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  • Tim Patrick avatar

    What Is A Deacon?

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 27, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,324 views

    Join us in examining the Biblical role of a deacon.

    Today we elect four men to serve our church in the office of deacon. Before we participate in this election, I want to lead you in examining the question, what is a deacon? That is an important question for a church to answer. However, it is difficult to get a comprehensive answer because the Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Duane Smith avatar

    The Church And Ministry Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 7, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,678 views

    The chuch does not need more programs that do not work, it needs ministries that are geared to meet needs. Those who are a part of the church need to be involved in serving and ministering to others. The two make a perfect match. So, how do we make thi

    THE CHURCH AND MINISTRY Acts 6:1-8 INTRODUCTION: A. The Church – what is it all about? 1. Many answers could be given 2. But if we look at it from strictly a biblical perspective – what is it all about? a. Well, the first and obvious answer would be to bring glory to God – but that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Firm Footing Series

    Contributed by Steve Miller on Aug 13, 2006
    based on 23 ratings
     | 6,064 views

    Desire to have lasting influence? if you don’t have a firm footing, you won’t get very far. 1.)Influence is built on reputation, but, 2.)Reputation comes from Godly character, so, 3.)Godly character leads to lasting influence.

    Firm Footing Key text: Acts 5:12-14, Acts 6:1-7 Series: Vertigo: Discovering Your Direction through Service: 1.The Way Up is Down 2.Firm Footing 3.A Little Does a Lot 4.Inside Out Written by Steve Miller, with prep and collaboration through the NRHC Carolina Network, ...read more

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  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    What Do You Do When You Have A Church Squabble?

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Aug 28, 2006
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     | 4,708 views

    God is never in favor of His people being in a squabble but God can even take our squabbles and make something good come from it.

    NOTE: I have the Power Point to this message. If you email me at LarryJ713@aol.com and ask for it by referring to 06-08-13pm – I will send it to you. "WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU HAVE A CHURCH SQUABBLE?" ACTS 6:1-7 A. Now there is no doubt that the disciples may have done some murmuring doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Want What You Have Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 31, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,762 views

    Philip heads North and finds that Non-Jews are eleigible to receive the grace of God.

    I want what you have Last week we had a large section of scripture covering the very brief ministry of Stephen. I described it as being like some of the fireworks we may have witnessed. The story starts out starting with some of Stephen’s character traits. Then it was not long before they ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why God Used Stephen In Such Powerful Ways

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 23, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 5,820 views

    The Lord multiplies those who are willing to follow Christ in all aspects of life even if it means personal sacrifice. Stephen spoke out against the idolatry of the people who trusted more in the gods of their own making than Jehovah. (Acts 7:40) It might

    Why God Used Stephen’s Willingness to Die for What He Believed (Acts 7) Illustration:Ministry that costs nothing, accomplishes nothing. John Henry Jowett. 1. Jesus said, “If anyone will come after me let him deny himself, take up his cross daily and follow me.” (Luke 9:23) The Lord multiplies ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Church Vital Signs

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Oct 19, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 4,990 views

    A deductive exposition of the text that reveals the six vital ministries of the church.

    Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to work for health and vitality in our local congregation. Response: individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will pray at the altar rail and commit themselves to working for even greater vitality in our church. Visual ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Hand At The Plow

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,994 views

    An ordination service ... Day after day commitment, all the while realizing the Lord could come back at any moment...

    My father-in-law is a farmer. Over the years, I have come to learn and appreciate what that means. When a yuppie comes out here from the city and decides to have a farm because it sounds so quaint, they aren’t really farmers. They may like playing around with the horses and maybe even doing a day ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    Deacons

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jul 1, 2006
    based on 12 ratings
     | 6,019 views

    1Tim. 3:13 For they that have used the office of a deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus.

    DEACONS Acts 6:1-8 A. It is translated "SERVANT" seven times. Mat 23:8 - 12 But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, even Christ; and all ye are brethren. And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven. Neither be ye called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fly High - Acts Part 6 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 11, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,118 views

    The Lord used an ordinary man Philip who was filled with the Holy Spirit to do extraordinary things for the Kingdom of God. He influenced important people for the Kingdom of God because of his devotion to the Lord and to ministry.

    “Fly High” – Acts part 6 Video Illustration: For the 4th of July – also a soldiers story about the power of the Gospel in a Battle zone. Pray for our Country and for the soldiers oversees. Thesis: The Lord used an ordinary man Philip who was filled with the Holy Spirit to do extraordinary ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Taylor avatar

    A Deacon Ordination

    Contributed by Steve Taylor on Jul 19, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 27,970 views

    Used at the ordination of Warren Kellum as deacon of our church.

    The word “deacon” means servant. Nothing fancy. Nothing extra-ordinary. A deacon is a servant. Now believe it or not, that can lead to some confusion. Because when a group of people calls someone to be their servant, they begin to take the attitude that while the servant serves, they are to sit and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Decker avatar

    A Call To Serve

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 20, 2006
    based on 38 ratings
     | 16,431 views

    The role of deacon is a ministry of service.

    A CALL TO SERVE Acts 6.1-7; I Timothy 3.8-13 S: Church Structure C: Deacons Th: A People with Purpose Pr: THE ROLE OF DEACON IS A MINISTRY OF SERVICE. ?: How? How do we come to that conclusion? KW: Issues TS: We will find in our study of Scripture four issues that will guide us in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Decker avatar

    A Set Up

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 12, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,724 views

    We can adjust to the change God brings.

    A SET UP Acts 6.8-15 S: New Covenant C: Adapting to Change Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE CAN ADJUST TO THE CHANGE GOD BRINGS. Type: Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Be a person of faith, like Stephen – a man of character and courage. • Adjust yourself, adjust your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Decker avatar

    The Importance Of Knowing History

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,801 views

    We must not be set in opposition to God.

    THE IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING HISTORY Acts 7.1-53 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE MUST NOT BE SET IN OPPOSITION TO GOD. We must not set ourselves in opposition to God. KW: Pleas TS: Since Stephen stands accused of blasphemy, we will find four pleas he makes in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Baptism In The Ministry Of Phillip Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 23, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,010 views

    A sermon on the place of baptism in the ministry of Phillip the evangelist.

    Baptism in the Ministry of Phillip Acts 8 INTRO.: Phillip was not one of the twelve apostles. He was one of the first deacons, selected in Acts 6. He is described as a man “full of the Spirit and wisdom.” Acts 6:3-5. He was a powerful and capable preacher of the Gospel. There was serious ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ