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  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Accepting The Responsibility Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jan 12, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,744 views

    Jesus has transferred to us the fulfilling of His mission. Yet, He has given us everything we need to accomplish it.

    Intro> I had just turned nine years old on that cold January morning in 1961, but I remember it like it was yesterday. I was young, but I knew something truly significant was happening. Up until that day all the Presidents I was aware of had been my grandfather’s age. But in January of ’61, John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Practioners

    Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 17, 2001
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,341 views

    The Practicing (serving) Church is a: Philanthropic Church, Proclaiming Church,Persecuted Church, Protected Church, Praising Church, Praying Church, and aPowerful Church

    (Excerpt from Peter Marshall—"Were you there") ("The [afternoon sun was sliding into its gentle decline] over the City of David. Already pilgrims, and visitors pouring in through [the north and south gates of the Temple; elbowing their way past those milling around in the grand court yards and ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    "how To Discover Your Purpose In Life."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 16, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,273 views

    Have you ever questioned your true purpose on Earth? Don't worry, you're not alone. Discovering your purpose can be a life-changing experience that gives direction and meaning to your life. Your purpose is the driving force behind your vision, making it an essential aspect of your life.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Jeremiah 1:5) "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations." (Jeremiah 29:11) "For I know the plans I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "church Awaken To Your Divine Purpose!"

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 7, 2022
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,912 views

    The phrase "Awaken Church to Your Purpose!" is a compelling call to action that confidently urges the church—believers united—to recognize, embrace, and actively engage in its divine mission to reach out and bring hope to those who are lost.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 25:1-5) (1) "Then the kingdom of heaven, shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom." (2) " Now five of them were wise, and five were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Carl Benge avatar

    He Has A Plan For Us Series

    Contributed by Carl Benge on Jul 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,308 views

    God’s purpose for our lives

    Many islands in the Pacific Ocean appear to be tiny points of land that rise only a few thousand feet above sea level. Yet the foundations of those peaks extend for miles underwater. In fact, if measured from their base, some would tower above the Himalayas. In a similar way, the salvation that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Cost Series

    Contributed by Henry Nwaneri on Nov 20, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,646 views

    The most important things in life can only be acheived by those who conscioulsy count the cost and pay the price.

    Today while praying, I took time to go over all I wanted to do and be for God. At the end I asked myself a question, then I turned around and asked God that question. “God, What will it cost me to fulfill my destiny?” We everyday are faced with the reality of the cost of life. A trip ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dino Rizzo avatar

    Ilife, Part 1

    Contributed by Dino Rizzo on May 5, 2009
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     | 4,471 views

    This series asks life’s dangerous questions: Why am I alive? Why am I here? What is my life meant to accomplish in this life? Where does life being? How did I get to the place that I am at? Why do I live? What makes me live? What causes me to live

    You know, we’ve been talking about these big questions in life and what we shared last week for a few minutes is, "Why am I alive?" I think there comes a time that we begin to think about these type of questions and these are questions we are going to be working on these series of iLife. Last ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being A Part Of The Team Series

    Contributed by Donny Granberry on Oct 16, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,294 views

    Series using football terminology to apply Christian principles.

    “Get In The Game” “Being a Part of The Team” Good morning and thank you for choosing to worship with us today here at Central. It is our desire that you enjoy the warmth and fellowship of the people of God, that you have a life changing experience with God, and that you discover the plan He has ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Exaltation And Transformation Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 4, 2008
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     | 5,148 views

    Exposition on Col 1:15-23 as it relates to the purpose of the existence of the church and to the first part of our vision statement

    Text: Colossians 1:15-23, Title: Exaltation and Transformation, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/8/08, AM Opening illustration: “But now and then someone tells me frankly that my preaching needs to be less doctrinal and more practical. Practical application is vital. I don’t want to minimize its importance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Manifesting The Manifold Wisdom Of God

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Apr 3, 2015
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     | 7,845 views

    When people come to the realization that God's divine plan requires self-sacrifice and service to Christ they rebel, and the true Christian becomes a serious minority.

    Manifold Wisdom of God Illustration Statistics would have you believe that over 80% of Americans are Christians, and historians would have you believe that American colonial patriotic zeal was shared with over 80% of the colonist. Sometime what is shouted the loudest and the longest is assumed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Open Minds

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 26, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,164 views

    The only way to fulfill the purpose of the church and of being a Christian is to be committed to opening people’s minds to receive Christ Jesus and eternal life.

    Open Minds – Luke 24: 44 - 53 Intro: When I was in high school, I could not understand why it was necessary for me to take subjects like history, algebra, geometry or chemistry. --- Perhaps the reason I felt that way was because those were the hardest classes for me. --- Regardless, no one could ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    It Is A Matter Of Life And Death Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Nov 3, 2013
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,606 views

    Why should we tell people about Jesus? Why don’t we just let people believe what they want and let the chips fall where they may? The reason we share the good news of Christ is because it is a matter of life and death!

    The Question of Missions Why? – It is a matter of Life and Death! 1 John 5:11-12 Slide Good Evening/Morning I can’t believe we are already in November! The year is flying by. This month we are going to focus on Missions and the mission of the church as a whole and the mission of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    God's Mission: The Answer For Our Purpose Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 9, 2014
     | 4,972 views

    Mission, Purpose, Disciple Making

    Matthew 28:16-20 August 7, 2022 Introduction: I’m 62 years old. I gave my life to Christ 3 months before my 18th birthday. If you want to know my story listen to my testimony on our web site...."The fire that burns away the clutter.", but even though I didn’t surrender to Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 3 - What Is Our Purpose As God's People Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Feb 11, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,960 views

    Part 3 of our Finding Purpose series will focus on the top commands from God to us on how we are to be. Loving God with all of our heart, mind and soul and loving our neighbor as we love ourselves.

    FINDING PURPOSE Part 3 – What is our Purpose as God’s People? † SCRIPTURE READING This week we will be looking at what our purpose as God’s people is. This very question was posed to Jesus in our scripture reading today, an expert in religious law asking Jesus this question trying to test Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Rick Pendleton avatar

    20/20 Vision

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Apr 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 32,004 views

    A church is headed nowhere until it has a clear vision

    20/20 Vision 2 Chronicles 20:20 What is the most common surgery performed in the US? According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, the most common surgery is: Lens and cataract procedures… specifically- laser eye surgery People want their vision restored to 20/20 When it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist