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  • Dr. JWT Spies avatar

    Who Are These That Persecute The Church

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Apr 23, 2022
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    Paul writes a letter to the church in Thessalonians about their problems that they were having, and in his writing he was informing them that judgement was coming.

    Paul writes a letter to the church in Thessalonians about their problems that they were having, and in his writing he was informing them that judgement was coming. The purpose of judgment is to rectify injustices. You see the believers at Thessalonica were suffering fierce persecution and all kinds ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heart Of A Healthy Church Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 2, 2021
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     | 7,252 views

    Having spent much time dealing with the end times, Paul shifted his focus mid-way through the closing chapter. He sought to ensure the church developed and maintained a healthy culture in order to remain effective in the midst of trying times.

    The Heart of a Healthy Church 1 Thessalonians 5: 12-15 We are getting close to the conclusion of the first letter Paul wrote to the Thessalonian church. He has covered much with them – seeking to encourage, admonish, and challenge them in their faith. Thessalonica was not a perfect church, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Perfecting Work Of The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 12, 2023
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    Explores the importance of unity, faith, and knowledge in the church, using Ephesians 4:11-16 as a divine blueprint for Christian living.

    Good morning, dear friends and faithful followers of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am so glad to see each one of you here today, taking time out of your busy lives to gather together, to fellowship, and to immerse ourselves in the life-giving words of our Heavenly Father. Today, we gather ...read more

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    Committed To Church Attendance PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024
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    Explores the importance of consistent church attendance for spiritual growth, community building, and mutual encouragement in our shared Christian journey.

    Good morning, dear friends. What a wonderful day it is to be gathered here in the house of the Lord. Today, we stand on the brink of a new understanding, a new perspective that will illuminate our path as we walk this Christian journey together. We gather here, week after week, in this sacred ...read more

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    The First Church Of Noah

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 6, 2025
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    First we compare Noah’s Ark to modern churches and then observe 7 details about the Ark which are revelations about the Church of Jesus Christ and our salvation.

    THE FIRST CHURCH OF NOAH 1 Pet. 3:20-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about this elderly couple. They were having a terrible time with their memory. They went to the doctor. He instructed them to start writing down everything they were doing so they wouldn’t forget. 2. The next night, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Diversity Of Unity Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 26, 2007
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     | 4,702 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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Uses All Things For His Purposes

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001
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    To lead the people to understand how Joseph’s enslavement is allowed to happen by God’s sovereign wisdom for the saving of many lives.

    Hard Times Joseph Becomes a Slave – Gen. 37;39:1-20 Preparation for The Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how Joseph’s enslavement is allowed to happen by God’s sovereign wisdom for the saving of many lives. 2. Explanation of the Aim: There are times when we go through hardships ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Is Our Main Purpose As A Youth Group?

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Oct 18, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,351 views

    What kind of people does it take to make a strong & effective youth ministry?

    What kind of people does it take to make a strong & effective youth ministry? What do they look like? Carry a Bible with them regularly. Bring notebook to take notes on messages. Have a great desire to be involved. Who is the most important person in a youth meeting? The new ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Am I, And What Is My Purpose? Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008
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     | 41,045 views

    Well today through this passage of scripture, my prayer is that you may be encouraged, and then take it and apply it to your life and leave with a different outlook on your life, after you find out who you are, and what your purpose is.

    Who am I, and what is my Purpose? Am service August 31st 2008 1 Peter 2:9-10 Introduction A beggar lived near the king’s palace. One day he saw a proclamation posted outside the palace gate. The king was giving a great dinner. Anyone dressed in royal garments are welcome. The beggar went on his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tola And Jair: When The Purpose Gets Lost Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 26, 2009
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     | 13,776 views

    GOD IN HIS DELIVERANCE STORY IS COMMITTED TO BUILDING CHARACTER IN US, EVEN AT THE PRICE OF PAIN.

    Tola and Jair: When the Purpose gets Lost Judges 10:1-16 8/16/09 INTRODUCTION My older sister Sue is panicked by mice. She lives in an old farm house, next door to the house we grew up in. One night she went into her kitchen and saw a mouse scury underneath the pantry door. Wanted it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Economic Empowerment Part 2: Prosperity With A Purpose Series

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010
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    This is the second in a series of messages on godly finances, specifically how people move past a poverty mindset to a prosperity mindset.

     I realize that this series makes people nervous  I’ve preached ____ messages and need to bring a balanced diet  I realize these are not heaven or hell issues  But, I want to see you prosper in all ways • You don’t do yourself any favors if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do We Have A Clear Purpose This Easter Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 22, 2010
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     | 3,749 views

    This is the second message in our Easter Series, and it asks a pertinent question; a question about our purpose. So, in our time together, I would like to look at the answer Jesus gave when questioned about the greatest commandment.

    EASTER SERIES 2010 Sermon #2 DO WE HAVE A CLEAR PURPOSE THIS EASTER? Matthew 22:34-40 (NIV) 34 Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. 35 One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: 36 "Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Promise, His Patience, Our Purpose!

    Contributed by Hannah Pinkstone on Mar 25, 2010
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     | 10,704 views

    After Jesus' death Peter and the other disciples went back to their fishing boats. Jesus reminds them of what they were called to do. let us not go backwards but rely on God and his promises - he has a purpose for each of us!

    The Bible amazes me how you can read a passage over and over and then one time you stumble over a new way of looking at it. In my case I was reading a book called ‘Searching for God knows What’ by Donald Miller when he linked these two passages: Matthew 4 vs. 18-20, which says: As ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding The Twelve Purposes For Trials, Trouble, Testing

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 7, 2009
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     | 3,485 views

    A survey of the Bible texts concerning trials

    UNDERSTANDING THE TWELVE BIBLICAL PURPOSES FOR TESTING, TRIALS & TROUBLES 1. God allows trials so that we might become stronger Christians (James 1:3, 4) Reason #1 To Praise The Lord! “My brethren count it all joy when ye fall into divers generations; knowing this that the trying of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "God's Purposeful Plan For You: God's Calling” Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jan 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,016 views

    God has predetermined the destiny of all who’ll believe in Him.

    1. As God is working all things together for our good and His glory, there is a goal he has in mind… a single purpose. • Nothing is wasted by God as He uses it all to grow & mature us. • The Bible says we are being conformed into the image of Jesus. 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NKJV) 18 But we all, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational