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  • Matthew Everhard avatar

    You Reap What You Sojourn

    Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Sep 1, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,181 views

    How does the church escape the "Adding Members" model and revert to a biblical definition of evangelism? This message uses Jesus’ challenge that "the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few" in incite compassionate outreach.

    “You Reap What You Sojourn” by Matthew Everhard. Originally preached on Sunday Morning, July 4th, 2004 at Hudson Presbyterian Church. Words 2205 Their primary concern was membership. Specifically, that membership was on the rise. Well, either that or member PLEDGES-- those were equally important. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Milk And Honey..." By Dr. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 15, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,367 views

    Crisis are a challenge from God to exercise confidence in Him. As the Children of Israel wondered in the wilderness we too will face our trials, hopefully not in the same manneror response, Let’s see!

    Introduction Israel’s wilderness wonderings is an account from which much can be learned about God’s loving kindness and care for His children. It is also a lesson in what not to do when trouble or crisis come our way. The children provoked God to anger with their lack of faith and trust. Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Crime Did Jesus Commit? Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Mar 9, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,129 views

    We see the context that sets up the reason Jesus was rejected by the Jews. He called for integrity, challenged their authority, claimed to be deity. We then move from the reasons to the purpose - our justification.

    Almost 2000 years ago, Jesus asked His followers a question: “Who do you say I am?” It’s still the fundamental question of life. And the answer creates controversy. It’s one reason why Mel Gibson’s film, The Passion of the Christ, is so controversial. This is a film that has had the audacity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Reconciled Through Christ Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 11, 2011
    based on 19 ratings
     | 27,730 views

    The Colossians believers had become recipients of God’s marvelous act of reconciliation. They had been made acceptable to God and are challenged to continue striving forward in the truth that had saved them.

    COLOSSIANS 1: 20-23 RECONCILED THROUGH CHRIST Having proclaimed the deity and work of Christ, Paul now reveals what it means to the people in Colossae. He thus returns to the thought of redemption. With joyful wonder the Apostle testifies to the Colossians believers that they too have become ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "A Call To Serve"

    Contributed by Elvis Burrows on May 25, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,738 views

    This sermon highlights the key characteristics and benefits of a life of faithful service to God. It challenges those in Leadership positions, (especially teachers) to take their roles seriously and to remain faithful as they continue to serve God.

    "A Call to Serve" MARCH 22, 2009 CENTRAL ZION BAPTIST CHURCH 2 TIMOTHY 2:1-7 SALUTATION CONGRATULATE WORKERS FOR JOB WELL DONE - FOR HARD WORK AND DEDICATION TO THE TEACHING MINISTRY OF THE CHURCH – LETS CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR THEM, AND PRAY THAT GOD WILL SEND MORE COMMITTED WORKERS INTO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Help For The Hopeless - Hope For The Helpless

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 8, 2013
    based on 76 ratings
     | 36,861 views

    I challenge you today to rise up out of that comfort zone, and not accept that situation any longer, and decide to walk away. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Help for the Hopeless - Hope for the Helpless John 5:1-9 [pt. 2 just added, below pt. 1] Get it all with PowerPoint here: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HelpHope.html Bethesda= “House of Mercy” The “House of Mercy” was a house of misery for many. This pool was situated where there were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does Anyone Care

    Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Jun 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,744 views

    This sermon should challenge every Christian to share their faith intentionally by demonstrating that we need Christians who understand that he church is not functioning properly unless she is carrying the gospel to the lost.

    Subject: Evangelizing The Lost Scripture: Matthew 5.13-16/Psalm 126.5-6 Sermon: “Does Anyone Care?” Scope: This sermon should challenge every Christian to share their faith intentionally. Summary: We need Christians who understand that the Church is not functioning properly until she ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ricky Nelms avatar

    Patience Works Series

    Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 31, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,248 views

    This is the fifth message in the series "From The Problem To The Solution". This deals with how it takes a lot of patience sometimes to get to the solution. Our challenge is not to give up! The outlines is the Explanation, Examples, and Effect of patie

    From The Problem to the Solution #5 - PATIENCE WORKS This morning, we are continuing (after a lengthy pause) our series of messages entitled FROM THE PROBLEM TO THE SOLUTION And the reason that I feel that we should continue on this theme is because God is wanting to take us from… --the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Choose Life? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 28, 2010
     | 4,150 views

    My message today is not given to support any political party but to challenge this congregation to look at what the Bible says about abortion and why we must choose life over death.

    Sermon: “Why choose life?" Series: Why? Today is Sanctity of Human Life Sunday: Jan. 24, 2010 Thesis: My message today is not given to support any political party but to challenge this congregation to look at what the Bible says about abortion and why we must choose life over death. As I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    We Would See Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 22, 2014
    based on 11 ratings
     | 37,626 views

    Having heard & observed, these Gentiles were attracted or drawn to Jesus & they wanted to believe in Him, they wanted to "know" Him. Jesus therefore challenges them & us - to die that we might live

    JOHN 12: 20-26 SIR, WE WOULD SEE JESUS [Mark 8:34-38 / Colossians 3:1-3] Jesus public ministry was coming to a close and a variety of things were unfolding. Jesus had just entered into Jerusalem to the shouts and praises of the huge crowds [2-2 ½ million] present ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Precious Promises Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 5, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 28,957 views

    Here we are challenged to take full advantage of the divine power & promises of God. Peter then gives us the specific steps to follow so that we may be victorious through Jesus Christ.

    2 PETER 1: 3-8 [Our Precious Faith Series] PRECIOUS PROMISES Peter begins his teaching by reminding them and us of the basics of authentic Christianity. If we continue to live by the divine power which God has given to us, and if we continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Eberly avatar

    Jesus Reveals Our Temptations Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,309 views

    This week we examine Jesus as a model of emotionally healthy spirituality. We’ll uncover 3 temptations that keep us from growing and then three challenges to fulfill to combat those temptations.

    Back to School Jesus Reveals Our Temptations Luke 4:1-13 October 18, 2009 This week I want to lift up to Jesus as a model of healthy emotional spirituality. Turn to the passage read earlier: Luke 4:1-13. How many of you exercise regularly? Yeah, every morning the alarm clock rings, I jump at of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    Head Start The Right Start

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,779 views

    A challenge to the faith community to early childhood education by having a fidelity to the cultural values of every child, by developing a fellowship that creates community for each child, and by furthering the advancement of a program that has proven it

    Sermon Preached on Sunday, September 24, 2006 “Head Start the Right Start” Paul’s Thanksgiving and Prayer 3 Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God.4 Whenever I pray, I make my requests for all of you with joy,5 for you have been my partners in spreading the Good News about Christ from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    We Need Healthy Children Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,790 views

    The challenge before us is how best to create a healthcare system in which all children receive care that is safe, effective, efficient, timely and family centered regardless of background or cultural differences.

    Sermon on Sunday, September 10, 2006 at Union Baptist Church “We Need Healthy Children” Mark 9: 14-27 “How long has the child been like this?” In this second installment in our Back to School Series, Jesus poses a question over two thousand years ago that haunts us today, “How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Mende avatar

    Extravagant Devotion To Jesus

    Contributed by David Mende on Nov 14, 2018
    based on 6 ratings
     | 20,918 views

    This sermon challenges God's people to be completely devoted to Jesus on the basis of his infinite worth. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give a brief feedback.

    INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. ILLUSTRATION: I remember my college days when I was studying Masters in Computer Science. In 2001, the Lord touched my life and I was on fire for God! I would be very vocal about my faith and share the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God