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  • Ray Ellis avatar

    Fulfilling God's Vision

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 23, 2006
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     | 9,650 views

    This message focuses on fulfilling God’s vision for the Willow Vale Community Church. The message was given at a church vision dinner to present the 2006 budget.

    “Fulfilling Our Mission” “Finding God’s Vision for the Willow Vale Church” Pastor Ray Ellis Our Mission - "Bringing people to Jesus, loving, equipping, and sending them out to make more and better disciples." (BLES) Philippians 1:5-6 “Because you have been my partners in spreading the Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Master Architect

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 10, 2005
    based on 49 ratings
     | 8,363 views

    An introductory message for a new series dealing with church related issues.

    God’s Glorious Church The Master Architect Matthew 16:18 Woodlawn Baptist Church February 6, 2005 Introduction In Matthew 16, beginning in verse 13, we read the following words: “When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellowship In The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,376 views

    AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: JOYFUL THANKSGIVING INTIMATE BONDS PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY)

    BIG IDEA: AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: - JOYFUL THANKSGIVING - INTIMATE BONDS - PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY) (:1-2) INTRODUCTION -- THE SUBJECTS OF FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL A. "Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Kind Of Church Do You Want?

    Contributed by David Seeley on Mar 5, 2004
    based on 95 ratings
     | 5,013 views

    There are many types of churches today. Some are doing great things for God. Others...well, they just need to be reminded of their purpose. This message is a challenge to churches of all denominations to refocus upon what God has called them to do.

    What Kind of Church Do You Want? Mark 2:1-12 I. A Museum? A lot of old relics lying around—You can look, but don’t touch. Many of these relics have never been moved in 30 years. They last evangelist that tried to move them was overcome so badly with the dust that he had to evacuate the building. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Growing People For Jesus

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 5,926 views

    This sermon casts the vision for a spiritually mature church and mature Christians.

    We recently completed a series on Growing in Faith. If we are to grow in our faith, then we, the church, are to provide opportunities and an environment for people to grow. We are to be Growing People for Jesus. Growth is common metaphor used in the New Testament – 47 times. One thing is for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Functioning Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 672 views

    The main point of this sermon is to recognize and embrace the unique gifts given by the Holy Spirit to each member of the Church, in order to function well as a divine organism and enjoy the benefits of a healthy, vibrant community.

    Good morning, church family! I am so excited to share with you all today about the gifts that our amazing God has given to us, His Church. We'll be diving into 1 Corinthians 12:7, where Paul writes, "Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good." Now, I know that we ...read more

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    Ministry That Heals Hurts Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 16, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 6,654 views

    Another in a series concerning our church purpose statement; this one about the church as a place where healing (spiritual and otherwise) can take place.

    “…Ministry That Heals Hurts,…” Matthew 8:1-7 July 29, 2001 Introduction I don’t know if it’s pride, or just a sense of being awed by the fact that God would use someone like me, but I like to tell people that I’m a minister. Maybe it’s because I’m a walking testimony to the fact that God can ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Especially Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 21, 2004
    based on 65 ratings
     | 4,685 views

    Three times the word "especially" appears in the New Testament, prompting us to be intentional in fellowship, to emphasize family life, and never to forget the centrality of the message of the Cross.

    Dealing with people is always messy. There is no way you can work with human beings and have everything neat and clean. When you deal with people, you get a mess. They misunderstand, they misinterpret, they make mistakes, they get it wrong. And that’s just on Sundays! The rest of the week is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Edified And Multiplied.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Aug 23, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,898 views

    What we have here is a perfect balance. Sometimes a church will put all emphasis in one direction and doesn’t balance out.

    Edified and multiplied. Acts 9:31. 08/22/04 When you study the book of Acts, what you see is the progress of the church. You find the birth and the development of the New Testament church. As we read along in this wonderful book we find what the church is to be about. We get snapshots and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Double Attendance And Grow The Church

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Jan 14, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 20,253 views

    Discussion: How to grow a church.

    HOW TO DOUBLE ATTENDANCE AND GROW THE CHURCH By Jerry Falwell A. BEFORE YOU BEGIN: EIGHT BASIC ASSUMPTIONS Before I begin to discuss how to grow a church, there are certain assumptions that we must agree on. These assumptions are based on the Word of God and come from the nature of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    The New Testament Church; Its Plan Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 25, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,905 views

    The New Testament reveals the content of the Apostle’s preaching and the expected response to the Gospel.

    The New Testament Church; Its Plan Matt. 16:13-19 INTRO.: Walter Scott was a preacher in Pittsburgh, Pa., who moved to Steubenville Ohio in 1826. This brought him into the area of the Mahoning Baptist Assoc. His speaking abilities were well known and, even though he was not a member of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What We Believe...about The Church

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Apr 2, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,422 views

    I used this sermon in my series of studying the doctrine of the Nazarene Church, however, I don’t focus much on the doctrine part. I decided to focus more on the encouragement of the Christians to be the Church that God desires us to be.

    Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net April 6, 2003, Sunday Evening Title: What we believe...about the Church Text: Acts 2:42-47 Introduction We have been talking about the various doctrines of the Nazarene Church. Tonight, we come to Article 11, the Doctrine of the Church But instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Mike Turner avatar

    Being The Kind Of Church People Need

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Nov 6, 2004
    based on 114 ratings
     | 7,849 views

    We cannot be the kind of church that everyone wants, but we can be the kind of church that everyone needs !

    Being The Kind Of Church That People Need Acts 2:41-47 Introduction: I suppose there are many churches whose mission is to be the kind of church that appeals to everyone. That is an impossible task ! In fact, I believe it to be an unholy task. Here’s why.....in order for us to be the church that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Pierce avatar

    All That Singing In Church: What's That About?

    Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 18, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,474 views

    A message addressing some basic issues surrounding the singing part of worship.

    Open: Ask people why we sing in church… have them share in just a few words. Should we sing more… less… more hymns… more upbeat songs… do we need an electric guitar… full drum set going… maybe some rapping. All over our country… really all over the world… the singing in church is seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rick Duncan avatar

    How A Church Can Change For The Better

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jan 6, 2003
    based on 186 ratings
     | 41,487 views

    In this message, we explore five paradigm shifts that a church can make to have a better future. This is a kind of "halftime" talk from a pastor/coach to the congregation/team.

    To compete for a championship, during a game a great team has to make some adjustments. I sometimes think of the New Year as a kind of halftime. My personal internal calendar starts in August when the kids go back to school. The first semester is over. Now, it’s the halftime before the second ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist