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  • Ed Wood avatar

    The Call To Discipleship

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 18,659 views

    A message on discipleship.

    THE CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP John 1:43-45; Mark 1:16-20; 2:13-14 INTRO: These three Scripture passages contain the calls of four of Jesus’ twelve disciples. Certain truths leap out of the passages. The first thing to notice is that Jesus issues the call to discipleship. In the Greek, the calls of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nah-Yeah

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 20, 2020
     | 2,948 views

    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32.

    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32. Authority Matthew 21:23 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peter Teaches Us To Walk On Water

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 11, 2023
     | 2,290 views

    Peter's attempt at walking on water shows us two powerful lessons about our own faith!

    FAITH REQUIRES FEARLESSNESS! FAITH CALLS FOR US TO PUT AWAY OUR FEARS AND TO EMBRACE RADICAL OBEDIENCE SO THAT WE CAN TAKE OUR FIRST STEPS AWAY FROM “SELF” AND HEAD IN THE DIRECTION GOD WANTS TO LEADS US. FAITH EXPECTS US TO ABANDON SELF, HUMAN UNDERSTANDING, LOGIC, DOUBT, AND DISTRACTIONS. OUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    God Of Covenant Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025
     | 327 views

    The God of Covenant is dependable, unchanging, and eternally faithful. His covenants are not rooted in emotions or temporary actions—they are established on His character and His Word.

    GOD OF COVENANT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 17:1-8 Supporting Texts: Exodus 2:24, Deuteronomy 7:9, Hebrews 8:6, Psalm 89:34, Jeremiah 31:31-34 INTRODUCTION: God is a covenant-keeping God. Throughout Scripture, He is revealed as One who binds Himself by promises to His people. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Heaven's Party Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002
    based on 90 ratings
     | 8,898 views

    Part 9 of 10 of the series, Supernatural Transformation. Three stories about something lost and something found reveal when Christ is the happiest. Jesus is happiest when the lost are found. How does this affect your life?

    HEAVEN’S PARTY Luke 15:1-32 Read at beginning of service: Psalm 96:1-3 (NIV) 1 Sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth. 2 Sing to the LORD, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. 3 Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Live A Joy Filled Life

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 4, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,147 views

    Joy is one of the characteristics that the world lacks and Christians who possess joy have the potential of a strong witness in the world.

    Acts 3:1-10 “How To Live A Joy Filled Life” INTRODUCTION What is the difference between joy and excitement? When we become excited, are emotions are stimulated from outside of us. When we experience joy, we have an intense pleasurable emotion that is inwardly motivated. Joy is one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    3 Kinds Of Tongues Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,087 views

    Showing the kinds of toungues in the Bible.

    Title: Three kinds of Tongues Theme: To show the three kinds of tongues in the Bible and show the importance of each. Text: 1 Cor 14:1-2 Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy. For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Why Did Jesus Tell People To Stay Quiet About The Miracles?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 25, 2014
     | 10,925 views

    It's a curious thing: Jesus regularly instructed people to keep quiet about the miracle He'd done for them. This passage provides insight into why Jesus did that.

    A LINGERING QUESTION: Why did Jesus tell people to stay quiet about the miracles? - Matthew 9:31. - This is something that happens repeatedly throughout the gospels: Jesus does a miracle and then instructs the healed not to share what happened. - It’s hard to understand: wouldn’t you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pressing To The End PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 916 views

    Explore the authority of Christ, the audacity of the Pharisees, and the call for believers to persist in their faith.

    Good morning, Church family! I'm feeling particularly moved today as we dive into a powerful passage from the Gospel of Matthew. This passage is like a complex painting, with layers upon layers of deep, spiritual meaning. It speaks about the authority of Christ, the audacity of the Pharisees, and ...read more

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    Unyielding Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,175 views

    Highlight the transformative power of unwavering faith and determination, even in the face of rejection, as demonstrated by the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:21-28.

    Well, good morning, everyone! Today, we're going to dive into a story found in Matthew 15:21-28 that shines a light on the transformative power of an unyielding faith - even when it seems like all the odds are stacked against you. It's a story about a woman who, despite rejection, never wavered in ...read more

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    Baptism PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,398 views

    Explore the significance of baptism in the Wesleyan tradition, emphasizing its role as an introduction into the church, a call to unity among believers, and a commitment to live a life worthy of our Christian calling.

    Good morning, Church. We gather here today to delve into the rich and significant topic of baptism, a cornerstone in our Christian life. As we unpack this sacrament, we'll be exploring its meaning in the Wesleyan tradition, its significance in our Christian walk, and the call to unity it brings. To ...read more

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    Fire Shut Up In My Bones

    Contributed by David Dailey on Jul 5, 2001
    based on 389 ratings
     | 86,107 views

    If you have cooled down spiritually. refire

    Jeremiah 20:9 Then I said, I will not make mention of Him nor speak any more in His name. But His Word was in mine heart as a burning fire shut up in my bones and I was weary with forbearing and I could not stay. Jeremiah had become discouraged in verse 7 he said, Lord everyone mocketh me. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    #8waiting With A Fire In My Bones Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 11, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,848 views

    As we wait there is a great danger of not stirring the fire in our bones.

    WAITING WITH A FIRE IN MY BONES? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #8 1. Waiting and Patience -- the dirty words? ;  2. Habakkuk’s Waiting Room;  3. Danger of waiting and spiritual rust; 4. The five levels of waiting;  5. Waiting with Joy and gladness  6. Long waits and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 9 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 9, 2018
     | 3,645 views

    This message focuses on Romans 12:15-16.

    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 9 Scriptures: Romans 12:15-16 This message is the conclusion of my series “A Living Sacrifice To God.” In this message we will look at verses fifteen and sixteen. Some of you know that I like the cartoon “Calvin and Hobbes” by Bill Watterson. If you have ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "People That Don't Get It"

    Contributed by Scott Jordan on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,460 views

    A sermon about those who miss spiritual living

    "People That Don’t Get It" Mark 8:4-20 I. How would you know if you don’t "get it" spiritually? A.. 3 signs of people that don’t get it 1. They ignore the warning signs of God 2. They initiate worry 3. They become insensitive to the ...read more

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