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The Qualifications Of Deacons

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

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A message concerning the calling and responsibilities of Deacons.

The Qualifications of a Deacon July 13, 2003 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Sunday AM Intro: “Everything rises and falls on Leadership.” Setting: The Ephesian church had been blessed w/ great leadership. Acts 20 tells us it was founded by Paul who later turned it over to Timothy. During his time in Ephesus, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:3-15

Denomination: Baptist

Eating The Bread Of Heaven

Contributed by William Mouser on Mar 8, 2005

based on 27 ratings

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The Communion, the Eucharist, the Lord’s Table -- whatever we name it -- is, by the Lord’s teaching in John 6, the seat and center of our existential experience of intimacy with Christ.

Fourth Sunday in Lent Exodus 16:9-15, 1 Corinthians 10:14-22, John 6:10-58 “Eating the Bread of Heaven” Jesus’ feeding the 5,000 is understandably one of the most preached passages from John’s gospel. I am sure you have heard a great many sermons on it. I know I have. I’ve even preached a few ...read more

Scripture: John 6:10-58

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Worship For The Disciple Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

based on 8 ratings

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How does one enjoy the "presence" of the Lord

Came across a comment by a missionary in Paraguay. Who wrote, “While …serving in Paraguay, a Maka Indian named Rafael came to sit on my porch. I was eating and went out to see what he wanted. He responded, "Ham, henek met." Again I asked what I could do for him, but the answer was the same. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:6-14, 1 Chronicles 15:1-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"If You've Gone Out Of Business”

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006

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Living your life in a way that always gives GOD glory.

Biblical Text: John 6: 66 “From that time, many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.” I remember watching a man put one dollar in the collection plate and take out four. He came to church that day with a personal agenda that had little to do with worship. Apparently, he had ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Off Our "Buts"

Contributed by Dean Kennedy on Aug 26, 2002

based on 210 ratings

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It’s time to quit the excuses before we miss the party. This sermon was presented at an on-going Breakfast Ministry for the Homeless

This morning I’m going to give you guys an opportunity to change seats. This will be your only chance though. I want to make sure that you are comfortable where you are. Now for the reason why. I was led to pray over certain chairs here this morning before you came in. I feel God is really ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24, Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 5, 2008

based on 7 ratings

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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

Worship The Way God Really Intended It Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

based on 31 ratings

| 3,717 views

A study on the church.

In a famous broadcast to the United States, England’s Arch Bishop William Temple made a statement that he knew could be considered an outrageous statement. “This world can be saved from political chaos and collapse by one thing only,” he announced, “and that is worship.” We would love to be able ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marks Of A Good Leader

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 22, 2007

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Let’s consider from the life of Barnabas some marks of a good leader and how we can apply them to our lives. 1- Looks for God at work 2- Encourages others 3- Influences others for Christ

INTRO.- ILL.- Someone asked: How do you know when a politician is telling the truth? When he pulls his ear, he is telling the truth. When he rubs his nose, he is telling the truth, but when he opens his mouth, he is lying. I’m sure that’s how many people feel about most politicians. ILL.- They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful Attendance Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 22, 2004

based on 27 ratings

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What is your response to the cross? Are you faithful in attending worship?

Understanding God’s Will My Response to the Cross: Faithful Attendance Hebrews 10:19¡X25 Introduction The Musk Ox seems to have more sense than God’s family at times. When faced with danger the musk oxen form a circle with their heads and horns outward and their young and weak in the center. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Church, God's Footstool"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 18, 2007

based on 17 ratings

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God does not live in a box, and his name is not Jack! The local Church should be likened unto a footstool. An easy five point outline to preach.

Sub Title: "God’s name is not Jack!" Introduction: Although King David had accomplished many things in his life, his greatest desire was to build a Temple in God’s honor. All of the other kings and kingdoms had built great Temples to their gods, it was time, David thought, to build a Temple to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Responsibilities Of The Deacon Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

based on 36 ratings

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3 7 in a series on 1 Timothy this message deals the responsiblities of the deacon in the local church.

“Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #7 “The Responsibility of the Deacon!” 1Timothy 3:8-13 The word “deacon” simply means minister or servant. Some form of this word appears ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Before You Eat

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

based on 117 ratings

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The Lord's Supper: the wonderful privilege we as Christians have in coming to the Lord's Table together

Teddy Roosevelt, the man who would become the 26th President of the United States, was afraid to go to church when he was a child because of a creature he called "The Zeal." His mother eventually realized the reason for Teddy's fear was a Scripture verse he had heard the pastor read, John 2:17, "It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

I Have A Dream

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Jan 7, 2006

based on 6 ratings

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Building the kingdom of God

Luke 14:28-30 I have a dream (vision) “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it? For if he lays the foundation and is not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule him, saying, ‘This fellow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can We Keep From Singing? Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 19, 2008

based on 7 ratings

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49th in a series from Ephesians. The kind of music that flows from our lives when we are controlled by the Holy Spirit.

Over the past several decades the church has engaged in what has become known as the “Worship Wars.” We’ve experienced a seemingly endless debate about what is the right kind of music to sing in our worship services. Hymns or praise choruses? Traditional or contemporary? Organs or guitars? But when ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Surprising The World Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 29, 2023

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Understand that not all Christians are called to be evangelists in the traditional sense, but all are called to live lives that provoke questions about their faith. This can be done through acts of kindness, words of affirmation, and giving gifts.

Have you ever felt a bit freaked out when you hear the word 'evangelism'? Like, does it make you think of knocking on strangers' doors or trying to convince your friends at school to come to church? It can feel a bit like you're being asked to sell something, right? Well, let's take a chill pill ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Peter 3:15-16

Topics: Spiritual Outreach, Questionable Ethics, Faith Lifestyle, Evangelical Practices

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