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  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Marks Of A Mighty Church (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 5, 2019
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    In this sereies on Thessalonians, we discover that the church in Thessalonica was an energetic church, an elect church, an evangelistic church, and expectant church. In other words, they were a mighty church!

    Marks of A Mighty Church (Part 1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/9/2015 A man reportedly approached Charles Spurgeon one Sunday morning and said, “I’ve visited many church these past few years and all of them seem to have problems. So I keep going from church to church ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    If I Had Only One Sermon To Preach . . .

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 6, 2019
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    You have only one chance to preach a sermon. What text would you use?

    Many years ago, I remember reading a book called “If I had only one sermon to preach”. The photos of the ministers on the front cover or dust jacket made me think twice about reading it, though, because these men had some of the most sour expressions I’ve ever seen! It reminded me of a bit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Model Church – 2 Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Nov 12, 2019
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    The early church was a dynamic, growing church that turned the world of its day upside down! In spite of incredible opposition and terrible persecution.....

    Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured INTRODUCTION: The early church was a dynamic, growing church that turned the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    The Enemy Hates Hupomone

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 27, 2019
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    The one thing Satan does not want is a Christian who is willing to stand on the Word of God regardless of the cost.

    The message this morning is “The enemy hates Hupomone.” Well, Bro. Barry, what is Hupomone? Hupomone is what we see in the life of Jesus. Hupomone is what we see in the life of the Apostle Paul. Hupomone is what we see in all those who say they are disciples of Jesus. In the Bible, Hupomone is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why He Was Troubled Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 18, 2020
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    The 39th sermon in a series on the Gospel of John. In this sermon we'll be looking at why Jesus soul was troubled as He spoke of His upcoming crucifixion.

    Why He was Troubled (John Part 39) Text: John 12:27-28 A little over 80 years ago now, the Prime Minister of Great Britain, a man named Neville Chamberlain returned to England after visiting with Adolph Hitler. Germany had been massing their armies since the early 1930’s and had violated the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Living In Light Of Christ's Return Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 21, 2020
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    In these dark days before Jesus returns, show your election, set an example, and share your excitement about the salvation Jesus offers to all who put their trust in Him.

    After church, where she had been taught about the Second Coming, a little girl was quizzing her mother. “Mommy, do you believe Jesus will come back?” “Yes.” “Could he come this week?” “Yes.” “Today?” “Yes.” “Could he come in the next hour?” “Yes.” “In a few minutes?” “Yes, dear.” “Mommy, would ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Do As I Do

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 25, 2021
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    Perhaps you heard this phrase growing up (and have repeated it to your own kids): 'do as I say, not as I do'. I can swear but if I hear you do it you're in trouble. Contrast that with what we see in the bible and we realize the right thing to be able to say is, 'do as I do'.

    DO AS I DO Perhaps you heard this phrase growing up (and have repeated it to your own kids): 'do as I say, not as I do'. That's our response when we hear, 'but you do it' or, 'but you say it'. I can swear up a storm but if I hear you do it you're in big trouble. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    A Letter Of Encouragement- Be A Model Christian Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 2, 2021
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    This is the 51st sermon in the series "Action". This is the 1st sermon from 1 Thessalonians.

    Series: Action [#51] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGMENT- BE A MODEL CHRISTIAN 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Introduction: As we continue in our series Action, we are going to begin a study in 1 Thessalonians. I want us to look at the background and history of Thessalonica. Paul had been to several places. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Dynamic Gospel Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 13, 2021
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    The dynamic Gospel message at its very core is faith in Jesus Christ that bears out in practical conviction that means our life aligns with God.

    THE DYNAMIC GOSPEL 1 THESSALONIANS 1:1-10 #1Thessalonians1 INTRODUCTION… HOW MUCH TIME DOES IT TAKE TO PLAN A… (p) [wildapricot.com/blog/how-to-plan-an-event] What does it take to plan an event? One website I consulted said that there are 10 normal steps that need to be considered for any type ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Monica avatar

    Encouragement 101 Series

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Sep 2, 2019
     | 3,038 views

    We all need encouragement

    Paul described his work among the Thessalonians as, "encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God" (2:12). While ministry can be rewarding, there are without a doubt times when Paul and his brothers and sisters in ministry also needed encouragement (3:6-7). For ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Are We Worth Imitating? Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Sep 20, 2019
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    Paul’s thanksgiving of the kingdom life and witness of the Thessalonians is a reminder that our calling is to be worthy of imitation, and people who model, what it means to strong and ready to stand out in this world.

    You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10 Are We Worth Imitating? The broad perspective we are working with as we make our way through 1 Thessalonians is to keep answering the question How can we be strong and ready to stand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    God Is God, And We Are Not.

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 22, 2019
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    Whenever we are tempted to change the rules found in the Word of God, we need to remember that "God Is God, and We Are Not. King Uzziah actions brings this truth into reality.

    God Is God, And We Are Not October 18, 2019 2 Chronicles 16:1-4 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 Let’s suppose for a moment that you are the star NBA player on your basketball team. You have scored more points, gotten more rebounds, had more assists, and hit more winning shots than anybody in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    Setting A Godly Example For Others To Follow

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 23, 2019
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    Living Right Before Others.

    SETTING A GODLY EXAMPLE FOR OTHERS TO FOLLOW 1 THESS.1:7 1. INTRODUCTION. I STAND TO TESTIFY MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS THAT AS CHRISTIANS, WE ARE ALWAYS UNDER BOTH THE CARNAL AND SPIRITUAL MICROSCOPE, AND WHAT WE SAY AND WHAT WE DO IS CRITICALLY EXAMPLED BY OTHERS. FROM THE TIME THAT WE WAKE UP IN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Significance Of The Gospel (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 23, 2020
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     | 3,515 views

    Thessalonica had been impacted by the gospel, and the believers there well understood its significance. Their faithfulness to the gospel serves as a challenge for all believers.

    The Significance of the Gospel (Part 2) 1 Thessalonians 1: 5-10 Last week we began our study in these verses dealing with the significance of the gospel. Clearly Paul was aware of its significance; he had been transformed by the gospel and he had witnessed the transformation of countless ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Don't Take The Coward's Cop-Out Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 11, 2020
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     | 2,301 views

    The ultimate purpose of the exiles' return was to restore right worship in the Temple of the Lord, once it was rebuilt.

    Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Course 2020 Render Unto Cæsar When we see clearly in the Gospel that Jesus Himself taught the Christian responsibility to be active in government affairs, we preachers are tempted to hop on that and talk about why we must vote, and pay our fair share of taxes, and obey ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic