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  • Lay Man avatar

    Accepting One Another In The Church

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 16, 2015
     | 4,624 views

    Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. - Romans 15:7 The storms of this life are inevitable, circumstances of life along with a cosmic spiritual battle are all around us. At times we can feel it raging i .

    Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. - Romans 15:7 The storms of this life are inevitable, circumstances of life along with a cosmic spiritual battle are all around us. At times we can feel it raging in our lives, the pressures, choices, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Causing Division And Disunity In The Church

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015
     | 12,398 views

    I urge you, brothers and sisters, to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Keep away from them. - Romans 16:17 Causing division is a hurtful thing and never something ..

    I urge you, brothers and sisters, to watch out for those who cause divisions and put obstacles in your way that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Keep away from them. - Romans 16:17 Causing division is a hurtful thing and never something we should seek to do. Our did say: "Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Is Wounded By The Dividing Of Church

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015
     | 3,422 views

    Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Were you baptized in the name of Paul? - 1 Corinthians 1:13 It seems like a harmless statement given to us by the Apostle Paul, not just a statement a question: "Is Christ divided?" Of course the answer wo ..

    Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Were you baptized in the name of Paul? - 1 Corinthians 1:13 It seems like a harmless statement given to us by the Apostle Paul, not just a statement a question: "Is Christ divided?" Of course the answer would be "no" he is not divided or who would ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Seeing The Church As In Heaven Now

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015
     | 3,036 views

    After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their ha

    After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands. - Revelation 7:9 What a beautiful holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is That Church Member Confused Or Lost?

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Jan 19, 2016
     | 2,545 views

    Salavation

    1. My doctrine must be right for my decision to be right 2. Biblical examination leads to confidence not confusion A. Will confirm the witness of the Word with the witness of the Spirit - Romans 8:16, I John 3:24, 4:13 B. Will shift your attention from the promise of salvation to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Components Of Love Passion For The Church Series

    Contributed by John Dixon on Jan 24, 2016
     | 4,569 views

    Develop Passion For the Church

    Ephesians 5:15-5:33 (NASB) 15 Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, 16 making the most of your time, because the days are evil. 17 So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. 18 And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Believe Week 6 - The Church Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 16, 2015
     | 4,039 views

    Believe week 7 looks at The Church

    Believe 6 - The Church October 26, 2014 Ephesians 4 I’m not sure if you’ve heard of the writer Anne Rice? She has written over 30 books; and is most famous for her series of books called “The Vampire Chronicles.” In 1998, Rice shocked readers and the publishing world when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Church's Prayer: Prayer For Salvation Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 18, 2015
     | 9,620 views

    The church's top priority is to pray for people's salvation: that they come to know the Father through Jesus, the Son; and that they find freedom through Jesus, the Savior.

    Several years ago, because of all the tornados in the area, a developer in Tulsa, Oklahoma, offered an optional tornado-safe room in the new homes he was selling. Nine of the first ten buyers opted to pay the extra $2,500 for the room, which can also be used as a closet, bathroom, or vault when not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Boasting About Our Church Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 19, 2015
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     | 7,464 views

    God would have us boast about our church and encourage each other. He would not have us criticize & shame one another. Churches that encourage one another bring refreshment to all who enter their fellowship.

    2 CORINTHIANS 7:12-16 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] BOASTING ABOUT OUR CHURCH The Corinthians church's awakening by Paul's harsh letter cause them to repent, to wake up and realize what was really going on in the church and their responsibility to correct it. Their awakening to their church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Must Address Abortion Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 19, 2015
     | 5,073 views

    As a church we must address abortion, 3 things today (material adapted from Andreas Kostenberger's book, God Marriage, and Family, pgs. 130- 133; outline adapted from an article by Frederica Mathewes- Green entitled "Wanted: A New Pro Life Strategy"

    HoHum: On a bright, beautiful day, full of promise, Mavis laid an egg. This was not an extraordinary event since Mavis was a chicken, but Mavis was not pleased. "An egg? An egg? What do I want with an egg?" said Mavis to herself. "An egg is just not in my plans. I’ll have to get rid of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Ode To The Messed-Up Church Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 11, 2020
     | 1,924 views

    This passage details the numerous efforts the Paul made to get the Corinthians back on track and the harsh reality that some churches are just a mess.

    - Maybe start with the story of Pastor Mark and church “J.” THE SITUATION FOR THIS MESSED-UP CHURCH: 1. Paul handled his ministry there with integrity. - 2 Corinthians 12:11-12, 17-19. 2. Paul sacrificed for them. - 2 Corinthians 12:13, 14b, 15-16. 3. This was not the first time he’d tried ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Has Left The Building Series

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 21, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,310 views

    Many of the churches -- and by churches, I mean Christians -- have forgotten the church is meant to thrive outside the walls of the church house by serving others and by being a means of God’s Grace. It is time for the Church to leave the building.

    TITLE: THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING SCRIPTURE: ST. MARK 16:15 On last Sunday I preached from the subject “THE CHURCH” – this morning I want to continue that message or Part-II and tag this message – “THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING.” I remember when I was still relatively young, Elvis ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Prayer To The Thessalonian Church

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 12, 2013
     | 3,866 views

    To enumerate what we should pray for our brethren.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do we pray for the love and heart of our brethren? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate what we should pray for our brethren. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13 (Amplified Bible) And may the Lord make you to increase and excel and overflow in love for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Making War In The Local Church Series

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jul 13, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,345 views

    Many new believers are not taught how to overcome the onslaught of the evil one and become confused and disorientated when things begin to go wrong.

    Making War In The Local Church 1 Peter 5:8-9 - Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. The devil is ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Building The Church--Making A Difference Series

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 21, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,909 views

    God has called us all to make a difference in the lives of others. We are to do it in three different ways as a solider, an athlete, and farmer.

    Let’s Build The Church—Wanting To Make A Difference July 21, 2013 Glenville 2 Samuel 18:19-23 2 Timothy 2:1-13 We are in part 3 of our series, “Let’s Build The Church,” and today we are going to look at Wanting To Make A Difference. Imagine if you were at ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed