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  • Chris Appleby avatar

    How To Serve The Church Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 2, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,647 views

    The way to serve the church, the way to serve God in the church, is to build it up by proclaiming the gospel, by helping those who come to faith to grow, and by encouraging them to become mature believers who in turn can bring others into the kingdom.

    Bill is a 19 ½ year old Uni Student. He’s been a Christian for some 5 or 6 years, having been converted through his youth group. He volunteers as a leader of the youth group on a Friday night. His friends call him Blue because he has red hair. Violet is a 67 year old retiree. She’s still ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How To Destroy A Church

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Aug 29, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,327 views

    This message is one that I put together after reading a speech written by a former governor of Colorado. The lessons fit very well of how to destroy a church.

    Ephesians 6:11 KJV Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. I. INTRODUCTION -- THIS IS NOT MY USUAL FARE. . . -This message that I am going to preach is not my standard fare of preaching style. . . and yet there are some very valuable ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Churchill Or Church, Ill?

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 29, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,136 views

    As Winston Churchill rallied the British people, so Paul rallies Christians by urging us to review our motivations and to present something solid and not merely entertaining. Such a church will prevail and thrive.

    On the fifth of June, 1940, not even a month after he became prime minister, Winston Churchill spoke to the British people to encourage them of their desperate situation. Bear in mind that in September of the previous year the Nazis had invaded Poland, with no effective resistance. Thereafter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Put The Church In Order

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 8, 2013
    based on 74 ratings
     | 30,700 views

    Titus defines God ordained leaders. 1- They are blameless in life and religion 2- They are Spirit controlled rather than uncontrolled 3- They are committed to God’s word in teaching

    INTRO.- Out of order. Don’t you just hate that sign? And especially when you want to use an ATM or an elevator or a vending machine or a public restroom (particularly on a cruise ship!). HAVE YOU EVER HAD THAT EXPERIENCE? Of course, if a restroom was “out of order” that might ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Marks Of The Faithful Church

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 16, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,038 views

    With what God has entrusted to us, are we faithful not only as individuals but as a church toward God. Are we willing to faithfully pursue Him and walk with Him no matter what! God put the church in the world; Satan tries to put the world in the church. Be faithful!

    Opening illustration: I wonder what Christ or even the apostle Paul would say if they were to visit our churches today. What a beehive of activity! Committees, programs, entertainment without end. But worship is often downplayed, services are cut back, prayer meetings are eliminated. Some call ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Truth Builds The Church Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 22, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,153 views

    Second John 5-13 teaches us ways in which to apply the truth in our daily lives.

    Scripture The New Testament of the Holy Bible contains three letters that were written by the Apostle John. A group of false teachers had infiltrated the churches for which John was responsible around Ephesus. They denied that Jesus was the Son of God and also taught that one needed special ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Thyatira - Jezebel In The Church

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 9, 2025
     | 193 views

    The seven churches of Revelation: Thyatira -Jezebel in the Church - Revelation chapter 2 verses 18-29 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: • Greeting: • Addressed to the angel of each church. • Identification: • Christ identifies Himself in relation to the church. • Condition: • A description of the church's spiritual state which was good. • Problem: • Assimilation - the process of becoming similar to ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Family And Church Attendance

    Contributed by Michael Reeves on Aug 20, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 16,511 views

    A message dealing with the scriptural commands to worship in church as a family.

    THE FAMILY AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE Introduction: I believe, if ever there was a time for this message, it is now. All across this nation in Bible-believing churches where the Word of God is loved and proclaimed, there is a very sad trend taking place. It has to do with indifference by families, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Connoisseur Spirit In Churches?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 10, 2002
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,746 views

    Are we just spiritual connoisseurs or spiritual growers?The question is not where is the God of Elijah? The real question is: where are the Elijah’s of God.

    THE SPIRIT OF A CONNOISSEUR IN CHURCHES Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Luke 19:17 Well done thou good servant: because thou hast been FAITHFUL in a VERY LITTLE, have authority over ten cities. Job 23:10 But He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth as ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    "True Church Growth” Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,914 views

    It’s Jesus who will build His church, not man.

    OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO Ephesians 4.11 & 2 TIM 2 1. Monthly, if not weekly, I get some pamphlet, some flier, some invitation to attend the latest CHURCH GROWTH SEMINAR. a. If I will just attend, they promise my church will grow. b. As soon as I apply their techniques, poof, instant growth. c. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Develop A Christ Centered Family

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 13,474 views

    1. The Holy Spirit teaches us the essential requirements that provide the key ingredients for developing Christ centered families.

    1. The Holy Spirit teaches us the essential requirements that provide the key ingredients for developing Christ centered families. Paul wrote, "Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love." (Eph. 5:1) Ask the Lord to help your family be more teachable and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Boldness In Church Planting Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jan 13, 2010
     | 7,673 views

    Supernatural boldness in church planting validates authentic ministry when based on pure motives and proper conduct (the marks of Spirit-filled church planters).

    As we reach the end of our first month of attempting to plant a church and as we study the NT model for church planting from the Book of 1 Thessalonians, we need to ask ourselves if we are too tentative. What is impressive from studying Paul and Silas and Timothy is their confidence and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    The Church Of My Dreams

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,352 views

    The church as God intended it will be affirmative of one another’s gifts, evangelical in spirit, inquiring in mind, comprehensive in compassion, and empowered by Christ.

    I have two requests to make of you this morning as we continue. Two things I need for you to do: First, I am going to ask our ushers to distribute a little document that I have prepared for you. It is something of an outline of today’s message, but it is also a starter kit for your vision of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    The Fourfold Function Of The Church

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 12, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,877 views

    We need to relearn what being the church of Jesus Christ is all about.

    August 14, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 16:13-20 Subject: The Church Title: I Will Build My Church -The Fourfold Function of the Church Last week we finished a five part series on the Great Commission. If you stop and think about it the whole purpose of the Great Commission is for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dee Dowdy avatar

    This Church Is Going To The Dogs

    Contributed by Dee Dowdy on Sep 7, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,431 views

    This sermon teaches that all are loved by God and therefore the Church should reach out to everyone.

    The Church is Going to the Dogs (Mark 7:24-37) Jesus left that place and went to the vicinity of Tyre. He entered a house and did not want anyone to know it; yet he could not keep his presence secret. 25 In fact, as soon as she heard about him, a woman whose little daughter was possessed by an ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist