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  • Chad Ballard avatar

    Fishing 101

    Contributed by Chad Ballard on Jan 31, 2002
    based on 117 ratings
     | 10,337 views

    How to be a "fisher of men".

    Fishing 101 Matthew 4:18-22; Jeremiah 16:14-17 Rev. Chad H. Ballard Read Matt. 4:18-22 I have heard sermon after sermon in my lifetime based on the scripture, “Come and I will make you fishers of men.” And in my shallow thinking, I knew that the simplest meaning was that Jesus was calling His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike DuBose avatar

    Curious, Convinced, Or Committed

    Contributed by Mike Dubose on Feb 6, 2002
    based on 119 ratings
     | 17,466 views

    When Jesus Christ calls disciples, he’s looking for committment... Some of us appear to be more curious than we are committed...

    Curious, Convinced, or Committed Matthew 4: 18-22 January 27, 2002 As I was preparing the message, I was thinking about our fish fry that was scheduled for today… Unfortunately, Ricky had some complications with his shoulder and we’ve had to postpone the fish fry… But I thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Jesus Begins His Ministry Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 9, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 7,609 views

    Jesus begins proclaiming the Kingdom of God and calls a group of disciples to join him in brining people into God’sd Kingdom

    Today we continue with our study of the first few chapters of Matthew’s gospel, looking today at the beginning of Jesus’ public Ministry. Remember that Jesus has been baptised by John in the River Jordan, probably somewhere near Jerusalem. There he’s heard God’s voice affirming his identity as ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Being A Disciple Series

    Contributed by J. Richard Lord, Jr. on Feb 10, 2002
    based on 78 ratings
     | 13,192 views

    Are you a true disciple or just a "Jesus Groupie"

    Sermon preached on 2/3/02 PARKVIEW CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE J. Richard Lord, Jr. BEING A DISCIPLE OF JESUS Matthew 4:12-25 What drew you to church today? What was it that caused you to get out of bed on your day off, go to the trouble of getting dressed and coming to church this morning when you ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    People Fishing

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Feb 11, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 11,067 views

    Sermon for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany The Call of the Disciples

    3rd Sunday after Epiphany Matthew 4:12-23 "People Fishing"   I would like to share with you part of a sermon preached by Charles Spurgeon, one of England’s most powerful preaches during the 1850’s where his church grew from 300 members to well over 5000. I have many what I call "heroes" in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Follow Me!

    Contributed by John Howard on Feb 23, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 23,562 views

    Our problem is when we get past the gates of salvation we sit down and wait, like we have arrived. Really that is just ebeginning of what God has for us.

    Follow Me! Matt 4:18-22 Jesus was walking by the Sea of Galilee when He saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew, casting a net into the lake; they were fishermen. Jesus said to them, ‘Come with me, and I will make you fishers of men.’ And at once they left their nets and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan Braun avatar

    'tis The Season To Be Expectant Series

    Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,277 views

    A new look at the Christmas Season

    Matthew 4:18 - 22 Intro: 6 - ’Tis The Season To Be Extravagant To Love Him with all of our being! 13 - ’Tis The Season To Be Confident To Know He is there no matter what! 20 - ’Tis The Season To Be Jubilant (Part 3 of 4) To Trust in Him alone for our Joy! 27 - ’Tis The Season To ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contageous Christianity

    Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 102 ratings
     | 6,739 views

    THE MINISTRY OF JESUS WAS CONTAGEOUS, SPREADING LIKE WILDFIRE. THE WORLD TODAY NEEDS CONTAGEOUS CHRISTIANITY.

    CONTAGEOUS CHRISTIANITY MATT 4:13-25 I. CONTAGEOUS A. Generally a word used when someone is ill or sick -common question "Is it contageous?" B. contageous (Compton’s) - spread by direct or indirect contact; communicable: said of diseases; carrying, or liable to transmit, the causative agent of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Seven Key Principles Of New Testament Evangelism.

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 14, 2001
    based on 57 ratings
     | 7,538 views

    Study of principles of evangelism developed by Gene Getz.

    Seven key principles for of NT evangelism. Matt.4:19 Then He said to them, “Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.” - New King James Version. Clear from Scripture: that first disciples were recruited to evangelize. So are we but how? Developed from Gene Getz. (1984). "Sharpening the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • James May avatar

    The Fisherman

    Contributed by James May on Jun 26, 2001
    based on 70 ratings
     | 24,240 views

    Jesus calls us to be fishers of men. We can learn a lot about catching "fish" if we examine how the fisherman does it.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Fishing: A Beginner's Guide

    Contributed by Thomas Showalter on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 109 ratings
     | 4,951 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

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Six Steps To Innovation

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,574 views

    Six Steps to Innovation

    HOW TO USE THE SIX STEPS OF INNOVATION IN EVANGELISM & LEADERSHIP RELATIONSHIPS, DIAGNOSIS, ACQUIRE RESOURCES, SOLUTIONS, ACCEPTANCE, STABILITY (R.D.A.S.A.S) 1. Build a relationship with those you are trying to help a. Relate to the leaders, the influencer, the catalysts, opinion ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Leadership Changes Across Culture

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 4,684 views

    Leadership should adjust itself to the cultural context so as to be the best servant leadership following the example of Jesus Christ who humbled himself and became like a man. Leadership Changes Across Culture

    LEADERSHIP CHANGES ACROSS CULTURES Quote: Jesus said, "Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men. And they left everything and followed Him." (Matt 4:19,20) Introduction - Trying to work in another culture with your own cultural values of leadership can be frustrating, counter-productive, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Plant Urban Churches: A Case Study Evaluation

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,173 views

    How To Plant Urban Churches: A Case Study Evaluation of the Summer Urban Church Planting Efforts

    How To Plant Urban Churches: A Case Study Evaluation of the Summer Urban Church Planting Efforts Of Jos Evangelical Churches of West Africa in Nigeria Seminary Students In 1988 Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how seed families can help start urban churches. 2. The students ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Plant And Help Large Urban Churches Grow

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,047 views

    How To Plant and Help Large Urban Churches Grow A Case Study in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

    How To Plant and Help Large Urban Churches Grow A Case Study in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria Learning Objectives 1. The students will look for principles about the right and wrong ways to plant urban churches and see them grow? 2. The students will discover what can we learn from Paul about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational