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  • Bradley Kellum avatar

    How Paul Greets The Philippian Christians Series

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 25, 2009
     | 4,357 views

    There’s a lot of insight to be gained from the greetings in Paul’s letters. Philippians is no exception. See how Paul greeted these Christians in this exposition of Philippians 1:1-2

    “A Study of the Book of Philippians” Philippians 1:1-2 ________________________________________ Paul is writing to a community of saved persons living in Philippi. Paul established this church, this family of Christians. Paul loves these people and wants to thank them for the way ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For The Love Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2009
     | 4,097 views

    To introduce the book of Colossians and give us a picture of what the church can be when Christ is First and Foremost.

    FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST Colossians 1:1-7 INTRODUCTION: A. This morning we will begin our look at the book of Colossians 1. It s main purpose is to lift up the preeminence of Christ. 2. Paul declares For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's House Past, Present And Future

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jul 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,109 views

    The house that God is building is a house where His power and Son are preeminent; His presence is pursued; and His purposes is practiced.

    A couple of weeks ago were read were seven men were chose to look after the Greek widows, Stephen was one of them. He was a man full of grace and power. He did great signs and wonders But opposition against him arose. Members of the Synagogue of Freeman began arguing with Stephen and his ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Is There Not A Cause

    Contributed by Harold Hansen on Jan 7, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,434 views

    church planting challenage

    IS THERE NOT A CAUSE? Romans 10:13-21 Text being 13-15 Romans For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. How then shall they call on him in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Living In Bethel Or El Bethel

    Contributed by Harold Hansen on Jan 13, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 27,432 views

    We need to start living in the God of the House of God

    Are You Living In Bethel Or El Bethel? Have a time of praise (testimonies) (The song I would Love to tell you ) Genesis 35:1-7 And God said unto Jacob, Arise, go up to Bethel, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Comes With The Territory

    Contributed by Timothy Brown on Feb 20, 2010
     | 7,611 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to point to all that a growing church will experience growing pains.

    Text: Acts 6:1-7 Title: It Comes with the Territory Introduction: Herb Miller says, “A cold church, like butter, will not spread. Growing churches have learned how to regulate the congregational thermostat, and they have set it on friendly.” If a church is going to experience ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Precious In His Sight

    Contributed by Larry Wise on Feb 24, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,084 views

    We are people who are special to God.

    What it means to be “precious in His sight.” I Peter 2:4-10 A guy had been feeling down for so long that he finally decided to seek the aid of a psychiatrist. He went there, lay on the couch, spilled his guts then waited for the profound wisdom of the psychiatrist to make him feel ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Meeting In God's Home

    Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010
     | 5,002 views

    Jesus is excited about His house the church because He wants it to be a place where people can come to Him.

    Meeting in God’s Home John 2:13-25 SLIDE 1 – Meeting in God’s Home SLIDE 2 – Picture of Jesus at the Temple When someone first thinks of this story, they think of Jesus getting mad. They look at the happy situation in the wedding, and then they see Jesus getting really ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is No "I" In Team Series

    Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 23, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,201 views

    The second sermon in the series focuses on the benefits of living in biblical community with other Christians.

    Prelude Music again this week is the Jock Jams CD. Play this during the Countdown Video and mute the video. Opening Praise Set A) My Glorious (G) You Are Holy (C) Friend of God Welcome and Announcements During the sermons this weekend we will have several pauses for popcorn testimonies. We ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Mine, Mine, Mine

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Dec 27, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,432 views

    This sermon looks at the rebellion of some against the church, God’s man and God himself. Many times people claim athority that is not given to them by God, yet they try to take it anyway.

    MINE, MINE, MINE Text: Numbers 16:1-35 Ill: Bill Cosby—Joke about kids fighting over a toy---“Mine, Mine, Mine” ---“I don’t care about justice, I Just Want Peace” Unfortunately, that’s the attitude many churches have today, They just want peace regardless the cost. (compromise) Folks, When ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New Hope

    Contributed by Jon Sullivan on Mar 22, 2010
     | 4,172 views

    This message was delivered at the kick-off of New Hope Christian Church but the principles apply to the starting of any new church work.

    “New Hope” Six reasons why to start this congregation “Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread together in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    E Pluribus Unum Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 28, 2009
     | 4,896 views

    To show the nature and diversity of Christ’s Church along with every person’s place within it.

    E PLURIBUS UNUM Matthew 12:46-50 (The fourth in a sermon series from Matthew 12 called “Words We Live By”)* Sermon Objective: To show the diversity of Christ’s Church & every person’s place within it. Supporting Scripture & documents: John 17:22-23; The Apostle’s Creed PREFACE We are finishing ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    A Gift To Treasure Series

    Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Jan 28, 2014
     | 7,838 views

    As with any gift, it is easy to take church membership for granted. In order to avoid that, we must understand the gift and how we came to get it so that we will treat it like the gift that it is.

    Introduction: How many of you have ever been a tourist before? You know, you travel to a new place intent on seeing all the wonderful "new to you" sites. If it was an international excursion, you get to have your passport stamped, exchange currency, maybe learn a few phrases in the local language, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Serving Together

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 6, 2016
     | 7,901 views

    If Jesus is Lord over all things in the church, how much freedom do I have to quit because I am offended?

    “I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of him, having the eyes of your hearts enlightened, that you may know what is the hope to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Dreamy Walk Lesson 41 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018
     | 3,233 views

    A Dreamy walk

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Tradition claims that Barnabas the outcast was the rich young ruler. Because of this he tended to help other outcasts: Paul, the outcast church at Antioch and John Mark. 2. The city of Antioch was: a. A trade center. b. International. c. Third largest in the Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist