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  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    Do You Need A Boost?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 20, 2021
     | 4,909 views

    We could all use a little boost every now and then. No, not the nutrition shake, although that might help too. But there are times when we could all use a helping hand or a pep talk. Let's look into the subject of encouragement.

    DO YOU NEED A BOOST? We could all use a little more encouragement in our lives, right? We get run-down, we get disheartened. We wonder if what we’re doing really matters. We could all use a little boost every now and then. No, not the nutrition shake, although that might help too. But there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Five Reasons Why Preachers Should Be Paid

    Contributed by George Barton on Aug 5, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,243 views

    Gives the five reasons Paul gives in 1 Cor 9 for paying the preacher.

    WHY PREACHERS SHOULD BE PAID REVISED 08-05-2006 FIVE REASONS WHY GOSPEL PREACHERS SHOULD BE PAID 1 Corinthians 9:1-27 (1 Cor 9:1 NIV) Am I not free? Am I not an apostle? Have I not seen Jesus our Lord? Are you not the result of my work in the Lord? (1 Cor 9:2 NIV) Even though I may not be an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    5 Lent B

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Apr 6, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 8,898 views

    In these dark times we need to walk with Jesus through the darkness of his crucifixion and death so that as he is "lifted up" we can know that in the darkest of times he will be there for us to bring new life.

    5 Lent B John 12:20-33 6 April 2003 Rev. Roger Haugen We live in dark and dangerous times. The stability we crave in life seems shaken every time we turn around. Jobs are continually downsized, the mutual funds that were to give us security in our retirement send out notices of negative ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Sweet Fruit Of Bitter Times Series

    Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 495 ratings
     | 57,271 views

    This sermon explores the fruit of struggling with trials.

    The Sweet Fruit of Bitter Times James 1:1-4 Krispy Kreme donuts are all the rage right now. Many of us have tasted them. Some people will line up and wait for hours to purchase these sweet delights. Let me tell you about the process that leads to a Krispy Kreme donut. First the little balls of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Appointed An Apostle

    Contributed by Galen Hackman on Mar 7, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 11,105 views

    This message was preached at the ordination of a person into the ministry. It is a challenge to church and pastor.

    Appointed an Apostle Mark 3:13-19 Very soon into Jesus’ public ministry he began to gather around him persons who wanted to learn more of his way. Among the many who followed him, there were twelve that he called into a special relationship with him. We often call these the 12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Roy Hughes avatar

    Finding Jesus, Part I: Temptation Series

    Contributed by Roy Hughes on Mar 21, 2001
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,165 views

    Part 1 of the "Finding Jesus" series identifying us with the Son of Man and His victory over temptation.

    Finding Jesus, part 1 “Finding Jesus In Our Temptations” From Isaiah to The Revelation, we can find 50 names for Jesus Christ. Over the next few weeks we will preach a series of messages that center on one of those titles: Matthew 13:37 TONIGHT WE SET OUT ON A QUEST TO FIND JESUS: THE SON ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Is Jesus Still Weeping?

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 9, 2001
    based on 125 ratings
     | 9,385 views

    Jesus wept over the state of Jerusalem. Is He still weeping over the state of our lives?

    Is Jesus still weeping? Luke 19:41-44 April 8, 2001 Palm Sunday This message was based on an outline in Roger Capbell’s book Preach for A Year # 1 Palm Sunday Tears pages 61 and 62, published by Kregel. Introduction I. New Pastor¡¦s Appointment Finding his newly-appointed pastor standing at his ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Conflict Management: How To Solve A Conflict

    Contributed by Donny Tatimu on Oct 19, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,150 views

    Conflict never to be avoid, but to be solved!

    Conflict Management: How to Solve a Conflict Matthew 10:34-37 By: Donny Tatimu doni_t@yahoo.com At the last sermon, I talked about the source of conflict, which are: 1. Interest 2. Value 3. Relationship 4. Information 5. Resources Again, Jesus not just a Wonderful Comforter, but He also a ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    How To Sustain Spiritual Momentum

    Contributed by James Dunn on Nov 27, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 9,344 views

    This message points out 5 Biblical principles for sustaining spritual momentum in the Christian life.

    HOW TO SUSTAIN SPIRITUAL MOMENTUM Sermon Outline Notes Hebrews 12:1-2 (NLT) How Do I Sustain Spiritual Momentum? 1. I will find strength from those who have GONE BEFORE “Even if it was written in Scripture long ago, you can be sure it’s written for us.” Romans 15:4a (Msg) What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's The Verdict

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 10, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 10,283 views

    Are you guilty or not guilty? I want to be GUILTY of being like Christ.

    What’s the Verdict? “Are you guilty or not guilty” Matthew 25 : 58 & 69 – 75 In the court of law in a jury trial after all the deliberations have taken place, the jury will come back into the courtroom and there is a conversational exchange that happens between the judge and the foreman ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Crowds Around The Cross

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Mar 19, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,881 views

    A message about the various groups around the cross of Christ on crucifixion day.

    CROWDS AROUND THE CROSS MATTHEW 27:26, 31 INTRO.: If you were to look at Rembrandt’s painting of The Three Crosses, your attention would be drawn first to the center cross on which Jesus died. 1. Then as you would look at the crowd gathered around the foot of that cross, you’d be impressed by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    The Promise Of Paradise Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Mar 8, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,246 views

    Jesus’ 2nd cry from the cross and how it relates to admission to paradise (salvation)

    WHAT MOVED THE HEART OF JESUS Part 2: The Promise of Paradise - Luke 23:39-43 > v43 . . . Truly I say to you, today you shall be with Me in Paradise. You know, I have seen a few things and a few places in life. I haven’t seen as much nor traveled as extensively as some of you who’ve been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Knight avatar

    To Count The Cost Series

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 16, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,353 views

    A look at the cost of following Jesus.

    Series: The Parables of Christ Topic: To Count The Cost February 17, 2002 Luke 14:25-35 Introduction: Ill-commercials for products -build up products -add bonus products/ features -then "How much would you expect to pay?" -finally "Just 3 easy payments of $$$" -car/truck ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Eric Sellgren avatar

    It's Alright To Cry!

    Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Nov 17, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,069 views

    Jesus calls us to a Ministry of Compassion. (To replace the Sermon which vanished from this site a few weeks ago!)

    Some years ago a friend of mine went forward at a Meeting for the laying on of hands for Baptism in the Spirit. That evening God touched her very powerfully but not in a way that she had expected. What happened was HER NOSE STOPPED RUNNING! Let me explain: For years she had been plagued with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Gaza, Gath And Ashdod

    Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 13, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 16,207 views

    This sermon deals with the consequences of allowing "little" sins to remain alive within the life of the believer.

    Gaza, Gath and Ashdod Text: Joshua 13:1-3; Hebrews 12:1 Joshua 13:1-3 Now Joshua was old and stricken in years; and the Lord said unto him, Thou art old and stricken in years, and there remaineth yet very much land to be possessed. This is the land that yet remaineth: all the borders of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal