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  • Michael McCartney avatar

    The Church: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 23, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,369 views

    The Lord Jesus Christ laid down his life for the church knowing completely that it would have the good, the bad and the ugly connected to it.

    The Church: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Thesis: The Lord Jesus Christ laid down his life for the church knowing completely that it would have the good, the bad and the ugly connected to it. Texts: Ephesians 5:25-27; Acts 2:42-47; 1 Cor. 1:10-17 Video Illustration: The end of the movie The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Church The Way It Ought To Be

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 123 ratings
     | 8,617 views

    From the moment this church came to be, the people were fired up. They were exhibiting the critical characteristics of a healthy church. They were doing church the way Christ intended it to be done. The church was alive.

    Church The Way It Ought To Be Acts 2:42-47 Preached By Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church October 22, 2000 Grand Opening Service Introduction: This truly is a day for celebration. Those of us who make up the Pico Canyon team has been looking forward to this day for two years. The ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How Church Is Done 3

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 26, 2006
     | 1,228 views

    Our joy in God’s grace and peace must translate into real life, a life worthy of the calling which we have received.

    How Church is Done 3: Growth via Small Groups Let me give a quick overview so far in our message series on Ephesians. Eph 1-3 paints a picture of how God is running the show with all his love. The universe has meaning and purpose and God is in the middle of it. Yes the world we live in is dark but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Faithful In Attendance Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 11, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,309 views

    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

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Loving The Bretheren 2 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jan 18, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,513 views

    A Series on the Family of Faith inspired by the "Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren.

    16, May 2004 Dakota Community Church Love in the Family of God Part Two: Loving the Brethren – B. Opening Illustration: What is the church? Russ Blowers is a minister who is active in his local Indianapolis Rotary club. At club meetings each week a member gives a brief statement about his job. ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Loving Each Other Through Small Groups Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Jan 20, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,143 views

    In small groups, every person can experience and give out the love for each other we’ve been commanded to show.

    Keeping the Main Thing the Main Thing 2. Loving Each Other Through Small Groups January 15/16, 2005 Don Jaques MAIN POINT: In small groups, every person can experience and give out the love for each other we’ve been commanded to show. INTRO: A few years ago at a small groups conference they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Eric Snyder avatar

    Leadership Lessons

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,501 views

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    Leadership Lessons Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ Exodus 18: 13-26 July 15, 2001 A small boy was asked by his teacher, "What is the size of the Democratic Party?" "About 5 feet 2 inches," he replied promptly. "NO!" exploded the teacher" I mean, how MANY members does it have? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus, Help!...i'm A Gentile

    Contributed by David Watters on Jan 10, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,137 views

    God gave Paul a mystery to share with the world. Something for both Jews and Gentiles.

    Sermon: Jesus, Help!...I’m a Gentile. Scripture: Ephesians 3: 1-12 Good morning... Today, I want to ask...Have you read your Bible any this last week? Have you at least picked out one verse and meditated on it during this last week? Have you read through that verse more than once...maybe ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Greatest Mother Alive

    Contributed by Jason Horrocks on May 9, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,343 views

    This is a sermon comparing Eve to the Church of God, using types and shadows.

    "But Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all." Gal. 4:26 I would like to first say, "Happy Mother’s Day" to all the mothers present here this morning. "Mother’s Day" is a very special time for me personally, because, I can not think of anyone else (except for Lisa) that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Become An Expert Builder

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 28, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,299 views

    We are all construction workers. What kind of a builder are you in God’s building project? Are you the sloppy, get it done fast kind - or an expert builder. Find out how to become a master tradesman in God’s kingdom.

    For an audio copy of this message, go to www.LivingWatersWeb.com and search for 2003-017. When I was a high school student I admit I didn’t understand wood shop. I just didn’t get why it was so important to build a bird house in just the prescribed manner. I didn’t care much about building at all. ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Loving With Actions And In Truth Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,205 views

    We are a people who put others first, who freely share, and who love in truth and action.

    Loving With Actions And In Truth: Who We Are 1 John 3:16-22 Oct 16, 2005 Intro: What is love? I’m married to a scientist; some of her colleagues would describe love simply as a biochemical reaction in the brain that produces a variety of emotional stimuli and motivation for behavior. Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Big Is Your Vision

    Contributed by Robert Donato on Jun 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,912 views

    God has a purpose and a plan for each church and we need to be devoted to accomplishing it.

    How Big Is Your Vision? 2 Kings 4:1-7 What is your singular, most passionate desire? The greatest achievements in life are usually accomplished by this intense focus. Do you have a ruling passion? If so, what is it? Bob Feller was a great major leaguer, one of the very best. As a child, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Gregg Barbour avatar

    Body Piercing Saved My Life - What To Do With Piercings And Tattoos

    Contributed by Gregg Barbour on Feb 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,762 views

    Learn what the Bible has to say about piercings and tattoos in this stimulating sermon on a hot topic.

    When I was in High School, I went to this winter retreat in Gatlinburg, TN called Winter Xtreme. There were tons of teenagers there, and this was about the time that wearing a Christian T-Shirt made you a “Cool Christian.” I remember seeing a shirt with a saying that I’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • John Lowe avatar

    In Christ Dwells The Fullness Of God, And You Are Complete In Him Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 4, 2018
     | 8,747 views

    Christ embodies “all the fullness” that constitutes divinity and sovereign God―all the attributes of the Godhead.

    10/14/18 Tom Lowe IVA2. IN CHRIST DWELLS THE FULLNESS OF GOD, AND YOU ARE COMPLETE IN HIM (COLOSSIANS 2:9-10) • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” follow associated verses. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 2:9-10 (NIV) (9) For in Him all the fullness of Deity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 3 - What Is Our Purpose As God's People Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Feb 11, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,786 views

    Part 3 of our Finding Purpose series will focus on the top commands from God to us on how we are to be. Loving God with all of our heart, mind and soul and loving our neighbor as we love ourselves.

    FINDING PURPOSE Part 3 – What is our Purpose as God’s People? † SCRIPTURE READING This week we will be looking at what our purpose as God’s people is. This very question was posed to Jesus in our scripture reading today, an expert in religious law asking Jesus this question trying to test Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church