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  • Spencer Miller avatar

    It’s Not The Messenger, It’s The Message

    Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 9, 2013
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     | 16,505 views

    Paul was direct and focused on what he had to do; he was a messenger of Christ, not of himself or anyone else and he knew it.

    16 For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel! 17 For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me. 18 What is my reward then? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "What Will My Church Look Like In The Future?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 26, 2013
     | 5,568 views

    A sermon on tithing.

    Malachi 3:6-10 "What Will My Church Look Like in the Future?" With July 4th right around the corner, let's think a little bit about the American Dream. To be sure there have been some wonderful dreams in our nation's history. Our founders had a dream about life, liberty, and the pursuit of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Moved By Mercy To Be Merciful

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 3, 2013
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     | 6,743 views

    The spiritual gift of being merciful is far more than a feeling or an emotion: it reflects the mercy of God.

    “Moved by Mercy to Be Merciful” Romans 12:8d “He who shows mercy, with cheerfulness.” Today we look at the seventh spiritual gift mentioned in Romans 12, namely, that of being showing mercy to others. The gifts (prophecy, serving, teaching, exhortation, giving, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Fear To Boldness Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 14, 2015
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     | 6,733 views

    How was it that the disciples of Jesus went from locking the doors in fear of the Jews to giving them the message about what a mess they had made of things, how do we boldly approach our faith?

    Sermon: from fear to boldness. There was a shift that occurred in the lives of the disciples. I remember as a young boy doing things for the first time and a lot of them involved overcoming fear, swimming across the Maitai River, riding a bike, riding a bike no handed, riding a bike down the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Living In Grace Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015
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     | 18,089 views

    Grace touches all aspects of our lives. Life is all by grace. God’s grace is always available to you. How can we access it and live by it?

    Living in God’s Amazing Grace 2 Cor. 6:1-2 (NCV) "So we beg you: DO NOT let the grace that you received from God be for nothing!" This summer, we looked at God’s grace and this Fall we’ve learned about the Means of receiving God's grace throughout our lives which Methodists have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Redefining Wealth Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015
     | 5,369 views

    In our Scripture today, Jesus gives us keys on redefining our understanding of money and the role that it plays in our life. How you handle your money impacts your relationship with God.

    Redefining Wealth Matthew 6:19-33 A wealthy, older
gentleman had just recently married a lovely young lady 40 years younger than him, and was beginning to wonder whether she might have married
him for his money. So he asked her, "Tell me the truth: if I lost all my money, would you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Social Skills Required From Jesus To Sort The Tantrums.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 24, 2014
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    At first glance this Gospel reading is very uninspiring; and read over it quickly, but there is much more to this story than meets the eye; its message, the social skills and the tantrums hide some secrets that lay hidden. Read on and enjoy …

    Amos 8:1-12 Psalm 52 Colossians 1:15-28 Luke 10:38-42 Summary: At first glance this Gospel reading is very uninspiring; and read over it quickly, but there is much more to this story than meets the eye; its message, the social skills and the tantrums hide some secrets that lay hidden. Read on and ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    From Fish To Sheep Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 19, 2014
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     | 12,156 views

    The familiar dialogue between Peter and Jesus after the fish miracle on the Galilean beach reinstates Peter as a disciple and calls others to Fish but also Shepherd.

    Fifty Forgotten Days: “From Fish to Sheep” John 21:15-17 Several disciples had just witnessed and had been PART OF another fish miracle on the shores of Galilee. The catch of 153 fish at the Galilee Breakfast with Jesus pointed to the large HOLY SPIRIT-Pentecost catch to come when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Minister Like Jesus

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010
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    • Today we are going to look at how we can minister like Jesus. • Jesus came to set the example for you and me. We are going to look why Jesus came to earth and who He came to help. • Over the next few weeks I want to take a look at the ministry of J

    • Today we are going to look at how we can minister like Jesus. • Jesus came to set the example for you and me. We are going to look why Jesus came to earth and who He came to help. • Over the next few weeks I want to take a look at the ministry of Jesus, the mission of Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Servant's Response!

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Nov 8, 2011
     | 4,622 views

    As Christians in the radically self promoting age we need to remind ourselves that we are not lords over God's heritage but His servants, and servants to our brethren in our ministry to glorify Christ.

    "If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Got Joy

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jan 20, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,941 views

    As Christians we should be joyful because of who and what God has done for us.

    Got Joy Galatians 5:22 Intro: How many of you remember the “Got Milk” commercials? The original one showed this guy who was obsessed with Alexander Hamilton. The commercial showed his whole house and it had pictures and statues and all sorts of paraphernalia every where regarding ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Membership Matters Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jan 26, 2012
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     | 10,570 views

    Membership is a COVENANT made between fellow Christians to establish and uphold one another in our journey as Christ’s disciples.

    MEMBERSHIP MATTERS Ephesians 2:19 INTRODUCTION One of the most recognizable advertising motto’s says “MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS PRIVILEGES” Some of you carry a couple of cards in your wallet that give you certain privileges not available to the “general public.” One card ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Liberty In Jesus Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Jul 15, 2012
     | 9,582 views

    Jesus said " So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free." This sermon teaches on 9 freedoms that we have in Christ.

    This month I have been talking about our rights to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”. I have also made the comment that we are not truly independent but very much dependent on God, our potter. Today I want to discuss “liberty”. We will begin by looking at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Truth About Lying

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 26, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 14,255 views

    Although the movie, "Liar, Liar" is a comedy, the issue of lying is anything but funny. Max’s birthday wish was for his father to stop lying. God has that same desire for us. He understands how serious of an issue lying is and how important it is for his

    THE TRUTH ABOUT LYING INTRODUCTION: Jim Carrey movie, “Liar, Liar”. “Jim Carrey plays Fletcher Reede, a career-focused lawyer and divorced father. Fletcher loves to spend time with his son Max, but he has a habit of giving precedence to his job, breaking promises to Max and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Psalm 119 - Beth - V.9-16 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 20, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,767 views

    What do I have to do to live a pure life before God? The psalmist asks this question of himself, and of those he is instructing... In these verses the psalmist sets forth a series of actions on the part of the follower, and what those actions will do to h

    How can I live a pure life before God? This is the question posed by the Psalmist here in the Beth section of Psalm 119 (v.9-16) We find ourselves asking that same question… “How can I be holy? How can I be pure before God?” and many of us fall into the lie and deception of Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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