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  • David Owens avatar

    Qualified For A Noble Task Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 24, 2022
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    By God's design the church is supposed to be lead by elders who are older, spiritually mature men who meet important qualifications. In this sermon, we examine the qualifications for elders from 1 Timothy 3.

    Introduction: A. How many of you have enjoyed the Disney film, “The Lion King?” 1. You remember, then, that Mufasa was the king of the Pride Lands. 2. He had a son named Simba, and an evil brother named Scar. 3. Scar usurped the throne by murdering his brother, and driving Simba, the king’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Opportunity To Testify

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 13, 2025
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    We are to live out our faith and testimony despite persecution, rejection, hatefulness and all the world's troubles.

    POPE JOHN XXIII, ONCE SAID, “EVERY CHRISTIAN MUST BE CONVINCED OF HIS FUNDAMENTAL AND VITAL DUTY OF BEARING WITNESS TO THE TRUTH IN WHICH HE BELIEVES AND THE GRACE THAT HAS TRANSFORMED HIM.” WE MUST BE A LIVING WITNESS FOR JESUS. THE EVER-GROWING DARKNESS OF THE WORLD TESTIFIES TO ITS NEED TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Church Offices (Pastor & Deacon) Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 30, 2023
     | 2,244 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

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    Beware Of Bad Doctrine Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Oct 20, 2022
     | 1,330 views

    Timothy was a young leader trying to lead the church in Ephesus. This letter was written by an aging Paul, near the end of his life. This letter talks a lot about healthy church and healthy leadership.

    1 Timothy Beware of Bad Doctrine October 23, 2022 Timothy was a young leader trying to lead the church in Ephesus. This letter was written by an aging Paul, near the end of his life. This letter talks a lot about healthy church and healthy leadership. 1 Timothy 1:3-6 NIV As I urged you when I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Nurturing Your Next Pastor

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 25, 2024
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    Shortly before welcoming a new minister, a seasoned minister and friend of the congregation might come and help prepare the church for this new chapter in their history, explaining the role of ministry and how to care for their pastor.

    It will be exciting to welcome your new Pastor! How you view pastoral ministry has been influenced by all the ministers you’ve known. We see ministry through the lens of past experiences, good and bad. Hopefully we see ministry through the teachings of Scripture. My aim is to offer some advice ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Mother’s Day Sermon Series

    Contributed by Catharine Rhodes on Apr 14, 2024
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     | 4,795 views

    A sermon for Mother’s Day using the story of the biblical midwives (Jochebed and Miriam) to illustrate the importance of parents and caregivers. A generational look at God’s plan.

    Mother’s Day Sermon May 12, 2024 via: Catharine Rhodes Main teaching: Exodus 2:2-10 (Moses’ birth) Memory verses: Matthew 18:3, 1 Timothy 3:4, Themes: motherhood, caring for children, segregation, equality, faith, hard work. 30-35 minutes. Good morning, everyone. Happy Sunday, Happy ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Living Above Reproach

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 19, 2025
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    Living above reproach does not mean being perfect, but it means being so transparent, honest, and consistent in your walk with God that accusations find no ground.

    LIVING ABOVE REPROACH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 3:2-7 Supporting Texts: Titus 1:6-9, Proverbs 10:9, Psalm 15:1-5, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 2:12 INTRODUCTION: In a world filled with challenges, accusations, and moral pitfalls, living a life that is above reproach is essential for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    #5 Fundamental Foundations Of Faith (Identifying The New Testament Church By Its Organization) Series

    Contributed by Tim West on Jan 15, 2024
     | 873 views

    This lesson examines the Biblical organization of the church

    Fundamental Foundations of Faith Identifying The New Testament Church by Its Organization INTRO. A. In this series of lessons on the fundamentals of faith, we have studied the church, and we saw that the church is the “called out.” B. We also saw that in the New Testament, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dealing With Tensions And Conflicts In Churches And Church Organisations – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 14, 2024
     | 1,101 views

    Every church at one time has tensions in it, but what causes them and importantly, how can we deal with them? I have chosen a number of problem areas gathered from my experience in churches and we examine them. I hope they are of some help.

    DEALING WITH TENSIONS AND CONFLICTS IN CHURCHES AND CHURCH ORGANISATIONS – AS I UNDERSTAND IT OVER 65 YEARS – PART 1 [A]. INTRODUCTION This coverage will apply not only to the church fellowship of believers, but also to any committee, business meeting, or ministry operating in or by a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    So Many Lambs, An Abundance Of Wolves, Too Few Shepherds

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 1, 2024
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    The events described in Revelation Chapter 6 describe the terrors that will come upon the earth. The lost are like sheep without a shepherd about to face this horrid time. We must bring them to Jesus before it is too late.

    Bible prophecy is not preached in a majority of churches today. The sad fact is that a lot of "churches" don't bother to preach from the Bible but are more than happy to cater to the unholy trinity of "me, myself, and I". They are in the business of people pleasing and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Model Of Pastoral Care (Acts 20:28-31)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 13, 2024
     | 1,421 views

    In the book of Acts, the apostle Paul leaves the city of Ephesus for the last time. In his farewell to the elders of the church, he summarized his work both as a fellow elder and fellow servant of the Lord Jesus Christ

    In Acts 20, Paul was about to leave Ephesus and the church he helped to plant. For over three years, he and his fellow elders in the faith worked together to proclaim the message of salvation in Jesus Christ alone. He also spent considerable time teaching the Word of God and sound doctrine ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    1 Timothy Chapter 3 Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 13, 2024
     | 1,665 views

    This is a detailed study verse by verse. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need. I have used several different sources to which I give credit.

    I Timothy Chapter 3 I Tim 3:1 This is a true saying, If a man desire the office of a bishop, he desireth a good work. (King James Version) 3:1 This is a faithful and trustworthy saying: if any man [eagerly] seeks the office of overseer (bishop, superintendent), he desires an excellent task. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Leadership- Having A Perfect Church Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 20, 2024
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     | 12,717 views

    This is the 207th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 5th sermon from 1 Timothy.

    Series: Action [#207] LEADERSHIP- HAVING A PERFECT CHURCH 1 Timothy 3:1-16 Introduction: As we continue to study about Paul’s letter to the young Pastor Timothy, I want to look at how God wants the local Church to be administrated. Now more than ever, the local Church needs to be lifting God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Necessity Of Bishops In The Church

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 2, 2024
     | 717 views

    This sermon explores an important aspect of the church governance and leadership: the role of Bishops in the Church.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, let us explore an important aspect of church governance and leadership: the role of bishops in the Church. The position of a bishop has been a subject of much discussion and debate within various Christian denominations. However, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Bright avatar

    The Power To Serve

    Contributed by John Bright on Nov 9, 2023
     | 1,777 views

    A sermon for Veteran's Day. Teaching sheet at the end

    “The Power to Serve" Acts 6:1-5 Veteran’s Day A sermon for 11/12/23 by Pastor John Bright Acts 6:1-4 “In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Hellenistic Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist