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  • J. Yeargin avatar

    Beware Of The Scribes

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,466 views

    In the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, there are over 60 references to the scribes, and over 80 references to the Pharisees. Most of these references were made by Jesus, Himself.

    Reference: Mark 12:38 & Luke 20:46 In the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, there are over 60 references to the scribes, and over 80 references to the Pharisees. Most of these references were made by Jesus, Himself. No doubt these people were awkward for Jesus to have to deal with, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Believe The Truth Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 3, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,879 views

    This is the first of 14 sermons on building God’s church God’s way. I will use Bob Russell’s book, "When God Builds A Church" for inspiration

    INTRODUCTION • Talk about revival. It is refreshing to see a young man with the convictions Stan has, he will be successful in God’s kingdom no matter where he is. • I believe the Auburn Christian Church is at a crossroads. I believe this church is on the verge of making an impact on this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Purpose Of It All Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 6, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,423 views

    The purpose of the church is to become: 1. A Faith-centered community. 2. A God-centered community 3. A World-centered community.

    As I read Erwin McManus’ book on the church entitled An Unstoppable Force, I have to say I was hit hard by a statement near the beginning, where he said: “The indictment that we must receive is that the Christian faith as we express it is no longer seen as a viable spiritual option. Masses gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Passing The Towel Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 7, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,914 views

    Service is central to Spiritual development and growth of the Church. A look at Jesus and the early Church supplies a great example of the process for building workers.

    (Open with an illustration: Hold up, one at a time, several kinds of towels and mention their use: paper towel, dish towel, face towel, bath towel and beach towel). The story is told of a young Christian nurse that began working with lepers in India, bathing their wounds and bringing them food ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grasshopper Mentality

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 61 ratings
     | 32,760 views

    When they saw the Nepthalim they said they became like “grasshoppers.” We want to look at this “grasshopper” complex later in the message.

    TEXT: Joshua 14:6-15; Numbers 13:26-33 TITLE: GRASSHOPPER MENTALITY Throughout this message I will be referring back to Numbers 13. In Numbers 13 we have the report of the spies as they returned back to Moses and the Children of Israel. None of the 12 that went could deny that the land of Canaan ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transforming Power

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 12, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,056 views

    This is sermon 1 of 6 on based on the kind of church it takes to be an Acts 2:47 church. Many sources were used including several on Sermon Central

    Transforming Power Meridian Christian Church is a “2:47” Church - 24/7! What is a 2:47 church 24 hours a day – seven days a week? In the next 6 weeks we are going to have the adventure of a lifetime together as we investigate, study and explore the Bible to learn what it is and what it means! ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church - It's Not About You! (Part 1)

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Sep 12, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,645 views

    Message attempting to take the focus off us and onto God and the unreached.

    Church – It’s Not About You! (Part 1) Various Scriptures September 12, 2004 Introduction We’re setting aside our study of Matthew for a few weeks, because I want us to just cover something that is at the basis of what we are trying to accomplish as a church here at AWC. If you have been part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Ready, Set, Grow!

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 13, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,990 views

    Marks of a growing church

    Ready, Set, Grow! Acts 2:41-47 Woodlawn Baptist Church September 12, 2004 (This message was taken from Dr. Paul Powell’s book "The Nuts & Bolts of Church Growth" and personalized to fit our congregation) Introduction Today I want to take a quick break from our series in Esther and spend the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making The Right Choice

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 19, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,986 views

    God has given us the choice: life and blessing or death and curses. Which will we choose?

    TEXT: DEUTERONOMY 30:11-20 TITLE: “MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE” INTRODUCTION: A. Has there ever been a time in your life when you made the wrong choice? --Maybe you’ve heard of the Darwin Awards. It’s a yearly feature sent around the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Thriving Instead Of Just Surviving

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 21, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,399 views

    A sermon on Acts 4:23-37 on how a church can thrive in the most hostile of environments. (Thanks to Jay Hardison for the outline)

    Sermon for 1/15/2006 Acts 4:23-37 Introduction: A. Sing- Peter and John went to pray. They met a lame man on the way. He held up his palms and asked for alms; and this is what Peter did say: Silver and gold have I none, but as I have give unto thee. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Whatever It Takes

    Contributed by Nathan Eyland on Jan 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,518 views

    The challenge for an old church becoming a new church

    Over the Christmas / New Year period while Leni was away in Greece with most of her immediate family, I spent some time staying with her brother in the City. We had some friends over and they were staying in our place, so I took the opportunity to get to know Leni’s brother better. One of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Perfect Disguise

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jan 23, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,717 views

    Churches need to be careful who they put into leadership positions. Paul says to "Beware"

    The Perfect Disguise When God starts moving and working in all areas of our lives, don’t be fooled in thinking that the enemy doesn’t notice. · Expect a counter attack for every blessing · Expect a test on your spiritual life · Expect something to happen that will cause you to exercise your faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving Up On Being God Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Jan 23, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,356 views

    We are devoted to the truth.

    A PEOPLE WITH PURPOSE: GIVING UP ON BEING GOD Acts 2:42-47 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE ARE DEVOTED TO THE TRUTH. ?: Why? KW: Reasons TS: We will find in our study based on Acts 2.42 three reasons why we should be devoted to the truth in Scripture. Type: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fulfilling God's Vision

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 23, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,832 views

    This message focuses on fulfilling God’s vision for the Willow Vale Community Church. The message was given at a church vision dinner to present the 2006 budget.

    “Fulfilling Our Mission” “Finding God’s Vision for the Willow Vale Church” Pastor Ray Ellis Our Mission - "Bringing people to Jesus, loving, equipping, and sending them out to make more and better disciples." (BLES) Philippians 1:5-6 “Because you have been my partners in spreading the Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Motivation Factor Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 23, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,755 views

    Promotes the renewal of the five basic purposes of the church

    SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: SELECTED TITLE: “THE MOTIVATION FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. Before we get to the actual message this morning, I want to say some things concerning last Sunday’s message: 1. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ