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  • Joey Hanner avatar

    Digging Wells (God Called Us To Dig Wells, Not Graves) Series

    Contributed by Joey Hanner on May 27, 2019
     | 6,258 views

    "Thirsty people will follow people who Find water! If you want God to Revitalize your Church you must learn how to Dig and to never stop, God called us to Dig wells that lead to living water, not graves. God can Grow your Church

    DIGGING WELLS John 4:13-14/Genesis 26 5 Steps every Church must take to experience a Powerful Move of God Pastor your Place of Service is a Divine opportunity expecting a Divine Appointment Our Focus has to Start with the Gospel, Stay with the Gospel and Send with the Gospel!! What ever you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    2020 Vision

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 5, 2020
     | 3,585 views

    It is clear to see that we have much to do for Christ and the open door to do it!

    1 Corinthians 16:9 For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries. 2020 is a great and open door for ministry, The sky is the limit. There are many needs so there is one or two somewhere you can meet whether you are 8 or 88. God is on your side for ministry, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Social Justice And Critical Theory: Biblical Justice In An Age Of Ideological Civil War

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021
     | 3,538 views

    There is an ideological civil war taking place in the United States, and in western civilization overall. This is a battle that displays itself along political lines, social lines, academic lines, and along religious lines.

    Proverbs 21:15 "When justice is done, it is a joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers." There is an ideological civil war taking place in the United States, and in western civilization overall. This is a battle that displays itself along political lines, social lines, academic ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Lead Us Not Into Temptation - Matthew 4 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 3, 2025
     | 596 views

    Baptized, anointed and presented to the world as GOD’s Beloved Son, JESUS is led by the Spirit into the Wilderness, where HE defeats temptation with GOD’s WORD, and then begins HIS ministry in calling the world to repentance to enter GOD’s Kingdom.

    2025.02.02. Sermon Notes. Matthew 4 – MINISTRY BEGINS with the Temptation of Christ. Battling Temptation with GOD’s WORD. LEAD us not into Temptation! William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: After being baptized, anointed and presented to the world as GOD’s Beloved Son, JESUS is led by the Spirit into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Missions: The Heartbeat Of God

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2025
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     | 823 views

    Missions is not just an activity of the church—it is the very heartbeat of God. From Genesis to Revelation, God’s desire has always been to reach the lost and bring them into His kingdom.

    MISSIONS: THE HEARTBEAT OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 28:18-20 "And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Ready Or Not… Here I Come!" Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Dec 8, 2023
     | 1,871 views

    This sermon was preached on the first Sunday of Advent Teaching sheet at the end of the text

    “Ready or Not… Here I Come!" Mark 13:32-37 First Sunday of Advent Mark 13:32-37 “32 “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 33 Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that time will come. 34 It’s like a man going away: He ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Word Of Knowledge Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 30, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,422 views

    What is a word of knowledge, and is it for today? This message examines this supernatural gift of the Holy Spirit, providing examples of its operation as revealed in Scripture. Examples in the pastor's life are also included.

    Intro We are studying the gifts of the Spirit that Paul talks about in 1 Cor. 12. By examining Paul’s description there, we know that these are not natural abilities. These are supernatural impartations by the Holy Spirit to meet the need of the moment. They are manifestations of the Spirit who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Appointment Of Deacons And The Spirit Of Service Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025
     | 233 views

    God calls every believer to serve faithfully in their assigned role, and when order and delegation are observed in the church, growth, peace, and effectiveness abound.

    THE APPOINTMENT OF DEACONS AND THE SPIRIT OF SERVICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 6:1-7 Key Verse: “And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.” (Acts 6:7) Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Our Challenge As A Christian – Part 1

    Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Jan 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,975 views

    God saved us by His grace and has a wonderful ministry for each of our lives. The Bible says, "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them." We all have a ministry unto

    God saved us by His grace and has a wonderful ministry for each of our lives. The Bible says, "For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them." We all have a ministry unto good works and it is all part of God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waiting For Power Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 3, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 5,859 views

    As we wait for Jesus to return, let’s keep our eyes focussed on the ministry Jesus has given us, the ministry of sharing the gospel with others, of building his kingdom. Let’s continue to pray for the coming of his kingdom, to strategise about how to see

    Today we begin a new series of sermons, looking at the first years of the Christian Church as they’re recorded for us in the book of Acts. We won’t cover the whole book this year, it’s far too long for that, but we will begin this year by looking at the first 11 chapters over the next few months. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Priest Passed By On The Other Side

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 21, 2015
     | 3,405 views

    To show that mercy is needed in this ministry of love the LORD JESUS has bestowed upon us. A ministry of mercy and love. Matthew 9:13 (Amplified Bible) Go and learn what this means: I desire mercy [that is, readiness to help those in trouble] and not sa

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you merciful? Yes. That's why I can share the Gospel right away to strangers. Matthew 9:13 (Amplified Bible) Go and learn what this means: I desire mercy [that is, readiness to help those in trouble] and not sacrifice and sacrificial victims. For I came not to call and invite ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let The Little Children Come Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 6, 2023
     | 6,096 views

    Jesus loves little children. Not only are the children precious in his sight but they are important. As a matter of fact, Jesus will teach that adults have an important lesson to learn from children.

    Let the Little Children come has been a popular theme for children’s camp and vacation Bible school. It is taken from the passage about Jesus blessing little children. It is a tender and sentimental passage and very welcome because it follows some judgement passages. If you have been waiting for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rooted In Love

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jan 2, 2011
     | 7,871 views

    As the church, we can model the love of Jesus as we love and accept people. Or we can be exclusive in our love and forfeit our calling to be an authentic church.

    A television commercial depicts three business people sitting in the back seat of a taxi. The taxi is stalled in heavy downtown traffic. One man goes berserk. He screams that they will miss the crucial business luncheon they were supposed to go to. The important documents they brought with them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Practising Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 1, 2017
     | 9,148 views

    Christians are commanded to make disciples. The process of discipleship includes: going; baptising; teaching. The responsibility devolves upon each follower of the Christ.

    “It happened that while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul passed through the inland country and came to Ephesus. There he found some disciples. And he said to them, ‘Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?’ And they said, ‘No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.’ And he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First Chair Series

    Contributed by Robert Fox on May 8, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,230 views

    Uses the illustration of three chairs to force students to consider their lifestyle, and where they are in their spiritual journey. Student Ministry PowerPoint format.

    This presentation was designed to be presented to a senior high audience using Microsoft PowerPoint If you would like the actual PowerPoint presentation, just send me an email. Click on the “View all sermons by Robert Fox” link at the top of this page, then click on the “contact” link in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist