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  • Momentum Series

    Contributed by George Williams on Aug 6, 2012
     | 18,995 views

    Momentum and what stops it

    It has been said that momentum is the great exaggerator. It makes everything look better than it is. On the other hand when we lack momentum obstacles seem greater than they are. The power of momentum: A train going 50 mph 5 foot steel reinforced wall. The same train you can put a 1 inch block in ...read more

  • Minichurch

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Oct 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,191 views

    This message is for all the smaller ministries and churches out there: I hope it encourages you to know small is not a bad thing when it comes to church and ministry - God is more interested in testimonies than attendance.

    God loves doing the big with the small God loves doing big things with small things. 
 A great example of that is the story of Gideon. 
 Judges 6-8 The Midianites oppress Israel for 7 years. God tells Gideon that He will use him to defeat the Midianites. Gideon is scared and doubtful ...read more

  • The Faith Factor Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,397 views

    Faith is an absolutely vital ingredient for church growth

    SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: HEBREWS 11:1-12 TITLE: “THE FAITH FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. A long time ago, I heard a preacher tell a story about two fools and a flashlight. It seems that two fellows who were not-too-bright were traveling ...read more

  • The Power Of Paul's Preaching

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,766 views

    This is a message that deals with church growth through preaching

    “THE POWER OF PAUL”S PREACHING” Text: Col.3:1-15 W. Max Alderman Introduction: The Word of God is the only source for spiritual enlightment. Paul is preaching that the saints at Colosse might be established in the faith, and then that they might be ...read more

  • It’s Not About Us! Series

    Contributed by Tom Feola on Aug 3, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,778 views

    Jesus wants us to bear fruit and the word shows that God wants the fruit of the Spirit to be develope within us.

    It’s Not About Us! John 15:1-8 (NKJV) 1 "I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3 You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken ...read more

  • Diversity Of Unity Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 26, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,580 views

    THE QUIENTESSENTIAL TEXT ON GOD’S DESIGN AND MANDATE CONCERNING: THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH; AND HIS ORDAINED STRUCTURE FOR FULFILLING HIS PURPOSE! IT IS ALSO GOD’S FORMULA FOR “CHURCH GROWTH.”

    THE SUPREME MYSTERY – THE BODY OF CHRIST ACT II: The Mystery of The Body Unveiled 4. DIVERSITY IN UNITY (Eph. 4:7-16) INTRODUCTION (important to use accompanying slideshow): Have you, like me, ever wondered wondered how it is that a container made up of many, curved pieces of wood can be ...read more

  • Skipping Church? Series

    Contributed by N B on Oct 13, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,298 views

    Is it really necessary to attend every service?

    SET UP: Let worship service come to an end wait 2-3 minutes(it will seem like a lifetime, also let your worship leader in on this plan), then come in carrying a cooler, golf clubs, fishing pole etc. Still here? I’ve been on vacation, need to catch up stuff at house, relax little, I’m sure you all ...read more

  • The Functioning Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 727 views

    The main point of this sermon is to recognize and embrace the unique gifts given by the Holy Spirit to each member of the Church, in order to function well as a divine organism and enjoy the benefits of a healthy, vibrant community.

    Good morning, church family! I am so excited to share with you all today about the gifts that our amazing God has given to us, His Church. We'll be diving into 1 Corinthians 12:7, where Paul writes, "Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good." Now, I know that we ...read more

  • The First Church And Our Church Series

    Contributed by Jon Earls on Apr 6, 2013
     | 6,584 views

    First in a series of sermons on the first half of the book of Acts

    I would like for you all to turn with me to Acts 29… Of course there is no Acts 29! Before we look at the beginning of Acts I want to look at the last two verses of Acts – chapter 28:30-31: 30 Then Paul dwelt two whole years in his own rented house, and received all who came to him, 31 ...read more

  • Strengthening Disciples' Souls Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,101 views

    Exposition of Acts 14:21-28 about the return trip of Paul’s first miss journey, and the things that he did to ensure the growth of the early disciples

    Text: Acts 14:21-28, Title: Strengthening Disciples’ Souls, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/1/08, AM A. Opening illustration: tell about hearing Piper preach in April and the conversation that I had with Erika immediately following about it being “soul food,” just “vintage Piper,” but so stirring and ...read more

  • Caritas In Veritate Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 11, 2009
     | 3,504 views

    The Pope’s new encyclical fits well with the Exodus account of a people oppressed and needing growth and development, but enslaved by a culture of death.

    Caritas in Veritate Monday of 15th week in Course July 13, 2009 It is providential, perhaps, that we have in today’s readings all the elements for talking about the role of faith in society. Here we have an oppressed people, enslaved by an unjust system, whose children are being systematically ...read more

  • Letters To The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 942 views

    The main point of this sermon is to emphasize Jesus' love and concern for His Church, and to remind believers of the importance of staying true to His teachings and not drifting away from their faith.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ! I’m excited to be with you today as we dive into God's Word and explore the depth of His love for His Church. We are going to take a journey through Revelation 1-3, where we will see how Jesus cares for His Church, how we as the Church should not ...read more

  • A Church’s Mission: The Purpose Of Church At The Mission

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 15, 2011
     | 10,044 views

    Jesus was sent by the Father and Jesus then sent His disciples. How does Jesus’ calling connect with the church’s calling? How does God use the unique character of a local church to impact its community for the gospel?

    Let’s consider the purpose of Church at the Mission today? Why are we here? What is the mission of Church at the Mission? Our mission, why we are here and what we should be doing, is not something that we come up with ourselves. Who is the head of this church. It’s not me. It’s not Rick Tobias. ...read more

  • The Churches Of Revelation - The Corrupt Church And The Dead Church

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 27, 2019
     | 4,357 views

    This is a sermon about the corrupt church of Thyatira and the dead church of Sardis, in a series about the churches of the Book of Revelation.

    CATM Sermon - October 27, 2019 - The Churches of Revelation - Thyatira and Sardis So far we have looked at 3 of the 7 churches in the book of Revelation. We’ve seen a pattern in the way Jesus communicates to the churches. That pattern is that Jesus begins with gratitude and even praise to the ...read more

  • The Church’s Time Of Tragedy

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 5, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,611 views

    On the whole, our churches are not what they ought to be, as evidenced by the conditions brought forth in this message, which are actually indications of the need for revival.

    The Church’s Time Of Tragedy Text: Acts 20:28-32 Intro: As you listened to that title, you may have entertained the thought that the Church has always experienced tragedy of one form or another since its inception. If you did, you would be right. The Church of Jesus Christ has endured physical ...read more