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  • Paul Apple avatar

    Boldness In Church Planting Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jan 13, 2010
     | 7,597 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

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    The Fourfold Function Of The Church

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 12, 2011
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     | 10,782 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

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    Warning To The Watchmen Of The Church

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 14, 2022
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     | 3,969 views

    This is a several part lesson WARNING BELIEVERS TO KNOW THE SIGNS OF THE TIME AND TO WARN OTHERS THE SECOND COMING OF JESUS CHRIST. Are you ready? Are you warning others?

    WARNING! ATTENTION! DUTY OF A WATCHMAN… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (I do this in 2 or 3 parts.) **Are we ready for the NEW WORLD ORDER? A CASHLESS SOCIETY? ONE WORLD CURRENCY? ONE WORLD LEADER? ONE WORLD GOVERNMENT? ONE WORLD RELIGION? OPEN BORDERS? THE MARK OF THE BEAST? ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    3 Admonitions For The Church

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 4, 2024
     | 699 views

    Series from I Thessalonians 5

    Title: 3 Admonitions for the Body. Script: I Thes. 5:19-22 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 5-5-24 Intro: What should I do? We ask ourselves this question a lot, from eating breakfast in the morning (“What should I eat?”) to driving to the store (“What road should I take?”) to choosing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Between Laughter And The Power Of Faith

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Aug 31, 2021
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     | 3,122 views

    The gap between God's Word and his promises, and its fulfillment in your life, is always tied to your development in faith.

    Between Laughter and the Power of Faith “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. 2 This is what the ancients were commended for. 3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Increase Our Faith Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 974 views

    Even the tiniest mustard seed of faith is capable of monumental things. Jesus encourages us to expand our understanding, belief, and trust in Him.

    Today, we're going to talk about faith. You know, that thing that helps us believe in God and trust Him even when life gets tough. We're going to see how even a tiny bit of faith can make a huge difference in our lives. So, let's dive in! What I want you to walk away with is this: Even the tiniest ...read more

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    Grow Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,790 views

    The growth of a Christian is complex and involves many change agents like God’s Word, fellowship with other believers, personal prayer, and worship. The growth comes from God and his exclusive work in our lives.

    Today we're going to talk about growing in our faith. You know, like how a tiny seed grows into a big, strong tree. But first, let me show you something cool. Check out this little plant I have here. It started as a tiny seed, and now it's growing into a beautiful plant. But it didn't just ...read more

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    You Do The Math Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 6, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,757 views

    Spiritual reproduction is the natural outcome of a people with right priorities.

    YOU DO THE MATH Acts 2:42-47 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: SPIRITUAL REPRODUCTION IS THE NATURAL OUTCOME OF A PEOPLE WITH RIGHT PRIORITIES. Type: Inductive The ____ priority… I. DEVOTION II. WORSHIP [AWE] III. UNITY IV. GRACE [GENEROSITY] V. JOY PA: How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Birth Of A Generous Church Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 12, 2015
     | 4,893 views

    This message was preached at our 20th Anniversary and reflects on the birth of the Corinthian Church and Cornerstone

    A Church Birthed in Generosity I’ve always been intrigued with the Corinthian Church. A church with problems, you don’t have to read very far through the letters addressed to the church to discover that they struggled with “issues”. Theological issues, moral issues, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Striving To Be A Church Of Christ Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 12, 2014
     | 6,417 views

    This sermon explores important principles that help ensure that we are being the church that belongs to Christ

    Introduction: A. I like the story told of the man who was shipwrecked on a beautiful, deserted South Pacific island. 1. Five years later, he was discovered by a passing a naval ship. 2. Upon their arrival at the shore the rescue party was met by the shipwreck survivor. He said, “I'm so glad ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Near-Sighted Church

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 17, 2011
     | 7,312 views

    In this sermon we look at what causes evangelistic near-sightedness and how to overcome that condition. This sermon is based on an excellent sermon by Dan Williams.

    Introduction: A. I like the story of the policeman who pulled a lady driver over and asked for her license. 1. After looking at her license, he said, “Lady, it says here that you should be wearing glasses.” 2. The woman answered, “Well, I have contacts.” 3. The policeman ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Practicing In The Local Church Series

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Aug 2, 2013
     | 5,787 views

    Exercise your spiritual gift so that the Body can be edified and encouraged

    Practicing In The Local Church Understanding Spiritual Gifts The spiritual gifts can be found in the following passages of Scripture: Romans 12:6-8 - Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, let us prophesy in proportion to our ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    God's Prayer For The Church Series

    Contributed by Neil Olcott on Aug 6, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,033 views

    Subject: What should be our response to God’s blessings? Complement: Our response is to pray for strength in other believers and in the church as a whole.

    Intro: When a sports team wins the championship game, what is their response? When you hit a home run at work and your boss notices and congratulates you with a promotion, what is your response? Think about those people who win some big multimillion dollar prize, imagine their response. Now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Functioning Biblically Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Aug 8, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,928 views

    When every person begins to play their postion in the body, you will have a church functioning biblically.

    The Church Functioning Biblically Acts 6:1-7; Romans 12:4-6 P.S. When every person begins to play their postion in the body, you will have a church functioning biblically. INTRODUCTION: ILLUSTARTION: When Everyone Plays Their Position- Chip Ingram 30years ago, the Miami Dolphins embarked on an ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Philadelphia The Raptured Church

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 13, 2023
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     | 2,927 views

    The church of Philadelphia is the only church that was given the promise of being Raptured and it was because of what they did, and it is those characteristics they possessed that we must possess today in order to be caught up in the Rapture.

    Philadelphia The Raptured Church By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - In my studies this week I was looking at the 7 churches of Revelation and I have taught on them many times before, but that is what is so awesome about the Word of God you can read it over and over again and every time ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic