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  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Church On Earth: What's Wrong With The Church?

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021
     | 2,187 views

    How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme.

    How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme. The church isn't doing this, the church isn't doing that! The church is failing because of this; the church sucks ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Kind Of Church We Need Today Is A Glorious Church.

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 8, 2019
     | 5,142 views

    We need to Praise God not man.

    The kind of Church we need today is a Glorious church. Ephesians 5: 27 That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish. Remember the church is the body ,bride and building of the Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Seven Churches Of Revelation Lesson 5 - The Church At Thyatira Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Feb 29, 2024
     | 1,256 views

    This is the 5th lesson in this series.

    NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Sent With Power: The Church’s Call To Heal And Preach Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 13, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 212 views

    Explore what it means to be a commissioned disciple—sent to proclaim salvation, bring healing, and minister deliverance to a broken world.

    Sent with Power: The Church’s Call to Heal and Preach Introduction Let me ask you a question: when you hear the word “commission,” what comes to mind? For many, it might suggest a military order, or perhaps a formal task delegated from someone in authority. But today, as we open the Scriptures, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Constantly Repenting To Follow Christ

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 4, 2024
     | 433 views

    Do those things well and the government will be respected. Do them badly and the people get angry and one way or another dismantle that government.

    Friday of the Fourteenth Week in Course 2024 There are several basic and critical functions of any government, once a region of the world has established one. Israel–the northern Kingdom after the breakup of David’s kingdom after the terrible mess Solomon left–was such an area. A successful ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Home Under Construction

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jun 12, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,896 views

    God has established three institution for the benefit of man: the HOME, the GOVERNMENT, and the CHURCH. As you partner with God, what are you using to build your home?

    The Home Under Construction Psalm 127:1 Red Skelton had some advice to keep marriages together: 1. Two times a week, we go to a nice restaurant, have a little beverage, good food and companionship. She goes on Tuesdays, I go on Fridays. 2. We also sleep in separate beds. Hers is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Dealing With Tensions And Conflicts In Churches And Church Organisations - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 17, 2024
     | 915 views

    What does a minister do when he arrives at a church and many are unsaved and in leadership positions? Bringing the world’s methods into the church will cause tension. The controversial matter of women in leadership roles looked at. There must be good elders in support.

    DEALING WITH TENSIONS AND CONFLICTS IN CHURCHES AND CHURCH ORGANISATIONS – PRACTICAL EXAMINATION AND SUGGESTIONS – PART 3 We have been looking into areas where tensions and church conflict may arise. So far we have examined a number of these and today we continue with more, so let’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing Pains

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Apr 8, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,055 views

    The church under persecution

    Growing Pains Acts 5:12-25 Jeff Hughes – April 6, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. The church at Jerusalem was going through many changes. Thousands of people had accepted Jesus as their Savior and become a part of the fellowship. These people were one big community of believers, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tipping Sacred Cows

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,918 views

    A sermon addressing the need to change church as usual.

    -I want to talk to you about transitions that need to happen in the church world. In the process I am sure I will TIP SOME SACRED COWS! • Citipoint is in a time of transition • At the same time the church, as a whole, is in a time of shifting… o From affluence to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Maurice Schaus avatar

    The Church...built On A Rock

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 9,688 views

    In a world where "sticks and stones" can hurt and tear people down, we are called to be "living stones," builting up one another with Chtist’s own love.

    The Church…Built on a Rock “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me.” This refrain has been used by many a generation of children to ward off the attacks of teasing peers. The image of children throwing rocks at one another has taken on new meaning of late, as our news ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Gary Shockley avatar

    A God-Blessed Church

    Contributed by Gary Shockley on May 1, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 11,384 views

    What are the qualities and characteristics of a church God is searching for and blesses

    The Church God Blesses- Part One Cornerstone Church Rev. Gary A. Shockley, Pastor March 10, 2002 I believe that God communicates with us in many different ways—but the primary way God speaks to us is through His written word—the Bible. One morning this week as I was reading from the Bible I came ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Michael Demastus avatar

    Why The Church Is Important Series

    Contributed by Michael Demastus on Oct 22, 2001
    based on 69 ratings
     | 6,329 views

    Deals with the first chapter of 1 Timothy.

    The Message of the Pastoral Epistles: #2 – Why the church is important. 1 Timothy 1 Introduction: *Truth without love is dogmatism. Love without truth is sentimentality. Speaking the truth in love is Christianity. *As we dive into this series, this first chapter is short…only 20 verses long. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Who Needs The Church?

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 4, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 9,381 views

    For anyone who wants to know God, the church is essential.

    Let’s imagine it’s sometime this afternoon. You’re at home, working in the front yard, and you see a moving van stop a couple of houses down the street. Two men get out of the truck and start unloading furniture. Then you see a minivan pull up to the curb, and a family gets out. You want to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Serving The Church Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,809 views

    SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES

    QUALIFICATIONS FOR DEACONS -- MEN OF DIGNITY BIG IDEA: SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES INTRODUCTION: Wiersbe: "The first deacons were appointed to be assistants to the apostles. In a local church today ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    The Shepherd, The Sheep, And The Church

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 144 ratings
     | 36,529 views

    This sermon speaks of the relationship between Christ and His church as that of the Shepherd and sheep. It looks at some of Satan’s pitfalls in the church, as thieves and robbers, and relates the sheepfold to the church.

    The Shepherd, The Sheep, And the Church Introduction: I believe that of the many images that Jesus identifies Himself with in the New Testament, one that brings solace to many is that of the shepherd. Many stained glass windows in our churches portray Jesus as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist