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  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    A Servant Church Empowers Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009
     | 4,027 views

    The ability to conquer life challenges is contained in the power of a word - Jesus.

    October 22, 2006 Title: A Servant Church Empowers Text: John 1: 1-13 Focus: To them gave He power to become the sons of God. During one of my recent moments of relaxation I watch a movie video entitled, Akeelah and the Bee. The story was about an 11 year old girl who lived in the Compton, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Revelation Of God's Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 723 views

    Explores the mystery of unity in Christ, its manifestation in the church, and the mission it gives us to reveal God's wisdom to the world.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It's truly a blessing to gather with you all today, to bask in the divine presence of our Lord, and to share His illuminating Word. The fellowship we share in this sacred space, the unity we find in Christ, is indeed a profound mystery, a divine secret that ...read more

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    How To Behave In Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 885 views

    Explores the concept of divine truth as the foundation of the church and its role in guiding our conduct as believers.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to gather once more within these hallowed walls, where the echoes of our shared faith fill the air. Each time we meet, we are reminded of the beauty of our shared beliefs, the strength of our unity in Christ, and the power of the Word of God. We gather ...read more

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    Rethinking Church Growth

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 1, 2010
    based on 27 ratings
     | 12,556 views

    We need to rethink church growth. Most churches are not growing.

    INTRO.- ILL.- After the worship service a young couple talked to a church member about joining the church. He hadn't met the husband before, and he asked what church he was transferring from. After a short hesitation, he replied,"I am transferring from the Municipal Golf Course." Brothers and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Church With An Open Door Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 31, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,633 views

    We’re all so different. We come from different backgrounds, different convictions. But when we all love each other and open arms to all kinds of people, that’s when the beauty of unity is seen. And God wants that here.

    INTRODUCTION Open your Bibles to Romans 15. I am preaching through the book of Romans verse after verse. We are actually coming down to the last two chapters. Paul is trying to get very practical as he speaks to the church there in Rome. And you’ve got to remember, there are all different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Necessity Of Bishops In The Church

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 1, 2024
     | 694 views

    This sermon explores an important aspect of the church governance and leadership: the role of Bishops in the Church.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, let us explore an important aspect of church governance and leadership: the role of bishops in the Church. The position of a bishop has been a subject of much discussion and debate within various Christian denominations. However, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Unwrap Your Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014
     | 13,826 views

    One source of frustration in the church is that people are trying to do the wrong ministry, play the wrong instrument. That is tragic. But do you know what is even worse than that is having your instrument, but refusing to play it.

    INTRODUCTION Let’s open our Bibles together to Romans, chapter 12. Today I’m going to be talking about “Unwrapping Your Spiritual Gift,” so I have a little gift that I am going to be unwrapping in a moment. I’m preaching through the book of Romans, verse after verse, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Of Laodicea 7 Series

    Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Jun 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,864 views

    an in depth look into the teachings of Christ, to the 7 churches of revelation.

    The church of Laodicea Church 7 Review 6 prior churches 1. Ephesus-repent and do the first works-get back to how it was 2. Smyrna- Fear none of those things which you shall suffer. 3. Pergamos-come out form among them and be ye separate 4. Thyatira-Stay away from false doctrines 5. Sardis-Come ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Making The Church Grow

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 14, 2003
    based on 89 ratings
     | 4,370 views

    There are certain Biblical things we must do in order for the church to grow.

    I Corinthians 3:6 “I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God made it grow.” 1- LESS DEFENDING, MORE PREACHING I Peter 3:15, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8 2- LESS FEUDING, MORE LOVING Galatians 5:14-15, John 13:35 3- LESS SITTING, MORE SERVING James 1:22, Galatians 6:2, 9-10 4- LESS ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning - The Church’s Construction - Part 6 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 11, 2023
     | 1,131 views

    A great imagery is that of the Church being a Building, a spiritual house for God. The most vital part of the construction is the CORNERSTONE. We look at Christ the Cornerstone and the laying of the foundation of the Church. We are the continuing living stones.

    SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING - THE CHURCH’S CONSTRUCTION - PART 6 THE CHURCH’S CONSTRUCTION The Church is entirely a New Testament concept though as we saw, it is seen typically in the Old Testament. In this section I want to look at the formation of the Church, and its ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Supportive Of Other Churches Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,173 views

    If we serve the Lord with the impure motive of personal gain, instead of with the intention of leading people to faith in Christ, then we can become self-focused, critical and judgmental of other believers and other churches.

    The apostle Paul once admonished the Philippians, “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4). In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church God Will Bless

    Contributed by Tom Dooley on May 11, 2001
    based on 306 ratings
     | 19,088 views

    This message focuses on following the model of the early church in order to be a church God will bless.

    The Church God Will Bless By Tom Dooley www.preachingtheword.com Acts 2:41-47 Several years ago in the movie Hoosiers, Gene Hackman played the part of Norman Dale, a former college coach with a tainted past who was hired to coach a rural high-school basketball team from Hickory, Indiana. Coach ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Aspects Of A Vibrant Church

    Contributed by Greg Barron on Aug 21, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,152 views

    To illustrate six aspects that should be present in every vibrant church.

    Paul and his team had come to Troas when Paul had received a vision at night in which he saw a man from Macedonia pleading with him to come and help them. Immediately they went to Macedonia concluding that the Lord had called them to preach the gospel to them. They went through Philippi where ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prescription For Church Unity Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 17,348 views

    It seems like there is a real danger for the church in that, the stronger a they hold to their beliefs, the greater the chance of disunity. There is such need for us, with our great beliefs that we hold dear, to talk about church unity.

    Introduction: You may notice that during this time of the year that many of our men around the country are glued to the football games on television. College football is such a great part of American tradition. It all builds up to the bowl games at the end. That is what people are waiting for, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unshakeable Foundation Of The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,178 views

    Explores Peter's divine revelation and appointment, reminding us that God uses ordinary people for His extraordinary work, inspiring our own faith journeys.

    Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It's a delight to be with you today, standing on this sacred soil, under this hallowed roof, where we gather to honor our Lord and Savior. We are united in our love for Him, bound by the grace He so generously pours upon us, and called to share His truth, His ...read more

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