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  • David Richardson avatar

    Motivation? Part Ii

    Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 22, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,820 views

    When we have our motivation focused correctly, that is, we are doing something for God, God will honor that dedication and commitment with blessing our lives.

    Title: What’s your Motivation? Part II Scripture: Acts 23 The following is by Paul Anka & Frank Sinatra As performed by Frank Sinatra Hit # 27 on the Top 40 charts in 1969 And now, the end is near, and so I face, the final curtain. My friend, I’ll say it clear, I’ll state my case, of which I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Motivating Other Believers

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,010 views

    We should never be content to see other Christians fall behind are be happy with their lack of growth.

    MOTIVATING OTHER BELIEVERS 2 Timothy 1:1-5 INTRODUCTION SIX PRINCIPLES OF MOTIVATION 1.) Authority 1-2 2.) Altruism (Unslefish Concern for and Devotion to the Welfare Of others) 2b 3.) Appreciation 3a 4.) Appeal 3b 5.) Affection ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Motivated By Terror 2

    Contributed by Irvin Mizell on Feb 25, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,990 views

    salvation from the word of God

    MOTIVATED BY TERROR. Part 2 By Rev. Irvin L. Mizell Two weeks ago we began to look at evangelism… Last week we began to look at the motivation of a great evangelist named Paul… And we found this remark by Paul in 2 Cor. 5:10 2co 5:10 For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Material, Method & Motive

    Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Oct 3, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,661 views

    Using the wrong Material, Method and motive to find God

    WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: THE MATERIAL, METHOD AND MOTIVE SEPTEMBER 23, 2001 P.M. “FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD, THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOSOEVER BELIEVETH IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE. FOR GOD SENT NOT HIS SON INTO THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Missions, Methods And Motivation

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 170 ratings
     | 13,296 views

    We know the command. We must do the work anyway we can. What will motivate us?

    I. MISSIONS ILL.- Oscar is a done deal. Who’s hot? And who’s not? And I say, who cares? God doesn’t care anymore about those people in Hollywood than He does you and me or the AIDS child in South Africa or the people of Papau New Guinea. We need to think about worldwide missions because God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Motivation For Holy Living

    Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,291 views

    Grace teaches us about godliness

    The motivation and tools for holy living Titus 2:11-14 (NIV) 11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. 12 It teaches us to say "No" to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, 13 while we wait for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Csi Jerusalem - The Motive Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 10, 2006
    based on 60 ratings
     | 19,594 views

    The "Motive" of Christ’s death on the cross is fairly clear in Scripture... but there are people who are offended by that message.

    OPEN: (We started the sermon playing the theme music for "CSI Miami". Then commented:) Some of you may be asking “What in the world was that?” That was the theme music from the hit TV show “CSI Miami”. There’s CSI, CSI Miami, and CSI New York… and for the next few weeks we’re going to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is Your Motive? Series

    Contributed by Mark Lennon on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 12,002 views

    Sermon Series on Malachi #8 Have you ever watched crime scene investigation shows? The very first question they try and answer is what was his motive. People all around our lives are watching us wondering what is his/her motive?

    Sermon Series on Malachi #8 What is your motive? Malachi 3:13-15 Have you ever watched crime scene investigation shows? The very first question they try and answer is what was his motive. People all around our lives are watching us wondering what is his/her motive? In the beginning here in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Motivated From Within Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Oct 7, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,407 views

    Be on guard to enable the right drive. Be on guard to motivate the right drive. You are either going to motivate the sinful nature or the Spirit of God in every situation in your life. The more you motivate, enable and act on the Spirit of God the more

    MOTIVATED FROM WITHIN Allan H. Kircher 28 Sept 08 What is your motivation, your drive, your ambition to continue in the world today? Are you crying deep within trying to seek God’s will in your life, but you just seem to continue in the ways of the world? The drive within you determines the road ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Motivation To Serve God

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 28, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 23,215 views

    Staying motivated while serving God can be difficult but God has given us keys for maintaining motivation in the Great Commission He’s called us to - these keys will help you stay focussed and energized towards the goal.

    Merriam-Webster’s Definition: Motivation is something, as a need or desire, that causes a person to act. Russ Akins – “Motivation is the measure of what it takes to overcome initial inertia and become activated towards some sort of accomplishment.” Introduction: One second before you die, if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Motivation For Soul Winning

    Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Jun 4, 2008
     | 10,314 views

    This sermon hopefully will help motivate fellow believers to get busy evangilizing the lost

    Motivation for Soul Winning Matt 28:19-20 I want us to look at soul winning today and some things that should motivate us to get busy. 1. Obedience a. God commands it (Matt 28:19-20) Go and preach and make disciples b. Be prepared (II Tim 4:2) Preach the Word; be prepared in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Message Of Motivation Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,395 views

    We must put first things first.

    [If you would like to receive free, weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com; you can also visit http://jonathan-mcleod.blogspot.com/] INTRODUCTION TO HAGGAI [Fill a large glass jar with fist-sized rocks] Is this jar full? [Dump in a jar of small rocks] Is the jar full now? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Right Motive For Fasting Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,991 views

    The benefits of truly fasting are enormous, but there are also dangers. We can fast for the wrong reasons. This is the point of this passage of scripture. Jesus will council us on the wrong and right motives for fasting.

    Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part 13 The right Motive for fasting Matthew 6:16-18 Introduction Fasting means to abstain from food for some religious or spiritual purpose. A study of the practiced by Jesus and by the great leaders of the bible reveals what God means by fasting. Very simply, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Martin Holland avatar

    A Victim Of Selfish Motives

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 5, 2012
     | 7,220 views

    There is generally one major thing that often stands between us doing God’s will and living a life of obedience unto Him and that one thing happens to be self.

    A Victim of Selfish Motives 1 Kings 22:1-28 Introduction: Ahab King of Israel after three years of peace between him and the Syrians decided he was going to contend with them for the city Ramoth in Gilead City facts: It was one of the most chief cities of the tribe of Gad. The city was about 28 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    Your Motivation Matters Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 17, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,479 views

    Examines the importance of Correct Motivation

    Christians are abnormal in their motivation YOUR MOTIVATION MATTERS 4/22/12 - Matthew 6:1-8, 16-21. Psychology Today magazine defines motivation as “the desire to do things. It's the difference between waking up before dawn to pound the pavement and lazing around the house all day. It's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist