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  • David Nolte avatar

    When You Serve

    Contributed by David Nolte on Aug 29, 2021
     | 2,904 views

    Some people serve for show and others serve from the heart.

    Jesus said to His disciples, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men exercise authority over them. It is not this way among you, but whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you shall be your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Improve Your Serve With God Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 12, 2021
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    As Christians we are called to be servants! Yes, I said the “s” word “servants” – for many this term seems to imply to some – a slave - But Jesus (The Great I Am) came to serve and so should we.

    Series: How to Improve your serve? Illustration: Racquet ball and hit a few racquet balls into the audience! Give away 5 dollar Dunken Donut cards to those who catch them! Over the years I have played tennis with Kathy off and on, but I really loved playing racquetball! I learned from others that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Strength Under Control Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jan 25, 2022
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     | 1,693 views

    Blessed are the meek. What did Jesus mean?

    Strength Under Control lanny smith Reboot / Gentleness; Meek / Matthew 5:5   Intro: • 98 lb. weakling ads from the comic books. • [IMAGE] 98 lb weakling • [IMAGE] He Man! • Male or female, we worship power. • We fear those who have more. • We want to have more. • We fear losing what power we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Chrisitan And The Iron

    Contributed by David Parks on Jan 31, 2022
     | 2,584 views

    1. Place a brown paper sack on the pulpit and let people wonder what’s in it. 2. One of Jesus' most effective methods of instruction was the "object lesson."

    TEXT: Phil. 4:13-19 INTRODUCTION: 1. Place a brown paper sack on the pulpit and let people wonder what’s in it. 2. One of Jesus' most effective methods of instruction was the "object lesson." 3. With the object lesson, the instructor takes an object – either inanimate or animate – and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Great Example Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 7, 2022
     | 2,473 views

    Paul directs our focus to the example Christ set for us, the endurance and encouragement that God gives us, the beauty of our diversity and the purpose of God in our unity.

    Paul has been talking about caring for the weaker brother in the faith, urging the strong to act responsibly and flaunt their freedom and become a stumbling block to the weak. • The strong ought to walk in love and that means laying down their rights for the good of the weak. • The benefit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Privilege Or Service?

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 8, 2022
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     | 3,628 views

    Do we make demands of Jesus to do what we want or follow the path Jesus sets for us?

    I want to set the stage before we examine the scripture: Jesus had been traveling, preaching, and teaching for three years with these twelve disciples. Everything he had done was in preparation for them continuing his ministry – and time and time again, it was evident that they were “not getting” ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Mothers Day

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 4, 2021
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     | 32,039 views

    Mrs Zebedee wanted her kids to be part, participating and powerfully used in the kingdom.

    MOTHER'S DAY One of the comics that I used to love reading was Calvin and Hobbes. I remember the one were Calvin is standing by his mother’s bed on Mother’s Day and he says, “Hey, Mom! Wake up. I made you a Mother’s Day card.” His mother was very pleased and started to read it out loud. “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Redemption -- His Twice

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 11, 2021
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     | 5,790 views

    Beloved you are God's. Twice His. First, you are His because He created you. He made you. And second, you are His because He bought you.

    Read Ephesians 1:3-14 (Text of the day). This story is reported as true ... though true or a parable ... it speaks to the importance ... of the One ... of one who can save. It was almost 1:00 in the morning... when the phone rang. Dr. Leo Winters, ...a highly acclaimed surgeon... was abruptly ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Following In The Steps Of James

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Jul 21, 2021
     | 1,812 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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    Following In His Footsteps

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 28, 2020
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     | 3,239 views

    The road which the Lord sets before us is not easy. It requires us to give up our selfish ambition, and to walk the path of service.

    FOLLOWING IN HIS FOOTSTEPS. Matthew 20:17-34. Jesus was a patient teacher. The Lord reminded His disciples that His journey to Jerusalem would precipitate events which would lead to His death and resurrection. This was why He came into the world. It was not outside His control (Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Less Religion And More Faith

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 16, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,080 views

    LESS RELIGION AND MORE FAITH

    LESS RELIGION AND MORE FAITH Matthew 20: 25 But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Ye know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them, and they that are great exercise authority upon them. 26 But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Learning To Serve Others Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 9, 2021
     | 3,531 views

    Learning to Serve Others Series: Building Better RELATIONSHIPS October 17, 2021

    Learning to Serve Others Series: Building Better RELATIONSHIPS October 17, 2021 Intro Today... concluding our Fall series on building better relationships. We began the series ....hearing the words of God ... in creating human life... the Scriptures depict God saying: that it is not good for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Epaphroditus: Faithful Minister Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 27, 2020
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     | 7,585 views

    This message provides insight on the current crisis in America, then expounds Philippians 2:25-30. Paul's commendation of Epaphroditus supplies criteria for discerning godly New Testament leadership.

    During the last few weeks our pattern has been to first address current events; then proceed with our study in Philippians. I will continue with that this morning. I. We are living in monumental times. It is a new season with new challenges and new opportunities. Charles Dicken’s line in A Tale ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    How Leaders Can Serve Those They Are Called To Lead Series

    Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019
     | 5,294 views

    Christ was the ultimate leader. He was the greatest servant leader. But exactly HOW did he serve his disciples. We will look at this today, and encourage you to emulate him.

    How leaders and pastors can serve others Matthew 11:28-30 Come unto me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    James: The Apostle Of Passion Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 2, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,497 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