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  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    The Gospel Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 1, 2010
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     | 6,020 views

    The gospel of grace (1) is from God, (2) changes lives, and (3) leads to ministry.

    [If you would like to receive weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] AN OUTLINE OF GALATIANS Paul’s letter to the Galatians can be broken into three basic parts: • BIOGRAPHY (chapters 1-2) • THEOLOGY (chapters 3-4) • ETHICS (chapters 5-6) Paul is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Commissioning Service Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 29, 2011
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     | 9,653 views

    Jesus commissions his disciples to continue his ministry and to be his witnesses to the ends of the earth.

    Acts 1:6-14 “Commissioning Service” INTRODUCTION May is a time of transition for many people. Kindergartners are promoted to first grade and will soon experience its rigors. Eighth graders leave the comfort of grade school for the challenges of high school. High school graduates ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Do You Need The Church

    Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,778 views

    A sermon about what the church provides for the believer. Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Ministry, Evangelism

    Why Do You Need The Church? Psalm 122 . Vance Packard calls America “a nation of strangers.” • Today: an epidemic of loneliness in our society. (4 out of 10 experience intense loneliness) • “Everywhere you look, there are signs that people are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Story 24 Kingdom Treasure Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 2, 2014
     | 5,240 views

    Jesus' priority in his ministry was the Kingdom of God. This lesson focuses on the value and power of the kingdom.

    1. Thy Kingdom Come Astronaut James Erwin is one of but a few men to walk on the moon. As he stood upon the lunar landscape and looked up at the earth, he prayed for the first time in his life. He thought about the strife among nations, poverty, hunger, and rampant evil; and he thought to himself: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Inaugural Address Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 4, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,745 views

    Jesus begins His ministry by opening the book of Isaiah to explain WHY He came!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We are closing in on Easter Sunday, the time we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus! • As we enter this wonderful time of celebration today I want take us into the Synagogue in Nazareth on the Sabbath. • Jesus is going to handed to scroll that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Plough-Hand To Prophet Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 7, 2014
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     | 7,864 views

    God teaches the importance of the gospel ministry, It's a gift that we should not take for granted.

    1 Kings 19:19-21; 2 Kings 2:1-15, 23-25 Bullies, bears, and a baldy. Did I capture your attention when I read the Old Testament lesson this morning? It was a longer than usual reading, but if your mind started to wander, I bet you sat up when you heard how two bears mauled 42 young men for making ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Breakfast With Jesus

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jun 29, 2013
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     | 9,584 views

    Men’s Breakfast – Saturday June 29, 2013 at Joy Ministries

    Breakfast with Jesus Men’s Breakfast – Saturday June 29, 2013 at Joy Ministries John 21:4-19 - But when the morning had now come, Jesus stood on the shore; yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. Then Jesus said to them, "Children, have you any food?" They answered Him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Dynamics Of Christ’s Servants

    Contributed by James Snyder on May 22, 2017
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     | 10,823 views

    To really come to grips with the ministry God wants for us is the great challenge of the Christian life.

    (1 Corinthians 4:1-21) How would you define ministry, particularly your ministry? The apostle Paul is very serious about this aspect of ministry among God’s people. We have not been saved to be passive, but rather, to do the work of the ministry under the authority of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Power And Wisdom Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018
     | 3,164 views

    Message 4 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians discussing the enlightening ministry of the Holy Spirit.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit” Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Life Well Lived Series

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015
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     | 54,116 views

    This message was for the funeral of an elderly Christian woman who was actively involved in ministry into late life.

    “For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Healing The Hurting Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 9, 2015
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     | 17,423 views

    When you bring Jesus to your home, your home will become headquarters for ministry.

    Healing the Hurting Mark 1:29-34 Rev. Brian Bill October 10-11, 2015 Have you noticed how many mother-in-law jokes are out there? Mothers-in-law have been the brunt of jokes since the beginning of time, well maybe not because Adam and Eve didn’t have any in-laws. When I did a Google ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus' Practice Of Prayer

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 21, 2016
     | 2,781 views

    Jesus had much to do in ministry but spent time in prayer before, during and after.

    A. JESUS’ PRAYER WAS FOUNDATIONAL 1. Jesus had much to do in ministry but spent time in prayer before, during and after. 2. Jesus had pressure from the crowds, satanic opposition, the Pharisees and the agenda of His disciples, but He prayed. 3. Prayer took priority over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Someone Must Come Preaching

    Contributed by Eric Wright on Jul 3, 2022
     | 1,724 views

    Jonah decided that he would rather quit the prophetic ministry than preach to such people.

    Somebody’s Got To Come Preaching… Jonah 1:1-2 Now the word of the Lord came unto Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, 2 Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry against it; for their wickedness is come up before me. Jonah 3:1-2 And the word of the Lord came unto Jonah the second time, saying, 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rudolf E. Y. Mensah avatar

    Let Love Lead Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 30, 2021
     | 11,404 views

    Christianity is built on three strong characters. These great characters form the basis of the Christian ministry.

    SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF: 013 1 Corinthians 13:13, CSB: "Now these three remain: faith, hope, and love--but the greatest of these is love." LET LOVE LEAD Christianity is built on three strong characters. These great characters form the basis of the Christian ministry. Without ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    What Do You Preach?

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 17, 2022
     | 1,583 views

    Folks have different ideas about men and women in the ministry. They are referred to as “People of the Cloth.”

    Illus: The phrase, “People of the Cloth”, reminds me of the pastor of a conservative small-town congregation. He received the gift of a white suit from a friend, but he was a bit reluctant to wear it. Since it was so attractive and a perfect fit, he decided to put it on one warm Sunday. As he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist