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  • Christian Cheong avatar

    First Be A Follower Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 14, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,192 views

    We are called to follow Jesus, not seek a position. The 3 principles of ’followership’ is (1) hear His call, (2) lay down your own agenda, and (3) fix your eyes on Jesus.

    Someone once asked a woman what she did for a living, and she said, "I’m a follower of Jesus Christ; disguised as a waitress!" WE ARE CALLED TO FOLLOW JESUS, NOT SEEK A POSITION. When Jesus first called the disciples, they were not called to be leaders. „« He did not call them into leadership ¡V ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The First Miracle Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 12, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 17,028 views

    Jesus can quench our thirst for real, lasting joy.

    In every wedding ceremony, there is always at least one mistake. A young couple, very much in love, was getting married. Marilyn, the wife to be, was very nervous about the big occasion and so the pastor chose a Scripture verse that he felt would be a great encouragement to her. The verse was 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus First!

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 8, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 3,967 views

    Deals with the place of honor that we give to Jesus.

    Near the center of one of our great Midwestern cities there is a restaurant that has consistently rated with the critics. It’s really just a hole-in-the-wall but the chicken is "O, so good..." The restaurant is called: Holy Ghost Fire Baptized Chicken-which of course is a rather peculiar name for ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Who's On First?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 5, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,966 views

    If the Christian life was a game of baseball, then who is at first base will determine how successful you will be in your Christian life. Spiritually, it is important who is on first in your life. It's a matter of priorities.

    Who's on First? Matthew 6:24-34 Coach Bobby Bowden of Florida State liked to inspire his teams with parables. According to Tennessee Titans center Kevin Long, who played under Bowden, one of Bowden’s favorite stories centered on his playing days in college baseball. Bowden had never hit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Safety Is Not First! Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008
     | 4,617 views

    Safety first is not a good motto for a Christian. (It must be “Christ First.”)

    Turning Our Church Inside Out – Part 3 – Safety is not first! 1) Opening Illustration: a. Three Amigos b. Clip: "I’m drawing a line." This clip begins in the middle of chapter 11 if you are using a DVD. If you are using VHS, begin the counter at the opening of the movie where the Orion Pictures ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Sign

    Contributed by Anthony Soyao on Jan 18, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,667 views

    Messianic sign in the Wedding in Cana through Invitation, Petition, Expectation, Transformation & Glorification

    The First Sign John 2:1-11 The Wedding in Cana 1. Jesus, Mary and the Disciples in a Wedding festival – The Invitation (Verse 1 – 2) A. Jesus did his first messianic sign at a wedding festival B. Weddings were the biggest and most important celebrations among the Jewish people C. The weeklong ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Kingdom First PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,734 views

    The main point of this sermon is to understand and embrace the truth that the Kingdom of God is here and within us, and we are called to prioritize it above all else in our lives.

    Good morning, Church! Today, we're diving into something that's as radical now as it was when Jesus first spoke it: The Kingdom of God is here, the Kingdom of God is in us, and we're called to put that Kingdom first. Our guiding Scripture for today's sermon comes from Matthew 6:33, which says, "But ...read more

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    The First Evangelists

    Contributed by John Quigley on Apr 6, 2016
     | 5,109 views

    The women to and from the tomb.

    Set the stage first: Read the verses: Just as the dawn was beginning to break, the women make their way to the tomb, there are soldiers supposed to be there guarding the tomb to make sure no one comes to steal the body. They expected that the stone would have to be rolled away so they could go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Miracle

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 9, 2012
     | 9,324 views

    In the eleventh verse of this chapter it says, “This beginning of miracles did Jesus.” From this we know that this was His first miracle. We are told that He turned water into wine at a wedding in the city of Cana, in Galilee.

    Title: The First Miracle Location: Cana of Galilee Text: John 2:1-10 This morning I want to invite all of you to have a close look at Jesus' first miracle. It’s recorded in John 2:1-11. In the eleventh verse of this chapter it says, “This beginning of miracles did Jesus.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First Seal

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 25, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,582 views

    The first seal is broken

    Verse 1-First Seal Who opened the seals? The Lamb This tells us that all that is going to happen is preordained by God! Verse 2-White Horse When a King was victorious during times of war he would ride into town on a great steed, and during times of peace he would ride a colt. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First In Line

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Nov 17, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,778 views

    A short graveside message.

    -Our culture is fascinated with the afterlife. They can’t get enough of it. -Hollywood makes movie after movie about it. -Authors write books about it. -The national enquirer writes “news” stories about it. -One of the big news magazines like Time or Newsweek will have a story related to it just ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    First Fruits Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 27, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,949 views

    We build a "Life of Stewardship" in the offering of "Firstfruits", when we:1) Use God’s gift to His fullest Expectations. (Deuteronomy 26:1), 2) Return to God the first of everything He has given you (Deuteronomy 26:2-4), 3) Share the story of God’s goodn

    Prime Minister Stephen Harper had to walk a fine line in (this week`s) G8 summit talks on the Middle East, upholding Ottawa’s strong support for Israel while respecting President Obama’s recent call for talks based on pre-war 1967 borders, and resisting Europe’s determination to pressure the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Five Firsts

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 4, 2007
    based on 185 ratings
     | 53,370 views

    New Year message from the Book of Beginnings showing the first mention of Satan, Sin, the Saviour, the death Sentence, and the first Sacrifice...all in the same passage. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

    FIVE FIRSTS Genesis 3:1-15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/FiveFirsts.html This is the first Sunday service of 2007. As we begin a new year many of us are trying to make a new start in different areas…from our waistlines to our finances, to how we spend our time. We’re right at the beginning and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First Response Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Jan 10, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,204 views

    How do you respond when you’re hit with distressing news? Do you respond in anger? Do you respond in fear? Do you respond by immediately jumping up and trying to fix the problem? None of those responses were Nehemiah’s first response.

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com A few years ago, I remember sitting in my office in Asheville, NC, one quiet Tuesday morning. Of course I was in uniform. As an Air Force recruiter, I spent most of my time in uniform. But as my office partner and I sat there that morning taking care of some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First Love

    Contributed by Dewayne Bolton on Sep 7, 2012
     | 7,117 views

    To encourage believers to keep their first love alive and viberant

    REVELATION 2:1-5 FIRST LOVE INTRO: A. John had been banished to the Island of Patmos and while there he was overshadowed by the Holy Spirit while worshiping God. a. Being overshadowed by the Holy Spirit he was shown things which must shortly take place. b. I do not have time to elaborate on those ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness