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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Responding To Threats Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 17, 2014
     | 6,770 views

    False teachers threaten the health of the Community of Faith, just as errant doctrine threatens the spiritual welfare of the people of God. The message considers how the elder is to respond to such threats.

    “But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.” [1] The people of God live under constant threat even to their lives. Jesus warned His people, “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Postscript For Preachers Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 18, 2014
     | 6,333 views

    Paul's closing words summarise what has been presented to Timothy in this letter.

    “O Timothy, guard the deposit entrusted to you. Avoid the irreverent babble and contradictions of what is falsely called ‘knowledge,’ for by professing it some have swerved from the faith. “Grace be with you.” [1] It is no secret that I am a news junkie; I fill my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Future Home Of The Redeemed - Part 2 - The New Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 1, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,136 views

    Most people believe they will go to Heaven when they die. It is the great future promise of God to every human being. However, Jesus said He was the only way to get there.

    Some believe that the Earth may be the future location of Heaven (Romans 8:19-22, Matthew 5:5, Revelation 21:1; 2 Peter 3:10,13). Others believe Heaven is a planet located somewhere in the Universe or even in the Sun! In actuality, Heaven exists outside the dimensions of both space and time. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Disposition For Position-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 8, 2014
     | 3,868 views

    2 of 2. Jesus characterized the disposition needed for holding position & power in Jesus’ disciples. But what is the proper disposition? Position & power in Jesus’ disciples is tied to our...

    The DISPOSITION For POSITION-II—Mark 10:35-45 Attention: Outdoor Life "You're in incredibly fine condition," the doctor concluded after finishing a thorough physical. "How old did you say you were, sir?" "Seventy-eight." "Seventy-eight! Why, you have the health of a sixty-year-old. What's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Calling On The Name Of The Lord Without Legalism Series

    Contributed by Gregory Norton on Dec 1, 2011
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     | 6,791 views

    ‘We believe that salvation is for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord.’

    Introduction: Earlier, I preached a sermon on calling on the name of the Lord for conversion without the ‘means’ of water baptism. Then, I preached another sermon on calling on the name of the Lord without a specific required sign of evidence for salvation. Much earlier in ministry, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Jesus Is Enough - Intro To Colossians Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Oct 15, 2014
     | 8,330 views

    An inspiring introduction to the powerful, Jesus-focused book of Colossians.

    Colossians 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2 To the holy and faithful brothers in Christ at Colosse: Grace and peace to you from God our Father. 3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 because we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Church Leadership 101: The Pastor

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 20, 2025
     | 629 views

    Based on 1 Timothy 3:1-7 - Helps hearers understand the biblical qualifications for the pastor.

    “CHURCH LEADERSHIP 101: THE PASTOR” 1 Timothy 3:1-7 FBCF – 1/19/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – WELCOME ONLINE AUDIENCE I’m going to preach about preachers today. A preacher was walking down the street and came up to a young boy. The preacher asked him if he knew where the post office was. The boy said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Study And Preach

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 19, 2025
     | 412 views

    We will always need more study, but the Church and the World will always need more preaching by life as well as lip.

    ‘Study More, Preach Less' Billy Graham "One of my great regrets is that I have not studied enough. I wish I had studied more and preached less. People have pressured me into speaking to groups when I should have been studying and preparing. Donald Barnhouse said that if he knew the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Serious Inquiry Into The Role Of The Under Shepherd Of The Church"

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 25, 2023
     | 1,542 views

    The message is an examination of the qualifications that must be evident in the life of one appointed to eldership.

    “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

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    God's Order & Assignment For Pastors (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 20, 2012
     | 7,501 views

    This second part of the short 2 part series, looks at the state of the Church in every town and city, and how this current situation works against genuine New Testament order and results in pastoral ministry.

    God’s Order and Assignment for Pastors (Part II) Eric J. Hanson In my previous message, I taught about the nature of the equipping gift of pastor. • First of all we learned that the word pastor means shepherd. • I brought out the important fact that in God’s plan, there ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Future Home Of The Redeemed - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 1, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,600 views

    Most people believe they will go to Heaven when they die. It is the great future promise of God to every human being. However, Jesus said He was the only way to get there.

    When I was a young Christian, I heard a song written by Andréa Crouch titled "If Heaven Was Never Promised" that resonated deep in my soul about what my relationship with Jesus meant to me. The song spoke of the unspeakable joy found in Heaven with its streets of gold and Angels ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walk In Love Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 23, 2024
     | 1,234 views

    John loves the church in truth. They all know the truth. It is all because of the truth that lives in us. Grace of God is with us in truth. Everything is based on the truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

    The book of 2 John, a short letter, is written by John the beloved disciple. He was the closest person to Jesus during his earthly ministry. John was key in the growth of the early church. He was in and out of prison for sixty years following the death of Jesus. When John wrote this letter he was, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Character Of Godly Leaders Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 12, 2018
     | 6,357 views

    In the text we will see the "must have's" for a biblical elder, as well as standards meted out

    Text: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Title: Character of Godly Leaders, Date/Place: WHBC, 4.15.18, AM A. Opening illustration: Jerome was biblical scholar and bible translator whose translation of the bible into Latin was a watershed moment in Christian history. In 394 AD he sent a letter to Nepotian rebuking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Follow Me - Responding To His Call

    Contributed by Scott Redmond on Jul 28, 2018
     | 10,384 views

    When you follow Jesus, He will lead you into the Bible, through the prayer closet and out into the harvest fields! Jesus said, "Follow Me". Jesus is still calling disciples to daily follow Him on the path of life.

    Title: Follow Me - A Daily Walk with Jesus Jesus is still calling disciples to daily follow Him on the path of life. › INTRODUCTION: God has a plan for your life. God’s PLAN FOR YOU... is your purpose and what He had in mind when He created you. Jesus said that He came to give us life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Resignation

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 16, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,267 views

    A heartfelt sermon as I resigned from a church to accept a call from another church.

    Sermon for 8/15/2010 Resignation Introduction: Conflicts are not uncommon, but when the preacher and song leader get into it, stand aside. One week, the preacher preached on commitment, and how we should move forward into doing service for others. After this sermon, the song leader led the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ