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  • Nickolas Kooi avatar

    I Know Just The Right Person For The Job!

    Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 13, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,925 views

    We often can feel inadequate and ill-prepared to witness our faith, and to share God's Word with others. However, like the prophet Isaiah, God has prepared us through our life experiences and His Word. He has forgiven us, and He has sent us.

    “I know just the right person for the job!” This is a phrase that we can be very familiar with in our lives. It is one that we heard with the elections, as people told us whom they taught were the best candidates. It is a phrase we may hear at work as we suggest people for vacant positions. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Called To Freedom Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 25, 2016
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,489 views

    If the Son shall make us free, we shall be free indeed.

    III. CALLED TO FREEDOM. A. SET FREE - TO SERVE GOD! Exodus 10:24-26. It is somewhat ironic that Pharaoh would eventually release the children of Israel from bondage in Egypt that they might go and “serve the LORD” (Exodus 10:24). Pharaoh was not willing for them to take their flocks with them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Time To Celebrate With God

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 4, 2015
     | 3,925 views

    When Jesus returns the world will be purified so that he can set up his kingdom here on earth. He will begin the purification process by judging the people.

    The passage we heard from Nehemiah a few minutes ago occurs after the completion of the wall around Jerusalem. The foundations were laid both physically and spiritually. The people celebrated because they had experienced a great revival, much like the revivals and crusades led by people such as ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Slave Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 29, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,732 views

    In this overlooked parable Jesus describes the life of discipleship in terms of service. Rather than focusing on our rights and needs, and deciding what we'd like to do, we need to focus on how we can serve our Master.

    This has been called “the most troubling parable” in the Bible. Why does Jesus say we are like unworthy servants? I know I must have read this before, but somehow I glossed over it. I've got a lot of books on the parables of Jesus and most omit this one. A year ago an article in ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Joseph Of Arimathea: A Cowardish And Blessed Man

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 6, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 405 views

    While Jesus was still alive, Joseph did nothing for Jesus. However, at the right time, when he only had three hours before the Sabbath, he could take care of Jesus’ body.

    The story of Jesus’ death and burial that we will discuss today is recorded in all four Gospels. This shows the significance of this event. Let’s read Mark 15:33-47. Verse 33 – “At noon, darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon.” Jesus was crucified at nine in the morning. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Song Of Solomon - Chapter 7 – The Passion Of God Revealed Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 28, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,052 views

    The Bride is now ready to serve.

    V.7:1 How beautiful are your feet in sandals, O noble daughter! Your rounded thighs are like jewels, the work of a master hand. 2 Your navel is a rounded bowl that never lacks mixed wine. Your belly is a heap of wheat, encircled with lilies. 3 Your two breasts are like two fawns, twins of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Believe In The Communion Of Saints Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,875 views

    There are no self made Christians. The Communion of Saints is vital to a Christian’s life.

    Hebrews 12:1-3, Acts 2:42-47 “I Believe In the Communion of Saints” INTRODUCTION American society tends to idolize the rugged, self-made individual. We admire their individuality, and their ability to overcome adverse conditions, excel, and achieve their chosen goals. ¨ Donald Trump ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Use Me Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 27, 2011
    based on 378 ratings
     | 85,233 views

    Why are we suppose to serve the Lord? Many reasons are given in scripture. 1- We serve because it’s what Jesus did 2- We serve because it demonstrates love 3- We serve because it pleases God

    INTRO.- Everyone serves someone or something and of course, it should be the Lord. Not money and not some other person. ILL.- When Irving S. Olds was chairman of the U.S. Steel Corporation (1940-52), he arrived for a stockholders’ meeting and was confronted by a woman who asked, "Exactly who are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "The Problem With Churches"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 20, 2009
     | 3,385 views

    Some ideas of how the church SHOULD be.

    “The Problem with Churches” October 20, 2009 “I, John, your brother and companion in the suffering and kingdom and patient endurance that are ours in Jesus, was on the island of Patmos because of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus. On the Lord’s Day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Ridding Ourselves Of Our Idols Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 18, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,134 views

    We need to rid ourselves of the idols that prevent us from serving God as He desires us to serve!

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: June 8, 2006 Date Preached: June 11, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Idolatry in the Church Sermon Title: Ridding Ourselves of Idols Sermon Text: 2 Tim 1:6-7 Introduction: This past week you heard me share with you several idols ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Mar 4, 2008
    based on 58 ratings
     | 72,744 views

    The disciple is to utterly disown himself, to refuse to acknowledge the self of the old man.

    Series: Demands of Christ TAKE UP YOUR CROSS AND FOLLOW ME Matthew 16:24-27 (John Hamby, Sermon: The Demands of Discipleship, Mt16:24-27,SermonCentral) We live in a day of "casual Christianity." I heard someone recently say that the average church could drop one fourth of its members from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gregory Thomas avatar

    The Beast Enemy - In - A - Me

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 26, 2001
    based on 86 ratings
     | 4,896 views

    THIS IS A SERMON THAT ADDRESSES THE ISSUES OF FORNICATION AND ADULTERY THAT WE SO READILY ACCEPT AMONGST OUR BELIEVERS,FURTHERMORE, WE ALLOW THESE INDIVISUALS TO HOLD OFFICES IN OUR CHURCHES WITH NO DISCIPLINE FOR THEIR LIFESTYLES.

    THE BEAST ENEMY IN - A - ME THROUGH THIS GOD GIVEN MESSAGE I WANT TO SHOW HOW PAUL IS WRITING THIS EPISTLE OF CHRISTIAN FREEDOM TO A PEOPLE WHO WERE WILLING TO GIVE UP THE PRICELESS LIBERTY THEY POSESSED IN CHRIST FOR A LIE . PAUL WRITES THIS EPISTLE IN A TIMELY MANNER BECAUSE THE CHURCH ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 14, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,174 views

    Many today carelessly go around unaware of the imminent danger of dying unsaved and spending an eternity in Hell. They’re not seeking deliverance as they’re unaware they’re lost. Before one can be delivered they first must see they are lost.

    Lost and Found Matthew 18:10-14 Introduction: The famous “Johnstown Flood” of May 31, 1889 was likely the single most newsworthy item in American history between the assassination of Lincoln and World War I. At 3:10 p.m. on May 31, 1889, following a full-day of unprecedented heavy rains, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Homecoming

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 30, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 31,418 views

    The story of the prodigal son has been repeated in our lives again and again as we like the prodigal rebel against God’s path for us until we come to the realization of our actions and being filled with regret, repent and return to find restoration.

    HOMECOMING LUKE 15:11-24A Introduction: Luke 15 tells us the story of a wonderful homecoming. The steps leading up to that homecoming are steps that were anything but easy; but necessary. A young man played the fool and learned the hard way what it meant to be away from the love, joy and safety of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Poole avatar

    Taming The Tongue

    Contributed by Bobby Poole on Aug 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,400 views

    The tongue is such a small part of our body but can get us into so much trouble if it’s not tamed.

    A man was eating breakfast and reading the newspaper one morning, and as we men do, he was absolutely absorbed with what he was reading. His wife was getting ready to go to work and popped into the kitchen and asked that most dreaded of all questions, "Honey, do these pants make me look fat?" To ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist