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  • Heather Wilson avatar

    Knowledge Seeks Understanding

    Contributed by Heather Wilson on Aug 18, 2018
     | 10,608 views

    Seeking knowledge from God pleases Him and helps us to discern and apply it correctly.

    We are given some background to this passage. David was King of Israel for forty years. He ruled seven years in Hebron and thirty-three years in Jerusalem. Solomon succeeded his father after a bit of a struggle for succession and you can read about it in First Kings, Chapter 1. We know a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Essence Of Jesus With Us

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 25, 2023
     | 846 views

    Jesus said we would have a helper so that we always pleased the LORD.

    The Essence of Jesus with Us Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 14:15-24 John 14:15 “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. 16 “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may be with you forever; 17 that is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A New Pattern For Life Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 17, 2017
     | 10,938 views

    Jesus shows us a pattern by which we can life a life that is pleasing to God!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The efficiency expert concluded his lecture with a note of caution: "You do not want to try these techniques at home!"  • "Why not?" asked a man from the audience.  • "After years of not paying attention, I suddenly noticed my wife's routine at breakfast," the expert ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Good Soldier Of Christ

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 23, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,197 views

    Every believer is enlisted as a kingdom soldier, commissioned to please the Lord and defend His cause.

    A Good Soldier of Christ Study Text: 2 Timothy 2:1 - 4 Introduction: - Believers in Christ are in a spiritual warfare. The devil, the world, and the flesh are the real enemies confronting them. - These spiritual enemies are out to destroy the testimony and effectiveness of the believer. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Heartily And Orderly

    Contributed by Grady Henley on Dec 31, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,752 views

    Take your ministry seriously. Do it heartily and orderly

    Heartily and Orderly Grady (Doc) Henley 4 Jan. 2002 INTRODUCTION: Prov. 10:26 As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him. Have you ever worked with or attempted to work an employee that was a sluggard by nature? Such a soul will indeed set your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called By God Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 13, 2000
    based on 101 ratings
     | 9,135 views

    God Called David to Service and Ministry

    David We know more about David than any other in the OT. He was a Shepherd. He learned how to be alone. He learned to commune with God and with the nature around him. He learned to fight with courage and skill. He was a Musician. The Bible speaks of his musical skill. He invented instruments. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Paul In Thessalonica Series

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 1, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,664 views

    Examines Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica

    Paul In Thessalonica Acts 17:1-9 Primary Purpose: To examine the teaching of Paul and his ministry. After leaving the church in Philippi under the care of Dr. Luke and others, Paul and his companions travel on to the largest city in Macedonia Thessalonica. This first verse covers a quick ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Climbing Even Higher: Necessary Notions

    Contributed by Calvin Turner on Mar 4, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,062 views

    4 "TIONS" for Spiritual and Ministry Growth

    Climbing Ever Higher: "Necessary NoTIONS" Talk about the climbing wall. Talk about the excitement. Talk about the difficulty. Talk about someone who is not ready to climb! ME! If I were going to make the climb up the new wall, there would be some necessary "NoTIONS" that I would need! The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Church On The Move Series

    Contributed by Darron Edwards on Feb 28, 2001
    based on 262 ratings
     | 19,131 views

    To encourage others to move higher in ministry

    CHURCH ON THE MOVE (Saint John 1:35-42) Message By Pastor Darron LaMonte Edwards, Sr. INTRODUCTION: "The Jeffersons" God needs a Church that will be on the move. Those of us who are redeemed can not have a REMOVED attitude. A REMOVED attitude says, "It’s not my problem; it’s not my concern." ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob AuBuchon avatar

    T.e.a.m. Life

    Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Mar 2, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 8,698 views

    As a TEAM ... Together Everyone Accomplishes Ministry.

    When you think of a team … probably the first thing that comes to mind is a sports team who is made up of many players on the same side and who work together to win the game. Do you see the Church as a team? Maybe not in sporting events, but in the definition of team, we are a team! Team: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Possibilities Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Scott Malone on Mar 1, 2005
    based on 47 ratings
     | 9,650 views

    Prayer is the power source for all ministry

    THE POSSIBILITIES OF PRAYER John 14:12-14 When I first started as a professional counselor, I came to that time when classes were done, practicums were over, and it was time to sit down with that first client who was going to actually pay money to talk to you. I remember the agony of the hour or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Time To Pass The Baton

    Contributed by Todd Bishop on May 3, 2006
    based on 37 ratings
     | 11,506 views

    Cultivating a Heart for ministry to children and youth.

    INTRODUCTION Have any of you ever watched a relay race? In a relay race the lead runner starts the race and when he finishes his first lap … he must hand off the “baton” to the next runner … timing is crucial in the transaction of the baton … as the lead runner is running … the next runner is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Daniel Series

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,790 views

    This sermon focuses on the life and ministry of Daniel.

    Introduction: Last week we began a series of sermons on Hero’s of the Faith, by talking about Moses. I was going to continue talking about Moses today, but then changed my mind. Instead I want to focus your attention on another great Hero of the faith, a man named Daniel. The story of Daniel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Want My Mtv.

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Dec 31, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,730 views

    I want Ministry, truth and vision.

    I want my mtv MTV (Music Television) is an American cable television network based in New York City. Launched on August 1, 1981, the original purpose of the channel was to show music videos, as well as other music news and events. Today, MTV broadcasts a variety of music, pop culture, youth ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Up A Tree -- Out On A Limb

    Contributed by David Gant on Jan 20, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,058 views

    Lessons from the ministry of Jesus to Zacchaeus.

    Up a Tree and out on a Limb – ZACCHAEUS TEXT: LUKE 19:1-10 I. What we can know about Zacchaeus 1. Not much known about him historically … we know more about the “job” he held. 1) Because of the name, as well as the people that surrounded him, we can know that he was Jewish. 2) Tax collector for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist