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  • Jason Cole avatar

    I Will Be A Servant In The Church Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007
    based on 45 ratings
     | 9,268 views

    I preached this sermon at the oridnation of three deacons, but directed more as a charge to the church to be servants as well. We are all called to serve and sometimes we need to take off our bibs and put on our aprons.

    “I Will Be A Servant in the Church” Introduction: Today, we have ordained three men into the position of deacon. Many times as events like this take place we fail to catch and see the meaning of what is taking place. First of all, it is important that we understand that word “ordain” simple ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Heart Transplant

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 21, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,930 views

    God works in our lives much as a surgeon does in our bodies: cleansing thoroughly of old idolatries, assisting us in the transition, and then giving us a new indwelling presence, that of Christ.

    I remember the corny old song that says, "They've gone just about as fur as they can go." And it seemed just about right, too, at one time. They've gone just about as fur as they can go, when airplanes were invented and we could soar as on eagle's wings. They've gone just about as fur as they can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Servants Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Nov 12, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,627 views

    Presents the offices of the church and the roles of the members.

    Introduction Sometimes in studying God’s Word you find a nugget of truth that really speaks to you. I found such a nugget in our passage. It is this: I am God’s gift to you! Now, before you take me to Walmart for a gift exchange, let’s go through this passage together and see if ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Mile Wide And An Inch Deep Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 14, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,282 views

    31st in a series on Ephesians. Paul gives Christians some instruction on how to avoid a faith with no depth.

    Artemus Ward, an early American humorist, once described the South Platte River in northeast Colorado as “a mile wide and an inch deep”. It would be a considerable river, he mused, if it were turned on its side. Unfortunately, Ward’s description of the South Platte River could just as easily be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temple Without Walls Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jul 28, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 21,792 views

    The holy place of Jesus Christ resides not in any building, cathedral, or historical site, the holy place of Jesus Christ resides in your heart.

    Stephen stands before the highest religious court in the land to answer charges of blasphemy against Moses and against God. This is the same court that Peter and John recently stood before and the same court Jesus recently stood before. All the same men are there who were at Jesus’ trial, all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Age Is Just A Number Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 22, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,848 views

    Joshua, Pt. 6

    YOUNG AT HEART (JOSH. 14:6-15) Three old ladies are sitting in a diner, chatting about various things. One lady says, “You know, I’m getting really forgetful. This morning, I was standing at the top of the stairs, and I couldn’t remember whether I had just come up or was about to go down.” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Altar Of Sacrifice

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,159 views

    Paul, Pt. 3

    THE ALTAR OF SACIFICE (ROMANS 12:1-2) Pete and Larry had not seen each other in many years. Now they had a long talk trying to fill in the gap of those years by telling about their lives. Finally Pete invited Larry to visit him in his new apartment. “I got a wife and three kids and I’d love to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Age Is Just A Number Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,630 views

    Joshua, Pt. 6

    AGE IS JUST A NUMBER (JOSHUA 14:6-15) Three old ladies are sitting in a diner, chatting about various things. One lady says, “You know, I'm getting really forgetful. This morning, I was standing at the top of the stairs, and I couldn't remember whether I had just come up or was about to go ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How To Fit In At Church

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 5, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,546 views

    “How do you fit in at church?” “Do you feel a part of our church?” “Are you part of the Body of Christ?” “Are you an active part of the community?" [Adaptable by adding your own church activities]

    HOW to FIT IN at CHURCH Acts 2:42-47, Others INTRODUCTION… How to Fit in at Almost Any Church (www.bluefishtv.com) (02:29) I. DEFINITION OF COMMUNITY (all definitions and such: Horton, Paul. Sociology. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1972. pgs 437-438) I would like to begin this morning with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christians And Politics

    Contributed by Jason Cole on May 20, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 29,932 views

    Many people have the mindset that politics and religion should not mix, but what exactly should Christians consider when voting? And What is a Christian’s role with the government?

    “Christians and Government” Introduction: On a talk show someone commented on the fact that both candidates for president have made their faith a paramount issue in their political debates. That commentator remarked, “What a person believes really shouldn’t matter because religion and politics ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stand Firm Against The Flesh Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018
     | 5,254 views

    Message 20 from Philippians. This continues exploring the admonition to stand firm. Stand firm against the flesh.

    “Stand Firm Against the Flesh” Paul addressed the important things around which to align our life that enables us to find joy no matter what in a letter written to followers of Jesus living in the Greek city called Philippi. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – A Passion to praise Christ 2. MAINTAIN THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Oh Boy! It's That Sermon Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 4, 2016
     | 9,160 views

    The key word today is “submission.” There, I said it. I started my sermon out by using a dirty word. Some of you might think it is a dirty word anyway. Let’s read the passage from Scripture that also uses the dirty word of the day.

    OH BOY, IT’S THAT SERMON 1 PETER 3:1-7 INTRODUCTION… Sermoncentral.com illustration contributed by Rob Morton There were three guys talking in the pub. Two of them are talking about the amount of control they have over their wives, while the third remained quiet. After a while one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Anointed To Speak

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Nov 9, 2012
     | 16,106 views

    Words are vehicles which can bring life, but they can also do a lot of harm. That is why our words must be in line with God’s Word. What we say can affect the eternal destiny of others. We are anointed to speak life and that places a responsibility on us

    Anointed To Speak SPEAK TO OTHERS If we live in the Spirit we need to walk in the Spirit. We need to be careful what we say. Words are vehicles which can bring life, but they can also do a lot of harm. That is why our words must be in line with God’s Word. Let your speech always be ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Quench Not The Spirit

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Feb 1, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,803 views

    I want to acknowledge that I gleaned information from many contributors here on Sermon Central as well as J. Lee Grady from which most of the information came from. Thank you all and please feel free to use this sermon to the Glory of God.

    Listen to the Women !!! 1 Peter 3:1 Likewise, ye wives, be in subjection to ( or FAITHFUL to ) your own husbands; Notes on 1 Peter 3:1 The word “subjection does not translate “under the authority of” here, it translates “faithful”. Ephesians 5:23 For the husband ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Birthday Of The Church: Past, Present, And Future

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 17, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,095 views

    The early church was born on this day and it fueled them to go out and conquer the world. It energized their Christian lives. It was a significant event that changed everyone. Let’s take a look at Pentecost Past, Pentecost Present, and Pentecost Future

    “Birthday of the Church: Past, Present, and Future” Acts 2:1-13 #Pentecost INTRODUCTION… Most Expensive Birthday Parties (http://www.lolwot.com/20-of-the-most-expensive-and-craziest-celebrity-birthday-parties-ever/) Birthdays are a time of celebration. For most of us birthdays ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ