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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Embracing The Kingdom Focused Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 23, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,321 views

    Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books "The Kingdom Focused Church" and "Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s "Simple Church."

    THE KINGDOM FOCUSED CHURCH Embracing the Kingdom Focused Church Philippians 3:7-20 > The – Kingdom – Focused – Church. Think about those 4 words for a second. Each word has significant meaning. > The – An article denoting specific, distinctive nature. It identifies something which is special, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,385 views

    This sermon explores the role of the church as a unifying force and its responsibility as the pillar and foundation of truth in society.

    Good morning, family! What a joy to be here with you all again. You know, as we gather here, week after week, I often find myself reflecting on the power of our shared faith and the strength of our community. We're not just a collection of individuals, but a church, bound together by our belief in ...read more

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    Are We Ready For What Is Next?

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 19, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,790 views

    A sermon following a great community wide crusade and instilling in our church the need to be ready for what comes after great revival

    Sermon Brief Date Written: May 4, 2007 Date Preached: May 6, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Title: Are We Ready for What is Next? Sermon Text: Matthew 25:14-30 Introduction: The torrential rains had been pouring down for 6 straight days and the river had hit and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chuck Brooks avatar

    His Own Special People - Part 2

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 2, 2020
     | 2,851 views

    There must be growth in the life of one who professes Christ as their Savior.

    (1 Pet 2:9 NKJV) But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; (1 Pet 2:10 NKJV) who once were not a people but are now the people of God, who had not ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Signs Of A Strong Church Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Sep 14, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 15,742 views

    A sermon examining the qualities of a strong church.

    SIGNS OF A STRONG CHURCH II Thessalonians 1:1-4 You may be surprised to learn that America is one of the top 4 largest "un-churched" nations in the world. Each year between 3,500 & 4000 churches close their doors forever, while only 1,000 to 1,500 new ones are started in the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church That Wins Its World Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 18, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,013 views

    Acts 2 describes the qualities that allowed the early church to reach its world for Christ.

    1. Illus. of my grandson Michael • Not quite a year old. • Didn’t get to see him last weekend. • He has grown 6 inches and gained a hundred pounds! • Not really, but it seems like it! • But that is what you want! Babies are supposed to grow! 2. I want to talk to you today about growing churches. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    The First Christians Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jun 28, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,803 views

    This sermon looks at three characteristics of the church in Antioch that teach us about church growth.

    The First Christians Acts 11:19-29 June 30, 2002 Intro: A. [illustration] John Bisagno former Pastor of Houston’s First Baptist Church tells the story of his coming there to candidate for the position of pastor many years ago. He said that as he entered the auditorium it was dimly lit, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Prayer Vitamin Series

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 111 ratings
     | 11,698 views

    This is the first in a series of short sermons on Spritual Growth that I preached at Wednesday Prayer Meetings.

    Spiritual Growth and Fitness Prayer 2 Peter 3:10-18 Text 2 Peter 3:18 Paul says that we are to grow in Grace. There are three essential things for a person to grow up healthy. (we want to be healthy, don’t we?) (Ask) Food Exercise Rest Over the next few weeks we are going to study the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cultivating A Culture Of Change

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 15, 2013
     | 7,003 views

    A sermon that examines the necessity of change for growth.

    “Cultivating a Culture of Change” Acts 2:41,47, 4:4, 5:14, 6:1 Acts 2:41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 2:47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unity In The Community

    Contributed by John Johnson on Nov 9, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 21,944 views

    The greatest danger facing the church today is an attack on the authority of the Word of God. When the church comes together in unity, the spirit of God is poured out in abundance.

    The greatest danger facing the church today is an attack on the authority of the Word of God. There has become a gentle coldness and indifference to biblical truth and God’s standards of righteousness. We want to live like we want to live, we want to act like we want to act, we want to do what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Connected: Looking For Life-Change Series

    Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Nov 12, 2008
     | 3,164 views

    Part 2 of 4 - Teaching series on Small Groups at NewSong

    “Connected” Part 2 – Connected for Life-Change NewSong Church – 09/21/08 To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THIS SERIES. The Need to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Devil’s Nightmare

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 22, 2015
     | 8,217 views

    The devil's worst nightmare is that believers actually start being the church Jesus declared they were capable of being: Overcomers, decisive witnesses, going after the lost, living the victorious life of joy and peace.

    THE DEVIL’S NIGHTMARE Matt. 16:17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Cajun Magic Trick 1. Thibodeaux and Boudreaux entered a chocolate store. As they were looking at the candy, Thibodeaux stole 3 chocolate bars. When they left the store Thibodeaux said to Boudreaux, "I'm the best thief, I stole 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Satan’s Plan To Destroy Our Church

    Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,741 views

    Satan uses subtle techniques to destroy the Church.

    Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Thesis: Satan uses subtle techniques to destroy the Church. Intro.: 1. Satan is trying to destroy our church! a. Not by false teaching (know Bible too well); not by persecution (it would only make us stronger). b. His techniques are subtle (1 Pet. 5:8; ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    God Abides In Small Places

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 21, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,750 views

    When trying to start a new church, we often think we should send church planters to the largest populated areas. However, both John the Baptist and Jesus preached in the wilderness, and people came to them where they were!

    I have entitled our message for this evening, “God Abides in Small Places.” Abide means, to dwell and to continue in a place. The Lord can be found abiding – and alive and well – in small places; and it is very important for us to be reminded of this fact because of America’s belief that “bigger ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Get Out While You Can Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 12, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,919 views

    A study of the Gospel of Mark 4: 30 – 32

    Mark 4: 30 – 32 Get Out While You Can 30 Then He said, “To what shall we liken the kingdom of God? Or with what parable shall we picture it? 31 It is like a mustard seed which, when it is sown on the ground, is smaller than all the seeds on earth; 32 but when it is sown, it grows up ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel