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  • Tim Gibson avatar

    How Much Are You Worth ?

    Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000
    based on 121 ratings
     | 7,304 views

    What is your true worth ?

    (1) Introduction: This story shows that Peter and John’s worth was not as the world measures it. They had given up such wordly wealth (see Matthew 4-18-22) but they were now worth much more! John was named the ’beloved’ of Jesus (John 21:20) and Peter was later called a ’pillar’ in the church ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Andy Taylor avatar

    Available Disciples

    Contributed by Andy Taylor on Feb 1, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 6,135 views

    Jesus wants to train you as a fisher of men, are you willing?

    ARE YOU AVAILABLE? 1/14/01 EP  The Devil fishes for men with lures and hooks, but Jesus wanted to train men to fish for men. Matthew 4:18 through Matthew 4:22 18And Jesus, walking by the Sea of Galilee, saw two brothers, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Andrew: The Man Who Saw People Series

    Contributed by W F on Feb 4, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,773 views

    The most important character trait we can learn from Andrew is how to win with people.

    One of the most important character traits we can learn from Andrew is how to win with people. 1. ANDREW INCLUDED PEOPLE When Jesus called Andrew to be his disciple the Bible tells us that … The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, "We have found the Messiah" ...read more

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    Fishers Of Men Series

    Contributed by Dan Brown on Feb 19, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,643 views

    Our role in sharing the gospel.

    Sermon-2/11/07-Matt. 4:12-25-Fishers of Men Story of a fisherman. Reputation for being the greatest fisherman in the area. On days when most people would come back with 2-3 fish, he’d come back with 2-3 hundred. -Game warden decides to investigate. -Shows up at the man’s house, identifies ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Call Of Jesus

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,953 views

    Jesus calls and we must follow, but when we do He promises to transform our lives and to use us for His glory and honor.

    The Call of Jesus Matthew 4:18-22 Today is President Lincoln’s birthday, and in his honor I’d like to begin with an imaginary story. There once was a man who thought that it was a shame that instead of celebrating Lincoln’s birthday like we used to, we now just celebrate the generic President’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    He Wants Disciples Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Dec 22, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,617 views

    What God really wants for Christmas is disciples. Therefore all people should respond to his desire and give Him absolute control of their lives.

    INTRO: Have you ever considered how backwards Christmas is? What if I invited you all to a birthday party for Bethany, and instead of giving gifts to her, you all came and gave gifts to each other? There would be one disappointed 9 year old, I’ll tell you that. Whose birthday is it that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fishing: A Beginner's Guide

    Contributed by Thomas Showalter on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 109 ratings
     | 5,112 views

    Jesus called some of his disciples to be "fisher’s of men". What does that look like comparing it to real fishing.

    Fishing: A Beginner’s Guide Matthew 4:18-20 The Calling of the First Disciples 18 As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. 19 “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    Fishers Of Men

    Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Oct 22, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,880 views

    REACHING THE LOST

    Fisher’s Of Men Matthew 4:18-19 1. Jesus’ Message • Jesus’ message was simple: REPENT • Jesus had just returned from the temptation of Satan • Matthew 9:13 “But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following Christ Means Change Series

    Contributed by John Baggett on Oct 29, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,213 views

    Following Jesus meant for His disciples and means for us. (1)Change of FOCUS (2)Change that brings FORSAKING some things (3) Changing POWER into our lives. Part of a series but can be preached alone.

    This sermon is part of a series called Back to the Future. The sermon is easily adaptable to be preached individually without any serious flow change. ** Following Christ Means Change Mt 4 ** How many of you rode into church this morning on a horse? I know there was a day some of you did come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Expert Witnesses For Christ

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 31, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,403 views

    In a court of law, an expert witness is one who is recognized by others in their field as an expert. According to the law this expert is able to appear before a court of law and is able to justify his or her professional opinion under cross-examination.

    Turn Your Bibles to Matthew 4:18-20 Title: Expert Witnesses for Christ Theme: Telling People about Jesus Christ: Introduction: In a court of law, an expert witness is one who is recognized by others in their field as an expert. According to the law this expert is able to appear before a court ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dust

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Aug 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,291 views

    The Torah and its teachings.

    Dust July 23, 2006 Matthew 4:18-22 Last Sunday, one of our guests/visitors to the service asked if we had a pamphlet about what we believed as a Church. I said we did and handed it to her. In the pamphlet, which is in the entryway for all who are interested, are listed 5 of the core beliefs of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jake Kircher avatar

    Follow Me Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Sep 13, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,101 views

    God wants all of us to jump into Him! He wants us full throttle, diving into Him despite the fear and trusting that he is there to catch us and that it will be amazing. And He wants to use us to make a difference and be an example.

    Tonight I would like to start with a movie clip from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Indy and his father have been forced to help the Nazis find the Holy Grail, the cup which Jesus used at the Last Supper with His disciples. Towards the end of their adventure, Indy’s father is shot, leaving him ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    The Christian Life - An Exciting Adventure

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 27, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,760 views

    This message is a testimony of how God guides our life as ministers of the Gospel.

    The Christian Life—An Exciting Adventure Matthew 4:18-22 Jesus gives the invitation: “Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.” Where God Guides He provides The Christian life is an exciting adventure. I have learned over the years that ”Where God guides He provides.” When you open a ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Fishers Of Men

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Oct 22, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,194 views

    Shut up and Fish!!!

    You can’t catch fish if you don’t have any bait on your hook!!! Mat 4:18-20 18As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. 19"Come, follow me," Jesus said, "and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Keith Crouch avatar

    Our Call To Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jun 10, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,539 views

    Another message in the current series concerning personal and corporate evangelism.

    Our Call to Evangelism Matthew 4:18-22 I. The call to evangelism is a call to follow Someone (v. 18-19) A. The disciples – v. 18-19 B. A scribe and a disciple – Matthew 8:18-23 C. A true believer is a follower – John 10:27 D. A follower has a place of honor – John 12:26 E. Peter after the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist