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  • Ronald Keller avatar

    The Great Mystery Of Godliness

    Contributed by Ronald Keller on Sep 17, 2002
    based on 164 ratings
     | 12,053 views

    A non-musical look at one of the church’s earliest hymns about Jesus.

    "THE GREAT MYSTERY OF GODLINESS" INTRODUCTION All of us like some kind of music. Music seems to have always had a place in the church. Some I like. Some I do not like. You probably have the same feelings: But out of Christian love, we endure other types of music, knowing that others find it a ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Purpose Of The Church

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 5,472 views

    Exhortation to church on our purpose on a membership Sunday.

    We will be a church deeply in love with God. We will fervently worship God with our whole heart, soul, mind, strength, time, and finances. We will avoid the complacency of lukewarm, status-quo religion. We will pursue a deeper relationship with God through committed prayer, fasting, studying ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Don Hawks avatar

    5 Benefits Of The Bethany Church Family

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 79 ratings
     | 12,781 views

    If somebody asked you, “Why are you a part of the church family? Why do you participate in church services?” what would you say? What would you tell them?

    Last week I told you that on a typical Sunday morning, all over America, more than 100 million Americans will go to church. But most of those people have never clarified, Why? They’ve never figured out, Why do I do this? Some people go to church out of guilt. Some people go out of pressure. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Church Priorities: Elders

    Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jan 25, 2002
    based on 124 ratings
     | 2,908 views

    This message addresses the qualifications of those who serve as elders in the church.

    For the last couple of months we have been talking about Who You Are in the body of Christ. We said that We are the church of Jesus Christ. And because we are the church of Jesus Christ, we are a family. As with all families there comes responsibilities. We have looked at our responsibilities to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gerald Cornelius avatar

    The Ministry Of The Deacon

    Contributed by Gerald Cornelius on Mar 27, 2001
    based on 256 ratings
     | 16,978 views

    What scripture says about the role of deacon.

    THE MINISTRY OF THE DEACON TEXT: ACTS 6;1-6, I TIMOTHY 3:8-13 Introduction Let’s begin with a question. Is the deacon ministry necessary and valid in today’s church? A fellow pastor in another state said that he didn’t have deacons in his church and would not permit the church to ordain any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • joel carwile avatar

    Why Have The Office Of A Deacon? A Biblical View

    Contributed by Joel Carwile on Mar 27, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 2,735 views

    Looking at the Office of a deacon from a biblical perspective.

    Why Have the Office of a Deacon? A Biblical View 13 For they that have used the office of a deacon well purchase to themselves a good degree, and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus. 1 Tim 3:13 1 Timothy 3: 8-13 Greek word: diakonos {dee-ak’-on-os} Vine’s Word(s): Deacon, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    The Work Of Deacons

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 10, 2003
    based on 144 ratings
     | 11,048 views

    The duties, qualifications, rewards of the Deacon.

    The work of a Deacon I Tim. 3:8-13 INTRO.: In God’s Kingdom, spiritual things and the spirit itself are of supreme importance. But, we live in a material world and, from a practical point of view, it is impossible to express ourselves in spiritual words or address spiritual matters without dealing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pull On The Same End Of The Rope

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 14, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 5,417 views

    A mother’s day sermon based on 1 Timothy 3:11

    Sermon for 5/13/2001 Mother’s Day 1 Timothy 3:11 Introduction: There is a story about 4 preachers discussing the merits of the various translations of the Bible. One liked the KJV best because of its simple, beautiful English. Another liked the American Revised Version best because it was closer ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is Church Attendance Necessary

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Jun 25, 2001
    based on 120 ratings
     | 7,129 views

    If you have forsaken the assembly of Christians, we encourage you to take these steps.

    Is Church Attendance Necessary? Considering the lax attitudes of many religious people today, it would be easy to conclude that church attendance is optional or perhaps only for those who are very religious and extremely dedicated to their faith. Membership rosters in most churches, compared to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Effective Leaders

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 1, 2001
    based on 43 ratings
     | 5,091 views

    This sermon deals with biblical qualifications for those who desire to be elders and deacons within the church.

    Effective Leaders For Christ 2/28/93 R/87 Text 1 Tim. 3:1-7 1 Sam 16:1-12 John 13:1-17 .ls2 Today we are seeking to ordain on behalf of the entire Presbyterian Church, those men and women that we believe that God has called to serve in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Overseeing The Church Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,556 views

    SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP (OVERSEEING THE CHURCH OF GOD) REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER

    QUALIFICATIONS FOR ELDERS -- ABOVE REPROACH BIG IDEA: SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP (OVERSEEING THE CHURCH OF GOD) REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER I. (:1) CHURCH OVERSIGHT IS A GOOD WORK TO PURSUE A. Introduction: Importance of the subject Another "trustworthy statement " something that can be relied ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Serving The Church Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,075 views

    SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES

    QUALIFICATIONS FOR DEACONS -- MEN OF DIGNITY BIG IDEA: SERVING THE CHURCH OF GOD IN THE PRIVILEGED ROLE OF DEACON ALSO REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER AND RESPECTABLE FAMILIES INTRODUCTION: Wiersbe: "The first deacons were appointed to be assistants to the apostles. In a local church today ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Constitution Of The Church Of The Living God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 6,768 views

    THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST

    BIG IDEA: THEME OF 1 TIMOTHY: THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD MUST BE STRUCTURED AROUND APPROPRIATE STANDARDS FOR CONDUCT AND THE COMMON CONFESSION OF UNION WITH CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Importance of Structure in the Local Church -- not just do whatever you please, however you want; There are standards ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dana Carpenter Jr. avatar

    Divorce And Christian Service

    Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 97 ratings
     | 3,288 views

    Does divorce and remarriage disqualify one for Christian service?

    (The views expressed in this teaching are not necessarily those of Freedom Bible College, Concepts of Freedom Ministries, or any affiliations, ministers, faculty, or staff thereof.) Introduction. A. Very controversial subject. B. Those who teach this view are often called heretical in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David DeWitt avatar

    The Qualities Of A Godly Leader

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001
    based on 140 ratings
     | 26,287 views

    God has a set standard for the leaders of His church

    The Qualities of a Godly Leader 1 Timothy 3:2-7 July 26, 1998 Morning Service Introduction The King of the jungle 1. The lion goes and asked the animals of the jungle who was the King A. Bypasses the smaller animals and goes straight to the bear: The lion asks the bear who was the king, bear says ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God