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  • Heart Values

    Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 9, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,391 views

    A look at the core values of our church and what they mean for individual beleivers.

    “Heart Values” The Core of the Church August 13, 2006 Introduction: Today we are going to begin a two week look at the uniqueness of LifeQuest. We are going to focus in on the heart of our church; what makes us unique, different, and shapes the design, flow and maintenance of the ministry here. It ...read more

  • The Irony Of Working On The Sabbath

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,525 views

    Can a Christian really work on Sunday? Can work be a form of worship on Sunday?

    I HAVE A CONFESSION TO MAKE. I LIKE A RESTFUL “PEACE AND QUIET” ON SUNDAYS. SUNDAY. RESURRECTION DAY! THE DAY, AS A CHRISTIAN, I FIRMLY BELIEVE TO BE OUR SABBATH. UNFORTUNATELY, IT HAS COME TO MY ATTENTION THAT NOT EVERYONE SEES IT THAT WAY. I MUST HUMBLY CONFESS THAT FOR THE PAST TWO MONTHS, I ...read more

  • Members With A Mission

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 13, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,516 views

    What is the role of a believer in the context of the local church and the ministry of the church.

    I want to talk about our role as believers in the context of the local church and the ministry of the church. Heb 10:19-20 Through Christ’s blood the door has been opened for all mankind to enter the presence of God. Heb 10:21-23 We have been EMPOWERED … through the work of Christ on the cross ...read more

  • More Heart Values

    Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 16, 2006
     | 1,672 views

    The final four values that shape our church and our Christian walk.

    “More Heart Values” The Core of the Church August 20, 2006 Introduction: Last week we began looking at the foundation of the values and beliefs that shapes the core of LifeQuest. Today we want to continue that study looking at the final four core values of our church community and how they apply ...read more

  • What About Your Gestures?

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Aug 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,786 views

    The gestures of worship - lifting up holy hands in praise - must be in sync with the gestures of holy living.

    Gesture Theology Ephesians 5:15-20 August 20, 2006 I remember the very first sermon I ever preached. It was at License to Preach School down at DePauw University during the summer of 1972, between my freshman and sophomore years in college. I knew that I was headed for seminary by that time, and ...read more

  • State Of The Church Address

    Contributed by Mark Price on Aug 21, 2006
     | 2,340 views

    This message was shared with the church as we approach a transitional period through which we will address the needs of the church and add ministries, classes, and outreaches to better enable us to reach our community for Christ

    Introduction Q. What do you spouse people picture in their minds when we mention Porter Free Will Baptist Church? • For the unchurched, they may envision a tan brick building which sits on a hill behind Gampps’ BP. • For the Christian community, they may envision the people that utilize that ...read more

  • Church And Community Membership And Action In Light Of Christ's Return

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 22, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,480 views

    It is necessary for the church to be involved in community participation and action in light of Christ’s imminent return. I believe that there are three reasons why we need to establish and support biblical community within the church in these Last Days –

    CHURCH AND COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP AND ACTION IN LIGHT OF CHRIST’S RETURN HEBREWS 10:25 Introduction: Hebrews 10:25 encouraged the Hebrew Christians to find strength in participation and involvement in their local church in light of the pending destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple. They were ...read more

  • Are You A Revolutionary? Part 1

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Aug 22, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,034 views

    In 2005 George Barna, the founder and director of the Barna Group, a research and resource firm that provides valuable information to ministries and corporations, wrote a book titled Revolution. It is a book that discusses the paradigm shift that is happe

    (This message was inspired by George Barna and his book, Revolution. I also found Sermon Central contributor, J. Martin’s messages on this topic helpful.) In 2005 George Barna, the founder and director of the Barna Group, a research and resource firm that provides valuable information to ...read more

  • The Power Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Aug 25, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,594 views

    Where does the power for living as an effective witness for Christ come from? The answer is none other than the Holy Spirit.

    Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds The Power of the Church Text: Acts 1:1-8 Introduction: On Father’s Day in 1997, Ricardo Enamorado set out on a jet ski from Chicago’s Wilson Avenue Boat Ramp and headed north along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. After traveling several miles north, at about ...read more

  • Relevance Or Relic: Pairing God's Anointing With A Calling Or A Corpse

    Contributed by M B on Aug 25, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,493 views

    Avoiding the common pitfalls that slow churches & christians down and learning to operate in God’s anointing.

    TITLE: RELEVANCE OR RELIC: PAIRING GOD’S ANOINTING WITH A CALLING OR A CORPSE TEXT: 1 KINGS 19:19-21; 2 KINGS 2:1-18; 5:20, 24-27; 13:14-21 1 Kings 19:19-21 19 So he departed thence, and found Elisha the son of Shaphat, who was plowing with twelve yoke of oxen before him, and he with the ...read more

  • Are You A Revolutionary? Part 3

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Aug 30, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,047 views

    Today we are going to look at the final definition: Definition 4 – A complete or radical change of any kind. God wants to do a sudden, radical, and complete change in each of us.

    (This message was inspired by George Barna and his book, Revolution. I also found Sermon Central contributor, J. Martin’s messages on this topic helpful.) Are you a Revolutionary? Are you in a close orbit with God? Are you doing whatever it takes to get closer to God and to help others do the ...read more

  • The Obedience Of Love; The Love Of Obedience

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,520 views

    Fourth sermon in the summer 2006 Series, “Being God’s People by Serving, Obeying, and Giving.”

    What is love? Love has always been a big topic of discussion between us humans. Much is said about love and much is written about love. However, it seems to me that we have never been able to give a satisfactory answer to the question, ‘What is love?’ (1) But we are often able to describe love ...read more

  • Giving It All, Giving It Well

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,972 views

    Fifth sermon in the summer 2006 Series, “Being God’s People by Serving, Obeying, and Giving.”

    It is good to be back with you after another week of vacation and thanks for your prayers for my mom during her surgery this past week. Her doctor expressed satisfaction Friday afternoon with her surgery and recovery so far. Thanks also for your prayers on behalf of my uncle’s family as they give ...read more

  • A Place To Recover Series

    Contributed by John Browning on Sep 5, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,892 views

    Our church needs to be a place where broken people can recover.

    Today’s message is about recovery from brokenness. This has been a strength of MCC and I hope it always is. Jesus loves and heals broken hearted people. Let’s be a church that He can use in this process. Our passage for today is Luke 15(11-24). (Read Passage) Being lost or losing something is a ...read more

  • Worship Wars

    Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Sep 5, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,001 views

    This sermon attempts to address some of the divide in our church over worship music by recognizing the focus is not on our preference but on God.

    In the last month or so I have heard some interesting comments. I’ve heard, “we don’t sing enough of the old hymns,” or “I don’t like the new music,” and I have also heard “we are singing too many hymns,” or “we sing songs too slow.” Interesting isn’t it? Whenever people are involved there are ...read more