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  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    You Might Be A Great Servant If...

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 13, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 17,510 views

    This sermon examines the life of John the Baptist as a model of servanthood and challenges the listener to look for those qualities in himself.

    Introduction: One of the features of the Bible that I love is how people basically haven’t changed much in the past 6,000 years. Jn 3 shows that well. First, open to Mk 9:33ff, a scene 2 years later. Just kind follow along with me there. The disciples are on the road to Capernaum, having an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ron Murphy avatar

    Growing In Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Mar 12, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,279 views

    If we truly want to grow in our relationship with Christ, we must allow Him to deal with the issue of pride.

    Introduction: I. I would like to begin this morning, by asking you, “What is the most difficult thing you have every undertaken to accomplish?” A. As you think about that question, maybe your mind goes to, 1. The workplace, a. Maybe a difficult task that your boss gave you, or b. Maybe ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    A Glorious Decline Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 27, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,930 views

    The nobility of John the Baptist submission to God’s plan for his life is contrasted with Lucifer’s ambitions for prominence. The value of a healthy appreciation for the sovereignty of God is considered.

    A Glorious Decline Fortifying the Foundations # 8 John 3:22-36 Intro: When we say the word “down”, what kind of thoughts go through your mind?—down and out, down under, down hearted, a downer. By and large “down” is considered negative. In contrast, “up” sounds real good.—up and coming, upper ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • James May avatar

    God Gives The Increase

    Contributed by James May on Jun 1, 2008
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,787 views

    John said, "He must increase, I must decrease." If the church would discover that lesson and live by it, there’s no limit to where God can take his church.

    God Gives the Increase Sunday, June 01, 2008 – AM By Pastor Jim May Since 1999, when Victory Temple was first formed as a church, God began to let me have dreams and visions of the church that seemed so impossible to me at that time. In those days we were still in that little store front rental ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rodney Fry avatar

    He Must Become Greater, I Must Become Less

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 4, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 12,877 views

    While John was at the peak of his career, Jesus appeared on the scene and the crowds, who had once streamed out of the villages to follow John, began to follow Jesus instead. As John watched them go, his only response was, “He must become greater, I must

    Disclaimer Please note that all my sermons come from the Lord. But I get my info from many sources from my library and other sources. I do not claim all material as my originality. I don’t quote all sources but I give credit to the Lord who is the author of all sermons. “All originality and no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Noah Balcombe avatar

    A Leader Is A Hero

    Contributed by Noah Balcombe on Oct 26, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,813 views

    A leader should be a hero. Best sermon on what a hero/leader is like.

    A Leader Is A Hero HERO Def: 1 a : a mythological or legendary figure often of divine descent endowed with great strength or ability b : an illustrious warrior c : a man admired for his achievements and noble qualities d : one that shows great courage 2 a : the principal male character in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Henderson avatar

    Finding True Greatness

    Contributed by David Henderson on May 25, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,764 views

    How do we define greatness? We often look to the world for this defintion. We look for popularity, power and to other people. We must look at the right source....JESUS!

    “Finding True Greatness” John 3:22-36 There are certain words we use that have a variety of meanings depending on how they are used. For example the word “fast” carries at least 15 different meanings. It can mean ... * the speed of a runner ...fast * to do without food. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Aubrey Vaughan avatar

    True Greatness Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 1, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,148 views

    "This sermon looks at the minsitry of John in the light of Jesus."

    John 3:22- 35 “ True greatness” True greatness for some is thrust upon them (Monarchy) for others its pursued & they make a success in a particular field whether sport entertainment business and so on . You’ve received or the accolades, you have a vast ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John's Continuing Testimony Series

    Contributed by Paul Shafit on Aug 26, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,051 views

    John again bears testimony of the superior ministry of Jesus

    Jesus had returned from His ordeal in the wilderness where He resisted the temptation of Satan. Though He was hungry and tired He never lost sight of His mission; which was and is our salvation. When Jesus went out with His disciples and began doing miracles and baptizing, many people came to Him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Finding True Greatness" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 12, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,216 views

    In today’s world we constantly hear the philosophy being taught that says all of us must focus on moving up, being more than we are now, climbing the ladder of success. Moving higher up. Keeping that in mind the words of John in this passage can be very

    “Finding True Greatness” John 3:22-36 There are certain words we use that have a variety of meanings depending on how they are used. For example the word “fast” carries at least 15 different meanings. It can mean ... * the speed of a runner ...fast * to do without food. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    True Success Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 20, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,941 views

    How should we define "true success" in light of Christ's teaching.

    Intro What is success? What does it mean to you this morning to live a successful life? One of the hardest aspects to having satisfaction with our lives is that we haven‘t really defined what success is. What makes you successful … prosperity? popularity? As a culture we tend to refer ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Flowers avatar

    Rebirth Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 26, 2010
     | 5,462 views

    In this message, part 4 in series Love Never Dies, Dave focuses on the meaning of "birth from above."

    Rebirth Love Never Dies, prt. 4 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers April 25, 2010 The past two weeks we have looked at Jesus as the Logos – the preexistent, eternal Word of God. In chapter 1, John presents the Logos to us. In chapter 2, John tells two stories which show Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Jim Drake avatar

    Personal Gospel Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 25, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,526 views

    Many people today claim to be Christians yet have no idea what that really means. All too often we have stripped Christianity of all its content and meaning in an attempt to win converts. But Christianity does have content. Its content is the Gospel and t

    I read the transcript of an interesting interview this week. The religion reporter from a newspaper was asking a person in her town about his faith. But what was interesting was that she didn’t just ask a couple of basic questions. She started off by asking him point blank what he believed. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    The Pivotal Choice Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,459 views

    The pivotal choice: Trust in Jesus and receive eternal life or reject Jesus and face God’s wrath.

    Life is full of choices: • Some are easy choices: what to wear, what to eat, what to watch on TV. • Some are difficult choices: where to attend university, where to work, when to retire. • All of you had a choice this morning: Should I go to church or not? • Some choices are easy; some are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    Friends Don't Let Friends Grab Glory Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 18, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,035 views

    God’s glory is man’s greatest good.

    Introduction (Sermon #8 in a Series on the Gospel of John) You have likely heard the slogan, “Friends don’t let friends drive drunk.” The idea is simple: we may feel like doing something, but, in fact, it would be better if we did not. We recognize that we are easily manipulated, the excitement ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed