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  • Lou Nicholes avatar

    Giving

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Apr 6, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,484 views

    In this passage, Paul answers a question the Corinthian believers had asked about a collection he was taking for the poor and then shares his personal travel plans. The Corinthians had apparently heard from the Galatian churches that he was taking an offe

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: On the way home from church the father was complaining, "That church service, the sermon was too long, the music was too loud and the building was too hot." His son in the back seat replied, "I don’’t know, Dad, I thought it was a pretty good show for a buck." (Source ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lou Nicholes avatar

    Stewardship

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,990 views

    One of the things in Christian circles that tends to be done in a careless manner is the handling of money. The apostle Paul in this passage organizes the collection of funds for the saints in Jerusalem so that it will be managed honestly and faithfully.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A man had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. He could receive little company and was to avoid excitement. While in the hospital a rich uncle died and left him a million dollars. His family wondered how to break the news to him with the least amount of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Claim, A Job, A Promise

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 15, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,003 views

    Being a responsible disciple of Christ Jesus and what that entails in our contemporary living is the theme of this sermon.

    A Claim, A Job, A Promise – Matthew 28:11-20 Intro: A man walked up to a vending machine, put in a coin, pressed the buttons labeled, “coffee, double cream, sugar.” No cup appeared, but the nozzles went into action sending forth coffee, cream and sugar. After the proper amounts had gone down the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Tasks Of A Missionary

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 28, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
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    Paul’s goal in visiting various churches: To encourage and strengthen the saints so that they may stay true to the Lord and be effective witness. And to finish taking up the collections for the needy believers in Jerusalem.

    Introduction Illustration: A Missionary in Africa was once asked if he really liked what he was doing. His response was shocking. "Do I like this work?" he said. "No, my wife and I do not like dirt. We have reasonably refined sensibilities. We do not like crawling into vile huts through goat ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Douglas Wood avatar

    The Great Promise

    Contributed by Douglas Wood on Oct 29, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,470 views

    The great promise is one that Jesus gave to all people.

    In this day and time, we as Christian’s and non-Christian’s alike, tend to make promise’s to our friends, to our co-workers, and to our family’s. Now I know for the most part, we all try to keep our promise, and for the most part we do. But, there is always that {something} Thatcomes up. Then we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Stephen Todd avatar

    Baby Dedication

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 11, 2003
    based on 136 ratings
     | 24,399 views

    This message gives some practical advice to parents who are dedicating themselves to raising their children.

    Baby Dedication June 22, 2002 1. Treat our children as blessings not burdens. Psalm 127 Do you believe that? There are too many parents today for whom children are something other than a blessing from God. Maybe part of that is that we see more and more parents having children for the wrong ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Then The Soldiers..."

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Apr 20, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 2,271 views

    The horror of the Cross. The sneer of the crowd. The last words spoken by Jesus. Each of these had their place, but, what about what Jesus heard before He died? What will be the last words He hears from you!

    "Then the soldiers..." John 19:23a Introduction I. Mel Gibson recently confronted us all with the last twelve hours of Jesus life. From the walk to the horror of the Cross. A cruel way for a man to die? Yes, necessary, absolutely if our sins were to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Risen With Christ Series

    Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003
    based on 23 ratings
     | 6,996 views

    The seventh message in a nine part series from Colossians. This message deals with Christ’s resurrection and the power we received from it.

    Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Colossians 3:1-4 Title: Risen With Christ Date: August 18, 2002 Introduction: “If” is the biggest little word in the world. The “if” of our test determines heaven or hell. The “if” of our text demands that believers walk their talk. Paul tells us here that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    Seize The Moment

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 15, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,430 views

    This sermon encourages believers to seize the ministry opportunities they are given.

    Are you seizing the opportunities God lays before you? In Phil. 4 we find a group of people who seized the opportunity they were given. Paul had written the Philippian Christians to thank them for their loyal support of his ministry. He said "I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at last your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Failure Is Not Fatal Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 3, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 7,094 views

    An exposition of Mark 6 focusing on Jesus’ "failure" to teach at Nazareth and what he actually taught to us in the process.

    Failure Is Not Fatal Mark 6:1–13 INTRODUCTION Jesus taught a lesson in everything that he did during his earthly ministry. During both good times and bad, Jesus taught. In the text of Mark 6 we see Jesus using failure to teach us a lesson. MAIN BODY I. Accepting Failure Mark 6:1–5 A. Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    How To Press On Toward The Goal Of The Christian Life

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 16, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,524 views

    This passage draws out six keys to reaching the goal of our walk with Christ.

    Analogy: Our walk with Christ is like a journey through the woods. How To Press On Toward The Goal Of The Christian Life: Questions to ask. . . 1. Do I know what my destination is? - v. 12 - “press on.” - v. 13 - “one thing I do.” - v. 14 - “I press on.” - v. 21 - The goal: to be like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Reading

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 8, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,384 views

    A reading I did for our Christmas program

    He was given a name, that was greater and grander than any other names in the world. He was given a name that is deeper than depth, higher than height, and wider than width. He was given a name that put activity to the legs of a lame man at Bethesda He was given a name that brought sight to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Advent And Christmas: A Key Message For The World

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 10, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,235 views

    This very short talk makes use of a brilliant video made by Igniter Media, and focuses on the fact that the message of Jesus is a Key message for the whole world

    Would you agree that Christmas is a time of year when a very important message to the world can easily get buried or missed? Would you agree we can get so excited about 1: Mince Pies 2: Mum’s Christmas Turkey 3: Marks and Spencer’s food 4: Mulled Wine and – most of all 5: My ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Rick Boyne avatar

    From The Cradle To The Cross

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Dec 26, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,588 views

    Jesus’ mission to Earth did not stop at the cradle, or even the cross; He will return with a crown.

    From the Cradle to the Cross December 23, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus’ mission to Earth did not stop at the cradle, or even the cross; He will return with a crown. Focus Passage: Luke 2:1-20 Supplemental Passage: He who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Pell avatar

    Finding The Right Way

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 22, 2013
     | 4,483 views

    To remind the children that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven.

    CHILDREN’S SERMON “Finding the Right Way” Sermon Objective: To remind the children that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven. Props: A map Hi everyone! It is great to see you today. Whew! I was worried! I was worried that maybe you wouldn’t be here today … I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene