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  • Nate Herbst avatar

    Motivation To Serve God

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 28, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 23,118 views

    Staying motivated while serving God can be difficult but God has given us keys for maintaining motivation in the Great Commission He’s called us to - these keys will help you stay focussed and energized towards the goal.

    Merriam-Webster’s Definition: Motivation is something, as a need or desire, that causes a person to act. Russ Akins – “Motivation is the measure of what it takes to overcome initial inertia and become activated towards some sort of accomplishment.” Introduction: One second before you die, if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Authentic Passion 4 "Work" Series

    Contributed by Matthew Hylton on Jun 14, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,814 views

    Authentic Passion looks at 4 qualities that we as Christ Followers should have.

    AUTHENTIC PASSION 4 “Work” TEXT: 1 Corinthians 3:1-13 Main: 5-13 Key Verse: 9 INTRO: This morning we are continuing our Series “Authentic Passion. This series is based on the 4 passions that a Christian should have in there lives. Authentic Passion4: Worship, Word, Work, & ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Thomas Monroe avatar

    How Much Do You Value Jesus?

    Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Mar 11, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,232 views

    A look at how some value Jesus in the church today. Are discount shoppers, pretenders, or genuine believers.

    How Much Do You Value Jesus? Mark 14:1-9 Suppose someone was purchasing some of the most expensive perfume or cologne on a weekly basis. You find out that it is for their toddler, or their pet dog, or a pig. You would probably react much like Judas and the Pharisees. I. Discount Religion - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Troy Horne on Mar 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,951 views

    A look at the fruit of the Spirit, gentleness

    Gal. 5.22-23 Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness 1. [Read text]. I’ve been thinking about this list we have been reading, these fruit of the spirit. And I’ve been wondering about the way they appear, the order they appear. And an image to capture the author’s intention. Is it a fruit bowl ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Michael West avatar

    Breaking The Curse Series

    Contributed by Michael West on Dec 20, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 21,577 views

    If you want God to do the extraordinary, then you have to , you must start believing Him for bigger things. Stop limiting God. some times when God tells you no, it’s for a very good reason—perhaps it’s to move you up. God doesn’t do little things—Ephes. 3

    Sunday January 16th, 2005 Series: Raising the level of Expectation part IV Sermon: Breaking The Curse Scripture: Num 23:19 / Mt 22:32 /II Tim 2:9 / Heb 11:16 Many people miss the pivotal opportunities in their lives every day because they’ve grown accustomed to the status quo. They expect nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    God's Will: Personal Evangelism

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,574 views

    God wants us to share our faith

    John 15:16 God’s Will: Personal Evangelism Introduction A. Show Evangelism Linebacker video B. Review last week’s sermon – we talked about God’s will C. While our efforts at leading others into a relationship with Christ may not look like the video, God is clear about us sharing our faith. D. Read ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Following Christ

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 19, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,975 views

    This message was inspired (outline borrowed) from another pastor. The call of Christ is more pressing and demanding than the average believer considers it to be.

    Following Christ Luke 9:57-62 * In his book "None of These Diseases”, S. I. McMillen, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, "Are you a leader?" Being both honest and conscientious, she ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Credibility In Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016
     | 7,078 views

    Many are skeptical of the church because of perceived hypocrites. How do we obtain credibility in our witness to others? How do live and walk in such a way to be an effective witness? We must walk in Christ to possess the credibility we need.

    The Credibility in Discipleship Ephesians 5:1-2; John 13:34-35 We have spent several weeks discussing the importance and need for discipleship. In the Great Commission, Jesus commanded us to teach all nations to observe His teachings. In essence, those who follow Christ as His disciples are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Bishop avatar

    Energy Vampires

    Contributed by Todd Bishop on Apr 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,972 views

    Discovering the things that "suck" the life out of you.

    New Year’s Eve is a time for us to reflect and remember the past events of the previous year, but for most of us it is a time to anticipate or EXPECT something new, different, and or exciting for the New Year! Most of us make resolutions in hopes to write a New Chapter in our lives … we develop ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Who Provides In Strange Places Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 31, 2025
     | 338 views

    Throughout Scripture, we see a recurring pattern of God showing up in unexpected places, providing resources in the most unlikely conditions..

    THE GOD WHO PROVIDES IN STRANGE PLACES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 17:1-16 Supporting Texts: Genesis 22:13-14, Exodus 16:1-15, Psalm 23:1-2, Philippians 4:19, Isaiah 43:19-20 INTRODUCTION: There are times in life when our environment seems to offer no hope, no provision, and no ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Andy Grossman avatar

    “how To Build A Faith That Moves Mountains”

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on May 14, 2016
     | 16,465 views

    Defines faith and reveals how to grow it.

    “How to Build a Faith that Moves Mountains” May 15, 2016 Hebrews 11:1-3, 6, 8-10, 13 “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. By faith we understand that the universe was formed at ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Douglas Phillips avatar

    Biblical Evangelism: Warns Of The Danger Of Delay

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 15, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,668 views

    A MAJOR QUESTION THAT WE ARE OFTEN FACED WITH IS WHETHER OR NOT TO DELAY AN ACTION OR CHOICE. SOMETIMES IT IS BETTER TO WAIT, WHILE STILL OTHER TIMES WAITING CAN BE CATASTROPHIC.. DO NOT DELAY TO ACCEPT CHRIST..

    BIBLICAL EVANGELISM: WARNS OF THE DANGER OF DELAY MATTHEW 25:1-13 A MAJOR QUESTION THAT WE ARE OFTEN FACED WITH IS WHETHER OR NOT TO DELAY AN ACTION OR CHOICE. SOMETIMES IT IS BETTER TO WAIT, WHILE STILL OTHER TIMES WAITING CAN BE CATASTROPHIC. TO DELAY MEDICAL TREATMENT CAN LEAD TO DEATH. TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Count It All Joy PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,220 views

    This sermon explores how life's trials, viewed through faith, can lead to spiritual growth, maturity, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

    Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. The Creator of the universe has carved out this moment in time for us to come together, to learn, to grow, and to ...read more

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  • Steve Ely avatar

    Playing On The Road Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 26, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,506 views

    The games are on every day. Basketball now takes center stage. March Madness and the game it features teaches us kingdom principles that can help us win in the game of life!

    March Madness Pt 4. Playing on the Road Introduction: We have discussed playing with fouls, the triple threat of giving, praying and fasting, and the need to take timeouts and to end timeouts. This morning I want to talk to you about a subject that every coach and player knows is generally the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Christ's Principles Of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42)

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 7, 2002
    based on 314 ratings
     | 30,989 views

    Christ’s Principles of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42)Let us remember that we have to obey and trust Christ and His priniciples for evangelism to achieve success.

    Christ’s Principles of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42) Quote:It is easy to determine when something is aflame. It ignites other material. Any fire that does not spread will eventually go out. A church without evangelism is a contradiction in terms, just as a fire that does not burn is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational