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  • Rickey Shive avatar

    A Lukewarm Church

    Contributed by Rickey Shive on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 431 ratings
     | 122,712 views

    A sermon designed to motivate complacent Christians to become more committed and involved in the church.

    Introduction: When I was a kid growing up on the farm, one of the annual jobs I always looked forward to was the "chicken harvest." I guess I should apologize in advance for the somewhat graphic nature of this illustration; however, it best illustrates my point. Nonetheless, I looked forward to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding God In Our Lives SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 935 views

    The pursuit of God is based on a decision and motivated by a firm conviction. Reaching this level requires an effort that few are motivated to take. Here is a reflection on what Isaiah speaks about this.

    The search for God is a decision motivated by a strong conviction. It requires effort that few are willing to make. In this reflection, we will explore what Isaiah says about seeking God. Isaiah 55:6-7 (NIV) "Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake ...read more

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  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    What Love Does To Us

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 18, 2013
     | 6,150 views

    Love is a powerful motivator and our lives should be lived from a foundation of love.

    What Love Does To Us June 16, 2013 Intro: We’ve already had a full meal – on Scripture, on the depth of poetry in music expressed as prayers of our hearts, on the celebration of new life and a family committed to have Jesus as the center, and on the testimony of faith of a man in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wholehearted Servanthood Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 14, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 15,773 views

    In today’s lesson we see five important motivations for wholehearted servanthood.

    Scripture Two weeks ago I began a four-week series of messages titled, Wholehearted Generosity. Wholehearted generosity refers to a person who is completely and sincerely and authentically generous. Wholehearted generosity begins with wholehearted commitment, which was the topic of the first ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    No Bible No Power Know The Bible Know The Power

    Contributed by Eddie Robinson on Jun 2, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,531 views

    This sermon is written with the idea of motivating a person to become a Bible reader.

    No Bible No Power Know the Bible Know the Power Catch phrase: Grab the Word 23 The same day came to him the Sadducees, which say that there is no resurrection, and asked him, 24 Saying, Master, Moses said, If a man die, having no children, his brother shall marry his wife, and raise up seed unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Would Jesus Do About The Upcoming Election Series

    Contributed by Tim Najpaver on Oct 23, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 13,763 views

    To motivate Christians to allow their faith to be their primary influence at election time.

    WHAT WOULD JESUS DO ABOUT THE APPROACHING ELECTION? Romans 13:1 I heard on a talk show this week someone comment on the fact that both candidates for president have made their faith a paramount issue in their political debates. That commentator remarked, “What a person believes really ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Reward Factor Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 8,371 views

    part 10 in Sermon on the Mount series looks at our motives.

    As we get back into the Sermon on the Mount and start to look at Matthew Chapter six we are immediately confronted with the question, "What is the place of the reward motive in the Christian’s life?" Are we good for goodness sake or are we good in order to get the carrot at the end of the stick or ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    "Just In Time"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 26, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 8,049 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to have UNWAVERING FAITH in God.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia BIG IDEA: GOD MAY NOT COME EXACTLY WHEN YOU WANT HIM TO - BUT HE’S ALWAYS “ON TIME” … REFERENCES: Genesis 21:5 (And Abraham was an hundred years old when Isaac was born); Genesis 22:2-9 (And Abraham rose early … with his son Isaac … ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Evidence Of True Love

    Contributed by Mark Beaird on May 14, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 10,994 views

    Note the reasons that the love of God motivates our hearts to action.

    THE EVIDENCE OF LOVE © 2001 Mark Beaird Text: 1 John 3:16-18 What is your picture of someone who is truly poor? In Hollywood there is an exclusive school attended by children of movie stars, producers, and directors. Asked to write a composition on the subject of poverty, one little girl ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Moving To New Levels Of Worship

    Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Oct 16, 2002
    based on 198 ratings
     | 14,626 views

    This is a message to motivate the Body of Christ to move to new levels of worship.

    If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Moving to New Levels of Worship Pastor Jerry C. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Ant-Ligent!”

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Jun 12, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,007 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to WORK and EARN their living; and NOT TO BE FREELOADERS.

    Proverbs 6:6-11 (KJV) U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker Multicultural Gospel Service Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: The believer who is capable of working SHOULD WORK and EARN his/her living. REFERENCES: 2 Thessalonians 3:10b (… that if any would not work, neither should he eat); Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Law Of Liberty Series

    Contributed by Tim George on Apr 19, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 7,747 views

    What is it that motivates us to live the Christian life? It is the Law of Liberty.

    So speak and so do as those who will be judged by the law of liberty. (James 2:12) Once when Alabama was playing Auburn, Coach Bear Bryant sent in his 2nd string quarterback with instructions to run on every play and he had better not pass the ball. Alabama led by three points and only had to run ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Breaking Our Silence!!!

    Contributed by Paul Kaiwi on Oct 19, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,531 views

    This sermon will motivate christians to step out in faith and reach their communities.

    Aloha I Ke Akua Christian Fellowship Senior Pastor Paul A. Kaiwi, Jr., M.D. Sunday Morning Service September 3, 2006 Breaking Our Silence!!! JOKE: Passengers aboard a luxurious cruise ship were having a great time until a baby girl fell overboard. Immediately there was an 80 year old man in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Benevolence According To Jesus

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 31, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,203 views

    In the eyes of the Master our motive for practising benevolence is extremely important.

    “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. “Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Commission Series

    Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Mar 17, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,791 views

    This message considers the message, meaning and motive of New Testament evangelism

    I. THE GREAT COMMISSION 15And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. 16He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. 17And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational