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  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    Sanctification Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 15, 2011
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    Sanctification

    SO GREAT A SALVATION - Sanctification. It is vital to remember that this doctrine is not to be interpreted by experience, but rather by a careful consideration of all Scriptures bearing on the subject. I. Definition. The original words translated sanctify, sanctification, holy, holiness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don’t Shrink Back

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011
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    A message for an outdoor men's gathering, included as a series of messages by other ministers from the same passage.

    Acts 20:26-27 Intro: Blood matters. Had we never been told this, there would still be a sense of it. I remember watching my son around age 2, when he would get a scrape. The pain wouldn’t be such a problem. He would be mostly fine, until he’d look down at the cut knee or finger ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God At Work Series

    Contributed by David Mcbeath on Nov 24, 2011
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    When we approach work as worship we eliminate the sacred/secular divide and will find tremendous worth in our work. God is a Worker We are His Coworkers Work at Being Content Work in Order to Have Work in Order to Give

    Series: Stewardship Message: “Worship, Work, and God” or “God at Work” or “Worth of Work” Text: Acts 20:33-35; Ephesians 4:28 Date: Nov. 13, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath (Significant portions of this sermon are reworked from Brian Bill of Pontiac Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Personal Testimony

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 29, 2011
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    But my life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus - the work of telling others the Good News about God.

    MY PERSONAL TESTIMONY *NOTE - This message is a little different from my normal messages... rather than just an exegetical Bible message, it is the outline to my testimony that I shared with our church family on a water baptism Sunday.* OPENING TEXT: “And Jesus came and spoke to them, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    We Love Freebies

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Apr 24, 2012
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    To help get us prepared for our free market as we give freely our material items, food, and time to the community.

    Next Saturday we will be hosting a fantastic all day event that I am sure will be a blessing to our community. We are hosting a Free Market!! Who doesn’t like to hear the word fee? For most of us, the word free is almost a magical word that has power over us. It seems to draw us near and captivate ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Treasure Your Church Leaders

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 29, 2012
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    Treasure Your Church Leaders 1) They're from God; 2) They're for you

    Were you elated or disappointed by last Monday’s provincial election results? With Allison Redford’s re-election, the Progressive Conservatives have now held power in Alberta for over 40 years! “Who cares?” you say. A monkey could sit in the premier’s office and you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Developing Effective Ministry

    Contributed by T. W Jenkins on Mar 12, 2012
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    Many times leaders fail in developing effective ministry in the local church because they rely upon others to get the work done. Pastors are required to equip the saints for the work of the ministry. There are four things that the leader must do in order

    INTRODUCTION: in order to DEVELOPE EFFECTIVE MINISTRY there are four things you the leader must do. 1. YOUR PRESENCE MUST BE THERE. (Acts 20:18) Paul says to the Elders he has summoned to his conference, "I WAS WITH YOU". As leader, Bro pastor, you must be there. You can't be the leader and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following Jesus Without Denominationalism Series

    Contributed by Sam Baker on Mar 18, 2012
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     | 5,070 views

    With all the different views today, ‘Why is Denominationalism Wrong?’

    Following Jesus without Denominationalism Part 1: ‘Why is Denominationalism Wrong?’ Let me tell all of you something very unique . . . As from the very first part of even making mention of this type of series, I met some strong rebuttals from a lot of fellow Christians, as well as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Keep From Falling

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jan 22, 2008
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    How to keep from falling away from the faith

    Text: Acts 20:25-38 Title; How to keep from falling Introduction 1.The Elders grief was not seeing the face of Paul again(v38) 2.The Apostle Paul’s grief was that some in the church would fall away (v29-31) Why do some in the church fall away? 1.An attack from outside the church (v29) 2.An ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Relying On The Holy Spirit To Fulfill Your Call

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 26, 2008
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    God’s plan is always the best plan. If men and women will allow the Holy Spirit to lead them He will bring perfect direction.

    Relying On the Holy Spirit to Fulfill Your Call Text: Acts 20:22-24 22And now, you see, I am going to Jerusalem, bound by the [Holy] Spirit and obligated and compelled by the [convictions of my own] spirit, not knowing what will befall me there- 23Except that the Holy Spirit clearly and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Truth And The Whole Truth

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008
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    Paul talks about the ministry.

    I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. What makes Christianity different from all the other religions of the world? Years ago that very question was discussed at a Christian leadership conference. Some of the participants argued that Christianity is unique in teaching that God became man. But someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Exiting This World In Fashion

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 25, 2008
    based on 38 ratings
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    Let’s think about how Paul was going to leave this world and how this applies to our exiting this world. 1- He wanted to exit while serving the Lord 2- He wanted to exit while preaching strongly 3- He wanted to exit while compelled by God’s Spirit

    INTRO.- ILL.- There was an elderly man at home, upstairs, dying in bed. He smelled the aroma of his favorite chocolate chip cookies baking. He wanted one last cookie before he died. He stumbled down the stairs and crawled into the kitchen where his wife was busy baking cookies. With his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Innocent Of The Blood Of All

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 2, 2008
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    How can we Christians become innocent of the blood of all men? 1- By proclaiming the will of God 2- By warning people night and day

    INTRO.- Innocence. That sounds good, but are we innocent in any way, shape or form? I was once in life. You were too. ILL.- It’s like the story of the little boy peeking over the corner of his newborn baby brother’s crib, saying, "Quick! Tell me what God is like before you forget." We all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Committed To Something Worthwhile

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 2, 2008
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     | 7,546 views

    In our text, we see Paul’s commitment to something worthwhile. 1- He was committed to God’s people 2- He was committed to God’s Word

    INTRO.- ILL.- An elderly man on the beach found a magic lamp. He picked it up and a genie appeared. "Because you have freed me," the genie said, "I will grant you a wish." The man thought for a moment and then responded, "My brother and I had a fight 30 years ago and he hasn’t spoken to me since. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Essentials Of Our Mission Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 7, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 12,477 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