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  • Darrin Fish avatar

    Making A Difference

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015
     | 16,047 views

    How often do we brighten up the lives of others with special acts? • Or maybe a better question is, how often do we look for these kind of opportunities?

    A minister wore a carnation on his lapel every Sunday morning. • He never gave it much thought until one day after church, • A visiting boy about ten years old asked him if he could have it. • The minister handed it to him and asked him why he wanted it. • The boy said ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Gift Of Quality Instruction

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Sep 27, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,099 views

    What is the spiritual gift of TEACHING?

    The Gift of Quality Instruction Romans 12:7 We’ve been looking at the spiritual gifts which God gives to members of the Body of Christ, His Church, in order to bring glory to Him alone, and to edify us together in unity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Useful To The Master

    Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 30, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,666 views

    I, like you I’m sure, want the church to be successful, fruitful, fulfilling prophecy, and impacting our community. So, let’s look at these “reminders” and see how we, the church, could become “Useful to the Master.”

    Useful to the Master 2 Timothy 2:14-26 I don’t know about you, but sometimes I need to be reminded over and over about certain things. Anniversaries, birthdays, taking out the trash…things like that sometimes just slip my mind and land me in hot water. Paul here is instructing Timothy to “keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Missing Parts Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 31, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,103 views

    Does your Christian faith and practice have some missing parts? Are there important gaps in your knowledge or practice of the Christian life? If so, you are not alone!

    Missing Parts (Acts 18:18-28) 1. Instead of a sandbox for our grandson, we bought a wrapping paper storage container. The idea is that it is portable and we can clamp on the lid to keep out cats or rain. Only one problem: one latch was missing. 2. We, too, can have missing parts. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    1st John 1:1-4 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 24, 2025
     | 1,089 views

    Jesus is fully God and fully Man

    1 John 1:1-4 So just to mention again, we are looking to understand properly the meaning of scripture and we need to think about who the letter was written to, why the letter was written and what does it hope to get across or correct. This letter was written to church(s) in Ephesus because they ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Fatherhood And Mentorship

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 15, 2025
     | 128 views

    God uses fatherhood and mentorship to preserve, guide, and raise generations for His glory.

    FATHERHOOD AND MENTORSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 4:15 “For though ye have ten thousand instructors in Christ, yet have ye not many fathers: for in Christ Jesus I have begotten you through the gospel.” Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:1-2; 2 Timothy 2:2; Malachi 4:5-6; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lost And Found #2 Series

    Contributed by Brian B on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,996 views

    This is #2 of three in the parables of the lost coin and the lost sheep. in the previous sermon we learned the value of a human being, This sermon consentraits on the all out search that takes place when something valuable is lost!

    Segment 2 Please take a moment to place your vote. If you have an idea for an improvement, I am very teachable. My e-Mail is pastorbrian@greenrivernazarene.com not for publication... simply written to be preached. i remember that this first illustration came from somewhere on the Sermon Central ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    David: A Life Of Faith And Praise Despite Failure

    Contributed by Andrew Hoskins on Aug 16, 2025
     | 246 views

    Church, when we hear David, most of us think “David and Goliath.” It’s the classic underdog story. But here’s the truth: David himself never bragged about killing Goliath. That was recorded by Samuel.

    Introduction Church, when we hear David, most of us think “David and Goliath.” It’s the classic underdog story. But here’s the truth: David himself never bragged about killing Goliath. That was recorded by Samuel. Why? Because David didn’t see that as his greatest story of faith. His true testimony ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Godly Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 19, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,718 views

    From the series Faith that works. Godly wisdom can only come from God, and substituting earthly wisdom only creates a life of chaos.

    Godly Wisdom James chapter 3:13-18 Introduction James 3:13-18 As we continue to look at practical teachings of James, we see today James is talking about wisdom. That there is two kinds of wisdom. There is wisdom that comes from heaven and there ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Living Right

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 26, 2020
     | 3,379 views

    We need to have a right relationship with the Lord as defined by the Lord

    Living Right Proverbs 12 Introduction- Good Morning everyone Happy you decided to join us as we gather together to hear the word of the Lord. We are hopeful that you have come with an open heart for Him to speak to you. We have had so much negative news lately that I would like to open the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Welcoming The Word

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Oct 11, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 32,539 views

    The Bible is full of great truths. But, these truths can do you no good, even if you know them, if you don’t receive them.

    Introduction I want you to take your Bibles now and turn to James chapter 1, and we’ll begin reading where we left off this morning. And, that is with verse 21, James chapter 1 and verse 21. We want to speak to you on a truth that we studied together some time ago. But, since we’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Youth Minister's Message For The Ages

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 69 ratings
     | 8,543 views

    Paul wrote, "Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity show yourself to be an example to all the believers." There is something powerful in a godly example that silences all critics.

    Illustration: During the seven years I worked as a Youth Pastor in southern California the Lord showed me the importance of abiding by the truth in I Timothy 4:12. Paul wrote, "Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity show yourself to be an example ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Charles Jones avatar

    On Fire But Not Anointed Series

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Aug 29, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 15,117 views

    Apollos knew about John’s declaration that Jesus was the Lamb of God which taketh away the sins of the world, I believe he knew about Jesus’ death and resurrection and I also believe that he knew about Jesus as Savior but he didn’t know anything about the

    As we look at our text this morning we are dealing with a very familiar text about Apollos and his encounter with Priscilla and Aquilla who would literally change his life. Often times God allows us to cross paths with people that we often don’t know who happen to be in our lives for a season……and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Commitment Choice Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,270 views

    I am strongest when I choose to commit all of my life and will to Christ's care and control.

    Title: The Commitment Choice Text: “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 Thesis: I am strongest when I choose to commit all of my life and will to Christ’s care and control. Lenten Series: Life’s Healing Choices (Saddleback Resources) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Merits Of Meekness Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 8, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,748 views

    3rd sermon in an 8 part series on the Beatitudes. This series challenges us to "Shift" our thinking in what really brings true happiness. (*Refreshed with some rewrite in 8/08. PowerPoint and Video Clips available on request.)

    THE MERITS OF MEEKNESS MATTHEW 5:5 INTRODUCTION: Maybe there is no other beatitude, spoken by Jesus, that is more confusing than the one we study today. “Blessed are the meek...” Why is it confusing? Because we don’t think of meekness as a desired attribute in our character. How many of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church