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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Walking Across The Street Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2009
    based on 64 ratings
     | 19,398 views

    Matthew wouldn’t be on the short list of people some congregations would invite to join them, but there are things we can learn about him that can help us bring people to Jesus.

    OPEN: Leonardo da Vinci was once at work for a long period of time on a great masterpiece. He had labored long to create this work of art and it was near completion. Standing near him was a young student who spent much of his time with his mouth open, amazed at the master with the brush. Just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Reaching Out To Sinners

    Contributed by Don Parmely on May 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,497 views

    Stop putting so much effort in trying to win back former church attenders and go after the people no other churches want.

    I. Introduction A. This evening I want us to think outside the box: 1. That is, outside of the box that is the 4 walls of this church. 2. Perhaps even outside the box of our preconceived notions of what evangelism is all about. B. I want to start with asking Sister Van Brocklyn to come and share ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    In Jesus Name

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 5, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,143 views

    What did Jesus mean when He told the disciples, "You ask anything in My name and I will do it?" While this promise is not to be applied to any request we make to the Lord it is the key to working effectively in His kingdom!

    In Jesus Name John 14:12-14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Imagine what it must have been like to be a disciple and while entering Jerusalem hear the leader of your group called “The Way” predict His own death was about to occur! They who had “left everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Bad People Can Get To Heaven

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 27, 2008
     | 4,768 views

    Message based on Jesus’ words to the religious leaders who were missing the message while the tax collectors and prostitutes were hearing and responding.

    Why Bad People Can Get to Heaven Matthew 21:28-32 July 27, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: During my freshman year in college, I went back to my high school to visit and to play in the band for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    How To Have A Death Proof Ministry

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 16, 2015
    based on 8 ratings
     | 44,843 views

    A sermon examining the opportunity to leave behind a legacy of faithful Christian service.

    How To Have A Death Proof Ministry Acts 6:8-15 (January 2023) There are certain people throughout the history of this church who have left a lasting legacy. There are others that I never had the privilege to meet because they went to glory long before I arrived. But their stories, legacies ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mother's Day 2016

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on May 8, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,644 views

    For a mother to see her child come to the saving knowledge of the Lord has to be a special treasure just as Mary treasured the truth of who Jesus was.

    Mother’s Day 2016 Luke 2:41-52 When my daughter was a little girl she used to want me to read to her at every opportunity. One of her favorite little books was called “Are you My Mother”? Some of you may own a copy of this charming little book by Philip Dey Eastman. Source: ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Does God Really Care About Everyone? Do We?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,676 views

    God challenges us to rethink our attitudes and actions toward all people.

    Recap the story of Jonah for those who may not know the story… Title: Does God Really Care About Everyone? Text: Jonah 3:1-10 Slide 3 Thesis: God challenges us to rethink our attitudes and actions toward all people. Introduction Westboro Baptist is a church in Topeka, Kansas whose ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "From Suffering To Surrender"

    Contributed by Frankie Melton on Jul 12, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,107 views

    God uses suffering to turn lost hearts to Him.

    “From Suffering to Surrender” In 1 Kings 17:8-24, God sent Elijah to Zarephath, the heart of Baal worship. Though it was behind enemy lines, Elijah promptly arose and went. He was obedient regardless of his lack of understanding. Complete knowledge is no prerequisite to obedience. God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Your Passion Christs Passion

    Contributed by Jack Martin on Feb 28, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,036 views

    It is an exhortation to seize the opportunity that the Lord has given us in the making of the Passion of the Christ.

    Is your Passion Christs Passion The Passion of Christ is the buzz of our time. Nearly a year ago - When I first heard about the film / Before I understood anything about it. Something deep inside of me knew it was different. As the weeks have passed my spirit has soared within me. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Its Ok. To Love.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jun 20, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 1,875 views

    Love is an opportunity to deliver ones soul to another for safe keeping.

    Its OK. To Love. There are many occasions in our life that we love someone dearly. Sometimes it the first person that we see and sometimes we must hunt most of our lives to find that special someone. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Offer Up Your Best Now

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 28, 2003
    based on 85 ratings
     | 12,388 views

    Offering up the best you can and seize the opportunity to it now.

    Mark 14:3-11 OFFER UP YOUR BEST NOW Jesus was having a meal in the house of Simon the Leper. A woman brought a very special gift to Jesus. Her expression of love caused a great stir among the people watching. Jesus was touched by the acts of devotion and said, "...whatever the gospel is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    At The Cross

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Aug 26, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,790 views

    Providing an opportunity for us to reflect on the cross of Jesus and of the Lord's table.

    At the Cross August 7, 2011 John 19:17-42 Intro: I spent a good couple of hours last Monday floating down the Pembina river. It was a beautiful sunny day, the river was warm, and so we set out. If you’re not familiar with the Pembina, it is about an hour west, just past Wabamun lake, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    What We Can Learn From Pilate

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,227 views

    Message about how Pilate handled his opportunity with Jesus.

    What We Can Learn from Pilate Matthew 27:11-26 October 4, 2009 Me: One of my favorite phrases in life is, “Been there, done that.” My favorite variation of that is, “Been there, done that, got the t-shirt.” I’m not entirely sure what the last part means, but that’s okay – it sounds cool. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    What Must I Do? Never Show Favoritism

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,960 views

    Favoritism robs us of new friends and new ministry opportunities.

    WHAT MUST I DO? YOU MUST NEVER SHOW FAVORITISM JAMES 2:1; ACTS 20:32-35 Acts 20:32 "Now I commit you to God and to the word of his grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified. 33 I have not coveted anyone's silver or gold or clothing. 34 You ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    The Bible Is Inspired Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 9, 2016
     | 4,226 views

    We have the opportunity to allow the word of God to change us.

    June 12, 2016 Morning Worship   Text: 2 Timothy 3:16-17   Subject: The Authority of Scripture Title: The Bible is Inspired Part 2       Last week we began a series on the authority of the Scriptures.  When I talk about the authority of scripture, what I mean is this:   Can we really trust the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God