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  • Manny Salva Cruz avatar

    The Proper And Improper Way Of Ministry Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jul 24, 2016
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     | 15,775 views

    Ministry should be the heart and soul of every Christian. When we minister, we must always find ways to keep on improving because at the end, God will is our judge. In this message we will learn how to do ministry the right way.

    Let me start with a quote from Rick Warren. He said, "Faithful servants never retire. You can retire from your career, but you will never retire from serving God." That is true. If you are a faithful servant of the Lord, there is no retirement here on earth because our retirement is in heaven ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Theology Proper: Names Of God Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 5, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 18,996 views

    In the Scripture one's name is more than simply something you call someone, it is a reflection of their person--their character. By knowing the names of God, we can understand him better, and therefore, more fully worship and pray to him.

    Names of God As we are seeking to know God more, one of the greatest ways to know God is by the names given in Scripture. In the ancient Hebrew culture, a name meant so much more than just what you called somebody, it reflected a person’s character. Satan means “opposer” or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preparing For Perseverance

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 29, 2019
     | 6,965 views

    In the midst of a rapidly changing culture, with struggles unlike we've faced in the past, how do we overcome and remain vibrant in ministry? Paul answers these vital questions within the text. Those who overcome and remain passionate for the Lord must make necessary preparations.

    Preparing for Perseverance 2 Corinthians 4: 16-18 As we close out another year and stand on the verge of the New Year, no doubt this has been a memorable year for each of us. We have all faced difficulties and adversity, heartache and pain; and yet these struggles were tempered with grace and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing The Way

    Contributed by Stanley Arnold on Jun 6, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,889 views

    How John the Baptist’s preparation for life and ministry can serve as an outline for our Advent preparation.

    Preparing the Way! Mt 3:1-11 Advent is about preparation. Preparation of our houses, meals, presents. It should be preparation of our lives, our hearts, selves. We continue by looking at an individual who knew what preparation was about, John the Baptist. Jesus said in 11:11 “Among those born of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Preparing The Soil Series

    Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,695 views

    There are things that hinder the soil of our heart from being truly fruitful, and things that help our soil to be fertile, let’s have good soil!

    1 Peter 2:1-3 VCC August 16, 1998 Preparing the Soil Introduction Peter is written to those who were going through all kinds of trials (1:6) He has exhorted the Christians to personal holiness in chapter 1 After encouraging personal holiness, he commanded them to have sincere love for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Final Preparations Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 6, 2019
     | 6,241 views

    Witness without worship is ineffective Worship without witness is incomplete

    NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prepare For Peace

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 25, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,429 views

    Asks the questions Are We Preparing for Christmas?, and How?

    Prepare For Peace December 8, 2002 Isaiah 40:1-11 "Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and proclaim to her that her hard service has been completed, that her sin has been paid for, that she has received from the Lord’s hand double for all her sins. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Preparing For Christmas Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 29, 2001
    based on 1,000 ratings
     | 87,073 views

    Before we can truly celebrate Christmas we must be prepared!

    Preparing for Christmas Selected Passages December 2, 2001 Introduction This is the time of year when everyone starts getting ready for Christmas. The stores are packed with people buying gifts. Elevators are filled with instrumental Christmas favorites. Those boxes packed away months ago are ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Preparing To Build Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 18, 2018
     | 7,045 views

    Message 1 in our exposition of Nehemiah. This is the introduction to the series and focuses on Nehemiah's actions leading up to the rebuilding of the wall.

    Chico Alliance Church "Preparing to Build" MAIN THEME Secure walls support superior worship. Crumbled walls cultivate corroded worship. INTRODUCTION Most all of us have been involved in a building project of one kind or another; on a large scale or a small scale. We all, to some degree ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Are You Prepared?

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,918 views

    Jesus wants us to be prepared for His return, to be faithful and wise servants who are actively involved in the work of His Kingdom. We need to keep watch and stay invested in His Kingdom.

    Are you the type of person who tends to wait until the last minute to take care of important things? • Do you wait until the last minute to study for an exam? • Do you wait until April 14 to file your income tax return due on April 15? • Do you postpone going to the see the doctor until you ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jon Lipka avatar

    Preparing For Christ

    Contributed by Jon Lipka on Apr 22, 2012
     | 3,863 views

    When we build our lives upon the only foundation that can be laid, Jesus Christ, rather than on our own designs, we will find true and lasting life that will not be taken away from us.

    Who’s got children, grandchildren, or nieces and nephews? Well, then you know that every child is different, and what pleases one doesn’t please another. My sister’s older boy, ****, is very cautious and hates to get pushed high on the swings. His brother, ****, is fearless and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Ralf Bergmann avatar

    Prepare To Follow

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 33 ratings
     | 3,356 views

    How well do we follow when Jesus calls us to follow? Oftentimes it requires an abrupt stop, an about face, and then a totally new direction.

    Sermon Title: Prepare to follow Sermon Text: John 1:43 Sunday, June 25th, 2000 – Evangelical Church of Oskaloosa Scripture introduction: I think most young Christians are told when they ask what they should read first in the Bible, is to read the book of John. It tells quite clearly that Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Prepare The Way Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,408 views

    Though none can see it, God is working behind the scenes and through the course of history to prepare the way for the coming of the Messiah, setting the earthly stage for the entry of His only begotten Son into the world.

    Preparing the Way Isaiah 40:3-5, 9-11 When God called the Jewish people, he gave them everything necessary to follow Him and for salvation, principally, the Law. When they entered the Holy Land, God warned the Jewish people not to intermarry with the Gentile and to always keep God first. They did ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Always Be Prepared

    Contributed by David Nolte on Jun 24, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,513 views

    How to live ready for Jesus' return

    “Always Be Prepared!” 1 Peter 1:13-19 and 2 Peter 3:10-12 David P. Nolte The Scouts don’t have a monopoly on the Motto: “Be Prepared.” We, as Christians, need also to be prepared! People prepare for many things: a vacation trip, company coming, athletic events. I tell you, there is a ton ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Preparing To Preach

    Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Aug 2, 2022
     | 1,200 views

    The calling or desire to preach can only be placed by God. God has called many, but many have refused the call. You can receive or reject the call. Seek the Will of God in this matter for your life.

    Preparing to Preach The calling or desire to preach can only be placed by God. God has called many, but many have refused the call. You can receive or reject the call. Seek the Will of God in this matter for your life. 2 Peter 1:10 “Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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