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  • James Lee avatar

    We Were Made To Thrive Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 7, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,968 views

    I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing. It has been a blessing as well as a great help as I spend my days caring for my dying father. I kept some of the messages to share even after my Father passed way.

    We Were Made to Thrive Acts 20:22-25 Some think being a Christian means living a life as boring as watching paint dry and I’ve known some pretty boring Christians but it’s because they haven’t experienced the Christian life the way God intended it. God never intended for our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sin God Won’t Forgive Mark 3:28-30 Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 19, 2013
     | 11,601 views

    Parts of this message was adapted from a sermon by Pastor Jerry Shirley. Today I want to focus on the idea of “Have I crossed the line?” Have I committed the unforgivable sin? People often ask what is the “Unpardonable or the unforgivable sin”?

    A pastor asked his congregation this question. “Is there anyone here who has never sinned? If there is, please stand up.” Well In the back of the room John stood up. The pastor said “John, are you telling me that you have never sinned?” “No” said John, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Anointed One Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jan 21, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,891 views

    Jesus ushers in a new kingdom and, with it, a new purpose for His followers’ lives. A special sermon contribution from the SON OF GOD sermon packet for pastors, inspired by the SON OF GOD movie from Mark Burnett and distributed by 20th Century Fox.

    We live in an age of rapid change. Our lives, our surroundings, our routines are constantly changing— sometimes so fast that we don’t even notice it; we can’t keep track; we can’t keep up. In the process, things that once were necessities to us become quaint, obsolete, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    D-E-A-C-O-N

    Contributed by Larry Wilson on Oct 7, 2011
     | 5,083 views

    What are the biblical requirements for the office of deacon. In 1 Tim. 3:1-7 the requirements for pastor are given, and so we have a pulpit committee and perhaps even a background check. But 1 Tim. 3:8-13 makes it clear that we need to be careful in choos

    REQUIREMENTS FOR DEACONS 1 Timothy 3:8-13 THERE ARE AS MANY VERSES LISTING THE REQUIREMENTS OF DEACONS AS THERE ARE FOR PASTOR. A PASTOR MUST GO THROUGH AN INTENSE EXAMINATION, YET IN MANY CHURCHES DEACONS SLIDE ONTO THE BOARD UNCHECKED. THAT HAS NOT BEEN THE CASE AT CALVARY. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let Us Not Grow Weary Of Doing Good

    Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,765 views

    This is how we live as God’s people. 1.) We help restore those caught in sin. 2.) We help carry one another’s burdens. 3.) We support our pastor and the work of this congregation. 4.) We do what is good.

    Intro Why do we as a people want to support public schools, various health programs, water and sewer services, and Social Security? You might be thinking, “Well, it’s because I have to pay taxes.” Or on a day like today, July 4th, you might say that you are doing your patriotic duty as an ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Dealing With Tensions And Conflicts In Churches And Church Organisations – Practical Examination And Suggestions – Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 21, 2024
     | 737 views

    We need mature men in ministry, tried and tested and well established in the bible. Many times the pastor finds himself in the middle of problems and tensions, some serious, particularly when it comes to complaints about others. A cult following must not happen to any minister. Humility!

    DEALING WITH TENSIONS AND CONFLICTS IN CHURCHES AND CHURCH ORGANISATIONS – PRACTICAL EXAMINATION AND SUGGESTIONS – PART 4 Problems and tensions in the church often begin small and escalate. They can be difficult to remedy and this series of articles looks at some areas that cause tensions and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pag-Aasawa Sa Bibliya Para Sa Ika -21 Siglo

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 9, 2023
     | 1,818 views

    Buod: Ang Sermon na Ito ay Ibinigay Sa Isang Salu-salo Para sa mga Pastor At Kanilang Asawa Upang I-renew ang Kanilang Kasal. May plano ang Diyos para sa kasal at ito ay mabuti.

    Pag-aasawa sa Bibliya Para sa Ika -21 Siglo Ni Rick Gillespie- Mobley Efeso 5:21-4 Buod: Ang Sermon na Ito ay Ibinigay Sa Isang Salu-salo Para sa mga Pastor At Kanilang Asawa Upang I-renew ang Kanilang Kasal. May plano ang Diyos para sa kasal at ito ay ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Marriage Of The Lamb Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 12, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,258 views

    Years ago Pastor Alan Carr preached “A Marriage made in Heaven” where he talked about the marriage of the Lord Jesus as the catalyst for Heaven’s anthems of praise. Those in Heaven lift their voices in four “Hallelujah’s” (4 Specific praises to God)!

    We have arrived at an exciting portion of the Bible. After the dark, dreary chapters from 6 to 18 these verses gleam with the glory of Heaven. We are going to talk about the marriage super of the Lamb. You see, for the church, the end times shape up like this: In the Rapture, we will be Caught Up; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why I Don't Have A "Vision" Or "5 Year Plan" For Our Church

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jun 13, 2018
     | 4,787 views

    This is an abbreviated sermon used after my annual pastor's report to the congregation explaining why we do not have a written "business plan" for church growth. Instead it lays out the 3 foundational steps the Lord has put in my heart as I serve here.

    If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Romans 12:4-5 “Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Made Alive.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 13, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,658 views

    The famous Baptist pastor D.L. Moody used to say, “Some day, you will read in the papers that D.L. Moody of East Northfield is dead. Don’t believe a word of it! At that moment I shall be more alive than I am now!”

    Made Alive. Ephesians 2:1-22NIV The book of Ephesians was written some 70AD. The apostle Paul wrote this book from prison. What would make a man go to such extremes? -Paul had been made alive! He had a Damascus Road experience. -When you are made alive, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Invitation To The Table Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 2, 2025
     | 223 views

    We look at Communion 1 dimensionally and have reduced it to a cold, formal requirement. We sit. The pastor and elder tell us some stuff and the deacons pass us a tiny wafer and a minute glass of grape juice – job done. Communion over. Now potluck.

    October 04, 2025 Jesus calls us to remember and partake in the Communion meal with him. However, we look at Communion 1 dimensionally and have reduced it to a cold, formal requirement. We sit. The pastor and elder tell us some stuff and the deacons pass us a tiny wafer and a minute glass of ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Seizing The Moment

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 9, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 14,224 views

    A look at the life of Esther, and how we today can seize the moment in time that God places us in to make a dynamic impact!

    It is always a privilege to worship together, and I always consider it a privilege when we have a few moments to share together from God’s Word. In many ways, life is a collection of moments put together through the years. Some of these moments are fairly routine and do not seem to carry all that ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Simchat Torah - The Joy And Desire For God's Word

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 9, 2023
     | 1,836 views

    Simchat Torah – the Joy of GOD’s WORD (Torah). How do you respond to GOD’s WORD? Is it an integral part of your life? Do you find Joy in it? Or is it a burden to read it? GOD’s WORD gives joy and is a treasure chest that must be searched out and cherished. Allow GOD's WORD to change you forever!

    2023.10.08.Sermon Notes. Simchat Torah – The Joy of GOD’s WORD - Torah William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Simchat Torah – the Joy of GOD’s WORD (Torah). How do you respond to GOD’s WORD? Is it an integral part of your life? Do you find Joy in it? Or is it a burden to read it? GOD’s WORD gives joy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope For A New Millenium

    Contributed by Mary Lewis on Jun 11, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,549 views

    Finding hope, even in difficult time.

    Introduction Does a New Millennium Offer Hope? Happy New Year! Happy New Century & Happy New Millennium! Congratulations! You‘ve made it to the year 2000 – the long dreaded Y2K bug has proved to be less nuisance than the average mosquito. In the midst of my unpacking, I watched just a little bit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In Uncertain Times Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 9, 2025
     | 959 views

    In these uncertain days, trust Christ as your Savior, follow Him as your Servant, and obey Him as your Sovereign.

    At a conference in Houston, speaker Marti Ensign, a missionary to Africa, told of bringing some African pastors to the United States for a big meeting. During their free time, these Africans wanted to go shopping. Even though they were in a small town, Marti knew there was a chance someone might ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free