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  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    Building The Church Christ Intended Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 2, 2022
     | 1,864 views

    Each of us is the music—the great opus—of those who have used their gifts to equip us and we must do the same to equip others.

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/120438 Introduction This morning we are returning to the fourth chapter of Ephesians. We are studying today one of my favorite passages that ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Encouragement Pt 2 -- The Art Of Encouagement Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018
     | 5,735 views

    This is a second message exploring the concept and practice of encouragement. This message explores the mandate to encourage one another.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Art of Encouragement” Introduction Last week we explored the need and availability of encouragement. Given the multiple causes for discouragement in our world, encouragement is a critical component to survival. Our own thinking causes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    What It Means To Be The Salt Of The Earth

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 15, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 3,957 views

    Being "salty."

    What it means to be the ¡§Salt of the Earth.¡¨ Matthew 5:13 August 8, 2004 Introduction Last week we finished our look at the Beatitudes as we continue to work our way through the Gospel according to Matthew. We spent the last five weeks looking at what Jesus had to say about being blessed by ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Exposing The Kingdom Focused Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 16, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,726 views

    Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books "The Kingdom Focused Church" and "Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s "Simple Church."

    EXPOSING THE KINGDOM FOCUSED CHURCH Matthew 16:18-19 / Matthew 28:18-20 > Have you ever taken a picture, taken it to be developed, and it came back “out of focus?” Do you remember your frustration? And do you remember that your frustration was control somewhat by basically 2 factors; how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stewardship Of Talents Series

    Contributed by David Slone on May 10, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 19,808 views

    A look at how God has entrusted us with our talents to use to grow the kingdom Powerpoint available

    Series Name: Eternal Investments, God’s perspective Stewardship of Talents Romans 12 3 For by the grace given to me, I tell everyone among you not to think of himself more highly than he should think. Instead, think sensibly, as God has distributed a measure of faith to each one. 4 Now as we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Will To Win Series

    Contributed by Rob Yanok on Sep 10, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,128 views

    Success and Winning is a product of effort and never occurs by chance, therefore we must be Intentional, we must WILL IT!

    “The Will To Win” – Pastor Rob Yanok Text: Joshua 1:8, John 15:16, I Cor. 9:24 Proverbs 21:5 – Says “The Thoughts of the diligent tend only to the plenteous...” I. Thoughts on Winning 1. Winning isn’t everything; it’s the only thing – Vince Lombardi 2. Winners spend time building ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lust & Chastity Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 12, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,423 views

    A Christian view of sexuality. Lust happens when attraction becomes an overpowering factor in one's life. Chastity is a positive lifestyle marked by self-control.

    A cartoon depicts two guys in Hell, and one says to the other: “I was under the impression that what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.” All of the deadly sins we’ve been studying are distorted or excessive attachments to good things. We make them bad. When life revolves around ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Life Of The Flesh Is In The Blood

    Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Aug 14, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,784 views

    Our salvation is in the shed blood of Jesus Christ.

    The Life of the Flesh Is In the Blood Matthew 26:28/29 – Ephesians 1:7 Throughout the word of God there is a tread of red that is so very vital to the Christian experience. When we are accused of having a gospel of blood, we proudly plead guilty to the charge. For the only thing that gives ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Anchor Of The Soul

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025
     | 614 views

    Using the metaphor of a ship caught in a violent tempest, this sermon introduces the Christian hope found in Hebrews 6 as a "sure and stedfast" heavenly anchor for the soul, providing an unshakeable foundation during life's storms of anxiety, grief, and uncertainty.

    Sermon: The Anchor of the Soul Text: Hebrews 6:17-20 I want you to imagine for a moment a small vessel upon the great and mighty sea. The sun is bright, the water is like glass, and the journey is pleasant. But as any mariner will tell you, the sea is a fickle master. Without warning, the sky can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The People Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,314 views

    Explore our identity in Christ, how to live out our calling as God's chosen people, and the power of unity in Christ.

    Good morning, church! It's a blessing to be gathered here together, as one body, to delve into the Word of God. I'm excited today to talk about a topic that's close to my heart and I believe, critical to our walk as Christians. Today we're going to be talking about our identity in Christ, how to ...read more

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    Grow With Us By Knowing Spiritual Gifts PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 961 views

    Understand and appreciate the diversity of spiritual gifts given by the Holy Spirit, and how these gifts, though varied, are unified in purpose and should be used for the glory of God and the edification of the church.

    Good morning, church. Today, we'll be diving deep into 1 Corinthians 12:1-10, an important passage that speaks powerfully about the unity, variety, and purpose of Spiritual Gifts. "As God's children, we are not to be observers; we're to participate actively in the Lord's work. Spectators sit and ...read more

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    5 Fold PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,710 views

    Explore and understand the significance of the 5-fold ministry (apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers) and how these roles serve to support and strengthen the church.

    Good morning, church family. Today, we're gonna be diving into a truly powerful passage from the book of Ephesians, specifically Ephesians 4:11. In this scripture, the Apostle Paul lays out what is often referred to as the 5-fold ministry. These are the offices or roles that Christ has gifted to ...read more

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    What's On The Inside?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 20, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
     | 19,251 views

    Man is in desperate need of a heart transplant.

    Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. What’s on the Inside? Ezekiel 36:25-27 Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean; I will cleanse you from all your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Growing Pains Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 13, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,904 views

    The early church’s response to an internal problem teaches the contemporary church some valuable lessons.

    * The dramatic growth of the early church: last count (4:4) around 5,000 men (probably around 20,000 total) * Such growth led to a “good” problem: many more needed to be ministered to than there were people to minister * The 12 did not have the ability to both effectively deliver the Word and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Demonstration Of Spirit Power

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 6, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,084 views

    The Word is our standard and light, but it is the Spirit that powers it and enlightens men.

    Daniel Kolenda relates a story about a tired pastor getting on a flight and hoping to just get some quiet time. The passenger next to him asks what he does for a living. The tired pastor says he is a pastor and so is the other man. When the man finds out our tired pastor is a Pentecostal pastor he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist