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The Church As A Growing Community Series

Contributed by Galen Hackman on May 10, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 7,087 views

5th and last in a series on the Core Characteristics of the Church. This sermon looks at the church as a growing community.

The Church as a Growing Community Acts 2:42-47 (vs. 47) Do you remember those little choruses we learned at Vacation Bible School? There were several little ditties that were brought out only at VBS time. One came to my mind as I was preparing this sermon: Deep and wide; Deep and wide, There’s a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Brethren

Essentials For A Powerful Church

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003

based on 38 ratings

| 3,919 views

This was my June devotional for the Leadership team meeting that examines the powerful qualities of the Antioch church.

Essentials for A Powerful Church Acts 11:19-21 Leadership Board Meeting June 10, 2003 Introduction What does it mean to have a powerful church? What does a powerful church look like? Do we have a powerful church? AC 11:19 Now those who had been scattered by the persecution in connection with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Church Priorities: Elders

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jan 25, 2002

based on 124 ratings

| 3,599 views

This message addresses the qualifications of those who serve as elders in the church.

For the last couple of months we have been talking about Who You Are in the body of Christ. We said that We are the church of Jesus Christ. And because we are the church of Jesus Christ, we are a family. As with all families there comes responsibilities. We have looked at our responsibilities to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Characteristics Of A Vibrant Church Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 3, 2002

based on 80 ratings

| 10,432 views

Four attributes that contributed to the success of the early church that can be applied to the church of today.

In a Peanuts cartoon, Lucy demands that Linus change TV channels and then threatens him with her fist if he doesn’t. "What makes you think you can walk right in here and take over?" asks Linus. "These five fingers," says Lucy. "Individually they are nothing, but when I curl them together like ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Other

Dynamics Of A Prevailing Church

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

based on 36 ratings

| 4,808 views

Essential Characteristics of a Church that Prevails against kingdom of darkness

GOD WILL HAVE A CHURCH IN THIS CITY THAT WILL PREVAIL AGAINST THE STRONGHOLDS OF DARKNESS. WE WILL BE ARMED AND ANOINTED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT, LAUNCHING A MILITANT ASSAULT ON THE KINGDOM OF satan. THE SUPERNATURAL POWER OF GOD WILL BE AT WORK IN THE MINISTRIES OF HIS CHURCH. DARKNESS WILL BE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Church Of God

"The Motivation Of The Church”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Nov 26, 2001

based on 44 ratings

| 9,189 views

The proper motivation for a church to carry a crazy message to a confussed world of lost souls.

This story deals with a rather old fashioned lady, who was planning a couple of weeks vacation in Florida. She also was quite delicate and elegant with her language. She wrote a letter to a particular campground and asked for reservations. She wanted to make sure the campground was fully equipped ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of God In The Church

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 27, 2001

based on 38 ratings

| 13,254 views

The controlling power of God in His people and in the church.

THE POWER OF GOD IN THE CHURCH EPHESIANS 3:20-21 ONLY GOD’S POWER CAN TRANSFORM THE CHURCH INTO WHAT HE WANTS THE CHURCH TO BE. IT IS HIS POWER THAT QUICKENS US, JOHN 6:63 TEACHES, “IT IS THE SPIRIT THAT QUICKENETH.” WE ARE THE RECIPIENTS OF DIVINE POWER. THEREFORE, ONCE WE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

"The Church Complaining" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002

based on 45 ratings

| 4,788 views

This sermon shows how the early church dealt with a problem in its fellowship.

THE CHURCH COMPLAINING Text-Acts 6:1-7 "And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily mintration. Then the twelve called the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Soul Purpose Of The Church

Contributed by Gregory Baskin on Jan 12, 2002

based on 170 ratings

| 7,637 views

The soul purpose of the church is evangelism. To reach lost people. It is not a hotel for the saints, it is a hospital for sinners.

The Soul Purpose of the Church Intro: What is the primary focus of the church? Fellowship? Teaching? Is it potluck dinners? entertainment? The soul purpose of the church is evangelism. To reach lost people. It is not a hotel for the saints, it is a hospital for sinners. Look at the message ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A United Church Series

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

based on 29 ratings

| 5,256 views

This is the third sermon in a series on Philippians. This sermon provides three steps for building a united church.

I. Introduction a. Today many churches are struggling because they are not united. For Example one church split of the issue of Adam and Eve’s belly button. b. Paul began his letter with the Building up of the church, and then he gave reasons for rejoicing, next he tells the church how to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build A Church

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 23, 2002

based on 37 ratings

| 3,564 views

The Church Of Jesus Christ is more then a building...

How to Build a Church Church Growth April 7, 2002 I. It was heard that He was in the house (Mark 2:1,2 NKJV) 1 And again He entered Capernaum after some days, and it was heard that He was in the house. 2 Immediately many gathered together, so that there was no longer room to receive them, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Seven Churches Of Revelation

Contributed by Larry Cockerham on Jul 5, 2002

based on 71 ratings

| 25,633 views

The seven churches are representative of the church as a whole; the number seven symbolizing completion or perfection.

Most students are eager to get into the action of Revelation as soon as possible. Therefore they tend to skip over chapters two and three in the Book of Revelation without realizing their importance. But the churches give us an almost inexhaustible storehouse of wisdom and knowledge. The seven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:11

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna, The Suffering Church Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002

based on 17 ratings

| 5,459 views

The faithful of Smyrna suffered hardship, but they were spiritually prosperous and steadfast in their devotion to Christ.

"Smyrna-the Suffering Church" -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts. Sermon series on the Letters to the 7 Churches of Rev 2-3 When school report cards are issued, it’s can be a stressful time. Any assessment we receive is supposed to help us see our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-12

Denomination: Congregational

State Of The Church Address

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Mar 12, 2002

based on 49 ratings

| 15,025 views

The present state of the church lends itself to the need to assess, agree and act.

State of the Church Address: Assess ? Agree ? Act This local body of believers known as Trinity Baptist Church has been allowed to exist for 30.5 years, and I have had the privilege and blessing to be the pastor of this body for the past 11.5 years. Each has a place and purpose of being here. ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3, Haggai 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle On The Way To Church Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 8, 2005

based on 44 ratings

| 7,134 views

God worked mightily through these 2 guys who were just on their way to a prayer meeting! How can I see God work in MY life like that? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Tell the story from Acts 3. THESIS: God wants to do something through you, if you¡¯ll develop these 5 habits: 1. Be open to God¡¯s direction as you go about your business. (V. 1) Here¡¯s a couple of guys just on the way to prayer meeting. . . and God uses them for a great miracle. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-26

Denomination: Holiness

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