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  • Dale Miller avatar

    Growth And Prosperity

    Contributed by Dale Miller on Sep 28, 2012
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    THIS SERMON DEALS WITH THE GROWTH OF THE CHURCH IN THE BOOK OF ACTS.

    HFL AUGUST 2, 2009 ACTS 6;1-7 1In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Grecian Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. 2So the Twelve gathered all the disciples together and said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Culture Of Godly Leadership Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 23, 2012
     | 6,997 views

    A church is positioned to be most effective when leaders are chosen on the basis of their reputation for living a Christ-like life and having wise discernment.

    Title: A Culture of Godly Leadership Text: Acts 6:1-7 Thesis: A church is positioned to be most effective when leaders are chosen on the basis of their reputation for living a Christ-like life and having wise discernment. We are on a Pathway to Congregational Vitality. We want to be a Healthy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 1, 2013
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    God designed the church to grow. We need to look again at what the Bible says about that and begin to do what God blesses with increase.

    Jesus once said that the kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and sowed in his field. Though it is smaller than other seeds, when it is full grown, it is larger than the garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and nest in its branches. Matt. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Acts 6-7 - Stephen, The Greatness Of A Godly Man Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 2, 2013
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     | 15,872 views

    Stephen is the embodiment of godliness. Let us be humble enough to serve. Put the needs of others before self. Stay faithful to God no matter what.

    There was a need in the church. With the growing number and increasing needs, one aspect of the ministry was neglected. • In the daily distribution of food, some widows were being overlooked. • They needed some people to oversee the “daily distribution of food” (6:1) ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Serving Takes Commitment Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 6, 2013
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     | 6,949 views

    First, we see the calling of the first deacons and second, we see the capture of one of the first deacons, a man named Stephen and his testimony to us to stand strong! (Acts 6:1-15)

    Serving takes Commitment Acts 6:1-15 Introduction - This chapter contains two different thoughts which are tough to separate - It is because one lends to the other that we will tackle both of them today - First, we see the calling (recorded by Luke) of the first disciples -- These were men ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Death Of A Deacon Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 10, 2013
     | 11,430 views

    The Sanhedrin’s reaction to the Gospel is pretty typical for those who reject it, but the boldness displayed by Stephen is something WE must learn from!

    The Death of a Deacon Acts 7:1-60 Introduction - Open your bible to Acts 7 … put a finger or something at Genesis 12 also Recap: - Stephen (the first deacon) has been seized by the Sanhedrin - He is brought before them to answer the charges of blasphemy (no proof needed) - The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The New Tesatment Deacon Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 23, 2013
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    An overview of the Office fo Deacons within the church

    The New Testament Deacon 1 Timothy 3:8-13; Acts 6:1-7 Dorn Ridge, June 22, 2013 INTRODUCTION: 1.) We have been looking at the roles of men and women in the church which has also brought us to look at Elders, and today at the office of deacons. 2.) The Bible refers to two offices of leadership ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Calls Pastors. Not Ceos

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 25, 2013
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     | 5,315 views

    The Church is a Body, not a corporation.

    Acts 6:2-4 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. 3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Deacons Selection Introduction Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 30, 2013
     | 7,562 views

    Sunday morning intro on deacons and deacon selection.

    Deacons Selection Introduction Sermon 1 in the series “Church Matters Chuck Sligh June 30, 2013 TEXT: This morning, we will read two passages for our text, in Acts 6 and 1 Timothy 3. Acts 6:1-7 – “And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark H. Stevens ThD avatar

    Two Things A Preacher Must Do!

    Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Jan 24, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,511 views

    A look at what a Minister of the Gospels Priorities SHOULD Be!

    But we will continue to devote ourselves steadfastly to prayer and the ministry of the Word. (Acts 6:4 Amp) This is one of the key verses in the Bible to help a novice minister be a successful tool for the Master. Preaching has nothing to do with popularity, titles, or position. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    He Stood Up For Me

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jan 27, 2014
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     | 29,649 views

    Our word “MARTYR” is a transliteration of the Greek word for “WITNESS.” By their lives and by their deaths, the martyrs have borne witness for “JESUS CHRIST, THE FAITHFUL WITNESS.”

    TITLE: HE STOOD UP FOR ME SCRIPTURE: ACTS 7:54-60 Can I talk to you this morning from the subject – He Stood Up For Me. Stephen was the President of the Jerusalem Board of Deacons. He was a leader in the church. He seems to have been an eloquent and fiery proclaimer and defender of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “the Dynamic Impact Of A Good Deacon”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 19, 2014
     | 8,023 views

    In Acts 6, we see what kind of positive impact the effective ministry of the deacon can have on a local church.

    The early church was experiencing phenomenal growth, marvelous miracles, pulsating power, and unlimited blessings. Then, right in the middle of this success story, dissension arose. The Greek speaking widows were being neglected in favor of the Hebrew speaking widows. The Apostles said that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Russ Adams avatar

    Growing Pains Series

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 26, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,339 views

    This message looks at the challenges of a growing changing congregation.

    July 14, 2013 Church Planting Growing Pains Acts 6:1-7 Opening words: After a one week absence we return to the Books of Acts. You know the story. Jesus was executed on a Friday. Everyone thought it was over. However, everyone was wrong. (I love it when everyone is wrong!) It was just the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    God's Desire For Deacons Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 3, 2013
     | 9,866 views

    God wants deacons to: 1. help solve problems. 2. help set priorities. 3. serve faithfully. 4. have spiritual abundance.

    God's Desire for Deacons Acts 6:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 1, 2013 *You know there are a lot of jokes out there about preachers and deacons. Over the years I've heard some preachers (men a lot better than me) tell some of these jokes about deacons. But I don't ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Deacons? Who Needs Them:

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 14, 2013
     | 4,367 views

    Discovering the process for appointing deacons through reviewing the account of the appointment of the seven in the first congregation.

    “Now in these days when the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint by the Hellenists arose against the Hebrews because their widows were being neglected in the daily distribution. And the twelve summoned the full number of the disciples and said, ‘It is not right that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist