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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    What Does The Bible Say About Spiritual Gifts? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 28, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 20,648 views

    This sermon explores what the Bible says about spiritual gifts.

    Scripture For the past three Sundays we have been looking at Romans 12:3-8, in which the Apostle Paul has been teaching us how Christians are to serve in the body of Christ. The first Sunday I gave you a general overview of the text. The second Sunday we looked at what the Bible has to say about ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Willing Compassion Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on May 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,422 views

    Jesus was willing to show compassion to those in need.

    “Willing Compassion” April 20, 2008 Me: Center for Student Ministries- Melanie and lady in nursing home; students moved to pass out their breakfast for someone else. You: When was the last time that your heart compassion for someone moved you to action? God: Today we are going to look at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ: The Better Priest

    Contributed by John Harper on Nov 4, 2008
     | 2,592 views

    Christ is superior in His priesthood because of His ministry

    “CHRIST: THE BETTER PRIEST” Hebrews 7:1-10 August 31, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God Introduction: “The painting of Lucretia” Back in the 17th century, the Dutch artist Rembrandt painted two portraits of a famous Roman heroine named Lucretia. One portrait was painted in the year ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    “the Physician And The Blind”

    Contributed by Chris Carter on May 25, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,232 views

    -Let us look at Jesus method of dealing with blindness.

    I. Recognition of the problem A. Blind man knew his own dilemma 1. We have only to speculate the exact going on of this initial encounter. 2. This we know, he was a beggar (8), must have announced to them as they passed by that it was since birth as the disciples knew that he had been born ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Distractions Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 20, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,682 views

    Did you know that this age seeks to distract you from becoming like the Lord and serving in His story? Plenty and want are two sides of the same coin and they seek to keep us from freely loving and being used by God. Find out how to beat them at their own

    So far in our study of the book of Matthew we have seen Jesus proclaim that only by realizing our lack or rightness and God’s provision of life can we have hope and a future. We saw that God intends for us to be light and salt—communicating His message to a dark and bland world. We saw that God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    "Our Designated High Priest" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 31, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,632 views

    Sermon 13 in a study in HEBREWS

    “For every high priest taken from among men is appointed on behalf of men in things pertaining to God, in order to offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins; 2 he can deal gently with the ignorant and misguided, since he himself also is beset with weakness; 3 and because of it he is obligated to ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    The Servant King

    Contributed by David Moore on Jan 9, 2009
     | 4,527 views

    This is an overview of the gospel of Mark, with particular emphasis upon Jesus’ work in Mark, Peter and others. It shows that fears and failing need not be fatal, and that redemption and restoration are central to God’s plan.

    The Servant King Text: Mark 10:45 Introduction: When I was not long saved, my wife, who was no relation at the time, gave me a little book by John Blanchard called, “Read, Mark, Learn.” by John Blanchard. It was really a book for new Christians, and I can tell you I enjoyed reading through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ's Ambassadors

    Contributed by Paul Zwarich on Jun 24, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,404 views

    When Christ’s Disciples reach out to the less fortunate with a hand of compassion they are in fact reaching out to Him.

    Lectionary 13 A Matthew 10:40-42 This morning our gospel text concludes the discourse that Jesus gave to His disciples when He commissioned them to continue the ministry that He had begun with the lost sheep of the house of Israel. Two weeks ago the Gospel of Matthew informed us that after the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ordinary Men For An Extraordinary Task

    Contributed by Jeffery Scott on Jul 14, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,006 views

    Jesus called 12 men ordinary men to change the world. God still calls ordinary people to do an extraordinary task.

    I. Ordinary Men A. These were simple men whom Jesus choose to follow Him B. Some might see them as unfit. - Jesus, Son of Joseph Woodcrafter’s Carpenter Shop Nazareth 25922 From: Jordan Management Consultants Dear Sir: Thank you for submitting the resumes of the twelve men you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Victory Over Evil Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 22, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,174 views

    Jesus overcomes the demons that have been tormenting a man.

    “Victory Over Evil” June 29, 2008 Me: Ladies in office with computer that talked. Thought it was a demon. The solution for this victory was for the pastor to drive to the church and turn off the computer. You: Have you ever felt like your life was full of demons? Two quick points to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Victory Over Death Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,574 views

    Jesus heals a little girl who has died. Her daughter must humble himself to ask for Jesus’ help.

    “Victory Over Death” July 13, 2008 Me: Story of Emily being put into NICU after her birth. Nothing really tests your faith as the safety and health of your children. You: Are there times in your life where you remember seeking God because of some major issue with your child or loved one? Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Room At The Table Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Jul 29, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,756 views

    A message on servanthood.

    ROOM AT THE TABLE Sunday, July 13, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Main point: It takes people to reach people. Illustration: Drop leaf table with the leaves down to begin with. • Everybody loves a party. Last night my family was together and the activity and conversation around the table was ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Waiting On God Beyond Expected Time

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Aug 11, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,375 views

    This defines the many miricles Jesus had performedin the latter part of his ministry,nevertheless; the miricle he had performed in this event was to be an impression upon the disciples.

    Waiting on God Beyond Expected Time John 11:4 When Jesus heard that, he said, This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby. When Jesus had gotten notice of Lazarus’s sickness he did not hasten to heal him nor come ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Legion Goes Awol Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013
     | 7,514 views

    Dominant Thought: Jesus has the power over Satan to change the life of the most lost person

    Great, you got a new Bible. Now what are you supposed to do with it? Well, you could start by reading it! Someone asked what color a Bible should be. The answer is RED. I think every Bible should be read! There’s no difference between a Bible that’s never read and one that’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Blueprint For The Universe Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,788 views

    God has revealed His big plan to you and you have an active part of it!

    This is a merry-go-round. It used to be in Leonard Park, in Joplin, MO, between 4th and 7th streets. It was just an ordinary merry-go-round, in an ordinary park. When you look at it, it looks very ordinary, doesn’t it? But, on one very ordinary evening, as a certain young man sat on this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ