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  • Willem Nel avatar

    Family And His Purpose Series

    Contributed by Willem Nel on May 17, 2014
     | 3,295 views

    The Word of God says people are His Greatest treasures

    Family and His Purpose The greatest treasure on Earth Our Family & Treasure Hunt The Word of God says people are His Greatest treasures 1)The Church - a Family and an Army of God A commanded BLESSING Blessed Unity of the People of God A Song of Ascents. Of David. 1 Behold, how good and how ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God's Pattern For The Church Thessalonica

    Contributed by David Parks on Jun 2, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,819 views

    We look at our society and see great confusion about the nature of the church. Is it a worshiping society of people who come together once a week for cold formal pomp and circumstance. . . . Or, is it a place we come for a wild tumultuous emotional rele

    God’s Pattern for the Local Church: Thessalonica TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 1:3-8 INTRODUCTION: 1. If you read the paper or watch Television you know that we live in a time of great moral, ethical, political and religious confusion. 2. For example, our nation is now struggling with the question of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joel Winters avatar

    The Local New Testament Church - "its Magnificence" Series

    Contributed by Joel Winters on Nov 30, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,025 views

    Magnificence = EXCELLENCE; SPLENDOR

    1. Magnificent because of its Founder. Matthew 1:23; Philippians 2:5-11 2. Magnificent because of its Love. 1 John 4:10 3. Magnificent because of its Blood. Ephesians 1:7; 1 John 1:7 4. Magnificent because of its Truth. 1 Timothy 3:15-16 5. Magnificent because of its Intercessor. Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Constitution Of The Church Of The Living God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,011 views

    THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST

    BIG IDEA: THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Importance of Structure in the Local Church -- not just do whatever you please, however you want; There are standards ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Importance Of Our Church's Vision

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 17, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 14,599 views

    Whether or not a church has a God-given vision for how it is to partner with God in its work is eternally important.

    In the first part of Proverbs 29:18, we find a familiar portion of Scripture. Most Christians are familiar with the quote from the KJV: “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” The translation in the NIV gives us insight as to why people with no vision perish: “Where there is no revelation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Church On The Launching Pad [missions] Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 7, 2005
    based on 101 ratings
     | 18,072 views

    Vision casting message, also appropriate for missions and for preaching in the new year. THE CHURCH OF GOD, THE COMMANDERS OF GOD, THE CALL OF GOD, THE COMMISSION OF GOD. Powerpoint at website.

    Revive ‘05--The Church on the Launching Pad Acts 13:1-3 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html In 1983, a movie was released called “The Right Stuff”, a documentary of the US Space Program. After years of testing and sending animals ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Of The Nazarene Core Values

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Sep 17, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,563 views

    A Part of a series of sermons that emphasized our Core Values in the Church of the Nazarene.

    Church of the Nazarene Core Values Pastor Glenn Newton 10-24-99 This morning all over the World, Pastors in the Church of the Nazarene are Preaching Sermons that Emphasize Our Core Value Beliefs. Who We Are. What We Believe In. And for those that might think about such things, This is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Proper Usage Of The Church Treasury

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 5, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,541 views

    This is an examination of how the early Church used the monetary funds contributed by its members. The practice of the early Church, under the directions of the Apostles, gives us a pattern to follow today.

    Proper Use of the Church Treasury It is proper and perfectly Scriptural for Christians in a community to put money in a common fund. There has never been a great deal of disagreement among brethren over this matter. Christians generally agree that it is right to contribute to a general fund to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church. The Way Its Supposed To Be Series

    Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,232 views

    Discusses the biblical admonitions related to the Lord’s church

    Church. The Way it’s supposed to be. Colossians 2:4-7 Five characteristics of a church that pleases God. It is: 1. Perceptive enough to withstand sweet talk § We will never deny that worldly wisdom is arguable. Robertson -The art of persuasion is the height of oratory, but it easily degenerates ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Hawks avatar

    State Of The Church 2002--Bethany

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,412 views

    Using the churches in Revelation as a model an outline is given of the church’ accomplishments and needs for growth.

    Proverbs 29:18a KJV Where there is no vision, the people perish. READ WITH ME Bethany’s Vision Statement We are dedicated to promoting Christ-like love, deepening the Christian faith, and developing harmony among all people through our presence, our programs, and our commitment. To accomplish ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jason Cole avatar

    Because I Love The Church... Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 12,900 views

    If we say we love the church what exactly does that mean? If we love the church than how should we show it?

    “Because I Love the Church…” Introduction: I think that I shall never see A church that’s all it ought to be: A church whose members never stray Beyond the strait and narrow way; A church that has no empty pews, Whose preacher never has the blues, A church whose deacons always deak, And none is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • James Capps avatar

    Becoming A Church Of Excellence:missions Series

    Contributed by James Capps on Jan 30, 2001
    based on 361 ratings
     | 26,829 views

    Missions are the life blood of the local church.

    Church of Excellence: Missions! Acts 13:1-3 1 & Corinthians 16:5-9 Third in a Series We have the last two weeks been looking at how we can become a church of excellence How can we move from being a "nice" church…to a church that makes a difference? A couple of weeks I shared that I have heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Three F's Of Church Ministry"

    Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Jun 12, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,259 views

    There are many aspects to our ministry within the church, here are three as given by Paul; that are critical to ministry effectiveness

    • In Ephesians 2:19-22; Paul is explaining to the Church of Ephesus the importance of the presence of the Spirit within the church • Many churches have services but having services does not equate to experiencing God • John 4:24: “God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Barnabas Park avatar

    Purpose Driven Life: Why Church

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 16, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,164 views

    It explains the rold of church in living purpose driven life

    Purpose driven Life: Why church 9/12/2004 He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thes. 2:14 Beginning just 3 weeks ago, some of us have been reading the book, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Billy Ricks avatar

    The Church And Its Purpose: Make Disciples Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 14, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,322 views

    Our purpose as a body of believers is not missions. As John Piper said our purpose is worship. We are commanded to make disciples by Jesus. Disciplees should be followers, learners, worshippers.

    Intro: There is a call for a moral revival and change in congress and the white house that people believe would turn the nation of the United States around. Don’t get me wrong please I believe we are to be Salt and light. Salt slows down the decay of things and light reveals things. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist