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  • The Beehive thumbnail

    The Beehive PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 407 views

    Encourages believers to bear each other's burdens, persist in doing good, and draw strength from Christ, fostering unity and love within the church community.

    Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters, to this sacred gathering, this blessed communion of souls. We gather not as strangers passing in the night, but as fellow travelers, bound by a shared faith, a shared hope, and a shared love in our Lord Jesus Christ. Each of us, unique in our own ways, yet ...read more

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    Passionate About The Church Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 21, 2016
     | 6,286 views

    Paul was passionate about the church. He had developed a personal relationship with them and knew their needs and concerns. Pastors, and those within the church, can glean much from the Apostle in this passage. We need the commitment and passion he had.

    Passionate about the Church Philippians 4: 1-3 In order to effectively lead a congregation of believers, the pastor must have a burden for the people within the congregation, while developing personal relationships with them. Paul understood this principle of leadership and provided a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Challenges For The Cretian Church Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 21, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,161 views

    Immediately following his instruction for ordaining elders in each city, Paul revealed the great need to have elders in place within the churches - false doctrine, immorality, and idolatry. It was imperative the church be able to deal with the many challenges she faced.

    Challenges for the Cretian Church Titus 1: 10-16 Following the charge to ordain elders in every city, and providing detailed instruction regarding the qualifications needed for an elder, Paul revealed the great need within Crete. The challenges facing the church there were many – thus affirming ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Diferences Within Unity Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 9, 2015
     | 5,451 views

    The differences based upon the Spirit's gift to the Church should create greater unity, not disunity.

    Unity and Differences Ephesians 4:7-16 Zero’s do make a difference. A quick postcard was sent out to church members of a church was considering a new pastor. A newsletter had gone out and no one had noticed the error. The postcard said, “Pastor Bill Murphy actually has the 100 percent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Organization Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 9, 2024
     | 1,149 views

    It is no secret that leadership presents its own set of challenges, and those who lead within the church are not exempt. Pastors in particular, and those in leadership positions within the church, often feel overwhelmed by the challenges associated with Kingdom work.

    The Organization of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 3 (1-8 for Text) It is no secret that leadership presents its own set of challenges, and those who lead within the church are not exempt. Pastors in particular, and those in leadership positions within the church, often feel overwhelmed by the challenges ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Danger Of Disrespecting Church Leadership

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 14, 2025
     | 645 views

    Disrespecting church leaders is not just a social offence — it is a spiritual error that has serious consequences. God places men and women in positions of authority within the church to guide His flock and administer His will.

    THE DANGER OF DISRESPECTING CHURCH LEADERSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 13:17 Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, Numbers 12:1-10, 1 Samuel 24:6, Jude 1:8 INTRODUCTION: Church leadership is ordained by God for the growth, order, and spiritual oversight of the body of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Outbreak! Deveolping A Spiritual S.t.a.p.h. Infection Within The Church

    Contributed by James Stophel on Apr 5, 2016
     | 11,663 views

    Could a STAPH infection actually be a good thing? It can when it is a spiritual STAPH infection!

    OUTBREAK! TEXT: LUKE 8:43-48 Opening: There are certain words and terms that can strike fear into all of mankind: “The Plague” is one such term. Others words like “epidemic” and even the word “Outbreak” creates panic. Down through the sands of times, these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preserving Unity In The Body

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 5, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,955 views

    A sermon preached at nearby Immanuel church on unity, divisions and discipline within the church (local and city-wide)

    Preserving the unity of the body. Immanuel church, Winchester 7/3/4am Eph 4:1-13 UNITY & DISUNITY Had a friend drop by to stay Mon Tue pm while at leadership conference - Shocked when told: ¡§30% of a leaders energy will go in conflict and stamping out fires¡¨ - you: ¡§oh, that¡¦s what happens in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Appeal For Unity PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,691 views

    Emphasizes the importance of unity within the church, grounded in the gospel of Jesus Christ, to strengthen the church and glorify God.

    Good morning, dear friends. I am thrilled to stand before you today, not merely as a speaker, but as a fellow pilgrim, walking hand in hand with each of you on this path of faith we tread. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has ...read more

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    Who Is Able To Stand

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 25, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 3,957 views

    THIS SERMON SHOWS THE OVERWHELMING AMOUNT OF ENVY WITHIN THE CHURCH BODY AND WHO WITHSTOOD THE PERSECUTION THAT WE SO READILY GIVE OVER TO WITH BITTER STRIFE.

    INTRODUCTION ENVY REQUIRES A CRUEL HEART OF A BELIEVER. THE BURDEN OF ENVY TAKES A GREAT DEAL OF ENERGY. THOSE IN WHICH YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH REQUIRES YOU TO GO THROUGH THE MOTIONS WITH THIS HEART FELT DISLIKE FOR THAT ONE WHOM YOU HAVE NOT MADE AMENDS WITH. IN OUR CHURCHES TODAY THERE IS ENVY ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Fruit Inspectors Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 30, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,117 views

    We are to discern false teaching within the church by examining the fruit produced by our teachers.

    I know that several of you have recently driven to California. I was wondering if they still have the Agricultural Inspection Stations when you cross the border into California. I know they still had them when Mary and I vacationed there a couple of years ago. Those inspectors are tasked with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am Saved

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 9, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,516 views

    This message is about salvation and the fact that it is free. It was inspired by a survy conducted within my Church.

    I Am Saved Scriptures: John 3:1-7; Acts 16:31-34; Romans 3:22-24; 10:8-11 Introduction: This message this morning comes from my desire to confirm with every member here what it means to be saved, especially for our young people. This understanding is crucial to how we see ourselves as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is There More Than One Will Of God?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 8, 2021
    based on 5 ratings
     | 1,999 views

    There is a belief within the church that the Creator God has a perfect will with as many as six permissive variations

    There is a belief within the church that the Creator God has a perfect will with many permissive variations that purposely 'allows' horrible things such as sickness and disease to happen to those who He created in His image and likeness (James 3:9). "And be not conformed to this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Women Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 17,026 views

    May all women rise up within the leadership of the church and find their rightful place.

    WOMEN IN MINISTRY. WOMEN AS PASTORS. WOMEN LEADING IN THE CHURCH. THESE FEW STATEMENTS HAVE PROBABLY SPARKED MORE DEBATE AND HAVE CAUSED MORE DISSENTION AND TRAUMA WITHIN THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH THAN ANYTHING BEFORE. I WONDER HOW MANY GREAT AND OUTSTANDING WOMEN THROUGHOUT THE COURSE OF HUMAN HISTORY ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Unity And Love PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,632 views

    This sermon emphasizes living a life worthy of our calling, embracing unity and diversity within the church, and growing together in love and truth.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joyous occasion to gather here today, to be in the presence of our Lord and Savior, to share in the fellowship of His love, and to learn from His Word. We are here not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us has been called, chosen, ...read more

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