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  • Tim Gibson avatar

    How Much Are You Worth ?

    Contributed by Tim Gibson on Nov 23, 2000
    based on 121 ratings
     | 7,030 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

  • Simon Harrison avatar

    When He Heard That John Had Been Arrested, Jesus Withdrew To Galilee'

    Contributed by Simon Harrison on Apr 4, 2001
    based on 99 ratings
     | 12,287 views

    How do we cope with our guilt feelings about things we can’t change in the world?

    I have recently been feeling a little guilty about failing to renew my membership of Amnesty International. This feeling particularly strikes when I hear in the news of some injustice somewhere in a far flung corner of the globe. I suppose that if I was still in amnesty, I would still ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Andy Taylor avatar

    Available Disciples

    Contributed by Andy Taylor on Feb 1, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 5,823 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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    Following Christ Means Change Series

    Contributed by John Baggett on Oct 29, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,970 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
     | 6,241 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

  • Rich Wyatt avatar

    Immediately

    Contributed by Rich Wyatt on Nov 13, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,813 views

    Our lives take interesting paths sometimes. Thankfully, we have very few differences in our lives from the lives of the people who lived while Jesus was on the Earth. Life seems to catch us at a crossroads quite often. Things come up. Situations happe

    Matthew 4:19-20; Matthew 8:3 Intro: Our lives take interesting paths sometimes. Thankfully, we have very few differences in our lives from the lives of the people who lived while Jesus was on the Earth. Life seems to catch us at a crossroads quite often. Things come up. Situations happen. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Colin Coombs avatar

    Significant Days In The Life Of Peter

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on May 11, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,039 views

    Illustrating from the life of Peter how we can be restored, and become effective in the work of the Lord

    SIGNIFICANT DAYS IN THE LIFE OF PETER 6 LESSONS FROM THE LIFE OF PETER I. HIS DAY OF RECRUITMENT FISHING Matt.4: 18 -20 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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Perryman avatar

    The Faithfulness Of God

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,442 views

    We can see thru the life of Peter the faithfulness of God.

    INTRO: I want us to think about faithfulness. -If your car starts once every three tries, is it reliable? -If your paperboy skips delivery every Monday and Thursday, is he trustworthy? -If you don’t go to work once or twice a month, are you a loyal employee? -If your refrigerator ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Keith Crouch avatar

    Our Call To Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jun 10, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,395 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

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    In Search Of Jesus: Getting Us Started

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 29, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,814 views

    JESUS’ MINISTRY IS ABOUT SMALL GROUP PARTICIPATION!

    IN SEARCH OF JESUS: GETTING US STARTED MATTHEW 4: 18-22 SUNDAY PM SERVICE MARCH 28, 2004 INTRODUCTION: TRANSITION THOUGHT: THESIS SENTENCE: JESUS’ MINISTRY IS ABOUT SMALL GROUP PARTICIPATION! I. GETTING US STARTED IS THE CALLER LUKE 4:31-5:11 A. THE CALLER IS THE ONE WHO DRIVES OUT EVIL ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Rowland avatar

    Why Settle For Hamburger When You Can Have Steak?

    Contributed by Joe Rowland on Apr 10, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,614 views

    As Christians,we settle for far less than what we can have in Christ.

    Matthew 4:18-22 NAS 18. Now as Jesus was walking by the Sea of Galilee. He saw two brothers, Simon who was called Peter and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fisherman. 19. And He said to them, “Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men.” 20. Immediately they left ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Amanda Wilson avatar

    Light In The Darkness: Jesus Power To Give.

    Contributed by Amanda Wilson on May 3, 2004
    based on 69 ratings
     | 10,517 views

    Based on Isaiah 9:1-4 & Matt. 4:12-23 this discussess the use of power by Jesus with illustrations from the movies of Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and Pay it Forward.

    “There is no good or evil, just power and those too weak to use it.” If you have seen the movie or read the book of HP and the philosopher’s stone, then you will have heard that phrase. In a last ditch attempt to win Harry’s cooperation, the evil wizard Voldemort asserts “There is no good or evil, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Gospel Of Jesus: Go Fish [fishing / Fishers Of Men] Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 31, 2006
    based on 188 ratings
     | 24,422 views

    Jesus’ analogy of fishing helps us understand our job as His disciples. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

    The Gospel of Jesus – Go Fish Matthew 4:12-25 Jesus must have liked fish and fishing, for He spoke of it often…he ate fish several times in the Bible, He called these fishermen to be His disciples, and when it came time to feed a bunch of people, like a true child of God He chose very wisely…fish! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Fry avatar

    Go Fish

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 26, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,821 views

    Lets Go Fishing! Fishing for Men

    GO FISH Scripture: Matthew 4:18–22, especially vv. 18–20 And Jesus, walking by the Sea of Galilee, saw two brothers, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea; for they were fishermen. Then He said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    "Come, Follow Me..."

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 12, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 27,243 views

    Message about Jesus’ calling His first disciples.

    “Come, Follow Me…” Matthew 4:18-22 June 13, 2004 NOTE: I am deeply indebted to Rob Bell, Pastor of Mars Hill Bible Church, and Dr. Ray VanderLaan, from Follow the Rabbi.com. Introduction We’re back in our walk through the book of Matthew, and I need to warn you that it will be another three ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan