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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Exposing The Kingdom Focused Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 16, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,629 views

    Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books "The Kingdom Focused Church" and "Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s "Simple Church."

    EXPOSING THE KINGDOM FOCUSED CHURCH Matthew 16:18-19 / Matthew 28:18-20 > Have you ever taken a picture, taken it to be developed, and it came back “out of focus?” Do you remember your frustration? And do you remember that your frustration was control somewhat by basically 2 factors; how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Will To Win Series

    Contributed by Rob Yanok on Sep 10, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,047 views

    Success and Winning is a product of effort and never occurs by chance, therefore we must be Intentional, we must WILL IT!

    “The Will To Win” – Pastor Rob Yanok Text: Joshua 1:8, John 15:16, I Cor. 9:24 Proverbs 21:5 – Says “The Thoughts of the diligent tend only to the plenteous...” I. Thoughts on Winning 1. Winning isn’t everything; it’s the only thing – Vince Lombardi 2. Winners spend time building ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Anchor Of The Soul

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025
     | 471 views

    Using the metaphor of a ship caught in a violent tempest, this sermon introduces the Christian hope found in Hebrews 6 as a "sure and stedfast" heavenly anchor for the soul, providing an unshakeable foundation during life's storms of anxiety, grief, and uncertainty.

    Sermon: The Anchor of the Soul Text: Hebrews 6:17-20 I want you to imagine for a moment a small vessel upon the great and mighty sea. The sun is bright, the water is like glass, and the journey is pleasant. But as any mariner will tell you, the sea is a fickle master. Without warning, the sky can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grow With Us By Knowing Spiritual Gifts PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 928 views

    Understand and appreciate the diversity of spiritual gifts given by the Holy Spirit, and how these gifts, though varied, are unified in purpose and should be used for the glory of God and the edification of the church.

    Good morning, church. Today, we'll be diving deep into 1 Corinthians 12:1-10, an important passage that speaks powerfully about the unity, variety, and purpose of Spiritual Gifts. "As God's children, we are not to be observers; we're to participate actively in the Lord's work. Spectators sit and ...read more

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    5 Fold PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,584 views

    Explore and understand the significance of the 5-fold ministry (apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers) and how these roles serve to support and strengthen the church.

    Good morning, church family. Today, we're gonna be diving into a truly powerful passage from the book of Ephesians, specifically Ephesians 4:11. In this scripture, the Apostle Paul lays out what is often referred to as the 5-fold ministry. These are the offices or roles that Christ has gifted to ...read more

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    Amos, Justice And Judgment Series

    Contributed by Michael Goodfellow on Jun 17, 2002
    based on 101 ratings
     | 15,175 views

    The first in a summer series on the Minor Prophets.

    SERMON June 16, 2002 Donkin-Morien-Birch Grove Pastoral Charge Amos 4: 1-13 “Minor Prophets I: Amos, justice and judgement” This morning I begin my summer preaching project which will consist of twelve sermons on the Minor Prophets of the Old Testament. These 12 prophets form the closing part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    No Loopholes

    Contributed by Richard Jones on Nov 3, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 8,036 views

    Our response to God needs to be total.

    No Loopholes, We are called to be fools for Christ's sake Matthew 10:1 "Then He summoned His twelve disciples and gave them authority to expel unclean spirits and to cure sickness and disease of every kind" Everything in life that has meaning and value is rooted in God's Grace. Paul begins all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is A Bible

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 28, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,585 views

    Vince Lombardi rallied the spirits of his waning football team by demanding that these professional NFL superstars return to the basics. "THIS IS A FOOTBALL" he told them. This sermon is a call back to the fundamentals "THIS IS A BIBLE"

    I. CAN GOD BE KNOWN? HOW? A. PROBLEM OF KNOWING GOD 1. OUR SINFULNESS -- ISAIAH 1:1-4 2. OUR LIMITATIONS -- HOSEA 4:1-2 & 6 B. GOD’S AWESOME MYSTERIOUSNESS 1. GOD IS INFINITE, MAN IS FINITE (ISAIAH 55:8-9) 2. GOD IS ETERNAL, MAN IS TEMPORAL 3. GOD CANNOT BE KNOWN THROUGH ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Thirst No More! Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 9, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 11,440 views

    Jesus calls us to living streams of water in order to satisfy our souls thirst.

    First Baptist Church March 10, 2002 John 19:28-29 Parched Souls I’ve never considered myself a green thumb. I’ve never been very successful keeping houseplants alive. There was one time in my bachelor life, when I had five plants and everyone of them was dead. You know why they died. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Saved, Sanctified, And Sent Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 18, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 8,346 views

    A sermon on Matthew 3:13-17- Great for Baptism (Adapted from ideas on eSermons.com)

    Sermon for 3/17/2002 Matthew 3:16 The 3:16’s of the Bible Introduction: A. I have no been smooth with all of my baptisms. Water too cold, too hot, bugs, can get you down until you bubble, etc. B. One lady wanted to know what she would feel when she was baptized. Minister didn’t know how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christmas-- It's The Real Thing (Confessions Of A Christmas Lover)

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,796 views

    A sermon about sensing the hope of Christmas even amidst dark times.

    Intro…I’d like to begin with a confession tonight; an introduction in the tradition of a 12 step meeting; and those who know something of such meetings can help me out with your response. “My name is Brad and I’m a Christmas lover.” I feel welcomed! And I do truly love Christmas. As I get ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith To Faith

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Aug 21, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 70,231 views

    The Bible teaches that faith is the key to everything for the Christian. By faith we come to Christ. By faith we live our Christian lives with joy and gladness.

    Faith to Faith Text: Romans 1:17 Gullible. It never ceases to amaze me just how gullible people are. When P. T. Barnum said, "There’s a sucker born every minute," he was right. It seems that there is no limit to what we will believe. Listen to some of the titles that have appeared in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus' Jubilee Ministry

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 29, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 13,591 views

    Jesus announced the Jubilee and set the tone for what Christian ministry must be.

    Jubilee Vendee- September 24, 2003 After Jesus was baptized, he spent 40 days in a wilderness area, in prayer and drawing close to God, and under attack from the one who wanted to topple him from his high position of Messiah. Jesus won! He returned from the wilderness ready for his ministry and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Fourfold Name In Isaiah 9:6

    Contributed by Warren Bird on Dec 17, 2002
    based on 174 ratings
     | 76,847 views

    The magnificent fourfold name given to the promised child in Isaiah’s prophecy is a great encouragement, at Christmas and all year round.

    Introduction I don’t expect any of you to remember, but I promised at this time last year to preach tonight’s sermon at some time. My pre-Christmas message in 2001 was on the subject of “God’s Unique Sign” and in it I briefly discussed the verse in Isaiah 9:6 where the promised son is to be called ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Let The Pastor Move Over Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 4, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 9,213 views

    Discover Jesus’ job description for the pastor.

    (Message title and Scripture passage taken from John Maxwell’s series, MAKE YOUR MOVE) We are beginning a 4-part series titled, “The Dynamics of Church.” We’ll be looking at how God intends His Church to work. Again, when we talk about God’s Church, we’re talking about God’s people living and ...read more

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