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  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Perfect Church Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 4, 2018
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     | 8,486 views

    This is the 5th sermon in the 1 Timothy series, "Order".

    Series: Order [#5] THE PERFECT CHURCH 1 Timothy 3:1-16 Introduction: I have really prayed about how I was going to handle today’s service and sermon. I thought about just acting as nothing has happened this week that could have a huge negative impact on our Church. Then, I started studying our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit - Part 5 Of 9 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 4, 2017
     | 36,893 views

    This part is a continuation of the Holy Spirit's role in the functioning of the New Testament church which began in Part 4 of this series. In this part we examine the greater and lesser gifts and functions of apostles and prophets in the early church.

    This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or as handouts for ...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 Feb 20, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,125 views

    This message highlights a few comments about elders, deacons, and the congregation.

    Scripture It is our great joy today to ordain and install Doug Knox, who has been duly elected by the communicant members of this congregation, into the office of Ruling Elder; and to ordain and install Garry Gawrych, 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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    Setting Things In Order

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 24, 2015
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,566 views

    To establish that the evangelist or minister is charged with "setting things in order and ordaining elders in every city and every church." This lesson discusses the characteristics of church leadership and clarifies the phrase: "the husband of one wife."

    INTRODUCTION Outline 1. The Evangelist's Charge: "Set Things in Order" 2. The Eldership's Charge: "Hold Things in Order" 3. The Evil Teacher's Charge: "Get Things in Order" Introductory Remarks 1. Paul's work in Crete needed to be completed before he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Seven Marks Of A Biblical Elder - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 13, 2012
     | 9,550 views

    Biblical church leadership can only function effectively when the local church leaders fulfill the Biblical qualifications for leaders.

    Right now we’re in the middle of a presidential election in which all the candidates are attempting to convince the American people that they are the best qualified person to serve in that office. But it’s interesting that our Constitution actually establishes only very minimal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seven Marks Of A Biblical Elder - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 13, 2012
     | 7,207 views

    The requirements for Biblical elders should be something that every Christ follower strives for.

    When the New York Giants won the Super Bowl last Sunday, Eli Manning was chosen the Most Valuable Player in his role as the quarterback for his team. But he was certainly not the only reason, or even the main reason, his team won the game. They won because every one of the 45 players on the roster, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Peter Flournoy avatar

    What Kind Of Parent Are You? Series

    Contributed by Peter Flournoy on Feb 24, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,429 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to help parents find out which style of parenting they are currently using and which style of parenting they should be using.

    He must manage his own family well, having children who respect and obey him. 5 For if a man cannot manage his own household, how can he take care of God’s church?” 1 Timothy 3: 4-5 Eli was disqualified from leadership because he did not restrain his children fro doing wrong. ( 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Diversity In The Church

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 11, 2012
     | 5,846 views

    Leadership in the congregation is to reflect the Lord’s choice rather than seeking diversity as defined in the world.

    “The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task. Therefore an overseer must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, sober-minded, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not a drunkard, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    How To Recognize A Spiritual Leader Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Nov 10, 2014
     | 6,598 views

    Let’s examine two characteristics of spiritual maturity that should be seen by fellow believers.

    How to Recognize a Spiritual Leader 1 Timothy 3:1-13 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. This section of 1 Timothy is all about leadership! So much has been written about the subject of leadership, but you won’t find a greater handbook on leadership than God’s Word. • You ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Loving Leadership Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 17, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,968 views

    In order to earn the heartfelt respect of their families, fathers must love and lead them.

    A young boy had just gotten his driving permit. He asked his father if they could discuss his use of the family car. His father took him into his study and said, “I’ll make a deal with you. You bring your grades up, study the Bible a little, get your hair cut, and then we’ll talk about it.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    A Noble Task Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 25, 2011
    based on 19 ratings
     | 13,592 views

    1- The noble task of being an elder 2- The noble task of being a deacon 3- The noble task of being a leader’s wife

    INTRO.- A noble task. What’s that? It depends on what you consider to be a noble task. I personally would not commend tending bar as being a noble task nor many other jobs in this world. Like: prostitution, dealing at a table at a gambling casino, etc. Nobility carries the idea of excellence ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Leadership Integrity Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Apr 11, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,609 views

    This message is meant to teach us the qualifications of pastors and deacons and what it could mean for our lives.

    Proper Order In the House Of God – Leadership Integrity 1 Timothy 3:1-13 INTRODUCTION: A. We all like order – howbeit, maybe not the same order 1. Take Denise and I for example: if it can be done in more than one way – we will do it differently a. Making a bed b. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Cameron Conway avatar

    Do You Qualify

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Sep 28, 2010
     | 4,684 views

    What are our qualifications in our day for pastors, deacons, elders and leaders in general? Are they freshly pressed suits and ties? Are they pieces of paper with a signed by a man 99.9% of people wouldn’t recognize. Is it the personal collection of bo

    Do You Qualify? For more messages and resources by Cameron Conway visit https://conwaychristianresources.com What are our qualifications in our day for pastors, deacons, elders and leaders in general? Are they freshly pressed suits and ties? Are they pieces of paper with a signed by a man 99.9% ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    “three Ways To Run The Church” Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 16, 2015
     | 7,230 views

    A look at the three primary church government structures.

    - There are a number of ways that we could handle the passage this evening. We could talk about qualifications for pastors or for deacons (this would be especially helpful for a church entering into a pastor search process). We could talk about whether it’s necessary to be “called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Elders, Deacons, And Deaconesses Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 16, 2015
     | 10,049 views

    Although many church events and ministries are organized informally, God has appointed two kinds of official, recognized leadership for the local church: shepherds and servants, also known as Elders and Deacons (including deaconesses).

    Elders, Deacons, and Deaconesses (I Timothy 3:1-13) 1. Every church is different in some way when it comes to dividing up responsibilities. 2. The little church in the suburbs suddenly stopped buying from its regular office supply dealer. So, the dealer telephoned Deacon Brown to ask why. "I'll ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible