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  • Norm Story avatar

    Be Ready - Persevere

    Contributed by Norm Story on May 18, 2001
    based on 215 ratings
     | 26,084 views

    The challenge of faithfully living prepared and ready

    "Be Ready – Persevere for the Long Journey" Psalm 78:1-7 Matthew 25:1-13 When I was a Boy Scout, I remember how the younger scouts struggled and suffered on long hiking-camping trips; because they always seemed to bring so much of the wrong stuff. They’d come loaded down with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Can These Bones Really Live

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,137 views

    A message for preparing the church for upcoming revival.

    Can These Bones Really Live? Isaiah 43:18-19 Monte T. Brown July 31, 2005 Sunday Morning First Baptist Riverton Introduction We are approaching our Revival very quickly and there is a lot that needs to be done. We need to get the word out. We need to be spending time ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Trouble With Trials

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,405 views

    In this message we are seeking to correct some misinformation concerning the true nature of trials.

    "The Trouble with Trials" 1 Peter 4:12-13 1 Peter 4:12 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: 13 But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Quit Your God-Job

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 22, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,029 views

    One way the Holy Spirit shows itself in the Church is through people putting their gifts to work - doing their God-Jobs, in the life and ministry of the Church.

    Title: Don’t Quit Your God-Job Text: Romans 12:1-8 Thesis: One way the Spirit of God shows itself in the Church is through people putting their skills to work in the life and ministry of the Church by serving. Introduction Apparently nurses are fairly immune from unemployment. I recently ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Common Colt For An Uncommon King

    Contributed by James Stophel on Jun 6, 2014
     | 10,717 views

    Palm Sunday Message

    A Common Colt for an Uncommon King Text: Zechariah 9:9-10, Mark 11:1-10 Palm Sunday Intro: Have you ever paid close attention to how automakers test the safety of their cars? They use dummies – crash dummies that is. These automakers that test their vehicles use dummies to simulate what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Serving God In Difficult Times Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 30, 2023
     | 10,891 views

    Paul set us a good example of serving God through his afflictions, with fortitude and with integrity.

    It is amazing and beautiful to see how Paul comes to know God and experience Him as the God of all comfort despite his trials and tribulations. • Most people would complain about their sufferings and question God. “Why me?” and “What this?” when we have been serving Him so faithfully? • Some may ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Strong Enough To Serve

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025
     | 158 views

    Jesus grants authority not for control but for compassion; strength flows through humility, and true greatness is found at the basin of service.

    There are few sights more moving than real authority wrapped in humility. It’s rare. We’re accustomed to power that postures, rank that separates, and leadership that needs to be noticed. Every now and then, we glimpse the beauty of someone who is both strong and gentle—someone who knows exactly ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Living In Troubled Times - A Good Friday Meditation Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 4, 2009
    based on 38 ratings
     | 16,599 views

    A meditation for a Good Friday service.

    We Live In Troubled Times – A Good Friday Meditation “We live in troubled times.” I have heard that statement before – haven’t you? It seems that every generation speaks of “troubled times”. And it seems we don’t have to wait on the next generation or even the next decade to speak of “troubled ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Behind The Scenes Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 24, 2012
     | 5,455 views

    Ancient spiritual disciplines, when incorporated in to our lives, prepare us for the coming of Jesus and enable us to prepare the world for the coming of Jesus.

    Luke 4:16-30 "Behind the Scenes" INTRODUCTION There are times when pithy statements stick in my mind, and I keep reflecting on them. One such statement is "If you don't know where you're going, you'll always get there." I see the reality of this statement every day. Most of us, I believe, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Demonstrating Your Power Source-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014
     | 6,009 views

    1 of 4. Paul demonstrated/confirmed the Spirit’s power thru his manner of witness to the church at Corinth. How/When is a Christian’s power source confirmed/demonstrated? 5 demonstrations of one’s power source.

    DEMONSTRATING YOUR POWER SOURCE—1Corinthians 2:1-5 Attention: The customer in the Italian restaurant was so pleased that he asked to speak to the chef. The chef proudly appears from the kitchen & introduces himself to the customer. "Your alfredo is superb," the customer said. "I just spent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cause For Commendation Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005
    based on 104 ratings
     | 31,393 views

    Expository sermon dealing with Paul’s commendation to these Christians for their (1)Service for the Lord (2)Receptivity to the Lord (3)Evangelistic Influence. Movie clip from "About Schmidt" as a contrast to these believers

    Cause for Commendation 1Thessalonians 1:1-10[1] 10-10-04 Intro If God were writing a letter to us this morning, what do you think He would say? What would He commend and what would He correct? In the first few chapters of Revelation Jesus is walking among the candlesticks. His eyes are as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • David Owens avatar

    Serve One Another Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 30, 2023
     | 3,687 views

    One of the best ways for us to love one another is to serve one another. Christ has set us free so that we can serve. Jesus is our greatest example of how to be a servant. There is always some way and someone we can serve.

    Introduction: A. I read about a minister who was organizing opportunities for people in his church to do small acts of kindness in the community as a demonstration of Christ’s love. 1. He phoned several neighborhood grocery stores and asked for permission to serve their customers. 2. As he talked ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Serving Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 28, 2024
     | 2,669 views

    One of God's major objectives for us is to be conformed into the image of His Son and one of the primary ways God wants us to conform to the likeness of Jesus is in our service. Jesus came to serve and to give and so we must also serve and give.

    A. One day a weathy woman was interviewing a prospective butler and asked him, “Are you trained to serve guests?” 1. The prospective butler replied “Yes, ma’am, I have been trained to serve guests both ways.” 2. The woman looked puzzled and asked, “What do you mean both ways?” 3. The prospective ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who, Me

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 21, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,452 views

    This is a sermon used for a licensing service.

    Series: “Special Services”(Licensing Of John M. Small) WHO, ME? Isaiah 6:1-8 Introduction: After a church service on Sunday morning, a young boy suddenly announced to his mother, "Mom, I’ve decided to become a minister When I grow up." "That’s okay with us, but what made you decide ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Time To Advance

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 21, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 32,402 views

    A call for Christian growth and service

    JOSHUA 18:3 THE CALL TO ADVANCE The story is told of an old couple sitting in their mountain cabin enjoying the fireplace. After a while the woman looked over at her husband and said, “Henry, I think I hear something. Go check and see if it’s raining.” He thought for a moment and answered, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist