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  • Jerry Flury avatar

    “critical Care Of The Body Of Christ”

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 17, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,705 views

    For the church, the Body of Christ, to fulfill its purpose and mission it must be united. Paul emphasizes this in Ephesians 4. As the Body of Christ, we need to realize the necessity of caring to maintain unity within the church.

    “Critical Care of the Body of Christ” Ephesians 4:1-6, 25-32 A Christian church is a local body of regenerate (born-again) persons, baptized on a profession of their faith in Christ; who have united in covenant for worship, instruction, the observance of Christian ordinances, and for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ministry Gifts

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013
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     | 8,364 views

    The five-fold ministry resulted from Christ’s ascension to heaven. These gifts were released by Christ during His ascension and are therefore also known as the ascension gifts. The full expression of the ministry of Jesus requires the full 5-fold ministry

    The Ministry Gifts Ephesians 4:7-8 - But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.” Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Diligent Leadership

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Oct 26, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,804 views

    The spiritual gift of leadership is one of the gifts of Romans 12.

    10 27 13 “Diligent Leadership” Romans 12:8c: “He who leads, with diligence.” We have been looking at the spiritual gifts of the Body of Christ in Romans 12: prophecy (speaking God’s Word to others), serving ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    With God I Can

    Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Feb 10, 2020
     | 5,712 views

    As a disciple of Jesus living for Him means that you will face challenges that most will not experience. If you are living as a committed disciple of Jesus, then trouble will come your way.

    Sermon Text: Eph 3:16-21 16 that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, 17 that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, 18 may be able to comprehend with all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Enduring In The End Times Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 26, 2021
     | 8,503 views

    While it is impossible to known when the Lord will return, the Scripture does reveal what we can expect as that time draws near. Paul sought to equip the church to prepare for and endure during the End Times. These words of exhortation are especially needed today.

    Enduring in the End Times 1 Thessalonians 5: 8-11 Paul had spent a great deal of time dealing with the rapture of the church and the second coming of the Lord. He sought to enlighten them concerning the events that are sure to happen. If you remember, the Thessalonians were a bit confused, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No One Left Behind: Togetherness

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 10, 2019
     | 8,837 views

    It should be our goal that NO ONE IS LEFT BEHIND. Are we praying for a spirit of unity, synergy, and togetherness in our family and church. Are we all pulling together? Judging others will limit any personal growth possible.

    NO ONE LEFT BEHIND --- TOGETHER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a series. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (MSG) So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you'll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you're already ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Generous With Our Presence Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 25, 2017
     | 5,229 views

    Stewardship is about more than money. A faithful steward not only stewards his/her resources, but his/her connection to the body of Christ. This message touches on offering ourselves to the body of Christ through our presence in worship.

    We continue our Generosity: Possible series this morning discovering what it means to be generous with our presence. When we became a Christian, and one who chose to walk the faith journey as United Methodist, not only did we commit to support the body of Christ with our prayers and witness, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Three Counselors Of The Christian

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 10, 2025
     | 571 views

    We can know the will of God by the Word, God's providence, the Spirit, God's people, and by God's presence. But what about the GRAY AREAS with no direct command? Go to Paul's 3 counselors to gain God's wisdom & direction.

    THE THREE COUNSELORS OF THE CHRISTIAN 1 Cor. 10:23; 6:12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about a pastor who bought a new horse. He trained it to respond to “Praise the Lord,” meaning giddy-up, and “hallelujah,” meaning woah. Every time he said praise the lord, the horse would take off running. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Encouragement To A Struggling Church Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,354 views

    This section deals with the appropriateness of expressing our gifts within the church service. Now, one thing needs to be noted at the onset, the Corinthian church was operating before a completed revelation and as such, the church is operating in a peri

    ENCOURAGEMENT TO A STRUGGLING CHURCH 1 CORINTHIANS 14:26-40 INTRODUCTION: our passage this morning brings us to the end of Paul’s teaching concerning spiritual gifts in general, and tongues in specifics. This last section deals with the appropriateness of expressing our gifts within the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gift Empowered Ministry Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 20, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,204 views

    Final message on spiritual gifts.

    GIFT EMPOWERED MINISTRY Defining Our Ministry Through Our Giftedness INTRODUCTION: here we are once again, on the other side of the Christmas season, and back to the book of 1 Corinthians. Now, before we changed gears and went into the Christmas season, we were looking at our spiritual gifts, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Frank Lay avatar

    The First Christian Sermon

    Contributed by Frank Lay on Mar 4, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,596 views

    My first sermon was certainly no model for Christian preaching. However, Peter’s first sermon presents a model that should characterize all Christian preaching today. Notice the elements in the first Christian sermon. There was explanation, exposition,

    THE FIRST CHRISTIAN SERMON Acts 2:14-47 I remember my very first sermon. It was on Easter Sunday evening in 1961. For some years I had been wrestling with the call to preach the gospel. During the closing service of a revival meeting at Riverside Baptist Church in Pascagoula, Mississippi, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is No Plan B

    Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Jan 28, 2008
    based on 21 ratings
     | 12,046 views

    OFTEN, WE HEAR THE TERMINOLOGY: PLAN B. THE BACK-UP PLAN IN CASE THE FIRST PLAN FAILS. HAVE YOU EVER STOPPED TO THINK THAT JESUS HAD NO “PLAN B” IF HIS PLAN “A” WERE REJECTED? THERE SIMPLY WAS NO PLAN “B” NO OTHER WAY UNTO SALVATION. ACTS 4: 12.

    THERE IS NO “PLAN B” TEXT: JOHN 6:60--69 INTRODUCTION: OFTEN, WE HEAR THE TERMINOLOGY: PLAN B. THE BACK-UP PLAN IN CASE THE FIRST PLAN FAILS. ALL BUSINESSES AND MOST POLITICIANS HAVE A PLAN B. AN ALTERNATE PLAN TO GO TO IF ALL ELSE FAILS. HAVE YOU EVER STOPPED TO THINK THAT JESUS HAD NO “PLAN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    Proclaimer’s Appreciation

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 7, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,826 views

    October is the season of the year which is set aside to appreciate those who have the Christ apportioned gift of pastor. The truths in this message will set your heart in good order for pleasing the Lord.

    Proclaimer’s Appreciation Honoring Those Who Teach The Word of God According to the Book of Ephesians chapter four, Jesus gave pastors to the Body of Christ to prepare them for works of service, so they mature in their faith and be unified in the work of the Lord. Pastoral Appreciation month has ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Demonstrating Your Power Source-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014
     | 5,983 views

    1 of 4. Paul demonstrated/confirmed the Spirit’s power thru his manner of witness to the church at Corinth. How/When is a Christian’s power source confirmed/demonstrated? 5 demonstrations of one’s power source.

    DEMONSTRATING YOUR POWER SOURCE—1Corinthians 2:1-5 Attention: The customer in the Italian restaurant was so pleased that he asked to speak to the chef. The chef proudly appears from the kitchen & introduces himself to the customer. "Your alfredo is superb," the customer said. "I just spent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Doug Johnston avatar

    I Choose... Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Mar 7, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 2,969 views

    Here are some suggestions how to give the "BEST" for our families.

    I Choose... For no man ever yet hated his own flesh; but nourisheth and cherisheth it, even as the Lord the church: Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband. Ephesians 5:29, 33 We often have unrealistic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist