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  • Michael Stover avatar

    Those Who Know God Must Not Love The World Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Mar 22, 2001
    based on 59 ratings
     | 3,688 views

    If we say we know God, our affections will be toward Him and what He loves.

    I. Family Distinctions (verses 12-14) Written in a poetic, repetitive form; probably for emphasis A. Little Children - teknion (tek-nee’-on) - An infant, that is, (plural figurative) darlings (Christian converts):—little children. 1. Denotes young converts 2. Also can be young children B. Fathers ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Working To Win

    Contributed by Ken Alford on Jan 5, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,880 views

    GOD’S SERVANTS NEED THE MARK OF MATURITY. Here are Three principles of godly service.

    May 21, 2000 -- AM WORKING TO WIN 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 INTRODUCTION: (1) Religion Today 5/15/2000 -- The new "Christian Wrestling Federation" features the slapping, snarling, and bone-rattling body slams without the vulgar language and sex. "We do all the kind of wrestling you see on TV, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Young At Heart

    Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 18, 2014
     | 5,143 views

    Jesus loves children and uses the children as an example of how to enter the kingdom of heaven.

    Walkin’ with Jesus: Young at Heart Scripture Text: Mark 10.13-16 INTRODUCTION Kids! They burp, …they toot, …they laugh, …they cry ~ …and some of us-adults wish that they’d just, grow-up already! TRANSITION There’s a part of me ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • David Owens avatar

    The Stages Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 26, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,601 views

    It is God's will for people to progress through the stages of discipleship from being spiritually dead, to being a spiritual infant, child, young adult, and parent. We must be able to assess where we are and where others are in the process so we all can grow to maturity.

    A. I like the story told of the little boy who was confused about something and said to his Bible class teacher: “There’s somethin’ I can’t figger out.” 1. The teacher said, “What is it, Joey?” 2. Joey said, “Well accordin’ to the Bible, the Children of Israel crossed the Red Sea, right?” a. “ ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lip Syncing Christians

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 24, 2019
     | 14,176 views

    Most Christians know what to say and how to say it. But very few are willing to act on what the Bible says.

    Say this with me: “God is good. All the time. To me!” Amen! How many of you remember Milli Vanilli, the R&B duo from Munich, Germany? Founded in 1988, the group’s debut album Girl You Know It’s True achieved international success and earned them a Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1990. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Shall We Be One?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 9, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,082 views

    Truth separates so we need a scorecard and denominations until we are Raptured.

    We sing the songs of Zion saying that we are one in the Spirit and one in the Lord and while we are marching we are not divided all one body we, but in practice we are not. We sing the ideals and walk in the stark reality. Paul emphasizes in Ephesians 4:4-6 the unity and oneness of the Church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of A Missional Church Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020
     | 4,591 views

    We NEED each other to fulfill Christ’s mission. Therefore, our community of faith must be a PRIORITY in our lives.

    Marks Of A Missional Church Acts 2:42-47 When Amy and I were first married she worked at Brandon Hospital in Brandon, FL as a Unit Secretary on the Labor/Delivery floor. One of the things she and the other staff observed is what has been called the “lunar effect.” Every month when there was a full ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Consistent Discipline Series

    Contributed by David Beirne on May 1, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,739 views

    Use the principles to improve the consistency of your discipline in your home.

    Family Security: Consistently Discipline Hebrews 12:5-11 We come to our third message in this series. The springboard for this series was an acrostic I came across in some material by John Maxwell. If we want to build secure families, these six characteristics are essential. Six Characteristics of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Ready For Solid Food?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 18, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,376 views

    Sermon for the 6th Sunday after Epiphany

    1 Corinthians 3: 1 – 9 / Are You Ready For Solid Food? Intro: A group of tourists had stopped to visit in a rather picturesque village. They happened across an elderly man who was sitting on a bench in the town square. One of the tourists asked, “Were any great men born ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Being The Church In Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,323 views

    Christ is building His church through the ministry of His people.

    Being the Church In Christ Text: Eph. 4:11-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: A man called a pastor’s office at a church one day to inquire into membership in the church. He stated that he would not be able to get involved or anything, but he felt it was important to have some religious ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Church Leadership 101: The Pastor

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 20, 2025
     | 361 views

    Based on 1 Timothy 3:1-7 - Helps hearers understand the biblical qualifications for the pastor.

    “CHURCH LEADERSHIP 101: THE PASTOR” 1 Timothy 3:1-7 FBCF – 1/19/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – WELCOME ONLINE AUDIENCE I’m going to preach about preachers today. A preacher was walking down the street and came up to a young boy. The preacher asked him if he knew where the post office was. The boy said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Six Snapshots Of A Gospel Writer Series

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,001 views

    Photo albums contain snapshots of a person’s life…years may pass between one picture and the next. The Scriptures give us 6 snapshots of the life of John Mark, the Gospel writer.

    HE CAME TO SERVE AND TO SAVE Six Snapshots of a Gospel Writer Text: The Gospel According to Saint Mark Introduction: •Photo albums contain snapshots of a person’s life…years may pass between one picture and the next •Scriptures give us 6 snapshots of the life of John Mark •John is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken McKinley avatar

    Grow Up! Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 28, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,677 views

    We are to be growing in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior, and we are to be moving towards maturity in the faith. This sermon looks at this teaching more closely.

    Grow Up! Text: Ephesians 4:13-16 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Nostalgia is a powerful thing. Have you ever noticed that when some people talk about the past they refer to it as the “Good ole days?” TV commercials have picked up on this. I remember seeing the commercials for Life cereal where ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "Verbi Domini Minister” Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 21, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,609 views

    The Christian is called to give one, simple message to the unchurched. It is the gospel in its simplicity.

    “For I determined to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and Him crucified.” In his commentary on I Corinthians, Simon J. Kistemaker documents that in earlier centuries it was common for preachers of the gospel to write the letters, “V.D.M.” after their name. The letters stand for ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • David Owens avatar

    Right Perspectives For Healing Division Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 29, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,937 views

    In 1 Corinthians 3, Paul answers two questions - what divides a church, and what brings unity.

    Introduction: A. How many of you know what this is a picture of? Right – the Leaning Tower of Pisa. 1. It is the freestanding bell tower, of the cathedral of the Italian city of Pisa. 2. Construction began in 1173, and although the tower was intended to stand vertically straight, it began ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ