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  • Ian Bullock avatar

    Following In The Steps Of James

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Jul 21, 2021
     | 1,985 views

    A Patronal festival sermon that looks at some of the qualities of James, and how we can be inspired to seek out own gifts (illustration found on http://www.sermonillustrations.com/a-z/e/evangelism.htm)

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962), the world-famous violinist, earned a fortune with his concerts and compositions, but he generously gave most of it away. So, when he discovered an exquisite violin on one of his trips, he wasn't able to buy ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    James: The Apostle Of Passion Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 2, 2018
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     | 11,005 views

    While a lack of passion leads to spiritual complacency, the wrong kind of passion leads to unholy acts! Today’s sermon is going to focus on the life of Apostle James who learned firsthand that passion is only good when aligned with the will of Christ!

    James: The Apostle of Passion Luke 9:51-56, Matthew 20:20-28 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Do you have passion to serve the Lord? You know the kind of passion that is so strong that you cannot and will not contain your desire to serve God no matter what the cost! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Service Entrance

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 2, 2023
     | 957 views

    In God’s kingdom it’s how we handle our everyday lives, not whether or not we make a big splash, that truly matters.

    Anybody remember the riots that broke out some years ago when Sony’s PlayStation 3 was scheduled for release? Nearly 400 people in Boston’s Copley Place mall overwhelmed mall security. Nearly a dozen police cruisers responded to the call. Fortunately, no one was hurt, and the crowd dispersed when ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Mothers Request

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 29, 2012
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     | 14,926 views

    Mothers day message to show that the love of a mother will do almost anything for their children. How much more does the Lord love His children.

    A Mothers request Matthew 20:20-28 Introduction- Again Happy Mother’s day! I would like to take this time to thank all the women that have made an impact in my life. I do not want to limit it to my mother, my mother-in law, and the mother of my children May 14, 1914, President Woodrow ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Ambition Of James And John Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 3, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,296 views

    James and John were naturally talented and dedicated to the Lord. Their mother, just like many mothers today, wanted the best for her children, and so a few days before Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem, she made a request in behalf of her children.

    April 20, 2006 Near Jordan (37) Ambition of James and John Matthew 20:20-28, Mark 10:35-45 20 Then came to him the mother of Zebedee’s children with her sons, worshipping him, and desiring a certain thing of him. From Matthew 4:21 we know that the two sons of Zebedee were the apostles James ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Strange Request From Mom!

    Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on May 6, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,689 views

    A different twist on how a mom bought a request to jesus that demonstrates the kind of moms we honor today. Mothers are soft voices saying, "i love you." and mothers are a link to god, a child's first impression of god's love.

    A STRANGE REQUEST FROM MOM! Jim McCutchen • A mother was talking to an old college friend and said, “I remember before I was married that I had three theories about raising children. Now I have three children and no theories Kings can pass away; other kings can rise. Presidents can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    James The Servant And Leader

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 21, 2025
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    We must expect daily to serve others and do so happily even to death. Jesus will provide the grace to enable our service.

    Feast of St. James the Greater (Santiago) July 25, 2025 Today’s psalm is anchored in a particular moment of Israelite history. In 539 BC, King Cyrus of Persia conquered the Neo-Babylonian empire and issued a decree that permitted, even encouraged the people exiled to Babylon to return to Judea and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Mother's Request

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 12, 2025
     | 322 views

    Today, we are going to look at the mother of James and John, those two who were in the inner circle among the followers of Jesus. Their mother was a mom and like any other mom. She was looking after the best interest of her children. All she really wanted was for her kids to do good.

    Alba 5-11-2025 A MOTHER'S REQUEST Matthew 20:20-28 A little boy was talking with the girl next door. “I wonder what my mom would like for Mother’s Day.” The girl answered, “Well, you could promise to keep your room clean and orderly. You could go to bed as soon as you’re told. You could brush ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Kingdom Power: Politics Or Service” Lent 5

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 12, 2024
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     | 994 views

    The illustration is a fictional story about "knowing the day of our death". Jesus knew why He was going to Jerusalem. The disciples believe the "kingdom" of the Son of Man, Daniel 7 is about to be fulfilled. Jesus turns Daniel upside down. Service!

    In Jesus Holy Name March 21, 2024 Text: Mark 10:43b-45 Redeemer “Kingdom Power: Politics or Service” Years ago I heard or read a fictional story about a man who wanted to make a lot of money in the stock market. But there were just too many ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David Owens avatar

    Serving Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 28, 2024
     | 2,646 views

    One of God's major objectives for us is to be conformed into the image of His Son and one of the primary ways God wants us to conform to the likeness of Jesus is in our service. Jesus came to serve and to give and so we must also serve and give.

    A. One day a weathy woman was interviewing a prospective butler and asked him, “Are you trained to serve guests?” 1. The prospective butler replied “Yes, ma’am, I have been trained to serve guests both ways.” 2. The woman looked puzzled and asked, “What do you mean both ways?” 3. The prospective ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    We Believe Following Jesus Means Serving Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 6, 2025
     | 708 views

    A Servant is Faithful, Available, and Teachable

    Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Matthew 20:20-28. Before we begin, let’s pray? [pray] In 1859, three businessmen began work on an express mail service that promised to get messages between Missouri and California in ten days or less—an unheard of speed at the time. They began to build a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Kingdom Way – Grace Over Fairness. Matthew 20 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 9, 2025
     | 269 views

    MATTHEW 20: GRACE, GREATNESS and THE GOD WHO SEES. GOD’s kingdom operates on grace, not human merit. GOD’s grace defies human fairness, greatness is measured by servanthood, and spiritual sight is found in recognizing JESUS.

    2025.08.10. Sermon Notes. THE KINGDOM WAY – GRACE OVER FAIRNESS. Matthew 20. GRACE, GREATNESS and THE GOD WHO SEES. William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 20:1-34, Romans 9:15-16, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Peter 1:10-11, Revelation 22:17, Matthew 7:21-23, John 15:16, James 4:6, Ephesians 4:1 BIG ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Towel And The Throne: Greatness Redefined Series

    Contributed by Kory Labbe on Oct 25, 2025
     | 196 views

    True greatness in God’s Kingdom isn’t found in titles or positions, but in the humility of serving others. Jesus redefined leadership by trading the throne for the towel, showing us that to lead is to love through service.

    Introduction: “The CEO with the Mop” Good morning, everyone. It’s great to see you here today. We’re continuing in our “Live” series, where we’ve been looking at what it really means to be different — to live in this world, but not be shaped by it. Each week we’ve seen that following Jesus isn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God