Sermons about Practical Ministry

Building The House Of God

Contributed by John Hamby on May 3, 2001

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Sermon used to promote the stewardship drive to pay off a new building.

“BUILDING THE HOUSE OF GOD” Exodus 35:4-5, 20-29, 39:43 In 1998 we set out to build a new auditorium of sufficient size to allow us to grow with our community. To give us the ability to reach the numbers of people that God is sending into this community. Some of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 35:3-29

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Ready For Company Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2007

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This message focuses on some changes we must make in the church to be relevant. God does not change, Jesus remains the same always and our commitment to scripture remains strong. However our methods must change

The Simple Life at Church “Getting Ready for Company” 1st Corinthians 9:22 You are looking at the tragic picture of the deadly bridge collapse in Minnesota that took place several months ago. 7 people were killed...over 100 injured in this disaster. . An entire school bus filled with children ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:22

Denomination: Baptist

The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 5, 2008

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59th in a series from Ephesians. The breastplate of righteousness requires us to live out the righteousness we have in Jesus.

If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, then whether you know it or not, you have enlisted in a spiritual war against Satan and his demons. And the only way that you can possibly be successful in that war is to be strengthened continually by God as you allow Jesus to dwell in your life and then put ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

Men & Women: Different But Equal Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 29, 2001

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Two ways men and women are different in the church, and one way they are equal.

[Note: This sermon was introduced by a drama called "God’s Plan?"]. Men and women really are different. So different one author says that it’s almost like men are from Mars and women are from Venus. The feminist movement in America has accomplished a lot of things--many of them good things--but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Culturally Relevant

Contributed by Ronald Ferrell on Oct 10, 2002

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With so many changes taking place in our culture today, IS THE CHURCH KEEPING PACE? Our MESSAGE must never change, but our METHODS do in order to reach the culture we’ve been commissioned to reach.

October 13, 2002 – Covington, IN BEING CULTURALLY RELEVANT 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 It is a common mistake. Pastors and churches can be trapped by this misunderstanding and never know it. Specifically, that the church must do little more than open its doors on Sunday, and the non-Christian will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deacon Ordination

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

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charge to deacons--You Should Be A Good Deacon, Protecting the Word, a Godly Deacon, Practicing the Word, and A Growing Deacon, Progressing in the Word.

DEACON ORDINATION 1-13-02 GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Tonite’s charge is addressed to these men…all are welcome to listen in. I Tim. 4:1, 2, 6 I Tim. 3 gives the qualifications of Pastors and Deacons. If we’ll just look a bit farther to ch. 4 we will find the duties and character qualities both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Ecclesiology: The Doctrine Of The Christian Church Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 11, 2003

based on 26 ratings

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This is the 1st study in the study "Doctrinal Issues From 1 Timothy".

Series: Doctrinal Issues From 1 Timothy[#1] ECCLESIOLOGY: THE DOCTRINE OF THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1 Timothy 3:1-5; 5:1-6:2 Introduction: 1. Peter’s confession of Christ. Matthew 16:13-19 2. All believers in Christ are part of the Church. 3. God has a structure for the local congregation. There are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

New Life Thank You Banquet

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 23, 2004

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This message was given at a banquet to thank the people who had participated in the campaign drive.

Leadership Banquet 1/10/2004 TOBY In every church, God places a secret to its success. Much of the secret to the success of Glenville New Life Community PCUSA and New Life Fellowship is found gathered in this room. Our secret is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, 2 Corinthians 9:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Planting The Seed - Watching It Grow

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 22, 2003

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The Book of Acts gives a clear indication as to how the church should operate. How do we measure up?

September 21, 2003 Morning Worship Text: Acts 5:12-16 Subject: Church Growth Title: Planting the Seed – Watching it Grow Do you ever get up on Sunday morning and not feel like going to church? A husband and wife got up one Sunday morning and the wife got dressed for church. It was just about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Turning Your Priorities Into Action Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Mar 25, 2002

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Three principles for translating our priorities into action in our lives. Part of a giving campaign series.

Today is a very important and exciting day in the life of our congregation. First of all this is the weekend of Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday marks the start of what Christians down through the ages have called holy week. Holy week is the last week of Jesus Christ’s life before his resurrection from the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Set Up

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 12, 2006

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We can adjust to the change God brings.

A SET UP Acts 6.8-15 S: New Covenant C: Adapting to Change Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE CAN ADJUST TO THE CHANGE GOD BRINGS. Type: Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Be a person of faith, like Stephen – a man of character and courage. • Adjust yourself, adjust your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Growth Problems

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 25, 2007

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In our text about the early church let’s consider some of the growth problems they faced and how they overcame them. Or some of the things that hindered their growth. 1- Complaining 2- Lack of workers 3- Poor organization

INTRO.- Growth problems. Ever had any? I have. I was born with a heart murmur. Guess I got over it. I’m still here after running many marathons in my forties. I remember standing in the street in Huntsville, AL, (Rocket City) with about 1200 other runners waiting for them to shoot the gun to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Article 26 The Church (Part 2. The Marks Of The Church) Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Mar 17, 2010

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This sermon unpacks the Marks of the Church - what constitutes a Church? What are its marks?

MARKS OF THE TRUE CHURCH Last week we look at the nature of the Church, We saw that it’s not an institution made up by man but by God. We saw that the Church is not a denomination, nor is it a building, but actually a community of believers made up of people. The Church is visible yet ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Churches Priority: Worship Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Oct 4, 2002

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This is the third in a series entitled :What Makes A Great Church

TITLE: The Churches Priority: Worship Text: Acts 2:42; John 4 Theme: Worship P.S. As we seek to fulfill this purpose then our priorates will become clearer and less self serving. Introduction: Illustration: In any construction project there is usually a question of priorities, which determines ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23, Acts 2:42-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Qualities Of An Elder, Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Mar 4, 2008

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What type of man makes a good elder/shepherd? This sermon begins to take a look at the Biblical teaching of Titus 1.

He was not an oil-on-canvas, not a die-cast martyr, a flannel graph figure, or a religious notion. He was man. He was God. And he still is, this Lamb of God. God was pleased to focus all his Love, and all his Truth into this caller and leader of fishemen, and tax collectors and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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