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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    My Vision

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 11, 2007
     | 2,431 views

    This is the vision statement given by me at Church at the Mission before the congregation vote for the new Lead Pastor.

    Matthew’s Vision Statement for Church at the Mission (CATM) – November 11, 2007 I’ve been asked to share a little about my vision for CATM. Vision is an important thing. God says that without a vision, the people perish. Vision is partly a dream, partly a goal or objective; it is partly a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fully Equipped

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 9, 2007
     | 7,471 views

    This message introduces and explains the Ephesians 4 equipping gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher.

    FULLY EQUIPPED The Equipping Gifts (Ephesians Chapter 4) Pastor Eric J. Hanson Introduction: God Wants Us All to Become Mature. The plan of God, as revealed in His word, the Bible, is for every believer in Jesus Christ to grow up spiritually and become more and more like Jesus as time goes by. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "He Is Not Here, For He Has Risen”

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 28, 2005
    based on 194 ratings
     | 71,108 views

    An Easter Sunrise Service sermon inspired by the devotional book, "Morning Manna" by Pastor Steve Gaines

    “He Is Not Here, For He Has Risen” Matthew 28:6 OPENING JOKE: A little girl was asked by her Sunday school teacher, “What is today?” “Easter” she said confidently. “What happened on Easter”, asked the teacher? She replied, “Jesus came out of the tomb…and if He sees His shadow He goes back in for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Narnia: Living In Their World Series

    Contributed by Jorge Acevedo on Jan 8, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,532 views

    In this message, pastor Jorge compares essential elements of the Narnia story as they relate to our lives today.

    December 12, 2005 Lakecrest Community Baptist Church Pastor Jorge L. Acevedo Series: Narnia Explored “Living In Their World” We begin today with a new series of messages called “Narnia Explored.” Of course, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe opened in theaters Friday. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Bradford avatar

    Everybody Needs A Nathan

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 19, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,687 views

    This sermon is about the "Nathan’s" of this world who confront the sin, specifically of the pastorate or Leadership of the Church.

    I. How do we deal with the demands of ministry? -the demands take their toll on the pastorate. -illustraition: Jesus walking comes to lame man crying (heals him). He comes to a blind man crying out (heals him). Comes to a man and woman sitting in the ditch crying. "Why are you crying?" (asks ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Don't Muzzle The Ox

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,164 views

    The relationship between a Pastor/Teacher and their members is a subject that is never stressed enough within the body of Christ.

    Text: Galatians 6:6 There is no position in the 5 fold ministry that is more important than that of the Pastor /Teacher. The relationship between a Pastor/Teacher and their members is a subject that is never stressed enough within the body of Christ. Our text is dealing with the students ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Blake Inscore avatar

    Farewell

    Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 25, 2008
    based on 37 ratings
     | 40,943 views

    This was my final sermon at Michigan Heights Baptist Church after 10 wonderful years as their Pastor.

    Introduction: Today is my last Sunday as your Pastor, and I want to offer my farewell sermon based on the farewell that Paul gave to the leaders from the Church at Ephesus. I. The Past (17-21) 17Now from Miletus, he sent to Ephesus and called for the elders of the church. 18And when they came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called To Be Priests

    Contributed by John Quigley on Jun 30, 2013
     | 5,551 views

    There are those who are called to be Priests or Pastors, but the whole body of Christians are called to actually be the Priesthood of Believers.

    According to Peter, all are called to the Priesthood, the family of God is a Royal Priesthood. "But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; who once ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Only Jesus

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 24, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,623 views

    This is a good friday service wherethere were 3 other pastor's speaking. (8 Min. Long)

    Only Jesus Text: Matthew 27: 32-44 32 Now as they came out, they found a man of Cyrene, Simon by name. Him they compelled to bear His cross. 33 And when they had come to a place called Golgotha, that is to say, Place of a Skull, 34 they gave Him sour wine mingled with gall to drink. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Testimony That Pleases God

    Contributed by Larry Finley on Sep 29, 2009
     | 4,539 views

    Outline used for Funeral of Pastor Friend, with some modifications and then preached the next Sunday AM Service.

    A TESTIMONY THAT PLEASES GOD 9/20/09 Hebrews 11:5 A. CLEAR TESTIMONY 1. Salvation Acts 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. a. Singularity of salvation Neither is there salvation in any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Under The Blood

    Contributed by David Demola on May 21, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,117 views

    Pastor Demola speaks of the authority available to Christians when they’re washed in the blood of Jesus.

    Last week I read several verses to you from the Book of Revelation--Revelation, chapter 1, verses 5 and 6, and Revelation, chapter 5, verses 9 and 10; that because of the blood of Jesus, we have been made kings and priests unto God. I talked to you about what a king should do. A king has absolute ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Recognizing Your Dna: Destiny, Nature, Authority

    Contributed by David Demola on May 21, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 24,325 views

    Pastor Demola encourages Christians to live in full knowledge of their God-given destiny, nature and authority.

    Open your Bibles to Luke chapter 11. I want you to do me a favor today, will you? I need everybody to kind of get your right hand out, get your right hand out like this. Everybody get your right hand out. Got it out? This is what I want you to do. I’m putting my thinking cap on. Tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Who May Come To The Lord? -Father's Day

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,213 views

    Every Father remembers things, expressions, traits their father displayed. Very helpful for any pastor.

    Who May Come to the Lord? Psalm 24:1-5NLT The story is told of a father of five children who came home with a toy. He summoned his children and asked which of them should be given the present. "Who is the most obedient one here? Who never talks back to Mom and does everything that Mom says to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Kyle Sullivan avatar

    Letter #1 "Dear Ephesus: Is This Love?" Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011
     | 3,027 views

    Sermon Series on the 7 letters to the churches in Revelation with help from Pastor Ken D. Trivette

    Three Things: Commends Condemns Commands 1) Jesus Commends Ephesus: Vs. 2 "I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance." For how diligence they were in their service! Labor--describes "toiling to the point of exhaustion." And for how faithful they were in suffering! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Letter #2 "Dear Smyrna: Keep On Keeping On!" Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011
     | 3,135 views

    Sermon Series on the 7 letters to the churches in Revelation with help from Pastor Ken D. Trivette

    Two Things: Commends Commands The History of Smyrna: Acts 17:5-8 Smyrna--means bitter which origins come from "myrrh" that is a perfume that comes from being crushed and beaten. Polycarp--was the pastor at Smyrna and martyred, burned alive in A.D. 155. 1) Jesus Commends Smyrna: Vs. 9-10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist