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  • David Slone avatar

    Church On The Edge

    Contributed by David Slone on Mar 25, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,452 views

    A sermon encouraging our church to step out in faith and get off the edge. A message for a church that is sitting on the fence or a church that is ready to move into the direction God has called them.

    A church on the edge God’s relationship with us seems to be one of “edginess” of a risk taking journey- at least according to Scripture. it’s risky “to truly love” isn’t it? It’s risky to confess. It’s risky to forgive, it’s risky to truly care, it’s risky to surrender, confront, risky ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Discipline

    Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,582 views

    Sometimes a Church must discipline it’s members. The Bible gives us clear direction on handling this process.

    Church Discipline At one time or another, a church may need to exercise discipline against a member who has sinned. Church discipline must always be handled carefully and lovingly, just as God discipline us. The Bible is clear on how this is to be handled. Situation Unintentional or private sin ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We Are The Church Series

    Contributed by Bill Lyle on Oct 23, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,382 views

    A Study in First Peter

    I. The shift seems sudden, but the theme is the same. vss. 4-5 A. A shift from infants to stones vss. 2-3 verses vs. 4 The image changes but the theme is the same B. Notice the language: 1. Living stones vs. 4 (Christ) This is a paradox – stones have no life Adding the word living to this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Is The Church? Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,827 views

    This sermon views the church as a Fellowship, a Family, a Body, and a Flock.

    What Is The Church? “When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, ‘Who do men say that I, the son of man, am?’ So they said, ‘Some say John the Baptist, some Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.’ He said to them, ‘But who do you say that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    What Is The Church?

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,227 views

    biblical descriptions of the church

    Intro: what is the common thought associated with the word church. A steeple, pews, stain glass windows, pipe organ or hymnals. When Jesus said, I will build my church, what did he mean? Tonight, continuing on Bible basics, let’s explore the meaning and purpose of the church. What is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Hopkins avatar

    The Church At Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Oct 4, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,291 views

    What can we learn today from the Church at Ephesus, one of the seven churches in Revaltion2 -3 ?

    Many people are frightened by the book of Revelation, because it seems to be unintelligible. I hope that, if not tonight, by the end of this sermon series at Advent, you’ll see that not only is it reasonably easy, with some careful background reading (which I’ve done on your behalf), for ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Head Of The Church Series

    Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,808 views

    The forth in a nine part series of messages from the book of Colossians. Deals with Christ as the Head of the Church, particularly His pre-eminence

    Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Colossians 1:18-22 Title: The Head of the Church Date: August 4, 2002 Introduction: Often the question arises in the local church, “who is the head of the church?” That question has caused conflict in many churches because often times there are those within the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Aflame Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 9, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,613 views

    When our hearts are aflame for the Lord, we boldly proclaim without fear that Jesus saves, igniting the lives of others!

    Conversions in the Book of Acts> The Day of Pentecost--Acts chapter 2 “Church Aflame” Reading> 2:1-4, 36-41 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Pentecost set the church on fire! The occasion began as a Jewish festival occurring 50 days after Passover (the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Persecuted Church Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Nov 5, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 22,262 views

    This message was preached during a Month of Missions emphasis and illustrates the need for awareness among evangelicals regarding those who are being persecuted for their faith in Christ.

    Jesus, Hope of the Nations “The Persecuted Church” Month of Missions - 2003 Various Scripture Texts – © Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2003) John 15:20 (NIV) “Remember the words I spoke to you: ’No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also. If they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    Suffering For The Church

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 9, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,130 views

    Are we willing and able in this time of death ,to suffer for Jesus?

    Suffering for the Church 2nd Timothy 2:1-21 In a land of plenty, are we willing to suffer for Christ? There are many in the world that are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Donna Kazenske avatar

    The Church In Transition

    Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 11,968 views

    In a recent prayer meeting, I had a vision of a river flowing in one direction and suddenly the river made a U-turn and began flowing in the opposite direction. I then saw people who were previously in the river stepping out of the river at the turning po

    By: Donna J. Kazenske In a recent prayer meeting, I had a vision of a river flowing in one direction and suddenly the river made a U-turn and began flowing in the opposite direction. I then saw people who were previously in the river stepping out of the river at the turning point. I could see ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Uniqueness Of The Church

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 30, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 12,274 views

    There’s No Place Like The Church.

    THE UNIQUENESS OF THE CHURCH PSALMS 122:1 I. INTRODUCTION THE CHURCH, WITH ALL OF HER DIFFERENT AUXILERIES AND MINISTRIES, IS A UNIQUE ORGANISM THAT HAS NO PEERS. NO MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS, THERE IS NOTHING QUITE LIKE THE CHURCH IN ALL OF THE WORLD. EVEN WITH HER VARIOUS MAN MADE DOCTRINES, THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    The Ceo Of The Church Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 4, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,211 views

    Jesus gave a different self-portrait to each of the 4 churches addressed in Revelation 2.

    INTRODUCTION: On two occasions I have visited the White House and taken a tour of the downstairs rooms. One thing I remember is that the walls are lined with impressive portraits of all the Presidents. There have been 40 presidents in our 230-year history as a nation. But in the church’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jack Russell avatar

    The Church As Servant

    Contributed by Jack Russell on Feb 8, 2004
    based on 56 ratings
     | 15,763 views

    James and John had to be taught to rethink the definition of success. Do we need the same lesson?

    George W. Truett, a well-known pastor, was invited to dinner in the home of a very wealthy man in Texas. After the meal, the host led him to a place where they could get a good view of the surrounding area. Pointing to the oil wells punctuating the landscape, he boasted, “Twenty-five years ago I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Elliott Ivey avatar

    Church Etiquette

    Contributed by Elliott Ivey on May 20, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 26,006 views

    This sermon is designed to inspire and persuade the saints to act in holy and righteous ways, so that that the body of Christ can meet its ultimate destiny.

    Church Etiquette Luke 17:1-4 Thesis: As members of the body of Christ we must learn to understand, protect, rebuke, and forgive one another. Purpose: To inspire and persuade the saints to act in holy and righteous ways, so that the body of Christ can meet it ultimate ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist