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  • Beatitudes Or Be-Attitudes? (Matthew 5:1-13)

    Contributed by David Smith on Nov 7, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,203 views

    Christianity is not a form of self-help therapy. It’s a call to radical discipleship ...

    We have as our Gospel reading this morning what is certainly one of the best known and best loved portions of the Bible. Along with ’The Lord is my Shepherd’ and ’For God so love the world ...’, the verses from the beginning of Matthew Chapter 5 must be amongst the most popular in the world, ...read more

  • God, We Need Leaders! Series

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 24, 2010
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,816 views

    If we were going to use one word to define "leadership" it would have to be the word "influence". Someone is a leader to the extent that he or she is able to influence other people.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Nehemiah 1:1 4 (This is the first of a Leadership series featuring Nehemiah. Some ideas & illustrations in these messages were based on or benefited ...read more

  • Dah Man Of Faltering Lips. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 11, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,878 views

    Moses saw himself as he saw himself, God saw a great leader! he learnt to put his confidence in God. We can do the same.

    A man of faltering lips: Exodus 6:28 – 7:7 When it comes to us none of us are the same and we all have strengths, recently we did a thing with our leadership team called ‘Strengths Finder’, I found the process of working through this to be a real benefit to me and I think that the team were pretty ...read more

  • Choose Wisdom Every Time Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 3, 2016
     | 10,511 views

    King Solomon's wisdom reminds us that we need to follow the wisdom of the true King. This wisdom enables us to look back and learn from our past, as well as look forward and believe that we are cared for by our King.

    You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 1 Kings 3:1-28 “Choose Wisdom Every Time” It is not easy to follow in the footsteps of great men. Billy Graham - many still organize evangelism rallies. - Franklin Graham (son), Wil ...read more

  • Bethel: "o Altar, Altar!"

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 25, 2020
     | 7,199 views

    This may be the only sermon preached against an altar! When God's prophet came to Bethel, some interesting things happened. Something even happened to the altar itself.

    Introduction The Bible records messages proclaimed against many topics. This is especially true in the Old Testament: the prophets spoke about (and against) various kings, nations, and even the nations of Israel and Judah. The text here is unusual because, first, it’s spoken against an altar! So ...read more

  • Grow Up In All Aspects In Christ

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 26, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 15,420 views

    "I want to, I need to, be more like Jesus." Thirty-four dimensions of maturity in Christ. When I became a man, I put away childish things -- including the fear of childishness and the desire to be grown-up.

    The Problem of Becoming Mature in Many Aspects Ephesians 4:15-15 The word teleios is the Greek word used for maturity. It implies a wholeness, perfection and completeness. Growing up in all aspects in Christ is a life-long exercise in discipling ourselves for the purpose of godliness. ...read more

  • How To Conduct Cross-Cultural Research

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,620 views

    The decisions we make are only as good as the information we based them on,’’ said a famous man. If we are trying to catch fish it makes sense that we will want to know something about the animal. What type of fish are we looking for? What are his feedin

    HOW TO CONDUCT CROSS-CULTURAL RESEARCH Learning Objectives 1. Analyze why we should conduct cross- cultural research? 2. Learn the components of research. 3. Discover the Biblical basis of research. 4. Describe some of the errors to avoid in research. 5. Understand how to overcome some ...read more

  • Consecration: The Requirement Of A Successful Steward Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 17, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 8,487 views

    Possessions alone do not give spiritual fulfillment. Only Jesus Christ gives spiritual fulfillment. Spiritual fulfillment is found when we receive Jesus Christ into our lives and submit everything to his sovereign control.

    Scripture For the past two Sundays we have been in a series of messages on The ABCs of Stewardship. The material for this series of sermons comes from Dr. John Maxwell. So far we have looked at “Attitude: The Response of a Successful Steward,” and “Blessings: The Resources of a Successful ...read more

  • Funeral For A Stillborn Baby

    Contributed by Jane White on Dec 6, 2002
    based on 210 ratings
     | 102,880 views

    Funeral sermon and liturgy suggestions for a full term stillborn boy.

    {All liturgical material used was from the United Methodist Book of Worship service for a stillborn child, and service for the loss of a pregnancy. I scoured the internet and other resources looking for help. The UM BOW was by far the best resource. This baby boy was born dead at term. The ...read more

  • Refining Your Values

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,531 views

    Jesus called his disciples (apostles and others) to refine their values so that they may better serve God in the spread of the gospel. In the gospel text of the morning, Luke records the first part of Jesus’ sermon on the plain – the blessings and woes o

    The Roman emperor Charlemagne has an interesting story surrounding his burial. This famous king asked to be entombed sitting upright in his throne. He asked that they place the crown on his head and his scepter in his hand. He requested that they drape the royal cape around his shoulders and an ...read more

  • Assurance

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Jun 28, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,306 views

    Sermon on Romans 8:14-17 explaining the two witnesses of assurance.

    INTRODUCTION: What are you sure of? 1. How do you know you are the child of your parents? a. How old you are? b. How tall you are? c. How much you weigh? 2. In each case you have definable witnesses that assure you of the answer to these questions. (ILL.: By the testimony of two or three ...read more

  • Pressing On Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,519 views

    Paul teaches the importance of “Pressing One” in all areas of life. We must move towards the mark – towards the finish line – toward the day when Christ greets us face to face and says “You’ve arrived”!

    BACKGROUND Remember there were false teachers teaching importance of Roman Colony Citizenship Conduct, Status by Rank, and Jewish Law. Paul knocks this down by reminding the new believers of the real goal – that of reaching heaven! So many times, we allow Satan to change goal. He causes us, by ...read more

  • Biscuits And Mustard Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,876 views

    Principles of the kingdom of God.

    BIG LESSONS IN SMALL PACKAGES Part 2—Biscuits and Mustard Luke 13:18-21 Sunday, September 7, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Lk 13:18 Then Jesus asked, “What is the kingdom of God like? What shall I compare it to? Lk 13:19 It is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his garden. It ...read more

  • Fear To Faith Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Don Jones on Jan 9, 2007
    based on 23 ratings
     | 13,519 views

    Nehemiah moved from fear to faith when he trusted in the Lord and His plan.

    Building Blocks for Success - Fear and Faith Nehemiah 2:1-26 Pastor Don Jones Introduction John Ortberg in his book- If You Want To Walk On Water You’ve Got To Get Out Of The Boat notes this about fear: The single command in Scripture that occurs more often then any other-God’s most frequently ...read more

  • Death Of A City Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,274 views

    Part 1 in a series on Lamentations. This lesson looks at the causes of Jerusalem’s destruction.

    Death of a City Introduction to Lamentations I. Introduction A. Famous Funeral Speeches 1. Mark Anthony’s funeral speech for Caesar. a) “Friends, Romans, Countrymen lend me your ears…” b) “…ambition should be made of sterner stuff…” c) “…you all did love him once, not without cause…” 2. Ronald ...read more