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Turning Outsiders Into Insiders

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 25, 2003

based on 54 ratings

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Becoming a part of a new church is about developing an entirely new network of relationships and emotional connections. That’s a big step for people; they move into it cautiously, especially those who have been disappointed by churches in the past.

Today, I want you all to put yourselves into the shoes of an unchurched visitor to (insert the name of your church). Becoming a part of a new church is about developing an entirely new network of relationships and emotional connections. That’s a big step for people; they move into it cautiously, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25, Hebrews 10:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Nest Egg That Hatched

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 1, 2005

based on 16 ratings

| 2,983 views

The story of Ananias and Sapphira teaches a lesson on the righteousness of God’s people, the reality of God’s Presence, and the reassurance of God’s power.

The Nest Egg that Hatched Acts 5:1-11 INTRO.: My Grandmother kept chickens and she would put a plaster egg in the nests of her hens. She claimed it encouraged the hens to lay their eggs in the proper place. She also had an incubator, but she never put a nest egg in the incubator because she never ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep On, Keeping On Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jul 1, 2005

based on 20 ratings

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In Ezra chapter 4, the work of the Church (Temple) came to a standstill. 15 years later, in Ezra chapter 5, we see that the people are recommited to building His Church (Temple).

Introduction 1. “I Give Up”… • That’s a phrase that we use when all hope is gone… • We throw up our hands… • And we surrender… • We give up… • In boxing, they would “throw in the towel”… • Meaning that their boxer has had enough… • And he would fight no more… • In warfare, one side might see that ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 5:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Understanding The Passion And Plight Of Pastors Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 6, 2005

based on 19 ratings

| 6,080 views

Pastor are not perfect, yet they are often expected to walk a thin line between love and conviction, heart and mind, between right and wrong. This places pastor firmly between the title of today’s message. Pastoring is then either a plight or a passion.

UNDERSTANDING THE PASSION AND PLIGHT OF PASTORS 1 Corinthians 4:14-21 INTRODUCTION: Pastoral ministry is often a precarious ministry. Many times pastors walk into or are called to situations, which are delicate and or sensitive in nature. Often, pastor are misconstrued, misquoted, and roasted. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 4,749 views

A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for the threefold purpose of leading the Church in: Evangelization of the world. Mark 16 15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospe

A divinely called and scripturally ordained ministry has been provided by our Lord for the threefold purpose of leading the Church in: Evangelization of the world. Mark 16 15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. 16 He that believeth and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mustard Seed

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 22, 2005

based on 18 ratings

| 9,799 views

In the parable of the Mustard Seed, Jesus predicts the growth of the Church from small beginnings - from Israel to Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the world

NR 24-07-05 Story: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. They set up their tent and fell asleep. Some hours later, Holmes woke his faithful friend. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see." Watson replied, "I see millions of stars." "What does that tell you?" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52

Denomination: Anglican

El Poder Del Desafío

Contributed by Fernando Ocampo on Aug 2, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 58,087 views

El desafío que Jesús nos presenta requiere personas ordinarias para un trabajo extraordinario.

EL PODER DEL DESAFÍO Mateo 14:13-21 Introducción: Quizás usted haya escuchado sobre el poder de las palabras. O a lo mejor haya escuchado de la energía positiva. O del poder del pensamiento positivo. Muchas personas andan en busca de todo lo que es positivo puesto que esto les sirve de estímulo ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Me Comprometo A Encontrar Mi Lugar De Servicio- Parte 3 Series

Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Mar 13, 2006

based on 19 ratings

| 6,211 views

Como cristianos es difícil recordar que ser parte de la congregación no se trata de cómo la iglesia nos debe cumplir nuestros deseos. La cultura en que vivimos nos ha entrenado a ser consumidores profesionales y se nos hace muy difícil dejar esa mentalid

Me Comprometo A… …Encontrar Mi Lugar De Servicio Efesios 2:19 “19Por lo tanto, ustedes ya no son extraños ni extranjeros, sino conciudadanos de los santos y miembros de la familia de Dios” (NVI) Como cristianos es difícil recordar que ser parte de la congregación no se trata de cómo la iglesia nos ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pursuing Excellence Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 15, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 4,411 views

This topic looks at the idea that the church needs to do things with excellence, not perfection, but to the best of our abilities.

Pursuing Excellence Henry Kissinger in, “The Whitehouse Years” The battle rages between excellence and mediocrity Oscar Wilde quote Excellence is important to the future of the church Its relationship to evangelism Inspiration to “come and see” Antonius Stradivarius Tom Peters, “In Search of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Me Comprometo A Dar Generosamente- Parte 4 Series

Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Mar 21, 2006

based on 6 ratings

| 3,013 views

El día de hoy quiero compartir 5 razones por las cuales Faro A Las Naciones debe sobresalir en la gracia de dar.

Me Comprometo A… Dar Generosamente Efesios 2:19 “19Por lo tanto, ustedes ya no son extraños ni extranjeros, sino conciudadanos de los santos y miembros de la familia de Dios” (NVI) Cuando vemos que la iglesia esta creciendo, los ministerios se están expandiendo y estamos logrando muchas cosas para ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Avivados Por La Palabra

Contributed by José Soto on Mar 29, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Suele oírse mucho hoy entre los bautistas: “necesitamos un avivamiento”, pero ¿porqué es que no llega? ¿qué falta para lograrlo? Estoy convencido que la respuesta se halla en el capítulo 34 de Crónicas.

Avivados por la Palabra II Crónicas 34.8-31 INTRODUCCIÓN Suele oírse mucho hoy entre los bautistas: “necesitamos un avivamiento”, pero ¿porqué es que no llega? ¿qué falta para lograrlo? Estoy convencido que la respuesta se halla en el capítulo 34 de Crónicas. La experiencia vivida por el Rey ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:8-31

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed By The Book Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Apr 1, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 3,559 views

Introduction of a series

Blessed by the Book - The Revelation of Jesus Christ Revelation 1 The intent of this applied research project is to take an overview of the first three chapters of the book of Revelation, specifically to look at the letters written to the early church. In these chapters, we see messages to real, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Identify An Abuser Of Authority

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2006

based on 9 ratings

| 3,008 views

Let us identify twenty of the characteristics of abusers of the truth, their positions of authority and their opportunities

How to Identify an Abuser of Authority (2 Cor 11:12-20) "I would die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money grubbing preachers vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch - pseudo apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Case Of Reason Impartially Considered

Contributed by John Wesley on Apr 4, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 3,344 views

It is the true remark of an eminent man, who had made many observations on human nature, "If reason be against a man, a man will always be against reason." This has been confirmed by the experience of all ages. Very many have been the instances of it in

"Brethren, be not children in understanding: Howbeit in malice be ye children, but in understanding be men." 1 Corinthians 14:20 1. It is the true remark of an eminent man, who had made many observations on human nature, "If reason be against a man, a man will always be against reason." This has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:20-21

Denomination: Methodist

Catholic Spirit

Contributed by John Wesley on Apr 4, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 6,991 views

"And when he was departed thence, he lighted on Jehonadab the son of Rechab coming to meet him, and he saluted him, and said to him, Is thine heart right, as my heart is with thy heart? And Jehonadab answered: It is. If it be, give me thine hand." 2 Kin

"And when he was departed thence, he lighted on Jehonadab the son of Rechab coming to meet him, and he saluted him, and said to him, Is thine heart right, as my heart is with thy heart? And Jehonadab answered: It is. If it be, give me thine hand." 2 Kings 10:15 I. Let us consider the question ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 10:15

Denomination: Methodist

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