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  • Dino Rizzo avatar

    The Twelve, Part 4

    Contributed by Dino Rizzo on May 7, 2009
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     | 5,871 views

    This is part three of a seven-part series on Jesus’ disciples and the principles of discipleship. This message focuses on Bartholomew, James, Thaddeus and Simon.

    I want you to imagine for a few minutes that you have been invited to the White House and the President is having lunch with you. You are sitting in on his cabinet meeting and they are talking about some foreign issues and they are dealing with some internal issues. They have brought lunch in and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dealing With Tensions And Conflicts In Churches And Church Organisations – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 14, 2024
     | 868 views

    Every church at one time has tensions in it, but what causes them and importantly, how can we deal with them? I have chosen a number of problem areas gathered from my experience in churches and we examine them. I hope they are of some help.

    DEALING WITH TENSIONS AND CONFLICTS IN CHURCHES AND CHURCH ORGANISATIONS – AS I UNDERSTAND IT OVER 65 YEARS – PART 1 [A]. INTRODUCTION This coverage will apply not only to the church fellowship of believers, but also to any committee, business meeting, or ministry operating in or by a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Leading By Example Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 16,830 views

    Today we’re going to look at the second half of the list of qualifications for Elders from Titus 1:8-9 and then we’re going to take a brief look at the role of Deacons in the church.

    Today is my 25th birthday! Some of you look skeptical because you’re sure I’m older than that. Through the witness of my college roommate, I was born spiritually on October 3rd, 1979. Actually, I wish I acted older than I am. While I’m thankful for all the changes that Christ has made in my life, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Greene avatar

    Get Real

    Contributed by Steve Greene on Oct 23, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 13,390 views

    A challenege to authentic Christian living.

    Get Real! ¡§The Challenge to Authentic Christian Living¡¨ Have you noticed how sometimes when you purchase something with a $20 or $50 bill the cashier will often take a marker and draw a line on that bill? They are checking the bill for authenticity? They want to know if it is real or if it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Hugh W. Davidson avatar

    The Party Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,589 views

    THe reaction to Lazarus rising from the dead.

    The party John 11: 47- 57 I heard an interesting story last week. Apparently this pastor had just finished his message, said the closing prayer and went to the door to greet everyone and thank them for coming and of course to hear what they had to say ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Bradford avatar

    God Is Big Enough!

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,381 views

    This sermon illustraites that God is Big Enough to handle all our pain; all our sorrow; all our brudens!

    In the book The Shack, by William P. Young, (a book I highly recommend reading) (especially if you have ever been angry with God over a hurt, or loss) a conversation takes place between the central character of “Mack” and Jesus… Jesus asks Mack “do you think humans are ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "A Dinner To Honor Jesus"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 8, 2010
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     | 6,930 views

    Great love and great hatred displayed at the same table

    Jesus, therefore, six days before the Passover, came to Bethany where Lazarus was, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 So they made Him a supper there, and Martha was serving; but Lazarus was one of those reclining at the table with Him. 3 Mary then took a pound of very costly perfume of pure ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Jefferson Williams avatar

    Teamwork Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 22, 2022
     | 4,025 views

    Paul lists ten ministry partners at the end of his letter and we can learn from each one how to be All In for the Gospel Mission

    Above All: Colossians 4:7-18 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-21-2022 Dream Teams I asked a question on Facebook this week, “what have been some of the greatest teams of all time?” Here are some of the answers: The 1992 Dream Team The 1927 Yankees The 2016 Cubs The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The War In Israel Our Duty And Responsibility

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 15, 2023
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     | 4,735 views

    We should pray for the peace of Israel as Psalms 122:-6-7 says We should pray that the hostages are safe and returned to their families without harm. Pray that both the Palestinians and the Jews can stop fighting and try to live in harmony. Pray that the fighting stops.

    The War in Israel Our Duty and Responsibility By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - The Bible says, Hosea 4:6 “My people are destroyed for the lack of knowledge”. No doubt last Sunday Morning and for sure this Sunday churches all over will be saying “Let’s pray for Israel”, because on last ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Lou Nicholes avatar

    Pressure

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Oct 13, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,641 views

    Do I ever feel like I am in a pressure cooker, or that I am being pulled and pushed in every direction? Well, I can respond like Herod. I can be manipulated by it to the point where I am forced to make decisions contrary to what I know is right. Or I can

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The Hope College Women’s basketball team had made it to the national playoffs. The final game saw Hope 20 points behind with 10 minutes left to play. The team remained calm and began to narrow the gap. Then with just 5 seconds remaining, a 3 point basket tied the game. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Todd avatar

    Strengthened By A Limp Series

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,867 views

    Jacob’s attempt to receive God’s blessing by his own devious devices is finally halted by a direct encounter with God.

    Genesis 32 January 17, 2004 I can hardly believe that the last time we looked together into the book of Genesis was October 5. We need to remind ourselves of where we are in the narrative. Isaac and Rebekkah have two sons - Esau and Jacob Esau is the older but God picks Jacob to be the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eric Hanson avatar

    Don't Wear The Clothes

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 24, 2015
     | 2,795 views

    Standing for the truth while maintaining Christlikeness

    Some Notes for “Don’t Wear the Clothes” April 12, 2015/ Eric J. Hanson Scriptures: Psalm 2 II Timothy 3:10-14 Review earlier message on overseas “Hard Persecution” Here is a quick update on some of this in the last 2 months. In the U.S., we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Neal Gracey avatar

    Be A Member

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Jun 13, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,768 views

    Be A Member. We are one body; the SAME body, but as different members of the body. Not different bodies; one body!

    Happy "Be A Member" Saturday, Everyone! Hi all. Are you a member of anything? I'm a member of a hunting camp. I used to be a member of the electrical union. I used to be a member of the Boy Scouts. I am a member of First Baptist Church of Saltillo PA. What about you; are you a member of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Calling The Sheep To Return Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 14, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,223 views

    It is a priority for us to call those who have left the Church to return to fellowship and the sacraments.

    Monday of 20th Week in Course August 16, 2010 You Shall Be My Witnesses The people of the Old Covenant were twice exiled from Judea. To this first group, stuck in Babylon, the priest Ezekiel was sent as a prophet. A mime prophet. He acted out in his life the reality of exile, suffering, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Why Me?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 2, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,088 views

    Meeting between Mary and Elizabeth

    Why me? Luke 1: 39 – 45 Intro: Burl Ives – “Have A Holly, Jolly Christmas” It’s the best time of the year. I don’t know if there’ll be snow, but have a cup of cheer. Have a holly, jolly Christmas; and when you walk down the street say hello to friends you know and everyone you meet. Oh ho, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed