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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Full Time Calling Of The Lord - Luke 5:4-11

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 12, 2011
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     | 7,177 views

    Full Time Calling Of The LORD - Luke 5:4-11

    Full Time Calling Of The LORD - Luke 5:4-11 Luke 5:4 When he had finished speaking, he told Simon, "Push out into deep water, and lower your nets for a catch." Luke 5:5 Simon answered, "Master, we have worked hard all night and caught nothing. But if you say so, I'll lower the nets." Luke 5:6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Command And Teach These Things Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 20, 2011
    based on 30 ratings
     | 14,698 views

    Command and teach things that affect our lives. 1- Don’t let others look down on you 2- Devote yourself to ministry 3- Don’t neglect your gift 4- Diligence will pay off 5- Doctrine is important

    INTRO.- Command and teach! Strong words. ILL.- It’s been said that it is not the dog’s keen smell or hearing that has endeared him to modern man, it’s his uncomplaining readiness to obey and lavish affection on his human friends. A dog is loyal, loving, and lovable, even if ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ, Our Example: Love Series

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,342 views

    Jesus calls us to lay down our lives for Him, as He laid down His life for us.

    Christ, Our Example: Love August 28, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus calls us to lay down our lives for Him, as He laid down His life for us. Focus Passage: John 15:9-17 Supplemental Passage: If I speak with the tongues of men and of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Made To Make A Difference (Acts Conclusion) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012
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     | 7,745 views

    This expository sermon series was inspired by Max Lucado's book Outlive Your Life. All the outlines are original, but much credit goes to Max for the content. This a brief conclusion to the series, which was followed by a report given by our mission team

    Made to Make a Difference: Conclusion Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/31/2011 This series is inspired by and portions adapted from Max Lucado’s Out Live Your Life. In case you’ve forgotten what our little starfish friend here (on the PowerPoint slides) is all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    The Lord Is Our Life

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 9, 2012
     | 3,375 views

    I. EXORDIUM: How often do we make choices? How does it feel to love someone? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers with or without a ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage them to make the LORD, their life. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 30:20 You

    I. EXORDIUM: How often do we make choices? How does it feel to love someone? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers with or without a ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage them to make the LORD, their life. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 30:20 You can make this choice by loving the Lord your God, obeying ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Pitfalls Of Leadership

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 2, 2013
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    There are certain things that a wise and Godly leader must avoid. The devil uses many demonic assignments to discourage and destroy Godly leaders. God has already provided the power of His Word and His Spirit to help leaders overcome their weaknesses

    The Pitfalls of Leadership 1 Peter 5:8 - Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. There are certain things that a wise and Godly leader must avoid. The devil uses many demonic assignments to discourage and destroy Godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Crises And Conflict

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 2, 2013
     | 4,158 views

    The life of a leader is filled with challenges and crises. A spiritual leader should be able to navigate successfully through difficult and challenging times and should know how to stand firm when facing critical situations. Leadership ability can be test

    Crises and Conflict Matthew 12:25-30 - But Jesus knew their thoughts, and said to them: “Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation, and every city or house divided against itself will not stand. “If Satan casts out Satan, he is divided against himself. How then ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    You Are Welcome Series

    Contributed by Casey Campbell on Mar 9, 2013
     | 4,753 views

    It is a meditation on the text...no illustrations...just a reworking of the basic concepts into the venacular.

    As we read through the gospels we regularly are told that the good news of God’s kingdom is for those, “who have ears to hear, and eyes to see.” And what a great challenge and opportunity that is: to see the world from a fresh perspective and hear it make music in our souls. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding The Anointing

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Sep 21, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 33,850 views

    Many Christians today do not have a true understanding of the anointing. This sermon teaches the basic principles.

    Understanding the anointing Very few Christians - have true understanding of anointing. What they have been taught may not be exactly right. They probably know that the anointing involves power, that it has something to do with Holy Spirit, and that's about it. There is an old saying "a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Jehova-Rapha Our Healer

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Oct 6, 2012
     | 7,485 views

    The healing that Christ has provided is much broader than the physical. He took those stripes on His back so you and I could be well in every area of our lives.

    Jehova Rapha = the LORD that healeth This title is used more than 60 times in the Old Testament It literally means to RESTORE, to HEAL, or to CURE; refering to the physical, the emotional, the spiritual, and in some instances, even the moral. Ex. 15:26 26 And said, If thou wilt diligently ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Balancing Act

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 29, 2013
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    We think of how important serving others and "convertng" others is, but we must be balanced. The process does not end in baptism it continues after. This is why Jesus told us to make "disciples" not merely "converts."

    1. Communication (strange sport sayings—selected) • “You guys line up alphabetically by height.” said by Bill Peterson, a Florida State football coach. • When Shaquille O’Neal was asked whether he had visited the Parthenon during his visit to Greece, he replied, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    A Response Of Saving Faith-11

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 20, 2013
     | 3,329 views

    11 of ? The Hebrews writer recounted the very practical responses which faith had wrought in their forebears/ancestors. Saving faith yields practical responses to life. Saving faith meets life’s challenge with...

    A RESPONSE Of SAVING FAITH-XI—Hebrews 11:3-40 Attention: People we recognize as spiritually standing above others. Faith’s response to life’s challenges We indeed bring something of value to the table when we are saved! The Hebrews writer sought to encourage & exhort his readers(hearers) by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chad Garrison avatar

    Be A Team Player! Series

    Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,233 views

    God calls each of us to the Adventure of Life He has set before us. Everyone has his or her own path, but we all have the same call. Today we examine the call to God's ministry.

    Choose Your Own Adventure “Be a Team Player!” Today we want jump into the Lifestyle Choice of “Being a Team Player”. If you’ve been with us for a while, you already know what I’m talking about. Not only do we celebrate the model of “Doing Church as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Part 11 - Matthew 9:32-38 - That's When Miracles Happen! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 31, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 15,114 views

    No-one is beyond hope. No-one is beyond reach. No-one is beyond compassion.

    Part 11 - Matthew 9:32-38 - THAT'S WHEN MIRACLES HAPPEN! I've been reading a book by Francine Rivers lately about an old woman called Leota who loves the Lord and has an amazing impact upon the lives of other people in her life, yet is rejected and hated by her own daughter, Eleanor. Throughout ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Risen Jesus Even Sends Out Screw-Ups

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Apr 18, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,532 views

    Even after the disciples had abandoned Jesus in his suffering, he still has a mission for them. And he still has a mission for you, his forgiven child. Parts: A. A night of waiting. B. A repeated miracle. C. A promise and blessing.

    Text: John 21:1-14 Theme: The Risen Jesus Even Sends Out Screw-ups A. A night of waiting B. A repeated miracle C. A promise and blessing Season: Easter 3c Date: April 18, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/The-Risen-Jesus-Even-Sends-Out-Screw-ups-John21_1-14.html Grace ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran