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  • David Elvery avatar

    Planning For The Kingdom

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,104 views

    God desires us to advance his kingdom through witness and service

    “Planning for the Kingdom – Luke 12:13-34” Gladstone Baptist Church – 9/1/07 am 1. We plan for our financial future, but we don’t plan for God’s kingdom. Vs 33b-34, 29-31OOPS We are now half way through January and most of you have returned to work. There has undoubtedly already been a lot of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moms Want Their Children To Do Well

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 20, 2013
     | 2,824 views

    The mother of the sons of Zebedee asked Jesus for a special gift that was not His to give.

    Feast of St. James 2013 Matthew 20 Then the mother of the sons of Zeb'edee came up to him, with her sons, and kneeling before him she asked him for something. 21 And he said to her, "What do you want?" She said to him, "Command that these two sons of mine may sit, one at your right hand and one at ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Radiating Christ In A Darkened World

    Contributed by Ed Hedding on Apr 28, 2014
     | 5,136 views

    We are called to do good works after salvation. This sermon encourages all who are Christ followers to use their spiritual gifts to support and serve the body and the body of mankind as well.

    Radiating Christ in a Darkening World Scripture Reading Mark 10: 35 - 45 35 And James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came up to him and said to him, “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” 36 And he said to them, “What do you want me to do for you?” 37 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Lessons From Andrew - Dealing With Racism, Evangelism & Humble Service

    Contributed by Ken Kersten on Apr 28, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,566 views

    This message examines the life of Andrew. He was a man that lived in the shadow of his brother and yet remained faithful in his service. He is an example of overcoming prejudice, sticking to the mission and humbly serving the Lord.

    Andrew - Living in Your Brother’s Shadow" John 1:35-42 (Watch clip from Friends - season five - "The One Where Phoebe Hates PBS" - show first 3 minutes - theme is all about whether or not there are truly selfless good deeds) Well, that’s a great question and one that we will come back to at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    My Soul Thirsts For God - All Saints Day Memorial Service

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,190 views

    A short talk given at our annual Memorial Service where we invite family members to come and give thanks for the life of a loved one who has died recently.

    Throughout my life I have been encouraged by the faith and by the actions of some very unlikely people. During the summer I spent some time talking to people with a variety of disabilities and impairments and I have to say I found myself both inspired and uplifted. Watching the Paralympics was ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Genesis 24 - God Has An Online Dating Service! - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jun 3, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,945 views

    The question the servant had to ask was "How do I find someone who will be compatible?" He decided to use GOD'S ONLINE HELP, the best and most successful dating site of all, accessed by the voice activated password - "PRAYER".

    Genesis 24 - GOD HAS AN ONLINE DATING SERVICE! - Part 2 "Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a match..." The most successful INTERNET DATING SITES today, according to Wikipedia, are very specific concerning those they target. To ensure compatibility many of them are advertised according to RACIAL OR ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Home In His Grace; Growing In Faith (A Homecoming Service Message)

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 26, 2024
     | 1,144 views

    This sermon emphasizes embracing our place in God's family, committing to spiritual growth, living as a dwelling place for His Spirit and is an invitation to find security, belonging, and love in God's grace and to continually grow in faith together as a church.

    Introduction Video Ill.: Welcome Home - Playback Media I say it too: Welcome home! Home, Sweet Home By Sermon Central [(Michael P. Green. (2000). 1500 illustrations for biblical preaching (68). Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books.) From a sermon by Matthew Kratz, Hope that Stands in the Storm] Copied ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Will Come Again!

    Contributed by Chris Layton on Sep 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,811 views

    The Fact That Jesus WILL Come again

    Jesus Will Come Again! Acts 1:4-11 There are seven truths about Jesus that every Christian must accept, without any doubt, because they are the basis for salvation of one’s soul and are necessary for faith. • Virgin Birth – conceived of the Holy Spirit; born of a virgin. • Sinless Life – Not even a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Babatunde Bello avatar

    Choose Where To Serve God

    Contributed by Babatunde Bello on Aug 8, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,275 views

    SERVICE TO GOD

    At churches globally, there are various Departments which cater for the different sectors of the ministry i.e. an avenue to serve God. Ushering Department The ushering department is responsible for ushering members of the congregation into designated seats or areas in the auditorium. They are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    This Changes Everything

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 5, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 17,984 views

    A Sunrise service

    This Changes EVERYTHING!!!! Matthew 28:1-9 I can only imagine how hollow and numb Joseph must have felt. By his side walked the equally numb and subdued Nicodemus. They walked without saying a word. In his hand, Joseph carried a letter; Nicodemus carried a bag, large and heavy. They walked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Significance Of Feet Washing

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025
     | 903 views

    Jesus used feet washing as a symbol of humility, service, cleansing, and spiritual renewal.

    THE SIGNIFICANCE OF FEET WASHING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 13:14 "If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another's feet." Supporting Texts: Exodus 30:18-21, Psalm 119:133, John 13:4-17, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Philemon

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 16, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
     | 12,478 views

    Are you a profitable servant?

    Philemon A lot of people neglect this little book between Titus and Hebrews. My guess is because it deals with a subject that is a political hot potato. No one wants to discuss slavery. Many folks wonder why Paul did not just tell Philemon to sell all his slaves now that he is a Christian. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Rich Christians In A Guilded Age Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,718 views

    James confronts those who pursue wealth to assess the cost to their spiritual health.

    JAMES 5:1-6 RICH CHRISTIANS IN A GILDED AGE “Come now, you rich, weep and howl for the miseries that are coming upon you. Your riches have rotted and your garments are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver have corroded, and their corrosion will be evidence against you and will eat your flesh like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Our Great Purpose Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 30, 2011
     | 5,050 views

    Exploring the principles of serving one another in the assembly with the gifts God has provided.

    “Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy. For one who speaks in a tongue speaks not to men but to God; for no one understands him, but he utters mysteries in the Spirit. On the other hand, the one who prophesies speaks to people for their upbuilding ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Leaders Are Called To Do

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jan 11, 2014
     | 9,928 views

    Leaders are equippers. It requires hard work. It renders our work to become more effective. It rests on teaching the word of God.

    One of the most thought-­‐provoking articles I’ve read lately is “8 Reasons Most Churches Never Break the 200 Attendance Mark.”1 Now the author Carey Nieuwhof is not saying that it is a sin to be a small church. He just analyzed why it stays small. Nieuwhof clarifies that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist