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  • T. W Jenkins avatar

    Developing Effective Ministry

    Contributed by T. W Jenkins on Mar 12, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,656 views

    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
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,280 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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    Breakthrough Giving Series

    Contributed by Oyewole O. Sarumi on May 21, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,439 views

    Breakthrough giving connotes “the act of worshiping God first with our lives and then with all that we are and have (Possessions) so that we can overcome the forces of life

    BREAKTHROUGH GIVING Text: Acts 20:36 Definition: Breakthrough giving connotes “the act of worshiping God first with our lives and then with all that we are and have (Possessions) so that we can overcome the forces of life.” The Three Spiritual Laws: They guide you into breakthrough ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Iron Man = A Wolf In Iron Clothing Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 16, 2010
    based on 66 ratings
     | 16,655 views

    Paul told the Ephesian elders that wolves would arise from among the own number. How were they to be able to tell when someone (like an Elder) had become one of the bad guys?

    OPEN: Last week I told you I loved superheroes. And I have done extensive research for this sermon series for years. I’ve read superhero comic books/ watched superhero TV shows/ went to superhero Movies. I’m what you might call an “expert” in superheroes. And one of the things about superheroes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church's Concerns (Or Priorities) Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 20, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,289 views

    The church multiplies disciples only when its members are present as God's humble servants, preach the word as God's human spokesmen, and present themselves as God's holy sacrifices.

    Rick Harrison, of Newark, Ohio, talks about his six-year-old son, who seemed to demand Rick’s attention just when he was most busy around the house. Rick says, “My standard reply has been, 'I'm busy right now. Go ask your mother.’” Then one day, the disappointed look on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    Leadership During Tough Times Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Nov 16, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,085 views

    Paul's farewell speech to the church at Ephesus presents a picture of what Christian leadership should look like.

    Walking through a supermarket, a young man noticed an old lady following him around. He ignored her for a while, but when he got to the checkout line, she got in front of him. "Pardon me," she said. "I'm sorry if I've been staring, but you look just like me son who died recently. "I'm sorry for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Fixed Heart

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2008
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     | 10,645 views

    What is, how to obtain, and the benefits of a heart fixed on God.

    Introduction: Jas 1:8 A double minded man is unstable in all his ways A Double Mind person is: - One that is distracted between the alternate feelings of faith and distrust - Double souled, always pulled two ways. One set of desires for heavenly things and another set of desires for worldly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Farewell

    Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 25, 2008
    based on 37 ratings
     | 41,323 views

    This was my final sermon at Michigan Heights Baptist Church after 10 wonderful years as their Pastor.

    Introduction: Today is my last Sunday as your Pastor, and I want to offer my farewell sermon based on the farewell that Paul gave to the leaders from the Church at Ephesus. I. The Past (17-21) 17Now from Miletus, he sent to Ephesus and called for the elders of the church. 18And when they came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    May The Lamb That Was Slain

    Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 20, 2008
     | 2,382 views

    Is Jesus receiving what he paid for?

    “What does Jesus get out of the cross?” Ac 20:28 Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God, which he bought with his own blood. When Jesus died on the cross, what did he pay for? 1. He paid for us to be holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Farewell

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 22, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,979 views

    This is a farelwell sermon to the faithful and loving people of Perche. A challenge to ministry and encouragement of love. Using the Apostles farewell to the Ephesian church.

    Intro: What can be said that is adequate in a farewell sermon? There are not enough words of thanks or enough words of love that I could share. However I will try my best to leave you with these last words of challenge, encouragement and love. We find as we study the New testament that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Personal Testimony

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 29, 2011
     | 5,407 views

    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, saying, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Paul's Farewell To Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 16, 2015
    based on 34 ratings
     | 19,259 views

    To establish that Paul’s farewell was one of kindness and deep concern for the church leaders at Ephesus, and all ministers and elders should aspire to foster this same spirit in their work of Christ everywhere.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Paul’s Commitment To Ephesus 2. Paul’s Commission to Ephesus 3. Paul’s Character in Ephesus Introductory Remarks. 1. This lesson outlines Paul’s farewell address to the Ephesian church elders who came in haste to see him before his journey to Jerusalem. These elders had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Measure A Man

    Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 24, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,980 views

    The world measures a man by brains, or by brawn, or by bucks. How do we, as Christians, measure a man? We measure a man by the manner of his life, the message of his life and the motto of his life.

    How To Measure A Man Dr. James O. Davis Acts 20 What is the measure of a real man? Let this message grip your heart forever. The apostle Paul is revisiting a strategic mission field. And he comes to Miletus and there he gathers with him the Ephesian elders. And he has a time walking with them ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James Lee avatar

    Developing The Heart Of A Servant Part 1 Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015
     | 9,783 views

    I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

    Developing the Heart of a Servant part 1 Acts 20:18-38 The Apostle Paul is about to head out for Jerusalem, but, before he leaves, he wants to say goodbye to the believers in Ephesus. The time he’s spent with these believers has been a special time and Paul has grown to love each one. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing The Heart Of A Servant Part 2 Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015
     | 5,836 views

    I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

    Developing the heart of a servant part 2 Acts 20:18-38 We discussed, last Sunday, the need for faithfulness…to our families, in our finances, to the fellowship of the body, and to the faith. Today, as we continue developing the heart of a servant we will need to think about two more things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist