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The First Disciples Series

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Sep 21, 2006

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A discussion of the calling of the first four disciples.

The First Disciples Luke 5:1-32 Rev. Phillip A. Wright I. The Invitations A. Peter, James and John to become disciples. 1. Jesus’ sermon from Peter’s boat (5:1-3): He uses the boat as a platform to preach to the crown on the shore. 2. Jesus’ summons from Peter’s boat (5:4-11): a. “Go out where it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Do You See What He Sees?

Contributed by Rodney Mason on Sep 22, 2006

based on 5 ratings

| 3,146 views

This sermon is to develop a theology of the people that God calls to do ministry.

As Jesus passed by Levi what does He see? As Jesus passes by us today what does He see? Let us xpose the truths of this text to answer these questions: I. He saw his problem-"he saw Levi...sitting in the tax booth" a. Status-A jewish tax collector, he was hated by hisown people because he was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part Three: Understand Your Struggle With Christ Series

Contributed by Luskey Green on Sep 23, 2006

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We all struggle to be better, to improve, etc. But struggling in becoming a disciple is a product of pride. The sooner we understand this, the sooner we can make struggle an asset rather than a liability.

Introduction Where are we today? I mean by that, in our study about the Christ and His Church, are we making progress? Are we moving toward Christ or are we satisfied to stay back, keeping our distance? Are we unsure we are willing to make the kind of commitment Jesus Christ wants of us? It is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God And Children

Contributed by William Mouser on Sep 24, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 6,264 views

In contrast to the ambition to acquire the applause and approval of men, Jesus turns his disciples toward the powerless -- toward children -- as exemplars of Himself, His Father, and the ones his disciples should seek to serve.

Psalm 54, Wisdom 1:16 - 2:22, James 3:16-4:6, Mark 9:30-37 Apostles, Christians, and Children Sometimes, the disciples of Jesus don’t come off very well in the gospels, and today’s Gospel lesson is one of those times. Jesus tells them again, as he is doing more and more often at this point in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Do's And Don'ts – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Sep 30, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 4,540 views

What about ministry and money? Should a man make his living from the ministry? What did Jesus say about it? Today, we will discuss this at length.

I can just imagine the disciples sitting forward, anxiously waiting for Jesus to finish speaking. He’s just given them power and authority that they’ve only seen; that they’ve only been witness to - they’re anxious to get started. Jesus wants to make sure that they’re prepared before they go out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Integrity: Where Your Word Is Your Bond Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 30, 2006

based on 41 ratings

| 28,193 views

Integrity is a reputation of trustworthiness that is built up over a period of time and is proven by our behavior, our conduct both in and out of the limelight, both in the public view as well as when no other human is looking.

INTEGRITY: WHERE YOUR WORD IS YOUR BOND Matthew 5:33-37 1. `My boy,’ said the businessman to his son, `there are two things that are essential if you are to succeed in business.’ `What are they, Dad? Asked the boy. `Integrity and sagacity.’ `What is integrity?’ `Always, no matter what, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 5:33

Denomination: United Methodist

A Rock And A Hard Place

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Sep 30, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 4,675 views

This sermon is for the 17th Sunday after Pentecost and addresses the need we all have to cut off from our lives the things which keep us from a deeper relationship with Christ.

“A Rock and a Hard Place” Sermon on Mark 9:38-50 Pentecost +17-B October 1, 2006 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. 43If your hand causes you to stumble, cut it off; it is better for you to enter life maimed than to have two hands and to go to hell, to the unquenchable fire. 45And if your foot ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: United Methodist

Always Worth It Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 1, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 4,029 views

The Spirit-led life is always worth the cost

Matthew 16:24-28 Always Worth It Woodlawn Baptist Church October 1, 2006 Introduction Display Bud Light billboard on the projector. Have you seen this billboard? This week as I was driving back to Denison from Sherman, it caught my attention. No, not because I was thirsty for a beer, but because ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

With What Are You Building Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Oct 2, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 3,732 views

Part of a series working through the 3:16’s of the New Testatment.

Introduction I. It has been suggested by some that I have been speaking a lot, perhaps too much, about church growth, and church health lately. A. I have tried to take those comments very seriously, and evaluate the validity of “too much.” B. I will confess that I honestly believe that church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-17

Denomination: Methodist

Proper Recognition Of Authority

Contributed by Adam Reichart on Oct 5, 2004

based on 28 ratings

| 8,391 views

This sermon explores the faithful response of the centurion to Jesus. His faith in Jesus is rooted in his understanding of authority. This centurion has provided us with a picture of what it means to know Jesus Christ - as Lord of our lives.

The text for this morning’s message is taken from the Gospel lesson read earlier, especially these verses, [6 So Jesus went with them. He was not far from the house when the centurion sent friends to say to him: “Lord, don’t trouble yourself, for I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. 7 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Victorious (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 10, 2004

based on 20 ratings

| 3,704 views

This is the 6th sermon in the series "Church On The Move".

Series: Church On The Move (Colossians)[#6] VICTORIOUS (PART 1) Colossians 3:1-4 Introduction: I get many emails forwarded to me each week. To be honest I don’t even read them all; but I received one the other day marked, “Best email I’ve ever read”. So out of curiosity I read it and they ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

When Failure Is Success

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 11, 2004

based on 33 ratings

| 2,920 views

From the world’s view Jesus was a failure. Jesus calls us to become a failure according to this world’s system and find success.

When Failure is Success -It’s not a disgrace to fail- John 17:14-19 I came to faith in Jesus Christ when I was in my tenth grade of High School. I confessed my sins, repented and committed my life to Jesus. I did my best to honor and follow the Lord during my High School years. One of my class ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

Making The Drag: Enjoying The Journey On The Highway Of Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Oct 11, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 7,444 views

God is calling His people off the drag and on to abundant living.

Life in the Fast Lane Making the Drag: Enjoying the Journey on the Highway of Life John 10:10 Woodlawn Baptist Church October 10, 2004 Introduction In John 10:10, Jesus said, “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy; I am come that they might have life, and that they ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

"How To Get A Crowd In Church?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 14, 2004

based on 65 ratings

| 4,240 views

Instead of working to get a crowd in Church on Sunday, we need to concentrate on winning one soul to Christ for eternity! There are only two important points to this message, 1. Forget about the Crowd, and 2. Go after ONE.

Title: “How to Get a Crowd in Church?” Every preacher wants the blessing of God upon his Church. I too, want to see a crowd in my Church, but how to do it is another thing to consider. There are only two points to this message. May God challenge your heart, as he did mine, in preparing this ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Created To Become Like Christ Series

Contributed by James Dunn on Oct 16, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 4,630 views

This sermon is adapted from Rick Warren’s 40 Days of Purpose.

This sermon is adapted from Rick Warren’s 40 Days of Purpose. Intro: When the wife of missionary Adoniram Judson told him that a newspaper article likened him to some of the apostles, Judson replied, "I do not want to be like a Paul...or any mere man. I want to be like Christ...I want to follow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29

Denomination: Baptist

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