Sermons about Connect To A Group

Growing Deeper By Going Smaller

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 3, 2015

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The local church grows most effectively when it divides into cells to increase discipleship and increase pastoral care.

“Growing Deeper by Going Smaller” Selected Passages Open They go by different names— cell groups, small groups, care groups, discipleship, groups, grace groups, breakout groups. Whatever they are called, the basic idea is the same: a small gathering of people interested in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fruit Happens

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 15, 2021

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There are 4 Intertwined Phases in a Fruitful Life

April 16, 2016 It’s springtime now and the trees are starting to flower. John and I have several different fruiting trees in our backyard – 2 orange, 1 lemon, 1 plum, 1 prune and 1 dead cherry tree (we know its dead because there are no leaves and no fruit). I know I have a lemon tree because ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5, Galatians 5:22-25, Matthew 7:16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Little Group That Made A Big Difference

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 15, 2022

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How did these men turn the world upside down? What was their secret?

Acts 4:13--The secret was that they spent time with Jesus. The 12 apostles reached the entire known world with the gospel. These were not extraordinary men. Matt. 10:1-4. Peter, Andrew, James, John, and Philip were fishermen. Matthew was a tax collector. Simon was in a group called the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of A Humble Community

Contributed by Jim Luthy on May 8, 2001

based on 165 ratings

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Submit yourself to the family of believers and experience the joy and wonder of a supernatural community.

The Power of a Humble Community Matthew 18:15-20 Pastor Jim Luthy At the beginning of the season, the Portland Trailblazers were considered a favorite to win the NBA championship. Their team consisted of no less than 6 former All-Stars and perhaps the greatest Soviet player in history. Through ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Plugged In PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 1,225 views

Emphasize the importance of our two-way relationship with God, which allows our light to shine before others, leading them to glorify God and bringing fulfillment in our lives.

Good morning, family. We gather here today to dive deep into the Word of God, speaking on the power of connection, the source of our light, and living in the Spirit, inspired by the teachings of Matthew 5:16. The scripture reads, "In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Topics: Connected

Who Are You Connected To? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 20, 2024

based on 3 ratings

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Encourages discernment in forming relationships and choosing paths, emphasizing the importance of aligning with God's will and light, not darkness.

Greetings, dear friends. It's a joy to gather with you today, to share in the fellowship of the Lord and to turn our hearts and minds toward His Word. We are here, united in Christ, to grow in our understanding, to deepen our faith, and to strengthen our bonds. We are here to grapple with the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:15

Topics: Connection

Abc - The Building Blocks Of Faith - Belonging Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 8, 2024

based on 1 rating

| 751 views

Christian belonging is our witness to a world of superficial relationships and influencer networking. Connection to a group of individuals due to attraction, identification and cohesion

Today we continue our series entitled, The ABC’s of faith. The larger idea is based on the idea that we learn over time through an exploration process of success and failure. Everything we come to know and understand is built over time on the foundation of trial and error. We learned last week, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25, Romans 14:8, Acts 2:42-47, Acts 2:37-47, Luke 4:18-19, Micah 6:8, Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 12:28-31 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Through Small Group Bible Study Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

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We are to order our priorities around those of Jesus and arrange our lives in the example of Jesus. The challenge of doing this in the face of the world is monumental to say the least. The answer to living the life Jesus calls us to live in small groups

Small Groups James 5:16, Hebrews 3:13-14 When I graduated from seminary and moved back to New Orleans, my best friend from college called me and invited me to go to a restaurant on Old Metairie Road where they had installed a sand volleyball court. I had never played sand volleyball and so we got ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Methodist

Making Connections, Not Resolutions

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 4, 2010

based on 3 ratings

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Instead of making New Year’s resolutions, we need to develop a lifestyle of connections that will enable us to be Jesus’ true disciples.

Each year around this time of year, 40 to 45% of American adults make one or more New Year’s resolutions. But only a week later, on average, we’ve already abandoned one-quarter of those resolutions and by the middle of the year, less than one-half are maintained. No wonder someone once described ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Making The Jesus Connection Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007

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Listening to Jesus’ words about the way He relates to the Father can help us understand the way we’re supposed to relate to the Father, and to Jesus

ding-dong! I went to answer the door. It was a Saturday morning. There on the porch stood a young man carrying some brochures. “Hello. I’m from a group that is concerned about our treatment of the environment. Do you mind if I ask you a couple of questions?” OK. “Are you troubled by the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:18-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Connecting With God's Family Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 25, 2003

based on 44 ratings

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One of the Anchors for our Soul is to be connected with God’s family in fellowship. The best use of our life is to show love, and the best way to love is to make time for others.

Acts 2:42-47 CONNECTING WITH GOD’S FAMILY INTRO ANCHOR no. 2 - FELLOWSHIP - to stay strong, we must connect with God’s Family. Life is meant to be shared. Doing life together is God’s plan from the beginning of time. From the relationship of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit in the Trinity, with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Connecting With God In 2016 Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 5, 2016

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We cannot survive in isolation. We cannot serve in isolation. We must be connected, first with God and then with others.

Faith Bible Church’s focus for 2015 was on “Discipleship.” This was part of the Mission emphasis as we formulated a mission statement based on Matthew 18:19-20. Today, I am introducing our 2016 theme. This is fitting because today is our first Sunday of the New Year!. The theme ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship, Connect, Serve

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jan 4, 2024

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What does God want me to do as a part of this fellowship? What is our ethos?

Worship, Connect, Serve January 7, 2024 Isaiah 37:30 NIV "This will be the sign for you, O Hezekiah:"This year you will eat what grows by itself, and the second year what springs from that. But in the third year sow and reap, plant vineyards and eat their fruit. Ethos - the distinctive ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 37:30, Psalm 34:1-8, Hebrews 10:23-25, Matthew 20:25-28, John 4:35-38 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Connecting People To Jesus Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 7, 2008

based on 9 ratings

| 12,768 views

Evangelism will have little effect if we don’t love the lost.

Connecting People to Jesus Romans 9:1-5 Rev. Brian Bill 9/7/08 Our family went up to Chicago on Labor Day to spend time with Emily. We ate a picnic lunch, went down to Lake Michigan and then just strolled around downtown. While we were walking on Michigan Avenue I glanced up and saw a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Upgrade Your Connection Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 3, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 12,565 views

2nd message in an 8 week series on the Lord’s Prayer. This one deals with the phrase: "May we honor Your Holy Name..."

Can You Hear Me Now? Good! Week 2 “UPGRADE YOUR CONNECTION” Matthew 6:9b and Isaiah 6:1-5 INTRODUCTION: Most wireless providers will allow you, even encourage you to upgrade a number of things. You can upgrade your phones, you can upgrade your calling plan, even upgrade a number of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Christian Church

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