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  • John Pierce avatar

    All That Singing In Church: What's That About?

    Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 18, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,584 views

    A message addressing some basic issues surrounding the singing part of worship.

    Open: Ask people why we sing in church… have them share in just a few words. Should we sing more… less… more hymns… more upbeat songs… do we need an electric guitar… full drum set going… maybe some rapping. All over our country… really all over the world… the singing in church is seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • George Barton avatar

    How Paul Motivated Churches To Give

    Contributed by George Barton on Jan 22, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,896 views

    Discusses the various ways Paul motivated Christians to give.

    HOW PAUL MOTIVATED CHURCHES TO GIVE 1. He thanked them when they did give. (Phil 1:3 NIV) I thank my God every time I remember you. (Phil 1:4 NIV) In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy (Phil 1:5 NIV) because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    God Gives The Growth, Not Church Leaders

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 16, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,910 views

    A short homily given at a mid week communion service, encouraging us to fix our eyes on Jesus and not upon leaders, forms of worship or types of evangelism. It’s all about Jesus!

    1 Corinthians 3: 1-9 St. Paul had some words of rebuke for the Christians at Corinth; and when I hear St. Paul rebuking a church I always have to ask myself some questions. The questions are: How does this apply to me? How does this apply to my local church? How does this apply to the national ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The King And The Peasant Girl - Christ And The Church

    Contributed by Peter Bines on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,163 views

    The Song of Songs is a poetic love story between a King and a lowly country girl, which uses exotic and striking language. It celebrates love and affection between a man and a woman that cuts across class barriers. But what did God intend in including it

    Personally I’m not much of a gardener; at best you could call me a ‘weed exterminator.’ But I certainly enjoy walking round a beautiful garden. What are the ingredients needed for a successful garden? I guess, the soil must be suitable, and needs to be plenty of water, sun and shelter. For a garden ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Does God Want A Dirty Church

    Contributed by Corey Laughary on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,322 views

    What does it mean to "honor God with your lips" and yet be far from him? This sermon explores the type of followers Jesus is calling us to become.

    Mark 7:1-23 “Does God want a Dirty Church?” 7:1 The Pharisees and some of the teachers of the law who had come from Jerusalem gathered around Jesus and 2 saw some of his disciples eating food with hands that were "unclean," that is, unwashed. 3(The Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    (Jesus At The) First Church Of Nazareth

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,760 views

    With all these recent events that had taken place, Jesus wanted His closest and dearest friends and relatives to know Who He really was.

    (Jesus at the) First Church of Nazareth Introduction: One part of preaching that can be fun is coming up with titles for sermons. Titles can say little or nothing, or they can say a mouthful. Do you notice anything missing from this one tonight? The answer may not be that obvious at first…the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Church, Do You Know God? Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Nov 6, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,082 views

    With so many problems within the church today we need to ask: Church, Do You Know God? This message is entended to open our minds and enlighten our hearts to the saving message of the gospel and see the church truly believe in Jesus Christ.

    CHURCH, DO YOU KNOW GOD? Acts 3:11-21 INTRODUCTION: A. If you had to build a defense (in a court of law) for knowing God, what would you do? 1. Who would you call on as a character witness? 2. What fruit of the Spirit could you show evidence of? 3. What acts of selflessness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    What Constitutes A New Testament Church?

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Nov 7, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,938 views

    WHAT IS A CHURCH? A New Testament Church is a Blood Bought, called out body of Saved, Born Again, Baptized believers who have made a covenant with each other to carry out the Great Commission.

    Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com NOTE: If you want to email me – the [CONTACT] tab on SERMONCENTRAL will not go through. AOL has a filter that will not allow it to come into my email folder. You will have to email me directly at LarryJ713@aol.com. ------------------------- WHAT CONSTITUTES A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Individual Most Essential For Church Growth

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,978 views

    The characteristics of the Holy Spirit that make Him uniquely essential to help grow the church.

    [Note: this sermon is largely based on Calvin Miller’s work: "A View From the Fields".] Any attempt to grow the church apart from the Holy Spirit will be disastrous! We can have the most clever programs conceivable, plan the most motivating promotions available, sing the sweetest songs and preach ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Messages To The Seven Churches - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jul 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,903 views

    The seven churches are historical, but they have tremendous importance for the church of Christ today because they reveal the qualities that make up the church. They represent all types of churches and Christians.

    MESSAGES TO THE SEVEN CHURCHES Revelation 2:1- 3:22 Part 1 Ephesus – “Forsaken First Love” Revelation 2:1-7 Good News Christian Fellowship July 16, 2006 BUCAS, Daraga albay Introduction I believe there is no book in the New Testament which has been as neglected and as controversial as this book. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    3 John: Church Politics 101 Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 11,054 views

    3 John is a reality check for the church. It is about church politics, problem people, and the problems they cause.

    Through the New Testament 06 Church Politics 101 3 John Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO 3 John is a reality check for the church. It is about church politics, problem people, and the problems they cause. A lot of us would like to think that church ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Messages To The Seven Churches - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Aug 1, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,289 views

    Christ has the very special message for the church that is suffering trouble and persecution. Jesus is always in charge of what happens to us. He controls the circumstances and troubles no matter what happens. Therefore, He will work all things for our go

    MESSAGES TO THE SEVEN CHURCHES Revelation 2:1- 3:22 Part 11 Smyrna – “Persecuted & Poor Rich Church” Revelation 2:8-11 Good News Christian Fellowship July 29, 2006 BUCAS, Daraga Albay Introduction Last week we began our message with the church at Ephesus. That church represents the believer and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Thomas Perdana avatar

    Who We Are In Christ As Church Member

    Contributed by Thomas Perdana on Aug 8, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,855 views

    When we become a christian we have new identity in Christ, and our view toward each other in the church must reflect that fact.

    Here is the text from our Bible today: 15 And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again. 16 So from now on we regard no one from a worldly point of view. Though we once regarded Christ in this way, we do so no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Messages To The Seven Churches- Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Aug 14, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,064 views

    Christ’s absolute condemnation of such a union in Israel or in Pergamom is clear testimony to the fact that Christians must, at all costs, remain pure and separated from the world

    MESSAGES TO THE SEVEN CHURCHES Revelation 2:1- 3:22 Part 3 Pergamum – The Compromising Church Revelation 2:18-29 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga, Albay August 13, 2006 Introduction In the last two weeks we studied the messages of the Lord to the Church at Ephesus and to the Church ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Phillip Day avatar

    Women's Role In The New Testament Church Series

    Contributed by Phillip Day on Aug 21, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,922 views

    There have always been divisions over what woman’s role can be defined as in the church, and Paul gives Timothy the guideline in this passage of scripture.

    Women’s Role in the New Testament Church 1 Timothy 2:9-15 I. Adorned with Good Works, Not Flashy Apparel (v. 9-10; 1 Peter 3:3-4) II. Submissive to Instruction by the Spiritual Leaders (v. 11-12; 1 Peter 3:1-6) a. No contradiction (v. 11) b. No Authority over man (v. 12) III. Reasons for Women’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist