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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Church's Obligation To Its Elders Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 27, 2022
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     | 3,151 views

    1 Timothy 5:17-25 gives us practical instruction for the church's obligation to its elders.

    Scripture Paul understood that there was a crisis of leadership in Ephesus. In chapter 4:1-5, Paul pointed out some of the distinctive emphases of the false teachers. In chapter 5:11-16, he focused on the younger widows who seemed to have fallen under the influence of the false teachers. Then in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Character Still Does Count Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Nov 5, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 9,221 views

    Character among our church leaders and those who serve in ministry gives the church credibility to share the good news of Christ with others.

    Church attendance on the Sunday after the September 11 attacks rose by 6% nationwide. However, seven weeks later, pollsters tell us that church attendance has settled back to the same level it was before the terrorist attacks. Just by way of contrast, the Sunday after President Kennedy was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Elders, Servants

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 6, 2012
     | 5,890 views

    Who serve in our churches that also surround the throne of God? Elders. What office of leadership for God's people spans from Genesis to Revelation? Elders. Who needs them? We do.

    We’ve embarked on a summer theme of Christian service where we are working to apply the fruit of the Spirit to service activities through service teams. This week’s theme is serving with Joy. Tonight we will introduce the next focus: Serving as peacemakers for Christ. When we look ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Appoint Those Who Are Chosen Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 25, 2012
     | 7,634 views

    James cautioned believers against rushing to become teachers. God teaches that He will appoint whom He pleases. He does, however, give us the criteria for His appointment.

    “The LORD spoke to Moses, saying, ‘Bring the tribe of Levi near, and set them before Aaron the priest, that they may minister to him. They shall keep guard over him and over the whole congregation before the tent of meeting, as they minister at the tabernacle. They shall guard all the furnishings ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Country Club To Church: The Membership

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Mar 11, 2008
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    The church is looking more like a country club with every year, this is a call back to service instead of being served. We are not on a religious vacation, but a spiritual journey.

    COUNTRY CLUB TO CHURCH: THE MEMBERSHIP THEME: OVERCOMING A ME ATTITUDE FOR A CHRIST ATTITUDE TEXT: PHIL. 3:1-11 Feeling the hot sun upon me is heavenly. Walking to the pier to eat an ice-cream cone is one of the simple pleasures. Reading a great book as I hear the consistent waves in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Order & Assignment For Pastors (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 20, 2012
     | 6,785 views

    This is a careful, radically Biblical assessment of God's written will for the Equipping Gift of Pastor, as mentioned in Ephesians 4, and commented on in other places in the New Testament.

    God’s Order and Assignment for Pastors Eric J. Hanson July 8, 2012 Pastor Dallas recently shared a message on the five giftings mentioned in Ephesians 4:11. These are gifts from God in the form of men and women whom God has raised up, for the purpose of equipping His people to minister the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Serving The Church Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,408 views

    SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES

    QUALIFICATIONS FOR DEACONS -- MEN OF DIGNITY BIG IDEA: SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES INTRODUCTION: Wiersbe: "The first deacons were appointed to be assistants to the apostles. In a local church today ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Mystery Of Godliness

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 8, 2015
    based on 16 ratings
     | 11,355 views

    To establish that the “mystery of godliness” is manifested in the church through its saints, foundation, and founder, the only begotten Son of God. This lesson deals with the “truth, which is after godliness.”

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Regarding the Christian's Behavior 2. Regarding the Church's Buttress 3. Regarding Christ the Only-Begotten Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will discuss a portion of Paul's first letter to Timothy. This letter has been described by biblical historians ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Vital Duties For The Pastor Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 3, 2013
     | 7,372 views

    Among duties with which Pastors are charged is the responsibility to demand that errant teachers be silent.

    “As I urged you when I was going to Macedonia, remain at Ephesus so that you may charge certain persons not to teach any different doctrine, nor to devote themselves to myths and endless genealogies, which promote speculations rather than the stewardship from God that is by faith. The aim of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do Not Neglect Your Gift - Pt. 3 Series

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jan 30, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,453 views

    Use what the good Lord gave ya.

    Do not neglect your gift 1 Timothy 4:12 Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity. 13 Till I come, give attention to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine. 14 Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    God's Model For Church Leadership Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 2, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,721 views

    This message presents an overview of the types of leaders that God wants for the church.

    George Bernard Shaw is quoted as saying, “Some people see things as they are and say why. I dream things that never were and say why not?” Many churches across America are in desperate need of visionary leadership. Leaders who refuse to settle for the way things are and are willing to press on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Paul's Solemn Plea To Rome Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 19, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,380 views

    To herald Paul’s solemn plea and message to the church in Rome, to mark and turn away from those who cause divisions and offenses contrary to the doctrine they had heard, learned, believed, and obeyed according to “The faith, once delivered to the saints.”

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Causes Divisions and Offenses 2. Serves not the Lord Jesus Christ 3. Deceives the Hearts of the Simple Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will present the message: “Paul’s Solemn Plea To Rome.” This was an urgent and solemn plea from the beloved apostle Paul to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Men Standing Firm Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 1, 2016
    based on 20 ratings
     | 23,291 views

    How was Titus going to "straighten out what had been left unfinished" in Crete? It was an evil land and he was only one man. How did God expect him to do such a daunting task?

    How many of you have ever heard of a television show called “This Old House” (the majority raised their hands). It is a popular home improvement show that is now in its 36th season – that’s 36 years it’s been on TV. It’s popular because people are intrigued with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stewardship Of God's People: His Sheep

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 14, 2007
     | 2,631 views

    A look at the shepherding function in the local church. It is not just ordained pastors who have a responsibility. Every seasoned believer is part of this process.

    Stewardship of God’s Sheep; His People Pastor Eric J. Hanson October 15, 2006 Introduction As I began to prepare the message, the Holy Spirit moved me in a different direction. He showed me that within the life of each local church, there is another type of broad and overarching stewardship, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Leaders' Personal Habits - (Part 7 Of 7) Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,010 views

    Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime.

    This final category touches the leader in his relationship to alcohol and money-two areas of perennial tempta-tion. Don’t overlook God’s Word on these crucial points! If you do, you will regret it later. 1. Not given to drunkenness 1 Tim 3:3; Titus 1:7 Literally this phrase means "not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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