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  • Reuben Bredenhof avatar

    Are You A Church Builder?

    Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Mar 16, 2021
     | 5,812 views

    The work in Christ’s church will not get done in a hurry. We don’t even have a target date for completion. But this is what makes the difference for our church building: It’s the work of our Lord! It’s the church that Christ bought with his precious blood.

    Are you a church builder? Do you see it as your responsibility to serve the church of Christ? To strengthen it, and to grow it? You should, because that’s the calling given to you by the Lord God! Sometimes we like to leave church-building work to the experts. We leave the physical aspects of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Church—his Saints.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 11, 2021
     | 2,427 views

    This young church watched as leaders were slaughtered, beheaded, burnt at the stake, and fed to hungry lions. Leaders and members alike were commanded to renounce Jesus, and pay whole homage to King Herod...

    The Church—His Saints. Acts 12:1-17TPT You just thought you were having a bad day? A young man was learning to be a paratrooper. Before his first jump, he was given these instructions: 1. Jump when you are told. 2. Count to 10 and pull the ripcord. 3. In the unlikely event that your shoot ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 2,029 views

    Do not lose sight of Jesus, your first love. You cannot serve two masters

    1. Who is addressing the church? He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: 2. Their Deeds/works: Persevere, work hard, does not tolerate evil people, endure for Christ’s sake, never grows weary, maintained doctrinal integrity and exposed ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Smyrna

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 1,926 views

    Jesus recognizes the Smyrna church as rich in faith, though they are poor in materials and face tribulations

    Who is addressing the church? The First and the Last, who was dead, and came to life (2:8; Isa. 48:12). As the First, He made all things. As the Last, He will judge all things. Their Deeds/works: “I know your works, tribulation, and poverty (but you are rich); and I know the blasphemy of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Thyatira Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 2,130 views

    The Thyatira church has love for Jesus and faith in Him, but they also tolerate the doctrines of Jezebel. Repentance is needed

    With twelve (12) verses, this letter to the church of Thyatira is the longest of the seven written to the churches. Background: Thyatira was a city specialized in dyeing. Lydia, the purple seller (Acts 16:14) came from there and people primarily worshiped the sun god (Apollo) there. Who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Sardis Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 2,082 views

    Sardis church is a famous one but the Lord does not find her work as complete

    Sardis was a wealthy center of commerce in Asia Minor at that time. The first gold and silver coins were said to have been minted in Sardis. Who is addressing the church? “… him who holds the seven spirits of God and the seven stars…” (vs. 2) Their Deeds/works: “you have a name that you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Philadelphia Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
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     | 2,241 views

    Philadelphia church is a perfect one before the Lord; they need to continue to fast to faith in Christ

    The Philadelphia church received a comforting and encouraging letter from Jesus Christ, because she please Him. Smyrna church is another one that received this type of commendation among all other churches. Philadelphia church was one that pleased the Lord even though she was in an idolatrous ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter To The Church In Laodicea Series

    Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021
     | 3,406 views

    Laodicea is a lukewarm church that needs to repent, to avoid Jesus spitting her out. Any lukewarm Christian will be rejected by Christ. Repent now.

    Who is addressing the church? “… the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation.” (vs. 14) Their Deeds/works: “… you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other!” (vs. 15) Their Offenses: 1. “So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold— … (vs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Revelation: The Loveless Church Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Sep 11, 2021
     | 3,142 views

    The message to the church at Ephesus teaches us the importance of having both truth and love.

    Revelation: The Loveless Church Revelation 2:1-7 Introduction A dear friend of mine works for a company that mines salt. He has given me a few gifts related to salt. One is this salt crystal that he brought back from a deep mine in Louisianna. Another is a New York Times Bestseller by Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who Are These That Persecute The Church

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Apr 23, 2022
     | 4,183 views

    Paul writes a letter to the church in Thessalonians about their problems that they were having, and in his writing he was informing them that judgement was coming.

    Paul writes a letter to the church in Thessalonians about their problems that they were having, and in his writing he was informing them that judgement was coming. The purpose of judgment is to rectify injustices. You see the believers at Thessalonica were suffering fierce persecution and all kinds ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Church Anniversary Sunday

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 26, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 36,065 views

    A man was reading his newspaper early one morning at the breakfast table. His wife came over to him, gave him a hug, smiled, and said, “I bet you don’t know what today is, do you?”

    • He looked at her and said, “Of course I know what day it is!” and went back to reading his newspaper. He didn't have a clue. • He thought to himself later, “Is it her birthday? That must be it.” So after he got to work he called the florist and had a bouquet of white roses sent to his wife. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Treatment Of Church Members Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 22, 2022
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     | 3,099 views

    1 Timothy 5:1-16 shows us the proper treatment of various church members.

    Scripture Paul left Timothy in Ephesus to deal with false teaching and to instruct church members about living in God’s church. In chapter 4, Paul set down the qualities of an excellent minister and the dos and don’ts of Christian ministry. Then, in chapter 5, he went on to instruct Timothy about ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    (Jesus Is The Head Of The Church )

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Jun 5, 2022
     | 10,311 views

    SO HE WRITES THE CHURCH AT COLOSSE TO ENCOURAGE THEM IN THERE WALK WITH THE LORD AND TO COMBAT AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND THREATENING HERESY THAT WAS ARISING IN THE CHURCH AT COLOSEE

    Colossians 1:18 (KJV) 18 And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeminence. VERY BRIEFLY THIS MORNING /EVENING IF I COULD GET A BAPTIST -AMEN A METHODIST NOD AND A SANTIFIED CHURCH HALLELUJAH I WANT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building A Great Church Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 11, 2020
     | 5,057 views

    Strong churches are like strong homes, they don’t “just happen”. It takes work to make them strong. Let's look at some ways from the scriptures.

    Strong churches are like strong homes, they don’t “just happen”. There are some very important ingredients – key parts. I feel the starting point to understand and remember, “It’s God’s church and it’s God’s plan.” 1. Ephesians 5:25; The church is the object of Christ’s love. 2. 1 Corinthians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Church And The Coronavirus”

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 21, 2020
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     | 13,664 views

    What the Christian should do and believe in responce to the Coronavirus Plague

    “The Church and the Coronavirus” March 22, 2020 Psalm 91:1-7 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness