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  • Timothy Bartee avatar

    Effective Teaching Begins On Your Knees

    Contributed by Timothy Bartee on May 15, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,507 views

    Encourage yor teachers to prepare their hearts as well as their minds. Excellent for teacher training sessions.

    Effective Teaching Begins on Your Knees (Part 2) Prayer, the Indispensable Ingredient Last month, we discussed the problem of teachers falling into the rut of preparation and finished by saying, “How do we climb out of a rut? It begins on our knees.” I would like to continue this month on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Lord's Prayer : A Model For Prayer

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002
    based on 75 ratings
     | 10,803 views

    This sermon is a simple and clear exposition on the Lord’s prayer and is an excellent guide to prayer patterns.

    THE LORD’S PRAYER : A MODEL FOR PRAYER Matthew.6:9-13. I SALUTATION: The Lord Jesus taught us how we should begin our prayers. 1.THE PERSON: "Our Father". Our prayer will be most effective when we come to God as His children and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Choosing The Right Path

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Jan 4, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 15,423 views

    Choosing the right path is a brilliant move and an excellent display of one’s sound mind.

    Our choices reflect our intelligence and reveal our hearts. What we choose today affects our life in the future. Our future will show what we have in mind and heart today. It’s a simple and clear principle of sowing and reaping. What we will reap in the future will surely uncover what we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Congregational Candlelight Service

    Contributed by Jeffrey Hall on Dec 28, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,407 views

    Congregational candlelight service. Excellent symbolism. May be used for Christmas, Good Friday or Easter

    –Candlelight Service– Supplies – 3 place Candelabra (2 white, 1 red cnadle) 1 White Pastor’s Candle 2 Red Usher Candles Congregational Candles Drip Protectors -Pass out candles (no one under 6yrs) John 8:12 Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, "I am the light of the world. He who follows Me ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rocks, Paper, Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 27, 2010
     | 2,687 views

    Exposition of Heb 3:1-6 regarding the superior excellencies of Jesus over Moses

    Text: Heb 3:1-6a, Title: Rocks, Paper, Jesus, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/26/10, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: After proclaiming the superiority of Christ over the angels, and speaking of the benefits of Christ’s death toward us, the preacher makes an abrupt shift, getting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Supernatural Advantages Of Believers (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 23, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 476 views

    Supernatural advantage for believers is the extraordinary benefit derived from a relationship with God. It is the divine empowerment that positions believers to excel beyond natural limitations.

    Title: SUPERNATURAL ADVANTAGES OF BELIEVERS (PART 3) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 103:1-5 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28, Isaiah 60:1, 2 Corinthians 2:14 INTRODUCTION: In this third part of the series, we delve deeper into the supernatural privileges that believers have in Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Beatitudes Of Church Growth

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,505 views

    What is necessary for church growth? This message examines three things that promote church growth.

    BEATITUDES OF CHURCH GROWTH Matthew 16:13-18 INTRO: "I want to grow," "I want my church to grow," are statements which reflect the desire of most Christians. Growth is not only our personal wish but the purpose of God for every person born into his kingdom. If we are really serious about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking Up The Towel

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,702 views

    A talk given at Pontiac Christian School’s 8th grade promotion ceremony

    8th Grade Graduation 2008 Pastor Jeff Williams Recently, I’v enjoyed telling this joke, or variations of it, to Mr. Marley’s class: Two penguins are sitting in a bath tub. One says to the other one, “Could you please pass the marmalaide jelly.” The other one replies, “What do I look like, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    False Teaching Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 17, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,165 views

    Wolves have entered the church and Paul writes to correct the errors that they're promoting

    It’s interesting that the two places where Paul spent the most time in his missionary travels, Corinth and Ephesus, appear from his letters to have the most problems. He certainly spends a lot of his time writing to correct the errors that were being introduced by certain people. But then we ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Perfected In His Presence; A Funeral Message. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jun 2, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,334 views

    A fellow officer has been promoted to glory, we celebrate her service and salvation.

    Perfected in his presence, a funeral message. Bula, We are here today to remember the life, to celebrate the life of our dear friend and sister … To some she was more than a friend and sister, she was the wife of and mother of ….and grandmother of …and ... Many of you were close to her. … and… ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The God Who Makes The Last First Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025
     | 202 views

    God has the power to reverse situations, elevate the overlooked, and promote those considered last.

    THE GOD WHO MAKES THE LAST FIRST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 10:31 But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first.– Mark 10:31 INTRODUCTION: Life often presents situations where the humble, the overlooked, or the last in line feel forgotten or undervalued. Yet, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Cultivating Spiritual Disciplines Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025
     | 550 views

    Spiritual disciplines are practices found in Scripture that promote spiritual growth and maturity among believers.

    CULTIVATING SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 4:7-8 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 12:11, 2 Timothy 2:15, Matthew 6:6, Luke 18:1, Psalm 1:1-3, 1 Thessalonians 5:17 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual disciplines are practices found in Scripture that promote spiritual growth and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    I'd Like To Withdraw My Complaint, Your Honor PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 866 views

    Explore the spiritual implications of complaining, emphasizing its dangers and promoting the transformative power of gratitude.

    Good morning, church. Today we're going to dive into a biggie - the issue of complaining. It's something we all do, yet it's something the Lord calls us to turn away from. Hear these words from the apostle Paul in his letter to the Philippians, chapter 2, verses 14-15: "Do all things without ...read more

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    Turning Hearts Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 1, 2015
     | 4,867 views

    The idea of the sermon is the see the contrast between our tendencies to be self-serving or self-promoting versus having the humble spirit that promotes God. The Pharisee and Tax Collector in the parable of Luke 18.9-14 are the examples we will consider.

    1. Self Esteem and Funeral Director A mild mannered young man came into a counselor's office ready for a divorce. He complained that his wife was so bossy that she was driving him off the wall. He wanted things to change, immediately. The counselor gave him a book on assertiveness. He was so ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Supernatural Advancement

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 16, 2025
     | 2,525 views

    Supernatural advancement refers to progress that is beyond human effort, orchestrated by divine intervention.

    SUPERNATURAL ADVANCEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:1 – "Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee." Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:15, 1 Samuel 2:8, Psalm 75:6-7, Zechariah 4:6, Acts 12:7-10 INTRODUCTION: Supernatural advancement ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God