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  • Richard Wilson avatar

    Praying Like Paul For The Church

    Contributed by Richard Wilson on Nov 19, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 5,479 views

    Paul gives us a strong example of how to pray for the church.

    Praying Like Paul For The Church Colossians 1:9-11 9 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. 10 And we pray this in order that you may live a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus And The Church Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 31, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,767 views

    Jesus died for the church, wherein we find our greatest selves.

    Jesus and the Church For hours on a spring day, Jesus hung on the Roman cross, jeered at by those of his nation- the Jews- and Gentile Romans, alike. Those who had sought him during his ministry turned on him. He was abandoned by those too fearful to be identified with him. His closest friends ran ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Recipe For The Church

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 9, 2006
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     | 4,447 views

    This is a communion message, which included an object lesson of the importance of all the elements of a cake recipe. I actually mixed a cake as the message was delivered.

    Introduction I. This morning we are going to celebrate “communion” II. Communion; my dictionary gives these definitions for the word, A. The sharing of intimate thoughts and feelings. B. The service of Christian worship at which bead and wine are consecrated and share, the Eucharist C. An ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Church Buildings?

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 9, 2022
     | 1,970 views

    What lessons beside who is my neighbor can be found in the Woman at the Well narrative? Actually, quite a bit. This lesson is that Jesus was not in favor of a centralized building for worship. This restricted the LORD who was spirit and existed everywhere.

    Church Buildings? John 4:7-42 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz New American Standard 1995 John 4:7 There *came a woman of Samaria to draw water. Jesus *said to her, “Give Me a drink.” 8 For His adisciples had gone away into bthe city to buy food. 9 Therefore the aSamaritan woman *said to Him, “How is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Organization Of The Church

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015
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    The church began not as a mixture of saved and unsaved. Only true believers would associate with the new religion of Christ..

    Church, Organization of the Organization of the Church The church began not as a mixture of saved and unsaved. Only true believers would associate with the new religion of Christ. The way was too narrow for people to walk in, and persecution from the outside and judgment from the inside (Acts 5) ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Church On The Move

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 20,240 views

    Perhaps one of the most humiliating and discouraging experiences we could face is that of being denied upward mobility and advancement in the quest of life. This message deals the danger of staying too long in one condition.

    Perhaps one of the most humiliating and discouraging experiences we could face is that of being denied upward mobility and advancement in the quest of life. To be held back, detained, put on hold as a result of our failure to apply ourselves and take seriously the task, challenge or opportunity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying Church Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008
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     | 9,623 views

    We have an example in this text of the Local N.T. Church in Jerusalem in prayer during a time of crisis in their church. And we can see also in this text that their prayer was miraculously answered. Anytime a church is not experiencing souls being saved o

    Illustration: There was a tenant in an apartment building who was a widow woman who loved God dearly. Her landlord on the other hand despised God and her faith. One day she ran out of food and money and with no one to help she turned to God in prayer. She prayed, “Oh dear God please help me in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Church Of Tolerance

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 9, 2006
    based on 30 ratings
     | 8,003 views

    In our society today, tolerance is considered a virtue. But our definition of it has changed - and accepting and even applauding any and every practice will weaken and pollute our lives. Learn how to safeguard your church and your life from compromise.

    When I read verses 18-29 I picture a church in turmoil - a good church with good people that has been infiltrated with those who would exploit weakness and draw off believers into immorality. The good people stand by and watch - and mourn. The church in Thyatira was small - and sometimes in a small ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Church Happenings

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 5, 2007
    based on 63 ratings
     | 3,492 views

    In the first church, let’s take a look at what happened and how it relates to the church today. 1- the proclamation of the gospel 2- the persecution of the apostles 3- the proliferation of the church

    INTRO.- Church happenings. What is happening in our churches? ILL.- A group of women were talking. One lady said, “Our congregation is sometimes down to thirty and forty on Sunday night.” Another said, “That’s nothing, sometimes our group is down to six or seven.” An old maid added her bit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church Is Boring

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,345 views

    To share that church is not a stuffy boring place but a place full of excitement and life.

    “Church is Boring” Scripture: Hebrew 10: 25 Date: 18 April 2010 Purpose: To share that church is not a stuffy boring place but a place full of excitement and life. Illustration: Rebecca D. on Christian Net posted ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Real Church Series

    Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 11, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,662 views

    What does a real church look like on the inside

    Real Church Philippians 2:1-4 The Preacher’s Outline and Sermon Bible says this, “The Philippian church was a strong church—a very strong church. When a church is strong, it is always full of vision and planning, and it is always working out a strategy to carry forth the gospel. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Future Church Series

    Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 11, 2015
     | 7,590 views

    What does a forward looking church look like?

    The Future Church Philippians 3:12-16 New Barna Research has discovered that a person’s lifelong behaviors and views are generally developed when they are young – usually prior to reaching teen years. The research showed 4 critical outcomes: First, a person’s moral foundations ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Loving Church

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 3, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,068 views

    What is a church? Is it a place for the religious and the ceremonial? Is it a place for history and tradition, Is it a place for socializing and cliques Or is it a place where the love of God is known,

    The Loving Church 1 John 4:7-4:20 When was the last time that you heard someone going on about how great church was last week. • They were filled with joy, There was a sense of excitement, • The Spirit was moving • And it felt like everyone there had made a connection with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Marriage Of The Church Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 14, 2018
     | 5,031 views

    Message 31 in our exposition of Revelation focusing on the marriage of the church in chapter 19.

    The Revelation of Jesus Christ “The Marriage Preparation of the Bride” Revelation 19:7-10 INTRODUCTION We are coming closer to the culmination of God’s grand plan for restoring His prize creation to His original intent. Revelation unveils the events of the final years of the fulfillment of every ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Unity In The Church Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 24, 2015
     | 9,343 views

    A look at what makes a healthy and unified church.

    The Church - Unity Romans 14:1-13 October 4, 2015 A man died and met St Peter at the gate. Peter asked, “Would you like a tour?” The man said, “Sure.” So, Peter led the man down a long hall with many doors. They stopped at the first door and Peter opened it and said ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist