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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “using The Office Of Deacon Well”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,553 views

    What are the qualities a church should look for in a Deacon?

    We read here about the election of the first Deacons. In verse 1 we are told of a situation that demanded attention. Part of the congregation was being neglected. The Greek speaking Jews in the early church believed that the Aramaic speaking Jews were receiving all of the attention of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lifting Self-Esteem Through Church Life Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 8, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,042 views

    Although this passage is not the cure-all for self-esteem problems, it clearly will make a significant difference. Walk with the Lord and serve the Lord and you will feel better about yourself.

    Lifting Self Esteem Through Church Life (Romans 12:3-8) 1. People will try anything to build their self-esteem: A mild mannered young man came into a counselor’s office ready for a divorce. He complained that his bride was so bossy that she was driving him off the wall. He wanted things to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Help! My Church Isn't Growing

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Jul 7, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
     | 19,844 views

    What does the Bible say about why a church isn’t growing and how it can be corrected.

    Help! My Church Isn’t Growing In many ways pastors and churches are judged by whether or not their church is growing. It becomes painful to admit to the brethren that we haven’t seen growth in a church we pastor - whether addition by baptism or transfer. What does the Bible have to say about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seven Demons That Attack The Church, Part 1

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 4, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,522 views

    A look at seven demons that cause problems in church.

    Seven Demons that Attack the Church, Part 1 I The Spirit of Religion 'But I have this against you, that you have left your first love.5 'Therefore remember from where you have fallen, and repent and do the deeds you did at first; or else I am coming to you and will remove your lampstand out of its ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Anderson avatar

    Why Does Your Church Need You?

    Contributed by Perry Anderson on Oct 6, 2013
     | 10,923 views

    We tend to think we go to church only to get, but in truth, we go to church to give. We don't go to church, we are the church and each member is valuable and needed.

    Just as it takes every ligament to hold a physical body together, it takes each member in the body of Christ to do their part in order for the church to be strong and hold together. When each part functions the body grows and stays strong. When a part of the physical body fails to function or is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Something In Between

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Nov 12, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,392 views

    A salute to Veterans. The kind of loyalty and unity and love and oneness that is hard to find. The meaning of Church membership.

    “Something In Between” “And God has put all things under the authority of Christ, and he gave him this authority for the benefit of the church. And the church is his body; it is filled by Christ who fills everything everywhere with his presence.” Ephesians 1:22-23 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ephesus: Church Lost Its First Love

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 17, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,838 views

    Church started with Penticost, ends in heaven.

    EPHESUS: THE CHURCH THAT LEFT ITS FIRST LOVE. Revelation 2:1-7 There are many different ways to look at these letters to the seven churches. We could consider them first of all prophetically. To do so means these letters represent the stages the church will go through. It started from the day of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev Dr Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena avatar

    The Role Of The Church In The Promotion Of Peace And Reconciliation In Africa

    Contributed by Rev Dr Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena on Mar 25, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,514 views

    The church must facilitate peace and reconciliation in various societies. There is the urgent need for individuals and societies past wounds to be identified and addressed in order for genuine forgiveness and reconciliation to take place as Joseph did.

    THE ROLE OF THE CHURCH IN THE PROMOTION OF PEACE AND RECONCILIATION IN AFRICA THE BIBLE, PEACE AND RECONCILIATION Joseph in the Old Testament provides a paradigm for peace, reconciliation and healing the wounds in the history of a society. Having suffered so much from the atrocities and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Church Doctrine Should I Be Following?

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 23, 2025
     | 181 views

    Church leadership, at the top, has created numerous doctrines, rules and regulations. Which should I follow?

    What Church Doctrine Should I Be Following? Luke 11:37–54 Rabbi Dr. Rev. Michael H. Koplitz 37 Now when He had spoken, a Pharisee asked Him to have lunch with him; and He went in and reclined at the table. 38 When the Pharisee saw this, he was surprised that Jesus had not first ceremonially washed ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    When The Society Is Hot Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,271 views

    When the society is hot God will defend it, God will deliver it, and God will preserve it.

    Sermon Title and Text for July 30, 2006 Title: “When the Society is Hot” Text: Isaiah 31: 9 Focus: “… fire is in Zion, and his furnace in Jerusalem…” When the society is hot God will defend it, God will deliver it, and God will preserve it. Sermon: Modern day society and the church are facing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Church Family: A Place For You To Belong

    Contributed by C Jordan on Mar 12, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,755 views

    The church is a family – a place of serving together, support and encouragement, spiritual warmth, and standing strong together.

    OUR CHURCH FAMILY: A PLACE FOR YOU TO BELONG INTRO TO TOPIC: What is the church? The church is family. This is a common NT metaphor. “So now you Gentiles are no longer strangers and foreigners. You are citizens along with all of God's holy people. You are members of God's family.” ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Leadership Without A Voice Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 24, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,305 views

    This is the last of the ’Without" sermon series, dealing with the church remaining true to the gospel and not conforming to the world. As Christians we must ensure that the Voice of the church is clear, consistent, and conforming today.

    Leadership without a Voice Micah 3:1-6, 12 Intro Today we finish up our sermon series on the topic of “Without.” We have taken a look at multiple areas of the church that the world has done its best to influence. Today I want us to now take a look at the stand point of leadership, and more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Baptism Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 19,725 views

    Based on Romans 6:3-4 - Helps hearers understand the reasons for baptism, the requirement for baptism, & the readiness for baptism.

    “WHY DO WE DO THAT? – BAPTISM” Romans 6:3-4 FBCF – 1/8/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – 3 yr-old girl, Rena, sat w/ family during a baptismal service in a church. New experience for her. Asked, “Why did he push that guy in the water? Why, Daddy, why?” Wife tried to explain briefly & quietly in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Dave Hartson avatar

    The Lessons I Learned From Seeing Our Church Move From The Church House To The Parking Lot Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 20, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,213 views

    I remember in the beginning of March coming together and having church in the church house. And then here we are in the middle of April having church in our parking lot. We journeyed from the church house to the parking lot. It was not a long journey, but it was a journey.

    Introduction I remember in the beginning of March coming together and having church in the church house. And then here we are in the middle of April having church in our parking lot. We journeyed from the church house to the parking lot. It was not a long journey, but it was a journey. As I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Women In The Church - Free To Serve As God Equips!

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 15, 2022
     | 3,716 views

    A careful and self-aware reading of Scripture demonstrates that God uses men and women equally in the body of Christ. He equips and empowers for His glory. We are better off if we don't resist His hand of grace.

    May 2022 Sermon - Women in the Church - Acts 2:16-21; Galatians 3:26-29 Today we are beginning a short series on an issue that is very close to my heart. That issue is to do with the wellness of the body of Christ, the overall health of the church. And it’s to do with the responsibility of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational