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  • Dean Johnson avatar

    Elitist Christianity Series

    Contributed by Dean Johnson on Feb 6, 2004
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     | 3,560 views

    The early church was planted in the Greek culture, and immediately the culture began to attempt to influence it. Gnostics applied Greek categories of thought to the Christian message,emphasizing higher spiritual knowledge, making it "elitist." But Chris

    I John Sermon Series ELITIST CHRISTIANITY Introduction and I John 1:1-4 Pastor Dean Johnson, Lake Pointe Bible Church, 1-11-04 INTRODUCTION What is now called “The Church” was not yet 50 years old when a rather disturbing and even dangerous teaching began to creep in among Christians. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith And Decision-Making

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 20, 2005
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     | 4,641 views

    We are called on the make decision all the time, from long ranging decisions to simple ones. How did the early church go about making a life and death decision at the infant stage of their existence?

    Passage: Acts 4:23-31 Intro: I was amazed to discover on the web this week that for some churches, the question is not what time their Christmas Day service should be, but whether they should have it at all! 1. decision making in the church can be a quagmire, with all those opinions flying ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    It All Began At Pentecost!

    Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Nov 8, 2013
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     | 5,629 views

    The ushering in of the church of our Lord knew nothing of prayerless pews and lame excuses. The early Church began in that upper Room with about 120. They were in one accord, in one place lead by one Spirit.

    It all Began on Pentecost! Intro: As we travel thru the book of Acts our first stop will be Acts Chapter two. This is where the Church began. What was the message of the church? What was the purpose of the church. How did the church come about? How relevant is the church? All these ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Jesus - King Of Kings

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Dec 21, 2011
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     | 13,843 views

    Early in America's history, tax collectors asked for that which belonged to the king of England, and colonists frequently said, "We have no king but Jesus". I ask you:"Is Jesus still our King?"

    ILLUSTRATION Let me present you with a portion of the speech John Ashcroft gave at Bob Jones University back in 1999. Ashcroft said: “A slogan of the American revolution which was so distressing to the emissaries of the king that it was found in correspondence sent back to England, was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Sharing What We Have Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 15, 2009
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     | 4,557 views

    The early church was exemplary. They relied upon the power and grace of the Lord Jesus, and in concerted prayer experience victory in a harsh environment. They expressed their love for God by a sincere love for people, in meeting everyone’s needs.

    This passage provides a picture of a great church. • We see the unity of the people, a passion for God’s Kingdom, the courage to preach His Word, the power of God manifesting in miracles, and on and on. • This is what we are striving for as a church. These are our prayers for the church today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Ministered To The Lord

    Contributed by Tom Feola on Jun 25, 2012
     | 3,646 views

    As the early church came together you see one set of words that run throughout the book of Acts and that is "ONE ACCORD" We today need to walk this way and see the power of God in our churches.

    Ministered To The Lord As the early church came together you see one set of words that run throughout the book of Acts and that is "ONE ACCORD" We today need to walk this way and see the power of God in our churches. Acts 13:1-4 (NKJV) 1 Now in the church that was at Antioch there were certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Three Simple Steps

    Contributed by Don Emmitte on May 6, 2014
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     | 12,809 views

    Parenting is one of the most difficult experiences of our lives. By understanding the early life of Timothy we can discover "Three Simple Steps" that will help lead our families toward Christ and His grace.

    Three Simple Steps Acts 16:1-5 Mother’s Day Sermon, 2014 by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Take Your Bibles, Please… Paul came also to Derbe and to Lystra. A disciple was there, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    " An Interview With John The Baptist" (Sermon 3 Of Series On Gospel Of John) Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Mar 29, 2021
     | 2,701 views

    Early in the ministry of John the Baptist he had introduced a new teaching of baptism to the Jewish people. In this message the religious leaders interview John the Baptist on this new doctrine, and aquestion him to see if he is the Christ.

    AN INTERVIEW WITH JOHN THE BAPTIST John 1: 21-34 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ January 31, 2021 [Sermon three on the Gospel of John series 2021 Video Link to Sermon: https://youtu.be/n9pQUAGlVPM INTRODUCTION: 1.) As an introduction to this passage of Scripture I want to read from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Fr Mund Cargill Thompson avatar

    You Can't Rush Through This Part Of The Bible Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Mar 28, 2020
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     | 4,633 views

    Sorry friends - the contents of this sermon means there is no short cut. It's too early to tell you what's in it and you will just have to wait until you read it.

    The context for this sermon is this is Passion Sunday 29 March 2020 and this is the second weekend where because of the Corona Virus lockdown, rather than meeting as a physical church we will be meeting online. ................................................................................ When I ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Sam McCormick avatar

    The Holy Spirit - Part 5 Of 9 Series

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 4, 2017
     | 36,808 views

    This part is a continuation of the Holy Spirit's role in the functioning of the New Testament church which began in Part 4 of this series. In this part we examine the greater and lesser gifts and functions of apostles and prophets in the early church.

    This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or as handouts for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Overcoming Prejudice With Love

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 27, 2017
     | 10,902 views

    James dealt with partiality and prejudice in the early church, revealing such attitudes were sinful. The divide in our nation continues to grow, and we must check our attitudes with Scripture. Prejudice will not exist with genuine love.

    Overcoming Prejudice with Love James 2: 1-10 There can be little doubt that our nation is facing the greatest division we have witnessed in decades. The level of turmoil we face today has not been experienced since the 1960’s. While the racial divide seems to be growing at an alarming rate, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Marcaurelle avatar

    The Battles Chosen Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 3, 2016
     | 4,394 views

    Message four in this exposition of First Timothy describes the gnostic error in the early church that was distorting the New Testament faith. Preaching against them our purposes are to purify the faith and to lead false teachers to Christ

    Message 4 THE BATTLES CHOSEN B. The Faith Protected “Command certain men not to teach false doctrines any longer.” (1:3) “Fight the good fight, holding on to faith”(18,19). Paul uses strong words. He doesn’t tell Timothy to suggest that false teachers stop, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Powerful Preaching Of Peter Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 8, 2020
     | 3,258 views

    It is pleasing to observe the love and attitude of saints towards their new contacts and believers in the early Church. If anyone who does not believe in the Truth and its effects on lives but talks about Christ and the Kingdom is a false witness.

    Acts 3: 11-26 Powerful Preaching of Peter 3: 11-12 We are Instruments of God 3: 13-16 We are Witnesses of God 3: 17-26 We are Evangelists of God Acts 3: 11-12 We are Instruments of God It is pleasing to observe the love and attitude of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dave Kinney avatar

    Unrelenting Terror Series

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jan 10, 2009
    based on 22 ratings
     | 5,060 views

    “Unrelenting Terror” will be a huge issue for America and the world! It was not until 911 that we woke that early September morning to the fact that terrorist are now stepping on our soil, studying in our schools and blending into our society.

    Last week we began this series with “Unclaimed Truth” and learned how important it will be for Christians everywhere to stand for truth in 2009. And we concluded with the fact that, we as a body of believers, needs to inspire with the truth as best we can in this New Year! Today we take on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Remember All Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 9, 2022
     | 981 views

    The early believers were in one accord, with one mind and one aim. They always had high respect for one another. They enjoyed meeting together in the houses and had wonderful days of fellowship over the worship.

    Romans 16:01-16 Remember every act of believers Ministry of the Women – Romans 16:1-2. This recommendation and commendation on the ministry of Paul on the Pastor of the Cenchrea. She was a deaconess which was equivalent to the Deacons of the Church in those days. The Acts of the Apostles give ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist