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  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Anchor Points For Church Growth

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 10, 2002
    based on 158 ratings
     | 11,342 views

    In light of a desire for church growth many abandon the anchoring points that bring God’s blessing.

    ANCHOR POINTS FOR CHURCH GROWTH ACTS 2:41-47 Introduction: If we desire church growth, it would be good for us to look at the pattern set by the early church in Jerusalem following the Day of Pentecost. The church experienced phenomenal growth and had the power of God flowing through virtually ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Arise And Shine For Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on Jan 20, 2007
    based on 64 ratings
     | 30,821 views

    If you have the light of Jesus Chrsit in your life, you need to Arise and Shine for Him!

    Isaiah 60:1-2 Topic: Arise and Shine for Jesus Christ Isaiah was one of the four major prophets of the Old Testament along with Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel. As a prophet, Isaiah prophesied to the southern tribe of Judah, and to the city of Jerusalem. Isaiah warned the people during his day ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    The Nature Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,681 views

    Jesus has called us to be the light of the world, and as such, we are to shine brightly for all to see.

    The Nature of a Disciple: Light Text: Matt. 5:14-16 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 5:14-16 2. Illustration: Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Jars Of Clay

    Contributed by Richard Francis on Aug 30, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,302 views

    We need to let the light of Christ shine forth from our cracked pots of clay

    Jars of Clay 2 Corinthians 4 Halleluiah! All believers in Jesus need to praise the Lord We know the joy and the light We know that we are saved We know that our sins are forgiven We know we must share the good news Straight not diluted, not twisted, just as it is No Jesus, No heaven No Jesus, No ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tina Carter avatar

    Waiting For A Miracle

    Contributed by Tina Carter on Dec 17, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,724 views

    An Epiphany Sermon about our call to step outside of our own light to follow the star.

    It’s Epiphany today! And, in case you haven’t noticed, the wise men have been over on the mission table since the beginning of Advent. The holy family has been on the altar, and the wise men have been over there. Traveling to the Holy Family. Today is the year in the church calendar when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Can These Bones Live?

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 14, 2005
    based on 141 ratings
     | 26,990 views

    Taking a frank look at the Present Day Church in light of Ezekiel’s vision in chapter 37.

    Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1 – 12 Title: “Can These Bones Live?” Introduction: Ezekiel was a man who was in “Touch” with God. · He was living in bondage in the land of Babylon. · But God was communicating with him through “Visions.” · One day the Spirit of God came upon Ezekiel and he began to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tim Barrett avatar

    Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Tim Barrett on Jul 5, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,987 views

    Expository sermon which outlines the cost of discipleship in light of what Christ has done for us.

    The cost of discipleship Illustration: John Wesley and the Moravians. - during the storm the Moravians had a peace and were singing to God - they were totally committed to God and therefore they knew their lives were in Gods hands - John ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Shine Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,420 views

    Uses the acrostic SHINE to show how Jesus is the Light of the World. Several OT references are used.

    “The Light of the World” The I AM Statements of Jesus FCC – August 12, 2007 Text: John 8:12 Introduction: This morning we are continuing a new sermon series, The I AM statements of Jesus from the Gospel of John. Jesus made an incredible statement to the Jews in response to a discussion about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Designed To Shine

    Contributed by Kelvin Parks on May 16, 2007
    based on 108 ratings
     | 34,294 views

    to put this is proper context ... Jesus is saying to His disciples ... You and you alone are the light of the world.

    DESIGNED TO SHINE Matthew 5:14-16 Preached At Greater Faith Church-Baptist Waukegan, IL on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 • Text: Matthew 5:14-16 (v.14) Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. (v.15) Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Comes With Ministry

    Contributed by Rich Wyatt on Sep 27, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,965 views

    Each believer is called into the ministry. We are called out of darkness into the light to minister - to evangelize the world.

    Each of us is a minister. We are called out of darkness into the light to minister - to evangelize the world. As you take on that role - expect that trials will come! Maybe you have recently re-dedicated your life to the Father... Perhaps you’ve just recently received the fire and anointing and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dan Cormie avatar

    The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 1: Trust Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 17, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 19,302 views

    The foundational idea for this series came from Everyday Light - Daily Devotions from Selwyn Hughes.

    5, October 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week one: Trust Proverbs 1:1-4 1 The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: 2 for attaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight; 3 for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Wake Up

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 12, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 21,464 views

    It is time for Christians to awken from the slumber of indifference, complacency, and slothfulness in light of Christ’s coming.

    WAKE UP! ROMANS 13:11-14 INTRODUCTION: It is amazing how time has changed through the years of my life. Someone wrote: What Happened to Time  When as a child I laughed and wept, time crept.  When as a youth I dreamed and talked, time walked.  When I became a full-grown man, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Broyles avatar

    How Could This Happen?

    Contributed by Keith Broyles on Sep 18, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,144 views

    In light of the tragedy in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania the prevailing question seems to be "how could this happen?"

    In Tom Clancey?s great novel Debt of Honor his primary character, Jack Ryan, has become first the Vice President of our country and then later the President. He became President as a result of a terrorist attack on Washington D. C. Throughout most of the book a plot was working where at least some ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Veterans Of War

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 11,565 views

    In the light of Veteran’s Day, we want to look at a grand old veteran of the faith, Enoch.

    VETERANS OF WAR Gen. 5:21-24 INTRO.- In Rom. 13:7 we are admonished to give honor to whom honor is due. Sometimes we wait until someone is gone to give them their due honor. Then it’s too late for them to appreciate our appreciation. ILL.- A Tisket, a Tasket, I’m Comin’ Outta the Casket! ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Real Small Group Leader Series

    Contributed by Jim Luthy on Nov 29, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 5,369 views

    Jesus longs to be present as the center of our gatherings, just as he promised, to be light and to give life.

    The Real Small Group Leader Pastor Jim Luthy Last week, I mentioned the optimum group size was probably between 2-12 people. That being said, I’m sure any of you who have worked with a group of others would agree there are times when it seems the optimum group size is one. Working with others ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational