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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Capable Men

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 12, 2012
     | 6,408 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you capable man or woman of GOD? Do you have ability to do things? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Leaders III. OBJECTIVES: To show ability and capabilities came from GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 26:30,32 1 Chronicles 26:30

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you capable man or woman of GOD? Do you have ability to do things? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Leaders III. OBJECTIVES: To show ability and capabilities came from GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 26:30,32 1 Chronicles 26:30 (NLT) 30 From the clan of Hebron came Hashabiah. He and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Gifts Of God: Use Them Or Lose Them

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 13, 2015
     | 8,532 views

    On Judgment Day, we will be called on to give a personal report to God. That report will be based on the choices we make here and now. We can make any changes we want to here and now. It will be too late to make them when we stand before God.

    Have you ever been afraid to use your gifts, talents or skills? Have you ever thought that your skills and talents were not appreciated by other people? If the answer to either one or both of these questions is “yes”, then you can probably sympathize with the third slave on the Parable ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Heaven's Treasures Series

    Contributed by Dennis King on Jun 21, 2022
     | 2,261 views

    The Lord is not against us gathering up some savings, or fill our closet with a few dresses and suits. But our faith and trust should be be rooted in something other than worldly possessions.

    Jesus taught about good works and giving. “Be careful! When you do something good, don’t do it in front of others so that they will see you. If you do that, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. “When you give to those who are poor, don’t announce that you are giving. Don’t be like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Tragedy Of A Wasted Life

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 25, 2021
     | 4,077 views

    Every one of us are blessed beyond measure if we have a relationship with Jesus Christ. We have accepted the invitation that He has given. Why waste what God has so graciously given?

    Last Monday night during the football game, I heard this statement, “It is a tragedy to waste a mind.” How true it is, but greater still, “To waste a whole life.” 1. In verse 8, the words, “vexed his righteous soul from day to day. Vexed means to disturb, provoke, trouble, irritation, and great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unwrapping God's Gifts Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 29, 2022
     | 1,848 views

    If you aren’t actively seeking out or using your gifts to build up the body of Christ, why not? It’s why you were made.

    I love bumper-sticker theology. And one of my favorites is, “Life is hard try reading the instructions.” Those of you who have assembled toys or furniture may have discovered this principle the hard way. I’ve neglected to count the parts. I’ve put things together upside down and backwards. When I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Owens avatar

    The Tools And Tactics Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 9, 2024
     | 1,559 views

    People who serve like Jesus know that God has entrusted them with gifts, abilities and opportunities that must be used in service to God. To not use what God has entrusted to us will lead to God's displeasure.

    Introduction: A. Allow me to start this sermon with the story of a boy who other children called “Sparky” after a comic strip horse named Sparkplug. 1. Even though the boy hated the nickname, he could never shake it. 2. School was difficult for Sparky. a. He failed every subject in the 8th ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understand - Pt. 4 - Graced People Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 17, 2012
     | 4,403 views

    There is a high value placed on knowledge or understanding. As a body, we must pay the price to understand 5 key truths.

    Understand Pt. 4 – Graced People I. Introduction Understanding is essential. How many of you constantly ask your kids "do you understand me?" We recognize that without understanding you can get yourself in a mess quickly. Without understanding you make decisions, choices, and take steps that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be All You Can Be

    Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Nov 12, 2011
     | 4,841 views

    Gifts from God must be developed to the maximum as we reject minimalism.

    Parable of the Talents Becoming a Maximum Christian All Gods gifts, indeed all goodness and love we receive, are for us to develop to the maximum and so provide for increase in God’s Kingdom. That’s the message I would leave with you today. Become a “maximalist,” not a minimalist to prepare ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Right Or Wrong? - Do I Have To Get Baptized? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 23, 2002
    based on 145 ratings
     | 11,955 views

    When the crowd asked "what must we do?" Peter told them to repent and be baptized. Does God expect me to get baptized?

    OPEN: South East Christian Church in Louisville, KY is a congregation of about 15,000 members. It’s so huge they have a very specialized paid staff. For example, they have a staff member in charge of something they call the “wedding department.” One Sunday, a staff member from that department was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    To Be Found Faithful

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 3, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,309 views

    The following sermon is going to review the Parable of the Bags of Gold with the goal of spurring us on to use our talents for Jesus so that one day we might hear the words “good and faithful servant!”

    To be Found Faithful Matthew 25:13-30 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour” When we dwell on the promise that Jesus will one day return does that unshakeable truth instill hope or fear within our hearts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 7: While We Wait For The Lord's Return Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 26, 2015
     | 9,047 views

    While we wait, be sure to answer these 4 questions: 1. Do I have any gifts from God (vs. 14-15)? 2. Am I gaining all I can for God’s Kingdom (vs. 16-18)? 3. What is my ultimate goal (vs. 19-23)? 4. Do I really know God (vs. 24-30)?

    The Second Coming of Christ Part 7: While We Wait for the Lord's Return Matthew 25:13-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 29, 2015 *In vs. 13, Jesus tells us to "Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour in which the Son of Man is coming." Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do It With Thy Might

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 17,908 views

    Challenge to the congregation to give God the best of your talents and labor.

    There was a young boy who was the son of a drifter. This boy worked as a store clerk for a while, but the store failed. He bought a partnership in another store, but it failed also. He ran for legislature and lost both times. He ran for vice-president and lost. He became the 16th President of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Alan McCann avatar

    Y Give?

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,172 views

    Why are called to give of our time, resources and talents to God?

    Y Give Matthew 14.13-21 This morning we start a sermon series of questions all beginning with the word ‘Why.’ Over the next number of weeks we are going to look at why we do certain things as a Christians. This morning we are going to look at giving. Right at the start of this sermon I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Outreach Potential

    Contributed by David Crank on Sep 12, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,985 views

    It takes more than talent to realize your full potential.

    Your talent (potential) is God’s gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God.” – Leo Buscaglia The truth is everyone has a seed of success within them. It’s how we were designed, yet many never tap in or live up to their potential and most, for the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Managing Your Time Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2025
     | 65 views

    Wisely managing our times, talent and treasure to the glory of God.

    A. INTRODUCTION: PSALM 90:9-12 “We are wandering in the desert because You are punishing us for rebellion. We are spending our years as a story that is unfolding. You have promised us 70 years, and if we live longer, it will be with weakness and hardships, then we are cut off and we fly away . ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist