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  • Curtis E. Nester avatar

    The First Persecution Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 30, 2016
     | 4,818 views

    The church persecuted by the world, but is triumphant

    SERIES: Adventures in Acts 004 TITLE: The First Persecution of the Church TEXT: Acts 4:1-12 INTRO: After the Holy Spirit came upon the disciples at the Feast of Pentecost, Peter preached his first sermon and 3,000 people were saved. Following that, he and John healed a man who had been lame from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Driven Into The World Series

    Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 30, 2016
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     | 6,255 views

    The church at Jerusalem is driven into the world as result of persecution and carries the Gospel everywhere.

    SERIES: Adventures in Acts 008 TITLE: The Church Driven into the World TEXT: Acts 8:1-25 INTRO: After His resurrection, Jesus had told His Disciples, "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Meaning Of Church Membership

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Jun 3, 2016
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     | 9,435 views

    “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God.

    THE MEANING OF CHURCH MEMBERSHIP I Corinthians 12:12-27 “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Fresh (New) Church

    Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Nov 17, 2017
     | 8,001 views

    With the current generation and its notion to question everything including the existence of God, we need to FRESHEN up our Bible Knowledge for the LORD told us that it would be profitable for teaching and defending

    Many nowadays would tell you that CHURCHES are a thing of the past; and that they are OBSOLETE; that they have outlived their purpose. Let us read from Hebrews before we go any further. Hebrews 10:19-25 A REFRESHED CHURCH has a REFRESHED PERSPECTIVE. What do I mean by that? Some of the ...read more

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    Pattern For Conduct In The Church Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 1, 2017
     | 11,332 views

    When Paul and John Mark had a falling out, the dispute was so sharp that each man took a new assistant and traveled in a different direction; Barnabas took Mark and sailed to Cyprus, and Paul chose Silas and departed for Cilicia.

    Capernaum Lesson: Pattern for Conduct in the Church Matthew 18:15-20 In Matthew 18:15-20, Jesus gave His procedure for dealing with people problems that arise within a church. There is no perfect church, because there are no perfect people. I heard a man say one time, “I wouldn’t belong to any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Abraham Obadare avatar

    Letter To The Church In Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 2,060 views

    Do not lose sight of Jesus, your first love. You cannot serve two masters

    1. Who is addressing the church? He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: 2. Their Deeds/works: Persevere, work hard, does not tolerate evil people, endure for Christ’s sake, never grows weary, maintained doctrinal integrity and exposed ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Smyrna

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 1,953 views

    Jesus recognizes the Smyrna church as rich in faith, though they are poor in materials and face tribulations

    Who is addressing the church? The First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life (2:8; Isa. 48:12). As the First, He made all things. As the Last, He will judge all things. Their Deeds/works: “I know your works, tribulation, and poverty (but you are rich); and I know the blasphemy of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Thyatira Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 2,161 views

    The Thyatira church has love for Jesus and faith in Him, but they also tolerate the doctrines of Jezebel. Repentance is needed

    With twelve (12) verses, this letter to the church of Thyatira is the longest of the seven written to the churches. Background: Thyatira was a city specialized in dyeing. Lydia, the purple seller (Acts 16:14) came from there and people primarily worshiped the sun god (Apollo) there. Who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Philadelphia Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
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     | 2,275 views

    Philadelphia church is a perfect one before the Lord; they need to continue to fast to faith in Christ

    The Philadelphia church received a comforting and encouraging letter from Jesus Christ, because she please Him. Smyrna church is another one that received this type of commendation among all other churches. Philadelphia church was one that pleased the Lord even though she was in an idolatrous ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Laodicea Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 3,441 views

    Laodicea is a lukewarm church that needs to repent, to avoid Jesus spitting her out. Any lukewarm Christian will be rejected by Christ. Repent now.

    Who is addressing the church? “… the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation.” (vs. 14) Their Deeds/works: “… you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other!” (vs. 15) Their Offenses: 1. “So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold— … (vs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Revelation: The Loveless Church Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Sep 11, 2021
     | 3,180 views

    The message to the church at Ephesus teaches us the importance of having both truth and love.

    Revelation: The Loveless Church Revelation 2:1-7 Introduction A dear friend of mine works for a company that mines salt. He has given me a few gifts related to salt. One is this salt crystal that he brought back from a deep mine in Louisianna. Another is a New York Times Bestseller by Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Josh Brown avatar

    The Role Of A Church Member Series

    Contributed by Josh Brown on Oct 9, 2021
     | 6,374 views

    The Church is made up of attendees, volunteers and leaders and each role is vital to the health of the church body. It is important to understand how each of these roles are called to serve within the church.

    Introduction Welcome everyone! I hope your week has been well. It’s good to be with you on this fine morning. Today, we’re wrapping up a series where we are looking at the different roles within in the church. Next week, we’re going to kick off a new series on the After Life. We all have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    End Church Corruption

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 6, 2022
     | 1,484 views

    Jesus wanted to end the corruption of the Temple leaders. Is the same thing happening today? Whenever a group of humans creates an organization eventually corruption seeps in. However, this is preventable.

    End Church Corruption John 2:13-23 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 2:13 The Passover of the Jews was near, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 14 And He found in the temple those who were selling oxen and sheep and doves, and the money changers seated at their tables. 15 And He made a scourge of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    A Spirit Filled Church

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 19, 2024
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     | 2,072 views

    Signs of a Spirit filled church from Acts 2

    As a pastor and preacher, I often wonder if when I’m doing a series of sermons, if I continue the topic for too long, or not long enough. Now, I’m not looking for your answers. Because, you might say the topics are good, but don’t go on so long. With that in mind, I want to keep talking about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Necessity Of Bishops In The Church

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 2, 2024
     | 662 views

    This sermon explores an important aspect of the church governance and leadership: the role of Bishops in the Church.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, let us explore an important aspect of church governance and leadership: the role of bishops in the Church. The position of a bishop has been a subject of much discussion and debate within various Christian denominations. However, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal