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  • Kerry Bauman avatar

    Holiness And Discipline Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Mar 26, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,294 views

    One of the most forgotten teachings of our Lord is that of church discipline. In this message we discuss the purpose for it, the process by which it is done and when discipline is to be practiced.

    Holiness and Discipline Text: Matthew 18:15-20 Introduction: It is difficult to read a paper or watch the news today without hearing something about an upcoming, and according to some, inevitable pandemic of the avian influenza virus. You might know it as the "Bird" flu. This influenza A virus ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What About Your Gestures?

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Aug 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,780 views

    The gestures of worship - lifting up holy hands in praise - must be in sync with the gestures of holy living.

    Gesture Theology Ephesians 5:15-20 August 20, 2006 I remember the very first sermon I ever preached. It was at License to Preach School down at DePauw University during the summer of 1972, between my freshman and sophomore years in college. I knew that I was headed for seminary by that time, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Importance Of Corporate Worship Series

    Contributed by Michael De Rosa on Sep 9, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,314 views

    It is vital that we do all we can to impress upon our children the importance of corporate worship

    Introduction: I want to give you a formula for success today that will encourage you and keep you in trying times. God + me = success When we read our text…. 28 “Be careful to obey all these regulations I am giving you, so that it may always go well with you and your children after you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    A Church That Made God Sick

    Contributed by Duane Brown on Nov 22, 2005
    based on 120 ratings
     | 36,466 views

    A warning that comes from God when we become lukewarm

    14 "To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation. 15 I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! 16 So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Multinational Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,933 views

    What is the Kingdom of God? It is multi-national.

    A Multinational Kingdom: Rev 5:9-10 October 29, 2006 Intro: The other day, I learned the definition of a good sermon: It should have a good beginning. It should have a good ending. And they should be as close together as possible. After one exceptionally long and boring sermon, a man shook the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Is Not By Accident

    Contributed by Larry La Douceur on May 30, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,409 views

    When the body of Christ is functioning according to the will and purposes of God we show the world the perfect plan God intended for you and me. We also set the example for those who come behind us.

    The Church is NOT by Accident Suggested reading; Early Christians Speak, Dr. Everett Ferguson, Abilene Christian University Press Thirteen Lessons on Church History, Morris Womack, College Press Publishing Company Introduction In Genesis Chapter 2 we read, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fair Is Fair Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 13, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 16,518 views

    There are times it’s worthwhile to figure out what Jesus "didn’t mean."

    OPENING: A woman read ahead as we were going through this text and was troubled by the phrase: "do not turn away from the one desiring to borrow from you." It wasn’t that she didn’t give to those in need... her problem was that she was giving so much away, that she barely had enough left for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Amazing Faith Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 16, 2002
    based on 487 ratings
     | 162,013 views

    The story of a Roman centurion’s faith takes the reader inside true faith and shows what faith does.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 15 An Amazing Faith Luke 7:1-10 Faith is not believing that God can; it is knowing that He will. Faith is deaf to doubt, dumb to discouragement, blind to impossibilities and know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Until It Feels Good

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Nov 8, 2007
     | 3,867 views

    The tithe is not about giving because God needs the money. It is about giving because we need to give.

    Give Until It Feels Good Mark 12:41-44 November 4, 2007 There is a risk in telling you this story. It is a risk of sounding like I am bragging. There is a risk of sounding arrogant. I hope you won’t take it that way because I think there are certain things about a pastor that people need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "God Is Doing A New Thing!!!"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 12, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,449 views

    A sermon about God's Word and God's Visions.

    1 Samuel 3:1-11, 19-21 “God Is Doing a New Thing!!!” This passage begins with an arrestingly modern concept: “The Lord’s word was rare at that time, and visions weren’t widely known.” Do you suppose that this is the way many people in the world feel right ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Nehemiah 4 - Enemies Inside Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,215 views

    Often our greatest challenges are not from outside but inside the church. When problems develop remember that we are family, remember the task and remenber others are watching.

    ENEMIES INSIDE During the Gulf War more people died of friendly fire that from enemy fire. In other words, more people died from the hands of their friends than their foes. Unfortunately the church can sometimes be like that. Very often the greatest resistance we have to building up the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Godly Addictions

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 5, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 12,887 views

    Are all addictions bad? Not according to Scripture.

    Today, there are all types of addictions and many who have them: One in four Americans are nicotine addicts. They are dependent on smoking. One in six Americans are shopping addicts. They always having to be buying and taking advantage of every sales event. One of every seven Americans are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Kids: They're Young; Not Stupid

    Contributed by Stephen Evoy on Jan 4, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,309 views

    Compelling look at the story of Jesus in the Temple from an innovative perspective (with scholarly support). A message for the whole church; not just parents. Good illustrations.

    Just before Jesus stepped into the spotlight, God raised up John the Baptist “to turn the hearts of the parents toward their children, and the disobedient toward the wisdom of the righteous, to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” (Luke 1:17 NRSV) What does it look like when parents turn ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    All People Matter To God Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 25, 2010
     | 9,945 views

    James speaks abruptly to believers who recognize status. This message teaches that all people matter because the ground is level at the cross.

    All People Matter To God James 2:1-12 * Let’s begin tonight by reviewing our “Core Values”. 1) The Bible is our guide book. 2) God loves us and has a plan for us. 3) All People matter to God. 4) We seek to honor God in all we do. 5) The Local church (that’s us) is the hope of the world. We can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “i’ll Be Back!”

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,206 views

    “I’ll Be Back!” 1) So get busy with the gospel 2) Or be treated like a hostile

    “I’ll be back!” (Said in best Arnold S. voice.) What? Don’t I intimidate you like the Terminator, Arnold Schwarzenegger? Actually you probably wouldn’t find him very intimidating either. Sure he’s 250 lbs. of muscle but he’s always struck me as a big teddy ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran