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Advantages Of A Strong Small Church Pt 1

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 4, 2018

This message shares some of my thinking from a brief exploration of the character and place of the small church. I credit a large measure of my thinking to the author of the "Grasshopper Myth" by Karl Vater. I include and credit a number of quotes to him

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Advantages of the Small Church” Introduction I have wrestled most of my ministry career with the subject of church growth and health; what constitutes success. Numerous movements and strategies have come and gone. Nearly all the conferences for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

We Know - We Obey - We Have Confidence! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 12, 2012

We know the love of God, because of what Jesus did for us. We obey his leading on our lives and we are confident before God. We are able through our lives to lead others to salvation to show them the example of the Holy Spirit at work in our lives!

We know - we obey - we have confidence! 1 John 3:16-24 There’s this thing about love that is a feeling thing and I know I’ve discussed all sorts of love songs and their meanings before and the thoughts of love that people have for love another. I was somewhere recently where there was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-24

Denomination: Salvation Army

I Will Raise It Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of revering God's house, defending our faith, and truly knowing God to energetically serve, boldly share, and find contentment in Him.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to be here with you today, standing on the common ground of faith, united in the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are blessed to gather in His name, to seek His wisdom, and to learn from His teachings. Our focus today is drawn from the Gospel of John, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Topics: Reverence, Worship, How We Live

We May Burn, But We Will Not Bow

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Jun 10, 2004

Last wek we were asked Whom have you believed? Your answer to this question will determine how you will face your fiery furnaces.

WE MAY BURN, BUT WE WILL NOT BOW Text: Daniel 3: 16-18 Tell story to this point. I. We May Burn, But We Will Not Bow A. When faced with certain death. 1. Could not be shaken from their faith. 2. They stood strong in the face of death. B. They could have back down. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-18

Denomination: Church Of God

From Vison To Victory: Putting The Pieces Together

Contributed by Duane Smith on Oct 27, 2008

This message was given for our "Vision Casting Day." It was meant to encourage us to move forward with God in establishing His vision for His church. The formula "Vision + Faith + Action = Victory was gleaned from Jerry Dunn in a message by that name.

FROM VISION TO VICTORY - Putting The Pieces Together! Numbers 13-14 and Joshua 6 INTRODUCTION: A. Praise the Lord! 1. The psalmist stated O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. [2] Let the redeemed of the Lord say so…Psa 107:1-2 2. We have gathered ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Our Trials Come To Make Us Strong PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023

Explores God as our life coach, guiding us through trials with His promises of hope, prosperity, and purpose, even in desperate circumstances.

Good morning, dear friends. We're here today, gathered in faith, love, and hope. We're here to listen, learn, and lean on the Word of God. We're here to find comfort, courage, and clarity. Our Scripture today is Jeremiah 29:11. "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Topics: God's Interest, Jeremiah 29:11

We Are Who God Says We Are

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Sep 2, 2024

Although at times, believers act according to their old nature, we are, in fact, new creations in Christ Jesus

We Are Who God Says We Are Text: II Cor. 5:17 Introduction: Even though every believer, at times, lives, and acts according to the old self, we still are new persons—new in relationship to God and new within ourselves. The change that takes place in us when we come to Christ involves two ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

All Things Work Together For Our Good

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2016

To show that GOD calls us and turns all things in our lives, whether good or bad, into good things.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you called according to His purpose? Yes. To endure both good and bad, for it will work together for my own good. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD calls us and turns all things in our lives, whether good or bad, into good ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

All Things Work Together For Our Good

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that GOD calls us and turns all things in our lives, whether good or bad, into good things.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you called according to His purpose? Yes. To endure both good and bad, for it will work together for my own good. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD calls us and turns all things in our lives, whether good or bad, into good ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Halftime: Refocus Your Life And Finish Strong

Contributed by Marty Baker on Nov 4, 2019

I want to talk to you about over how to refocus your life and finish strong.

Halftime Dr. Marty Baker | November 3, 2019 Do we have any football fans here today? How many of you are college football fans? How about NFL fans? This is the midpoint of the NFL season. One of the marks of successful football team is the ability to change their game plan as needed at half ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:4-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Come Now And Let Us Reason Together

Contributed by Craig Stevenson on Mar 12, 2012

A in depth look at Isaiah 1

COME NOW, AND LET US REASON TOGETHER! Yeshayahu/Isaiah 1 NOTE: יהוה = YHWH/Yahweh and יהושע = Yahushua (Proper Names for Creator and Saviour) Shalom family, Favour and peace be increased to you in the knowledge of Elohim and of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-31

Denomination: *other

Needing Jesus More Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Dec 17, 2023

John wants our joy to be complete - He wants us to know who God is, who we are, and what we need, to experience the most amazing fellowship with the Father, the Son, and with each other.

Today, we are starting a 4-week series on Walking with Jesus from the book of 1 John. John was the last of the 12 surviving apostles who wrote the gospel of John which chronicled Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. He wrote the gospel 30 years after Jesus’ resurrection and ascension. In his 90’s ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Are Witnesses

Contributed by Rich Vanarsdalen on Nov 4, 2007

This is an exploration of how the power of God worked incredibly in the early church.

We Are Witnesses Acts Chapter 1:6-11 Kelly and I were on a little weekend get-away last week; dear friends of ours gave us a two night stay at a bed and breakfast on Kelley’s Island. We had a wonderful time, being able to clear off the schedule, drop our children off at the grandparents, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tall Strong Trees With Deep Wet Roots

Contributed by Mark Jones on May 29, 2003

Psalm 1 Gives God’s plan for success and happiness; the growing Christian is a happy Christian.

Tall, Strong Trees With Deep Wet Roots! Psalm 1 1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3 He is like a tree planted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Acts Of Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 3, 2021

This king's experience of evil coming in the face of determined good effort and obedience mirrors the experience of devout men and women of every age and teaches us to believe in the constant working of Divine Providence, even in difficult circumstances.

2 CHRONICLES 32:1-8 ACTS OF FAITHFULNESS [Isaiah 37:10-20, 36-38; Ps. 46; 2 Kgs 18:13-19:37] King Hezekiah [reigned 726–697 BC] had been on fire for the Lord God. First he had aggressively removed evil influences from his life (30:14; 31:1). Next he had torn down the idols in Israel and then ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:1-8, Isaiah 37:10-20

Denomination: Baptist