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  • Michael McCartney avatar

    "Lessons From Paul's Apostleship" 1 Cor. 9 Pt 9 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 21, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,522 views

    Paul was an apostle, which is a special messenger, who gave up his personal rights for the Kingdom of God. He was a messenger of Heaven because he served the Kingdom of God and because his goal was an eternal reward in Heaven not on earth. But as Christia

    “Lessons from Paul’s Apostleship” Opening Illustration: Challenge the Ordinary by Blue Fish TV. We need to decide to live extra-ordinary lives as Christian and be all that we can be for the Lord. Thesis: Paul was an apostle, which is a special messenger, who gave up his personal rights for the ...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
     | 17,529 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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    The Way To Greatness Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 31, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,416 views

    Greatness is not determined by status. It is determined by service. So if you want to be truly great then follow the least, be the least, and serve the least

    Some time ago, I came across this piece written by a child. He imagines what it would be like if he were in charge of the world. If I were in charge of the world, he writes, I’d cancel oatmeal, Monday mornings, Allergy shots. If I were in charge of the world, There’d be brighter night lights, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Beware Of The Flesh Series

    Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009
     | 3,789 views

    This is an exposition of Philippian 3.1-11.

    Beware of the Flesh Text: Phil. 3.1-11 Introduction: 1. What is the “flesh”? Three things the flesh cannot do… I. The flesh cannot provide an acceptable service – vv.1-2. A. Service in the flesh is dangerous – v.1. B. Service in the flesh is “evil” – v.2. C. Service in the flesh is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Sherman Gordon avatar

    May The Work I’ve Done Speak For Me

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Dec 17, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 54,218 views

    MORE IMPORTANT THAN HOW LONG WE LIVE IS HOW WE LIVE OUR LIFE. DORCAS PATTERNS FOR US A LIFE WORTH LIVING AND REMEMBERING.

    MAY THE WORK I’VE DONE SPEAK FOR ME ACTS 9:36-41 ASHA, AMAYA, FAMILY/FRIENDS . . . EARTH HAS NO SORROW . . . DIFFICULT – I/WE DID NOT THINK IT WOULD END THIS WAY LEARNING – LIFE: . . . CURVE BALLS, FAST BALLS, SLIDERS OUR WAY. AT THESE TIMES WE MUST HOLD FIRM IN OUR FAITH OF GOD NO MATTER THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Talented People

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Dec 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,674 views

    If you are not actively pursuing ways to advance God’s work, you are failing your master.

    Talented People 01/29/06 AM Text: Matthew 25:14-25:30 Introduction America is seemingly fascinated with talented people. Take for example the show American Idol. This past Tuesday evening over 35 Million people tuned in to see the hopefuls risk their egos and to see what Simon had to say. So many ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Can Make A Difference!

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 1, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,000 views

    A sermon devoted to encouraging hearers to believe that God can use them right where they are to touch others for the kingdom.

    You Can Make a Difference! Col 1:3-6 Intro. Of the three network news cast, I prefer NBC because there is a segment at the end of the broadcast called “Making a Difference.” They report stories of individuals who have done just that—amazing stories of those who were not satisfied with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    With All Your Heart.

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,275 views

    with all your heart.

    Jeremiah 29:8 - 14 13 And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart. 1. Jeremiah says we’re to seek the Lord Early. The Babylonians, are carrying off these people into captivity 11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    God's Methods For Testing Believers

    Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Nov 20, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,005 views

    God never tempts us to sin, but God does test our faith. Here are some methods He may use.

    Genesis 22:1-14 God never tempts us to sin since He wants us to make decisions that please and glorify Him, but God does test our faith and our trust in Him in order to grow in our faith. Since God tests our faith, He may use various methods to help us to grow and become more faithful to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Problems And Prosperity Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 15, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,364 views

    It was inevitable that with the unprecedented growth the church of Jerusalem experienced, conflict and problems would arise. But the disciples acted speedily, and in the process established the principle of shared ministry, which brought even more growth.

    Problems and Prosperity Acts Series Chuck Sligh June 14, 2015 TEXT: Turn please in your Bibles to Acts 6. INTRODUCTION In our study of Acts we’ve seen how the church in Jerusalem grew from a small band of followers in the upper room to a large army of believers in a very short time. Look ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Judea: My Community And My Neighbors Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 1, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,129 views

    The Gospel, Our Witness to Those We Know, Service

    THE CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING – Judea: My Community & My Neighbors Acts 3:11-26 (pg. 760) July 12, 2015 Introduction: How many of you have ever thrown a pebble into a pond? Most of us, huh? It hits with a big explosion and then the waves ripple out in concentric ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Common Colt For An Uncommon King

    Contributed by James Stophel on Jun 6, 2014
     | 10,684 views

    Palm Sunday Message

    A Common Colt for an Uncommon King Text: Zechariah 9:9-10, Mark 11:1-10 Palm Sunday Intro: Have you ever paid close attention to how automakers test the safety of their cars? They use dummies – crash dummies that is. These automakers that test their vehicles use dummies to simulate what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    We Are The Lord's Workers, Not Men

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2016
     | 6,926 views

    To show that GOD gave us His Standards and gave us jobs/careers on earth so that He can demote and promote us, we are working for the LORD and not to men.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you the LORD's worker? Yes. 2 Timothy 2:15 2 Timothy 2:15 (Amplified Bible) Study and be eager and do your utmost to present yourself to God approved (tested by trial), a workman who has no cause to be ashamed, correctly analyzing and accurately dividing [rightly handling and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Horace Wimpey avatar

    Christian Fatigue

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Aug 6, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,085 views

    Paul writes that we should guard ourselves from growing weary of doing God's work. He reminds that we will reap what we sow.

    God’s Truth Stays the Same, Our Understanding Changes (Isaiah 45:22-25) 1. The English language began as Anglo Saxon, a Germanic language similar to Friesen. When the Vikings conquered England, they brought in their words and grammar. Then the French Normans conquered England and mixed in French. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Demonstrating Your Power Source-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014
     | 5,961 views

    1 of 4. Paul demonstrated/confirmed the Spirit’s power thru his manner of witness to the church at Corinth. How/When is a Christian’s power source confirmed/demonstrated? 5 demonstrations of one’s power source.

    DEMONSTRATING YOUR POWER SOURCE—1Corinthians 2:1-5 Attention: The customer in the Italian restaurant was so pleased that he asked to speak to the chef. The chef proudly appears from the kitchen & introduces himself to the customer. "Your alfredo is superb," the customer said. "I just spent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist