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  • John Dobbs avatar

    Intentional Discipleship

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 15, 2016
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     | 6,882 views

    Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. Mary of Bethany is a wonderful example of this!

    Intentional Discipleship John 12:1-8 Introduction Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. This is a story of celebration and worship that takes place in the home of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Keep Yourself From Idols

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 7, 2020
     | 4,310 views

    In the first century idols were a prevalent and ordinary part of society, and they were a spiritual distraction for Christians. Today we need to be just as much on our guard against the idols of this age.

    Message 1 John 5:13-21 “Keep Yourself From Idols” Read 1 John 5:13-21 “Keep yourselves from idols.” What a random thing to say as the very last sentence of the letter. Paul never ends his letters that way – he usually says something like “Greet these people in your church … grace and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Visionary View: Seeing Through God's Eyes Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,107 views

    In a world filled with distractions and chaos, it's crucial that we learn to see as God sees. Let's delve into His Word to understand this profound perspective.

    "Visionary View: Seeing Through God's Eyes" Today, we continue our series on the theme of having a "Visionary View," seeing the world and our lives through the eyes of our Heavenly Father. In a world filled with distractions and chaos, it's crucial that we learn to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Confronting Modern Idolatry With God's Unyielding Truth

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024
     | 645 views

    Exploration of the choices we face, reflected in Elijah's story and our daily lives, urging us to decide between worldly distractions and God's path.

    Introduction Good morning. Today, we're not going to explore Bible stories but also deeply examine the choices we make daily. The scripture takes us back to a challenging moment for the people of Israel. Back then, they were facing a significant drought, not just missing rain but also moving ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's In A Name

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Oct 4, 2014
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    There are many names that Christians are known by. John tells us that we are overcomers and we can see how to recognize an overcomer through what John writes to us.

    What’s In A Name 1 John 5:1-5 (KJV) Intro: How do we identify people? I don’t know about you but the first thing I ask and want to know from a person is their name. Granted I may not remember what you tell me but that is a problem that I deal with. Your name though, is how I and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beyond The Fox... Series

    Contributed by Clark Sneed on Oct 16, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,256 views

    Obstacles, even death, do not distract Jesus from completing the work his Father has given him. What is keeping you from completing the work your Father has given you?

    Please turn in your Bibles to Luke’s Gospel, chapter 13:31. The same day there came certain of the Pharisees, saying unto him, Get thee out, and depart hence: for Herod will kill thee. And he said unto them, Go ye, and tell that fox, Behold, I cast out devils, and I do cures to day and to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian: What Kind Of Disciple Are You? Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 6, 2022
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    How can we be better disciples? 1. Avoid distractions (vs. 17-21, 23). 2. Accept the difficulties of following Jesus (vs. 22-23). 3. Avoid pointless disputes (vs. 24). 4. Live with Christlike devotion (vs. 25-28).

    Christian: What Kind of Disciple Are You? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 20:17-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared December 6, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 20:17. In this verse of Scripture, Jesus has started His trip to Jerusalem to die on the cross for our sins. And by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Will You Do With Love?

    Contributed by Brian Credille on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 126 ratings
     | 3,276 views

    Matthew uses three electric contrasts to jolt us into recognizing three ways that people respond to the Love of Jesus.

    "WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH LOVE?" Matthew 26:1-16 INTRODUCTION Today begins an eight-week series that will lead us from the days just prior to Jesus’ death to the empty tomb. We call these events, "The Passion of Jesus." Here we see unfold His intense love for us all. Matthew begins with three ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sacred Matters Series

    Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,289 views

    In our quest for godly character we must recognize the war and respect the holy--especially the Holy Name of God.

    Character Counts! The Sacred Matters (Matthew 12:33-37) Theme: Christian discipleship is a war against all that would desecrate that which is holy. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Are You Building Your Life?

    Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,259 views

    This sermon deals with recognizing that the sun does not always shine, but God will build our lives to stand the tests of time.

    I have used sermoncentral as one of the many resources in preparing this message. HOW ARE YOU AT BUILDING YOUR LIFE? June 10, 2007 Jay Davis Robison MATTHEW 7:24-29 It was just over 38 years ago that an arsonist burned church to ground Wedding had happened here night before, youth on lock ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thank You Mom

    Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,552 views

    Today is the day when everyone in this country celebrates this special date by recognizing the crucial role that all mothers play.

    Today is the day that has been designated in this country as mother’s day. Today is the day when everyone in this country celebrates this special date by recognizing the crucial role that all mothers play. In reality the role that mothers plays is very frequently underestimated or not ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Thank God For Heroes!

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Sep 27, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,989 views

    A message for the fourth anniversary of 9-11 and for a service to recognize local law enforcement, fire personnel, and emergency workers

    SPECIAL DAY: PATRIOT DAY: AMERICA REMEMBERS TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 2:3-8 TITLE: “THANK GOD FOR HEROES!” INTRODUCTION: A. The passengers on a luxurious cruise ship were having a great time when one of the passengers, a beautiful young woman fell ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Speaking The Truth

    Contributed by Jeff Glenn on Sep 3, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,445 views

    In a world filled with falsehood, we as believers not only need to recognize the truth, but know it, stand on it and speak it.

    Speaking the Truth Ephesians 4:11-16 By way of introduction, here are four scriptures that deal with the truth: John 8:32 (The truth will set us free) John 14:6 (Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life...") John 17:17 (Jesus prayed in the garden, "Sanctify them with Your word. Your word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Here's Mud In Your Eye

    Contributed by Deborah Westbrook on Aug 13, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,008 views

    Spiritual blindness comes in many forms, and often we don’t recognize it’s symptoms in us.

    3/2/08 John 9:1-7 Here’s Mud in Your Eye (Ephes. 5:8-14) A man born blind is made to see again by the simple touch of Jesus. This thought and Scriptural story has been made into countless sermons, devotionals, and hymns. “For once he was blind, but now he sees” and immediately we all think ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Wanted: Dead Then Alive Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Jan 20, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,228 views

    By recognizing the symptoms, we can smell the stench of death and allow Christ to bring us to new life in Him.

    1. Symptoms of death a.The first symptom is a dead nature (2:1) b.The second symptom is a dead walk (2:2) c.The third symptom is dead conduct (2:3) 2. Qualities of life a.The first quality is living hope (2:4-7) b.The second quality is living grace (2:8-9) c.The third quality is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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