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  • Ric Veal avatar

    The Church Of Transition

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Jan 30, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,579 views

    From the regular to the radical

    THE CHURCH OF TRANSITION Joshua 1:1-9 Introduction: . The word transition means the passing from one condition, place, or activity to another. . From the lukewarm to the hot; from death to life . From the passive to the active. . From the talk to the walk; from lack to abundance . ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church For Everyone Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,145 views

    Christians are called to be witnesses to the ends of the earth and to make disciples of all nations. No person or group of people is excluded from God’s love and God’s desire to have them participate in God’s kingdom.

    Acts 10:1-23 “A Community for Everyone” INTRODUCTION We conclude our examination of the early Church and the early Christians this Sunday. Our brief study has been both exciting and empowering. We have discovered what the mission and purpose of the church is. We have learned how to maintain ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Community - Ii

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 10, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,660 views

    Conclusion to Why Community.

    Dakota Community Church January 20, 2008 Why Community? - II 1. Jesus did not come to establish “excellent” presentations. John 13:34-35 "A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Created In God's Image And Likeness

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 54 ratings
     | 32,576 views

    We hear it often said: "Well, I’m only human!" We need to think twice before we make such a statement.

    CREATED IN GOD’S IMAGE AND LIKENESS “Then God said, ‘Let us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth.’ So God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Our Ambition?

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,759 views

    We can stray away from Jesus if we have the wrong ambitions for our churches.

    IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT NOBODY WANTS TO DELIBERATELY FAIL AT ANYTHING. THE INTERESTING THING ABOUT "FAILING" IS THE NEED TO UNDERSTAND THE BASICS OF FAILURE ITSELF. THE GREATEST NEWS ABOUT FAILURE IS THAT FAILURE IN AND OF ITSELF IS NEVER FINAL. YOU CAN LEARN GREAT LESSONS FROM FAILURE IF YOU ARE ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    A Year Of Rebuilding

    Contributed by Chew Chew on Aug 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,709 views

    This sermon was preached when I was asked to take over the youth ministry of the church which was in shambles.

    Title: A Year of Rebuilding Text: Nehemiah Chapter 1 When I was asked to take up the role of youth pastor, that was sometime in October period, I began to pray and asked the Lord what was that which he wants to do in YIA. That time He told me two things. 1. Gather my people 2. A year of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Blessed!

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,733 views

    Ephesians is rich and encouraging.

    1. We are in the beginning stages of an exciting study… • Ephesians is such a rich and encouraging book highlighting the great blessings of God in our lives. • It’s commonly been called the Alps of the New Testament. • A highpoint in all of the Bible! • What breathtaking and inspiring views we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mushrooms Or Maple Trees: Sermon #6 Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 6, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,106 views

    Jesus’ Church is to be a place where all humankind is received and welcomed with grace.

    Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #6 Sermon Objective: Jesus’ Church is to be a place where all humankind is received and welcomed with grace. PRE-SERVICE INTRODUCTION We are in a sermon series called Mushrooms and Maple Trees. Mushrooms sprout up overnight and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What Is The Church? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 11, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,275 views

    This sermon is the first in a short series of messages on the church, and it examines what the church of Jesus Christ is.

    Scripture For the next four weeks or so I would like to interrupt my series in Paul’s letter to the Romans and preach a short series of sermons on the church. I am doing so for the following reason. Over the course of this past year the Session of the Tampa Bay Presbyterian church has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Investments Tips For A Healthy Church

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 22, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,108 views

    This sermon is geared for a church celebrating an anniversary. THis is our 45th year anniversary service.

    Investment Tips For A Healthy Church 9/23/07 Ecclesiastes 12:1-7 Matthew 9:35-38 Today we look back and recognize the 45 years God has blessed this particular part of the body of Christ known first as Glenville Presbyterian Church and today as Glenville New Life Community Church PCUSA. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brian William avatar

    Back To The Basics: The Church Series

    Contributed by Brian William on Oct 25, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,786 views

    Fourth in the "Back to the Basics" series, exploring the foundational beliefs of Christians. This sermon addresses the question, "What do Christians believe about the Body of Christ, the Church?"

    This past week, someone brought to my attention a different kind of church. Travel a half-hour south of Dallas, Texas, and you’ll find the Cowboy Church of Ellis County. Based on the photographs they provide on their website, you’ve got a few choices if you want to lead worship at the Cowboy ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Stewardship Of God's People: His Sheep

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 14, 2007
     | 2,847 views

    A look at the shepherding function in the local church. It is not just ordained pastors who have a responsibility. Every seasoned believer is part of this process.

    Stewardship of God’s Sheep; His People Pastor Eric J. Hanson October 15, 2006 Introduction As I began to prepare the message, the Holy Spirit moved me in a different direction. He showed me that within the life of each local church, there is another type of broad and overarching stewardship, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    What Is A True Church? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,685 views

    How does one distinguish a true church from a false church? This sermon examines three marks that define a true church of Christ.

    Scripture Last week I began a short series of sermons on the topic of the church. Jesus is building his church. All over the world, whether in urban or rural areas, in densely or sparsely populated areas, or in places hostile or friendly toward Christianity, Jesus is building his church. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jim Heidebrecht avatar

    He's Not Heavy, He's My Brother Series

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Aug 20, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,049 views

    Sermon # 20 in Galatains Series. Builds on previous text from sermon 19, the battle within Spirit versus Flesh, this is practical example of living "in step" with the Spirit.

    Gal 6: 1-2 INTRODUCTION PATRICK HENRY HUGHES (EXAMPLE OF BURDENS SHARED) BLIND, CRIPPLED DADS RESPONSE PATRICKS GROWTH/TALENT DADS COMMITTMENT/SACR. EACH FOCUSED ON THE OTHER GAL 6:1-2 CONT. OF LIVING IN SPIRIT PRACTICAL SITUATION I. CAUGHT IN SIN A. THE SLIP BY BELIEVER OVERTAKEN, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Aspects Of A Vibrant Church

    Contributed by Greg Barron on Aug 21, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,232 views

    To illustrate six aspects that should be present in every vibrant church.

    Paul and his team had come to Troas when Paul had received a vision at night in which he saw a man from Macedonia pleading with him to come and help them. Immediately they went to Macedonia concluding that the Lord had called them to preach the gospel to them. They went through Philippi where ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist