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  • Tom Shepard avatar

    What Is The Church? (Reworked) Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 25, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,053 views

    This is the reworking of a sermon I wrote several years ago. The Church is: 1. The church is a fellowship. 2. The church is a family. 3. The church is a flock. 4. The church is a body.

    What Is The Church? Our text today is found in Matthew chapter sixteen. Follow along with me as I read: "Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, He was asking His disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" And they said, "Some say John the Baptist; and others, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Behave In Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 883 views

    Explores the concept of divine truth as the foundation of the church and its role in guiding our conduct as believers.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to gather once more within these hallowed walls, where the echoes of our shared faith fill the air. Each time we meet, we are reminded of the beauty of our shared beliefs, the strength of our unity in Christ, and the power of the Word of God. We gather ...read more

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    Ecclesiology - Study Of The Church Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Aug 30, 2018
     | 5,547 views

    This message summarizes the doctrine of the church

    Monthly Doctrinal Series -- Ecclesiology I. THE MYSTERY OF THE CHURCH The way we employ the term “church” generally perpetuates a misconception of her true nature. First, we imply that the church is a building. Second, we imply that the church is an activity that takes place on Sunday that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    "Who Owns The Church?"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 6, 2009
     | 6,800 views

    Answers the question, "Who Owns the Church?"

    “Who Owns the Church” January 11, 2008 Matthew 16:13-20 Have you ever noticed that the most profound things come from the mouth of babes? My grandson Nate and I went to the Church New Year’s day to clean up after our wonderful New Year’s Eve party. On the way there he asked, “Granpa, do you own ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Church: Should Be Light

    Contributed by Michael Mcbrien on Jul 16, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,468 views

    Sermon based on what the should be doing in todays world. The church should be a light in a lost and dying world.

    Introduction: Tonight going to share what has been weighing heavy on my heart It is something that has become very personal to me. I have been struggling with this for quite some time Why come to church? What makes church so great? How many people show up to church to enjoy it? How many people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of The Faithful Church

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 16, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,004 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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    The Ekklesia - What Is The Church? Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2013
     | 12,334 views

    Understanding the New Testament church and it purpose.

    Note: The introduction notes come from Andy Stanley's book "Deep & Wide". Great book. Title: The Ekklesia Theme: To understand what the true meaning of the church is. Text: Matthew 16:13 - 19 Offering: 1 Corinthians 16:2 On the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Holding Hands In The Church

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 31, 2020
     | 2,624 views

    When it comes to the church, church growth is naturally related to church health. Healthy churches, like healthy people, must grow.

    When it comes to the church, church growth is naturally related to church health. Healthy churches, like healthy people, must grow. In his book, The Purpose Driven Church, Pastor Rick Warren says that if our church is healthy, attendance will be the least of our problems. He writes that ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Always Persecuted Church

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 11, 2024
     | 600 views

    A message about the first martyr Stephen and the ongoing persecution of the church

    Title: “The Always Persecuted Church” Text: Acts 6:8 - 7:60 and 8:1-4 Subject: How does the church react to the stoning of Stephen & subsequent widespread persecution? Complement: …by spreading the word wherever they went. Big idea: _________________________. Persecution becomes a pathway to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Church Organization Charge

    Contributed by Bruce Allen on May 31, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,637 views

    The "Purpose of the Church" - an Organization Charge brought to Friendship Baptist Church - New Albany, IN

    Friendship Baptist Church Organization Charge The Purpose of the Church Acts 16:6-10 6 Now when they [Paul, Silas, and Timothy] had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia. 7 After they had come to Mysia, they tried ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mystery Of Christ And The Church

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 13, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,791 views

    CHRIST 1.HAS BOUGHT THE CHURCH 2. THE FOUNDATION OF THE CHURCH 3. THE HEAD OF THE CHURCH 4. LOVES THE CHURCH 5. ADDS PEOPLE TO THE CHURCH 6.GLORIFIED IN THE CHURCH 7. COMING BACK FOR THE CHURCH

    THE MYSTERY OF CHRIST AND THE CHURCH *********************************************** OUTLINE 1. CHRIST HAS BOUGHT THE CHURCH 2. CHRIST IS THE FOUNDATION OF THE CHURCH 3. CHRIST IS THE HEAD OF THE CHURCH 4. CHRIST LOVES THE CHURCH 5. CHRIST ADDS PEOPLE TO THE CHURCH 6. CHRIST MUST BE GLORIFIED IN ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Church Of Pergamos 3 Series

    Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Jan 3, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,274 views

    A powerful in-depth look into the message of Christ to the 7 churches of revelation.

    The church of Pergamos Randall LaVere II We have been going through the letters to the seven churches. It is important to know that these letters are not dispensational letters, but they are indeed applicable letters to us in our everyday lives. This is the last testament of Christ to the church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    A New Look At The Church Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 11, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,552 views

    What does God expect of His church?

    The book of Colossians shows that being connected through faith to Jesus Christ has totally changed our lives: • We have a new hope. • We have a new perspective on life. • We have a new joy. • We have a new family. • We have a new way of living. AUTHOR: The apostle Paul (1:1). Timothy is also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Model Church – 1 Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Oct 28, 2019
     | 5,515 views

    The universal church of God is losing its sheen in the society because the church is everything but spirituality. Survey says that only 10% of the churches are genuine churches that teach the Word and make Disciples of Christ.

    Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured The universal church of God is losing its sheen in the society because the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Meaning Of Church Membership

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Jun 3, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,453 views

    “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God.

    THE MEANING OF CHURCH MEMBERSHIP I Corinthians 12:12-27 “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist