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  • Billy Ricks avatar

    The Will Of God For The Church Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 29, 2012
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    God's will for the church is for us to be the bride and body. As the bride we experience Him. As His body we exalt Him.

    Intro: Paul was very clear that the redemption, adoption, and indwelling of the Holy Spirit in the church was to bring glory to God. Ephesians 1:6,12,14. (Read) Our main goal and vision is to 1 Corinthians 10:13 “whether then you eat or you drink do all to the glory of God.” That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Complaining Church

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 15, 2022
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    A common problem in ancient Israel was complaining. Times haven’t really changed.

    A common problem in ancient Israel was complaining. Times haven’t really changed. “Soon the people began to complain about their hardship, and the Lord heard everything they said. Then the Lord’s anger blazed against them, and he sent a fire to rage among them, and he destroyed some of the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Portrait Of The Church

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008
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    How does Paul portait the Church in Ephesians

    The Portrait of the Church (Seen in Ephesians) Christ’s Church is not an after-thought of God. It is not a plan “B” for something that He planned but just didn’t turn out as God had wished or hoped for. Being planned from eternity, "His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Committed Church

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018
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    the church at Philadelphia

    The Church at Philadelphia: A Committed Church - Revelation 3:7-13 - 2/14/10 Turn with me this morning to the last book in the Bible, the book of Revelation, chapter 3. We want to continue on today, looking at the question, “What does God think of His church?” Here in Revelation 1, we find the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Church Growth: To Be Or Not To Be

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 11, 2002
    based on 584 ratings
     | 44,324 views

    What hinders churches from growing and what causes them to grow?

    CHURCH GROWTH: To be or not to be Acts 2:36-41 INTRO.- ILL.- It was their 13th wedding anniversary. The husband was away at a meeting on their special day. He called a florist to send a bouquet of 13 helium balloons with a message of gratitude for the heights to which his wife had inspired ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Dead Church Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 26, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 14,538 views

    Jesus addresses several churches in the nook of Revelation. One of the churches is called a dead church. The question we need to consider is are we a dead church? Are we dead spiritually?

    "A Dead Church" Introduction: Each week in America, paramedics arrive on the scene of an accident where the victim has crossed the barrier between life and death. There is no heartbeat. Breathing has stopped. All the vital signs of life are absent. But the paramedics do not accept this death as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Unity In The Church

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 11, 2003
    based on 187 ratings
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    The Lord’s church must be united!

    INTRO.- United we stand, divided we fall. Where are those words found in scripture? Who said those words in the Bible? NO ONE SAID THOSE WORDS IN SCRIPTURE. They are not found in scripture. Jesus said something similar but not those exact words. Matt. 12:25 “Every kingdom divided against ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church In A Headlock

    Contributed by Larry Schoonover on Mar 13, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,499 views

    Carnal Christianity restricts the will and work of God. Does your lifestyle put your "Church in a headlock?"

    "CHURCH IN A HEADLOCK" (Text: 2 Cor. 6:12 NKJ) 3/9/2003 By:Larry L. Schoonover) INTRODUCTION: (Read Text) - then repeat this partial: "...you are restricted by your own affections." What is a "restriction"? [Webster:] - "to restrain within bounds; to limit" {restrain = "to hold back; to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Comfort For The Church

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 29, 2024
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     | 695 views

    Paul discusses the Rapture of the Church of Jesus Christ. Paul lets them know that the coming of Jesus is not an event that should bring fear to the hearts of believers, but an event that should comfort them.

    1 Thessalonians 4:13-18(NKJV) COMFORT FOR THE CHURCH June 29, 2024 In this letter, Paul confronts the doubts of the young Thessalonian congregation; challenges them to a closer and cleaner walk with the Lord and He answers the questions they have about several areas of the faith. Among the topics ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dedication Of The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 1,409 views

    Encourage us to not be anxious, but instead to pray, be thankful, focus on what is good and noble, and put into practice what we learn from the teachings of Apostle Paul, thereby growing more like Christ each day.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're gonna be diving into some words from Apostle Paul in Philippians 4:6-9, where he talks about the power of dedication, the joy of rejoicing, and the strength of faith. As Billy Graham once said, “Being a Christian is more than just an instantaneous conversion - it ...read more

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    An Ideal Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 519 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of faith, using the Thessalonian church as an example of joyful service to God amidst affliction.

    Welcome, beloved, to this sanctuary where grace abounds and love reigns supreme. We find ourselves here, in this sacred space, embraced by the warmth of fellowship, united in our shared pursuit of understanding God's Word, and emboldened by the relentless hope we have in Jesus Christ. Today, we ...read more

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    What Is Church?

    Contributed by Greg Nance on May 3, 2011
     | 5,897 views

    This may be one of the most misunderstood concepts in the Christian faith. A look into the word of God in Matthew brings to light the amazing calling that Jesus intends for us.

    What is Church? Listen to Matthew 16:13-28. Pay attention to how Jesus describes "Church," his path, and our relationship with Him. Matthew 16:18 gives us the first mention of the English word “church” in the New Testament. In all of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John this word “church” only occurs ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Destiny Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Matthew Black on Jan 2, 2022
     | 3,507 views

    Every Christian has a destiny in the kingdom of God. We are a pilgrim people, a people on the move—our destination matters. Where are we going as a church? It’s important. The primary words of Ephesians 1 are “in Christ.” Christ is our head, and we need to move in conjunction with him.

    What should be the direction and vision for a local assembly? What is our destiny? Alice in Wonderland came to a fork in the road. Icy panic stung her as she stood frozen by indecision. She lifted her eyes toward heaven, looking for guidance. Her eyes did not find God, only the Cheshire cat ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,605 views

    Highlight the importance of treating all members of the church equally, without partiality.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a pertinent issue that, as Christians, we must navigate with wisdom and grace. We're going to be exploring the danger of partiality in the church, an issue that's as relevant today as it was when James first penned his letter. To illustrate our ...read more

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    We Are The Church

    Contributed by Carla Powell on Apr 20, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,021 views

    Explores the four images of church/Christians in 1 Peter 2: infants, living stones, priests, chosen people.

    Lectionary Texts for 5th Sunday of Easter - April 21, 2002 "We Are The Church" - 1 Peter 2:2-10; John 14:1-14 [Okay-say it with me…]"Here is the church, here is the steeple, open the doors, and see all the people." That little kids’ rhyme and fingerplay holds some truth to it. The church is your ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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