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  • N B avatar

    Skipping Church? Series

    Contributed by N B on Oct 13, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,480 views

    Is it really necessary to attend every service?

    SET UP: Let worship service come to an end wait 2-3 minutes(it will seem like a lifetime, also let your worship leader in on this plan), then come in carrying a cooler, golf clubs, fishing pole etc. Still here? I’ve been on vacation, need to catch up stuff at house, relax little, I’m sure you all ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You Are Maaavelous

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 14, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,085 views

    We get in ‘shape’ for God when we choose to accept ourselves as God’s greatest creation!

    (Take video camera, that is patched into TV and ‘shoot’ the audience. Take time to focus on 6 persons and tell them by name, “__________, you are maavelous!”) All of us are maavelous! All of us matter to God! All of us have a place of ministry in this church and in God’s Kingdom! (overhead 1)If ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Richard Tow avatar

    The Canopy Of God's Provision Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 10, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,383 views

    As the third in a series concerining our response to authority over our lives, this message discusses the guidance, protection, and blessing found in humble submission to authority.

    The Canopy of God’s Provision Submission to Human Authority (Part III) 3-10-02 In previous messages we have discussed: I.The Appointment of Human Authority Comes from God. II.All Human Authority is Limited in its Scope. III.Submission to Human Authority is NOT based upon our Respect for ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Shielded By Faith Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Oct 28, 2006
     | 5,093 views

    12th in a series on spiritual warfare. Now on the armor shield of faith

    Chico Alliance Church October 15, 2006 Pastor David Welch "Spiritually Aware, Alert, Armed and Aggressive" Pt 12 “Shielded by Faith” I. Be Aware II. Be Alert III. Be armed & aggressive A. Be fully empowered B. Be fully armed C. Stand firm – engage the enemy 1. Stand firm ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Part 8 Of 8 - The Holy Spirit And Church Series

    Contributed by Brad Lewis on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,068 views

    The baptism in the Holy Spirit is not just for Pentecostals.

    Church 101: A Beginners Guide to Church Part 8 – The Holy Spirit and Church The Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyers Journal printed the following questions actually asked of witnesses during trial lawyers: · The youngest son, the 20-year-old, how old is he? · Was it you or your younger brother ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Isn’t Sin Just A Little Mistake? Series

    Contributed by Carl Kolb on Dec 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,621 views

    First message in a series dealing with "church words." This message deals with the definition of sin.

    Today we’re beginning a seven part series called "Those Confusing Church Words." Most unchurched people have heard of some of these words but they have no idea what they really mean, or how they are affected by them, if they are affected by them at all. It might surprise some of you, but there ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One Body Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 15, 2008
     | 7,292 views

    This deals with the diversity of the parts of the body and how God has made each part of the body exactly the way He desires it to be. He put each part of the body where he wanted it

    Introduction: Imagine the Master Carpenter’s tools holding a conference: Brother Hammer presides, but several suggest he leave the meeting because he is too noisy. Brother Hammer replies, “If I have to leave this shop, Brother Screwdriver must go also. You have to turn him around again and again ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Should We Expect From Church Leaders? Series

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 25, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,019 views

    Leaders in the church must know their spiritual gifts, and how to use them effectively for the kingdom. #2 of 5.

    Title: What Should We Expect From Church Leaders? Series: Discovering God’s Special Gifts Text: Ephesians 4:11-16 Theme: Leaders in the church must know their spiritual gifts, and how to use them effectively for the kingdom. Introduction - Define Reality Max DePree gets to the heart of things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Carry The Light – Session 1

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on Feb 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,852 views

    Described by Christ as the "light of the world", how are we - his disciples and body on earth - doing at the start of 2008? Actually, we suck pretty badly, if what the latest study shows is true...

    Carry the Light – Session 1 Being the Light of the World Matthew 5:14-16 Described by Christ as the "light of the world", how are we - his disciples and body on earth - doing at the start of 2008? Actually, we suck pretty badly, if what the latest study shows is true... A report by The Barna ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Get Ready For Something New Series

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Mar 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,152 views

    There is value in both the old and the new and one should not be destroyed or lost for the other.

    Get ready for something new Luke 5:36-39 I am slow to throw out an old pair of shoes. It usually takes my feet getting wet a few times for me to come to my senses. I used to get shoes resoled when it was possible, because I like the comfort of broken in leather. Stiff shoes are a pain, but I ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Being God's Church

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,247 views

    As God’s Church we gather together to worship God as his people; to remember Jesus’ death on the cross on our behalf; to build one another up; to stir one another up to love and good works; and to encourage one another to persevere to the end.

    What does it mean to be God’s Church? That is, God’s people, literally ’called out’ of the world. Why should we meet regularly with other believers in this place? What do we think we’re doing when we gather here Sunday after Sunday? Perhaps you’ve never really stopped to think about those sorts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Call, A Gospel, & A Task Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 31, 2011
    based on 74 ratings
     | 50,090 views

    In Paul’s initial address in the letter he seeks to establish who he is & what he is about. He is God’s man & everything he is & does revolves around God

    ROMANS 1: 1-7 "A CALL, A GOSPEL, AND A TASK" In the preface to his commentary on Paul’s letter to the Romans, Martin Luther wrote: "This letter is truly the most important piece in the New Testament. It is purest Gospel. It is well worth a Christian’s while not only to memorize it word for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Jesus, The Son Of God Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,990 views

    Who is Jesus?” His answer is that Jesus is both fully the son of God and fully human, the son of Man. Throughout the Gospel these terms are used and you find the humanity of Jesus portrayed and then next the divinity of Jesus. So from the earliest time in

    Jesus, The Son of God Mark 1:1-13 Just a few months ago, we celebrated the birth of Jesus but Mark doesn’t begin the story of Jesus there. Instead, he says the beginning of the Gospel is with Jesus’ baptism. He starts 30 years in the future from Jesus’ birth and so that’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    God's Committed Community Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 28, 2008
    based on 96 ratings
     | 71,987 views

    A sermon preached at the 60th anniversary of Burlingame Federated Church. This sermon is composed of highlights from my series "Committed Community."

    God’s Committed Community Today we have come together for a historical event. This church – Burlingame Federated Church – BFC - is celebrating its sixtieth anniversary. What we are coming together to celebrate is not the anniversary of this building – because this building is more than sixty ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heavenly Sunlight Series

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on May 29, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,052 views

    This is our final hymn in the series Hymns You Love Heavenly Sunlight is an amazing hymn that brings us joy Joy in the fact that as we bask in the light from heaven we can truly be blessed with joy beyond measure

    This is our final hymn in the series Hymns You Love Heavenly Sunlight is an amazing hymn that brings us joy Joy in the fact that as we bask in the light from heaven we can truly be blessed with joy beyond measure This sunlight floods our soul with glory divine Hallelujah I am rejoicing, singing His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist