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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Discipling The Disciples

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 11, 2008
    based on 78 ratings
     | 18,200 views

    And there are many things we can do to disciple the disciples. 1- Number the disciples 2- Strengthen the disciples 3- Charge the disciples

    INTRO.- A disciple is a follower. And we’re all disciples of someone or of something. ILL.- On April 25, 1994, the news section of Christianity Today, reported that some fans of Elvis Presley were actually revering the king of rock and roll as a god. Not surprising, is it? Pockets of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    True Humility Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 8, 2018
     | 7,098 views

    Fifth in a series from Philippians dealing with maintaining the right attitude of humility

    REVIEW Paul wrote this letter from a Roman prison along with letters to the Jesus Followers at Ephesus and Colossae known as the “Prison Epistles (letters). By the frequency of reference, the overall theme of his letter seems to be joy. But not just joy, it is joy in the face of the obstacles and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Growing As A Church- The Principle Of Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 17, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,471 views

    This is sermon 3 of 14 based on Bob Russell’s Book "When God Builds A Church". THis mesaage deals with the principle of fellowship

    INTRODUCTION „X With the birth of my second grandson, I had a thought. „X What is the most enjoyable part of being a parent? Is it the birth process or watching that little baby take its¡¦ first steps, say its¡¦ words, getting her first strike out on the mound, hitting that first round tripper, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    One Life, One Chance

    Contributed by Lloyd Grubbs on Apr 26, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 25,877 views

    This sermon was preached by my 15 year old son on National Youth day in the Assemblies of God

    National Youth Day 4/23/06 ONE LIFE, ONE CHANCE I want to thank my dad for allowing me to speak tonight Prov 27:1 1 Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. The writer is telling us that we have today Many people always look to tomorrow, they plan for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Church Support Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 26, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,646 views

    This message is intended to help us, the church, to see areas of support that we need to strengthen and, then draw us to make commitments to do just that.

    CHURCH SUPPORT Acts 9:19-31 INTRODUCTION: A. What do these pictures have in common? 1. They all have support – that which holds up the rest of the structure (Use a collage of different items with supports such as overpasses, bridges, etc.) 2. And in a spiritual sense the church needs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Destiny

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 3, 2009
     | 7,863 views

    We were born again to be God’s children. Children of the King. He chose us to live a higher and holier life. That’s the kind of life that honors Him most. And that’s our destiny!

    What’s your destiny in life?  Did you know what your destiny was when you graduated high school?  Did you know what you were going to do,  where you were going to work,  where you were going to live,  And you knew beyond the shadow of a doubt all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Priniciple Of Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 19, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,070 views

    This is a revamp of a sermon I did a couple of years ago. It deals with fellowship. Inspired by Bob Russell’s book, "When God Builds A Church."

    INTRODUCTION  SLIDE #1  For those of you who play golf, do you like to play alone, or is it better when you have others with you to make fun of you or awe at your great shot? The game is more fun when playing it with others.  I think women understand the concept of doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understanding The Prophetic

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 29, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,089 views

    When men and women prophesy, the Spirit of God inspires their speech and causes His own words to come forth. The same is true in the church today. Men and women can utter words from the Lord as He inspires them to speak for the edification, exhortation, a

    UNDERSTANDING THE PROPHETIC When men and women prophesy, the Spirit of God inspires their speech and causes His own words to come forth. The same is true in the church today. Men and women can utter words from the Lord as He inspires them to speak for the edification, exhortation, and comfort of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Part Of The Team

    Contributed by Jason Winters on Aug 16, 2012
     | 5,559 views

    Engaging your role in the church

    Part of the Team 1 Corinthians 1:10-1:10 Everybody Should Be Part Of The Team; Let there be real harmony so there won't be divisions in the church. I plead with you to be of one mind, united in thought and purpose 1 Cor. 1:10 I loved watching the end of NBC broadcast where they would show ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You've Got A Friend In Me PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,003 views

    This sermon explores the importance of cultivating deep, intentional friendships as a crucial part of our spiritual journey and growth as Christians.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as mere individuals, but as a collective body of believers, united by the love of Christ and the fellowship we share in Him. It is a beautiful day to celebrate the bonds that tie us together, the friendships that sustain us on ...read more

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    An Unbelieving People

    Contributed by Keith Butler on Sep 14, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,659 views

    A warning against the church falling away into unbelief like the nation of Israel.

    AN UNBELIEVING PEOPLE Hebrews 3:7-19 Key Verse and Theme: “See to it, brothers, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God. But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called Today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Purpose Driven God Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 19, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,961 views

    This message looks at how God's purposes will not be thwarted

    INTRODUCTION * God’s purpose, plan, will, etc., is mysterious, but important - God has a purpose for each person, a plan for every person’s life - God has a specific desire in what he wants to accomplish in your life * The question is not if God has a plan for our lives, but (1) do I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing Up For Jesus In An Increasingly Secular World

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 12, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,379 views

    This sermon explores why standing up for Jesus Christ in an increasingly secular society and how we can courageously live out our faith in a God-honoring way.

    Introduction In today's world, where secularism seems to be on the rise and religious beliefs are increasingly marginalized, standing up for Jesus has never been more crucial. The pressures to conform to worldly standards can be overwhelming, but as followers of Christ, we are called to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Stand Firm And Hold Fast Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 4, 2024
     | 1,422 views

    The news and letters that were causing the alarm for the church at Thessalonica was that they missed Jesus coming again. But Paul is giving them something solid they can hear and read that will counter all the misinformation.

    Have you read something or heard something that really alarmed you? Does everything going on around you these days make you unsettled? Probably you have been alarmed and unsettled. It is that way now, and it was the case for the Christians in first century Thessalonica. Paul is writing them in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Steadfastness In Doing Good Works

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jul 26, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 742 views

    We are created in Christ Jesus to do good works, not optional, but a necessity to be in the will of God.

    Steadfastness in Doing Good Works Study Text: Galatians 6:9 - 10 Introduction: For everyone who has devoted himself to doing good to others, there will always come a temptation to grow weary and want to give up. Whether it is in a relationship, a serving position, or just being generally kind ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal