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  • Jeff van Wyk avatar

    The Ministry Gifts

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013
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    The five-fold ministry resulted from Christ’s ascension to heaven. These gifts were released by Christ during His ascension and are therefore also known as the ascension gifts. The full expression of the ministry of Jesus requires the full 5-fold ministry

    The Ministry Gifts Ephesians 4:7-8 - But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.” Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Three Crosses Of Calvary

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 13, 2012
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     | 32,070 views

    What was the differences in the three crosses on Golgatha?

    Three Crosses at Calvary Luke 23:32-43 The Gospel of Luke gives an eye-witness account of the scene at the cross. (23:32,33). "Two other men, both criminals, were also led out with Jesus to be executed. When they came to the place called The Skull, there they crucified him, along with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Framed - Pt. 2 - Mind Frames Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 4, 2012
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     | 7,128 views

    You are shaped by these forces. They determine your outlook, actions, and habits. Are you framed correctly?

    Framed Pt. 2 – Mind Frames As I mentioned last week I know that there are many forces trying to wield influence to shape us or frame us. There are billions of dollars spent each year in an attempt to frame our desires, our style, our wants and our likes. However, I also told you that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Advent Week 4 - 2012 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 2, 2013
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     | 5,942 views

    How does Christmas fit in with the tragedy of Newtown, Ct. Many are asking, "Where was God when all of this was going down? If God really came as Jesus why didn't He save these innocent people?" This is my feeble attempt at answering these questions ...

    Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent The whole reason for the Advent was to initiate the new covenant and to save the lost. Mary’s Song - Luke 1:46-55 “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for He has been mindful of the humble state of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Fulfillment Of The Kingdom Of God In The Mystery Of Tithe.

    Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Jan 17, 2013
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    TITHE is the KEY for LONG-LASTING ABUNDANCE and TRUE PROSPERITY! How much more if Jesus CHRIST became the TITHE for us? There shall be JOY and PEACE in EVERY ASPECT of your LIFE (School, Job, Business, Career, FAMILY, etc...). And it shall STAND FOREVER.

    The FULFILLMENT of the KINGDOM of God in the MYSTERY of TITHE: “The KEY to a LONG-LASTING ABUNDANCE and TRUE PROSPERITY” Jesus did come to FULFILL not just a "PART" but the "WHOLE" of ALL that is WRITTEN in the LAW of Moses, the PSALMS and the PROPHETS. This is the reason why He was called "THE ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    “critical Care Of The Body Of Christ”

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 17, 2013
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    For the church, the Body of Christ, to fulfill its purpose and mission it must be united. Paul emphasizes this in Ephesians 4. As the Body of Christ, we need to realize the necessity of caring to maintain unity within the church.

    “Critical Care of the Body of Christ” Ephesians 4:1-6, 25-32 A Christian church is a local body of regenerate (born-again) persons, baptized on a profession of their faith in Christ; who have united in covenant for worship, instruction, the observance of Christian ordinances, and for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Studies In Revelation Chapter 13 Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011
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     | 4,826 views

    This is a study of chapter 13 in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

    Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: The Beginning of the Age of the Antichrist Theme: Text: Revelation 13:1-18 Note: Sometimes in the book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    What Are You Going To Do About It?

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 25, 2011
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     | 61,993 views

    Is the devil beating up your family? Is he messing with your money? Is he kicking sand in your face? Is he mocking you? Are you fed up with his mess? (The next question is) What are you going to do about it?

    Before I start this message I have to obey the Lord, he told me to prophesy: somebody listening to this message is going to go from a Zero to a Hero, you’re going to go from the underdog to the wonder dog. You’re going from the Wimp to the Warrior, from the worrier to the worshiper, from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bruce Lee avatar

    How To Make Enthusiastic Servants

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Oct 9, 2011
    based on 36 ratings
     | 14,583 views

    Three simple steps to win the lost to Christ and create revival in the church. The Apostle Paul’s determination to bring enthusiasm to the people of Corinth. A call to return to the things that first made us the people of God.

    "How to Make Enthusiastic Servants" So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and steady, always enthusiastic about the Lord’s work, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless. (1 Corinthians 15:58 NLT) Intro: It feels great to be enthusiastic. The one thing that makes ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Key Words In The Christian Life - Redemption Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010
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     | 4,125 views

    Key Words in the Christian Life - Redemption (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: 1 Peter chapter 1 verse 18-21. Ill: • In the 1800’s there was a well known American Baptist preacher; • Called Dr. A. J. Gordon. • One day as he walked down a street in Boston; • He met a boy carrying an old rusty bird cage, • Inside the cage were ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Core Value 2:- Being Mission Minded Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 7, 2010
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     | 10,198 views

    Jesus has the power to overcome any obstacle for people to come to Him and to be in His family. Therefore we should trust His power and be pro-active in sharing the Gospel.

    Message Luke 8:26-39 “Madman Turned Missionary” I think you will agree that this is not the most effective way to be an evangelist. So, what does it mean to be mission minded? Let’s have a look at a passage from Scripture. Luke 8:26-39 (read) To understand what is happening here we first need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    Can I Trust You With This? Series

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 30, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,111 views

    Nehemiah had a heart that cared, knees that bent, a mind that prepared and feet that went. This week we will talk about a heart that cared.

    Can I Trust You With This? PPT 1 Series Slide PPT 2 Text: Nehemiah 1 Ne 1:1 The words of Nehemiah the son of Hacaliah. Now it happened in the month Chislev, [in] the twentieth year, while I was in Susa the capitol, Ne 1:2 that Hanani, one of my brothers, and some men from Judah came; and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Look For The Hook Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 13, 2010
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     | 6,357 views

    Having taken the title from a message that I heard over 20 years ago, this message teaches about the ’hook’ of temptation.

    How to Do Life Look For the Hook James 1:13-16 * Fishing is a fun sport and I really like it. Dad has a catfish pond and almost every time we go home, I wet a hook. However, do you know what I’ve discovered about those fish? They’re fickled. The bait that they ‘tear up’ one day will not even be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Wilson avatar

    Rebuilding The Altar Series

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 12, 2010
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     | 21,187 views

    Sermon 4 of the series. The Jews are now back in their land. They have built cities, built houses and raised crops. Now it is time to get busy in the work and worship of the Lord!

    The Book of Ezra Study #6 (Ezra 3:1-7) Rebuilding the Altar! INTRODUCTION: If given the chance, would you return to your home place to rebuild it, even if it lay in total devastation? What are some of your earliest memories of church? What buildings come to your mind? What parts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Who Exalts God Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 9, 2012
     | 7,254 views

    We are selfless followers of a self-centered God

    The God Who Exalts God “We are selfless followers of a self-centered God.” Ezekiel 36:22-23 (p. 614) March 18, 2012 Introduction: “Therefore say to the House of Israel, this is what the sovereign Lord says, “It is not for your sake O house of Israel, that I am going ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ