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  • Keith Crouch avatar

    The Difference Makers

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jul 18, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,341 views

    We are called to make a difference in the world we live in. Jesus called us to be the salt and light of the world. We are to be difference makers.

    The Difference Makers Matthew 5:13-16 I. You Are Valuable (v. 13a) A. Because of the Price Paid (I Cor. 6:20a) - You were not bought or created cheaply, but rather it cost something to get you to the point for God to accept you and use you. - We were a slave to sin and darkness and God paid our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jay McPhearson avatar

    Influence

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 28, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 16,412 views

    We are to change the world we live in.

    Intro: (Start with Blank) A lady was getting on a bus for her early morning commute. She had her small baby in her arms. She walks up the steps and the bus driver looked at the baby and said – mam – that is the UGLIGIEST baby I have ever seen. It made her mad. She slowly walked to the back of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Martin Wiles avatar

    Answering Why

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jan 27, 2013
     | 5,102 views

    In tragic times, we are tempted to ask why. The question itself is not wrong-after all Jesus asked it of his Father while on the cross, but it may not be the most appropriate question or lead to the best end.

    Introduction: A. When tragedy strikes, we either grow bitter toward God or draw closer to him. B. Can God prevent tragedy? Yes. Why doesn’t he always? We can’t answer that. C. God is imminent and transcendent, but he’s not always imminent when we want him to be. D. As the writer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Pre-Ascension-Of-Jesus

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,098 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Death, resurrection and His ascension, 3 important events in our lives that we must never forget not the LORD's birthday II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove His Ascension completed our salvation. IV. T

    I. EXORDIUM: Death, resurrection and His ascension, 3 important events in our lives that we must never forget not the LORD's birthday II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove His Ascension completed our salvation. IV. TEXT: John 20:17 (New Living Translation, Second ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Craig Condon avatar

    The Light That Leads The Way

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 2, 2015
     | 4,693 views

    Only by wading into the life that Christ offers and letting it wash away our sins, our false identity, our injustice and selfishness, our commitment to violence will we be recognized and worship the One who is coming in Bethlehem.

    John 1:6-8, 19-28 sets the stage for Christ’s ministry. John the Baptist was the witness to the light of Christ. He was the light that would lead people to Christ. Jesus would fulfill the expectations the Jews had regarding the long-expected Messiah, but not in the way many Jews expected. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Lamp Under A Basket: How To Be A Light-Shining Kingdom Agent Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2022
     | 2,578 views

    A candle can't be hidden under a bed. Let your light shine brightly

    While I was on vacation in Cancun we were swimming in the ocean everyday and it was simply wonderful and beautiful and really fun. The first few days the waves were very low, you could just sit out there in the waters and it was so calm and peaceful. But then slowly a hurricane began forming south ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Faithful, Guarding, Powerful: Following Jesus Under God’s Protection - 2 Thessalonians 3:3 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 26, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 265 views

    We are living in anxious days. Headlines scream fear. Trust is fragile. Evil feels emboldened. Many believers quietly ask, “Will my faith hold? Will I make it? Is God really able to keep me?”

    Faithful, Guarding, Powerful: Following Jesus Under God’s Protection - 2 Thessalonians 3:3 Introduction: Living as Disciples in an Unstable World We are living in anxious days. Headlines scream fear. Trust is fragile. Evil feels emboldened. Many believers quietly ask, “Will my faith hold? Will I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Take Heart: Victory In Christ! John 16:33 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 30, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,563 views

    John 16:33 is a beacon of hope for believers facing the challenges of life. Jesus acknowledges the reality of trials but assures us of His victory and the peace we can find in Him.

    Take Heart: Victory in Christ! John 16:33 Introduction Today, we gather around a powerful promise spoken by Jesus in the Gospel of John. In John 16:33, Jesus says: "I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bob Soulliere avatar

    It's A Heart Thing

    Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Oct 24, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,019 views

    In times past the theologians, preachers and teachers have, and to some extent still, teach and preach the behavioral modification of the Christian and how they should live. Though this is not totally wrong, there is a problem with it in its practice. Wha

    1 Peter 1:22-25 It’s a heart thing In times past the theologians, preachers and teachers have, and to some extent still, teach and preach the behavioral modification of the Christian and how they should live. Though this is not totally wrong, there is a problem with it in its practice. What needs ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. David Hallum avatar

    The Rest Of The Story: Peace!

    Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 13, 2019
     | 4,084 views

    Jesus Can Offer Peace The World Cannot Give!

    Introduction: The word “peace” only occurs five times in the Gospel of John. Two times before the resurrection of Jesus and three times after the resurrection of Jesus. I find it incredibly interesting that there are 88 occurrences of this word in the NT. The only NT book that does NOT contain ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Rogers avatar

    Extreme Surrender Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
     | 10,671 views

    In order to be a world changer I must be willing to lay down my life. Part 1 in a series called "How to Change Your World."

    How to Change Your World – Part 1 October 14, 2001 INTRODUCTION One of the things that was clear from our study of the Sermon on the Mount was that followers of Jesus have within themselves the potential to make a great impact on the world. Jesus referred to those who take his message ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Norbert Haukenfrers avatar

    Who's Your Lawyer

    Contributed by Norbert Haukenfrers on Apr 30, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,328 views

    THe Holy spirit advocates for us in relation to the world.

    The Olympic Games are going to be in China this summer. and as you may have heard there are some people who have difficulty with the Olympic Games being held in China because they see the Chinese government behaving in a manner that violates human rights of Justice Equality and Freedom. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    Looking For Pennies

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 19, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,900 views

    Looking for Pennies (story from Annie Dillard) is important because: 1. The created world is a window into the heart of God. 2. The created world provides opportunities to praise the goodness of God. 3. The created world is a source of joy for thankful

    Annie Dillard, in her wonderful Pulitzer Prize winning book Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, tells a story about pennies. It was in her chapter entitled “Seeing” that I read her wonderful childhood story. I will let her tell it in her own words: “When I was six or seven years old, growing up in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Who May Live On God’s Holy Hill? Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 30, 2012
    based on 238 ratings
     | 62,108 views

    Who may live with God? 1- Those who walk blamelessly 2- Those who speak truthfully 3- Those who wrong nobody 4- Those who give graciously

    INTRO.- ILL.- Three preachers got together for coffee one day and found all their churches had bat-infestation problems. "I got so mad," said one, "I took a shotgun and fired at them. All I did is make holes in the ceiling, but did nothing to the bats." "I tried trapping them alive," said the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Robert Leroe avatar

    Job's Friends

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 29, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 22,517 views

    Rather than show sensitivity to Job’s affliction, his friends critique him...and were dead wrong. Let’s be careful when we appraise people. And let’s be cordial when we disagree.

    I recall a fight I had in seminary. I was arguing with another student over some theological matter, when he got mad and slugged me. Before I knew what was happening, I left the room, but not under my own power. A student walking by saw what was going on, grabbed me, and whisked me out before ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational