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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    We Are The Church Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 11, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,266 views

    In the Bible “church” is by definition either all of the disciples of Jesus Christ or a specific group of believers. In 1 Timothy chapter 5, The Apostle Paul describes the church as people dedicated to doing whatever it takes to reach out and help others

    We continue in our series Hope Found Here, and this month our focus is on Hope in the Church. Many people associate the word “church” with a building. Often something old, draughty, with uncomfortable wooden pews and a smell of damp. I have spoken to people in Ashingdon and Rayleigh who did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Church Is One Series

    Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Apr 1, 2021
     | 2,743 views

    We have begun to look at what theologians and church fathers across the centuries have called the "marks" or the "notes" of the Church. Perhaps we can get a fresh look at God's words about the Church.

    Ephesians 4:1-6 We have begun to look at what theologians and church fathers across the centuries have called the "marks" or the "notes" of the church. Coming without apology from an evangelical and scriptural perspective, still we are seeking to avoid the unproductive tension ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Christ And The Church Series

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jun 12, 2021
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     | 2,250 views

    You are the body of Christ. You are created and designed to carry out God’s plan. This is the responsibility that God has given to the church: to pray, to fast, to give, to nurture, and raise up the next generation of the body of Christ.

    Christ and the Church Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it. (Ephesians 5:25) Genesis lays out God's blueprint. It lays out His pattern for His design of both male and female. We meditated on this topic last week. In the modern era today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Cinderella Church

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 25, 2023
     | 985 views

    Let’s ask God to help us dream big and believe in the future he has for us.

    "Who is here among you that remembers this house in its former glory?“ Most of you, right? Do you remember how things were, a couple of months into the rebuilding process, when the debris had been cleared away but the rebuilding hadn’t really begun yet. The shock of the fire and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Elders In The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,580 views

    The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the importance of appointing godly, qualified elders in the church to ensure strong leadership, sound doctrine, and spiritual growth within the faith community.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to take a deep dive into Titus 1:5-16, exploring the qualifications of elders, their role in the church, and the importance of appointing these leaders in our community. "A true and safe leader is likely to be one who has no desire to lead but is ...read more

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    Church Is What?

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 31, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,502 views

    The Christian today has a distorted view of the church and it has been affecting its divine mission.

    Church is what? Thesis: The Christian today has a distorted view of the church and it has been affecting its divine mission. Text: Acts 2:38-47; Acts 4:32-37 Acts 2:38-47 “The Message” Peter said, “Change your life. Turn to God and be baptized, each of you, in the name of Jesus Christ, so your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Church Is Habitual PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 146 views

    Trusting God in trials, resisting temptation, and living out our faith through obedient action shapes us into Christlike people who impact the world.

    Some weeks feel like a head-on collision with life, don’t they? The calendar crowds you. The headlines haunt you. The phone rings and your heart sinks—another bill, another doctor’s report, another hard conversation. In moments like these, James steps into our living room with a calm, steady voice ...read more

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    The Fellowship Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Aug 25, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,800 views

    This message looks at how we obtain, lose, restore and sustain fellowship in the body of Christ

    Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds The Fellowship of the Church Text: 1 John 1:1-10 Introduction: In 1773, the young pastor of a poor church in Wainsgate, England, was called to a large and influential church in London. John Fawcett was a powerful preacher and writer, and these skills had ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    We Are The Church! Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Feb 5, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 13,667 views

    This sermon outlines Paul’s 5 views of the church in 1 Corinthians 3 and empasizes what the church should be and what our roles should be in it.

    1 Corinthians We Are the Church I Corinthians 3 February 2, 2003 Intro: A. The Church has become so frantic in its busyness that it reminds me of the well-known definition of a fanatic: “A person who redoubles his efforts after he has lost sight of his goals.” B. In 1 Corinthians 3, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    State Of The Church

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,222 views

    This message looks at the four pillars of a growing Church; evangelism, outreach, worship, and fellowship.

    State of the Church Dear friends, It has been one year since we gathered for worship in the Auditorium of the Warren local high school on a cool Sunday morning. That Sunday morning just a year ago, many in this community prophesied doom for the new church starting in the High School. I heard, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    An Exemplary Church

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 25, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,491 views

    When the priority of people in a church focuses on the love of Jesus Christ the reputation of that church will be missions and ministry.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendships. ------------------------------------------------------- August 24, 2003 For from you sounded out the word of the Lord not only in Macedonia and Achaia, but also in ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Complacent Church Series

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Oct 31, 2002
    based on 107 ratings
     | 14,837 views

    How do we fight complacency in our spiritual lives?

    Zephaniah 1:10-14 10 "On that day," declares the LORD, "a cry will go up from the Fish Gate, wailing from the New Quarter, and a loud crash from the hills. 11 Wail, you who live in the market district; all your merchants will be wiped out, all who trade with silver will be ruined. 12 At that time I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The State Of The Church

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,690 views

    This sermon compares the Health of our church to that of the 7 Churches of Asia Minor. It can easily be adapted to any church.

    Title: State of the Church, 2008 Text: Revelation 2 & 3 Date: 2/3/08 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church Introduction: President Bush gave his 7th and final “State of the Union” address on Monday night before a joint session of Congress. He discussed the war on Terrorism and talked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Church Alive Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,714 views

    What are the characteristics of a Church that's alive? See what Paul prays for.

    Philippians 1:1-11 Paul had some tough times as he traveled around the Mediterranean telling people about Jesus. He faced opposition from various sources: from the Jewish leaders who were worried that he was taking people away from their Jewish worship, from Roman authorities who were concerned ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Church Matters

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 12, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,640 views

    Does church really matter? It depends.

    Acts 9:18-29 Church Matters Woodlawn Baptist Church September 9, 2007 I want to welcome each of you to today’s services! I trust and pray that you enjoy your time with us and more importantly that you connect with God through our time of worship. In last week’s message I dealt with this question: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist