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  • Richard McNair avatar

    What Is Our Vision For This Year?

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,699 views

    It seems that most Christians settle for a good life, but God has given us a great purpose in a Great Commission.

    WHAT SHALL WE DO? WHAT IS OUR VISION FOR THIS YEAR? This is it... ACTS 1:8 I watched the longest baseball game in postseason history this week. The Yankees and the Red Sox battled it out for 14 innings. The teams played back-to-back marathon games that totaled 26 innings almost 11 hours -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God-Centered Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 79 ratings
     | 16,808 views

    Why is church boring? Could it be that our worship is not God-Centered?

    INTRODUCTION  Why are we here today? Why are we all here giving up a morning to sleep in, a time to watch all the NFL pre-game shows? Why did we go to the trouble this morning of getting out of bed and putting on some nice clothing to be here?  Did we come here to see some of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Being The Kind Of Church People Need

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Nov 6, 2004
    based on 114 ratings
     | 8,257 views

    We cannot be the kind of church that everyone wants, but we can be the kind of church that everyone needs !

    Being The Kind Of Church That People Need Acts 2:41-47 Introduction: I suppose there are many churches whose mission is to be the kind of church that appeals to everyone. That is an impossible task ! In fact, I believe it to be an unholy task. Here’s why.....in order for us to be the church that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Sale: One Cross (Excellent Condition - Only Used Once - Make Offer)

    Contributed by Chuck Morley on Nov 11, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,211 views

    How does a church continue when it loses the presence of the Holy Spirit?

    For Sale: One Cross Excellent Condition - Only Used Once - Make Offer I have a good friend who pastors a church not far from ours. Not only does he pastor, but he and his family also own several small, but very successful, businesses in the Atlanta area with about 20 employees. One day, while ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Complete Sacrifices

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 23 ratings
     | 2,542 views

    The central issue of human life, to be resolved, is that of worship.

    Complete Sacrifices Montreal/Cornwall September 18, 2004 The central issue of life is worship. This has been the case from the very beginning. Worship was the central issue for the first war. In eternity past, the sin of pride entered Lucifer’s heart and he became jealous of God, wanting to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Guides Our Gospel Outreach

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,003 views

    God Guides Our Gospel Outreach: Not always where we expect but always where his work awaits.

    I love travelling. There’s nothing like getting out to explore the world God has created. Before I head out on any trip, however, I like to consult a guidebook or two. Written by someone who knows the area, a guidebook will point you to things that you won’t want to miss and steer you from those ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "Called To Care" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,526 views

    Believers are called to come together as a caring community.

    Last week, we made note of the fact that as a Christian community, we are called to learn together. We pointed out that this was a key element associated with the life of the early church, who "devoted themselves to the apostle’s teaching." Now today, I want us to think on yet another ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Called To Grow" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,465 views

    Believers are called to come together as an evangelistic community.

    Our passage does not specifically tell us that the early church devoted themselves to evangelism, although we may conclude that they did, indeed, share the message of the Good News with those who did not know Christ. What we are told is that they devoted themselves to learning ("to the Apostle’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Unmistakable Aroma

    Contributed by Steven Shubert on Nov 17, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 8,134 views

    There are some fragrances that have unique associations to each of us; there are others, however, that are unmistakable. The aroma of worship is an unmistakable aroma to God.

    An Unmistakable Aroma John 12:1-7 I. Introduction A. Each of us has certain fragrances that are almost instantly recognized by our sense of smell. 1. Not so long ago, when I applied a small amount of Stetson® cologne (which I don’t usually wear), my daughter told me “You smell like ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Place To Recover Series

    Contributed by John Browning on Sep 5, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,965 views

    Our church needs to be a place where broken people can recover.

    Today’s message is about recovery from brokenness. This has been a strength of MCC and I hope it always is. Jesus loves and heals broken hearted people. Let’s be a church that He can use in this process. Our passage for today is Luke 15(11-24). (Read Passage) Being lost or losing something is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship Wars

    Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Sep 5, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,069 views

    This sermon attempts to address some of the divide in our church over worship music by recognizing the focus is not on our preference but on God.

    In the last month or so I have heard some interesting comments. I’ve heard, “we don’t sing enough of the old hymns,” or “I don’t like the new music,” and I have also heard “we are singing too many hymns,” or “we sing songs too slow.” Interesting isn’t it? Whenever people are involved there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worship In Spirit & Truth

    Contributed by Brien Sims on Sep 6, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,279 views

    The true meaning of worshipping in Spirit and Truth as shown in the story of Cain and Abel

    I think we’ve all done it at least one. We get up just a short while before the Sunday morning service, rush to get our clothes on, and zoom out the door we go. Many of you with children know how time consuming just getting the children ready to head out the door can be. I can note many times when ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Do We Worship God?

    Contributed by Asiri Perera on Sep 7, 2006
    based on 110 ratings
     | 20,383 views

    Worship to God means to appreciate his worth

    Why do we Worship God? Scripture Reading Revelation 4: 1-11 Introduction There is a great lesson to be learned from the dictionary. • When things start going bad, we often fear they will only get worse. • It seems that "worse" will take us to the "worst". • Our nation (Sri Lanka) seems to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Wilderness Worship Manual

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 7, 2006
    based on 88 ratings
     | 36,159 views

    A message on worshipping in the midst of difficulty.

    Psalms 63:1-11 KJV <A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.> O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; [2] To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Greg Newton avatar

    Building The Unfinished Church Series

    Contributed by Greg Newton on Sep 8, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,693 views

    When you read through the Bible it is clear to see what God was desiring from mankind from the beginning to the end, is simply a relationship with them. We must understand that God is a very jealous God and our turning to the worship or serving other thin

    “BUILDING THE UNFINISHED CHURCH” - FINISH THE WORK - PT. 3 Intro: When you read through the Bible it is clear to see what God was desiring from mankind from the beginning to the end, is simply a relationship with them. We must understand that God is a very jealous God and our turning to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal