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  • Gordon McCulloch avatar

    How To Enter God’s Heavenly Kingdom.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Oct 15, 2023
     | 1,411 views

    An easy-to-read parable, but with the most powerful of meanings. It’s a bit scary in times but it clearly outlines our purpose in life, and the consequences; encouraging others to follow Jesus.

    Introduction: Years ago, I was introduced and became fascinated with the topics on the kingdom of heaven, however if I was to introduce or even describe this kingdom, I would not use this morning reading to do so, because although this reading appears relatively easy to follow, it is rather ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    How To Enter God’s Heavenly Kingdom.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Oct 15, 2023
     | 743 views

    An easy-to-read parable, but with the most powerful of meanings. It’s a bit scary in times but it clearly outlines our purpose in life, and the consequences; encouraging others to follow Jesus.

    Introducción: Hace años, me presentaron y quedé fascinado con los temas sobre el reino de los cielos, sin embargo, si tuviera que presentar o incluso describir este reino, no usaría esta lectura de la mañana para hacerlo, porque aunque esta lectura parece relativamente ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Revived In God's Love: Revisioning

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 20, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,371 views

    Post-revival sermon, calling us to see in our midst the possibilities of the new Jerusalem -- a church/community built on the basis of the old one, where all persons of all backgrounds are invited by our people and where those with challenges are given he

    My mother had the habit of walking with her eyes fixed on the ground. Wherever we would go, my father and my brother and I would be looking all around, enjoying what there was to see, but mother would be plodding along behind us, looking at the ground. We used to tell her, “You’re missing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lifesongs Of Caregiver & Activist Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,802 views

    Our 7th and final message in the series “Lifesongs: Lives of Worship.” We started our series with an Invitation to Worship and an examination of what it means to have a Heart of Worship. We then have looked more closely at seven different Lifesongs or l

    LIFESONGS OF CAREGIVER & ACTIVIST Part 7 in series, “LifeSongs*: Lives of Worship” Rev. Todd Leupold Perth Bible Church Sunday February 24, 2008 AM * Title inspired by the name of the song and album by “Casting Crowns.” Overall series inspired and, to some degree adapted, from the writings of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Amazing Works

    Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,331 views

    Who is our FOCUS, PURPOSE AND DELIVERANCE?

    Title: God’s Amazing Works! Text: Joshua 3 Introduction: We have never been this way before ‒ One thing that we know is certain is that things change. (20 Year Reunion) ‒ Look at yourself in the mirror. ‒ Listen to the music on the radio. ‒ Watch a little TV. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sir, We Would See Jesus

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 7, 2023
     | 1,806 views

    This message looks at the ways people can see Jesus in us today

    PALM SUNDAY 2023 JOHN 12:17–21 NOW THE CROWD THAT WAS WITH HIM WHEN HE CALLED LAZARUS FROM THE TOMB AND RAISED HIM FROM THE DEAD CONTINUED TO SPREAD THE WORD. 18 MANY PEOPLE, BECAUSE THEY HAD HEARD THAT HE HAD PERFORMED THIS SIGN, WENT OUT TO MEET HIM. 19 SO THE PHARISEES SAID TO ONE ANOTHER, “SEE, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evangelical PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,104 views

    Emphasizes the Christian call to action to share Christ's love, make disciples, and the necessity of love, even in challenging circumstances.

    Good morning, beloved family, friends, and visitors. We are here today, gathered in this sacred space, in the presence of God. We are here to learn, to grow, to find comfort and hope in His word. We are here to be part of something bigger than ourselves, to be part of His kingdom. G.K. Chesterton ...read more

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    Major Adjustments Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 23, 2003
    based on 120 ratings
     | 17,798 views

    Part 6 of series on Blackaby’s Experiencing God: All are called to make adjustments to be disciples, regardless of personality. We have to give up old habits, change our time use, redirect our finances, to enter this city and change it.

    The old farmer claimed that he could command his mule with nothing more than a few soft words, no whips or prods necessary. She would respond, he claimed, with nothing more than gently spoken commands. So his buddy down at the feed store asked for a demonstration. “Prove to me that your old mule ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building Our Faith On A Firm Foundation. Hebrews 11

    Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 16, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,058 views

    A message about building our faith for the purpose God has for us in this world we live in.

    "Building Our Faith on a Firm Foundation" Hebrews 11:1 Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You Do The Math Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 6, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,714 views

    Spiritual reproduction is the natural outcome of a people with right priorities.

    YOU DO THE MATH Acts 2:42-47 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: SPIRITUAL REPRODUCTION IS THE NATURAL OUTCOME OF A PEOPLE WITH RIGHT PRIORITIES. Type: Inductive The ____ priority… I. DEVOTION II. WORSHIP [AWE] III. UNITY IV. GRACE [GENEROSITY] V. JOY PA: How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "how To Discover Your Purpose In Life."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 16, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,238 views

    Have you ever questioned your true purpose on Earth? Don't worry, you're not alone. Discovering your purpose can be a life-changing experience that gives direction and meaning to your life. Your purpose is the driving force behind your vision, making it an essential aspect of your life.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Jeremiah 1:5) "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations." (Jeremiah 29:11) "For I know the plans I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    3 Counter Offensives Of The Church

    Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,393 views

    The church is not a fortress, but a force, and therefore must implement 3 counteroffensives in response to our enemy’s attacks!

    The Church’s Three Counteroffensives to Our Enemies Attacks Acts 8 17 Nov 2002 INTRODUCTION: We are going to return to our broad outline for understanding Acts, you’ll remember the theme is THE START OF SOMETHING GREAT. While our three major points were: 1. Being a witness in Jerusalem (1:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Randall Bates avatar

    Reverence, Not Rigor-Mortis: A Call To Genuine Worship

    Contributed by Randall Bates on Dec 17, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,579 views

    Genuine worship comes from the heart, is spontaneous, new, congregational, joyful, and affects our daily life

    REVERENCE NOT RIGOR-MORTIS: A CALL TO GENUINE WORSHIP 2 CORINTHIANS 3.17, JOHN 4. 24, PSALM 149. 1 - 9 One of the most recurring things we hear about church is that it is boring. Many folks won’t come out & openly say it, but they don’t come because it is boring. This causes a great concern to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Brown avatar

    Effectively Ministering To The Entire Family Of God Series

    Contributed by Dan Brown on Nov 27, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,304 views

    Part 4 of our mission/vision series. How we as a church plan to minister to the whole family.

    Sermon-10/1/06-F: Family-Effectively Minister to the entire Family of God Titus 2:1-8 Turn to mark 3 Review-Mission Statement L-Love God, Love Others I-Impact Our Community F-Family of God Part of our vision is that we desire to minister to the entire family of God. Pray Read mark 3:31-35- “And ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "Three F's Of Church Ministry"

    Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Jun 12, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,245 views

    There are many aspects to our ministry within the church, here are three as given by Paul; that are critical to ministry effectiveness

    • In Ephesians 2:19-22; Paul is explaining to the Church of Ephesus the importance of the presence of the Spirit within the church • Many churches have services but having services does not equate to experiencing God • John 4:24: “God is a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship him in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist