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  • Michael Stark avatar

    A Cup Of Cold Water

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 10, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,703 views

    A message encouraging the saints to refresh others.

    “John said to him, ‘Teacher, we saw someone casting out demons in your name, and we tried to stop him, because he was not following us.’ But Jesus said, ‘Do not stop him, for no one who does a mighty work in my name will be able soon afterward to speak evil of me. For the one who is not against us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Susan Babb, OSL avatar

    A Cup Of Cold Water

    Contributed by Susan Babb, Osl on Apr 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,280 views

    Sharing the love of God in a simple, practical way.

    A Cup of Cold Water Matthew 10: 40-42 I. Intro Story A. Jared and Dad playing catch when Jared asked, “Dad, is there a God?” B. Joe (Dad) – same hopeless feeling he experienced before 1. on high school baseball team, lost sight of fly ball in blazing sun 2. didn’t know ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    A Cup Of Cold Water

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 29, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,094 views

    How important is it to be a welcoming church? How thankful are we for those who receive us?

    Intro How important is it to be a welcoming church? How thankful are we for those who receive us? How do we receive Gospel preachers, each other, and newcomers? Purpose Let’s become more welcoming. Plan We will look at Matthew 10:40-42 and hospitality. 2 Kings 4:8-17 The Shunammite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Hues avatar

    A Cup Of Cold Water Series

    Contributed by Dan Hues on Apr 28, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,303 views

    Even the smallest, seemingly insignificant act of love or mercy could have a lasting impact upon someone else.

    1. “Starfish Story” originally written by Loren Eiseley. "One day a man was walking along the beach, when he noticed a boy picking up starfish and throwing them into the ocean. Approaching the boy, he asked, “Excuse me, but what are you doing?" The boy replied, “Throwing starfish back ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Cup Of Cold Water PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 867 views

    Emphasize the importance of hospitality, welcoming Jesus into our lives, and the rewards that come from offering kindness and compassion to others.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the book of Matthew that teaches us about the power of hospitality, the blessing of welcoming Jesus, and the reward of offering a cup of cold water. As Henri Nouwen once said, "Hospitality means primarily the creation of ...read more

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    Cup Of Cold Water Christians

    Contributed by Perry Hancock on Jul 17, 2012
    based on 41 ratings
     | 27,400 views

    Sermon to encourage Christians to serve one another and the world

    (Hand out Peppermints to Congregation) Months ago I was preaching and a few minutes into the sermon I started coughing. I was not aware of it at the time but a man left the sanctuary and came back with a cup of cold water that saved me and the sermon. I knew then that the Lord wanted me to develop ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. John D. WENTWORTH avatar

    : : “ Servingthe Power Of A Cup Of Cold Water “ Series

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jun 1, 2024
     | 889 views

    WHAT DID JESUS MEAN BY GIVING A CUP OF COLD WATER?

    Title: “ Serving with Refreshing Grace: The Power of a Cup of Cold Water “ Text: Matthew 10:40-42 “Whoever receives you receives me, and whoever receives me receives him who sent me. 41 The one ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Todd Schäve avatar

    For A Cup Of Cold Water, Eternal Life!

    Contributed by Todd Schäve on Jun 30, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 9,048 views

    Jesus is addressing the hospitality the Jews or lost would show when receiving his disciples into their homes. The disciples are taking the gospel “...to the lost sheep of Israel” (v.6), and as they go, they are proclaiming that “...The kingdom of heaven

    For a Cup of Cold Water, Eternal Life! Matthew 10.40-42 <> Todd A. Schäve, pastor/teacher Introduction: 1. In our passage this morning, Jesus is addressing the hospitality that the Jews or lost sheep of Israel show when receiving his disciples into their homes, as the disciples take the gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Rewards For Serving Christ Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 7, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 33,473 views

    After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a promise. Those who faithfully served the Lord & who faithfully support these workers will be rewarded.

    MATTHEW 10: 40-42 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED Series] REWARDS FOR SERVING CHRIST [Revelation 22: 10-17] After many stern warnings and instructions to His missionaries, to His disciple makers, Jesus closes the discourse with a simply amazing promise. Jesus had instructed His disciples to stay in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The Great Reward

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 20, 2020
     | 6,375 views

    There is nothing like a cold cup of water on a hot day.

    A Great Reward Matthew 10:40-42 This morning’s New Testament text from the Lectionary has to be understood within the context of last week’s passage to which it presents a dramatic contrast. Jesus had charged His disciples before sending them out on a mentored mission tour to the villages of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Helping Others As Jesus Helped Others

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 6, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 21,764 views

    The “little ones” Jesus refers to are frequently the scapegoats or victims in our society. They are the powerless, the weak, the hurting, the abused, the abandoned, the elderly or children, and they are often the easiest targets for our wrath.

    A successful man known for his generosity was driving his new car through a poor part of town. A boy tried to flag him down. The man didn’t want to get involved, so he pretended he didn’t see the child. As he slowed for a red traffic light, he heard a loud crash. Someone had thrown a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Richard Burkey avatar

    Sharing Jesus In Practical Ways Series

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 19, 2005
    based on 301 ratings
     | 66,012 views

    Jesus in Matthew 10:42 when he speaks of sharing a cup of cold water is speaking of the practicality of living the Christian life. Christianity and our relationship with God is personal, but not meant to be private. Our life with God is a life that is des

    The Great Life: Sharing Jesus in Practical Ways June 29-30, 2002 Matthew 10:40-42 (New International Version) 40”He who receives you receives me, and he who receives me receives the one who sent me. 41Anyone who receives a prophet because he is a prophet will ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Sermon: Expect A Prophet’s Reward

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 21, 2024
     | 1,426 views

    Jesus talks about the rewards one can expect for receiving prophets, righteous men, and giving cups of cold water to little ones in the name of a disciple. How can we be sure that we will receive the prophet’s reward?

    Sermon: Expect A Prophet’s Reward Scripture Lessons: Matthew 10:1, 16, 40-42 “And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease” 16 “Behold, I send you forth as sheep in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Steven Cook avatar

    Just A Cup Of Water

    Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000
    based on 91 ratings
     | 11,621 views

    This message emphasizes the real reason why Christians should serve their King, Jesus Christ.

    “Just a Cup of Water” 2 Samuel 23:1-5; 8; 13-17 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. There are few characters in the Word of God who attract our attention as much as the man, David. B. He is mentioned more than any other character in the Bible, except the Lord Jesus Christ. C. He is the only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    The Desire To Do Good

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 10, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,575 views

    We are called by Jesus to offer cups of cold water to the widows, poor and fatherless of this world but how is a believer to balance this command with also being good stewards of God's resources? For instance are we called to give to the takers of this world and if so in what manner?

    The Desire to do Good 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “It is a loss, perhaps, to give to a man who wastes, but it will be a greater loss not to give at all!” Charles Spurgeon Jesus told believers that “from the one who has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist