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  • Tim White avatar

    The Difference A Savior Makes Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 22, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,262 views

    John shows the necessity of a savior and advocate in being right with God, serving God and loving as God instructs.

    The Difference A Savior Makes 1 John 2:1-6 Sheep and cows get lost easily while eating. I. The payment for sins. 1 John 2:1 My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Makes You Wait

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,053 views

    Why does God make those who are trying to serve Him wait indefinitely for Him to answer?

    - Luke 1:5-7. - Zechariah was a priest, an insider. - Elizabeth was also of Aaronic descent (v. 5), so they were the insider family. - They were both righteous people (v. 6). - But they were childless and old (v. 7). - Now, we know that God has a miracle in the form of the birth of John the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go Farther Together Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Jan 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,210 views

    This message is a challenge for the New Year for the church to be devoted to connecting, serving, and loving one another in Jesus’ Name.

    Go Farther Together • 1 Peter 4:7-11 • JAN 3, 2010 OPENING: Recount work of God in our midst as a church throughout 2009. INTRODUCTION: This year we must STRETCH both personally and collectively as a church to CONNECT, SERVE, and LOVE others in the name of Jesus. WORSE-CASE SCENARIO: What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faithful Service

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Dec 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,563 views

    A Veteran's Day Message -- understanding what it means to serve God with extraordinary faith and courage by encouraging others.

    INTRO: THE STORY OF THE FOUR CHAPLAINS This morning, I’d thought it be good to honor our veterans, and to look at veteran of the faith who served so that others could live. Now, to all you who’ve given so much for this country and for our freedoms —Thank you! It is in that ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    An Invitation To Joy Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 2, 2007
     | 2,925 views

    How do we live full lives that God offers to those who love and serve Him?

    An Invitation to Lasting Joy, Part 3 Turn with me today once again to a passage in Matthew’s Gospel that we call the Sermon on the Mount. We are discovering what Jesus says about following Him! How can we live in a way that pleases God and that enjoys His favor? It’s here in these verses. My ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Matthew Is Called ... And So Are You!

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 21, 2008
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     | 3,305 views

    An examination of Matthew’s calling to be a disciple; which also applies to our calling to serve Christ faithfully!

    Matthew is called … and so are YOU! Matthew 9:9-13 Introduction Matthew was called because Jesus went to find Him Point 1 – Matthew’s Response (v9) - Jesus saw, but he could only see if he went out to find someone - We must get out and “do the stuff” - There is no delay – delaying keeps people ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Mystery In Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 30, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,156 views

    The mystery that Paul talks about is God’s plan to include everyone who wants to serve Him.

    The Mystery In Christ Text: Eph. 3:1-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: Everybody loves a good mystery. My personal favorite is Sherlock Holmes. He would solve the most baffling cases using what he referred to as pure deductive reasoning. 2. The apostle Paul loved a good mystery too. However, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    God's Faithful, Imperfect People

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 25,266 views

    This sermon is based on the book Messy Spirituality by Michael Yaconelli. It is an encouragement to keep serving in spite of our imperfections.

    A. There’s a story told of a preacher who was preaching a message about the fact that no one is perfect. 1. To prove his point he asked for anyone who was perfect to stand up. 2. One man stood up in the middle of the congregation. 3. The preacher asked him, “Do you really think you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Pastor Is A Servant

    Contributed by Sunday Adelaja on Jan 16, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 15,592 views

    The idea of serving God arouses in some people not only a wrong understanding but also an unwillingness to put this into practice.

    The idea of serving God arouses in some people not only a wrong understanding but also an unwillingness to put this into practice. The reason for this is because these people are motivated by an egocentric spirit. In fact, the whole world is motivated by this spirit – an egocentric spirit. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Success In Riches

    Contributed by Sunday Adelaja on Jan 16, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,049 views

    Many years of experience show that if money does not serve the Kingdom, then it perverts, spoils, and destroys its owners.

    Two sides to the financial coin Many years of experience show that if money does not serve the Kingdom, then it perverts, spoils, and destroys its owners. Therefore, your motives should be right. If you feel that you got off track, humble yourself before God or make a covenant with Him. One woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    "Caesar Or Jesus" Series

    Contributed by Charles Scott on Feb 25, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,348 views

    The coming of Christ forced upon humanity a choice between serving Caesar, the god of this world, and the Kingdom of God.

    Luke 2__1-14 Caesar or Jesus Christmas 2007 December 25, 2007 "Caesar or Jesus" Introduction As Luke tells the story of Jesus’ birth he relates the story of 3 Kings. No, I’m not talking here about the visit of the Magi, the Wisemen from the East. I refer to 3 better known kings: King ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Marks Of A Great Church Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 16, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,185 views

    The Church at Jerusalem serves as a model for every church on what God expects His churches to look like.

    Acts 2: 41-47 The Marks of a Great Church The Church at Jerusalem serves as a model for every church on what God expects His churches to look like. The Church at Jerusalem was not seeking after greatness, but she attained it because each member did what God called ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Against Grumbling [revised] Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,311 views

    Called to serve, believers cannot afford to have an attitude of complaining or grumbling but it should be one of gratitude and service!

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 31, 2001 Date Edited: May 21, 2003 Date Preached: January 31, 2001 May 21, 2003 Church: BBC (PM) Wed Night OZHBC (PM) Wed Night FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Great Imperatives for the Christian Walk Title: The Imperative Regarding Grumbling Text: Phil ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    A Call To Humility And Service Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 7, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,750 views

    In this sermon we examine three platforms for serving one another: humility, the communion of the saints, and spiritual gifts.

    Scripture Today we continue our study in Romans 12. Last month we concluded ten sermons on Romans 12:1-2. In these verses Paul makes a grand declaration about Christian living. He says, in a very provocative way, that he wants us to live our lives for God. He wants us to give ourselves for God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Confidence In Christ

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 9, 2009
     | 3,407 views

    Knowing who you are and Whose you are should give the Christian confidence to properly serve the Lord with boldness.

    Confidence in Christ Text: Ephesians 3:1-13 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Last time we started discussing this passage and we talked about how a person introduces themselves says something about them. I also would say that the songs a church sings say something about it. I got this in an ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible