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The Influence Of A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 2, 2024

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We need godly leaders who will follow the Lord’s direction and engage in the Kingdom work. Successful leaders must be able to influence others to join them in the task God has given – effectively casting a vision that others will embrace and follow.

The Influence of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 2: 9-20 Can you imagine the excitement and anticipation that Nehemiah must’ve felt at this point in life? God had placed a great burden on his heart for the needs in Jerusalem. There was great devastation, a tremendous task to undertake. He was in a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

When Christians Wage War

Contributed by Lee Modlin on Dec 16, 2007

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A sermon I wrote for my Expository Preaching class. The outline has powerpoint notes. The presentation is available via e-mail if you are interested.

SLIDE ONE (WHEN CHRISTIANS WAGE WAR) I want you to imagine the following scene as I describe it…if you can, imagine yourself in such a situation at work or at school. SLIDE TWO (MAN ON STEPS) 1-Opening illustration: Description of the board member/minister standing outside of the church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Call To God’s People"

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 10, 2015

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God's Call

Haggai 1:1-15 "The Call to God’s People" 520 BC; Sixteen years earlier, in 536 BC, the Persian emperor Cyrus had issued a decree permitting the Jewish exiles in Babylon to return to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple (Ezra 1:2-4). ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Holiness

How To Please God

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Oct 23, 2023

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We can’t live up to our own expectations any more than we can live up to everyone else’s demands. For a Christian, the goal is not to please self, but to please God.

Alba 10-22-2023 HOW TO PLEASE GOD I Thessalonians 2:1-8 Back in 1975 Rick Nelson recorded a song called “Garden Party.” The song tells about the day he learned the truth: "You can’t please everyone." If you remember the TV show, Ozzie and Harriet, you know that Ricky Nelson was one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Constitutes Good Preaching? Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 29, 2008

based on 13 ratings

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What Constitutes Good Preaching? Micah 2:6-13 Intro A lot of preaching takes place each week. In America alone, five million sermons a year are preached. In large cities, in small towns, and in the country, people assemble to hear sermons. People

What Constitutes Good Preaching? Micah 2:6-13 Intro A lot of preaching takes place each week. In America alone, five million sermons a year are preached. In large cities, in small towns, and in the country, people assemble to hear sermons. People also listen to sermons on radio, television, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 2:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

When God Provides, Do His Will Series

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Nov 7, 2006

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Knowing and Understanding the Provision of God - sermon 2 in Under Construction series

When God Provides, Do His Will Nehemiah 2:1-20 As we learned last week, Nehemiah was a man who was burdened for the loss of the city of Jerusalem. He was burdened to the point of giving his burden to the Lord through prayer and supplication. Through his mourning, weeping, fasting, and prayer, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Commitment

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 20, 2005

based on 40 ratings

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A sermon about commitment as the key to revival.

Commitment Psalms 37:1-5, Note verse five, “Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.” Intro: In order to have revival this week, there are many things that we will need in abundance. First and foremost is the power of God, but that is something we can not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Unity

Contributed by Ronald Campbell, Iv on Nov 23, 2003

based on 26 ratings

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How’s God’s Vision brings about unity, which can ultimately bring about Victory

I. Introduction a. The other day I was in a parking lot. It was a normal calm day, the weather great a breeze kept it cool and from getting to hot, just the right amount of clouds were out and the sun was weaving in and out of the clouds as guided shadows graced along the cars and blacktop. Over ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Message Delivered Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Sep 10, 2007

based on 31 ratings

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In order to faithfully obey God’s call to be messengers of His gospel, we need to see the obstacles that we will face. But not only do we need to see the obstacles, we need to be able to overcome them like Amos did.

1. Introduction a. A messenger of God will face personal opposition (10) b. A messenger of God will face verbal misrepresentation (11) c. A messenger of God will face sensible temptation (12-13) i. Wouldn’t it be nice to go home? ii. Eat your home cooking? iii. It’s OK to prophesy—just don’t do it ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:10-17, Amos 7:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord’s Ultimate Victory

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 24, 2014

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Psalm 2 speaks of rebellious mankind, and about Jesus. It has been called the drama of the ages. It contains an important announcement concerning the outcome of events and forces at work in the world today.

2-15-05 Title: The Lord’s Ultimate Victory Text: Psalm 2 Introduction There are three types of messianic psalms within the book of psalms. There are the “direct messianic,” which contain the prophesies of Christ’s coming, and relate to Him alone (such as Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In Love, Light & Wisdom!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 17, 2018

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Walking in Love, Light & Wisdom – Ephesians chapter 5 verses 1-21 – Sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Walk in Love (vs 1-2): • we are Gods children (vs 1) • we are dearly loved (vs 1) • we are indebted (vs 2) (2). Walk As Children of Light (vs 3-14) • we are saints (vs 3-4) • we are kings (vs 5-6) • we are light (vv. 7-14) (3). Walk in Wisdom (vs 15-21): • we need to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Brethren

How To Lose Your Health, Wealth, And Reputation All At Once

Contributed by Todd Riley on Feb 22, 2006

based on 21 ratings

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The danger of adultery. It’s consequences. How to avoid it.

Islington Baptist Church February 19, 2006 Proverbs 5 Proverbs 6:20-35 How to lose your health, wealth, and reputation all at once On Wednesday Keith dropped by my office. In the midst of our conversation he asked me what I was doing to protect myself from sexual immorality. In case you are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Sharing Church Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 27, 2007

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The second in a series of messages based on our the 3 points of our church’s purpose statement: "Seek God, Share Christ, & Serve Others."

“THE SHARING CHURCH” Acts 4:8-31 INTRO – Football season is upon us. How many of you are ready for it? Looking forward to it? I know these guys seated down here in front are ready. Monday Night Football kicks off September 10! Football is a game of strategy, hard hits, and determination. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-31

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Discount Smallness

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 24, 2014

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Often we get discouraged because our labors for Christ seem fruitless or insignificant. We feel that we are too small or lack the resources to accomplish anything. Don't quit or give up. Understand that there is too small or insignificant to God.

Don't Discount Smallness Zechariah 4:6-10 In the Old Testament book of Ezra, we read that Cyrus king of Persia makes the decree to rebuild the House of the Lord at Jerusalem. Cyrus sends out a call for any of the Jews who had been in exile yet remained faithful to God to go and to be a part of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Man For All Seasons

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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A message for Baptist Men’s Day.

A MAN FOR ALL SEASONS Nehemiah 2 INTRO: A sports personality who participates in more than one sport is referred to as a man for all seasons. Nehemiah was a true man for all seasons. He mastered the seasons of stress and success. When we first meet him in Scripture, he was a slave. But he became ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

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