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  • Terry Cavanaugh avatar

    State Of The Church

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,138 views

    This message looks at the four pillars of a growing Church; evangelism, outreach, worship, and fellowship.

    State of the Church Dear friends, It has been one year since we gathered for worship in the Auditorium of the Warren local high school on a cool Sunday morning. That Sunday morning just a year ago, many in this community prophesied doom for the new church starting in the High School. I heard, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Making God Smile

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 8, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 3,397 views

    The function of worship is to bring God appropriate pleasure.

    (Overhead 1) This time of year is a time for love, romance, and passion. Millions of dollars are spent on Valentine’s Day gifts. In fact a 1998 report from Ball State University indicates, “Valentine’s Day ranks second behind Christmas in total sales of candy, flowers and cards.” Love is important ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Understanding Your Church's Vision And Doing It

    Contributed by Duane Boehm on Feb 14, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,603 views

    This sermon helps pastors to look at their churches vision and see where you’re headed

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHURCHES VISION AND DOING IT PROV. 29:18 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Thanks

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 25, 2007
     | 6,205 views

    Thanks giving is a great holiday however, Christians should be giving thanks every day.

    Give Thanks Folks, I don’t know about you but, it hit me that another year has flashed by. It seems like it was not that long ago that we were preparing for and celebrating Christmas. And it seems like only a few days ago I was complaining that the stores were putting up Christmas decorations ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Giving God Your Best In Worship

    Contributed by David Swanger on Mar 19, 2003
    based on 126 ratings
     | 64,516 views

    Just as the Israelites in Malachi’s day offered second rate worship to God, it is possible that we are doing the same. Nine practical suggestions to insure that you are giving God your best in worship.

    GIVING YOUR BEST IN WORSHIP (Malachi 1:6-14) 1. We talk a lot about giving our best… a. Whether it is on the job, or in school, or on the athletic field…we emphasize giving our best b. Did you know that when it comes to worship, God wants you to give your best? 2. Open Bible to Malachi 1:6-14 - in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Balancing The Body Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 23, 2006
     | 3,596 views

    Sixth in a series on the early church. This message focuses on balancing the five purposes of the church.

    Balance is really important in our lives: • When we first learn to walk, the biggest hurdle we face is not usually that we don’t have enough strength; it’s that we have to figure out how to stay balanced • On our cars, it’s important to keep our tires balanced. Anyone who has ever tried to drive at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Approach To Worship Series

    Contributed by Robert Massey on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 201 ratings
     | 21,876 views

    We all know that worship is important, both to us and to God. This psalm is believed to have been written after the ark was carried to Jerusalem. The question is asked "who can approach the Lord?" This psalm lists three conditions that we need to remem

    THE APPROACH TO WORSHIP Psalms 24 Some time ago, for our Wednesday night Bible studies, we covered a course on the church. Some of you were here and perhaps you remember that I passed out a sheet of paper with a list of various missions/functions of the church, including such things as evangelism, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Order In The Church! Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 1, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,711 views

    We are to build faith in one another.

    ORDER IN THE CHURCH I Corinthians 14:26-40 S: Worship C: Understanding, not confusion Th: Orderly Worship Pr: WE ARE TO BUILD FAITH IN ONE ANOTHER. ?: How? How do we do that? KW: Need TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 14:26-40 five specifications that will direct our worship toward ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You A Revolutionary? Part 1

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Aug 22, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,030 views

    In 2005 George Barna, the founder and director of the Barna Group, a research and resource firm that provides valuable information to ministries and corporations, wrote a book titled Revolution. It is a book that discusses the paradigm shift that is happe

    (This message was inspired by George Barna and his book, Revolution. I also found Sermon Central contributor, J. Martin’s messages on this topic helpful.) In 2005 George Barna, the founder and director of the Barna Group, a research and resource firm that provides valuable information to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Called To Care" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,463 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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    Getting Back To The Basics

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Apr 27, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,934 views

    Every member of CTK Church needs to worship daily, minister in a small group, and reach out to others with the love, acceptance, and forgiveness of Jesus.

    OBJECTIVES: 1. Listeners will be inspired to center their lives on the 3 priorities of CTK church. 2. Listeners will evaluate their commitment to the priorities of CTK church. INTRO: Just Tuesday night I received a call from a telemarketer asking if I wanted to give a donation to an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Fragrance Of Worship

    Contributed by Mark Jones on Feb 24, 2003
    based on 177 ratings
     | 17,994 views

    The Fragrance of Worship; A Sinful Woman Anoints Jesus

    I. Introduction Some preliminary thoughts: “Prayer focuses on the problem” “Praise focuses on the provision” “Worship focuses on the PROVIDER” “Worship is the correct response to the presence of God.” Essence of The Lesson: Worship is a flow and a dialogue between you and your Savior, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    While We Wait Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,672 views

    First in a series on the early church from Acts 1-4. This message deals with how to wait on God.

    Note: Although my outline is very similar to a great sermon by Medford Foskey on this same passage, I only read his sermon after completing most of the work on mine. However I did "steal" his opening story. “It is a sin to be good if God has called us to be great.” That is the first line from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hallelujah Anyhow!

    Contributed by La Juana Morris on Aug 21, 2002
    based on 88 ratings
     | 26,641 views

    Don’t Allow your situation to hinder your souls salvation!

    In a world where each corner holds some potential danger. In a society where just going to work can end in total tragedy. In a community where drugs run rampant and hope is fleeting. It is essential that Christians look past the circumstance and cling to the cross. James encourages us to just ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Worship Passionately Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 25, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,305 views

    Let the triumphal entry teach us about what it means to have a "cup up" mentality about worship.

    “Worship Passionately” (Luke 19:28-44) I trust you have been praying about where you can serve…where and how you can give [hold up the “I’m Ready to Give” worksheet]. Eric will be standing by the ‘Serve’ banner after our services, so feel free to stop by and get connected to one of our ministry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist