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  • Steve Smith avatar

    Church Plan And Purpose

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Jan 19, 2010
     | 2,601 views

    A review our the importance of using what God has given us for the purpose of growing and building up the church.

    I. REVIEW FROM TODAY Where is Paul? Prison What has happened? Judaisers adding circumcision & other requirements to grace 3.2 (we do the same) READ PHIL 3:12 1. What had Paul not obtained? (Vs. 10) 2. What were 4 parts of vs. 10 3. Describe Godly perfection (12) – Phil 1.6 & Eph ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Expect To Be Blessed Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,475 views

    Expecting To Be Blessed sometimes means giving up every one of our own plans and hanging on for dear life.

    Expect To Be Blessed Faith Expectations Part 1 04/20/08 PM Reading: Romans 15:4-13 Text: Jeremiah 29:11-14 [This lesson and this series are drawn from the writings of Tom Allen in his book “What to expect now that you believe.”] Introduction We are told in Romans 15:4 “For whatever was written in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Cock-A-Doodle-Do Moments, Easter Pt 1

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Mar 23, 2010
     | 2,931 views

    The Moment you mess up is one step away from being restored. www.preaching.co.nr

    Calvary and the Cross were close at hand. Jesus shared the Passover meal with His closest friends and revealed that one among them would be His betrayer. v.22 His disciples, understandably, began to ask who among them would do such a thing to Jesus, v.23 but their conversation quickly turned to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Grace Vs. Gravity Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 13, 2010
     | 3,879 views

    Two forces at work – grace and gravity – (pulling us up or down) offerings & Christmas-time amplifies that reality...

    The Grace of Gift-Giving II Corinthians 9:6-11, 15 * Two forces at work – grace and gravity – (pulling us up or down) Christmas amplifies that reality * Most unusual Christmas message – while most preachers work at emphasizing Christ, turning our attention away from presents…I’d like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Prayer For People Who Have Everything Series

    Contributed by Joel Smith on May 4, 2009
     | 3,623 views

    Jesus must be the source of your confidence if you’re ever going to stand up and stand out for God.

    Back in my teen years a co-worker at the Red Barn Fish Camp #2 in Tyro, NC introduced me to a club that he said I never wanted to be a member of if I could help it. It’s called the WSC Club. The subject came up because one of our buddies in the kitchen wanted to ask a girl out on a date, but he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "A Messiah Who Prays Part 2: Roadblocks To Prayer" Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 14, 2009
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     | 4,156 views

    We need to make sure that we are not putting up roadblocks that keep our prayers from being answered.

    A Messiah Who Prays Part 2: Roadblocks to Prayer Text: Matt. 6:14-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: When I was about 18 years old, I have taken my Mom to work, and on the way home I hit a patch of ice and lost control of the car. The car came to a screeching halt after I hit the concrete divider ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted Series

    Contributed by John Petty on Oct 18, 2011
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     | 7,317 views

    Persecution against the children of God is meant to accomplish two things... shut them up and shut them down.

    Matthew 5: 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Today I want to speak on something that has been going on since the birth of Cain and Able… the persecution of the children of God. It is no coincidence the last Beatitude ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Antichrists And The Antichrist Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 23, 2012
     | 7,061 views

    Many people have set themselves up in direct opposition to Christ, but the most successful opponent is yet to come.

    Antichrists and THE Antichrist (topical) 1. We were all shocked to hear of the horrible massacre at a Colorado movie theater. 2. I don’t know if violence is growing, but it seems to be. If it things continue to deteriorate, society will probably surrender some of our freedoms for security. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Rejoice With Me; Searching For The Lost Series

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 8, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,653 views

    This sermon was deliberately intended to shock and shake up the Church. God’s priorities need to be our priorities - the Lost!

    ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep’ (15:6). ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin’ (15:9). Rejoice with me; a young drug dealer is now clean. Rejoice with me; a former racist has completely changed his ways. Rejoice with me; a broken-hearted abused woman has found healing in body, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Valley Of Dry Bones

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Aug 17, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 17,207 views

    They were saying, ‘Our bones are dried up and our hope is gone; we are cut off.’

    “The Valley of Bones.” Pastor Allan Kircher SPBC 24 Jan 2010 Ezekiel 37:-1-14 The Books of I and II Kings were written about the period leading up to the Babylonian exile to show the people how their plight was the result of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    As For Me And My House

    Contributed by Glenn Abel on Jun 10, 2009
    based on 45 ratings
     | 49,344 views

    Father’s Day sermon based on Joshua 24:15 presented as a challenge for men to stand up and be counted

    AS FOR ME AND MY HOUSE Joshua 24:15 Joshua is near the end of his life. He has been the successor to Moses. He had big shoes to fill. He filled them well. He has led Israel into Palestine, the Land of Promise, and gained control of the major central areas – a beachhead. Now he calls upon the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Options Menu Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 29, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,155 views

    Fleshing out what it means to be a local church in Christ made up of diverse individuals functioning with a unity of purpose.

    SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Offices & Gifts) “THE OPTIONS MENU” (1 Cor. 12:12-31) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, June 28, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Encouragement

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Feb 15, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,554 views

    Christian encouragement does not shower us with pity; it is support needed to stand up and get beyond the current situation.

    CHRISTIAN ENCOURAGEMENT ILLUSTRATION There is an old proverb about the leader of a city who would take daily walks to gain peace of mind and inspiration from nature. One day, the burdens of his position had his mind more disturbed than normal and the old man found himself walking much further ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Righteous Are Not Forsaken

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 21, 2015
     | 7,765 views

    To prove in the bible that the LORD cares for us during youth and up to our old age, we are forever blessed.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you forsaken by GOD? No. Hebrews 13:5 & Deuteronomy 31:6 Hebrews 13:5 Let your character or moral disposition be free from love of money [including greed, avarice, lust, and craving for earthly possessions] and be satisfied with your present [circumstances and with what you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Getting Rid Of The Agagite: Generational Curses Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 17, 2015
     | 9,569 views

    A message about the importance of dealing with generational curses (things we pick up from family). Different angle.

    Title: Get Rid of the Agagite Theme: To show the importance of full obedience. Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-23 • Offering: Matthew 25:21 — “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God