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  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    The Lion And The Lamb Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 4, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,162 views

    This interactive sermon uses responsive reading and music to lead the congregation in worship centered around the Heavenly Worship Service in Revelation 5.

    Jesus – The Lamb that was Slain Revelation 5 - A Worship Service HOLY HOLY HOLY 1st service vs. 1,2 2nd service vs. 1,2,3 Welcome & Announcements – Ronnie / Rocky Scripture: Revelation 5:1-7 – Greg Smith PART 1: Revelation 5:1-7 THE LION AND THE LAMB These verses of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Hullah avatar

    Anna An Example Of Faith

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Apr 2, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,117 views

    This sermon looks at the life of Anna, an example of how in one day, she fulfilled God's purpose in her life despite the overwhelming natural negatives she was born into, she overcame her situation by faith!

    ANNA AN EXAMPLE OF FAITH Luke 2:36-38 Now there was one, Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, and had lived with a husband seven years from her virginity; and this woman was a widow of about eighty-four years, who did not depart from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Part 7 Of 8 - Prayer And Church Series

    Contributed by Brad Lewis on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,565 views

    Discover what the believers pray life says about the believers beliefs.

    Church 101: A Beginners Guide to Church Part 7 – Prayer and Church James 5:13-16 13 Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing songs of praise. 14 Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Smith avatar

    The Overcoming Church

    Contributed by David Smith on Jul 15, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,662 views

    The Church will overcome ALL!

    THE OVERCOMING CHURCH Eph 3:11-21 I - We (the Church) are overcomers Rom 8:34-39 A - outside circumstances cannot stop us - 1 - may be an end for some - in ALL these things WE are more than conquerors 2 - don’t think God doesn’t love you! we overcome hardships II - We have power to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeff Simms avatar

    Characteristics Of The Early Church

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 4, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 29,255 views

    To look at characteristics of the early church in order to become more like them

    Characteristics of the Early Church Acts 4:13,27-33 Purpose Statement: To call the church to renew it’s vision to be a New Testament Church Introduction Many of the characteristics of the church in America today were not seen in the days of the early church. We need to look back to see what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Why A New Church?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 20, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,336 views

    A message explaining why we decided to plant a church. This can be adapted to show why we need to change formats, names, etc.

    An old fisherman used to amaze all the locals with how many fish he was able to catch. It didn’t matter what the weather was like, or how much other fishermen were able to catch, he always caught more than anyone else. The stories became legend, and soon reached the local game warden. He showed ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Constitution Of The Church Of The Living God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,102 views

    THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST

    BIG IDEA: THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Importance of Structure in the Local Church -- not just do whatever you please, however you want; There are standards ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Sealed With A Kiss

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 9, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 10,363 views

    The Biblical kiss was one of submission/worship, that’s the attitude we need to have for Jesus.

    Title: Sealed with a Kiss Text: Psalm 2 Introduction Before I heard the doctors tell the dangers of a kiss, I had considered kissing you the nearest thing to bliss. But now I know biology and sit and sigh and moan; Six million mad bacteria, and I thought we were alone. 1. If you want to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    Borderline

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 12, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,519 views

    A picture for the church to learn what happens when we live on the edge of God’s blessings.

    “Borderline” Numbers 32:1-15 11-13-2005 AM (Just an outline so make it yours and preach. Write me at Pastor@billslakebaptist.org and let me know how you used it) We are making ready for another special service and yet I wonder if we are ready? There are 2 sins that we see from the people of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    The Peril Of Privilege

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 6, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 4,488 views

    "The Church is Dying on the Vine" is a common statement today. Is it True?

    THE PERIL OF PRIVILEGE Amos 3:1-15 INTRO: "This church is dying on the Vine," is a statement I have heard made recently. But who is responsible? Some say the preacher, others the deacons, the Sunday School teachers, and on & on. We, are all responsible. People have told me they wont attend ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Celebration Worship Series

    Contributed by Scott Jordan on May 19, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,880 views

    Part one of a series on worship

    Celebration Worship The Power of Praise Acts 3:1-10 I. One Example of Celebration Worship. A. The Lame Man’s Handicap. 1Peter and John went to the Temple one afternoon to take part in the three o’clock prayer service. 2As they approached the Temple, a man lame from birth was being carried in. ...read more

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  • Pat Cook avatar

    You Mean It? Really?

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,277 views

    Simple message of the why’s of worship and the how’s of worship.

    John 4:19-24 – You Mean it? Really? A man went to church with an angel as guide. The church was filled, but oddly, there was no sound. The organist played, but no music could be heard; the choir’s lips moved, but no song came forth. The pastor went through the motions of preaching, but the man ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Habben avatar

    Sing To The Lord A New Song

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 22, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,857 views

    Sing to the Lord A New Song 1) Inspired by his truthfulness 2) Inspired by his influence; 3) Inspired by his watchfulness

    I quit listening to music on the radio a long time ago. Why? Because they keep playing the same songs over and over again. I suspect that many others don’t like commercial radio either because wherever you go, people are plugged into MP3 players, not transistor radios. People like the ability to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Matthew Morine avatar

    Courage To Maintain The Biblical Pattern

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Jul 18, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,251 views

    There is a pattern for the New Testament church in the Bible. But how do you get to it properly. Here are three steps to restore the church of the first century.

    Courage to Maintain the Biblical Pattern Theme: The right way to restore the New Testament Church. It began in the break room, continued down the hall, and ended in the foyer of the church building. This debate took place at the Brown Trail School of Preaching. It was between Tom Pugh and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are You For Real?

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jun 15, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,589 views

    Motions are meaningless. True worship comes from the heart.

    ARE YOU FOR REAL? Matt 27:27-36 27 Then the soldiers of the governor took Jesus into the common hall, and gathered unto him the whole band of soldiers. 28 And they stripped him, and put on him a scarlet robe. 29 And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God