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  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Sharing Church Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 27, 2007
     | 3,481 views

    The second in a series of messages based on our the 3 points of our church’s purpose statement: "Seek God, Share Christ, & Serve Others."

    “THE SHARING CHURCH” Acts 4:8-31 INTRO – Football season is upon us. How many of you are ready for it? Looking forward to it? I know these guys seated down here in front are ready. Monday Night Football kicks off September 10! Football is a game of strategy, hard hits, and determination. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church That Is Alive

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 24, 2006
    based on 33 ratings
     | 9,827 views

    Truth pertaining to the way that the church should really operate.

    THE CHURCH THAT IS ALIVE Text: I Peter 2:4-17 Pastor W. Max Alderman Introduction: One of the most profitable studies for the believer is to make a study of the Church. Christ loved the Church, so much so, that He gave His life for it. If the Church is so precious to Him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    The Ministry Of The Church

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 29, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 12,571 views

    This sermon looks at the importance of the church to meet the needs of our culture and become salt and light. We reach out by meeting needs so that we can shine the light of the gospel.

    The Ministry of the Church 2 Thessalonians 2:  3 Let no one deceive you by any means; for that Day will not come unless the falling away comes first, and the man of sin is revealed, the son of perdition, Power given to the church The average Christian may not realize it, but God has placed 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
     | 3,461 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

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    Church Growth

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Jun 14, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,881 views

    The blooms of the fig tree always appear before the leaves in spring. When Jesus saw leaves on a fig tree, he expected the fruit.

    Let me begin by saying something about Jesus cursing the fig tree. You will also find this story in Matthew 21: 18 and 19. This tree was a fruit-producing plant which could be either a tall tree or a low-spreading shrub. The size of the tree depended on its location and soil. The fruit of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Church As A Hospital

    Contributed by George Crumbly on Jun 22, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
     | 21,368 views

    The church is a hospital for the broken, the hurting and the lost.

    II Corinthians 5 INTRO: The church is very precious to the Lord today.I talk with pastors & lay people today & they are having more & more problems in the church. One day folks will stand before the Lord & they will be held accountable for the way they have treated the church. It’s harder & ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Mission Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 38 ratings
     | 16,393 views

    The Great Commission is the mission for Christ’s church. It is our task to make disciples of all nations based on the power, plan and presence of Christ.

    Text: Matthew 28:18-20 Introduction: "The church today is raising a whole generation of mules." At least this is the opinion of one person who has assessed the condition of the visible body of Christ. Now before we get too bent out of shape with this comment, you need to know that mules have many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Necessity Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,369 views

    The Church is absolutely necessary and vital to the triumphant plan of God.

    Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds The Necessity of the Church Text: Matthew 16:13-20 Introduction: A husband and his wife arose one Sunday morning and the wife dressed for church as the husband sat sipping his coffee. It was just about time to leave when she noticed her husband hadn’t moved a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Sleeping In Church Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 8, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,494 views

    This continues in my expository series through the book of Acts.

    There’s no getting around the fact that today’s text contains a part that strikes us as humorous, and the fact of the matter is that sometimes, we can do some funny things in church. A preacher was completing a temperance sermon: with great expression he said, “If I had all the beer in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Living With A Common Purpose Series

    Contributed by Jim Luthy on Oct 5, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,253 views

    The truest community is found in a gathering of people who are learning to become Jesus-trusting disciples and are committed to making Jesus-trusting disciples.

    Living with a Common Purpose: Making Disciples Pastor Jim Luthy Last week we talked about the awakening in America to the problem of individualism. Rising from our slumber after the terrorist attacks, the people of our nation are giving blood, giving money, giving thanks, and giving in to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Connecting To A Common Purpose Series

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 29, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 12,251 views

    Small groups #2

    Connecting to a common purpose # 2 of Core values of Christian community values Eric Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ October 13, 2002 What’s the difference between a southern zoo and a northern zoo? A southern zoo has a description of the animal on the front of the cage, along with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    The Power Of Purpose

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,027 views

    Simple Definition for Purpose: The object toward which one strives or for which something exists; an aim or a goal:

    The Power of Purpose Text: Romans 8:28NKJ Before you ask for prosperity, ask for purpose. Before you ask for relationships, ask for direction. “A ship is safe in harbor, but that's not what ships are for.” Everything has purpose, and you were created for purpose. Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Be Part Of The Church?

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 5, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,183 views

    A sermon based on Ephesians 3:10 about the church. (Much material taken from sermon of the same title on Sermon Central from Pat Damiani)

    Sermon for 4/26/2009 on Ephesians 3:6-11 Why Be Part of the Church? Introduction: Signs you’re in a Bad Church 10. The church bus has gun racks. 9. The church staff consists of Senior Pastor, Associate Pastor and Socio-pastor. 8. The Bible they use is the "Dr. Seuss Version." 7. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Harvey avatar

    Purposeful Generosity Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on May 18, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,327 views

    Tithing is a touchy subject in churches, but the reason for tithing is it is commanded in scripture, it reflects the values of your heart, and the work of the church requires money.

    Purposeful Generosity May 22,2005 Intro: Today we are going to be talking about a subject that makes many people uncomfortable. We are not talking about sex or divorce or gossip. Instead, we are talking about the issue of money. For many people, the thought is the church is always after money. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Purpose Of Walls

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 23, 2015
    based on 15 ratings
     | 38,877 views

    God built His church to be ONE... but Satan builds walls to divide that church. How do we identify what the Devil does so that we can unify our church and challenge the power of the evil one?

    Once upon a time, there were three little pigs. (You’ve heard this one, haven’t you?) The first little piggy built his house of straw, and the big bad wolf came and huffed and puffed and blew that house down. The second piggy built his house of sticks, and the big bad ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ