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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Making A Graceful Exit

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 19, 2004
    based on 211 ratings
     | 19,499 views

    In Paul’s farewell address he spoke of the past, the present and the future. 1- His past work 2- His present commitment 3- His future concern

    INTRO.- How do you say “goodbye” when you exit someone’s presence? - “Gotta go. Bye.” - “It’s been fun. Take it easy.” - “Adios Amigo.” - “After while, crocodile.” - “Later gator.” - “So long. Catch you later.” - “Toodle-oo.” (that’s an old one) - “Goodbye and God bless you.” - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Colin Coombs avatar

    Fearless Faith And What If . . . ?

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,119 views

    Examples of Bible Characters who showed fearless faith - but what if they had not . . .

    FEARLESS FAITH -- and What If . . . . . .? I. ABRAHAM: Believing the promise of many descendants; Genesis 12:7; The LORD appeared to Abram and said, "To your offspring I will give this land." Genesis 15:4-8 Then the word of the LORD came to him: "This man will not be your heir, but a son ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    A Model For Impacting A Community

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Oct 23, 2005
    based on 48 ratings
     | 9,388 views

    This sermon shows how Paul impacted the community of Ephesus for Christ. This sermon gives a Biblical example of how to impact our community for Christ.

    Paul called the elders from the church in Ephesus together to review his dealings among them. He told how he had worked in that group of people. We know Paul had a major impact in Ephesus. From his description we learn much about how to impact a community for Christ. 1. The greatest way to impact ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    O Come, And Be Faithful - Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 3, 2005
    based on 167 ratings
     | 16,603 views

    Inside Paul’s heart we find faithfulness: To the FAMILY, in our FINANCES, to the FELLOWSHIP, and to the FAITH. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

    O Come, and be Faithful Acts 20:18-38 [opening PowerPoint clip from Old Faithful] The Apostle Paul took 3 missionary journeys. In chapter 20 he’s about to begin the last lap…his 3rd trip. And in these verses he’s about to head out for Jerusalem, and he has to say goodbye to these saints at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Inside The Heart Of The Apostle Paul Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 8, 2005
    based on 149 ratings
     | 23,682 views

    When he opened his heart up to the people of Ephesus, we see some qualities inside which we all should cultivate. We also find 3 things which made him cry. Link included to formatted text version, handout, and PowerPoint Template and Presentation.

    Inside the Heart of the Apostle Paul Acts 20:18-38 We find… 1. Faithfulness We discussed on Sunday the need for faithfulness…to our families, in our finances, to the fellowship of the church, and to the faith. ----- See entire message on this first point at: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    3 Odd Jobs Of The Tentmaker Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 10, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
     | 7,203 views

    Paul had the heart of an ACCOUNTANT, a RUNNER, and a STEWARD, and illustrates for us how to truly do God’s will in our lives. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

    3 Odd Jobs of the Tentmaker Acts 20:18-38 Most of us wear more than 1 hat, and have a side job, whether paid for it or not. Some people have a career, but have a heart for other things. We cannot do it all. The Apostle Paul had the skills and knowledge to be more than a tentmaker, and his other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Final Words

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 13, 2005
     | 3,216 views

    The final sermon of a fall 2005 sermon series through Acts

    This morning we conclude our series in Acts and we begin with a test. Yes, a test. Actually, a couple of tests that deal with famous statements and ‘last words.’ However, they are tests that frame the important issue of finishing well in life and St. Paul’s intention of finishing well as he faced ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    I Shall Not Be Moved - [steadfastness] Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 16, 2005
    based on 161 ratings
     | 38,620 views

    4 Anchors that held Paul to his place: A sense of DESTINY, a sense of DEDICATION, a sense of DECLARATION, and a sense of DUTY. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

    I Shall Not Be Moved Acts 20:22-25 v. 24 key verse Living for God is the best life experience that you can have. Affecting eternity and not just the temporary gives life meaning. Once we decide to live for God completely we will experience more exhilaration than a mountain climber, more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chad Fessenden avatar

    Strive For Love

    Contributed by Chad Fessenden on Mar 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,991 views

    We can accomplish great things for God, but none greater than the act of love!

    Acts 20 23I only know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. 24However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me--the task of testifying to the gospel of God’s grace. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Spiritual Leadership

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Mar 12, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,719 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

  • Michael Martin avatar

    Wolves In The Church

    Contributed by Michael Martin on Aug 28, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 20,892 views

    How to spot and deal with troublemakers in the Church

    (Acts 20:17-30) "shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock." It was not unintentional that God chose to use the illustration of Shepherd, Sheep, and wolves, to speak of the church. It is in fact a very accurate portrayal of life in the church. The Lord speaks of Himself as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Get's To You?

    Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 6, 2006
     | 3,959 views

    This is a message of steadfast commitment to God’s calling.

    What Gets To You Acts 20:13-24 13 We went on ahead to the ship and sailed for Assos, where we were going to take Paul aboard. He had made this arrangement because he was going there on foot. 14 When he met us at Assos, we took him aboard and went on to Mitylene. 15 The next day we set sail ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Found Difficult And Not Tried

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 23, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,635 views

    Everything that is important for the growth of God’s kingdom is also difficult.

    Tuesday of 7th Week in Easter Time May 26, 2009 The gift of prophecy is a lot like spiritual dynamite. It can be used to build up or to tear down. False prophets abound–think of the damage that has been done by charlatans like Joseph Smith or Jim Jones. St. Paul himself in his earliest writings ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Essentials Of Our Mission Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 7, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 12,475 views

    Three essentials for any missional Christ follower or church.

    Studies have shown that the most fulfilled and satisfied people alive are the people who have a sense of mission in their lives. They live for a purpose higher than themselves. The Apostle Paul exemplified this truth. He was always happy. Even in prison he had joy. Just read the letter to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard LaRaviere avatar

    Clarifying Our Mission And Purpose, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,103 views

    Unless we know who we are, where we are going and who we are trying to minister to, how can we fulfil our mission as a church family?

    What are we aiming for? Clarifying our mission and purpose Part 2 Review: Write down on a paper, last weeks main point of the message. Put your name at the top of the paper and pass it forward. The main thrust of the message was, Do we know who we are as a church? What do we stand ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite