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  • Sharing Struggles Openly Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 25, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 4,189 views

    To experience authentic biblical community, I must let people reach the deepest places in my heart; places not often or easily reached.

    The Safest Place on Earth – Part 3 February 24, 2002 Big Idea: To experience authentic biblical community, I must let people reach the deepest places in my heart; places not often or easily reached. INTRODUCTION ILLUS – Henri Nouwen, the widely read Christian author, was a professor at Yale ...read more

  • Ephesians: Your Identity In Christ (3)

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 7, 2019
     | 4,935 views

    In Ephesians 4, we discover who we are in Christ by learning about the head of the church, the hands of the church, and the heart of the church.

    Ephesians | Your Identity in Christ (3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/12/2014 Play: “Me Church” Video The last couple of weeks we’ve been exploring the New Testament book of Ephesians. As I said last week, Ephesians is all about identity, which made me think earlier ...read more

  • Your True Colors Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,353 views

    Detailing the values of a new church

    Your True Colors Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-12 Good morning. My name is Bob Hostetler, and I’d like you to play a game with me, a game that almost everyone in the room can play-- maybe not Aidan Oglesbee but certainly Kyla; AS A MATTER OF FACT, even Graham Crain can play this game. It’s ...read more

  • Mediocrity Series

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 28, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,350 views

    A splash of cold water for mediocre Christians...

    There is a series of unfortunate events that occurs throughout churches worldwide. They are the unfortunate things Christians do, which work to divide the church instead of unite it, and which destroy the faith of fellow believers and drive people away from the house of God instead of building it ...read more

  • Find The Way - Our Purpose Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Aug 13, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,245 views

    2 of 3 messages on the mission, vision, and core values of Meridian Christian Church. This message explores the importance of seeking the lost.

    Find the Way: Our Purpose The Tourist Lost Next Door A young Filipino, traveling in Chicago, registered at the Hotel Sherman. Taking a walk, he became lost. He was ignorant of the name, location, and appearance of the hotel, and so was unable to find it again. Consequently, he selected another ...read more

  • Full Coverage Protection Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,368 views

    We are assured of Jesus’ provision of protection as we go along in our Christian walk.

    1. Jesus provides His church with gifts for protection (4:7-12) a. Protecting gifts for all believers (4:7-10) b. Protecting gifts of called believers (4:11-12) 2. Jesus provides His church with growth for protection (4:13-16) a. Protecting growth in the fullness of Christ (4:13) b. ...read more

  • The New Apostle

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,595 views

    The Lord provides a replacement for Judas

    The New Apostle Acts 1:15-26 Jeff Hughes – January 26, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. The early church had a vacancy. Jesus had named twelve apostles to carry out the ministry of being His witnesses. However, now there was only eleven. There was one position left to fill. That ...read more

  • Flesh And Bones

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,535 views

    While Ezekiel’s vision and prophesy applies uniquely to Israel, principles can be drawn that apply to God’s people today. What are three things Ezekiel’s dry bones have in common with today’s church?

    First, we need to remind ourselves a little bit about who Ezekiel was. Ezekiel was a man that God commissioned to speak His Word to the Jews who had been exiled to Babylon. Remember that after King Solomon, God split the Jews into two nations—Israel and Judah. Israel in the North and Judah in the ...read more

  • An Unstoppable Force Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 8, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,230 views

    God heals, puts us in conflict situations, and invites us to NOT fight against Him but rather join His unstoppable force.

    An Unstoppable Force: Experiencing Biblical Community Acts 5:12-42 Intro: Have you ever been in a situation where doing the right thing was going to get you in trouble? Where you had a choice, and it was clear which option was right, and it was also clear that if you did that thing, there was ...read more

  • A Framework For Ministry

    Contributed by Adrian Pratt on Nov 17, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,702 views

    Thoughts from Isaiah 35 on the context, content and centrality of Christ to ministry.

    A framework for ministry. (As found in Isaiah chapter 35) Text: Hebrew’s 12:24 "You have come to Jesus" Address delivered at Aberystwyth Theological College, Preaching Service, 20th November 1987 Why have I come tonight? Why have you come tonight? Why have we’ve been doing all this singing and ...read more

  • Rich And Poor In The Church Of Jesus Christ (Concluded).

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 26, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,819 views

    There are no untouchables with God.

    RICH AND POOR IN THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST (concluded). James 2:1-17. James 2:1. The Greek of this section of the letter of James begins somewhat abruptly: “My brethren, not with partialities!” The impact of the whole sentence is: “Do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ with respect of ...read more

  • The Danger Of Late-Coming And Irregular Church Attendance

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 22, 2025
     | 713 views

    God ordained the gathering of believers for worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Church attendance is not optional for serious Christians; it is a divine instruction and a spiritual necessity.

    THE DANGER OF LATE-COMING AND IRREGULAR CHURCH ATTENDANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 10:25 Supporting Texts: Psalm 122:1, Luke 4:16, Acts 2:42, Proverbs 8:17, Matthew 25:1-13 INTRODUCTION: God ordained the gathering of believers for worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth. ...read more

  • Freedom From Guilt – Shut Out From God's Presence Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 16, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 14,035 views

    What is the key that will open the door of God’s presence in our lives? This morning we are going to cut a key to unlock our guilt. You may be surprised, but the key to freedom from guilt is GUILT—G.U.I.L.T. Let’s unpack how we can use the key of GUILT

    FREEDOM FROM GUILT – Shut Out from God’s Presence Psalm 32 [1] Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. [2] Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord does not count against him and in whose spirit is no deceit. [3] When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my ...read more

  • Don't Mess With The Message Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 167 ratings
     | 59,196 views

    We are to proclaim the good news as it is.

    DON’T MESS WITH THE MESSAGE Galatians 1:1-9 S: Gospel Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: WE ARE TO PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS AS IT IS. ?: How? KW: Responses TS: We will find in Galatians 1:1-9, three responses we can have to the good news. The _____ response one can have to the good news is… I. DELIGHT ...read more

  • I Recognize That Series

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 3, 2002
    based on 23 ratings
     | 3,936 views

    Without interpretation, words spoken using the gift of tongues are unrecognizable. If people do not recognize – do not understand the words that you are using, then your words will have no meaning to them. All of your speaking will be worthless.

    December 1, 2002 1 Corinthians 14:6-20 “I recognize that!” INTRODUCTION Our family did not go anywhere over the Thanksgiving holiday this year. In the past, we would drive however long it took to get us to either my family’s house or Tammy’s family’s house. In my case, it would take ...read more