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  • Eric Snyder avatar

    Real Followers Are Spirit Led Series

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,139 views

    Part of a series based on Mike Slaughter’s book

    Real Followers are Spirit led, Acts 20:22-24 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ January 20, 2002 Being a Spirit led follower means carrying a cross not climbing ladders It has been argued that we live in the most prosperous country in the history of the world. As Americans we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Form Vs. Function

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,737 views

    One of a series on the church from the book of Acts.

    Do you remember the decisions you made when you left High School. There was the decision that led you to college or to the military. Or perhaps it was a decision that led you a factory job or to trade school. One little decision that probably shaped the rest of your life. Any architect deals ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Four Essential Perspectives To Give To Those You Are Discipling – Acts 20:1

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,676 views

    Four Essential Perspectives to Give to those you are Discipling – Acts 20:16-38

    Four Essential Perspectives to Give to those you are Discipling – Acts 20:16-38 Illustration: There is power in peer pressure. One day as I took my campers, from the Navigator Eagle Lake Camp, in the mountains of Colorado Springs, to the dining hall, the rumor spread that we were having lima ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who's Leading You? Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Sep 6, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 17,115 views

    This sermon stresses the importance of and the characteristics of spiritual leadership so that we will mature and not be described as Ephesians 4:14 & 15.

    Who’s Leading You? Acts 20:17-38 September 8, 2002 Intro: A. [Illustration] A bumper sticker reads: “Don’t follow me. I’m lost too.” Motion does not always mean purpose. Be very careful if you follow the crowd, for they may not know where they are going. B. Ephesians 4:14-15 (NIV), Then we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Godly Service Involves Humility And Tears

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 8,988 views

    Paul gives us a great example of a godly servant who demonstrated a tearful humility that produced great results

    Why Serving the Lord Involves Humility, Tears and Trials? (Acts 20: 19) Why do so many people struggle to be transparent and open in their relationships? Illustration:Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda describes his battle with bad habits: "I took a pack of cigarettes from my pocket, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Some Reasons For Paul's Success

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,216 views

    True Success is Found in Following Paul as He Imitated Christ

    Some Reasons For Paul’s Success (Acts 20:17-36) Illustration:Someone once asked Paul Harvey, the journalist and radio commentator, to reveal the secret of his success. "I get up when I fall down," said Harvey. Bits & Pieces, March 3, 1994, p. 16. Characteristics of Paul’s Successful ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Balancing Proclamation With Instruction

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,136 views

    Paul shows us how to balance our preaching with our teaching for the best effects

    Why Is It Important To Balance Proclamation With Instruction (Acts 20:20,21) Illustration:Some pastors preach "longhorn sermons," a point here, a point there, and a lot of bull in between. Source Unknown. One pastor never prepared during the week, and on Sunday morning he’d sit on the platform ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Making Life Worthwhile

    Contributed by Denny Emmons on Mar 15, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,674 views

    How to have a meaningful life.

    Factor #1 Live a life that is exemplary before others vs 17 & 18 Factor #2 Live a life that is characterized with humility and compassion v 19a Factor #3 Live a life that is continuing to serve even though at times its very difficult v 19b Factor #4 Live a life that is concerned about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Paul's Perspective On Ministry Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 11,334 views

    When Paul stopped at Miletus he gives us his perspective on his ministry.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 35 Paul’s Perspective on Ministry Acts 20: 17-38 Acts 20:17 (NKJV) “From Miletus he sent to Ephesus and called for the elders of the church.” Paul stopped at Miletus on his way to Jerusalem and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep Back Nothing Profitable

    Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,875 views

    Does the Church present the whole truth to its members?

    "I kept back nothing that was profitable for you, but have showed you, and have taught you publicly, and from house to house, testifying to both Jews and Greeks of repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ." (Acts 20:20-21). Paul spoke these words to the Christian elders ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Strive For Love

    Contributed by Chad Fessenden on Mar 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,884 views

    We can accomplish great things for God, but none greater than the act of love!

    Acts 20 23I only know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. 24However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me--the task of testifying to the gospel of God’s grace. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Spiritual Leadership

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Mar 12, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,531 views

    Spiritual leadership is a special opportunity given to God-chosen individuals for a special purpose.

    Spiritual leadership is a very important subject worthy to be considered for deeper study. Its indisputable value and amplification has reached a new milestone. Its admirable effects are now being desired by highly competitive and intellectual people in the secular realm. Men of integrity have seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Whole Counsel Of God

    Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Jun 14, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,371 views

    In Acts 20, when Paul gives his farewell address to the Ephesian elders, we really see his heart as a pastor. What was driving him? Being aware of the necessity of being God’s "watchman." How did he accomplish this? "For I have not shunned to declare unto

    Ephesus was a city in which many Jews took up residence + Here the seeds of the gospel were sown immediately after Pentecost = [Acts 2:9, 6:9] + At the close of his second missionary journey (about A.D. 51) + When Paul was returning from Greece to Syria, first visits city = [Acts 18:18-21] + He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer & Parting Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Jul 6, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 5,629 views

    Final in the series "Patterns for Prayer." Looks at Pauls farewell with the Ephesian elders as a pattern for praying together as we say goodbye.

    Prayer & Parting Text: Acts 20: 22-38 Introduction This sermon was scheduled before I knew with certainty when or even if I would be leaving Heidelberg. So perhaps it is providential that here just about exactly one month before my departure as we conclude this series of sermons on prayer that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Making A Graceful Exit

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 19, 2004
    based on 211 ratings
     | 19,322 views

    In Paul’s farewell address he spoke of the past, the present and the future. 1- His past work 2- His present commitment 3- His future concern

    INTRO.- How do you say “goodbye” when you exit someone’s presence? - “Gotta go. Bye.” - “It’s been fun. Take it easy.” - “Adios Amigo.” - “After while, crocodile.” - “Later gator.” - “So long. Catch you later.” - “Toodle-oo.” (that’s an old one) - “Goodbye and God bless you.” - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ