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  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    A Reflection On Servant-Leadership Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Nov 27, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 22,442 views

    Jesus said “The greatest among you must be a servant.”(Matthew 23:11)

    “The greatest among you will be your servant. For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted..”(Matthew 23:11-12) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s maiden speech on the eve of India’s 68th Independence Day on 15th August 2014, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Proverbs 14:34 The Death Of Our Nation

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 24, 2013
     | 7,131 views

    God is removing His strong arm of protection and blessing from our country because of what we have allowed to happen, evidently the majority of the voters this past election felt that Obama and his cohorts was the best route for the nation, but in reali

    Proverbs 14:34 THE DEATH OF OUR NATION 3-9-13 I believe any reasonable thinking person can see and understand that our nation is in big trouble, it's in big trouble with God. * Listen as I read today's text found in Proverbs 14:34; Righteousness exalteth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Evidence Against Us (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 28, 2013
     | 3,956 views

    This message examines the indictment Paul brings against the human race. This is is his first round of evidence to support the indictment.

    If we are honest, there are just some subjects that we absolutely do not like to talk about. We prefer to avoid any subject that may cast ourselves in a bad light or make us feel uncomfortable. Unfortunately, these same attitudes have been carried over into the church. The list of subjects we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dreams And Visions? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 31, 2018
     | 7,880 views

    Are dreams and visions from God or pizza?

    Video Illustration: From One Race event at Stone Mountain Georgia Series: You Asked for It! Question: Dreams are they from God or Pizza – How do I know? Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8: 7 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 8 For everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Taking Jesus Seriously

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on May 1, 2020
     | 5,418 views

    Many times when people say things to us that are hard to believe, we may reply. "are you serious?" However, Jesus was serious in everything he said.

    TAKING JESUS SERIOUSLY Introduction: Many times when people say things to us that are hard to believe, we may reply, "are you serious?" However, Jesus was serious in everything he said. I HE WAS SERIOUS IN HIS PREACHING. People in the time of Jesus would often say that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    That You May Know Series

    Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 11, 2019
     | 3,307 views

    Christians are encourage to KNOW they are eternally secure and from that knowledge continue to the work the works of God for the rest of their lives!

    A number of years ago, there was a very mean man who sold wood to his neighbors. He took advantage of them by cutting his logs a few inches short. Everyone grumbled, but he was the only lumberjack and wood splitter in town. One day the report was circulated that the wood-splitter had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Back To School-Be A Good Example Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 26, 2023
     | 2,302 views

    This message is based on 1 Timothy 4:12. Paul gave Timothy a number of exhortations so that he could and would be an example of believers.

    (Based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO; not an exact transcription.) Introduction: We’re continuing in our “back to school” theme this morning, today taking a look at Paul’s instructions to Timothy. Last week we saw how Paul was encouraging Timothy to preach the word at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preaching Of The Cross

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on May 24, 2024
     | 1,012 views

    The Apostle Paul said he was not an elegant speaker; he did not desire to use flattering words to draw attention to the cross. It is a shame too many preachers today feel they must use flattery or jokes to attract or keep an audience.

    I have heard many preachers over the span of my life. My father said they began attending church assemblies on Easter just a few days after my birth. Over sixty years have I been in an assembly hearing preaching. Think about the number of years and the many preachers you have heard. You have heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wise Words From An Old Soldier

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Nov 6, 2021
     | 4,578 views

    Veteran's Day Sermon inspired by this sermon https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/an-old-soldier-whose-words-never-faded-away-mitchell-leonard-sermon-on-veterans-day-205015.

    Wise Words From An Old Soldier Introduction Today we celebrate and honor our veterans. We thank you for your service. 2 Timothy 2:1-4 NKJV 1 You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Creation Simplified

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 10, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,476 views

    God’s Word tells us in Genesis about creation. We will see that the things taught in Genesis 1 are upheld throughout the rest of Scripture. Both the Old and New Testament writings affirm the Genesis account of creation.

    Genesis Chapter 1 What does Genesis mean? Genesis means beginning or origin. Consider what information we would be missing if we didn’t have the book of Genesis: The history of the beginning would be missing. –how the earth was formed –how life began –how sin entered the world –how God made a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Got To Be Perfect Or Not

    Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Feb 19, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,031 views

    Apostle Paul, Jesus and others, all had somethings to say to churches throughout the bible, be it good or bad. Revelation chapter 2, chapter 3

    IT’S GOT TO BE PERFECT…OR NOT 1 Corinthians 1:1-12 Paul, called to be an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and our brother Sosthenes, To the church of God in Corinth, to those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be his holy people, together with all those everywhere who call on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Armored: Geared Up For Life Series

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 21, 2021
     | 3,064 views

    THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B August 22, 2021, this is the Armor, the gear we have been “gearing up for life” throughout the series. So, what are these tools and how do we employ them in our daily lives?

    INTRODUCTION As Hitler’s appetite for power and territory grew, his army began to march across Europe. In some cases, the fight could hardly be called a battle. The Evil German Nazi army advanced, with its tanks and with technologically advanced weapons. In some of the underdeveloped nations, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Boundless Love (February 23, 2013).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
     | 4,921 views

    God’s love knows no bounds. The audience in the synagogue was ok hearing about God’s love so long as it met with their expectations. When Jesus talked about how God’s love reaches out to even the Gentiles, people in the synagogue got upset.

    BOUNDLESS LOVE Text: Luke 4:21 – 30 There is the story of a preacher whose preaching met with comments of affirmation praise when he spoke about certain sins, like gossip, drinking, lying, cheating, stealing. With the mention of each and every sin, there were people who ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    God’s Revelation Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 25, 2023
     | 1,847 views

    In this Psalm David speaks of God’s revelation in creation. God reveals himself through the splendor of the universe.

    God’s Revelation Psalm 19 I attended an event called Symphony on the Prairie. It was held at historic Conner Prairie farms in Indiana. There are hundreds of acres with log cabins that are preserved as a museum of what the pioneer days were like in Indiana. In this setting the Indianapolis ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Excuses And Abilities (October 2, 2022)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 27, 2022
     | 2,462 views

    Have any of us ever tried to create a legitimate alibi for any of our illegitimate behavior? Have any of us ever made a valid excuse for our sins of omission?

    EXCUSES and ABILITIES Text: Exodus 4:10 -12 Exodus 4:10-12 But Moses said to the LORD, "O my Lord, I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor even now that you have spoken to your servant; but I am slow of speech and slow of tongue." (11) Then the LORD said to him, "Who ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist