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  • W. Alderman avatar

    The Church: A Body

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 23, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,927 views

    This is a message on the church that shows how the body is used as a methaphor to describe the function of the church.

    THE CHURCH AS A BODY TEXT: I Corinthians 12:12-31 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: There are different metaphors that are used to describe the Church. The Church has been called the Bride of Christ and here it is referred to as the body. When one thinks of the church as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prepared Church Series

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 31, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,099 views

    God's Promise is always achieved through preparation, whether individually or corporately, you cannot avoid the journey if we want to get to the destination. This sermon compares Elijah's life and the steps he took to the principals of the process of God.

    ELIJAH CHURCH: THE PREPARED CHURCH INTRO: This is part of a series using the life of Elijah as a picture of the last day Church. It is also a stand alone sermon. 1 Kings 17:2-6 Then the word of the LORD came to Elijah: "Leave here, turn eastward and hide in the Kerith Ravine, east of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Church Is Missional Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 5, 2022
     | 4,248 views

    The focus of this sermon is that the church not only is about the sending short and long-term missionaries, but that the Church exists for missions and that every Christian is a missionary.

    We have been going through a six-part series called The Nature of the Church. You may recall when I started the series I said that there were basically three aspects that help give definition to the church. I said the church was Christ initiated. The church is a spiritual community. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Church In A Headlock

    Contributed by Larry Schoonover on Mar 13, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,930 views

    Carnal Christianity restricts the will and work of God. Does your lifestyle put your "Church in a headlock?"

    "CHURCH IN A HEADLOCK" (Text: 2 Cor. 6:12 NKJ) 3/9/2003 By:Larry L. Schoonover) INTRODUCTION: (Read Text) - then repeat this partial: "...you are restricted by your own affections." What is a "restriction"? [Webster:] - "to restrain within bounds; to limit" {restrain = "to hold back; to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Aflame Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 9, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,799 views

    When our hearts are aflame for the Lord, we boldly proclaim without fear that Jesus saves, igniting the lives of others!

    Conversions in the Book of Acts> The Day of Pentecost--Acts chapter 2 “Church Aflame” Reading> 2:1-4, 36-41 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Pentecost set the church on fire! The occasion began as a Jewish festival occurring 50 days after Passover (the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Lost Church.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 7, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,181 views

    In todays world we see many, Members, Clergy and Ministers, who have lost their first love and have gone after strange spirits. Many have lied, manipulated and deceived their congregations and each other.

    The Lost Church. In the Times of the End. In todays world we see many, Members, Clergy and Ministers, who have lost their first love and have gone after strange spirits. Many have lied, manipulated and deceived their congregations ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Shepherding The Church

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,340 views

    Christian leaders should do their work faithfully and accordingly.

    SHEPHERDING THE CHURCH 1 Peter 5:1-5 November 26, 2006 INTRODUCTION There appears to be a hymn for virtually every profession: Dentists: Crown Him with Many Crowns Contractors: The Church’s One Foundation Obstetricians: Come, Labor On Golfers: There Is a Green Hill Far ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Apostolic Church

    Contributed by James Thornton on Sep 17, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 24,082 views

    The church is not an organization but an organism.

    Many people try to fit the church into a mold they think is best suited. In other words, they try to force the church in to a function they think will fit within the framework they have established. The one size fit all pattern does not work for the church. The church is not rules regulations and ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Cursing In The Church

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 24, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,753 views

    Exposition of 1 Corinthians 12 regarding some foundational truths about spiritual gifts.

    Text: 1 Cor 12:1-11, Title: Cursing in the Church, Date/Place: NRBC, 10.23.11, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: Paul seems to calm down a bit after his passionate commands regarding the love among the family of God and the Lord’s Supper. And he goes back to answering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thankful For The Church

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 2, 2018
     | 7,965 views

    Of the many blessings we enjoy through our relationship with Christ, I am especially thankful for the fellowship with those of like faith. I am blessed to be part of the church, the body of Christ.

    Thankful for the Church 1 Thessalonians 1: 1-4 Over the past few weeks, we have been discussing particular blessings received through our relationship with Christ, and the thankfulness we should possess for those blessings. As I pondered all I have received in Christ, one of the greatest blessings ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evangelism And The Church.

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,899 views

    An outreach plan for the church

    Adherents.com (National & World Religion Statistics - Church Statistics - World Religions) Christianity, if taken as a whole, is the largest world religion 2.1 billion Christians in the world, or 33% of the total population. NOTE - Which they include Catholic, Protestant, eastern Orthodox, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Consider Me A Believer

    Contributed by David Richardson on Feb 19, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,189 views

    What do others say about how you lead your life before others at work, at church, or at home? Is the way you behave at church different than the way you behave at work. Do you lead a life of persuasion that constantly tells others that you are a Christian

    Consider Me a Believer. Acts 16:1-15 Think back if you can about your spiritual life in the Lord. Think back to the people you’ve brought to the Lord. Think back to the many Bible studies that you’ve attended, the sermons you’ve heard, the places where you heard them. Think back to your baptism, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 17, 2023
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     | 856 views

    This sermon explores the birth, purpose, and mission of the early Church, emphasizing its role as a sanctuary for sinners saved by grace.

    Good morning, dear family in Christ. I am thrilled to see each and every one of you gathered here today, united by our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is a joyous occasion, every time we come together, to share in the Word, to fellowship, to break bread, and to lift our voices ...read more

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    Victory In The Church Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,085 views

    Paul uses a conflict in the church to teach us how to gain victory over trials by giving them to God. Joyfully remembering how God has relieved us of our trials in times past, we are to present our needs to God, and continually focus on things of God!

    INTRODUCTION A. The SITUATION Epaphroditus, pastor of the Philippian Congregation, has given Paul a report that laid out a difference between two leaders (two women) of the church which has begun to cause dissension in the church. Hard to believe in a church isn’t it?! 1. What do you do when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Effective Church

    Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 25, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,950 views

    God tells the church to be as effective as it can be.

    The Church: What Is Absolutely Essential? PT 1 Acts 2:42-47 It’s pop quiz! Clear your desk, take out a pen or pencil, and circle the answer or answers that correctly complete the sentence below. Top Priorities of a church should be: o To gather together a large # of weekly attendees or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist