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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Baptism Into Death, Baptism Into Life

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 7, 2009
     | 7,331 views

    This is a sermon for a baptism service.

    CATM Sermon for Baptism Sunday – June 7, 2009 We’re here for a very special purpose today. Today we will christen 3 children. Christening is both a public naming of the child plus the dedication of the child to God, and the commitment of the parent to raise the child in the love of and the fear of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Things To Do In Order To Be A Highly Effective Christian Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,695 views

    5 Things we need to do i order to be a highly effective Christian

    THINGS TO DO IN ORDER TO BE A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE CHRISTIAN 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4 INTRODUCTION: We are always searching for something more effective, something to do the job better. Magazines, shows, radio stations, etc. are full of contests, trials, and surveys seeking to find the best of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcome Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 1, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,914 views

    How does suffering affect our ability to minister? As Jesus is overcome with grief how is it that He ended up with compassion, not bitterness?

    Back in 2006 my wife and I were presented with an opportunity—go to Kenya and minister to folks who have been unreached by other organizations. On one hand it was an obvious opportunity and a way to serve God by spreading the gospel. On the other hand I was scared to death. We were going to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Becoming A People Of Purpose Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 26, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,813 views

    Becoming People of Purpose for God

    This morning we¡¦re going to begin a series I¡¦ve entitled: People of Purpose - We¡¦ll be looking at the purposes God has offered each of us. - Today I want to begin by laying the groundwork; by reflecting on the very nature of being purpose centered in our lives. - Let me begin with an exercise ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Is Your Purpose This Year? Series

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,786 views

    Let’s clarify our purpose in life today & the only way to do that is to follow the example of Christ.

    What is your Purpose this year? for Life? A truck driver was hauling a load of 500 penguins to the zoo. Unfortunately, his truck broke down. He eventually waved down another truck and offered the driver $500 to take the penguins to the zoo. The next day the first truck driver got his truck fixed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Asleep At The Wheel Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 19, 2013
     | 7,565 views

    As we look at the disicples this mornig, we see Jesus has a word for us as He tells us to spiritually be awake.

    Asleep at the wheel Matthew 26:36-46 Introduction- We started last week a mini -series for Easter called “journey to the cross.” Last week we saw Jesus telling His disciples that if they (we) were truly going to follow Jesus; we would have to do three things. (1) Deny yourself ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    A Harsh Indictment Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 30, 2014
     | 4,548 views

    Living for Christ means that we live FOR Him, in everything we do. Sitting in judgment of others, hoping to prove ourselves superior, is SINFUL, and is exactly what the Pharisees thought they could do to Jesus ... and He calls them on it.

    A Harsh Indictment Mark 7:1-7, Isaiah 29:13, Joshua 24:15 Introduction - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Key verse: Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You Deceived

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 12, 2018
     | 4,952 views

    I want to look at how falling away happens and what to make of it.

    Text: 1 Tim 4:1-5, Title: Are You Being Deceived? Date/Place: WHBC, 5.20.18, AM A. Opening illustration: The Carbonaro Effect B. Background to passage: After Paul’s record of the early church, gospel-capturing song, he begins to give Timothy a prophetic warning about people who will be deceived ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Second Horrible Day For Job Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 9, 2017
     | 7,937 views

    When we see God at work, sometimes no words are necessary. Sometimes, there is nothing we need to do but focus on God’s grace. Our best choice is to sit silently, and rely on what God has said to us.

    A second horrible day for Job Job Sermon Series, Part 3 Introduction (Job Slide) - The book of Job is going to be a very challenging study for us - Most people think this is about a man named Job who had a rough life - However, we can easily fail to focus on the main character … God - Job ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Fragrance Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 20, 2015
     | 9,131 views

    Jesus shows us clearly the result of forgiveness is love and worship. The woman who anointed Him anointed him with her future and her singleness. Ask yourself what is your fragrant oil.

    Intro: If you remember from last week Jesus went to place He shouldn’t be to talk to a woman He shouldn’t talk to. He used that woman to teach us what true worship is. Here we go again! It seems like Jesus is completely happy to tear down our ideas and presumptions about who should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Are We Known For?

    Contributed by John Dobbs on May 2, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,042 views

    More than any other time I wonder what we are known for? Those New Testament Christians were known for their resilience and unending mission to spread the gospel. But in the here and now - when the pressure of life is immense - what are we known for?

    WHAT ARE WE KNOWN FOR? 1 THESSALONIANS 1:1-10 Introduction The book of Acts serves as a history of the spreading flame of the gospel throughout the Roman empire and beyond. Thousands are baptized in Acts 2. Later we see the astounding conversion of the terrorist Saul of Tarsus. Persecution ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Come And See His Power

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 6, 2022
     | 2,190 views

    The greatest invitation in the world is this: ‘Come and See Jesus’. John 1:29 “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” Water to Wine - come and see his power!

    COME AND SEE HIS POWER John 2:1-11 Introduction The greatest invitation in the world is this: ‘Come and See Jesus’. John 1:29 “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” We are looking at John’s Gospel and some of the things that he wants us to see in Jesus. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    How To Turn On Your Prayer Life Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 12, 2020
     | 4,089 views

    Based on Roman 12:12 - This sermon encourages listeners to develop a stronger prayer life.

    “HOW TO TURN ON YOUR PRAYER LIFE” Rom. 12:12 FBCF – 9/13/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Max Lucado is such a great writer. Wrote this about prayer: “Most of our prayer lives could use a tune-up. Some prayer lives lack consistency. They're either a desert or an oasis. Long, arid dry spells interrupted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Anticipating His Return: The Ascension And Second Coming Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,263 views

    The ascension and promised second coming of Christ anchor our faith and ignite our hope. As we await His return, may we be found faithful, serving Him wholeheartedly, and proclaiming His gospel.

    Anticipating His Return: The Ascension and Second Coming of Christ Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truths surrounding the ascension of Jesus Christ and the anticipation of His glorious second coming. These events shape our understanding of redemption, hope, and our role as faithful ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lord, Teach Us To Number Our Days Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025
     | 934 views

    We must recognise that time is a gift from God, and how we use it determines the quality and legacy of our lives. Let us pray for the wisdom to understand the value of time and the urgency to live in a way that honours God, impacts others, and prepares us for eternity.

    LORD, TEACH US TO NUMBER OUR DAYS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 90:12 (KJV) So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. INTRODUCTION: Life is fleeting and fragile, and every day that passes is one we will never get back. In Psalm 90:12, the psalmist, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God