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  • Gordon Pike avatar

    Sardis: The Dying Church Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Feb 7, 2021
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     | 6,170 views

    can a church that was once so full of life become a white-washed tomb full of dead men’s bones and rotting corpses? That, my fellow investigators, is our job this morning as “Christian Soul Investigators.” Get it? “CSI”

    God morning, brothers and sisters! Welcome to “CSI: Canton.” For those of you who live in a cave and don’t have cable, “CSI” stands for “Crime Scene Investigation.” Now, CSI started out as a weekly crime show that literally began at the turn of the century … in the year 2000 … on CBS. The ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Week Four The Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023
     | 1,723 views

    A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY

    THE CHURCH OR A SHORT COURSE IN ECCLESIOLOGY I. INTRODUCTION This lesson addresses the importance and history of the church. Doctrines are often misunderstood or abused, and the doctrine of the church is no exception. Differences in understanding church membership and its importance can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Our Church "Apostolic"? Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jul 16, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,962 views

    Five characteristics of an apostolic congregation.

    For the last one thousand, seven hundred years, Christians across the world have recited the Nicene Creed in their worship. Part of the Nicene Creed says, "We believe in one holy, catholic, apostolic church." What does that really mean? We know what "one" means, that it refers to the oneness of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Vision For Our Church

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,911 views

    Presents a vision for our church of being a hospital, a greenhouse, and a festival (presented in the context of a candidating sermon)

    A Vision For Laurier Steve Simala Grant, March 9/10, 2002 Thoughts on Call: We’ve been calling this weekend “Candidating Weekend.” I knew very soon after the search committee asked to present my name to you for your prayers and discernment, that part of what I needed to do was present some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Game Plan For Church Series

    Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Aug 26, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 9,578 views

    A description of the strategy of a church committed to these three purposes: love God, love the church, love the Lost.

    BE052503 WHAT AM I HERE FOR? 4. GAME PLAN FOR A PURPOSE DRIVEN When more than a million Allied soldiers gathered on British soil at the beginning of 1944, their mission was clear: Beat the Nazis. But how was that going to happen? Churchill’s idea was to storm the beaches of ITALY, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Becoming A Kingdom Church

    Contributed by John Boquist on Jul 19, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,057 views

    The church today is tasked with advancing the Kingdom of heaven, here’s how.

    Being a Kingdom Church Matthew 16:13-20 Almost sixty years ago, our nation was shocked by the sudden death of our president, Franklin D. Roosevelt. We all remember the somber pageantry and mood in our nation Ronald Reagan died. But this was far more momentous because our nation was in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Between Laughter And The Power Of Faith

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Aug 31, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,197 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
     | 1,034 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
     | 1,864 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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    Developing Discerning Spirits Or One Might Say The Spirit Of Truth & Error

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,206 views

    I remember a fellow saying: "Don’t believe anything you hear and only half of what you see!" I was only a teenager when I heard this bit of wisdom from a heart that had grown cynical. However cynical the person who spoke these words, I realized there

    Developing Discerning Spirits Or One Might Say The Spirit Of Truth And Error Sunday, April 07, 2002 This morning I certainly hope that you all have your bibles with you as I will be using quite a lot of scripture in my sermon. Let’s turn if you will to, 1 John 4:1-6 Beloved, believe not every ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Christian Mental Health: Strategies For Developing Personal & Relational Security

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021
     | 2,100 views

    Jesus Christ, during his time on Earth was once asked, “What is the greatest commandment?”

    Jesus Christ, during his time on Earth was once asked, “What is the greatest commandment?” (Mark 12:28 English Standard Version). His response was very powerful: “29 “The most important one,” answered Jesus, “is this: ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. 30 Love the Lord your God ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    My Role In The Church Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 4, 2011
     | 12,174 views

    Why should you join a local congregation when you become a Christian? The message explores your vital role in the assembly where God places you.

    “There are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone. To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good. To one is given through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Church Of Maximum Impact Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 10, 2020
     | 6,368 views

    Christian missions at its most basic level is one BEGGAR telling another BEGGAR where to find BREAD.

    A Church Of Maximum Impact Acts 11:19-30 Several years ago Time magazine carried a story about a controversy that once raged in a Waterloo, Iowa courthouse over a perplexing question. The question at hand was this: “What is a Christian?” It all started when a local doctor who had been very wealthy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Harlot Or Apostate Church Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jul 9, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,750 views

    Week 37 in a Wednesday evening study through the book of Revelation

    WEEK 37 The Harlot or Apostate Church Date: May 14, 2003 Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Revelation 17:1-18 The Description of Religious Babylon (17:1-6a) Verse 1. John is called to come and see the judgment of Babylon, but in the process he also gets a description of the woman (Babylon). The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Be A Vibrant Church Series

    Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 26, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,692 views

    A study on the 7 model churches as described by Jesus in the book of Revelation. Learn why the church is so important, and your part in what He’s up to in these last days.

    How to Be a Vibrant Church Series: Will the Real Church Please Stand Up? October 8, 2006 READ Rev.3:1-6 The ache in the chest wasn’t particularly bad. It wasn’t the fierce, crushing pain that usually signals a heart attack, (like in the movies)… but it was bad enough to wake me up from a deep ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan