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  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Now That You Know…moving Forward

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 22, 2015
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    Once we begin to grow and mature in our faith, what is next? How do we move forward as a believer?

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: May 21, 2015 Date Preached: May 24, 2015 Church: OPBC (AM) Sunday FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Spiritual Growth Text: Ephesians 4:11-16 (ESV) Title: Now That You Know…Moving Forward Focus Question: Now that I have my foundation, what is it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fivefold Ministry (Ministry Gifts)

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025
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    In Ephesians 4:11, Paul outlines five key ministry gifts—apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher—that work together to equip the saints, build up the body of Christ, and bring unity and maturity.

    THE FIVEFOLD MINISTRY (Ministry Gifts) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:11 Supporting Texts: Acts 2:42, 1 Corinthians 12:28, Jeremiah 1:5, Amos 3:7, 2 Timothy 4:2, John 21:15-17 INTRODUCTION: God has given the church specific gifts for leadership and spiritual growth. In Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Gifted (Part Two) Series

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 21, 2018
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    In my first installment of this series I said that the gifts of the Spirit are from God and we need to use them for his purposes. Today we will see that a big part of my job as a Pastor is to equip you for works of service.

    GIFTED (part two) 1) I need to prepare you. Eph. 4:11-16, "It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rethink

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Jun 10, 2015
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     | 5,470 views

    Understanding our ministry

    I remember the months leading up to the time when I entered into the US Air Force, I was spending every day working out. I was not in the best shape of my life but I also wasn't far from where I needed to be either. There were three main requirements for our physical endurance. We all had to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When We Gather Together

    Contributed by John White on May 3, 2017
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    The principle and practice of God's people gathering together in the presence of the Lord in a house dedicated to Him for the purpose of corporate praise and worship is clearly taught throughout the Bible by command, precept and example.

    WHY WE GATHER TOGETHER Psalm 84:10 "For a day in thy courts [is] better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness." Psalm 122:1 " I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD." Matt. 18:20 "Again I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Excellent - Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 2, 2016
     | 7,594 views

    Continuing to look at Excellence! through Spiritual Gifts

    Be Excellent: Spiritual Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:1ff February 7, 2016 Have you ever wished that you were something you weren’t? At one point or another most of us have. There are times I wish I was a professional athlete, playing a game and making millions. But I know I can’t — ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Is Your Master

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 30, 2016
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    What does it take to be a servant of God?

    July 31, 2016 Morning Worship Text: Romans 6:16-18 Subject: Being a Servant of God Title: Who is Your Master? Last week we began a series on Servanthood. In our culture today the concept of being a servant is really looked down upon. For one thing, the word “servant” is interpreted ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Every Member A Minister

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 9, 2015
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     | 9,987 views

    When pastors do what they must do, and people do what they are called to do, according to verses 12-16, our gifts lead to growth in at least six ways as we work as a team.

    Every Member a Minister Ephesians 4:11-16 There was a lady who was visiting a church one Sunday. The sermon seemed to go on forever, and many in the congregation fell asleep. She liked to meet new people so after the service she walked up to a very sleepy looking gentleman, extended her hand in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Equipped With Child Like Faith...not Childish Faith

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 7, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 14,087 views

    A sermon that looks explores Jesus teaching that Christians have a childlike...not a childish faith

    This morning I would like you to think about your faith. When is your faith child like and when is it childish? This morning’s Gospel points out there is a difference. There is a difference between child like faith and being childish with our faith. Jesus gives us a child like faith. He wants us ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    1 Corinthians: The Church Fully Equipped To Be Fully Unified

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 22, 2017
     | 5,603 views

    Jesus' blood knits us together.

    On Friday, Donald Trump took the oath of office to become the 45th president of the United States. As you know, his election was not without controversy. After all, he lost the popular vote by 1.5 million votes! So why isn’t Hillary Clinton the new president? Because Trump won the votes where ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    God's C E E--Called, Equipped, And Empowered

    Contributed by Pastor E Cavenaugh on Oct 6, 2012
     | 11,083 views

    Knowing who you are in Christ enables you to be victorious!

    The C E E of the Lord! Everyone may daydream of being the CEO of a big company. I have good news for you. In Christ you are already the CEE of the Lord! Called Equipped Empowered 1 John 3:1--Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus' Relationship With Believers And Believers' Relationship To Other Believers Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 30, 2024
     | 718 views

    Let's discuss the very special relationship that Jesus has with believers, a relationship that delivers us from an existence that is sad without Jesus and then our relationship to other believers.

    Tonight, let’s start off by talking about the love that Jesus has for us as believers. Verses 9-11 are the first three verses we will look at that show us the very special relationship that Jesus has with believers, a relationship that delivers us from an existence that is sad without Jesus. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing A Servant’s Heart

    Contributed by Robert Webb on Mar 1, 2016
     | 5,910 views

    How we should serve God

    Developing a Servant’s Heart To serve means someone is involved in or engaged in an activity. Christians are called to be servants: John 12:26 (NIV) 26 Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me. As we serve and as we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Prepárate Para Estar Equipado

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 6, 2024
     | 1,001 views

    Este sermón trata sobre el llamado de Eliseo al ministerio por parte de Elías.

    Prepárate para estar equipado 1 Reyes 19:15-21 2 Reyes 2:1-15 4/2/2024 ¿Alguna vez se ha visto en una situación en la que sentía que no estaba preparado para hacer lo que se esperaba de usted? Estaba en el seminario y trabajaba a tiempo parcial en un restaurante de comida ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Biblical Truths From The Football Career

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 13, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,231 views

    There are men of the Lord who serve in the game of football, men who grasp truths we can learn from as we endeavor to reach the lost for Christ and encourage the Body of Christ.

    Biblical Truths from the Football Career Introduction: We are in the midst's of football season. Much of the world is captivated by the game, they long for game after game until we finally reach the Super Bowl. Proposition: I would propose to you that there are men of the Lord who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational