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  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Dirty Feet At The Lord's Table

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,727 views

    Jesus showed the disciples that they must be servants.

    Introduction: A Opening Story B John 13.1-5 1 Facts that need to brought out as I read . . . a Passover (or eve of Passover) aa Sunday: Palm Sunday bb Monday: Cleansed the Temple cc Tuesday: Arguing with religious leaders dd Wednesday: Day of rest ee Thursday: Lord’s Supper dd 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    ’tis The Season To Worship Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 16, 2010
    based on 29 ratings
     | 9,195 views

    I want us to consider several scriptures in regard to worshiping Christ. 1- In worship we give back to Christ 2- In worship we serve Christ 3- In worship we draw near to God

    INTRO.- Man is worshiping being. We all worship something or someone. ILL. - Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes recently bought a new home in California. One day they were have a heated argument about family finances. (I don’t know why, however) Tom said, "If it weren’t for my money, this house ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do Your Best: Scout Sunday

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 27, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,642 views

    This expository sermon, written for a special Scout Sunday service attended by a troop of local Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, encourages Scouts (and Christians) to do their best in service of Jesus so they will hear, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

    Do Your Best: Scout Sunday Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/3/2012 Most of you are probably familiar with the Boy Scout motto—always be prepared. You might not be as familiar with the Cub Scout motto though, which is—do your best! That’s not just good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Imparting Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014
     | 5,154 views

    SERVING IN GRACE SHARES THE GIFTS FROM THE HOLY SPIRIT THAT HAVE BEEN ENTRUSTED TO YOU

    Romans 1:6-15 – Imparting Spiritual Gifts I. Called of Jesus Christ a. Paul is linking the believers at Rome experience to his own -- "called" b. This is a root word that relates to the church "the called out" ones c. Paul will later talk about calling as part of the process of salvation ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God Doesn't Give Up Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 5, 2013
     | 5,269 views

    We will not always agree on everything, but in this story we see four characters who show us that we are STILL called to work together in unity. (Acts 15:36-41).

    God Doesn't Give Up Acts 15:36-41 Prayers asked for staff – leading well in making future decisions for TCAPL -- Dinner on Sat night to discuss several upcoming things; praying through choices -- Pray for us to hear from God and seek Him in everything we do Introduction The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Anxious To Matter Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 13, 2013
     | 6,798 views

    If you want to live a life that matters, sacrifice, suffer, submit and serve. These are 4 words we don't like very much, because they seem like steps down to obscurity, but in God's Kingdom they are steps up to true greatness.

    The movie, Pearl Harbor, tells the story of two friends, Rafe and Danny, who survive the attack on Pearl Harbor and enter World War II as fighter pilots. In training before the war, Rafe McCawley is one of America's top fighter pilots. When America initially holds back from entering the war, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Serving Attitude Series

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Jul 18, 2009
     | 15,850 views

    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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    Who Is My Neighbor

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,069 views

    the Good Samaritan

    LK 10:25 On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. "Teacher," he asked, "what must I do to inherit eternal life?" 26 "What is written in the Law?" he replied. "How do you read it?" 27 He answered: " `Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Touch For Serving

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 14, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,533 views

    When you are touched by Jesus, you cannot help but wanting to serve Him.

    Intro: Series - Just a Touch is All We need - Matthew 8:2 "And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean. 3 And Jesus put forth his hand, and touched him, saying, I will; be thou clean. And immediately his leprosy was cleansed." This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Priorities, Priorities, Priorities!

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,366 views

    A short sermon looking at the priorities Jesus sets in this Bible reading and asking what our priorities are. My prayer is that His priorities will be ours.

    Priorities, priorities, priorities! I wonder how you react to hearing those three words, or was it one word? Are you thinking ’time management’? Do you have a ’to-do list’? Do you wonder if you have got your priorities right? Would you like more time for those things you consider to be top ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • David Henderson avatar

    Deacons: God's Men For The Hour Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 5, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,555 views

    This message includes an ordination service for our new deacons follwed by them serving their first Lord’s supper. The message is directed to the new deacons and their responsibilities. The text makes it clear why we need deacons and the valuable work

    Deacons: God’s Men for the Hour Acts 6:1-7 We have been studying the book of Acts now for the past ten weeks and it is in this very book that we find the origin of the office of deacon. It is not surprising that deacons were put into place due to problems that had developed in the early church . ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    A Single Verse Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,444 views

    In a single verse, Paul makes a personal declaration of his faith, his service to Christ and the assurance of God’s eternal promise.

    A SINGLE VERSE 03/16/03 AM Text: Philippians 1:21 Introduction In a single verse, Paul makes a personal declaration of his faith, his service to Christ and the assurance of God’s eternal promise. As we consider this verse, let us reflect on our own lives and determine where we stand in light of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    The Message Of Jesus

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 16, 2009
    based on 36 ratings
     | 13,993 views

    1. Salvation is more than just me being forgiven for my sins. 2. The goal of the Christian life is not just salvation, but transformation. 3. We are transformed in order to be God’s transforming agents in the world.

    Several years ago, Carl Reiner and Mel Brooks did a comedy skit called “The 2013 Year Old Man”. In the skit, Reiner interviews Brooks, who is the old gentleman who has lived for over 2000 years. At one point, Reiner asks the old man, “Did you always believe in the Lord?” Brooks replied: “No. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Me-Firstology

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Dec 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,517 views

    When we truly put the kingdom of God and others before ourselves, then the Lord will see to it that we have the things that we need.

    Me-firstology: The “Me First” Mentality 04/30/06 AM Reading: Luke 9:57-62 Introduction [Note: This lesson is adapted from an article entitled “The Me First Syndrome” by Wayne Jackson Christian Courier: Penpoints 11/14/05.] As Jesus went about His earthly ministry, people either wanted to follow ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    Serve Like Jesus

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 4, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 17,052 views

    Followers of Christ should serve as He served.

    [To receive free sermons each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] Mark 10:32-37, 41-45 Luke 22:14-27 John 13:1-5, 12-17 (Notice the how the disciples were constantly seeking greatness while Jesus was constantly seeking to serve.) Jesus gathered with His disciples in an upper room ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist