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  • Clyde Grimes avatar

    The Purpose-Full Church: An Overview Series

    Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 6,970 views

    4 of 18 messages on moving toward greater health as a church

    The Purpose-full Church: An Overview (NTC4T-4) I. Discovering the Purposes of the Church A. Purpose-Driven vs. Program-Driven B. Why Be Purpose Driven? C. The Great Commandment D. The Great Commission Introduction Years ago on a variety show, a guest appeared who was a body builder. The crowd ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Is God Sustaining Your Church

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,079 views

    Are you struggling to keep the doors open? Stop! God is most likely calling you to a better pasture because yours is brown.

    "What God does not ordain, He does not sustain." - Unknown This may well be why so many church starts fail. Intentions may have been good and demographics screamed, "GO!", but the still small voice of God said, "No" or "Not now" or "Not you." It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For War Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 29, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,729 views

    If Christians are called to go to war against the gates of Hell, what role does "going to church" play in the conflict?

    About 20 years ago, a man received a call from his mother while deployed in Iraq. It was the weekend, and she asked if he had to work on Sundays. He replied “Mom, we have to work every day… it’s a war.” (Jeanice Shelley, Reader’s Digest 2/08 p. 50) Last Sunday we talked about the fact that we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Does It Take To Be A Church? Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 11, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 5,043 views

    The early Christians devoted themselves to: 1. The Apostle’s teaching - learning. 2. The Fellowship - worship. 3. Breaking Bread - friendship. 4. Prayer

    This description of the early church is truly amazing. Something had happened to these otherwise ordinary people. The people who were a part of this church no longer thought of themselves — their own rights and possessions — their whole identity was a group identity. They found their meaning ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Church's New Year's Resolution Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 5, 2014
     | 6,978 views

    There is a special New Year’s resolution for those who are new creatures in Christ, for those who trust in the Grace of God alone to save them.

    The Church’s New Year’s Resolution 2 Cor. 5:17-21 Here are a few things to think about as you find the scripture for today: “Here’s the testimony the world gave on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013 in Peshawar, Pakistan: “In bright fall sunlight…worshippers are leaving All ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Or What Drives The Church

    Contributed by Duane Boehm on Oct 25, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,700 views

    In today society we hear much about the work of the church. In this message we will see that it is the job of all members, not just the pastor or leaders.

    THE CHURCH--WHO OR WHAT DRIVES IT Eph. 4:1-16 Intro: why are you here? Why does our church exist? What is our purpose? Do we know? The church has a descriptive in God’s word of it’s job. I) THE CALLING walk worthily walk lowly walk in meekness walk in love walk in unity a) how long ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Dynamic Church Shares Generously Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 29, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,569 views

    God rewards those who trust him enough to invest in his kingdom.

    Scripture Introduction You work hard for your money. Why would you give it away? Jerry Lewis hosts an annual telethon to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Last year 63 million dollars was pledged—a significant amount, no doubt. Still, however, on a per gift basis, neither ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    3 Fold Purpose Of The Church

    Contributed by Syed Ibn Syed on Sep 7, 2017
     | 13,353 views

    What is the purpose of the Church? What does the Bible teach us that, we as a Church of Christ, should do?

    The Three-fold Purpose of the Church Introduction Illustration: A rich man was determined to give his mother a birthday present that would outshine all others. He read of a bird that had a vocabulary of 4000 words, could speak in numerous languages and sing 3 operatic arias. He immediately bought ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Has The Church Become Lot?

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 7, 2024
     | 1,674 views

    This message is about Sodom and Gomorrah from the standpoint of its impact on Lot's life.

    Would you turn with me to First John 4? Tonight, we will look at two subjects together realizing that they are separate. The two subjects we’re going to look at are the world and the Church. We’re going to start in First John 4 and then First John 5 identifying who we are and who we are not. So, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Peter, Feed My Sheep” (21 Of 21)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022
     | 2,220 views

    A small country church was going through some difficult times financially.

    The pastor stood before the congregation, and said, “As all of you know, we need a very large offering today! The person who gives the largest offering will be able to choose three hymns.” They received the offering, and someone had placed a one thousand-dollar check in the offering plate. He was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church: It's A Productive Place

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Nov 22, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,554 views

    A practical message on outreach using the early church’s growth as a model for us.

    The Church: It’s A Productive Place Acts 2:42-47 & 9:31 INTRODUCTION:(Prop: Houseplant) I want to introduce you to “the plant.” The reason I say, “The plant” is because it is the only plant in our home that is alive. In fact, it’s probably lived longer than any other plant we’ve ever had. My ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    An Altered Gospel Is Creeping Into The Church

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 1, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,949 views

    There are far too many people standing in the pulpit who are teaching false doctrine. What we’re seeing in the Church today was prophesied more than 50 years ago. This message looks at a portion of that prophecy.

    In February, I saw a short videoclip of a young, charismatic pastor preaching to members of his congregation. I want you to listen to what he said. “I don’t beat nobody up for smoking, drinking and having sex and doing all that, not because I did it, but because I can relate. I can relate. If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    10 Ways To Kill A Church

    Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014
     | 10,687 views

    Ever wondered how churches die? This message gives practical steps on how to kill a church.

    10 Ways to Kill a Church Open/Welcome – We had a great start last week. So alive and exciting. It made me think about the opposite. How do you kill a church? I want to give you 10 Ways to Kill a Church! Two Scriptures: Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Characteristics Of The New Testament Church Series

    Contributed by Joe La Rue on Feb 12, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 50,402 views

    An overview of the five purposes of the church: namely, worship, discipleship, service, evangelism, and fellowship.

    Title: The Characteristics Of The New Testament Church Series: The Church God Wants Us To Be, Sermon # 1 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Text: Acts 2:41-47 Date Preached: January 13, 2008 Introduction A. Hook: When it is functioning properly, the Church of Jesus Christ is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hiding In The Church House Unnoticed Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 7, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,764 views

    We tackle the group that Jesus refers to in the Sermon on the Mount as wolves in sheep's clothing. These are the one who work their way into the church congregation, get places of authority and then start sharing lies or half-truth about God or His Word for the purpose of deceiving you.

    Introduction: Today, we are going to look at the final group of players whose purpose is to deceive you and me as we approach the end times. In previous weeks, we looked at the scoffer who gets the Christian to question God. And then we saw last week that Satan uses lawlessness to his advantage to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist