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  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Earth’s Final Summons-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 26, 2003
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     | 4,330 views

    This is part 1 of a 3-part sermon. John witnessed God’s final summons to those of earth. What will comprise God’s final summons to earth? Earth’s final summons is A Call to....

    EARTH’S FINAL SUMMONS-Part I—Revelation 14:6-13 Need: People may say....God always gives a little more time....He doesn’t want anyone to go to hell so things will continue as they are....Science tells us that all things are a result of ‘natural’ cause & effect... Men’s hearts will change when they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Kyle Gray on Oct 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,727 views

    In Luke 15 Jesus tells three stories. What is our role, as individuals to find lost people? What is the churches role?

    How many of you have run into THOSE people! That’s NOT the kind of trick or treat you look forward to. That’s real life scary☺ WELCOME CAMPUSES as we talk about how Jesus radically changes lives! Everyone has a story…I’m going to share a few with you today! The bible says that Jesus died on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What If - In These Times

    Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Apr 22, 2020
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    What if, throughout history, things didn't happen the way they did? Would life be different for us all today? We are in very hard times right now and our "what-ifs" can make the difference in our future.

    As soon as this virus was named a Pandemic, I was given a new role as “Business Essential.” Basically, what this meant was that even if our Governor, or the President, shuts down our state, I am required as a “Mission Critical” employee to come to work. Seeing this getting closer and closer to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You Are More Than Your Possessions SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023
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    What you own is not who you are.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, in this sacred space, under the watchful gaze of our Heavenly Father, we are called to reflect, to ponder, and to meditate on a question that is as old as humanity itself, yet often overlooked in our fast-paced, ...read more

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    Why Are We Here, Church?

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 7, 2008
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     | 6,327 views

    Why bother? What’s the point of going to church Sunday after Sunday? What on earth could make it worthwhile to be part of a church community. I mean...come on!

    “Why are We Here, Church? – September 7, 2008 Summer is over. School is on once again. The hot weather is slowly leaving us. Autumn is around the corner. Many of us are just kind of finding our feet again back into normal routines. Life continues…church life continues. Now, something that always ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Building An Attractive Church"

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Mar 15, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,619 views

    If you were looking for a church to serve as your home church, what kind of church would you look for?

    Lexington Church Of God, March 16th, 2003 PM Service “Building An Attractive Church” Text: Acts 2:41-47 (KJV) 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. 42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The First Controversy In The Church Series

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on May 1, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,438 views

    What does a church in action do with problems? How do we handle controversy? By following the example of the early church.

    The First Controversy in the Church A church in action will still have some problems. ILL>>>Perhaps the only way to avoid quarreling with your wife is to let her go her way and you go hers. ILL>>> Sue Martinuk, War had broken out between my roommate and me. We dealt with our anger by not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Churches At Smyrna And Pergamum

    Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Oct 10, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,148 views

    What can we learn today from the churches at Smyrna and Pergamum, one of the seven churches in Revelation 2-3 ?

    Why would letters be written to these churches? Well, Smyrna was a very important centre of trade, with a valuable harbour, and big wine business. It was a very beautiful city, even outstanding. In all the civil wars, the people of Smyrna always chose the right side to be: it was politically ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Church's Mission Challenge

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,657 views

    The church must have a mission and a vision in order to grow and survive. This message examines what John says in 3 John.

    THE CHURCH’S MISSION CHALLENGE 3 John 5-8 INTRO: The finest days of any congregation come when there is a clear vision of the church’s mission and a clear understanding of and commitment to that vision. John wrote to a fellowship of believers who struggled to determine the priority of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Church's Medical History Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jan 12, 2009
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     | 5,028 views

    Introduction and overview to a study of 1 Corinthians using the Body and medical analogy to understand what it means to be a healthy and holy church.

    SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today I. A CHURCH’S MEDICAL HISTORY (Intro., 1:1-9) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, January 11, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: It’s 2009 and what a world we have made for ourselves! Given the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Birthmark Of A Model Church Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 21, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,213 views

    This is the 1st sermon in the 1 Thessalonians series, "Encouragement". What does the Model Church look like?

    Series: Encouragement [#1] BIRTHMARKS OF A MODEL CHURCH 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4 Introduction: As I talk with Tharon often about his health, I hate that I passed some of those genetic traits to him. The truth is, we all pass things on to our children whether it be a genetic trait, a behavioral ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Resources Of A Model Church Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 10, 2019
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     | 3,946 views

    This is the 4th sermon in the 1 Thessalonians series, "Encouragement". What does the Model Church look like?

    Series: Encouragement [#4] RESOURCES OF A MODEL CHURCH 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20 Introduction: It was not easy to be a Christian in Thessalonica where people suffered persecution. Yet, in the midst of this suffering; the Thessalonian Christians experienced joy. Churches do experience “growing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Grow A Church

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 29, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 13,112 views

    God wants His church to be fruitful. He wants and expects growth, both spiritual growth and numerical growth. If we are to be obedient to our commission from Christ we must grow. Let’s look at what it takes to grow a church.

    toHow to Grow a Church Matthew 16:13-19 Introduction: God wants His church to be fruitful. He wants and expects growth, both spiritual growth and numerical growth. But the sad reality is that that according to one survey 81% of America’s churches reported stagnant or declining membership. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Opposition Leads To Church Growth Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 16, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,736 views

    Revisit what caused growth in the early church and apply it to what will bring growth to your church today.

    One thing which has characterized the church over history is opposition, and that opposition, rather than driving the church away, has provided for church growth. When your convictions come under fire, when they are tested, you will come to embrace them or reject them. When Christianity is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What’s It All About, Alfie?

    Contributed by Rolly Estabillo on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,939 views

    It’s not about us, it’s all about Him. (Sermon delivered during the 15th Anniversary Celebration of Fil-Am Community Church in Springfield, VA on Nov. 20, 2011)

    VIDEO (What’s it all about, Alfie?) This song comes from the movie of the same title, “What’s it all about, Alfie?” It’s the story of a womanizer who thinks that life revolves around him. Until he gradually realizes the consequences of his actions. Now, I’m not recommending that you watch this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist