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  • Norris Harris I avatar

    Keys To An Effective Ministry

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 2, 2003
    based on 69 ratings
     | 13,637 views

    One major problem that confronts many localized churches is that they are very conscious of the fact that the Ministry of the Church is supposed to be Effective, Effectual and Efficient, but they are at a loss as to how to make it so. So I want to give yo

    One major problem that confronts many localized churches is that they are very conscious of the fact that the Ministry of the Church is supposed to be Effective, Effectual and Efficient, but they are at a loss as to how to make it so. Their dilemma is How to move from the Supposed to the Actual. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    I Am The Vine Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 104 ratings
     | 57,646 views

    Jesus used symbolism of the Grape Vine to picture our relationship with God.

    I AM series #7 I AM the Vine John 15 Scripture Reading: John 15:5-8 INTRODUCTION: This summer I’ve been preaching about the I AM statements that Jesus made. There are 7, and all of them are recorded in the Gospel of John. I learned something while doing this series. (Even when you’re in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beginning With The End In Mind

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Nov 19, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,799 views

    This is the end that we must have in mind when we begin anything in the church. Our destination must be a congregation filled with people who are filled with Christ and who are filling the world with his love.

    BEGINNING WITH THE END IN MIND Isaac Butterworth The Installation of a New Pastor November 21, 2010 John 15:1-8 (NIV) 1 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    We Know How It Ends Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Oct 13, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,956 views

    We see the power, prestige, and the permanence of this world while God knows it’s only temporary and how it ends.

    1. In so many ways, we see things differently than God does. a. We see the sickness, God sees the healing. b. We see the troubles, God sees the triumph. c. We so easily see the tribulation, while God sees the training. d. Man sees the power, the prestige, the permanence of this world while God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fruit Happens

    Contributed by Joe Stanley on Nov 15, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,632 views

    A sermon about staying connected to Christ.

    Fruit Happens Joe Stanley November 15, 2008 John 15:1-8 This morning we are in the book of John, chapter 15. Last week we were in chapter 1 and briefly discussed the historicity of the book of John, and John’s purpose of writing this book. We also briefly touched on science and scripture and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Christ, Our Friend And Brother Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 12, 2013
     | 7,235 views

    We can relate to God as Friend and Brother through Jesus.

    Most Canadians will say they believe in god. Now of course, what that means will vary greatly, and I suspect that for a good number of those who say they believe in God it is not something they have deeply examined or thought about. It might be like saying, “I believe that people have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Growing On The Vine

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 22, 2020
     | 5,199 views

    To be connected with the Lord is the only way a believer is able to do what the Lord is wanting and desiring for us today .

    Growing on the vine John 15:1-8 Prayer- Introduction- Good Morning We have been talking about connections. Connections to God and connections to each others. Connections to your family and connecting with your church. Connecting is especially hard during a period of time where it is hard to ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • David Nolte avatar

    Good, Better, Best

    Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 26, 2021
     | 4,109 views

    We all could use some improvement in life.

    Well, another year has just about gone and a new one is about to be born. I hope there will be some significant changes for the good. There will be changes that’s inevitable. But while God is still God and remains unchanged, but we all undergo changes. Wrinkles pop up where once smooth skin ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Roger Hasselquist avatar

    Communion With Jesus

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 18, 2025
     | 344 views

    The Lord wants all of us to be in close fellowship with Him. And in the New Covenant relationship we have with Jesus, our time around the communion table as we partake in the Lord's Supper is a high point connecting us with Jesus in a special way.

    Alba 8-10-2025 COMMUNION WITH JESUS I Corinthians 10:14-22 If you have seen the film, “Mrs. Doubtfire”, you know that Robin Williams plays a divorced man who dresses up as an English nanny in order to see his kids every day. He has three children. He becomes great friends with their mom (his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Welch avatar

    Future Focus Motivates Present Faithfulness Pt 6 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018
     | 1,881 views

    Part 6 in our discussion of how a future focus motivates present behavior. This message focuses on the pursuit of sanctification.

    Future Focus Present Faithfulness Series Pt 6 “Pursue Sanctification” Review A holy life is one whose direction comes from the principles and purposes of Scripture. A future focus motivates us to think about how we are living today. What does our life communicate to those around us? Does our way ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    The Christ Code

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on May 21, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,862 views

    Uncover the secret and blessing of Abiding in Christ

    - Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code - The search for the Holy Grail is generally considered to be the cup from which Christ drank at the Last Supper and the one used by Joseph of Arimathea to catch his blood as he hung on the cross, said to possess miraculous powers. - Tom Hanks as religious symbology ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Contentment A Priceless Possession Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 7, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,343 views

    True contentment depends not upon what we have but where we are -- In Christ (God)

    PowerPoint Codes +New Slide, >Transition Mental Detectors — Ps 46 Everybody Is Searching For Something What Are You Searching For? + 1 in a series Contentment a Priceless Possession + Wisteria is the name of a lovely twisting vine with beautiful cascading blossoms. This flower of the pea family ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Consequences For Spiritual Hypocrisy

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 76 ratings
     | 15,061 views

    Why do some people think that they can benefit from pretending to be something that they are not? Dishonesty is a serious sin against God. Ananias and Sapphira offered to sell their property and give the proceeds to the church, but they lied about giving

    1. Why do some people think that they can benefit from pretending to be something that they are not? Dishonesty is a serious sin against God. Ananias and Sapphira offered to sell their property and give the proceeds to the church, but they lied about giving all the money to God while keeping ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kevin Newman avatar

    Christ's Picture Of The Church

    Contributed by Kevin Newman on Sep 3, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,439 views

    How does Christ see us as the church? He has made us with a purpose, and how He sees us demonstrates that purpose.

    Introduction -- In Alaska the mosquitoes are horrible during the summer. Most people wonder why God created them. But we know that God had a purpose for them, and for us! If we can see ourselves as god sees us, it helps us to understand our purpose in life. Background -- Revelation is a symbolic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Miller avatar

    The Joy Of Being God's Friend

    Contributed by Jim Miller on Nov 3, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,997 views

    If we remain in Jesus love, we’ll experience joy and know what it means to be a friend of Jesus.

    John 15:9-17 Feeling a little better now that we’ve slowed down a bit. Last week, went back and picked up how God prunes us, disciplines us, trains us to create his image in us. Tom Landry used to say, “The job of a football coach is to make men do what they don’t want to do, in order to achieve ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren