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  • James A. Kirkland avatar

    What God Wants Most In His Church

    Contributed by James A. Kirkland on Jan 9, 2012
     | 13,907 views

    God wants His church to be holy and pure, to be in unity, and to love one another.

    Introduction I. God wants His church to be holy and pure. 1 Peter 1:14-16, Phil. 2:14-16 1 Peter 1:14–16 (NIV84) 14 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. 15 But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; 16 for it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    20/20 Vision

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Apr 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 32,018 views

    A church is headed nowhere until it has a clear vision

    20/20 Vision 2 Chronicles 20:20 What is the most common surgery performed in the US? According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, the most common surgery is: Lens and cataract procedures… specifically- laser eye surgery People want their vision restored to 20/20 When it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Most Men Hate Going To Church

    Contributed by Anthony Ramdass on Oct 12, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,046 views

    A sermon inspired by the book "Why Men Hate Going To Church" by David Murrow.

    "WHY MOST MEN HATE GOING TO CHURCH" INTRODUCTION This week I read two books that deal with a major and troubling issue with Christianity as a whole, even affecting the church, and that issue is that Christianity is pretty much the only major religion where there are more women worshippers than ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why I Love The Church Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 27, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,411 views

    Description of the church of Jesus

    Why I Love The Church Part 1 March 5, 2000 - Danny L. Williams Ephesians 5:25-27, vs.32 The passage I just read is regarded many time’s in reference to husband and wife relationships. But Paul says in Vs. 32 “I ‘am speaking in reference to Christ and the Church”. We begin a new series this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Reformation - Lutherans Unique Contribution To The Christian Church

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,160 views

    A sermon for Reformation Sunday

    Reformation Sunday, October 26, 2008 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you came among us in the person of your Son, Jesus the Christ, to reveal your will and grace for our lives. Through the power of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "God’s Vision For His Church- Koinonia” Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 8, 2022
     | 2,221 views

    The sermon opens with an illustration of people attending a foot ball game or a basketball game sitting next to each other...They come in as strangers and leave as strangers. The Church must be different. some illustrations from Max Lucado, & others.

    In Jesus Holy Name June 12, 2022 Text: Acts 2:42 Redeemer Lutheran “God’s Vision for His Church- Koinonia” This is a very big week for Basketball fans. The Boston Celtics and San Francisco Warriors are playing for the National Championship. Warrior fans will ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Honoring Our Spiritual Leaders Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 136 ratings
     | 81,043 views

    Four ways to honor our spiritual leaders.

    When I was writing my dissertation last year and earlier this year I had to read over 100 different books and articles about leadership. One of the authors I encountered again and again was Dr. Warren Bennis, who teaches at leadership USC. One of the more interesting books by Dr. Bennis is called ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Third Voice Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 8,302 views

    Setting the vision for a new church

    The Third Voice Scripture Reading: John 6:1-15 Good morning. My name is Bob Hostetler, and I’ve been married for twenty-three years. That’s not an admission of a problem, mind you-- It’s not like saying, “I’m Bob and I’m an alcoholic.” No, I just mention it because it’s important background ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Devoted To God

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,641 views

    The role of elder is a ministry of leadership.

    DEVOTED TO GOD Acts 6.1-7; I Timothy 3.1-7 S: Church Structure C: Elders Th: A People with Purpose Pr: THE ROLE OF ELDER IS A MINISTRY OF LEADERSHIP ?: How? How do we come to that conclusion? KW: Topics TS: We will find in our study of Scripture four topics that guide us in our understanding of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sheep Need Leadership

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 5, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,692 views

    The role of pastor is a ministry of leadership and shepherding.

    SHEEP NEED LEADERSHIP Acts 6:1-7, I Peter 5.1-6 S: Church Structure C: Pastors Th: A People with Purpose Pr: THE ROLE OF PASTOR IS A MINISTRY OF SHEPHERDING AND LEADERSHIP. ?: How? How do we come to that conclusion? KW: Matters TS: We will find in our study of Scripture three matters that direct ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Losing The Battle Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 9, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,194 views

    In this message as we see Jesus giving his commission to the church, we will look at 6 reasons why we are not doing such a good job.

    "ARE WE LOSING THE BATTLE, 5 FAILURES OF THE MODERN CHURCH.." LUKE 24:44-49 THIS IS LUKE’S ACCOUNT OF WHAT WE KNOW AS THE GREAT COMMISSION, IT IS WHERE JESUS TELLS HIS FOLLOWERS TO GO OUT AND WIN THE LOST WORLD TO HIM. AND AS WE KNOW THEY TOOK THAT COMMISSION VERY SERIOUSLY, AND STARTING ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Distinctive Series

    Contributed by Matthew Sullivan on Feb 18, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,052 views

    As the Church we are to be distinctive from those around us

    There is the old saying “When in Rome.” The idea of course is that if you are a particular area or with a group of people you act like they do. If you are with a sophisticated people you act sophisticated. If you are Red Necks you act like a Red Neck. If you are among Pagans then act like one. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Social Acceptances Of Thyatira Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 8, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 5,435 views

    A warning for the church to stop changing its doctrine to accommodate sin in the name of "tolerance." A call for Christians to forsake the ways of the world.

    TRUTH. DOES IT EVEN EXIST ANYMORE TODAY? IN OUR WORLD THAT IS SWIRLING IN AN EDDY OF "TOLERANCE" IT SEEMS THAT YOU CAN BELIEVE ANYTHING YOU WANT TO, SO LONG AS YOU DO NOT CLAIM IT TO BE THE ABSOLUTE TRUTH. IN FACT, YOU CAN EVEN PRACTICE YOUR BELIEFS SO LONG AS YOU DO NOT GO AROUND CLAIMING THAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Empowering The Kfc - #3 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,072 views

    Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books "The Kingdom Focused Church" and "Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s "Simple Church."

    The Kingdom Focused Church “Empowering the Kingdom Focused Church” Acts 1:9-26 > Acts 2 records the beginning the church age. Candidly, the church as we know it today was born right here. To read Acts 2 is to see the chapter opening with some 120 believers in the upper room and the Manifest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Man Overboard! Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 5, 2007
     | 3,411 views

    Exposition of Gal 6:1-2 regarding Paul’s instructions on church discipline

    Text: Galatians 6:1-2, Title: Man Overboard! Date/Place: NRBC, 7/8/07, PM A. Opening illustration: Imagine if you would with me the Super Bowl, coming down to the last quarter and then the start running back steps on a loose clump of grass and falls way behind the line of scrimmage. All the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist