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  • Ed Wood avatar

    The Body Of Christ

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 28, 2008
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     | 4,692 views

    We, as a church, are the body of Christ. Are we functioning as we should?

    THE BODY OF CHRIST 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 INTRO: The producers of our church literature are always anxious to receive evaluations of their product by those using them. Some is good, some bad. One comment was: "Why all this talk about the Body of Christ in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    51. Christ's Three-Fold Office Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 8, 2018
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     | 5,690 views

    Jesus is the realized embodiment of these three functions of Prophet, Priest and King

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE 51 – CHRIST’S THREE-FOLD OFFICE] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Filthy Vessel

    Contributed by Kayode Omotoso on May 18, 2016
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    The vessel of the Lord must separate from evil to be functional and effective.

    In the early part of the book of first Samuel, we read of the various leadership gaffes of the children of Eli - how they plundered the offerings of God, laid with the women at the tabernacle of the congregation and caused the people to transgress the laws of God. Despite the reproof and warning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rain Made Us Drunk

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 9, 2014
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    To show that the HOLY SPIRIT's function and part in our bearing fruit.

    I. EXORDIUM: Who made us drunk? the HOLY SPIRIT II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the HOLY SPIRIT's function and part in our bearing fruit. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 6:7 (Amplified Bible) 6:7 For the soil which has drunk the rain that repeatedly falls upon it and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rain Made Us Drunk

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 14, 2014
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     | 2,879 views

    To show that the HOLY SPIRIT's function and part in our bearing fruit.

    I. EXORDIUM: Who made us drunk? the HOLY SPIRIT II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the HOLY SPIRIT's function and part in our bearing fruit. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 6:7 (Amplified Bible) 6:7 For the soil which has drunk the rain that repeatedly falls upon it and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lamb Of God

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 16, 2020
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     | 2,950 views

    Our function as a follower of Christ Jesus is to point the way to the Savior.

    Lamb of God John 1: 29 - 36 Intro: You will recall that during Story Time this morning I talked about the nursery rhyme, “Mary Had A Little Lamb.” It is believed that the rhyme was developed in England as a way to teach children about Jesus. That’s not a bad thing as long as we remember that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Healthy Bodies Pt 6 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018
     | 3,267 views

    This is the last message in the series of messages exploring the nature and function of the church.

    “HEALTHY BODY Part 6” “Critically Connected” We have been exploring the three essential principles of how God designed the body of Christ to function. The principle of diversity The principle of unity The principle of mutuality We have so far considered specific relational commands associated ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    What Does True Mission/Ministry Look Like? Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 27, 2013
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    The fourth function of the church is to be 'on mission' and 'in ministry' for Christ!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: April 25, 2013 Date Preached: April 28, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: The Five Functions of the Church Sermon Title: What Does True Mission/Ministry Look Like? Sermon Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 [NLT] Introduction: 1Therefore, since we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What The Body Of Christ Needs

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 11, 2003
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    Using the metaphor of a body, I believe that for this church to function properly as Christ would have it function, as well as each us individually, there are certain body parts that ALL of us must possess.

    WHAT THE BODY OF CHRIST NEEDS I CORINTHIANS 12:12-18 INTRODUCTION: Throughout the New Testament the church is likened to a physical body made up of many members each functioning in a different capacity but all being part of the same unity and working together for the proper functioning and benefit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Healthy Body = A Healthy Team Series

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on May 25, 2015
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    Having a body that functions effectively is an indication that you are healthy, you have a healthy body. Having a team that functions the way God has designed the body of Christ is an indication of a healthy team.

    In scripture God often uses natural things to help us understand spiritual things. In 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 to help us better understand how God wants the church to operate, He likens the body of Christ; the church to the human body. Understanding the makeup or the composition of the human body, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Being Salt Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 31, 2023
     | 1,352 views

    Immediately following the Beatitudes, Jesus turned the instruction from character qualities of his followers to their function in the world as salt and light. Matthew 5:13 warns about failing to function as salt.

    Intro We have found in our study of the Beatitudes that a certain kind of person is blessed (approved and favored by God). This follower of Christ has the same characteristics developed in him that we see in Christ. He is poor in spirit, mournful of anything that does not glorify God, meek, etc. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The 3 R's Of The Church

    Contributed by Dan Steadman on Feb 14, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,986 views

    This sermon outlines the three primary functions of the Church:Reconciliation, Rejoicing, and Reproduction.

    Jn 3:16-21, Acts 2:41-47 THE THREE R’S OF THE CHURCH Why does the church exist? You may have many answers to that question, but what does God think? Let’s look at His answer. It can easily be summed up in one word: RELATIONSHIP. Relationships are definitely number ONE with God. To make it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Addicted To The Ministry

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 22, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,826 views

    What does a functioning ministry team look like? See the characteristics...

    October 21, 2001 13Be on guard. Stand true to what you believe. Be courageous. Be strong. 14And everything you do must be done with love. 15You know that Stephanas and his household were the first to become Christians in Greece,and they are spending their lives in service to other Christians. I ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Unstoppable Vision Series

    Contributed by Chip Kelly on Mar 14, 2009
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     | 7,869 views

    When the church has crystal clear vision and is functioning properly, it is UNSTOPPABLE.

    UNSTOPPABLE #1 - “Unstoppable Vision” When I was a kid a curious thing would happen to me on some Sunday ams. A strange illness would strike. I disliked church so much that I’d fake sick to try to get out of going. I learned this from my 5 older brothers & sisters who were Sunday Syndrome ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thanksgiving, Praise & Worship

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jul 24, 2002
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     | 30,854 views

    This is an examination of these three functions of the Church, how they differ and the importance operating in them.

    Thanksgiving, Praise & Worship Pastor Bob Ashcraft July 14, 2002 (RealAudio Help) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- INTRODUCTION: § These are different words used in scripture with different meanings and specific purposes § ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational