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    Unwrapping The Gifts Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Feb 21, 2009
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     | 7,305 views

    God has given everyone spiritual gifts. Our job is to discover and develop those gifts so that we can be a blessing to others. This illustrated message is an overview of the gifts in Romans 12.

    DISCOVERING YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS #3: UNWRAPPING THE GIFTS OPENING: Discuss Beausejour Blades hockey game this past Friday night. Why did they lose? No teamwork, no training, no tenacity / passion. What’s our win as a church? Why are we here in our community? Our vision is to become a centre ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Be Like A Father

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 12, 2013
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    To teach that we need to be like our FATHER GOD in all ways.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you like a father to your members? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To teach that we need to be like our FATHER GOD in all ways. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 (Amplified Bible) For you know how, as a father [dealing with] his children, we used to exhort ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lord Make Me A Good Preacher PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Explore the power of making right choices, the importance of listening to God's Word, and the responsibility we hold as bearers of the Gospel, using Acts 15:22-35 as a guide.

    Good morning, church family! I'm excited to dive into God's Word with you today. We're going to explore the power of making the right choices, the importance of truly listening to God's Word, and the immense responsibility we hold as bearers of the Gospel - hefty stuff, I know. But don't worry, ...read more

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    Faithful In Parenting Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 21, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,559 views

    To be considered faithful as parents we must have the right target and use the right tactics.

    Introduction: A. Allow me to begin with a short poem by Michael Hodgin: Child-raising theories did abound, before my children were around. Then one day I had my own, now all those theories I disown. Energy was once my friend, now I am at my strength’s end. Fortune gone, the fridge is clean, my ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fighting Fear With Fear Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 28, 2018
     | 5,942 views

    Message 12 in our Judges series. This is the third message dealing with the topic of fear.

    Judges Series #12 Life Cycles “Understanding and Handling Fear” Pt 3 (Trust More Fearless) Review In our study of Judges, we have discovered that God powerfully enlists the most unlikely to accomplish the impossible, even the fearful and timid. Some of the words associated with fear. The Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Fighting Fear With Fear Pt 4 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 28, 2018
     | 3,495 views

    This continues our topical excursion in our Judges Series this is the 4th of 7 messages on the subject.

    Judges Series #13 Life Cycles “Facing Fear” Pt 4 (Trust More Fearless) Review Everyone experiences fear from time to time. Fear is a tangible involuntary reaction to a perceived or actual threat to my well-being that is either present or potential that requires some sort of intentional ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Someone With Skin

    Contributed by Rich Young on Mar 10, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 4,849 views

    Guidelines from Paul for getting along with others.

    Someone with Skin TEXT: Phil 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION · In a parable she has written, Karen Mains describes the following wedding: DOWN IN FRONT STANDS THE GROOM IN A SPOTLESS TUXEDO - HANDSOME, SMILING, FULL OF ANTICIPATION, SHOES SHINED, EVERY HAIR IN PLACE, ANXIOUSLY AWAITING THE PRESENCE OF HIS ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Dangers Of Unbelief Series

    Contributed by Matthew Cook on Apr 19, 2005
    based on 57 ratings
     | 19,637 views

    Warnings about Disobedience Brought About by Faithlessness

    The Dangers of Unbelief April 17, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction Present the following illustration on belief: People refuse to believe that which they don’t want to believe, in spite of evidence. When explorers first went to Australia they found a mammal which laid eggs; spent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Running The Christian Race

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
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    The Christian life is often likened to a race. It requires discipline, perseverance, and a focus on the prize that lies ahead.

    RUNNING THE CHRISTIAN RACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Galatians 5:7, James 1:12 INTRODUCTION The Christian life is often likened to a race. It requires discipline, perseverance, and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Service -- A Mark Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 30, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,546 views

    One of the Seven Marks of Discipleship is service in and beyond the congregation.

    (Preface note to the reader: Our church elders identified 7 Marks of Discipleship. Six are suggested by Michael Foss in his book, "Power Surge." To his six, we added the seventh -- Evangelism. These marks are: Spiritual Friendships, Serve Others in and beyond the congregation, Pray Daily, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Work In Progress Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 6, 2007
     | 4,157 views

    Discipleship is the process of transformation

    A Work In Progress Matthew 28:19 – 20; 2 Timothy 3:16-17 June 10, 2007 Matthew 28:19-20 “Go to the people of all nations and make them my disciples. Baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and teach them to do everything I have told you. I will be with you always, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Leave A Legacy Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 13, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,745 views

    In this message the example of Paul is used to show us how we can leave a legacy of faith to those who come behind us

    INTRODUCTION * Think of the people who’ve made a lasting impact on your life (i.e., grandparent, teacher, close friend, etc.) * Why we remember them: they made a significant impression upon us and did something that changed our lives - they left a legacy * We’re always thankful for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Minister One To Another

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 26, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,967 views

    This messager describes several ways we carry out the command to "Minister One to Another."

    Minister One to Another Romans 12:3-5 Ecc. 4:9-10 I Thess 5:11 The Apostle Paul in his writings teaches that we are to “minister to one another.” One of the hardest times in my life was when I started high school in a new city, Sterling, Kansas. I moved from Gypsum to Sterling a city four times ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Mastering My Mouth: Part Ii Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,327 views

    This second part focus’ on Proverbs practical wisdom in using our tongue positively.

    For those who might be joining us for the first time our current series of sermons has been focusing on God’s wisdom in the book of Proverbs, which was written by one of the wisest persons who ever lived, Solomon. God wants us to grow in wisdom which basically means we are able to consistently ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Super-Dads: Father's Day 2013

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Sep 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,949 views

    He might not have super strength or be able to leap tall buildings in a single bound, but dads are their kids first superheroes! This Father's Day sermon explores three characteristics of Super-Dads! PowerPoint is available.

    FATHER’S DAY: SUPER DADS Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/16/2013 Well, let me start out today by saying “Happy Father’s Day” to all of our Dads. One little boy, when asked to explain about Father’s Day, said, “It’s just like ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church