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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    The Gestures Of Worship Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 23, 2011
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    Profound bows, joining of hands for prayer, and striking our breast are all important adjuncts to our worship.

    Feast of St. James July 25, 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy Some of the apostles have paired feasts–Ss. Peter and Paul, Simon and Jude, Philip and James the Lesser. We would expect James and John, blood brothers, to be treated in this way, but they each have their own festival day. I think that ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Moms Want Their Children To Do Well

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 20, 2013
     | 2,759 views

    The mother of the sons of Zebedee asked Jesus for a special gift that was not His to give.

    Feast of St. James 2013 Matthew 20 Then the mother of the sons of Zeb'edee came up to him, with her sons, and kneeling before him she asked him for something. 21 And he said to her, "What do you want?" She said to him, "Command that these two sons of mine may sit, one at your right hand and one at ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • John Lowe avatar

    The Scandal Of Grace

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 21, 2013
     | 6,908 views

    We receive grace when we are born again. This saving grace is not something we can earn or work for; it’s a free gift given by a gracious God. Today, I will attempt to answer the question, “What’s So Amazing About Grace?”

    2 September 2005 The Scandal of Grace Matthew 20:1-20:16 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Apostle; James The Great Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2014
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    Today local churches send missionaries. -- it is best to call them missionaries, to keep some folks from being confused, if they were referred to as apostles, some folks might think of them as being like the Twelve Apostles, and the Apostle Paul.

    #6~ APOSTLE; JAMES THE GREAT 1-11-14 * JAMES -- name of four men in the New Testament: 1~ James, the son of Zebedee brother of John, both were apostles. 2 ~ James, a son of Mary, half brother of Jesus, he was not a member of the apostolic band, and not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Mother's Impressions Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 7, 2014
     | 4,868 views

    The mother of James and John made a special request of Jesus based on her impression of him. She in turn made an impression on him.

    1. Mothers Job Interview -- http://www.ijreview.com/2014/04/129697-24-people-interviewed-impossible-job-paying-nothing-found-everyday/ 2. Mothers make lasting impressions on their children. 3. Matthew 20.20-28 I. A Mother's Impression OF Jesus A. Qualities She saw in Him 1. He was Torah-Observant ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Mothers Request

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 29, 2012
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     | 14,779 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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    The Servant In The Barn Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 8, 2013
    based on 26 ratings
     | 26,083 views

    What can the story of a baby born in a manger tell us about being a servant like Jesus would want us to be?

    OPEN: There’s a story about church whose Sunday School decided to allow the children to stage their own impromptu Christmas pageant. The teachers read the story and provided some props; then they just stood off to the side and let the kids dramatize it on their own. One girl grabbed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Charge Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 29, 2013
     | 5,051 views

    In his resurrection and appearance to the disciples and through the Day of Pentecost, Jesus accomplished two things: He gave them their mission and empowered them for it and He created His Church, the body of Christ.

    The Charge of a Disciple Matthew 28:18-20a They found themselves wrapped in darkness, hiding behind locked doors and wrestling with their lost dreams and how things could have gone so horribly wrong. Just three years prior, a stranger walked up to them and uttered three words which forever changed ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Somebody... Nobody (Service) Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,070 views

    This is our Stewardship sermon #3... focusing on Service.

    Joshua 24:14-15 14 "Now fear the LORD and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your forefathers worshiped beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD. 15 But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    To Be Like Jesus

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,725 views

    Apostles, Pt. 12

    TO BE LIKE JESUS (MATTHEW 20:17-28) How many of you thought Hillary would certainly run for the presidency before 2007? Would you run for presidency after you have had eight long years in the White House with a spouse who confessed to an “inappropriate relationship” with a young White House intern ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Leadership Defined

    Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Jul 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,566 views

    Jesus outlines to His disciples just what it takes to become a leader and to hold a high position in a church.

    Matthew 20:20 Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and, kneeling down, asked a favor of him. (21) "What is it you want?" he asked. She said, "Grant that one of these two sons of mine may sit at your right and the other at your left in your kingdom." (22) "You don’t know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cluless Christians With Crossless Commitments

    Contributed by Mcclinton Hall on Jul 24, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 15,941 views

    This sermon gives thre role and the relationship that men and women ought to have with God, especially those who seek the office of Deacons and Deacons’ Wives.

    My brothers and sisters, this message this evening is to insure us and to remind us of our relationship with God. Because with God it’s not who we are, but rather it’s who God is. It’s not the position but rather it’s the praise. It’s not about who is in control, but it’s about who holds us. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Interceding For Her Children

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 9, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,442 views

    Mrs. Zebedee has received a bad rap. Perhaps it is all right to ask for great things for our children--if it honours the Master.

    *Matthew 20:20-23* *Interceding for Her Children* “The mother of the sons of Zebedee came up to Him with her sons, and kneeling before Him she asked Him for something. And He said to her, ‘What do you want?’ She said to Him, ‘Say that these two sons of mine are to sit, one at Your right hand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    What Can I Learn From A Mom

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 17, 2009
    based on 216 ratings
     | 99,167 views

    Spiritual Lessons which moms can teach.

    What I can learn from a Mom Matthew 20:20-23 READ “Things moms teach us”. * Mothers teach us about foresight: "Make sure you wear clean underwear in case you’re in an accident." * Mothers teach us about logic: "If you fall out of that tree and break your neck, don’t come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Honoring Your Mother

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 19, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,405 views

    Mothers day service. It is a message that will honor all the women of the church as well as the Mothers

    Honoring our Mothers Matthew 20:20-28 Disclaimer: This was prepared by prayer and thoughts from Sermon central contributors Introduction- Matthew 20:20-28 Read This is a unusual Scripture for Mother’s day. We see this as a scripture about two ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene