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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    The Church’s Results Of Obeying God Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 15, 2024
     | 1,126 views

    What if the church had church, and collectively we just focused on Jesus? What kind of impact would we have if we were like-minded, and simply told others what Jesus has done? THIS was the first church's mission!

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 3 The Church’s Results of Obeying God Acts 2:13-47 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Might ask, “Why Acts?” Keep this in mind throughout this series: -- We’ve already unpacked the beginning of all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Church In The World Vs World In The Church Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Feb 21, 2025
     | 499 views

    Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    “Church in the World vs World in the Church” 1 Peter 3:8-12 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter3 “8 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; 9 not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Dead Church (The Church Of Sardis)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 31, 2025
     | 259 views

    In this message I will be preaching about the church of Sardis which is known as the DEAD CHURCH. No one will admit they attend a dead church but all over this great nation of ours that is exactly what some people are doing.

    Illus: Some churches have cemeteries on their properties. Your church does not have to have a cemetery to be a dead church. Illus: Vance Havner once commented that ministries often begin with a man who has a vision. That vision is captured by others and becomes a movement. As the movement gains ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Of Philadelphia (A Loving Church)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 8, 2025
     | 236 views

    The church of Philadelphia and Smyrna were two churches that the Lord Jesus did not have any words of condemnation for.

    Does this mean they were perfect? Absolutely not! For example, the Bible tells us that Job was perfect and upright man. Does that mean Job was perfect and sinless? No, the only perfect sinless man to walk on this earth was the Lord Jesus. Let me explain how the word PERFECT IS USED IN THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Of Thyatira (The Compromising Church)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 14, 2025
     | 149 views

    Again I would like to turn your attention to the seven churches to learn from them as a church how we can please the Lord.

    Again I would like to turn your attention to the seven churches of Revelation to learn from them as a church how we can please the Lord. These seven churches were established after the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. When the Christians saw the Lord died on the cross, all their hopes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Membership: Expect What The Bible Expects

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 19, 2020
     | 2,215 views

    True and genuine church growth comes not as a result of mere addition but multiplication.

    Rev. L. B. Williams, in his book on "Holiness Illustrations," relates the following: "A young man who was desperately in love with a young lady, wrote her that he would be willing to endure the cold of the frigid zone, or cross the burning sands of the desert, or climb the highest ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Plan Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 5, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,861 views

    We are to be a community of faith submitting to the Lordship of Jesus.

    THE PLAN Matthew 16.18-19 S: Church C: God’s plan for us. Th: His power, His work – in us! Pr: WE ARE TO BE A COMMUNITY OF FAITH SUBMITTING TO THE LORDSHIP OF JESUS. ?: What do we need to understand? KW: Features TS: We will find in our study of Matthew 16.18-19 five characteristics of the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rapture Of The Church

    Contributed by John Putty on Apr 14, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,070 views

    In 2010, when the movie 2012 was released, I used it as a platform to discuss end time prophecy. I hold a pretribulation view regarding the rapture but understand that other BIblical views are held by very wise and godly men. My notes are scattered and

    2012: The Rapture of the Church 7 things you can do if you get bored in church! 1. Slap your neighbor. See if they turn the other cheek. If not, raise your hand and tell the preacher. 2. Devise ways of climbing into the balcony without using the stairs. 3. Listen for your preacher to use a word ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Our Purpose: Worship Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,994 views

    As the Body of Christ we are to worship God because He, and He alone, is worthy of praise.

    Our Purpose: Worship Text: Jn. 4:24; Eph. 5:19-20; Heb. 10:25 Introduction 1. Read Jn. 4:19-24 2. "Most people think of the church as a drama," Dr. James Kennedy said, "with the minister as the chief actor, God as the prompter, and the laity as the critic. What is actually the case is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Membership Matters

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 2, 2014
     | 3,560 views

    To love Jesus is to love His church. God’s Image is in us all, and we discover Him by discovering His likeness in one another--in the caring community known as the Church.

    When I pastored Army chapels, soldiers attending my services would occasionally ask to join, and I had to explain to them that we can’t have membership since we’re a government agency. Membership would violate the so-called separation of church and state. The non-establishment clause ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Meeting The Challenge At Grace Baptist Church

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 18, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,312 views

    A challenge to the church before launching a building program requiring laymen to help.

    Meeting the Challenge at Grace Baptist Church Chuck Sligh April 29, 2007 TEXT: Turn to Isaiah 26 INTRODUCTION --In October 2003, some people began to meet with Susan and me for a Bible study on Wednesday nights with the intention of eventually becoming a church. --In May of 2004, we began ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Kind Of Christian Are You?

    Contributed by Pastor Michael Salman on Nov 6, 2013
     | 12,614 views

    In Christianity there are all kinds of people who have a reason they are in the Church. The message centers on 4 types of Christians in which people can identify with. What Kind are you? Take time to add scripture.

    What Kind of Christian Are You? Grace to you and peace from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. In this article I would like to address and discuss the citizens we find in Christendom. Christendom has all kinds of people who believe for one reason or another. Today I want to talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Here's The Church

    Contributed by Ed Young on Jul 6, 2022
     | 2,414 views

    In this sermon, Pastor Ed Young teaches that despite the far less than optimal conditions, Jesus is still building His church! He went on record and said, “...I will build My Church."

    HERE’S THE CHURCH SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2022, 11:15AM ED YOUNG I don't know if you realize it or not, but during these tumultuous times, there's a shortage of building supplies. Have you heard about that? Maybe you're trying to build your dream home and you're realizing, "Woo, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You A Part Of God’s Church? Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Dec 1, 2014
     | 6,584 views

    Have you ever asked somebody, “What’s all the fuss about?” As you read this chapter, you might be tempted to ask Paul, “What’s all the fuss about? Why are you spending so much time detailing what to look for in spiritual leaders in the local church?”

    Are You a Part of God’s Church? 1 Timothy 3:15 Introduction: 1. Have you ever asked somebody, “What’s all the fuss about?” As you read this chapter, you might be tempted to ask Paul, “What’s all the fuss about? Why are you spending so much time detailing what ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Local Church - God's Missionary People

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 20, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,247 views

    The DNA of the Local Church is made up of core values, vision and mission. If someone were to walk up to a member of the church and ask: "What is the mission of this church?" What would you answer be?

    The Local Church – God’s Missionary People CHURCH SIGNS The best vitamin for a Christian is B1." "Soul food served here." "Tithe if you love Jesus! Anyone can honk!" "Beat the Christmas rush, come to church this Sunday!" "Don’t wait for the hearse to take you to church." "Don’t give up. Moses ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist