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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Remember The Simple Things Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 17, 2003
    based on 208 ratings
     | 32,334 views

    Peter gives us list of 8 simple characteristics that are so basic we tend to overlook them... but we do so at our own risk. Learn the value of the "simple" qualities of your faith.

    OPEN: Cecil B. DeMille was making one of his great epic movies. He had 6 cameras at various points to pick up the overall action and 5 other cameras set up to film plot developments involving major characters. The large cast had begun rehearsing the scene at 6am and they went through it 4 times. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Mediocre Church Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,005 views

    Sermon 10 in series dealing with Laodocia and the mediocrity.

    The Revelation of Jesus Christ “The Mediocre Church” I. Prologue 1:1-20 The Prologue in chapter one records what John the aging Apostle saw (and heard) including a manifestation of Jesus far different that what John had known previously. The theme of the book describes the time of Jesus’ coming ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Right Fight Series

    Contributed by David Rumley on Oct 28, 2009
     | 6,501 views

    What is the things we should be fighting for? Nehemiah teaches us that we need to be reminded what we are fighting for...

    THE RIGHT FIGHT More than 400 years before Christ… the people of Israel found themselves in a hard moment. After over 100 years of exile… separation from their home and scattered abroad… they struggle to keep their heritage, their faith, their history. Nehemiah is one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Makes A Church Great? Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Nov 13, 2009
     | 3,829 views

    One common theme that goes through the whole Church is Attitude! Attitudes are contagious, the question is : Is yours worth catching. I have managed to change the attitude and atmosphere as well in less than 3 hours in the past weeks. We have gone from

    What Makes a Church Great? Part 2 Acts 4:33 Acts 4:33. 33With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them all. 1.THEY HAD A GREAT PURPOSE 2.THEY HAD GREAT PREACHING 3.THEY HAD GREAT POWER One common theme that goes through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do Over

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 5, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,190 views

    Sermon using the parable of the fig tree to speak of the relationship between repentance and bearing fruit.

    9 / Do Over Intro: Three demons got together and they were trying to find ways to conquer the world. The 1st demon went throughout the world proclaiming, “There is not God!” Even though few people acted as if there was a God, they knew in their hearts that this message was not true. The 2nd ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Understanding God's Word, Part 2: The Method Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Sep 1, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,116 views

    In order to understand God’s Word, we not only have to have the right message, we have to use the right method. What is the best method of teaching the Bible in a way that people will understand it? Today’s passage gives us timeless principles concernin

    This is our second week of looking at what it takes to understand God’s Word. Last week we looked at the right message. In our passage, as Ezra stood before the remnant and taught them God’s Word, He taught them the right message. As you can tell from what we just read, we’re still in the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    31 Ways To Favor Your Pastor

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 26, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 30,369 views

    October is Clergy Appreciation Month. Here’s some ideas to get your creative juices flowing...

    31 FAVORS FOR YOUR PASTOR October is Clergy Appreciation Month! After doing some research with other pastors on how their congregations had shown them their appreciation in the past, I thought I would write down some ideas to get your creative appreciation juices running. Since October had 31 ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Know The Goal Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on May 22, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,519 views

    The true disciple seeks to produce in the church that which God requires, love toward Him and those who are His.

    Know The Goal 01/24/10 PM Text: 1 Timothy 1:5 Introduction To protect Timothy (and the saints) from the error of the false teachers, Paul contrasts the goal of his instruction with that of the false teachers. The false teachers were motivated by mere curiosity and a desire to gain prestige as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Stop Fights At Church?

    Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011
    based on 16 ratings
     | 8,234 views

    There is a direct correlation between the effectiveness of our mission and how we treat each other. We must be the church before we can build the church. We must care for one another before we can hope to reach this community and county for Christ

    Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army As we continue in our series through the Book of Nehemiah, we’ve learned that Nehemiah confronted a different challenge in each chapter: • In chapter one, he was faced with a personal challenge. When he heard about what was happening in Jerusalem, he sat ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Reputation Of This Church Is Important

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 25, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,984 views

    A 'full' text which I will expand upon as I preach. Peter's good reputation spread and people came to faith as he did things in Jesus' name. Our reputation is also very important ...

    When I was a child I loved the Beano magazine, and as a parent I’ve enjoyed reading Dennis the Menace stories to my children. Matthew used to want me to read Horrid Henry stories to him, and now Rebekah does. Dennis the Menace and Horrid Henry have a reputation and they live up to it. Their ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Stay On The Job

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,411 views

    How to keep church working for the Lord

    Paul the Apostle left Titus in Crete to work forthe Lord.There could have been easier and more desirable places but thisis where God wanted him.The Lord,s place for us sometimes seem rough but remember his will and way are always best. 1.Praise to be offered. V1 Praise for faith Praise for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ephesus: Laboring Without Love Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 25, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,028 views

    In our text today we have the first of seven letters from Jesus to a church. By studying these letters we can learn to look at a church the same way that God looks at a church.

    Ephesus: Laboring Without Love Revelation 2:1-7 Purpose: To discover God’s priorities for the church. Aim: I want the listener to rekindle a fervent love for Christ. INTRODUCTION: The abilities that world class athletes can demonstrate never ceases to astound me. I remember watching some of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jason Cole avatar

    Clearing The Air: Misconceptions About The Church Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on May 9, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,240 views

    There are many misconceptions about the church that need to be corrected in people’s minds.

    Clearing the Air, Common Misconception About…the Church Introduction: There are many common misconceptions if the world. For example, French fries probably originated in Belgium and not in France. The name comes from the cooking term "to french" which means to cut food into strips, hence they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Favor Of God Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 3, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,368 views

    God gives us grace to forgive our sins. But how many of us miss out on His favor for daily living because we ignore His promises and principles revealed in the Bible. We need to see God clearly and apply His truths daily.

    Intro: I remember my brother in law Curtis coming up with the best app of all time. There was a bug on the wall and he grabbed his phone and said “I got an app for that,” and proceeded to smash the bug with his phone. With the introduction of the I Phone, I Pad and all the smart phones and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Apostle's Creed 2 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jan 15, 2012
     | 7,404 views

    I BELIEVE in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth: And in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried

    Dakota Community Church January 15, 2012 Church History Sunday 1/12 The Apostles Creed 2 These Things We Believe 2 Timothy 4:1-3 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: Preach the ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite