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  • Grant Gregory avatar

    Without Me You Can Do Nothing!

    Contributed by Grant Gregory on Sep 5, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 41,258 views

    Jesus said that without Him we can do nothing. Our problem is we all put limitations on ourselves and God! It’s time for us to take the limits off of ourselves and off of God!

    Without Me You Can Do Nothing! Text: John 15:5 "I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me and I in Him, the same bringeth forth much fruit, for without me, ye can do nothing." Jesus said,"WITHOUT ME - YOU CAN DO NOTHING!" He is the source- He is everything that we need- The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Steve avatar

    Ministry Is...

    Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 13, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 3,834 views

    Ministry is...Finding, Focusing, Financing, and Fulfilling. Ways we can see ourselves as ministers, and better equip ourselves to perform ministry. A general guideline of a short sermon to a small group such as visitation committee...etc.

    Good morning, I. Thank you II. Illustration-Have everyone stand, and turn to right. Then extend arms and rub each others shoulders. Then reverse to the left. III. Are you aware of what just took place? IV. Illustration explained- “ You over on this end, what happened the first time we were ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Strongter Than Glue Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 24, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,280 views

    Through the cross we have peace--peace with God, ourselves, and most significantly with each other. The cross of Christ breaks through the barriers we erect between ourselves and makes us members of God's family.

    Ephesians 2:11-22 “Stronger than Glue” INTRODUCTION Name calling, character assassination, innuendos, lying and deception—it sounds like presidential politics in the United States. This is not what I am referring to, however. I’m talking about the first official fight ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Called For A Change

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 17, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,640 views

    God has chosen us in and by Jesus to become fully devoted followers of Jesus and to make fully devoted followers of Jesus. We are challenged within ourselves; by God; and from outside of ourselves to accomplish these two goals.

    1. Good to be chosen – Sports/Jobs/Mates/Friends/Elected Politicians – “Chosen by People” 2. God has called us by the gospel (2 Thessalonians 2.14) 3. The gospel call challenges us to transformation in our lives – 1 Thessalonians 1.4-10 4 For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Vic Folkert avatar

    Cross Purposes 3: Mercy And Justice Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 13, 2019
     | 4,156 views

    Why can't God ignore or excuse sin? Sacrifice of atonement (OT background). Righteousness through faith. God is "just and the one who justifies those who have faith in Jesus."

    CROSS PURPOSES 3: Mercy and Justice Crosses are everywhere: Hanging on chains around people’s necks. Tattooed on people’s bodies. Surrounded by artificial flowers along the side of the road, where an accidental death occurred. Lined up in cemeteries, or on grave markers. Towering over churches, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    The Blessed Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 13, 2012
     | 8,804 views

    These beatitudes show how inadequate we are in and of ourselves, that we may see our need of Christ, and in Him be reborn to a blessed life.

    The Blessed Series: Jesus began to preach 04/18/10 AM Text: Matthew 4:17; 5:1-10 Introduction This morning we begin a sermon series on the Sermon on the Mount. This series of messages, titled “Jesus began to preach,” is intended to be practical, providing lessons on applying the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Caging And Killing The Beast Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,519 views

    Final sermon in series on temptation. This deals with the work and grace of God to help us resist and overcome besetting sin.

    KILL OR BE KILLED Part 4-Caging and Killing the Beast October 28, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Did you hear about this one? National Basketball Association Commissioner David Stern announced this week that an internal investigation into the gambling of NBA referees found that all 56 officials had ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    What Will The Resurrection Be Like? And How Can I Be Sure I'm Ready? Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 17, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,640 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to give a simple overview of the resurrection and then give some practical steps to prepare ourselves for it.

    1 Corinthians What Will the Resurrection be Like? And How Can I be Sure That I Will Be Ready? 1 Corinthians 15:20-34 July 20, 2003 Intro: A. [illustration] John G. Paton, a nineteenth-century missionary to the South Seas met opposition to leaving his home in Scotland and going to preach to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    Until Then

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 26, 2006
    based on 78 ratings
     | 51,098 views

    This sermon shares principles in how to live "until" our situation improves. In teaches us to be obedient where we find ourselves.

    Have you ever made this statement: I cannot wait until…..? Here are some of the possibilities of how we might finish the sentence. • I cannot wait until I am in a better job. • I cannot wait until school is out. • I cannot wait until I am finished with school. • I cannot wait until I feel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Petticrew avatar

    The Temple Incident

    Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,608 views

    Jesus actions in the temple demonstrate that we have a responsibility to reach out and not just to make things comfortable for ourselves.

    The story we read today is an interesting one. It’s one that doesn’t really fit with the picture of Jesus that we usually think about. How does a loving Jesus, who goes around teaching good morals, fit with this violent figure who disrupts a market place, stops temple worship and causes chaos. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Leaving God Out Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 1, 2017
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,194 views

    It seems like a no brainer for believers to include God in every aspect of life? So what would cause a believer to leave God out? Our Family Minister, Scott Jewell explores some of the excuses people use in this message.

    Read Hebrews 11:8-12 Each week, we have a group of ministers that meet over lunch to encourage each other and sometimes we plan sermon series together. This month we’re focusing on obstacles to healthy relationships. Last week, Jeff spoke about only giving the leftovers, today I want to discuss ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Eating Humble Pie And Loving It! Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 13, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,376 views

    Jesus teaches a lesson on the Christian Virtue of Genuine Christ like Humility. He tells us that A. We can possess a life of humility. B. First we have to see ourselves realistically C. We have to see ourselves in Him - In Christ.

    Scripture: Luke 14:1-14 (cf. verses 7-11) Theme: Table Talks about Humility Title: Eating Humble Pie and loving it! Proposition: Jesus teaches a lesson on Humility. He tells us that 1. We can possess a life of humility. 2. First we have to see ourselves realistically 3. We have to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    The Goodness Of God Through Creation Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 14, 2020
     | 5,352 views

    The best w,ay to think of good and do good is remind ourselves of the goodness of God which is clear in His Creation.

    As many of you know, I prefer sharing a message chapter by chapter of a Bible Book, trying to make sure we look at passages in context. But because we are dealing with a pandemic and dealing with social and political issues lately, we have been doing topical messages. I will continue with topical ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Doug Morrell avatar

    The Power Of Giving

    Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 23,426 views

    Whether good seed or bad, in season or out, to overcome problems, reach your destiny and potential, become fruitful, to be renewed in mind, body and spirit, we must follow God’s seedtime and harvest principle.

    We excuse ourselves from the great privilege, honor and duty of seeding into the Kingdom of God when we assign to others that which is clearly our responsibility. God founded the principle of seedtime and harvest: "As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Give Ye Them To Eat

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 12, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 15,225 views

    There are so many near us who are dying spiritually, physically, emotionally, and we have the bread of life. But we must give it to them

    GIVE YE THEM TO EAT Setting: Tired, Looking for rest, Followed by the crowd) Jesus comes out and begins to teach. Its late, They haven’t eaten, they haven’t had any private time with Jesus, They’re tired. When you’re tired and hungry and emotionally drained it’s easy to be a little cranky, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal