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  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Pentecost: Birthday Party Or Memorial Service?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 19, 2014
     | 4,788 views

    Has Pentecost become a dim memory of God's past dealing with the church?

    Pentecost: Birthday Party or Memorial Service? Acts 2: 1-41 Introduction Today is Pentecost Sunday on the church calendar. In it we remember the birth of the church when the Holy Spirit descended from heaven and came upon the believers in Jerusalem. In many Schools today, children will cut out ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Service In God’s Kingdom

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 17, 2012
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     | 18,011 views

    We connect with God’s Kingdom and God’s People by getting involved.

    Service in God’s Kingdom September 16, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We connect with God’s Kingdom and God’s People by getting involved. Focus Passage: Romans 12:1-8 Supplemental Passage: But prove yourselves doers of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making The Most Of Your Christian Service Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on May 6, 2013
     | 4,783 views

    Once a person is saved, God’s desire is that we labor for His work. But there is a need for us to “work smart” as we labor in God’s work. Too many believers serve the Lord and are sincere, but they lack understanding, and therefore they aren’t making the

    Making the Most of Your Christian Service Colossians 1:26-29 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Have you ever seen a person who works very hard, and there is lots of activity, but little gets accomplished? Have you ever heard the expression “working smart?” 2. Some people have ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Baptism Service Defining Moments And Choices. Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,389 views

    Baptism Message preached at a baptismal service for 3 church members in September 2012.

    BAPTISM SERVICE Defining Moments and Choices. Each of us has a story of our life. A story made up of events and circumstances, moments and choices. A story that contains good days and not so good days. ____ story is different from _____ and ____. Your story is different from mine, and different ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    David In Saul's Service

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 5, 2019
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    David in Saul's service in 1 Samuel 16:14-23 shows us how the Lord prepared David for his future service.

    Scripture Last week we begin a sermon series on “The Life of David.” David’s story begins in 1 Samuel 16, where we read that God sent Samuel to anoint David as the next king of Israel (16:1-13). When Samuel anointed David as the next king over Israel, David was just a young boy, perhaps as young ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Word Became Flesh (Carol Service)

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 22, 2019
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    The Word Became Flesh (Carol Service) – John chapter 1 verses 1-14 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Word Who Became Flesh (vs 1-3 & 14). (2). The Light Which Dispels Darkness (vs 4-5) (3). The Choice Which Confronts Everyone (vs 11-12). (4). The Gift Which God Gives (vs 14) SERMON BODY: Questions: What do you and your family need for a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Funeral Service For Aged Christian Lady

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 8, 2020
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     | 5,923 views

    Norma was almost 90 years old and a faithful Christian.

    I am the resurrection and the life; he who believes in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live; and whoever lives and believes in me shall never die. John 11:25 Purpose of Funerals 1. Honor a loved one 2. Comfort a family 3. Reconnect with priorities, especially our relationship with God 4. To ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Funeral Service For Aunt Mary Ashley Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 3, 2020
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     | 8,290 views

    Funeral sermon for my grandfather's sister. Saturday, May 18, 2019, in Liberty, TX.

    Funeral Service for Aunt Mary Ashley Welcome Express gratitude on behalf of the family (Acknowledge people coming, cards, flowers, gifts, etc. Offer personal sympathy) Mary Frances Ashley, age 81, of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2019 in the Liberty Health Care Nursing Home. She was born ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    It Takes A Lamb - Good Friday Services Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021
     | 2,888 views

    This is the text of a Good Friday service worked into a series. It featured an on-stage enactment of a Passover Seder, "narrated" by the speaker of the message, explaining the significance of Passover in light of the gospel.

    Introduction: (Scripture read - offstage) Exodus 12:3-14 …This is a day you are to commemorate; for the generations to come you shall celebrate it as a festival to the LORD--a lasting ordinance. Joke - Moses was sitting in the Egyptian ghettos. Things were terrible. Pharaoh wouldn't even ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    There Is Hope In The Resurrection (A Memorial Service)

    Contributed by William Tan Yh on Sep 7, 2020
     | 8,631 views

    When someone we loved passed on to be with the Lord. There may not be answers to the questions we have in our hearts. We received the comfort from the Lord as found in John Chapter 11.

    Dear family and friends of Bro Johnny, We are gathered here to remember our departed brother Johnny. 1) WE CAN HAVE QUESTIONS. The circumstance by which Johnny is taken away from us is indeed very sad. No one had expected Johnny to go home to be with the Lord so suddenly. It has caused our ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Christian Woman Chapel Funeral Service

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 2, 2023
     | 2,344 views

    This message is designed around the song IN THE GARDEN.

    Good morning. This day can be one of sadness and despair but I am reminded from the start of Psalm 30:5 which tells us, “Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.” Here we are at the celebration of life service of someone we loved with all our heart. And we may wonder ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Coming Into Maturity: Grace, Love, And Service

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 28, 2021
     | 1,780 views

    The world may be against us. It most certainly is. But it isn't so bad. God is with us. Of course it's better to be with God. Hopefully we can keep those one in the same. And mainly by not keeping anything, but allowing God to do the "keeping."

    Proverb 29:27 The righteous despise the unjust; the wicked despise the godly. The dichotomy mentioned is Proverb 29:27 is being played out in our culture today. Jesus said the world will hate you. But take heart, I have overcome the world. The world may be against us. It most certainly is. ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Guiding Principles Of Ministry-Service And Love

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 17, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,692 views

    Jesus honored God by always serving others and loving the kingdom of God. All of us will face tremendous pressure from within and without. Our greatest challenge will be responding in such a way that God is glorified.

    Recently I watched a documentary called "The Fake Famous." It highlighted three average “Joes” who manipulate social media by purchasing followers, manipulating algorithms and other technics designed to fool people into believing they were famous and trend setters. Since ministry has gone ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Victory In Service: A Veterans Day Sermon

    Contributed by Mark Sparks on Nov 10, 2023
     | 1,939 views

    Greetings and acknowledgment of Veterans Day. Brief overview of the David and Goliath story as a metaphor for overcoming challenges. Emphasis on the parallels between the courage of veterans and David's bravery.

    Talking Points: 1. The Giants We Face: - Acknowledge the challenges veterans often encounter, both on and off the battlefield. - Connect the metaphorical "Goliaths" in our lives to struggles with PTSD, physical injuries, and societal reintegration. 2. The Armor of God: - ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Most Unusual Funeral Service Ever Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 22, 2024
     | 585 views

    What could be so unusual about a funeral service that it would get our attention? It is known as The Great White Throne Judgement.

    There is nothing pretty about a funeral, but they are necessary. Some people have some strange ideas about funerals. 1. Some want nothing but a graveside service. 2. Some want to be cremated and have their ashes placed in a jar. One man had his ashes flown in a plane and scattered. 3. Some want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist