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A Church Full Of Sinners Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003

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What is our attitude toward growth? Are we ready and willing to accept what God has in store for this congregation? What about our attitude toward those on “the fringe?” Are we willing to accept them into the fold when God calls?

The Teachings of Christ A Church Full of Sinners #2 in Series Mark 2:13–17 INTRODUCTION Once there was a church that had prayed fervently for God to give them growth. It happened that one Sunday at worship a known prostitute entered the building and took a seat in the back of the building. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Essentials For A Powerful Church

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003

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This was my June devotional for the Leadership team meeting that examines the powerful qualities of the Antioch church.

Essentials for A Powerful Church Acts 11:19-21 Leadership Board Meeting June 10, 2003 Introduction What does it mean to have a powerful church? What does a powerful church look like? Do we have a powerful church? AC 11:19 Now those who had been scattered by the persecution in connection with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-21

Denomination: Church Of God

The Church's Biggest Problem

Contributed by Fred Elliott on Jun 18, 2003

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Apathy in church members

THE CHURCH’S BIGGEST PROBLEM Revelation 3: 15-16 Intro: A. The Church --- The body of Christ consisting of all Christians B. Many problems to choose from 1. Gossip and Idle talk 2. Busybodies into everyone else’s business 3. Unforgiving attitudes ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Characteristics Of A Spiritual Church

Contributed by Lee Black on Nov 9, 2002

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Is your Church Spirit filled like the 1st Church? Are your leaders full of the Holy Spirit like the 1st leaders? Are we ready for the great work God has for us?

Acts 2:42-47 The Characteristics of a Spiritual Church Acts 2:42-47 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. [43] And fear came upon every soul: and many wonders and signs were done by the apostles. [44] And all that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gifts For The Church

Contributed by Richard White on Nov 16, 2002

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The church is in need of those who are willing to become living sacrifices for God. He, by His grace, has given us gifts. We must use them

Spiritual Gifts of the Church Romans 12:1-12 RO 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God--this is your spiritual act of worship. 2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8, Ephesians 4:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Credible Christian Church Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 3, 2002

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The Credible Christian church will be characterised by unity, humility, gentleness, patience and peace. Our primary task is to proclaim the gospel to the ends of the earth and our success will depend on our credibility.

If you were here 2 weeks ago you may remember that I posed the question, ’What is the church here for?’ That might sound like a straightforward question at first, but I think you’ll find if you ask a range of people what they think the Church should be doing, you’ll get a range of answers. Now ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Anglican

The Church Moves Forward

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Dec 9, 2002

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In ordaining two elders, we are making a powerful statement about the organized Christian church.

The Church Moves Forward Cornwall/Montreal November 30, 2002 Today, we’re making a powerful statement about the church, and a very positive statement, at that, in performing these ordinations.Jesus founded the church. The church came from the heart of God, through Jesus, and the activity of the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15, Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Be A "Liberal" Church

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 12, 2002

based on 16 ratings

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A lesson on Giving. God requires us to give of our lives, time and money let us do so as God would have us to do; both cheerfully and liberally.

Let’s be a “Liberal” Church 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 Thesis: God requires us to give of our lives, time and money let us do so as God would have us to do; both cheerfully and liberally. Introduction: I. God requires us give. A. 1st we give our lives to God by faith in His son through baptism ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dynamics Of A Prevailing Church

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

based on 36 ratings

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Essential Characteristics of a Church that Prevails against kingdom of darkness

GOD WILL HAVE A CHURCH IN THIS CITY THAT WILL PREVAIL AGAINST THE STRONGHOLDS OF DARKNESS. WE WILL BE ARMED AND ANOINTED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT, LAUNCHING A MILITANT ASSAULT ON THE KINGDOM OF satan. THE SUPERNATURAL POWER OF GOD WILL BE AT WORK IN THE MINISTRIES OF HIS CHURCH. DARKNESS WILL BE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Three Hearts In The Church

Contributed by James May on Feb 24, 2002

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The descriptions given of the 3 men that John wrote about in 3 John are general descriptions of the type of hearts that we find in every church. The Heart of a Servant, the Heart of the Evangelist, and the Un-teachable Heart.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-12, Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church God Uses Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 25, 2002

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Five characteristics of the kind of church God uses.

When your average unchurched person decides to go to church, that person is met with a bewildering array of different choices. There are so many different kinds of churches in our culture today, it can be very confusing trying to sort through them all. Churches come in different sizes. The average ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

State Of The Church Address

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Mar 12, 2002

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The present state of the church lends itself to the need to assess, agree and act.

State of the Church Address: Assess ? Agree ? Act This local body of believers known as Trinity Baptist Church has been allowed to exist for 30.5 years, and I have had the privilege and blessing to be the pastor of this body for the past 11.5 years. Each has a place and purpose of being here. ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3, Haggai 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Why Is The Church Not Growing

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 15, 2002

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The reasons churches are not growing like they should.

ACTS 2:41-47 "WHY IS THE CHURCH NOT GROWING" A) Church growth is normal; standing still and stagnation is not normal for the church .......! * The first century church saw believers added daily! * The early church would have kept the adding machines and the computers going to keep up with it’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Stone Throwing In Church

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 4, 2002

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An application to John 8:1-10

I went out and gathered small flat stones to pass out to the church. Also I dressed in blue jeans and a nice shirt. (I normally dress in a coat and tie). When you are in a conservative church jeans are a big deal. This is just some Ideas. Preach it! Stone Throwing in Church John 8:1-11 4-7-2002 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, John 8:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Thriving And Healthy Church

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Apr 7, 2002

based on 81 ratings

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Acts chapter 9 provides a snap-shot of a healthy and thriving church that was flowing with the Holy Spirit. This is an example to the church today.

 Many churches through the centuries have looked to the New Testament church in the Acts as a model of what Christ is wanting in his body  In Acts 9 we see an example of a healthy and thriving church MAIN TEXT: Acts 9:31 Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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