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  • Ken Harris avatar

    "Sweep The House"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 7, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 13,755 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that the COIN was LOST, at HOME, where you don’t expect to FIND LOST THINGS.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker Multicultural Gospel Service Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: Every believer needs to know that there is great JOY in the HEART of God when someone who was LOST is FOUND. REFERENCES: Luke 15:1-7 (Parable of The Lost Sheep); Luke 15:8-10 (Parable of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Leadership Challenge

    Contributed by J Spurling on Jun 6, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 17,785 views

    A study of Christ’s leadership challenge to Peter in John 21:15–22 will motivate us to jump-start our participation in the church.

    This morning we are going to be talking about Leadership. As a matter of fact I am going to challenge you this morning toward leadership. But, my definition of church leadership that I am challenging you toward might be a little different from what you think leadership within the body of Christ is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Why Bother? Series

    Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,320 views

    This is the first in a series on evangelism based on Bill Hybel’s book of a similar title. What is our motivation for reaching out with the gospel of Jesus?

    WHY BOTHER? Who can name the five purposes of the Church? Do you know what they are? Can you name one of the five purposes of the Church? (Worship, fellowship, discipleship, ministry, and evangelism). To be honest, I think that after the three ships most of us start scratching our heads. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Taking Responsibility For Me

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 6,514 views

    To motivate the hearer to examine his/her behavior in order that he/she may take a more proactive approach when conflict arises.

    TAKING RESPONSIBILITY FOR ME Matthew 5:38-48 TEXT: "You have heard that it was said, ’An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ 39 "But I tell you not to resist an evil person. But whoever slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. 40 "If anyone wants to sue you and take away ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Inside The Ministry Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 26, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 9,411 views

    A closer look at the relationship between Paul and the Corinthian church is revealing. Motives of ministry that come from God are powerful and effective for the cause of Christ.

    True Christian Ministry on the Inside Verses one and two of chapter 6 are a continuation of verses 20-21 of chapter 5. Also at the end of this chapter, verse one of chapter 7 is part of what’s being said at the end of chapter 6. The truth is, the chapters and verses have butchered this letter! ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The No-One-Ever-Told-Me Syndrome Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Mar 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,412 views

    Unearth the motivation and reasoning behind Christ’s last words to his disciples in this breakdown of the Great Commission from Luke’s perspective.

    “The No-One-Ever-Told-Me Syndrome” Luke 24:45-53 (From “Easter Linebacker” video intro) TRANS: Again, not your best method for relating to your culture, but it sure makes us think, doesn’t it? It’s one way to open up the eyes of those round us, eh? Speaking of eyes being open, how about a quick ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Green Pastures"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Jul 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,556 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that the Lord provides spiritual nourishment, the comfort of life and fellowship for those who follow him.

    19 July 2009 Pentecost Sunday U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: The Lord provides spiritual nourishment, the comfort of life and fellowship for those who follow Him. REFERENCES: Green Pastures – a metaphor for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Give What You Have To Jesus"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Jul 26, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,904 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that regardless of what the need is in our lives, God (through Jesus) is able to meet it.

    26 July 2009 Pentecost Sunday U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: Regardless of what the need is in our lives, God is able to meet it. REFERENCES: Passover, the, a religious festival commemorating God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Funeral Arrangements For Life"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 8, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 19,064 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that Jesus spoke to Moses and Elijah about His departure and His Funeral Arrangements for Life.

    8 March 2009 Second Sunday in Lent U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: The Synopsis Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) share with us Peter, James, and John’s Mountaintop Experience with Jesus, Moses and Elijah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Small Groups - Overrated?

    Contributed by Jamey Stuart on Sep 29, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,346 views

    This message was used to motivate people to sign up for small groups - it worked too! Largest sign-up ever (over 250 people)

    Introduction: Should small groups be that hard? Should they be that scary? Today officially kicks off the sign-ups for our fall small group semester – and for the next month in every e-mail, in every message, in every gathering we have I will be talking about this great small group experience ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "How To Know The Difference Between Right And Wrong"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,267 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that WISE Christians will ask God to help them to know the difference between RIGHT and WRONG.

    24 August 2008 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris 504th Battlefield Surveillance Brigade (BfSB) Mission Readiness Exercise (MRX) Micro-WORD Service Fort Lewis, Washington BIG IDEA: WISE Christians will ask God to help them know the difference between RIGHT and WRONG. REFERENCES: 1 Kings ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Dare To Dream

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jul 26, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,184 views

    Without a dream (vision) we are still and dead. If we are to stay motivated, strong, and true to our God we must have a dream.

    DARE TO DREAM Genesis 37: 5-11 Introduction: When we are children we have great dreams. When born-again we are given a new dream; (Heaven) A woman told her husband, I dreamed you gave me a gold necklace What do you think it means?” “I don’t know, Valentine’s Day is coming soon, maybe you’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Informed Prayer

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 2, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,755 views

    Sermon explores the "intolerable tension" between what is and what ought to be as motivation for prayer. How the word informs our prayers is also addressed.

    Informed Prayer Daniel 9:1-19 9-20-09 Intro Jer 29:1-14 “Now these are the words of the letter that Jeremiah the prophet sent from Jerusalem to the remainder of the elders who were carried away captive -- to the priests, the prophets, and all the people whom Nebuchadnezzar had carried away captive ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Becoming A Great Commission Christian

    Contributed by Ty Tamasaka on Jul 26, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,494 views

    This message is geared to motivate believers to step out in faith to be "great commission Christians" who are willing to take a risk and share their faith in Jesus.

    Becoming a Great Commission Christian! ME When Jesus comes into our lives, things sure do change don’t they? I recall when I was a new believer, I used to work out at the gym all the time, and there was one occasion when a I wanted to use a rowing machine and noticed a towel on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Ken Harris avatar

    The Lord Is My Shepherd - What More Shall I Want?

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Sep 20, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,564 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that the Great Shepherd cares for his sheep so much that he supplies their heart's desires.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Comanche Chapel Memorial Ceremony for Private First Class – Diego Miguel Montoya Fort Hood, TX 14 September 2010 Big Idea: We should demonstrate our love for PFC Diego Miguel Montoya through our reflections, and honor, of his life as a MP Soldier; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal