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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Going Away Sad? What Does Your Giving Show?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 3, 2006
    based on 23 ratings
     | 3,785 views

    Your personal giving reveals much about you. Jesus informed a man that he needed to give and he went away sad.

    GOING AWAY SAD? WHAT DOES YOUR GIVING SHOW? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com IS BEING BUSY SUCCESS? THE MOSQUITO IS SWATTED FOR IT’S BUSYNESS. THE BEE IS PRAISED? WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE? I. YOU CAN GIVE AND NOT LOVE, BUT ONE CAN NEVER LOVE WITHOUT GIVING? LET US TRY TO DEFINE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Time Has Come For Bi-Vocational Ministers And Staff

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 3, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,881 views

    We are all ministers so we need to rethink some traditional vocational concepts.

    The Time Has Come For Bi-vocational Ministers and Staff I have served in many churches over the last twenty-five years in a bi-vocational capacity. Only at the time I had not heard the terminology nor realized that it was what was needed in the churches. I had been saved and mentored under the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Kind Of A Boss Do You Have?

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 33 ratings
     | 3,290 views

    Last sermon in a series on shepherding in the church.

    Sermon for 6/10/2001 1 Peter 5:1-4 Acts 20:28 What Kind of a Boss Do You Have? Introduction: A. What kind of a boss do you have? B. A best-selling book business book is “Best Boss, Worst Boss’ by management techniques expert Jim Miller. The book grew out of a contest he began in 1992 to find ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Godly Service Involves Humility And Tears

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 9,367 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
     | 8,083 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
     | 2,291 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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    Will You Die For Christ?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,025 views

    How much do you really love Jesus?

    Will You Die For Christ? Last week, we celebrated our liberty mostly by consuming large quantities of BBQ, beans and assorted other standard fare. A few of us may have reflected on our founding fathers and what the holiday was supposed to be about. Most just saw it as a day off from work and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Perspective On Ministry Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 12,024 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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    Christianity Is Exclusively Inclusive

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 22, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 8,251 views

    Is it right to say that Jesus is the ONLY way? Unless you deny the Word, you better preach the truth and He is the truth and the only way!

    Christianity Is Exclusively Inclusive It is often said that Christianity or at least some sects of Christianity are too exclusive or intolerant in that they do not accept any other faiths as valid and even reject other sects of Christianity. There is a lot of truth in that accusation. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul, The Pastor (His Farewell Address) Series

    Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 16,362 views

    Modern church leaders have often neglected the duties of overseeing the spiritual welfare of individuals and families. Sadly, biblical pastoral oversight is set aside for more promising programs. Instead, programs, facilities, and finances are impersonall

    INTRODUCTION Savage Wolves: PT BARNUM - THE CIRCUS SHOWMAN - He delighted in showing an exhibit: THE HAPPY FAMILY - Lions, Tigers, and a little lamb. One asked if they had problems, Barnum said “Aside from replacing the lamb from time to time, there’s no problem.” We all know that there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Finding Worth In Your Work Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003
    based on 75 ratings
     | 33,605 views

    While you may get tired at your job, or even be tired of your job, the Bible teaches that work has intrinsic value of your work.

    Finding Worth in Your Work Three boys were bragging about who had the best dad. The first boy said, “My dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, calls it a poem, and they give him $100.” The second boy jumps in and says, “That’s nothing. My dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Be A Good Finisher

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 3, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,260 views

    Paul desired to finish the work God had called him to do. – Ask the Lord to help you fulfill the ministry He has directed you in. Even though we may not know what the future holds, we know who holds the future.

    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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    Never Can Say Goodbye

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Jan 26, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
     | 17,256 views

    Goodbye’s are ineveitable, but Christians never say goodbye for the final time.

    West Greeley Baptist Church January 28th 2001 “Never Can say Goodbye” Act’s 20:25, Acts 20:37-38, Acts 21:1 By Pastor Mark Hensley Acts 2025"Now I know that none of you among whom I have gone about preaching the kingdom will ever see me again. Acts 20:37 “They all wept as they embraced him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Denny Emmons avatar

    Making Life Worthwhile

    Contributed by Denny Emmons on Mar 15, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,889 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

  • Rudy Klimes avatar

    What Am I Here For

    Contributed by Rudy Klimes on Dec 27, 2002
    based on 76 ratings
     | 9,851 views

    Find the purpose of your life by examining Esther’s experience

    What Am I Here For? Objective: Participants shall find their mission in life by applying lessons from Queen Esther’s experience. In the 470s BC, King Xerxes ruled Persia and Esther was queen. For background, read the book of Esther ( or Megillat Esther and Purim) and below. Then write: My life ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible