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  • Shawn Rose avatar

    How To Help Others

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 18, 2009
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    There are millions of people in the world that need help. Are you willing to help some of them? If so, here’s some things to remember.

    How to Help Others Text: Matthew 7:1 – 12 I. Introduction · US population = 299 million · 211 million do not claim to be Christian · 600,000 are homeless · 14 million addicted to alcohol · Between 13 and 14 million depressed · Over 950,000 divorces this year · Almost 1,400,000 new cases of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's In It For Me?

    Contributed by Joel Smith on May 18, 2009
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    If you will live for Christ like no one else, later you can live with Christ like no one else.

    Today I speak to you as a free man. School is out for summer. I haven’t had this much freedom since I was a teenager. It’s been a good year, though. Not only have I learned to rely on God and witnessed more of His faithfulness, I learned a lot about my subject areas. I was truly challenged ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Salutation Of First Corinthians Series

    Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 16, 2009
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    This sermon is an exposition of 1 Cor 1.1-3

    The Salutation of First Corinthians Text: 1 Cor 1.1-3 Introduction: 1. Motivation is a huge factor in determining how successful we will be at anything we attempt. Illustration: A teenager lost a contact lens while playing basketball in his driveway. After a fruitless search, he told his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Matthew Is Called ... And So Are You!

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 21, 2008
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    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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    Fruit-- Bearing

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 25, 2008
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    A message on our responsibilities for service.

    FRUIT-BEARING John 15:1-14 INTRO: Anyone who has ever done any farming or gardening, knows what it means for a tree or vine to bear fruit. We all know how much work is involved to bring forth good fruit. If we let the vine grow wild, chances are we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is Your Brother/Sister/Neighbor Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 24, 2009
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     | 6,613 views

    We are people who live in community. Cain didn’t realize that and saw his brother as competition rather than a companion.

    Genesis 4:1-16 “Where is Your Brother/Sister/Neighbor” INTRODUCTION The neighborhood is changing and expanding. Technologies like the internet and cell phones have broken down boarders far more effectively than any invading army. Traditionally closed societies like China and Iran have ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Who Do You Say I Am Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 24, 2009
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     | 10,358 views

    Saying that Jesus is our Lord and Savior demands that we back up our words with actions.

    Matthew 16: 13-20 “Who Do You Say I Am” INTRODUCTION During the past four weeks, we have been attempting to pose questions rather than provide answers. It is helpful at times to ask ourselves hard questions. They help us get our bearings and make sure that we are headed along the path that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Serving Attitude Series

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Jul 18, 2009
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    The first in a five part series on having the attitude of Jesus, Jesus came to serve.

    ATTITUDE! (part one, serving like Christ) (ALL my sermons use illustrations from sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) In five weeks, I will preach my last sermon! Well, perhaps my last sermon, only God truly knows what He has in store for my life. I know we just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Measuring Our Faith

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 2, 2009
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    I will never forget what Missionary Bill Lewis told me on my last night in Tanzania in 1963.

    MEASURING OUR FAITH “I beseech (urge) you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable (and spiritual) service.” Romans 12:1 I will never forget what Missionary Bill Lewis told me on my last night in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    So Little Time, So Much To Do

    Contributed by Anne Benefield on Mar 5, 2009
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    We have all received grace upon grace; therefore, we are called to share our talents just as Peter’s mother-in-law did.

    So Little Time, So Much to Do Isaiah 40:27-31; Mark 1:29-39 Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, February 8, 2009 Introduction: We continue with the first chapter of Mark. As always, Mark tells the story well and fast. His favorite word is “immediately.” There is very little ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Right Place At The Right Time Series

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 14, 2009
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     | 16,227 views

    Is it all just a matter of luck or chance? How can I find my way and change my mediocre life into one that is marvelous?

    The Right Place at The Right Time Genesis 27:1-26 Hebrews 11:20 As a Pastor I have a sacred trust with God. I have been entrusted to give you the good news about Jesus Christ. I have also been entrusted to lead you to green pastures that are lush with every kind of spiritual food necessary to help ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Biblical Model For Serving God Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Mar 17, 2009
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     | 8,264 views

    All Christians are gifted and expected to use that gift. Not all service is pleasing to the One who gifted us, however!

    Note: Narrative is not normative, but see II Thess. 3:9 A BIBLICAL MODEL FOR MINISTRY I THESS 2:1-12 1. Illus. of my call into ministry • Knew God had called me to this work. 2. You may not realize it, but if you are a Christian God has called you to be a minister too! God’s plan is this: He gives ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Demons Shriek And Sufferers Weep"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 10, 2010
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     | 4,272 views

    A sermon for Transfiguration of the Lord Sunday.

    Luke 9:28-43 “Demons Shriek and Sufferers Weep” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN A friend of mine told me about a time, many years ago, when he and his family were tramping up Sharp Top Mountain in Bedford County, Virginia. His daughter was ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Being Thankful For The Opportunity To Serve

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 22, 2010
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     | 8,978 views

    This message was preached as part of a series dealing with thankfulness, and looks at our being thankful for the privilege of serving.

    BEING THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE MATT 25: 14-16,35;28:19-20 Matthew 25:14-16 "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. 15 To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Are You Doing With What You Have Been Given?

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 27, 2010
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     | 7,142 views

    2nd part of 2 part series on “Using What God Has Given You.”

    I begin this morning where I left off last Sunday, with this quote from Richard Stearns: (Slide 1) “Someone once said, “God does not call the equipped; He equips the called.” Saying that we are not clever enough, good enough, or talented enough to serve God is just making ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God