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  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    The Husband Of One Wife Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2023
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     | 15,187 views

    To investigate the meaning of the Christian characteristic: “the husband of one wife,” as outlined in Paul’s Pastoral Epistles to Timothy and Titus, as a prerequisite for any man “desiring the office of a bishop (elder) or deacon,” in the Lord’s church.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Husband of One Wife Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “The husband of one wife.” This is the fifteenth lesson in the sermon series: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Qualifications For Deacons Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2022
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    1 Timothy 3:8-13 shows us the qualifications for deacons.

    Scripture Paul wrote his First Letter to Timothy to give him directions about how Christians were “to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of the truth” (1 Timothy 3:15). In chapter 3, Paul set down the qualifications for church officers. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jenny Franklin avatar

    God Chose Joseph, Just Like He Chose Mary

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 25, 2021
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    God hand-picked Joseph just like He hand-picked Mary. 

    We often think about God choosing Mary to be the mother of the Christ child. Let’s think about Joseph for a minute: Joseph is the man God chose to be Daddy to His Son! What kind of man would you choose for your child? — patient — kind —Firm but gentle —Slow to anger —Disciplines not in anger, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ministry Leaders Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 5, 2021
     | 1,972 views

    Who is qualified to be a ministry leader?

    Let us continue to worship with the Word of God. Open your Bibles to 1 Timothy 3. The letter by the Apostle Paul, by the power of God the Holy Spirit, was written to Timothy who was left in Ephesus to minister for the Gospel of Jesus Christ about 2000 years ago. Ephesus back then was a pagan ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    We Must Have Godly Servants Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 28, 2021
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    Based on 1 Tim 3:1-13 - Sermon outlines characteristics that should be present in the lives of pastors & deacons.

    “WE MUST HAVE GODLY SERVANTS” 1 Timothy 3:1-13 FBCF – 6/27/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Hymn #434 in my 1956 Baptist Hymnal – “Serve the Lord w/ Gladness”: “Serve the Lord w/ gladness in our works & ways, Come before His presence w/ our songs of praise; Unto Him our Maker, we would pledge anew, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Humble Church Servants Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 12, 2018
     | 5,476 views

    Three aspects of deacons

    Text: 1 Tim 3:8-13, Title: Humble Church Servants, Date/Place: 4.22.18, WHBC, AM A. Opening illustration: “The world may assess a man’s greatness by the number of people whom he controls and who are at his beck and call; or by his intellectual standing and academic eminence; or by the number of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    First Timothy Chapter Three Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 6, 2018
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     | 10,948 views

    This is a verse by verse look at First Timothy chapter three.

    1 Timothy Chapter 3 (What you will find here are my notes from a Bible Study I conducted on 1 Timothy. I hope they will prove helpful. AMP – Amplified Bible. MSG – Message Bible. BBE – Bible in Basic English. The main text I am using is the New American Standard Version.) QUALIFICATIONS FOR ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    The Ministry Of Maturity

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 2, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,040 views

    To establish that the church must grow in grace and knowledge in all things. That mature men and women of the congregation; can teach, coach and mentor the younger members in the faith. This is a faithful ministry to the youth, teaching both spiritual and social graces.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Ministry of Maturity 2. Mature Men Teachers 3. Mature Women Teachers Remarks. 1. In this study we will discuss the obligation of the older members of the church’s responsibilities: to teach the young members of the congregation, in both spiritual and social graces. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Elders, Deacons, And The Congregation Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 8, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,515 views

    I want to make a few comments about elders, deacons, and the congregation.

    Scripture It is our great joy today to ordain and install Todd Bayley, who has been duly elected by the communicant members of this congregation, into the office of Ruling Elder; and to ordain and install Ted Jeffries, who also has been duly elected by the communicant members of this congregation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Making Of A Deacon Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 12, 2019
     | 4,172 views

    When looking at the qualifications for a deacon we see that these are things that all Christians should aspire to.

    For far too many churches, the deacons appear to be group that runs and directs the activities of a church, whereas last week we discussed how deacons were set up to be the servants of the church. In fact that is what the title of deacon means, a servant, not a ruler, taskmaster, or overseer. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Horace Wimpey avatar

    So, You Want To E A Deacon

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Apr 23, 2016
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     | 9,073 views

    This is a sermon for Deacon nomination Sunday at our church

    So, You Want To Be A Deacon Acts 6:1-7, 1 Timothy 3:8-13, (NLT) Intro: The story’s told of a long-winded preacher who had a member who fell asleep during every sermon. So the pastor said to his deacon, “Bob, I want you to take this long stick and use it to tap Brother John on the head ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church's Leaders Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 18, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,124 views

    : “Everything rises or falls with leadership.” John Maxwell. The church is an organism (living, growing body). The organism must have organization. The organization must have oversight. That’s why he calls church leaders!

    THE CHURCH’S LEADERS I TIMOTHY 3:1-16 Introduction: “Everything rises or falls with leadership.” John Maxwell. The church is an organism (living, growing body). The organism must have organization. The organization must have oversight. That’s why he calls church leaders! I. The Picture of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Church Offices (Pastor & Deacon) Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 30, 2023
     | 2,270 views

    Based on 1 Timothy 3:1-13 - Helps hearers to understand the 2 offices of the NT Church: Pastor/Elder/Overseer & Deacon

    “WHY DO WE DO THAT?” – CHURCH OFFICES 1 Timothy 3:1-13 FBCF – 1/29/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – I took this book out of the glove compartment in my pickup truck. It’s the owner’s manual for my 2014 Toyota Tacoma. Gives me everything I need to know to operate my vehicle safely & effectively – how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rich O' Toole avatar

    God's Deacons

    Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jun 18, 2025
     | 307 views

    The Apostles appointed men to serve the Church's needs

    God’s Deacons Acts 6:1-7, 1 Timothy 3:8-12 Good morning Bruce Larson, in his book "Wind and Fire", points out some interesting facts about Sandhill Cranes. He says, “These large birds, which fly great distances across continents, have three remarkable qualities.” 1. The cranes rotate ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Church Leadership 101: The Deacon

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 27, 2025
     | 810 views

    Based on 1 Timothy 3:8-13 - Challenges hearers to consider the characteristics of a deacon.

    “CHURCH LEADERSHIP 101: THE DEACON” 1 Timothy 3:8-13 FBCF – 1/26/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – WELCOME ONLINE AUDIENCE 2019 – Pastoring CWBC – Fulfilled in ministry – Happy – Loved our church FAMILY – Loved our staff – Loved our home – I was 55 yrs old & thought I was going to stay at CWBC for rest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist