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  • Scott Spencer avatar

    Eliminating The Laity Series

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jan 11, 2015
     | 8,675 views

    What we need in our day is to refocus on the biblical model for ministry.

    Ephesians: Our Identity in Christ ~ Part 15 Eliminating the Laity Ephesians 4:11-12 And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Raised Up Revved Up Prayed Up Series

    Contributed by Judith Hand on Feb 6, 2015
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     | 13,054 views

    To avoid burnout and stay focused on our mission to share the good news we must be raised up revved up and prayed up according to Isaiah 40:21-31 1st Corinthians 9:16-23 and Mark 1:29-39

    Raised Up Revved Up Prayed Up Isaiah 40:21-31 I Corinthians 9:16-23 Mark 1:29-39 Most of us are very busy and we associate this with being productive. But I have found that everyone likes to declare a “snow day” once in a while and simply slow down and sit around and read a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "The Glory In His Bosom That Transfigures You And Me"

    Contributed by Thomas Patrick-Joseph Hanks on Feb 6, 2013
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     | 5,791 views

    This sermon focuses on the transforming power of God on our lives and on our duty to proclaim it as eyewitnesses.

    Friends Run and Smith Creek Church of the Brethren February 10, 2013 “The Glory in His Bosom That Transfigures You and Me” 2 Peter 1:16-21 Scripture Text 16 We did not follow cleverly invented stories when we told you about the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we were ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Learning Through Examples

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 18, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,526 views

    If we do not heed to Paul's warnings by alluding to the poor examples set by Israel and straighten our path, we are walking on very thin ice.

    Opening illustration: Commercial aircraft carry two flight-data recorders called “black boxes.” One logs the performance and condition of the aircraft in flight, and the other records the conversation of the crew with air-traffic controllers on the ground. These boxes are insulated to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Neglect Of An Awakening - #3 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 5, 2013
     | 5,891 views

    This series of messages was part of the preparation for our SAW (Spiritual Awakening Weekend). May it be used by others.

    The Neglect of An Awakening Aiming At an Awakening - #3 of 12 Jerry Watts Luke 13:5 * The message of Jesus to every lost person, saved person, and to the church is consistent. It is “REPENT.” When He began His teaching ministry, in Matthew 4, His message was clear, “Repent for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Russ Adams avatar

    America The Good

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 3, 2013
     | 3,353 views

    We must resist three temptations for America to remain good.

    America the Good Joshua 24:11-15 Joshua 24:11-15 11 “‘Then you crossed the Jordan and came to Jericho. The citizens of Jericho fought against you, as did also the Amorites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hittites, Girgashites, Hivites and Jebusites, but I gave them into your hands. 12 I sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Spirit-Empowered Messiah Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 8, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,280 views

    Jesus had no sin or impure motives that gave Satan legal access to His life. Satan could find nothing in Jesus - not even one square inch of territory - to which he could lay claim and thus gain access to Jesus’ heart. This is the reason why there was pro

    Opening illustration: You might not see the literal ‘Red Sea’ miracle in today’s context but will surely see one parallel to it. The issue is, as the Israelites waited before the ‘Red Sea,’ they didn’t contemplate or pursue to build a bridge across it. They waited on God for His Salvation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Criminal's View Of Calvary Series

    Contributed by Dennis Munn on Apr 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,088 views

    A sermon examining how Calvary is redemptive in real life...the thief's view of Calvary.

    A Hill With A View A Criminal’s View of Calvary Introduction: It’s appropriate in the weeks leading up to Easter that we devote extra attention to the story of Calvary. The preaching of the cross is central to Christianity...there can be no Christianity without the cross. The idea ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    "It's Not About Eggs"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,396 views

    Joining is the joy of serving Christ.

    Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 “It’s Not about Eggs” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org Not too terribly long ago I was having a conversation with a wonderful person, whom I dearly love, but who had also decided to move their ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    It’s About The Kingdom

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,105 views

    The church does not exist to make us comfortable. We are under obligation to cater to the needs of those who are less mature.

    It’s About the Kingdom Romans 15:1-6 Max Lucado in his book A Gentle Thunder, tells a story about a man who encountered another man carrying a Bible. “Are you a believer?” “Yes,” he said excitedly. I've learned that you can't be too careful who you fellowship with, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Parental Discipline Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 11, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,537 views

    The end result of all discipline's good benefits is children that have the learned ability to control themselves. A loving parent inflicts temporary discomfort on his children to spare them the long range disaster of an undisciplined life.

    PROVERBS 13:24 PARENTAL DISCIPLINE / INSTRUCTION [Hebrews 12:6-11] Affection is not enough. Love must also discipline. Good Christians or even good citizens cannot be produced in homes where children have good reason not to respect their own parents. Permissive homes (those where effective ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Counterfeit Mom

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on May 11, 2012
    based on 10 ratings
     | 27,729 views

    A look at a real mothers sacrifical love.

    Counterfeit Mom 1Kings 3:16-28 Intro. Today is mother’s day and I want to say how much I appreciate all you moms that are here this morning. If it wasn’t for you and all the things you do around here we would have to suspend most of the programs here in the church. Not only are you an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Lies Beneath A Lie Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 19, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,621 views

    Today we will talk about lying. Our goal is to go beyond the obvious instruction that we should not lie. Our goal is to learn what our lies teach us about the condition of our hearts.

    Sermon Notes May 20, 2012 FBCam “What Lies Beneath a Lie?” Genesis 20:1-18 One of the many pieces of advice we received before our wedding was to save the top tier of your wedding cake and eat and eat it on your first anniversary. We had a tiny little freezer. For one full year, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Wealthy Idiot Series

    Contributed by Nicolas Campbell on Jun 11, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,676 views

    Narrative retelling of the rich fool parable.

    Nicolas Campbell Narrative Hybrid Outline A. Story about putting your foot in your mouth. B. Linking Statement I. Retelling the Biblical Story A. So we are met with literally a mob of people. There were thousands of people who were trampling over each other to get close to Jesus to hear him ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Global Warping

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 28, 2011
     | 3,595 views

    Global Warping 1) Are you part of the problem? 2) Will you survive God's solution?

    Many scientists continue to be concerned about global warming. The National Geographic website proclaims: “…the face of the Earth as we know it—coasts, forests, farms, and snowcapped mountains—hangs in the balance.” That sounds serious, and I suppose I should be moved ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran