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  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Who's Leading You? Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Sep 6, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 17,901 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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    The Danger Of Falling Asleep

    Contributed by Danny Salyer on Feb 1, 2001
    based on 205 ratings
     | 12,162 views

    There are alot of people who have closed their eyes to the things of God.

    “THE DANGER OF FALLING ASLEEP” TEXT: ACTS 20:6-12 INTRO: NOTHING IN GOD’S PRECIOUS WORD IS WITHOUT EDIFICATION..... SURELY GOD HAS PUT THIS STORY IN HIS WORD TO HELP US IN SOME WAY. THIS MORNING I WANT TO PREACH A MESSAGE ENTITLED, “THE DANGER OF FALLING ASLEEP”, OR “ IF YOU SNOOZE, YOU LOSE”. ...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
     | 3,846 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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    Words On Worship Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 24, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 7,860 views

    This passage has a great deal to teach us about worship.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 34 “Words on Worship” Acts 20:7-12 As you travel this summer on vacation and to visit friends and relatives I hope that where ever you are on Sunday that you make it a habit to attend ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Hamby avatar

    Paul's Perspective On Ministry Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 11,910 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

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Worship

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000
    based on 274 ratings
     | 33,724 views

    Let’s look at what some of God’s Word has to say about God’s people gathering together.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. As you travel to visit relatives or to enjoy a well-earned vacation, do you make a habit of attending church on Sunday wherever you are? I certainly hope that you do. I hope that you haven’t somehow adopted the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Through An Open Window To Life

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 3, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 8,424 views

    Funeral sermon for Cecil Gordon Davison, Jr., Army retiree and U. S. Marshall, member of the church’s Building and Grounds Committee.

    Do not be alarmed, for his life is in him ... The eternal God is thy refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms. My first glimpse of the kind of man Cecil Davison was came just a few feet from where I am standing now. It was over at that window. We had scheduled a workday to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gregg Strawbridge avatar

    Paul, The Pastor (His Farewell Address) Series

    Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 16,225 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

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    The Whole Counsel Of God

    Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Jun 14, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,661 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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    Spiritual Leadership

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Mar 12, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,003 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

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Did Paul Participate In Festivals?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,772 views

    Paul gives us insights into why he participated in religious festivals for the sake of the kingdom of God.

    Why Did Paul Participate in Festivals? (Acts 20:13-16) 1. Why do you suppose that Paul was in such a hurry to get to the festival of Pentecost in Jerusalem in this passage? Illustration:Experience comes from what we have done. Wisdom comes from what we have done badly. Theodore Levitt, ...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
     | 8,000 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

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Trust And Love Bring Out The Best In A Person

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
     | 18,423 views

    If you want to have the greatest impact on others then let love and trust be your emphasis

    Why Trust and Love Brings Out the Best in a Person (Acts 20:7-15) Paul’s goal: "The goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith." (2 Tim. 1:5) Illustration:In his book Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis wrote, "Do not waste your time bothering whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Stacy avatar

    Form Vs. Function

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,922 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

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    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
     | 5,947 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