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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Absalom, Men-Pleaser

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2015
     | 6,533 views

    To show that we have an audience of 1 - the LORD. It's better to get applause from the LORD than from men.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a man pleaser? No, men hate me because I please the LORD. Luke 6:22 (Amplified Bible) 6:22 Blessed (happy—with life-joy and satisfaction in God’s favor and salvation, apart from your outward condition—and to be envied) are you when people despise (hate) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The General Orders Of The Sentry/Church

    Contributed by Kevin Burden on May 28, 2016
     | 5,831 views

    A Memorial Day Message

    THE GENERAL ORDERS OF THE SENTRY / CHURCH There are many conflicts, struggles and wars recorded in the Scriptures. Because of this, God has periodically employed the use of military men to further His divine purposes and plan for the ages (Abraham, Moses, Joshua & Caleb, The Judges, The Kings). ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Defined And Delivered In Love Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016
     | 7,573 views

    If only one word could be used to describe you or your church, what would it be? As believers, many Christian attributes come to mind, but love would rank at the top. The world needs to see a church defined by love.

    Defined and Delivered in Love 1 John 4: 7-10 Our text this evening again deals with the continuing theme of love John has presented throughout this epistle. In fact, the remaining verses of this chapter deal with love. John was originally known as one of the “sons of thunder,” but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power Usage Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 15, 2015
     | 7,451 views

    Don't use your power to benefit yourself at others' expense; use it to benefit others at your expense.

    Just a few years ago (2012), Paul Piff was researching the effect power had on people. So in one study, he had subjects play a two-person game of Monopoly in which power was intentionally skewed: one player was given a wad of cash and the use of both dice; while the other player received only half ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Love By Serving Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 30, 2015
     | 20,760 views

    3 essential characteristics of a servant attitude

    LOVE BY SERVING Bill Wilson pastors an inner city church in New York City. His mission field is a very violent place. He himself has been stabbed twice as he ministered to the people of the community surrounding the church. Once a Puerto Rican woman became involved in the church and was led to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Where Is God In All Of This?" Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 3, 2015
     | 6,386 views

    Rehoboam and the need for servant leadership divide the kingdom. God appears to be distant.

    1 Kings 12:1-17, 25-29 “Where’s God in All of This?” INTRODUCTION Today is All Saints Sunday. It is a day that we remember those faithful disciples of Jesus Christ who have gone before us. We celebrate those who have gone before us who have been more than a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    He Is Able Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 28, 2015
     | 11,972 views

    In the darkest times, God is prepared to accomplish great things to the praise of His glory. He is able.

    “I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that Day what has been entrusted to me.” [1] Unapologetically, the message today is meant for Christians—followers of Christ the Lord. This is appropriate since the text was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You’ve Been Served!! (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 28, 2015
     | 6,917 views

    Our pride so many times keeps us from receiving what Jesus has to offer us!!

    John 13:1-11-Now before the feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that His hour had come that He should depart from this world to the Father, having loved His own who were in the world, He loved them to the end. 2 And supper being ended, the devil having already put it into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Volunteering For Duty

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 21, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 21,577 views

    Isaiah is a model for volunteering. There are many reasons why people volunteer. Isaiah did so for 3 reasons – an appreciation for what God had done for Him,a realization of others' need, and God’s will

    Volunteering for Duty Isaiah 6:1-8 In its simplest definition a volunteer is someone who freely, without any legal obligation, chooses to act in recognition of a need. In Mark 10:45 we read “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prudence Of God's Servant Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 5, 2014
    based on 63 ratings
     | 55,492 views

    A sermon examining the work of Jesus Christ.

    THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ISAIAH A study of Isaiah 53 “The Prudence Of God’s Servant” Concerning Isaian 53, Adam Clarke said “This chapter foretells the sufferings of the Messiah, the end for which he was to die, and the advantages resulting to mankind from that illustrious event…. This chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Love Like A Child Of A King

    Contributed by Tammy Hardwick on Feb 23, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,815 views

    LOVE it is God's GREATEST action but Satan would have you believe it is just a passing emotion. A look into 1 John 3: 11 - 24 and John 13: 1 - 15

    1John 3: 11 – 24 READ To Love Like Jesus, what does this even mean? I dont know about you but every I think about how Christ has and does love me I am completely blown away how do I love like that? Sometimes it is hard enough to like a person ... but to love them? I dont know if you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    While Dying On A Tree

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Mar 20, 2014
    based on 20 ratings
     | 12,390 views

    A Holy Week / pre-Easter sermon about "What Jesus dying on the cross does for us."

    While Dying on a Tree “Then they nailed him to the cross” Mark 15:24 Intro: Today I’m going to talk about what Jesus dying on the cross does for you. As people would walk by the cross, they would look up and see not only the shock and brutality of the crucifixion, but also ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Funeral Sermon For Faithful Saint

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 13, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,552 views

    Dennis ______ lived about 68 years and died after a severe battle with cancer. His life and his Bible (I use the deceased’s Bible to see what was important to them) faith and service were of great value to him.

    "Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. "In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. "If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself, that where I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Cup Of Cold Water Christians

    Contributed by Perry Hancock on Jul 17, 2012
    based on 41 ratings
     | 27,483 views

    Sermon to encourage Christians to serve one another and the world

    (Hand out Peppermints to Congregation) Months ago I was preaching and a few minutes into the sermon I started coughing. I was not aware of it at the time but a man left the sanctuary and came back with a cup of cold water that saved me and the sermon. I knew then that the Lord wanted me to develop ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fear Only The Lord

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 30, 2012
     | 6,436 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you wish to fear human being like you or the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only the LORD GOD deserves our reverential fear IV. TEXT: Isaiah 8:11-13 (New Living Translation, Second

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you wish to fear human being like you or the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only the LORD GOD deserves our reverential fear IV. TEXT: Isaiah 8:11-13 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) The Lord has given me a strong warning not to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal