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  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Transformation In Progress: Brief Sketches Of The Twelve Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 9,799 views

    From Christ’s intense ministry with the Apostles, we can see that God looks beyond what we are to what we can become. He wants us to enter the process of transformation and to continue on in that process.

    Transformation in Progress: Brief Sketches of the Twelve (Matt. 10:2-4) I included this hand out in the bulletin: The Calling of the Disciples There are several different "calling" of Jesus’ disciples, and it can be difficult to sort them out. Let’s take a look at at least three of them. 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Five Levels Of Commitment To Jesus

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Sep 22, 2004
    based on 43 ratings
     | 17,084 views

    This is a sermon outline identifying the Five Circles of Commitment (Rick Warren’s concept) in the ministry of Jesus. It could be useful for training core believers, or as a discipleship sermon. *HANDOUT INCLUDED* www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1

    For new Christian discipleship, check out http://sales.newstartdiscipleship.com -------- Let me ask you this: How many levels of commitment are there to Jesus? What are the different levels of people’s commitment to Jesus? <FEEDBACK> I want you to look with me at the ministry of Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    He Is Able To Deliver You

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 4, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,616 views

    Why do you suppose so many people are unwilling to engage in new ministries? Could it be that they somehow have not grown in their knowledge, faith and intimacy with a God who promises to deliver those who trust in Him

    He is Able to Deliver You (Matt 4:1-12) Why do you suppose so many people are unwilling to engage in new ministries? Could it be that they somehow have not grown in their knowledge, faith and intimacy with a God who promises to deliver those who trust in Him? Even Jesus was willing to be led ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Vinnie Cappetta avatar

    Standing Together No One Stands Alone

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Mar 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,273 views

    Want to cast a vision for small group ministry? Want to build a church where no one stands alone? Want to teach small group leaders what values they should be teaching their group? Here you go...

    Standing Together Hebrews 10:19-25 Show video clip from YouTube.com titled: Small group of one A small group of one appeals to my :”Rugged individualism.” Let me sit in the pew alone Let me work on my marriage alone Let me build a business ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    I Go A Fishin'

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 14, 2007
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,208 views

    Peter thought he had been disqualified from future ministry because of his denial. How can we understand the forgiveness and reconciliation that Jesus had for Peter. How does it apply to us today?

    April, 2007 Father’s Day Sermon I Go a Fishin’ John 21:1-15 INTRODUCTION: Peter, once again the spokesman of the group said, “I go a fishin’,” and the others said, “We’ll go with you.” It may have been just an overnight fishing trip or maybe he was getting hungry and just wanted to catch a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Preparing Your World To Meet Jesus-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 17, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,096 views

    Jesus’ ministry expansion began with a mission briefing. What must a mission briefing cover to prepare the world to meet Jesus? 22 principles to prepare your world for Jesus. Part 1 of a 5-part sermon.

    PREPARING YOUR WORLD TO MEET JESUS-I —Luke 10:1-16 See 9:1-9—The 12’s commission Need: It takes much more than one ‘lone wolf’ to bring down the prey. A lot of basic Christian tenets in this section! Jesus ministry expansion began with a mission briefing. Preparing your world to meet Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing Your World To Meet Jesus-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 17, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,687 views

    Jesus’ ministry expansion began with a mission briefing. What must a mission briefing cover to prepare the world to meet Jesus? 22 principles to prepare your world for Jesus. Part 2 of a 5-part sermon.

    PREPARING YOUR WORLD TO MEET JESUS-II—Luke 10:1-16 Need: It takes much more than one ‘lone wolf’ to bring down the prey. A lot of basic Christian tenets in this section! Jesus ministry expansion began with a mission briefing. Preparing your world to meet Jesus requires mission briefing. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Graduation Day

    Contributed by Robert Fox on Jan 12, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 21,135 views

    The central text talks about how, when you are young, you are "no more than slaves". Students can certainly relate to this! But then comes graduation day... Student ministry PowerPoint format.

    [Graduation Day] Slide Graphic – student in cap and gown Slide Text – Children who are under age are no better off than slaves Galatians 4:1a In the service this morning, we will be honoring our high school and college graduates. How many of you are graduating from high-school or college this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Virtuous Cycle Series

    Contributed by Kevin Purcell on May 24, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,050 views

    This sermon focuses on Acts 4 but covers chapters 2-4 as it shows how the Christian life goes in a cycle from Spiritual Fulfillment to Ministry to Opposition to Decision whether to quit or continue on back to Spiritual Fulfillment.

    A Virtuous Cycle Acts 4:1-31 Introduction During Superbowl XXXVII, FedEx ran a commercial that spoofed the movie Castaway, in which Tom Hanks played a FedEx worker whose company plane went down, stranding him on a desert island for years. Looking like the bedraggled Hanks in the movie, the FedEx ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    The Whole Secret Of Strength

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 21, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,417 views

    Ordination sermon, involving a play on the names of Samson in the Bible and Sampson, the ordinand, an entertainer, puppeteer, and beauty pageant winner. The whole secret of strength is in using the gifts God has given for ministry and not for one’s self.

    The world didn’t give it, and the world can’t take it away. Isn’t that what we sing. I’m not so sure. What do you think? The world didn’t give it? I agree. That’s true. But the world can’t take it away? I am not at all sure. We are here today because Yolanda Sampson has heard the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    Where Are The Nine?

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Nov 20, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,338 views

    This passage demonstrates the principle of the church in the church. That is, there are only a few (remnant) who are grateful enough to show it. Some people call this the pareto principle - 20% or less do 80% or more of all ministry.

    Where are the other nine? LUK 17:11 Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. LUK 17:12 As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance LUK 17:13 and called out in a loud voice, "Jesus, Master, have pity on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Lay Up For Yourself Treasures In Heaven

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 13, 2001
    based on 69 ratings
     | 7,824 views

    Give stragetically and tactically so that your gifts will be multiplied by the many ministries of Christ’s church around the world in fields that are ripe for the harvest. How to Lay Up for Yourself Treasures in Heaven Matt 6:19

    How to Lay Up Treasures for Yourself in Heaven - Matt 6:19,20 Illustration: Ritual Requirements Mary and Joseph Fulfilled at the Temple. First, there was circumcision, which is the mark of the covenant God made with Abraham. It is then that a male child receives his name and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Guidelines From The Great Commission

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 15, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 7,329 views

    You have complete authority that is necessary for completing His great commission in the word of God. Help people to utilize the authority of the scriptures in all aspects of their personal lives, relationships and ministries. Do not hesitate to make disc

    Guidelines From the Great Commission (Matt 28:16-20) Most Christians are content to be spectators instead of becoming obedient disciple-makers. True blessings, power and fulfillment is found in being a multiplying disciple-maker. Let us see how we can think, do and become what the Lord’s will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Recipe For Sainthood

    Contributed by William Mouser on May 16, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,128 views

    After the resurrection, Jesus still had ministry to perform on His disciples, to equip them for the work he set before them. What he did for them still bears fruit in the lives of saints today.

    Isaiah 43:1-12, 1 John 1:1-4, Luke 24:36-49 A recipe for sainthood The Apostles of Christ pose a puzzle for us, one that many do not solve very well. On one hand, we have scenes throughout the gospels similar to the one in the gospel lesson for today: the Apostles full of fear, full of ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Authority And The Fear Of God

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 24, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,783 views

    Matthew 8 demonstrates Jesus’ authority in miracles and ministry. Jesus’ words and works show us the depth and extent of His authority. Our call is to walk under that suthority as we hear and heed his instruction.

    Matthew 7 ends with the amazement of the crowds who heard Jesus teachings. They observed that Jesus spoke with authority and not as their teachers of the law or scribes. We noticed several passages last week about the fear of the Lord and its importance to our lives as Christians. Without the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ