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  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Back To Church Sunday!

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 30, 2009
    based on 21 ratings
     | 42,423 views

    A sermon for National Back to Church Sunday adapted in part from the Purpose-Driven /Life. Alliterated and expository from Acts 2. PowerPoint is availble if you e-mail me.

    BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL It is so easy to hit the snooze button on Sunday morning when the alarm sounds at seven o'clock, roll over and go back to sleep. Maybe you had every intention of going to church, maybe Sunday School, too...even had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    How To Fit In At Church

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 5, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,504 views

    “How do you fit in at church?” “Do you feel a part of our church?” “Are you part of the Body of Christ?” “Are you an active part of the community?" [Adaptable by adding your own church activities]

    HOW to FIT IN at CHURCH Acts 2:42-47, Others INTRODUCTION… How to Fit in at Almost Any Church (www.bluefishtv.com) (02:29) I. DEFINITION OF COMMUNITY (all definitions and such: Horton, Paul. Sociology. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1972. pgs 437-438) I would like to begin this morning with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Barnabas Park avatar

    "Jesus, The Lord Of The Church"

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 25, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 28,395 views

    Jesus is the Lord of the church because He created the chruch; He saved the church and He will judge the church.

    “Jesus, the Lord of the Church" “On this rock I will build My church; For no one can lay any other foundation than what has been laid down. That foundation is Jesus Christ.” (Matthew 16:18; 1 Corinthians 3:11) Why anniversary? It is because we want to remind ourselves of why we started and exist ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Purpose Driven Worship - Purpose Driven Life Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 14, 2004
    based on 78 ratings
     | 16,567 views

    Most of us think we have worshiped when we have felt the music has been uplifting and the sermon challenging... but Scripture seems to say something else. What do you think God believes is the mark of true worship?

    OPEN: I love to collect stories, jokes and all kinds of odd information. As I was going through my files, I happened on the following oddities about how did we ended up with the measurements we now use as a society. • Inch – was based upon a King by the name of Edgar… and an inch was the distance ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Purpose Filled Love - Purpose Driven Life Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 7, 2004
    based on 76 ratings
     | 13,234 views

    Many people down thru the ages have been "purpose driven"... but have failed to understand the most important part of what makes us a Christian. Do you know what might have been missing in their lives?

    OPEN: A mother looked out a window and saw Johnny playing church with their three kittens. He had them lined up and was preaching to them. The mother turned around to do some work. A while later she heard meowing and scratching on the door. The cats were obviously upset and frightened. She ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Our Purpose:14th Anniversary Service

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 14, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 12,363 views

    This is the message we preached together as husband and wife pastors for our 14th Anniversary At The Church.

    Our Purpose 3/2/2002 Numbers 13:36-14-4 Philippians 3:10-16 Rick Today we celebrate the reality that some fourteen years ago, God intervened in the life of this congregation in a definite manner with a specific purpose in mind. With God, nothing happens simply by chance, for even ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    If God Is Our Father --Then Do Not Kick Is Kids!

    Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Mar 28, 2010
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,673 views

    A church will find power,stability and effectiveness when it works together for the common cause for its existence

    IF GOD IS OUR FATHER --DONT KICK HIS KIDS! Introduction: Teamwork is the FUEL that allows Common People To Produce Uncommon Results!" T.E.A.M = Together Everyone Achieves More! I.TEAMWORK REQUIRES THAT WE KNOW WHO OUR ENEMY IS. A.Eph. 6:11-12—“Put on the full armor of God so that you can take ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Purpose Driven Strength - Purpose Driven Life Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 114 ratings
     | 19,893 views

    Paul rejoiced in his weaknesses and hardships and difficulties... was he crazy? No, he had learned the source of strength in his weakness.

    OPEN: Years ago, the story was told of a Sunday School teacher who – on the Sunday before Thanksgiving - was encouraging the children in her class to share things they were grateful for. A little boy was asked what he was thankful for, and he thought for a moment. Then the boy went through a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    The Church Series

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,158 views

    During this Pandemic and over the past several weeks, we have learned so much about what it means to be a church and how many ways there are to be a church without gathering in person or making full use of our church buildings.

    TITLE: THE CHURCH SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 16:16-18 / EPHESIANS 1:22-23 / EPHESIANS 2:19-22 Who would have predicted between Christmas and Easter we would be reimagining how we do church! In the past, I’ve actually enjoyed thinking through the potential impacts of unforeseen events that could ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Turner avatar

    Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ? Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 14, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 11,273 views

    First of a five part series dealing with the question...."Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ?"

    Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ? Part 1 of 5 John 3:30 Romans 15:5-6, 1 Cor 6:19-20, 1 Cor 10:31, 2 Thess. 1:11-12 It took 200 years to build and 700 years later work continues to be done to correct the errors in construction. The building will probably still topple despite efforts to save ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why On Earth Does The Church Exist Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 27, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,033 views

    Part three of Five part sermon seeking to define the purpore of the church !

    Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ? Part 3 Matthew 28:18-20 This is the third in our five part message that seeks to answer the question..."Why On Earth Does The Church Exist ?" The hope behind these sermons is that we as a church will realize the purpose and plan of God for our Church. Thus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “our Opportunity In Discipleship” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 9, 2012
     | 4,279 views

    Being a disciple and making disciples is an opportunity to be blessed and to be a blessing.

    Last time, we looked to verse 24 as we talked about the priority of discipleship. Discipleship refers to my growing to become more like Christ. Making disciples is what every church is obligated to do: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations . . .” - Matthew 28:19 (NIV) And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Russell avatar

    Growing Pains Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 13, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,845 views

    The early church’s response to an internal problem teaches the contemporary church some valuable lessons.

    * The dramatic growth of the early church: last count (4:4) around 5,000 men (probably around 20,000 total) * Such growth led to a “good” problem: many more needed to be ministered to than there were people to minister * The 12 did not have the ability to both effectively deliver the Word and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Stay On The Job

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,387 views

    How to keep church working for the Lord

    Paul the Apostle left Titus in Crete to work forthe Lord.There could have been easier and more desirable places but thisis where God wanted him.The Lord,s place for us sometimes seem rough but remember his will and way are always best. 1.Praise to be offered. V1 Praise for faith Praise for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Take It With You

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 16, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,605 views

    We exalt "going to church" as the main thing, when the main thing is taking the message from the church home with you into your everyday life.

    Take It With You 9/6/09 Psalm 15:1-5 James 1:19-27 Have you ever gone to Walmart with their circular baggage area, left the store and left one of your bags there in the store. What do you do when you recognize it’s missing? Or have you been to a store and left something on the counter ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed