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  • Chad Garrison avatar

    What You Were Called To...

    Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 2, 2009
     | 4,369 views

    This was a message that God gave me for our church in a time of transition that was a reminder of God’s Call and Mission for our church, but applies to all God’s Children.

    What you were called to… Jude 1:17-23 This past week I had the privilege to attend our Foursquare National Convention in Houston. For me personally it was great time of renewal and reaffirmation. If you remember correctly we were supposed to begin our “Foundations” series today. Well on the last ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    What Am I? (Part Three)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 16, 2015
     | 3,339 views

    Today, we will see that as a Christian I am part of the body of Christ. Let’s see what that entails.

    WHAT AM I? (part three) INTRODUCTION: In part one of ‘what am I’ in Christ we saw that since we have been born again we are now a child of God. I have been given God’s Spirit and I have an inheritance waiting for me in heaven. Last week I talked about how we are a temple of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Does God Benefit From Saving People By Grace? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 25, 2014
     | 3,461 views

    A look at why God saves by grace and how that should impact what the church looks like.

    - The "reverses the line" story off Preaching Today. “FOR THAT VERY REASON”: Grace “reverses the line.” - 1 Timothy 1:16. - This verse continues with the thought from verse 15 that we discussed last week: that Paul considered himself the worst of sinners. - The overall ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Entertainment In The Church

    Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Jun 22, 2007
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     | 5,745 views

    The body of Christ loves to be entertained. If it doesn’t have a beat or doesn’t arouse our flesh, most of us don’t like it. We call it boring. Teenagers don’t know what to do with themselves when they go to church because they think it’s boring most of t

    By: Donna Kazenske I went to a church service at a particular church a short time ago and was totally amazed at what I heard and saw. I have been to many church services throughout the years that were very similar to this one, but for some reason God opened up my spiritual eyes to see in a way ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Sent

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 7, 2022
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    What is the church’s mission? Studying the church’s mission is called missiology. Let’s discuss a mission trip from Luke 10:1-20.

    What is the church’s mission? Studying the church’s mission is called missiology. Let’s discuss a mission trip from Luke 10:1-20. 70 Apostled Short term mission trips are as old as when Jesus sent the 70. They were 1) “sent” or “apostled” as the Greek says. The eastern churches call these the 70 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Church And Our Church Series

    Contributed by Jon Earls on Apr 6, 2013
     | 6,836 views

    First in a series of sermons on the first half of the book of Acts

    I would like for you all to turn with me to Acts 29… Of course there is no Acts 29! Before we look at the beginning of Acts I want to look at the last two verses of Acts – chapter 28:30-31: 30 Then Paul dwelt two whole years in his own rented house, and received all who came to him, 31 ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Church At Pergamum: A Compromising Church Series

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016
     | 12,418 views

    The church at Pergamum

    The Church at Pergamum: A Compromising Church - Revelation 2 - 1/24/10 Turn with me this morning to the last book in the Bible, the book of Revelation, chapter 2. We want to continue on today, looking at the question, “What does God think of His church?” Here in Revelation 1, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What’s Up With Worship

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 5, 2012
     | 4,765 views

    DO WE COME TO CHURCH BECAUSE IT’S A HABIT? WE COME BECAUSE THAT IS WHAT WE ARE SUPPOSED TO DO. THE END RESULT IS THAT THE EVENT IS IMPORTANT, NOT WHAT WE ARE DOING AT THE EVENT. SO, WE SLOWLY AND INCREMENTALLY SLIP INTO A “GOING THROUGH THE MOTIONS” KI

    WHAT’S UP WITH WORSHIP INTRODUCTION: TRADITIONALLY, EVERY SUNDAY AFTER CHURCH OUR FAMILY OUT TO DINNER. THIS EVENT HAS BECOME HABITUAL; IT IS EXPECTED. IN FACT THERE IS ALMOST A MUTINY IF THERE IS EVEN THE HINT OF NOT GOING OUT. THE PLACE IS NOT IMPORTANT, THE EVENT IS IMPORTANT. SOMETIMES, JUST ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    On What Rock?

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 6, 2020
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     | 5,706 views

    Is Protestantism legitimate? What are the keys to the kingdom? If true Christians agree on essential matters, why the rivalry? Let’s look at Rome’s exclusive claim in Matthew 16:13-20.

    Is Protestantism legitimate? What are the keys to the kingdom? If true Christians agree on essential matters, why the rivalry? Let’s look at Rome’s exclusive claim in Matthew 16:13-20. When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, “Who do men say that I, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holding Onto The Next Generation

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Aug 2, 2009
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     | 14,852 views

    A sermon about the trend away from church by 20 somethings and 30 somethings and what the church can do about it.

    The Ninth Sunday of Pentecost August 2, 2009 Psalm 78:1-8 In the great words of Colonel Hannibal Smith, “I love it when a plan comes together.” Note: Smith, played by George Peppard, was the leader of the A-Team for five seasons on television. Item #1: During his visit in June, our parish ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Scott Bresee avatar

    Looking For A Great Church

    Contributed by Scott Bresee on Sep 16, 2003
    based on 155 ratings
     | 62,999 views

    A look at the Early Church in Acts as the pattern for what makes a truly "great" church today.

    Looking For A Great Church Text: Acts 4:23-33 Today, many people are searching for a great church. A great Church in the minds of many means that it is a church that has many programs and ministries that cover all ages. A great church also means having an upbeat, updated music ministry with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Beatitudes Of Church Growth

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,516 views

    What is necessary for church growth? This message examines three things that promote church growth.

    BEATITUDES OF CHURCH GROWTH Matthew 16:13-18 INTRO: "I want to grow," "I want my church to grow," are statements which reflect the desire of most Christians. Growth is not only our personal wish but the purpose of God for every person born into his kingdom. If we are really serious about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pray Church Pray Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 15, 2015
     | 7,121 views

    Notes from a message on Acts 4:31. What happens when the church prays.

    Note: References used from Preachers Sermon and Outline Bible on Acts & Utley's Guide to the Bible on Acts 4 Title: Pray Church Pray Theme: What happens when the church prays? Text: Acts 4:31 – 37 Acts 4:31 And when they had prayed, the place where they were assembled together was shaken; ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Stephen Collins avatar

    What Are We Made Of? Part 1: The Source Of Our Strength Series

    Contributed by Stephen Collins on Aug 10, 2009
     | 4,983 views

    A vision-casting 4 part series on our core values as a church.

    What Are We Made Of? The DNA of Millville Avenue † Key Thought † Key Scripture: Colossians 1:15-29 Icebreaker: Today, I want to lay a foundation for what we’re going to talk about for the next 3 weeks. Intro: The desire of God’s heart is that in everything Jesus Christ might have the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    What Is A Christian?

    Contributed by Rodney Burton on Feb 25, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,331 views

    Christianity is more than going to church or even declaring yourself to be one. Christianity is not about lip service, Christianity is about life service.

    Begin with brief video illustration with Brittany. In this video, Brittany talks about what she wants to be and expects to become that by going to the right places or by saying the right things. Her last statement says, “At least I know I can go to church and become a Christian”, with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God