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  • Arthur Mathis avatar

    God Has Called Us To An Active Ministry

    Contributed by Arthur Mathis on Oct 18, 2003
    based on 164 ratings
     | 30,375 views

    God has intended for us to speak out and tell everyone about the miracle that He has performed in our lives--we have been chosen as His royal priesthood--chosen for His purposes.

    God Has Called Us to an Active Ministry Associate Pastor Art Mathis 19 October 2003 1 Peter 2:9-10 (Message Bible)—“But you are the ones chosen by God, chosen for the high calling of priestly work, chosen to be a holy people, God’s instruments to do His work and speak out for Him, to tell others ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    The Cost Of The Call

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 2, 2019
     | 7,629 views

    This is a sermon for a candidate to be ordained in ministry who is from a poor run down city in OH called East Cleveland. God can choose the most unlikely of candidates.

    The Cost Of The Call Jeremiah 1:4-9 Luke 1:26-38 10/31/2019 Let me ask you something and try to be as honest as possible, when you hear the word East Cleveland, what comes to mind? Poverty, abandoned houses, crime, bad streets, dilapidated buildings, shootings, or place I don’t want ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    My Third Year Of Ministry Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023
     | 891 views

    I spent more time teaching disciples. “Come away with Me to a private place in the desert to rest awhile” (Mark 6:31). My emphasis – first year, miracles. Second year, sermons. Third year, parables/teaching.

    Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. THE THIRD YEAR OF MINISTRY My Ministry First year – introduction. Second year – popularity. Third year – preparing for My death. 1. I spent more time teaching disciples. “Come away with Me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Keep Your Ax (Ministry) Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023
     | 1,213 views

    Fasting keeps God’s presence alive, and keeps God first to make you effective in ministry.

    “They (the prophets) began cutting down trees. But as one of them was cutting a tree, his ax head fell into the river. ‘Oh Sir!’ he cried, ‘It was a borrowed ax.’ ‘Where did it fall?’ The man of God asked. When he showed him the place, Elisha cut a stick and threw it into the water at that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Instructions For Ministry (Matthew 10:5-42)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 10, 2025
     | 195 views

    In these verses, Matthew describes the responsibilities given to the apostles by the Lord Jesus. He anointed them with special powers and abilities to show people the power of God but also warned Mark 13;9-13of coming persecution for the cause of the Gospel.

    The Lord Jesus gave the apostles specific responsibilities and gifts to minister to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. His role as the Promised Messiah would be to not deliver the nation from the bondage of Rome, but to free them and all people from a far worse bondage, that of sin and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Acts Of The Apostles (20 Of 39)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022
     | 1,507 views

    Today we enjoy the freedom we have in America, and think very little about the men and women who bought and paid for it!

    Illus: It is easy for me to understand why some of the old soldiers who faced death itself, some even lost legs, eyes, arms, etc., become angry when they see people who have done nothing to win, or keep, their freedom, wanting to burn the symbol of that freedom, the flag. Well, that is not the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Governed By Descent

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 15, 2012
     | 3,862 views

    Certain traits are ascribed/attributed to/associated with Jesus by virtue of His descent. But What traits/attributes? 4 traits/attributes of Jesus that are His by descent. By virtue of Descent, Jesus has a peculiar...

    GOVERNED By DESCENT—Luke 3:23-38 Attention: A middle school in Oregon faced a unique problem. A number of girls were beginning to use lipstick & would put it on in the bathroom. After they put on their lipstick, they would press their lips to the mirrors leaving dozens of little lip prints. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Enlightening Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018
     | 2,423 views

    Message 5 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing our exploration of the Holy Spirit's ministry of enlightening believers.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit” Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Physiology Of Faith - Addendum - The Healing Ministry Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 16, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,441 views

    Out of 3,774 verses in the four New Testament Gospels, 484 relate specifically to healing physical and mental illnesses and the resurrection of the dead.

    In Mark, 209 verses out of 666 connect to the miracles of Jesus. Of the 1,257 narrative verses in the Gospels, 484 (38.5 percent) are devoted to describing healing miracles Jesus spoke the words of God in His ministry: . . . I do nothing of myself; but as my Father hath taught me, I speak these ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let The Truth Be Known Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 16, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,092 views

    God used signs and wonders to endorse the Christian ministry

    I. God Endorsed Jesus with Signs and Wonders Men of Israel, listen to these words: Jesus the Nazarene, a man attested to you by God with miracles and wonders and signs which God performed through Him in your midst, just as you yourselves know. Vs. 22 A. God worked Miracles Through ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Royal Courage Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on May 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,278 views

    This is the third and final sermon from Prince Caspian...the message focuses on the arenas we must fight our battles with courage: our personal world, the public square, and with our partners in ministry.

    “A Royal Courage” Lessons from Prince Caspian May 18, 2005 Introduction: This weekend the movie “Prince Caspian” was released and I’m sure Hollywood is thrilled with the adaptation of C. S. Lewis’ timeless Narnia book of the same title…this morning we are going to close our sermon series on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shedding Light On That Relationship

    Contributed by Paul Decker on May 6, 2003
    based on 134 ratings
     | 13,350 views

    Jesus is the light of the world.

    SHEDDING LIGHT ON THAT RELATIONSHIP John 8:12-30 S: Jesus Th: Light of the world Pr: JESUS IS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. ?: what? What does that mean to us? KW: Implications TS: We will find in our study of John 8:12-30 that there are three implications to Jesus’ declaration of “I am the light of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeremy Houck avatar

    Is There A Doctor In The House?

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on May 14, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 15,009 views

    Christ left the synagogue to minister. It was while he was in the world He was able to connect with those who really needed Him.

    The idea for this sermon comes from Beth Moore’s book "Jesus, The One And Only." I want to start this morning by asking you to get a picture in your head that illustrates ministry. Was your mental image of ministry: • A man passing out tracts on a street corner? • A missionary sharing Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Family Affair

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 100 ratings
     | 13,457 views

    Either you is, or you ain't

    It is important to point out at the beginning, that the reason Jesus’ mother and brothers have come is to take Him quietly back home to Nazareth. They think He has gone crazy. They’re probably slightly embarrassed; standing outside this crowded house, asking someone nearer the door to call ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Priestly Piety

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 8, 2000
    based on 56 ratings
     | 3,217 views

    A devotion for church leaders

    (A brief devotion on prayer) “In the days of His flesh, He offered up both prayers and supplications with loud crying and tears to the One able to save Him from death, and He was heard because of His piety.” The primary theme that this author seems to have chosen and adhered to throughout ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox