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  • Peter Thelander avatar

    Covenant Of Giving

    Contributed by Peter Thelander on Oct 29, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 13,562 views

    A challenge to our congregation to make a covenant with God for next years’ giving.

    For those who are guests and visitors this morning, I need to start our by apologizing to you. Every church has to take care of business from time to time, and the next few minutes are our turn. I need to speak to our members and regular attenders. This morning not only are we bringing our ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Marks Of An Effective Minister Part 1

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 28, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,138 views

    A message geared for lay ministry

    Marks of an Effective Minister - Section one 1 Timothy 4.6-11 July 13, 1997 Evening Service Introduction I. Last week review: Marks of Effective Ministry- Active and Involved, Exalt Christ, Available, Prayerful, Fruitful and not prejudice II. Role of the Full Time Minister: Designing ministry and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Bartimaeus Receives Sight.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 29, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,346 views

    Misery is the object of mercy.

    Bartimaeus receives sight. Mark 10:46-52. 11/30/03 Jesus and His disciples were on their way to Jerusalem for one of the biggest festivities celebrated by the Jews. It was nearing the time of the Passover and Jesus, along with thousands would be in Jerusalem for that time. On their way to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Three Cs In Marrage,part One Series

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Dec 13, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,587 views

    Part one of three part series in the relationship of man and wife. Dealing with the way to have a succesful marrage according to scripture.1st, Committment in Marrage.

    The Three Cs of Marrage The three Cs that aid in a sucessful Marrage. Ephesians 5:20-33 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cross (Christmas) Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 16, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,739 views

    Part 3 of 4 in the series "Why Did My Savior Come to Earth?" Shows the inevitable result of Jesus’ Birth.

    The Cross Mark 15:21-39 INTRODUCTION Why did my Savior come to earth, and to the humble go? Why did he choose a lowly birth? Because he loved me so! Why did He drink the bitter cup of sorrow, pain and woe? Why on the cross be lifted up? Because he loved me so! He loved me so, He loved me so; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Prepare, Practice, Play

    Contributed by Paul Redwine on Jan 2, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 4,718 views

    Christians are to be DOERS of the Word.

    Prepare, Practice, Play, James 1:19-27 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, July 13, 2003 Introduction At a sporting event, you can see that the fans participate in the sport in their own unique ways: The Casual Spectator -- watches the game for some entertainment The Tailgater -- The more ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Drama Ministry.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,358 views

    The prophet is here ordered to represent to him and others by signs and drama that would be proper and powerful to strike the fancy and to affect the mind.

    Drama ministry. Ezekiel 4: 1 -- 8. 01/04/04 A few years ago some churches involved drama into their services. I think it works real fine. Now there are some in the churches that doesn’t like drama because they don’t want change. Change in the church services upset some they say we ought to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Leaders' Personal Habits - (Part 7 Of 7) Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,221 views

    Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime.

    This final category touches the leader in his relationship to alcohol and money-two areas of perennial tempta-tion. Don’t overlook God’s Word on these crucial points! If you do, you will regret it later. 1. Not given to drunkenness 1 Tim 3:3; Titus 1:7 Literally this phrase means "not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Overcoming The Fear Of Walking Alone

    Contributed by Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. on Nov 16, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,635 views

    God will help you face to the unknown.

    Life-Line For Jesus Community Church 9/02 Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. Overcoming the fear of walking alone Is 40:29 He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength. 30 Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    O What A Wonderful Gift Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 17, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 8,495 views

    Jesus was God’s wonderful gift to us - how will you react to that Gift

    Field Dalling/ Saxlingham Christmas Eve 2002 Luke 1:26-38: Receiving a wonderful gift. Story: The son of a wealthy man expected to receive a sports car for his graduation. Instead his Dad called him into his study told him that he loved him and handed him a wrapped-up ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Mountaintops And Valleys

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 8, 2003
    based on 184 ratings
     | 14,446 views

    A message taken from the story of David and Goliath on the purpose of Mountaintops and Valleys in the life of the believer.

    Mountaintops And Valleys I Samuel 17 Introduction I remember talking to someone a few years ago and they ask me this question. “Why does God allow bad things to happen to people?” Why are people unhappy in a miserable marriage was the issue at stake. This individual went on to mention other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    The Work Of Deacons

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 10, 2003
    based on 144 ratings
     | 12,176 views

    The duties, qualifications, rewards of the Deacon.

    The work of a Deacon I Tim. 3:8-13 INTRO.: In God’s Kingdom, spiritual things and the spirit itself are of supreme importance. But, we live in a material world and, from a practical point of view, it is impossible to express ourselves in spiritual words or address spiritual matters without dealing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Doctrino Romano Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 16, 2004
    based on 23 ratings
     | 3,114 views

    Through a saving relationship with God, we receive what we all crave, security and significance.

    Doctrino Romano: Embarking on a Journey (Romans 1:1-7) Note: I had a handout with fill in the blanks. That is why there are lines (indicating these were originally blanks) INTRO 1. Since our new series, Doctrine Romano, deals with some pretty serious subjects, I thought I’d counterbalance that ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Spiritual Leadership

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Mar 12, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,013 views

    Spiritual leadership is a special opportunity given to God-chosen individuals for a special purpose.

    Spiritual leadership is a very important subject worthy to be considered for deeper study. Its indisputable value and amplification has reached a new milestone. Its admirable effects are now being desired by highly competitive and intellectual people in the secular realm. Men of integrity have seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Norris Harris I avatar

    A Renewed Mind

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 2, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 16,521 views

    God desires not only a Change in the Mind of His children at the time of conversion; He also desires a Mind that is Totally Renewed. The Reason evil spirits can work is that we have not been liberated entirely from a Carnal Mind.

    God desires not only a Change in the Mind of His children at the time of conversion; He also desires a Mind that is Totally Renewed. The Reason evil spirits can work is that we have not been liberated entirely from a Carnal Mind. We may start out with a Narrow Mentality which cannot tolerate others ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist