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  • Mark Price avatar

    The Shepherd's Covenant

    Contributed by Mark Price on Jun 29, 2007
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     | 4,334 views

    Upon hearing H.B London speak at a leadership congference, and haveing read the book "The Speherd’s Covenant for Pastors," I utilized the principles in the covenant to share my heart with the church. You can go to http://www.parsonage.org/shepherds/index

    Text: Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend. Introduction I have had the privilege of attending some great conferences since I have been in ministry. But of all those I have attended, one that places among the most beneficial to my personal ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Mark Of A Christian Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 28, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,855 views

    John 13:34-35 tells us what is the mark of a Christian.

    Introduction The story is told of a soldier in the army of Alexander the Great. The soldier was brought before the great world conqueror for a court-martial. When the emperor had listened to the charges and the evidence, he turned to the soldier facing condemnation, and asked, “What is your ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Tools For Expositing Psalms 23

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,333 views

    Tools for Expositing Psalms 23

    HOW TO DEVELOP EXPOSITIONAL SERMONS a). Definition of an Expositional Sermon - An expository sermon is one in which a portion of scripture is interpreted in relation to one theme or subject. The bulk of the material for the sermon is drawn directly from the passage and the outline consists of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Master Communication Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 15, 2012
     | 5,402 views

    We may live in the golden age of technology, but we still don't seem to be able to communicate.

    “Building Quality Relationships: With Christians – Master Communication” Eph. 5:15-20 A woman went to court and told the judge she wanted a divorce. “Do you have any grounds?” the judge asked. “Just two acres,” she replied. “That’s not it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why I Do Not Obey The Lord

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 28, 2022
     | 2,280 views

    Every pastor hears excuses. But some of the excuses he hears are better than the others.

    Illus: One lady gave her excuse for why she does not attend church. She said, "I don't go to church, and this is my reason: • If I go some of the time, it makes me want to go all the time. • And since I can't go all the time, it makes me feel guilty when I miss some of the time. • ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To And How Not To Grieve The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 29, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,825 views

    This sermon is going start by looking at the roles of the Spirit and finish with how to and how not to grieve Him.

    Do not Grieve or Quench the Holy Spirit Ephesians 4:29 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 When born-again believers continue to “conform to the ways of this world” (Romans 12:2) imagine how the Holy Spirit must feel! When we refuse to put off the former way of life but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guidelines For Youth Ministry

    Contributed by Tim White on Apr 2, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,885 views

    Paul encouraged Timothy in his demanding service with these words and set forth an example for him that would lead to success and leadership.

    Guidelines for Youth Ministers - I Tim. 4:12-16 (A charge for a new youth director, the church and the youth). Illustration: A youth pastor wanted to illustrate something to his students. He placed some valuable objects on small tables around the room. On one of the tables was a Bible. There was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon "Drinking From The Wellspring Of Life”

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 20, 2025
     | 220 views

    Proverbs 4:20-23 is a passage that teaches how to live a wise and prosperous life by focusing on God's word and protecting one's heart. The central message is to "guard your heart with all vigilance" because it is the source of life.

    Sermon “Drinking From the Wellspring of Life” Scripture Lesson: Proverbs 4:20-23 “My son, pay attention to my words and be willing to learn; Open your ears to my sayings. Do not let them escape from your sight; Keep them in the center of your heart. For they are life to those who find them, And ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Powerful Faith Of The Centurion PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 141 views

    Trusting Jesus’ word brings healing and hope; faith in His authority, not our worthiness or understanding, invites His miraculous power into our lives.

    Friends, perhaps you walked in today with a knot in your stomach and a prayer under your breath. Maybe the doctor’s words still echo. Maybe the bill is bigger than your paycheck. Maybe the bedroom is quiet and the tears come louder at night. What if the miracle you need is as close as a word from ...read more

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    Watch Your Words Series

    Contributed by Jim Mooney on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 246 ratings
     | 61,871 views

    Words can build up or tear down, through this sermon you will learn to watch what you say.

    WATCH YOUR WORDS Grow Up Rather Than Give Up Part 8 JAMES 3:1-12 All of us here know the saying, " STICKS AND STONES MAY BREAK MY BONES, BUT WORDS WILL NEVER HURT ME. " I am here to tell you that is not true. Words do hurt. Broken bones will heal over a period of time. Sometime we never recover ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Be Spirit-Filled

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 1, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,034 views

    Canada’s Olympic glory gives a picture of God’s will - the fullness of His Spirit, the Joy of God , so how can we get in on it.

    How to be Spirit-filled Team Canada’s gold medal win in Salt Lake City Olympics has spread a spirit of patriotism. Waves of red and white all over the country, coast to coast. Spontaneous singing, outburst of shouts of triumph, joy and celebration! Some say declare a holiday in Feb. to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A New Year—a Time Of Renewal

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 18, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 12,465 views

    A New Year’s Message

    A NEW YEAR—A TIME OF RENEWAL Psalm 51:10 INTRO: Good Evening, and welcome to 2003. What comes to mind with a new year? Black eyed peas, football games, parades, inventory time, new year’s resolutions, after Christmas sales, or parties? A new year is a time of: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Let God Significantly Use You

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 85 ratings
     | 14,049 views

    What are some of the steps to allow God to significantly use you?

    Many people are not actively serving God because they somehow cannot see the Lord significantly using them. People with little faith usually fall prey to a low esteem. When people feel inadequate they are often unwilling to let the Lord’s grace work out its sufficiency through their service. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Call To Patience.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 29, 2016
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,081 views

    How long, Lord?

    A CALL TO PATIENCE. James 5:7-10. ‘Patience is a virtue,’ suggests the old adage. Yet when we pray for more patience what do we get? We get more affliction! This subject was mooted early in James’ epistle, when he somewhat surprisingly suggested that we ‘should count it all joy’ when we fall ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Anointed To Speak

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Nov 9, 2012
     | 16,048 views

    Words are vehicles which can bring life, but they can also do a lot of harm. That is why our words must be in line with God’s Word. What we say can affect the eternal destiny of others. We are anointed to speak life and that places a responsibility on us

    Anointed To Speak SPEAK TO OTHERS If we live in the Spirit we need to walk in the Spirit. We need to be careful what we say. Words are vehicles which can bring life, but they can also do a lot of harm. That is why our words must be in line with God’s Word. Let your speech always be ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic