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  • Sherm Nichols avatar

    You Are Able Said The Master

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 27, 2014
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    God expects us to use the resources He has entrusted to us. From the parable of the talents.

    Joke - A wealthy man was on his deathbed. He called his 3 most trusted friends to his side: his attorney, his doctor, and his preacher. He said to them, “I know I’m not long for this world, and all I have to show for it is money. They always say you can’t take it with you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "The Parable Of The Talents" Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 10, 2011
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    We should know the importance of trusting God and being faithful to Him in all situations. We should not be afaid when we are given opporutnities to serve Him.

    A church member was angry and complained to the Pastor that the church had wastefully purchased five new brooms. He felt the expenditure was unnecessary. The Pastor mentioned it to the church administrator who responded; “No wonder he was upset. How would you feel if you saw everything you gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    I Predict: If You Tithe, God Will Bless You Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 17, 2011
    based on 76 ratings
     | 26,189 views

    When the master gave money to his servants, he expected them to invest what he’d given so that he’d have a return on his investment when he returned. Do we think of our tithe as an "investment opportunity" or simply as a chore to be fulfilled?

    OPEN: His name was Timothy Dexter and he was born in Massachusetts in 1747. At the age of 20 he took his life savings – a grand total of $9 – and moved to Newburyport, MA where he met and married a wealthy 31 year old widow. Fancying himself to be a shrewd businessman, he used his wife’s money to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "O Lord, Please Send Someone Else To Do It"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 9, 2011
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     | 8,036 views

    A sermon about trusting and being used by God based on the call of Moses and the Parable of the Talents.

    Exodus 3:1-12; 4:1-5, 10-13 Matthew 25:14-30 By: Ken Sauer, Pastor Of East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com “O Lord, Please Send Someone Else to Do It” I’m sure many of us have heard people excuse themselves from upholding the church by their prayers, their ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Michael Luke avatar

    Found Faithful

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 21, 2008
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    A short sermon encouraging my congregation to remain faithful as they celebrate their 48th year of ministry.

    (adapted from a message by Darrel Land) SPECIAL DAY: HOMECOMING AT FCC-MARTINSVILLE TEXT: MATTHEW 25:14-30 TITLE: “FOUND FAITHFUL” OPEN: A. What is “Homecoming” at a church all about? 1. Traditionally, homecoming celebrations look back at the past ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Ministry For All

    Contributed by Matthew Stidham on Jan 23, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,088 views

    Many Christians struggle with the idea that they aren’t talented, or aren’t capable of serving the Lord through ministry. Here I try to show that every does have a place and a way to serve in the kingdom of God.

    A Ministry for All Sunday June 10, 2007 AM Rudy Meoli was an average baseball player at best. With a measly career batting average of just over .200, Rudy was definitely not known for his ability at the plate, and with 27 fielding errors during the 1973 season, he certainly was not someone you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Risky Business

    Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 21, 2008
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     | 5,825 views

    What are you willing to risk in using your talents for God? Discover six ways on how to become the servant that multiplied the talents the most in Jesus’ parable.

    What was the riskiest stunt you ever pulled off as a kid? Was it pedaling down the street in your banana seat bicycle as fast as you can and careful hold the handle bars still as you drove up on the ramp and sailed into the air for a brief moment into what seemed like infinity? Or was is risking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Using What God Has Given

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 30, 2007
    based on 48 ratings
     | 17,380 views

    Jesus told this parable to remind us that what we have is not ours. God has given us gifts and they are what we can handle. We must invest and use them. A day of accountability will come.

    1 Peter 4:10: “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” It is not too difficult to identify the talents we have. • Some are good at music, some good at drawing, cooking, writing… • After a short period of time, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Three Lessons From A Professional Ddr Player

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 2, 2011
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     | 17,274 views

    Brief lessons to a youth group from a world-record holding Dance Dance Revolution player. (1) Your life should be completely lived in service to God; (2) Develop your talents, but not for your own glory, (3) Follow God’s Calling on your life.

    Three Lessons from a Professional DDR Player Sterling C. Franklin (known by many as ‘ DJ Sterf ’ or ’ The Dancing Preacher ’) Originally given at Libertyville Covenant Church, 2007 - Libertyville, IL Basic outline: Lesson 1: Your life should be completely lived in service to God. Lesson 2: Develop ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Task Of The Servant Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 13, 2012
    based on 74 ratings
     | 33,892 views

    Jesus tells of 3 servants who were given valuable "talents". Why was the Master in this parable pleased with the first two servants, but angry with the 3rd? And how did the "value" of those talents effect the decisions of each of those three men?

    OPEN: Does anybody know what is the highest mountain on earth is? (Mt. Everest) This mountain is located in the Himalayas on the borders of Nepal and China. And because it is the highest mountain on earth, it is a popular destination for mountain climbers. But you need to have a lot of money to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Strike Out For Jesus

    Contributed by Jason Winters on Aug 16, 2012
     | 4,998 views

    A new way of thinking about striking out - bowling analogy-

    Strike Out for Jesus Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30 Purpose: to share how we can overcome the fear of failure in our lives. Last week - What can we Spare for God? Usually we think of “what can I give that will not hurt or cost me too much?” *PARADIGM SHIFT* Bowling analogy - What can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Boyne avatar

    Back To The Basics - Stewardship Series

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2012
     | 5,440 views

    God entrusts us with the care and investment of our time, our resources, and our relationships.

    Back to the Basics - Stewardship July 15, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God entrusts us with the care and investment of our time, our resources, and our relationships. Focus Passage: Matthew 25:14-30 Supplemental Passage: "Do not store up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    12 Dollars A Changed Life Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 20, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,849 views

    Parable of the Talents - Jesus shared this teaching for those of his day, his followers and for us here this morning. This parable teaches us a few major life lessons about Stewardship. Jesus shared this concept to give the people who follow Him a few rea

    Opening Video Illustration: Chairs clip – this clip reminds us how important our lives are to the Kingdom of Heaven and to each other sitting in this church this morning. ( from sermoncentral.com.) Series: 12 in 2012 Sermon: $12 dollars a changed life! Subject: Spiritual mile marker ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Risk Taking Mission & Service Series

    Contributed by Roy Probus on Jul 5, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,148 views

    Ministry to others is the heartbeat of the church and her people.

    Risk Taking Mission & Service Extravagant Generousity Recap the series.... Radical Hospitality Passionate Worship Intentional Faith Development Risk Taking Mission & Service, Extravagant Generosity = Service I. Don't Waste Your Life [video] "It's Not Too Late" - Do any of you think that it is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Do Your Best: Scout Sunday

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 27, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,492 views

    This expository sermon, written for a special Scout Sunday service attended by a troop of local Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, encourages Scouts (and Christians) to do their best in service of Jesus so they will hear, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

    Do Your Best: Scout Sunday Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/3/2012 Most of you are probably familiar with the Boy Scout motto—always be prepared. You might not be as familiar with the Cub Scout motto though, which is—do your best! That’s not just good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church