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  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Part Six - Choosing Legacy Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 18, 2009
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     | 4,447 views

    What does it mean to be a church member?

    Zechariah 2:8 (NRSV) 8For thus said the LORD of hosts (after his glory sent me) regarding the nations that plundered you: Truly, one who touches you touches the apple of my eye. Colossians 3:1 - 3 (NRSV) 1So if you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    House - Part 5 - Model House Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,355 views

    Is God’s house a building? Does His house have rules, systems, or structure? How can we be His house unless we know?

    House “Model House” I. Introduction We are a part of God’s House. In fact, we are God’s house. He is establishing His home in us! Person by person He places us together and constructs for Himself a dwelling place. However, He is not obligated to live in something He hasn’t built! So we must be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    House - Part 6 - Parade Of Homes Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 11, 2009
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     | 6,521 views

    Is God’s house a building? Does His house have rules, systems, or structure? How can we be His house unless we know?

    House “Parade of Homes” I. Introduction God’s House is being built. Part of it or not, like it or not, fully understand it or not God is in fact building for Himself a habitation. My desire is that we become a part of that edifice and structure. So, we have been trying to understand the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Loving The Bride - A Valentine's Day Sermon Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 12, 2007
    based on 115 ratings
     | 62,342 views

    When Jesus shared His innermost desire with Peter, His highest priority was to have him take care of His bride. How can we do that today?

    OPEN: It had been a big wedding, and the reception was well attended. Then came the honeymoon, the couple went to their hotel room After they unpacked their bags the groom took his bride by the hand sat her on the bed and said, "Honey, I hope you won’t mind, but now that we’re married I tho’t I’d ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Support Gbc Through Stewardship Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 13, 2013
     | 5,764 views

    The local church cannot function without the tithes and offerings of its members. This sermon, part 2 of a series on local church issues, deals with the blessings of giving both for a local church and for those who give.

    Support GBC Through Stewardship Series: Get on the Ship Chuck Sligh January 13, 2013 TEXT: Turn with me to Matthew 6 INTRODUCTION This is the second sermon in a series titled, “Get on the Ship” that focuses on important local church issues and our responses to them. We’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Identify Terrorist Groups In The Church

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 24, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,452 views

    Satan is waging an all out war against the body of Christ.

    "How To Identify Terrorist Groups In The Church" November 25, 2001 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: 1 It is an awesome job being a pastor. A I have had people come to me and say "Pastor, I’ve had trouble with our last four pastors. Why does he keep sending ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Names Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 2, 2020
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     | 4,904 views

    There are certain titles given to Jesus in Scripture that speak to the intimate relationship that He has with His church. Jesus is - the shepherd of the flock, the head of the body, the cornerstone of the building...etc

    The Church Names Of Jesus OKAY – first of all I would like to give a huge birthday shout out to… to….US!!! YOU SEE – today is Pentecost Sunday! The birthday of the Church and of the Kingdom Jesus came to establish, nearly 2000 years ago. NOW REMEMBER – Jesus said in Matthew 16 And I tell you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church Unity By Humility Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 22, 2023
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     | 2,902 views

    Diversity inside the body of Christ happens when the members take on the same mindset as Christ and humble themselves by looking out for the needs of others rather than that of their own!

    Unity by Imitating Christ’s Humility Philippians 2:1-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What does Christ mean to you? After Apostle Paul finished advising the Philippians the way to handle persecution was to live a life worthy of the Gospel by standing firm in one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Am I? (Part Three)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 16, 2015
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    Today, we will see that as a Christian I am part of the body of Christ. Let’s see what that entails.

    WHAT AM I? (part three) INTRODUCTION: In part one of ‘what am I’ in Christ we saw that since we have been born again we are now a child of God. I have been given God’s Spirit and I have an inheritance waiting for me in heaven. Last week I talked about how we are a temple of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Discipleship Matters: Engaging In Biblical Community

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 13, 2021
     | 4,300 views

    The local church, when functioning Biblically, is the hope of the world and we get to be part of it.

    Discipleship Matters: Engaging in Biblical Community Acts 2:42-47 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-13-202 Review of series - what is a disciple? This morning, we come to the end of our Discipleship Matters series (for now). Over these past two months, we have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ethics In The Church Today

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jan 20, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,692 views

    The goal of ethics is to develop a body of moral standards on which the church can draw so that it can successfully respond to the many moral challenges it faces in all societies. Moral character development should be seen as primary importance both fo

    Ethics In The Church Today Ephesians 1:22-23 - And He put all things under His feet and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all. 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 - Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Looking Back, Gazing Forward

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,268 views

    A sermon for the annual meeting for casting vision in the life of the local church. Principals could be well adapted to another church.

    “Looking Back, Gazing Forward,” Genesis 9:8-17 Introduction One of the very special memories I have from my first trip to the Holy Land last year was that of swimming in the Dead Sea. It is a real adventure. First you head to pit which is filled with sticky and smelly mud. Against ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Who Is Your Epaphras?

    Contributed by Johnny Knight on Aug 11, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,098 views

    I have often said the greatest gift God has given to us (second only to Jesus) is the Church. There are so many benefits to being not only a part of the body of Christ on the earth, but a part of a local body of believers.

    WHO IS YOUR EPAPHRAS? Text: Colossians 4:12 “Epaphras, who is one of you, says ‘hello’. What a trooper he has been! He’s been tireless in his prayers for you, praying that you’ll stand firm, mature and confident in everything God wants you to do. I’ve watched him closely and can assure you that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    You Can Be Sure About The Church

    Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 26, 2015
     | 4,336 views

    There are a lot of churches out there to choose from. Jesus only promised to build one, He only bled for one, He only died for one and He is the head of only one. Since Jesus established only one, how can we be sure we are members of that one church?

    Recognizing the Church (You can be sure part 2) Jesus promised to build only one church. Matthew 16:18, "and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it." Jesus shed His blood and died for only one church. Ephesians 5:25, "Husbands, love your wives, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Resolving Conflicts In The Church

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025
     | 219 views

    This message will equip us with practical steps rooted in Scripture on how to address conflict with wisdom, love, and humility. It will also help restore relationships and maintain unity in the body of Christ.

    RESOLVING CONFLICTS IN THE CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:18, Ephesians 4:2-3, James 1:19-20, Proverbs 15:1, Colossians 3:13 INTRODUCTION: Conflict is an inevitable part of any community, and the Church is no exception. As believers from ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God