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  • Greg Nance avatar

    God's Special Servants: Deacons

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 6, 2003
    based on 127 ratings
     | 15,460 views

    Appointing Deacons reminds us of the challenges God has given to all of us to follow Christ closely and work for his cause.

    God’s Special Servants: Deacons I found this interesting illustration that is appropriate to today’s celebration of our new deacons… **Bruce Larson, in his book "Wind and Fire," points out some interesting facts about Sandhill Cranes: He says: These large birds, who fly great distances across ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It's All Who You Know Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 15, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,990 views

    Beginning through Henry Blackaby’s Experiencing God, these are 3 qualities about God that will help us to follow His will.

    1 John 2:3-6 – It’s All Who You KNow Of course most of you know that country legend Johnny Cash died early Friday morning. Famous for such songs as “I Walk the Line”, “Folsom Prison Blues” and “Ring of Fire”, the 71-year-old entertainer died of complications of diabetes, just 4 months after his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bold Ways To Give Yourself To God

    Contributed by John Baggett on Sep 15, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,497 views

    Bold Ways that believers can give themselves to God’s Kingdom and to the church. As A Leader, Follower, Mover & Shaker, and Loving Boldly

    BOLD WAYS TO GIVE YOURSELF Turn to Nehemiah 2 What comes to your mind when you think about boldness. One story is told of a very bold woman. An elderly lady was well-known in the community for her faith and for her boldness in talking about it. She would stand on her front porch and shout ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Enough To Give It All Series

    Contributed by Alan Thompson on Mar 11, 2003
    based on 116 ratings
     | 12,129 views

    The first in a series which built on the "Interactions: Transformation" study book from Willow Creek Resources. Sermons follow study chapters.

    Transformation Series, Week 1 Love Enough to Give It All Matthew 22:34-40 A massively built woman with wild hair came storming into the clerk’s office and slammed the door shut behind her. She thrust a piece of paper at the clerk, she said, “Did you or did you not issue this license for me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gideon - Small Steps To A Big Impact

    Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 19, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 12,512 views

    Gideon’s example shows us what God can do with people who will follow him even in the small things.

    Introduction play Nothing Ever Happens by Del Amitri Describes a world that is not liked. The situation is no good. It refers to injustice, American business snap up Van Goghs for the price of a hospital wing. The Second World War, burning down the synagogues. And says it never changes, no matter ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    All Men Seek For Thee

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 20, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,366 views

    A short message on our need for Christ designed to follow the cantata, “Hark! The Angels Sing” by Dennis & Nan Allen (Brentwood Music).

    December 22, 2002 37they found Him, and said* to Him, “Everyone is looking for You.” Mark 1.37b (NASB) A message to follow the cantata, “Hark! The Angels Sing”(1) Once again we heard the Gospel story. We have seen and heard it presented how…  the angels delivered their carol, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The People Who Made Christmas

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 26, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,627 views

    Examines the attitudes and actions of each of the figures in the nativity set. If we follow in their footsteps we can be a part of the Christmas story too.

    1. Each of us have Christmas traditions. One of the most important ones for our family is putting out the nativity set. This is our family set here. Last year I brought this set and talked about the people who missed their opportunity to be a part of the story--the innkeeper, the people of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Do Christians Suffer?

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on May 3, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,636 views

    There are many people in the world today who have suffered greatly for no other reason than that they were followers of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Text: "But and if ye suffer for righteousness’ sake, happy are ye..." Introduction. For the Christian believer no suffering is meaningless. Paul said that,"in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28). But yet there is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grow Up

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,906 views

    As followers of the risen Christ, we are expected to grow in our daily walk becoming mature and attaining full stature in the image of Christ.

    Grow Up – Ephesians 4: 1 - 16 Intro: I found this interesting poem while researching this sermon. It sounds a bit like another poem you might recognize; but, listen closely. I think you will hear a difference. One night, I had a wondrous dream; One set of footprints there was seen. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    The Fear Factor

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 11, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,707 views

    Fear doesn’t have to be a factor in your life when you follow Jesus’ commands! Jesus said, "I will be with you."

    The Fear Factor Text: Matthew 28:16-20 Have you watched this reality show called “The Fear Factor?” At least three contestants do these terrible, nasty, fearful games to see which individual can endure. When there is a winner he or she receives $10,000 and the game ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Processing Our Pain

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,277 views

    Discussion of how to pray our own pain followed by practical instruction on how to minister to others who are experiencing loss and pain.

    Processing Our Pain Psalm 13[1] 6-5-05 Intro We begin the message this morning with a clip from the movie “Steel Magnolias”. In this scene M’Lynn Eatonton (played by Sally Fields) is standing at her daughter’s grave as the funeral has come to an end. Watch as she processes her grief and her ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    7th Sunday Of Easter, Series B

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 27, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,112 views

    Following the Ascension of our risen Lord, the final Sunday of Easter focuses on our Lord’s continual prayer for his church.

    7th Sunday of Easter May 28, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the death and resurrection of your Son, Jesus the Christ, you revealed your ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Family Ties Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 1, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,609 views

    God has given everyone in the family responsibilities to carry out. The family will be strong if we will follow Colossians 3:18-21.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • One out of three marriages ends in divorce according to the Barna Research Institute. • This is the Census Bureau’s often-cited "50%" rate, the proportion of marriages taking place right now that will eventually divorce, which has since been revised downward to roughly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Call

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,723 views

    God’s calls us to 1) Salvation 2)Follow Him 3)Serve 4) Sacrifice our Lives for Him

    “God’s Call” October 1, 2006 “One day as Jesus was walking along the shores of the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew fishing with nets, for they were commercial fishermen. Jesus called out to them, "Come, follow me! And I will make you fishermen for the souls of men!" At once ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    War On Terror Series

    Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jul 25, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,893 views

    What is the Biblical position Christ followers should have about war? And how does the current "War on Terror" fit into that position?

    SE100304 STOP THE WORLD 1. The War on Terror For the next 5 weeks, I’m supposed to teach on all the issues that divide our nation and are making this one of the most hotly contested and testy presidential races ever. And I’m supposed to do this, in a totally non-partisan way, totally objectively ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational