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  • Scott Carmer avatar

    Doing Church Together

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Aug 6, 2006
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     | 4,146 views

    At its best, the church is communal, creedal, charismatic, and caring.

    Doing Church Together Ephesians 4:1-16 August 6, 2006 One of the things that I have learned through the years as I have taken scores of psychological tests for ordination and continuing education is that I am terribly introverted. I am so introverted that I am almost off the scale. Extraverted ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Putting Grace In The Generation Gap Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Aug 7, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,665 views

    This is the third in a series of sermons based on Paul’s letter to Timothy as a guide to how the church should behave. This message explores the generation gap in churches.

    Tomorrow is the birthday of my lovely wife of 16 years. A difficult time in the Monck household as Debbie rapidly approaches the big 4-0. Reminds me of the story where Johnny asked his grandmother how old she was, and she said, "I’m 39 and holding." Johnny thought about that for a minute, then ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    How The Early Church Weathered Its First Crisis

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 7, 2006
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     | 3,792 views

    The early church faced many crises that threatened its very existence but none greater than that posed by the Judaizers.

    HOW THE EARLY CHURCH WEATHERED ITS FIRST CRISIS “And certain men came down from Judea and taught the brethren, ‘Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.’ Therefore, when Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and dispute with them, they determined ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Year Toward Eternity

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 20, 2008
     | 2,001 views

    Preached for the first anniversary of Salem Gospel Ministries, a church for French-speaking Africans. Like the Christians of Antioch, you fled persecution, you reached out beyond your own group, and you have learned for a year from your pastors.

    What a difference a year makes! Just one short year. Just twelve months. It is not long, but it can make a difference. It can be one year toward eternity. Just one short year ago I was still in my 60’s, but now I have started a new decade! Adrien and Barbara, I hope I do not show it too ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    The Hidden Depths Of God Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 21, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,772 views

    Christians have the Holy Spirit, which should cause them to have the mind of Christ, which should lead to humility and unity, rather than pride and division.

    Introduction: A. Kids do say the darndest things! Listen to a few conversations between teachers and their students. 1. You be the judge if its wisecracks or wisdom. 2. TEACHER: How old were you on your last birthday? STUDENT: Seven. a. TEACHER: How old will you be on your next birthday? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Reliving Pentecost: The Church Community

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Apr 28, 2008
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    The church must restore the sense of deep and loving fellowship. The church must come together in unity once again.

    RELIVING PENTECOST: THE CHURCH COMMUNITY THEME: THE CHURCH BECOMES A SPECIAL COMMUNITY FOR GOD’S PEOPLE. TEXT: ACTS 2:42-47 At the end of the Civil War in Richmond, Virginia, on the Sunday after the surrender, a worship service was held in one of the historic church buildings in the city. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Come...together Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 27, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 28,881 views

    We are to walk and work together.

    COME … TOGETHER Ephesians 4.1-3 S: Unity C: Attitude Pr: WE ARE TO WALK AND WORK TOGETHER. ?: How? How do we achieve this kind of unity? KW: Virtue TS: We will find in Ephesians 4.1-3 four virtues we are to practice in order for us to achieve unity. Type: Propositional; topical The ____ virtue ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    All For One Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,838 views

    Expostion of Acts 4:32-37 about the unity in the church and its four sources

    Text: Acts 4:32-37, Title: All for One, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/26/07, AM A. Opening illustration: A pastor thought God gave Him an idea, and he presented it in the monthly council meeting. After giving his most impassioned plea and really “selling” the idea to the counsel, the counsel voted and voted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Prevent A Church Split Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,095 views

    27th in a series from Ephesians. Our attitudes are the key to preserving unity in the church.

    If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve probably noticed that there has been a lot of press lately about various church denominations that are facing possible splits over theological issues. Perhaps the most publicized battle recently has been within the Episcopal Church here in the United States ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Conflict Cure Series

    Contributed by Don Jones on Sep 16, 2007
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,085 views

    The message gives the 5 steps to avoid and diffuse conflict.

    The Conflict Cure James 4:1-10 Introduction This morning we are going to look at conflict in and out of the church. I have discovered a great deal about conflict and would like to share some of the more important points. Lynn Buzzard gives negative advice on "How to turn a disagreement ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Birds Of A Feather Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 17, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 25,678 views

    28th in a series from Ephesians. The seven ties that bond us together as believers are based on the unity of God Himself.

    I need your help this morning. Let’s see if you can help me complete the following sentence: Birds of a feather [flock together]. I’m sure all of us are familiar with that idiom that some sources indicate may go all the way back to the Greek and Romans cultures. It indicates that people who are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Peas And Carrots Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,864 views

    Exposition of Acts 11:1-18 about the preservation of unity in the early church in the wake of Cornelius’ conversion and Peter’s return to Jerusalem

    Text: Acts 11:1-18, Title: Peas and Carrots, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/24/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Forest Gump, peas and carrots B. Background to passage: As we mentioned last week, the entrance of the Gentiles into the Christian community through the providentially arranged meeting of Peter and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Aubery Moore avatar

    The Possibilities Are Limitless: When You Walk In The Plan Of God For Your Series

    Contributed by Aubery Moore on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 14,903 views

    An examination of the life of Samuel as model for the possibilities that exist for us in this new year. We see this exploration in what is happening in our national election

    The Possibilities are limitless: When You Walk In the Plan of God for Your Life 1 Samuel 3:1-21 As we move forward in this year of new beginning once again we are reminded that the possibilities are limitless. On last evening the state of South Carolina went to the voting polls and in what can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Possibilities Are Limitless: When You Are Turned Over To God. Series

    Contributed by Aubery Moore on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,918 views

    Fifth in the series, which looks at the new year in the light of limitless possibilites as modeled by the election. In this sermon Saul is introduced and his emergence on the scene is a reflection of limitless possibilities.

    The Possibilities are Limitless: When you Are Turned Over To God. Samuel 10.1-25 Last week Senator Obama took the lead in total committed delegates as he moves toward the nomination for the democratic ticket. Presently Senator Obama has 1262 of the 2025 delegates while Senator Clinton has 1213 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Christians Disagree - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,432 views

    Part One concerned disagreement over doctrinal issues. Part Two deals with disagreement over personal issues.

    TEXT: ACTS 15:36-41 TITLE: “WHEN CHRISTIANS DISAGREE: Part Two” OPEN: A. Last week, we talked about conflicts that arise over doctrinal differences 1. Tonight, we want to look at conflicts that arise over personal conflicts 2. David Eubanks, former ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ