Sermons about Refining The Body

Christian A&p 101: Nourishment & Communication Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 5, 2005

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Sermon 3 in a series of 4 sermons reflecting on Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ. In this sermon we examine how members participate in the sharing of nourishment and information in the body.

CHRISTIAN A & P 101: COMMUNICATION & NOURISHMENT Ephesians 4: 1-7; 11- 16 1. Over the past two Sunday we have been examining Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ and my purpose has been to highlight at least 4 aspects of our human anatomy and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Christian A&p 101: Carrying Out The Will & Directives Of The Head Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 5, 2005

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Sermon 4 in a series of 4 sermons reflecting on Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ. In this message we focus on the body’s responsibility to carry out the will of the Head.

CHRISTIAN A & P 101: CARRYING OUT THE WILL & DIRECTIVES OF THE HEAD Colossians 1:15-20 1. Over the past three Sundays we have been examining the Apostle Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ and have reflected thus far on three lessons we learn from our human anatomy and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Living As A Citizen Of Heaven On Earth

Contributed by Jess Bousa on Oct 10, 2005

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Christians must understand their roles as citizens of Heaven here on earth so that they can maximize their full potential as one who is called to spread the gospel to the ends of the earth!

Joel Osteen writes in his book a true story about a famous golfer who was invited by the king of Saudi Arabia to play in a golf tournament. He accepted the invitation, and the king flew his private jet over to the United States to pick up the pro. They played golf for several days, and enjoyed a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faithful In Attendance Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 11, 2005

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A call to be faithful in attending the gathering of the church, and a commitment to contact those who are missing.

A. Let me begin with a few stories. 1. The story is told of three preachers who got together for coffee one day and found out that all of them faced the same problem with bat-infestations in their church buildings. a. One of them sad, “I got mad and took a shotgun and fired at them. I missed the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deeds Not Words Series

Contributed by Edward Nutter on Apr 11, 2005

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People won’t care what we say, if it is just words, with no actions...

1 Corinthians 13 1 If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Thank God For The Church!

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2005

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Introduction to 1 Corinthians

Imagine a church wracked with divisions. Powerful leaders promote themselves against each other, each with his band of loyal followers. One of them is having an affair with his stepmother, and, instead of disciplining him, many in the church boast of his freedom in Christ to behave in such a way. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Foundations Series

Contributed by Erick Adams on Apr 17, 2005

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Second in a series of sermons from the book of Ephesians.

The Foundations Rev. Erick J. Adams Kiel Alliance Church April 10, 2005 Thesis Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Were Formed For God's Family Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

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God wants us to love what He loves and that’s the church

“YOU WERE FORMED FOR GOD’S FAMILY” Sunday, May 9, 2004 40 DAYS OF PURPOSE - week 3 We welcome you back to 40 Days of Purpose. This is the third week of our series spanning 40 days from April 25 to June 6. We are asking, and seeking the answer to, the question “What on earth am I here for?” We ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You A One-Brick Building? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

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If you are a follower of Christ, God has a building project in you - creating you for things He planned a long time ago - but He is also building you into something greater. The question is, are you ready, or do you like going it alone?

1 As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, 2 in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world and of the ruler of the kingdom of the air, the spirit who is now at work in those who are disobedient. 3 All of us also lived among them at one time, gratifying the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

We Are The Winners Series

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Apr 28, 2005

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Nothing can stop the church in Action! The Acts of the HS in the Apostles is the greatest example for the ACTION OF THE CHURCH TODAY!

We are the Winners in this Game of Life! I have read the end of The Book and we win! Nothing can stop the church in Action! The Acts of the HS in the Apostles is the greatest example for the ACTION OF THE CHURCH TODAY! Acts 5:12-40 -- Key verses = 39-42 The world cant stop us! – The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

Firestorms

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 1, 2005

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Firestorms in relationships can ignite quickly and do maximum damage in a short period of time. Therefore, we need to learn how to prevent firestorms, we need to learn how to put out firestorms, and we need to know how to rebuild after a firestorm has sco

Firestorms in Life Thesis: Firestorms in relationships can ignite quickly and do maximum damage in a short period of time. Therefore, we need to learn how to prevent firestorms, we need to learn how to put out firestorms, and we need to know how to rebuild after a firestorm has scorched our ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Welcomes All People Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005

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Part of a series on what the church is called t be.

“The Church You’ve Always Longed For: Welcomes all People” TEXT: Leviticus 19: 32-34 Throughout September, October and most of November, we will be talking about the church that God longs for. Last week I asked you to think about this phrase, “I like church, but....” Have ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:32-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When You Are New In The Church Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 12, 2005

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This message will guide us when we are new in A church. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and keep

WHEN YOUR NEW IN THE CHURCH Gal 1:18-24 NASB {18} Then three years later I went up to Jerusalem to become acquainted with Cephas, and stayed with him fifteen days. {19} But I did not see any other of the apostles except James, the Lord’s brother. {20} (Now in what I am writing to you, I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:18-24

Denomination: *other

Purpose Driven Life: Why Church

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 16, 2005

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It explains the rold of church in living purpose driven life

Purpose driven Life: Why church 9/12/2004 He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thes. 2:14 Beginning just 3 weeks ago, some of us have been reading the book, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Day The World Changed Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on May 17, 2005

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THE CHURCH OF OUR LORD WAS NEVER AN AFTERTHOUGHT. IT WAS PURPOSED BY GOD BEFORE THE WORLD WAS CREATED. THE CHURCH IS COMPOSED OF GOD’S PEOPLE.

The Church: The Day The World Changed Text: Acts, Chapter 2 This morning, I’d like to continue our series on the Lord’s Church. Some think the Church was an institution that kind of showed in history and developed over time in the ways that man decided it should. Nothing could be further from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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