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  • David Owens avatar

    Portrait Of A Servant (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 29, 2016
     | 7,434 views

    This sermon is based on chapter 7, of Charles Swindoll's book, Improving Your Serve. The sermon uses the first four Beatitudes as a character portrait of a servant.

    Introduction: A. Don’t you love asking kids what they want to be when they grow up? 1. Unlike the minion in the picture, I don’t ask them because I am still looking for ideas! 2. I like to ask them to see what is going on in their little heads. 3. This second picture is a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Tangible Kingdom - Obstacles Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Feb 29, 2016
     | 5,677 views

    from Hugh Halter's work on incarnational living

    Tangible Kingdom – Obstacles Matt. 5:13-16 Salt and Light – This is what God sees in us! 13 "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Portrait Of A Servant (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 7, 2016
     | 5,121 views

    In this sermon, we examine the second four Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount to discover the characteristics of a servant.

    Introduction: A. How many of you have been to an art museum? 1. Do you run through an art gallery, or do you walk slowly and thoughtfully? 2. To really appreciate art, you have to take your time and contemplate the masterpiece. 3. For example, let’s consider Leonardo De Vinci’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Blessed Are The Pure In Heart

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 10, 2016
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     | 10,045 views

    For the Christian, purity ought to be more precious than life, for without purity we can never really have life. If we are going to enjoy the blessings of God in this life and in the one to come, possessing a pure heart is not an optional quality.

    BLESSED ARE THE PURE IN HEART Study Text: Matthew 5: 8 Introduction: - The heart is used metaphorically to signify the inner person – the heart is the control centre of a man’s mind, emotions and will. It is our invisible innermost being which shapes our lives, attitudes, convictions, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Influence Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 14, 2016
     | 7,765 views

    In this sermon on the influence of a servant, we examine Jesus' illustrations of salt and light from the Sermon on the Mount. I also continue to rely on Swindoll's book, Improving Your Serve.

    Introduction: A. Hillary Clinton’s current presidential campaign gives this old illustration an interesting twist. 1. There’s a story told about a drive that Bill and Hillary Clinton took while they were on vacation. 2. After driving along enjoying the beautiful countryside, they needed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Beatitudes - Continued Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 14, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,311 views

    Hungering and Thirsting After Righteousness

    I. Introduction A. Mrs. Jones was reading a letter at breakfast. Suddenly she looked up suspiciously at her husband. "Henry," she said, "I've just received a letter from mother saying she isn't accepting our invitation to come and stay, as we do not appear to want her. What does she mean by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Beatitudes - Continued - 4 Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 14, 2016
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    Blessed are the pure in heart, the peace makers, and those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake

    I. Introduction A. Two gas company servicemen, a senior training supervisor and a young trainee, were out checking meters in a suburban neighborhood. They parked their truck the end of the alley and worked their way to the other end. At the last house, a woman looking out her kitchen window ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sermon On The Mount - Salt Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 14, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,106 views

    The qualities of Salt

    I. Introduction A. A tough old cowboy once counseled his grandson that if he wanted to live a long life, the secret was to sprinkle a little gunpowder on his oatmeal every morning. The grandson did this religiously and he lived to the age of 93. When he died, he left 14 children, 28 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon On The Mount - Light Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 14, 2016
     | 9,802 views

    What is light? What does light do? How can we be light?

    I. Introduction A. Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a lighted lantern when he went to call on his best girl. “Why,” he exclaimed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Beatitudes

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 21, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,867 views

    Jesus exhorts us to have attitudes of humility and kindness.

    The Beatitudes May 19, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus exhorts us to have attitudes of humility and kindness. Focus Passage: Matthew 5:1-12 Supplemental Passage: Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, who, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Salt And Light

    Contributed by Andrew Warriner on May 22, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,888 views

    By adopting the qualities of salt and light into our lives, we can make a difference to the immediate world around us.

    Salt and Light Introduction. If you were to ask anyone with a basic knowledge of the Bible about the Sermon on the Mount, they would probably quote at least one of the Beatitudes. However, the Beatitudes are a part, an important part but only a part of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Shining Bright

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 28, 2013
     | 4,733 views

    We must live our life for Christ in such a way that it draws others to God.

    Shining Bright May 26, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must live our life for Christ in such a way that it draws others to God. Focus Passage: Matthew 5:13-16 Supplemental Passage: "Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Salty. (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 2, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,539 views

    Jesus paints a wonderful picture with words, (salt and light) to talk about being noticed and being useful as a Christian!!

    Matthew 5:13-16-“You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Salt Of The Earth Series

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 15, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,909 views

    When Jesus says, “You are the salt of the earth” He is speaking of our conduct and character while yet living in this sin-cursed world. He is saying we are different or we ought to be different and live different than the rest of the world.

    “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.” (NIV.) Introduction Salt is a very precious commodity, especially during ancient times. It was so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hopelessly Happy Series

    Contributed by Ed Seay on Jun 16, 2013
     | 3,755 views

    A look at the first of the Beatitudes.

    “Hopelessly Happy” Matthew 5:3 I. Introduction A. What does it mean to be hopeless? B. Movie 50/50 car scene C. What are some results from hopelessness? II. Why would Jesus say hopeless? A. Greek word is ptochos i) Means “absolutely destitute” B. Israelites knew what it ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist