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  • John Dobbs avatar

    There Is One Body Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on May 2, 2025
     | 294 views

    Today we begin a series of seven messages that come from Ephesians 4 - a list of seven truths that are the foundation of our fellowship / our life together in the church. 

    FOUNDATIONS OF FELLOWSHIP: ONE BODY Ephesians 4:1-6 Introduction Today we begin a series of seven messages that come from Ephesians 4 - a list of seven truths that are the foundation of our fellowship / our life together in the church.  Ephesians 4:1-6 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Body Prepared.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 17, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,129 views

    The timeliness of what Jesus came to do, "once and for all" (Hebrews 10:10).

    A BODY PREPARED. Hebrews 10:4-10. The epitaph of the Old Testament sacrificial system is: “it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins” (Hebrews 10:4; see also Hebrews 10:6; Hebrews 10:8). Now it was time to move on to new and better things (cf. Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One Body Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 2, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,728 views

    In this seven-week series, we explore the seven "ones" of Ephesians 4 and how they can help us experience the unity of the Spirit in the bonds of peace! Week one: One Body.

    ONE: The Unity of the Spirit (1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/7/2018 Snowflakes are funny things. Individually, they’re beautiful, yet benign. A single snowflake doesn’t pose a threat, isn’t much fun and can easily blow away in the wind or melt away on your fingertip. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Body Of Christ Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 30, 2022
     | 2,432 views

    If you want to enjoy the diverse community God created for you, acknowledge that you belong to one body; appreciate the different members of that body; depend on one another; and do what God gifted you to do.

    Grove Street was lined with lovely mature trees, manicured lawns, and three churches—all right next to each other. The three churches were each built in different styles and shapes, but they each posted a sign out front, proudly displaying the name of the church. The three churches were named First ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Body Of Moses Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023
     | 1,195 views

    This verse ascertains the truth that there are angels, archangels, and devils and the LORD. The Lord has concern for the dead bodies of the saints. No one has the power to curse or condemn except God. The Lord has absolute power to punish.

    Jude 1:9 - Body of Moses Jude 1:9: “But even the archangel Michael, when he was disputing with the devil about the body of Moses, did not himself dare to condemn him for slander but said, 'The Lord rebuke you!'” Introduction: This verse ascertains the truth that there are angels, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Resurrection Of The Body

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 10, 2023
     | 2,940 views

    If there is no resurrection, then the crucifixion of Christ didn’t achieve anything for us, and we are still in our sins but there is a resurrection, not only for Christ but also for us as well.

    The Resurrection of the Body By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - A Doctor, a Nurse, and a Preacher have a conversation. Sounds almost like the start of a joke but this is no joking matter. A Dr, a Nurse, and a Preacher have a conversation about what happens after a person dies. The Dr. ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    There Is One Body Series

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 28, 2023
     | 1,320 views

    Warren Wiersbe, in his book “Be Rich” page 103, tells a story of a free-lance missionary who visited a minister asking for financial support. "What group are you associated with?" the minister asked. The man replied, "I belong to the invisible church."

    Alba 3-26-2023 THERE IS ONE BODY Ephesians 4:1-4a Warren Wiersbe, in his book “Be Rich” page 103, tells a story of a free-lance missionary who visited a minister asking for financial support. "What group are you associated with?" the minister asked. The man replied, "I belong to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Body Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 2, 2025
     | 396 views

    Ephesians 4

    THE BODY OF CHRIST (EPHESIANS 4) I accepted Christ when I was 17 in a mid-size church. Our church did not have a pastor since the last one left a few years ago before I accepted Christ. I was baptized by a former pastor. In the third year of my faith the church hired a pastor who traveled from ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Resurrection Body PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 664 views

    Explores the mystery and promise of bodily transformation at resurrection, drawing hope and comfort from Christ's resurrection and the teachings of Apostle Paul.

    Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It is indeed a joy to gather together in this sacred space, united in our shared faith, bound by the love of our Savior, and eager to delve deeper into the profound mysteries of our faith. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a topic that is as enigmatic as it ...read more

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    The Options Menu Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 29, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,012 views

    Fleshing out what it means to be a local church in Christ made up of diverse individuals functioning with a unity of purpose.

    SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Offices & Gifts) “THE OPTIONS MENU” (1 Cor. 12:12-31) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, June 28, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Are The Church (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 12, 2016
     | 11,187 views

    In this message we talk about what the bible says about the local church.

    WeAre . . . The Church (note when you see B/S that is when I say brothers and sisters) OKAY WELCOME – to church! NOW - I want to start off this morning with some God-breathed words from the pen of both Matthew and Paul. When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is Official, Or Formal Church Membership In A Local Church According To Scripture? – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 2, 2025
     | 127 views

    This begins a 4 part study of local church membership in the New Testament. Is a formal church membership biblically required in our churches? Was it required in the first century churches? We will examine scriptures and practices for those answers.

    IS OFFICIAL, OR FORMAL CHURCH MEMBERSHIP IN A LOCAL CHURCH ACCORDING TO SCRIPTURE? – PART 1 What is church membership? What does the New Testament teach about church membership? Is this a requirement for us in local churches or must we submit ourselves to a practice of man and denominational ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Restoring A Divided Kingdom

    Contributed by David Parks on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,173 views

    One of Satan’s greatest weopons is division in the local church. How do we restore a divided church?

    RESTORING A KINGDOM DIVIDED. TEXT: Matt. 12:22-25. INTRODUCTION: 1. One of the greatest weapons Satan has in his arsenal is division (text) 2. If you’ve been around very long, you’ve seen churches torn and crippled by cliques, power struggles, malicious talk and the club syndrome. 3. The church ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church Membership

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 115 ratings
     | 25,341 views

    A sermon about what it means to be a "church member."

    Church Membership Ephesians 1:22-23, Colossians 1:18, Romans 12:4-5 Intro: As Christians our flesh has been crucified with its affections and lusts with Christ at Calvary, and the old man of sin is dead (Romans 6:6). Furthermore, we have been married to another and made part of his body, the body ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Roles Of The Pastor-Teacher & Local Church

    Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Jan 26, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
     | 7,591 views

    This lesson looks at the Biblical role of the pastor-teacher and the local church.

    Roles Of The Pastor-Teacher And Local Church (1 Cor. 4:1) (HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/pastorchurch.html] PRAYER PREPARATION: Jesus Himself tells us in John 8:31-32: 31 "... If you abide in My word, then you are truly disciples of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible