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Wow Worship! Series

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Oct 4, 2002

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# 1 From series "The Six Pillars of a Powerful Church."

“The Six Pillars of a Powerful Church” WOW Worship!!! John 4:19-26 Today we continue our look at the six pillars that make a church powerful and effective. Pillar number two is WORSHIP… Unfortunately in thousands of years society still has not gotten the idea of authentic worship down. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Approach To Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Massey on Oct 5, 2002

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We all know that worship is important, both to us and to God. This psalm is believed to have been written after the ark was carried to Jerusalem. The question is asked "who can approach the Lord?" This psalm lists three conditions that we need to remem

THE APPROACH TO WORSHIP Psalms 24 Some time ago, for our Wednesday night Bible studies, we covered a course on the church. Some of you were here and perhaps you remember that I passed out a sheet of paper with a list of various missions/functions of the church, including such things as evangelism, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Challenge Of Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Massey on Oct 5, 2002

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Worship will always challenge us. We can not stand in the holy presence of God and not feel His challenge. This text shares three ways in which we are challenged when we worship.

THE CHALLENGE OF WORSHIP Genesis 22:1-19 Famous researcher, George Barna recently conducted a survey on worship in American churches. He had some very interesting things to say, so let me share just a couple of them with you. “Worship is a non-negotiable obligation and privilege of every ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Church In Jerusalem

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 7, 2002

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We can learn what kind of church Jesus wants us to be by looking at the distinctive identifying marks of the church in Jerusalem.

THE CHURCH IN JERUSALEM Acts 6:7 INTRO. The verse we have just read is an excellent description of the church in Jerusalem. That church was the hottest church in the New Testament...or since. They were the poorest church (Paul took offerings from other churches to support them) and yet they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:7

Denomination: Baptist

Share Responsibility Of The Church Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 7, 2002

based on 57 ratings

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A member of the church will share the responsibilities of the church

Sermon for 8/20/2000 Share Responsibility of the Church of Christ, Vinton Introduction: A. If a church succeeds, who is responsible? Talk about God. B. If a church fails and closes its doors, who is responsible? The people. C. Isn’t that interesting! How do people fit into the successful ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24, Colossians 4:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Expected Of Members In God's Church?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 7, 2002

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The outline for a series on what is expected of members in the church?

Mount Airy Church Membership Sermon Series 1. What is required to be a part of the Body of Christ? 1. Must be saved (Mark 16:16) and born again (John 3:3, 5) * Steps to be saved and born again a. Believe (John 3:18) b. Repent (2 Corinthians 7:10) c. Confess (Romans 10:9-10) d. Be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8, 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

El Servicio Fiel Que Dios Espera

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Oct 10, 2002

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Comprender que Dios espera de nosotros fidelidad a traves de las circunstancia en que estamos viviendo.

EL SERVICIO FIEL QUE DIOS ESPERA” 2 Reyes 5:1-3, 8) Naamán, general del ejército del rey de Siria, era varón grande delante de su señor, y lo tenía en alta estima, porque por medio de él había dado Jehová salvación a Siria. Era este hombre valeroso en extremo, pero leproso. 2Y de Siria habían ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You And The Church

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Oct 11, 2002

based on 31 ratings

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God’s purpose and design for church and church growth

Before I begin this mornings sermon I have an announcement to make regarding next Sunday. To make it possible for everyone to attend church next Sunday, we are going to have a special "No Excuse Sunday." Cots will be placed in the foyer for those who say, "Sunday is my only day to sleep in." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-28, Acts 16:55

Denomination: United Methodist

The Nature Of The Church

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Oct 14, 2002

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An expository sermon designed to show the true nature and character of the Church as Jesus designed it.

THE NATURE OF THE CHURCH Matthew 16:18 INTRODUCTION: One Sunday morning a stranger wandered into a small country church in the middle of the sermon. The man was unkempt and dirty, and clearly smelled of alcohol. The usher tried his best to seat him off in a far corner but instead the man walked to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pastor's Appreciation Day

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Oct 17, 2002

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Knowing how to demonstrate our appreciation toward our Pastor in a Biblical way.

PASTOR’S APPRECIATION DAY THE BLESSINGS OF FULFILLING THE MINISTERIAL PURPOSES HEB. 13:17 INTRO: What is the Biblical concept relating to the Pastor? Because of the times in which we live in, we need to see the ministry of the Pastor in the Biblical approach. Many of God’s people have a wrong ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17, Hebrews 13:7, Hebrews 13:7-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Church 101 - What The Church Is Good For

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 17, 2002

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why we are the church here today

Church 101: What the church is good for. John 20:19-23 Last Monday, I had the opportunity to visit Westminster Abbey out in Mission. It is situated in a beautiful location, high atop a hill. And the steeple of the building, it soared to the skies and when you walk in you are quickly impressed by ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Don't Mess With The Message Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 30, 2002

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We are to proclaim the good news as it is.

DON’T MESS WITH THE MESSAGE Galatians 1:1-9 S: Gospel Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: WE ARE TO PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS AS IT IS. ?: How? KW: Responses TS: We will find in Galatians 1:1-9, three responses we can have to the good news. The _____ response one can have to the good news is… I. DELIGHT ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A God-Blessed Church

Contributed by Gary Shockley on May 1, 2002

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What are the qualities and characteristics of a church God is searching for and blesses

The Church God Blesses- Part One Cornerstone Church Rev. Gary A. Shockley, Pastor March 10, 2002 I believe that God communicates with us in many different ways—but the primary way God speaks to us is through His written word—the Bible. One morning this week as I was reading from the Bible I came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Methodist

A God-Blessed Church:part 2 Series

Contributed by Gary Shockley on May 1, 2002

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What are the qualities and characteristics of a church God is seeking to bless?

The Church God Blesses: Part Two Cornerstone Church Rev. Gary A. Shockley March 17, 2002 “The eyes of the Lord search the whole earth in order to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him.” (2 Chronicles 16:9) There are churches all over the world. Some have been around a long, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9, Philippians 2:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Getting Out Of The Rut

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 8, 2002

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Sometimes, we just need to get out of our spiritual ruts so that we can get on with God’s work.

INTRODUCTION Have you ever felt as if you were in a rut? About two years ago, my brother,daughter and I went hiking on the Appalachian Trail on the North Carolina, Tennessee border. It is an area called the Bald Mountains because you actually walk over the tops of the mountains. It is grasslands ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

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