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  • Stephen E. Trail avatar

    Why Did You Come To Church Today

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 8, 2016
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     | 22,492 views

    A message that examines the motives that people have for attending church.

    Clem went to church on Sunday morning. He heard the pianist miss a note during the prelude and he winced. He saw a teenager talking when everyone else was bowed in prayer. He sensed the usher was watching to see what he put in the offering plate and it made him angry. He caught the pastor in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Consequential Strangers

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 28, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,722 views

    A look at the church.

    Consequential Strangers Matthew 12 / Mark 3 October 20, 2013 I want you to think about the many people you have met this week. I’m not talking about the friends you talked to, I’m talking about the many acquaintances and strangers you met this past week. Maybe it was the waiter or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church, The Mystery Of The Ekklesia- Called Out. Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 14, 2007
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     | 4,963 views

    A challenge to believers that church is not about buildings or social gatherings, but about those who have been called out

    The church, the mystery of the Ekklesia (ek•klay•see•ah) “called out” Part 2 Text: Eph. 3:1-11, 1:9-10 Introduction: 1. The concept of “church”, having church, being the church has seemed to have gotten skewed in our day. 2. Too often the church has become a glorified holy Club, ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Prisoner Of War Series

    Contributed by Paul Getter on Apr 7, 2003
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     | 12,823 views

    I Refuse To Be A Prisoner of War! Jesus came to set you free Indeed

    I Timothy 1: 18  ¶This charge I commit unto thee, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before on thee, that thou by them mightest war a good warfare; 19  Holding faith, and a good conscience; which some having put away concerning faith have made shipwreck: II Corinthians 10: 3  For ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Ministrando El Uno Al Otro

    Contributed by Stephen Boldin on May 20, 2011
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     | 16,445 views

    El apostol Pablo explica nuestro ministerio el uno al otro.

    MINISTRANDO EL UNO AL OTRO: Gálatas 6:1-10 En la sección que estamos estudiando esta mañana, el Apóstol Pablo explica nuestro ministerio el uno al otro. General William Booth era el fundador del Salvation Army en la última parte del Siglo 19. Era un hombre extraordinario cuyo ministerio ha ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Countercultural Community, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
     | 3,156 views

    In this series, we’re talking about being a countercultural community. What does that look like? Last week, we saw that the early church was committed to one another, they had crazy courage and a deep rooted spirit of compassion. Today we find four more

    Countercultural Community, Part 2 Acts 2:42-47 After the apostles received the power of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, it was all about the power of the resurrection and this mindset to go against the grain and do whatever it took to honor God and bless other people. They hadn’t been tainted ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Aggravation Factor Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 2, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,678 views

    What does it cost to be healthy?

    SERIES: HEALTHY CHURCH! “THE AGGRAVATION FACTOR” LUKE 14:25-35 OPEN Some time ago, I heard an interesting adaptation of the biblical account of Adam and Eve. God was talking with Adam. He said, “You really need a helper, don’t you?” And Adam answered, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Epistle From An Apostle Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 21, 2010
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     | 3,788 views

    Exposition of the first nine verses of 1 Cor, regarding the nature of the church and those make it up.

    Text: 1 Cor. 1:1-9, Title: An Epistle from An Apostle, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/13/10, AM A. Opening illustration: Abraham Lincoln’s secretary of war, Edwin Stanton, was angered by an army officer who accused him of favoritism. Stanton complained to Lincoln, who suggested that Stanton write the officer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting Focused And Going Forward

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 24, 2010
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     | 4,179 views

    What is the Kingdom of God? It is the place where Jesus is King! This is the main purpose of the Church to be a place where Jesus is King. Jesus Messiah, what a wonderful song. Messiah is the annointed King of Israel. The annointed King is Jesus.

    Intro: In the past few weeks we have studied some of the lethal weapons that the devil will direct at us. I have said that these devices or schemes are designed to destroy, divide, distort what God has for us as believers. Jesus offers us life full. The devil offers life fractured. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Should We Do Now?

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 27, 2010
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     | 3,723 views

    Biblical advice for the church from a departing pastor

    What Should We Do Now? Philippians 4:1-3 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 24, 2010 INTRODUCTORY NOTE: *I was saved through the ministry of this church in 1975, and after answering God’s call to the ministry, I returned to serve as associate pastor from 1983-1992. After ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hunger For Respect Series

    Contributed by Kyle Gray on Aug 10, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,316 views

    A sermon on how the church should function according to 1 Timothy Chapter 5.

    Hunger for Respect OLYMPIC WAVE Welcome all campuses HUNGER FOR RESPECT How many of you have seen the Hunger Games or read the books? I saw it in the theatre. It all has to do with respect. In a game that is kill or be killed…It’s all about the value of friendship, respect, loyalty, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Makes A Good Church Member?

    Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Feb 23, 2013
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     | 5,185 views

    This sermon was used on a Membership Sunday.

    What Makes a Good Church Member? Acts 2:46,47 And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, 47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Church At The Well Needs You Now

    Contributed by Ken Crow on Oct 16, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,482 views

    We must move ahead . If you are a member here this morning or a guest you are here by divine appointment. We need You at Church AT The Well Church Of God.

    Church At The Well Needs You Now ( A message from Pastor Ken) I want to begin this morning by letting you know that I can think of no higher honor than you allowing me to be your pastor. From the first Sunday, December 5th 2004 to present Melissa and I have always known without reservation we ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Moving Forward With A New Vision

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,254 views

    God has a great plan for the church.

    August 30, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Haggai 2:1-9 Subject: Building the Church Title: Moving Forward With a New Vision It is good to be back home from vacation. For the first time in recent memory we have come back really refreshed. Now it is time to get back to the work of God in the church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Profile Of A Christ Follower Series

    Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 10, 2009
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     | 5,155 views

    Usually because of fuzzy thinking and lack of norms/standards for Christian activity of discernment, people will say, "I can’t tell the difference between a Christian and a non-Christian. What are the unique characteristics that should cause a Christian t

    Date: June 1st, 2003 Title: Profile of the New Self Text: Eph. 4:17-32 Subject: Complement: Main Idea: Intro: In recent years profiling has become quite common. FBI profilers determine who the likely suspect is in a murder investigation. Racial profiling happens even though it is not supposed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist