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  • Gene Gregory avatar

    These Things We Have

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007
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     | 2,489 views

    Examines the way the Lord has blessed our church.

    THESE THINGS WE HAVE This morning I would like to draw on just part of one verse as the primary text for my message. > Matthew 16:18 …I will build My church, and the gates of Hell shall not prevail against it. We have in this verse, a picture: a picture of 2 kingdoms. There is the kingdom of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Part Do I Play In The Church? Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007
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     | 4,487 views

    Part 1 of series, "Who Runs the Church". Examines the part members play in the life & ministry of the church.

    WHO RUNS THE CHURCH? Part 1: What Part Do I Play In The Church? It was 6 years ago this week, that Gladys, Drew and I moved back here to Enterprise to start what is now known as “River of Life Church.” When we moved back, it was with a little bit of fear and apprehension, but it was primarily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Art Good avatar

    Come Inside And See What Happens

    Contributed by Art Good on Jul 26, 2007
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     | 3,135 views

    Maybe, there is someone listening to me right now, who walked into this building and you had a problem you couldn’t solve, you had a knot in your stomach you’ve been carrying around for days. And maybe, this morning, something has happened inside you. M

    Come Inside and See What Happens Illus. Last January our family went to Disney World. The kids loved it until we took them on one particular ride. Jordan was a little apprehensive when he read the name, “The Tower of Terror”. But I said to him, “Just go inside and see what happens.” He went ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Who? #5 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 30, 2007
     | 2,556 views

    The big question is "who exactly is the ’who’" that is expected to be a part of "changing lives"

    Changing Lives for Time and Eternity – “Who?” #5 Acts 1:8 (The Powerpoint can be found at http://www.hueytownbaptist.com/pastorspage/sermondownloads.html) > Changing lives for time and eternity, “what a grand idea!” Yet it is not just an idea, it is a divine expectation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Go The Ships

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Aug 4, 2007
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     | 4,731 views

    There’s something majestic and fascinating about a ship, especially the great sailing ships! I see a wonderful example of the “Ship” as compared to the “Church.”

    Scripture: Psalms 104:26 Title: “THERE GO THE SHIPS!” Introduction: There’s something majestic and fascinating about a ship, especially the great sailing ships! I see a wonderful example of the “Ship” as compared to the “Church.” Let me explain WHY. THE SHIP · Its purpose – Noah’s Ark was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Neil Johnston avatar

    Together Series

    Contributed by Neil Johnston on Oct 30, 2008
     | 6,091 views

    The Disciples were together and everyone was filled with awe.

    Introduction As we begin a new year of ministry together we also begin a new message series called “filled with awe.” This series is based on the early church we read about in the Book of Acts. This community of believers experienced something absolutely new to humanity – the dwelling of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Missional Minded Series

    Contributed by Josh Reich on Apr 16, 2007
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     | 11,341 views

    What is the missional church? How does a church transition to being missional? What do missional Christians look like and act like?

    Last week we started a new series called an elemental church. We looked at God’s dream for a church and talked a little about the dreams that we have for our community. In the past few years, the word missional has picked up some steam and become somewhat of a buzz word among pastors and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The Finest Steps #4 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 27, 2007
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     | 4,205 views

    This is the fourth and the last in a series of messages for the "Just walk across the Room" emphasis. These messages are adapted from the book by Bill Hybels.

    JWAR – THE FINEST STEPS - #4 Luke 5:1-11 (for powerpoint, check www.hueytownbaptist.com) (THE DASH – 1996 Linda Ellis) > It was In 1996 while on a lunch break that a lady name Linda Ellis penned these now immortal words. Working with a very large and successful corporation she has been witness ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Army Of The Living God

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 4, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 26,041 views

    This sermon discusses the Church as the Army of the Living God, and what we should be doing to win the spiritual war against the forces of evil.

    Transition: Two weeks ago I shared with you the idea that we are living in a Postmodern society that in many respects is much like the First Century world in that Christianity is seen as a threat or is looked upon in a very negative light. Last Week I shared with you some ideas of how we as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church’s Commitments Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 6, 2011
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     | 11,941 views

    The church grows when we devote ourselves to living out the truth of God’s Word, to sharing our lives together in genuine fellowship, and to joyful worship.

    A few years ago, some wag told his friends he wasn’t going to any more ball games. Why? Well he said… a. Whenever I go to a game, they ask for money. b. The other fans don’t care about me. c. The seats are too hard. d. Coach never visits me. e. The referee makes calls I don’t agree ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    The Power Of Purpose

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 5, 2012
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     | 13,071 views

    Simple Definition for Purpose: The object toward which one strives or for which something exists; an aim or a goal:

    The Power of Purpose Text: Romans 8:28NKJ Before you ask for prosperity, ask for purpose. Before you ask for relationships, ask for direction. “A ship is safe in harbor, but that's not what ships are for.” Everything has purpose, and you were created for purpose. Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Plan For A Healthy Church Series

    Contributed by Dale Johnsen on Aug 22, 2002
    based on 186 ratings
     | 36,013 views

    God uses the local church to grow baby Christians into mature Christians.

    God has designed His church to function like a loving family that you can invite people into. Church is not a place to issue edicts; church is a place to nurture growth. Church is a place for shepherds, not generals. Church is a place that exists for the purpose of helping people grow and mature ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Lee avatar

    Becoming A Great Church

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 3, 2012
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     | 5,420 views

    This outline comes from a sermon by Cary Paulk In order to have great communities we need great churches. We need churches impacting the community for Jesus… In order to have greater churches, we need churches filled with great Christians. In order to

    How would you like to see your community become a greater community? In order to have great communities we need great churches. We need churches impacting the community for Jesus… In order to have greater churches, we need churches filled with great Christians. In order to have churches ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Bates avatar

    Church In An Identity Crisis

    Contributed by Scott Bates on Sep 11, 2008
    based on 31 ratings
     | 8,791 views

    This sermon reminds us of the main purpose and vision of the church. The sermon helps us to see how to avoid "Americanizing" the church of Jesus Christ

    Church in an Identity Crisis Eph. 3:14-21 In 50 years I’ve had the privilege to meet a lot of people. And of all the people I’ve ever known I have to say all of them, if given the opportunity would change something about their physical appearance. You know, maybe a little taller; little shorter; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    The Church: Body Central

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 27, 2010
     | 3,047 views

    What Is the Church? ❶ Visible Proof of His Body ❸ Each Part is Dependent Upon the Head ❹. Body Parts Have Different Purposes ❺. The Body’s Purpose is To Glorify Christ 1. THROUGH WORSHIP 2. THROUGH MINISTRY 3. THROUGH DI

    Eph 1:17-23, 5:23-27 Colossians 1:16-18KJV For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: 17 And he is before all things, and by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist