the Lord's intervention. The speaker emphasizes the importance of genuine fellowship and unity among believers, highlighting the concept of being one body in Christ. They also mention the need for different gifts and ministries within the church, encouraging believers to use their unique gifts according to the grace given to them. The sermon references Romans 12:4-5 to support these points.
Fellowship - Part 4 (Authority)
By Lance Lambert1.5K1:11:32Fellowship1PE 5:2In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus Christ as the head of the church. He encourages believers to gather together before the Lord and establish their authority over Satan and any other spiritual forces. The speaker also highlights the principle of continuity, emphasizing that all that God has recovered in the history of the church is our heritage and should not be despised or rejected. The sermon concludes with the apostle Paul's words, highlighting the sacrificial and humble nature of true apostolic authority and urging believers to hold fast to the head, Jesus Christ, in order to overcome any problems or differences among leaders.
Fellowship - Part 6 (Supply)
By Lance Lambert1.5K00:00FellowshipIn this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the principle of supply in the Christian life. He refers to Luke 6:38 and Matthew 10:8 to explain that when we give what we have received from the Lord, we will receive more in return. The speaker encourages believers to share the little they have, whether it is their testimony of salvation or a specific gift or talent. He warns against contributing what we have not received, highlighting the importance of allowing our natural gifts to be broken by the Lord and filled with the Holy Spirit. The speaker also cautions against overreaching ourselves and encourages younger believers to give what they have of the Lord without trying to imitate or surpass more mature believers.
(Kitchener, on 2012) Building Fellowship
By Zac Poonen1.5K1:06:43FellowshipMAT 5:23ROM 12:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power of faith and the importance of believing in the ability to move mountains through prayer. He encourages listeners to have strong faith and not doubt God's ability to remove obstacles in their lives. The preacher also emphasizes the priority of building a relationship with God and being holy rather than focusing on collecting money for the church. He concludes by urging listeners to remember and meditate on the words they have heard until they become a reality in their lives.
Fellowship in Crisis
By Paris Reidhead1.1K30:38FellowshipIn this sermon, the speaker focuses on Acts chapter 4 and explores the concept of true freedom in serving God. The speaker emphasizes the importance of belonging to a community of believers who have experienced the transformative power of God's grace. This community is characterized by their recognition of their own failures and weaknesses. The speaker encourages the audience to reflect on what happens to them when they are released from restraints and challenges them to find their identity in Christ and be part of a community that shares in their brokenness.
Fellowship in Ministering to the Lord
By Paris Reidhead1.1K28:59FellowshipACT 13:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and applying three specific verses. He describes how David Brainerd knelt in the snow and ministered to the Lord, fasting and losing awareness of bodily discomfort. The speaker believes that it is crucial for individuals and the church to grasp the meaning of these verses and integrate them into their lives. He explains that the gifts of the Spirit and blessings from God come as a result of obedience and walking in the truth. The speaker encourages listeners to recognize the teaching ministry of the Word and to devote themselves to prayer and ministering to the Lord in order to experience God's presence and power.
Full Fellowship
By Paris Reidhead1.0K38:04FellowshipISA 59:1MAT 4:18MAT 24:14JHN 17:5ACT 19:11HEB 1:1HEB 2:3In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the call that Jesus Christ issues to men. He highlights the importance of instructing, explaining, heralding, and preaching the word of God. The speaker also mentions that Jesus promises to confirm and demonstrate his power. However, the ultimate purpose of ministry, faith, labor, and suffering is to glorify God. The sermon is based on Matthew 4:18-25, where Jesus calls Peter and Andrew to follow him and become fishers of men.
Crisis in Fellowship
By Paris Reidhead9861:00:25FellowshipMAT 6:33ACT 5:1ACT 5:13EPH 4:25PHP 2:3COL 3:23HEB 4:13In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a scene from history where the early church experienced great awe and fear of God. He emphasizes that the message they proclaimed was the message God wanted proclaimed, which is of utmost importance. The speaker also mentions a re-evaluation among evangelical thinkers regarding the message to be proclaimed in modern times. He highlights the need for a genuine relationship with God, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and loving God with our whole hearts. The sermon encourages listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and relationship with Jesus.