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  • Derek Geldart avatar

    To Be Found Faithful

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 3, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,309 views

    The following sermon is going to review the Parable of the Bags of Gold with the goal of spurring us on to use our talents for Jesus so that one day we might hear the words “good and faithful servant!”

    To be Found Faithful Matthew 25:13-30 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour” When we dwell on the promise that Jesus will one day return does that unshakeable truth instill hope or fear within our hearts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Tools And Tactics Of A Servant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 9, 2024
     | 1,559 views

    People who serve like Jesus know that God has entrusted them with gifts, abilities and opportunities that must be used in service to God. To not use what God has entrusted to us will lead to God's displeasure.

    Introduction: A. Allow me to start this sermon with the story of a boy who other children called “Sparky” after a comic strip horse named Sparkplug. 1. Even though the boy hated the nickname, he could never shake it. 2. School was difficult for Sparky. a. He failed every subject in the 8th ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Power Of A Personal Testimonty

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,858 views

    How to Utilize the power of the personal testimony in the way the apostle Paul appropriated its usefulness through the power of the Spirit

    The Power of Paul’s Personal Testimony (Acts 22:1-10) Illustration:In the midst of a generation screaming for answers, Christians are stuttering. Howard Hendricks. Illustration:T.H. Huxley, a well-known agnostic, was with a group of men at a weekend house party. On Sunday morning, while most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "where Was God?"

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 4,082 views

    This sermon utilizes the tragedy of 9/11 to answer the age old question; "where was God when..?"

    “Where was God?” You’ve no doubt heard the news, the United States of America--the richest and most fortified Super Power in the entire world sustained an almost unthinkable attack. In this anonymous and brutal act of aggression, the very symbols of our vast economic wealth ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Pursue Purpose Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,696 views

    A look at the purpose of our lives beginning wiht spiritual gifts. Utilizes Rick Warren’s SHAPE diagram.

    Dare to Pursue “Pursuing Purpose” October 1, 2006 Me: Everyone wants to have a purpose in life. We all want to feel needed and feel like we are contributing to something that really matters. It is easy for us to get caught up into thinking that we don’t really make a difference or we aren’t that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Surrounded By God’s Hedge Of Protection Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 5, 2010
    based on 25 ratings
     | 61,635 views

    How God utilizes a variety of ways to teach us—and adversity is one of His most effective teachers.

    INTRODUCTION School has started back and most folks are settling in to the school year routine. I have the utmost respect for schoolteachers. It’s tough being a schoolteacher, especially an elementary school teacher. Recently someone sent me a humorous list of seven ways to know if you’re an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wars Begin

    Contributed by Jim Craig on Apr 3, 2017
     | 6,111 views

    A narrative summary of the chapter that highlights some spiritual warfare as well as utilizes Abram's responsive faith an an example for the Church.

    I was recently telling my Growth Group how blessed we are in that we live in a place where there are currently no major wars. There certainly are wars taking place in the world, but for most of us here in Batangas we are not affected. Presently there are wars taking place in Iraq, Syria, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shake It Off And Make The Devil Take It Back PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,343 views

    Explores how to actively engage in spiritual warfare, withstand the enemy's attacks, and utilize God's power to overcome adversity.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering. It is a joy to meet you once again, in the house of the Lord, where we come to find solace, strength, and wisdom. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a profound discussion, a discussion that will equip us with the spiritual armor we ...read more

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    Principles Of Stewardship Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 12, 2011
     | 10,699 views

    Part 1 of a series on stewardship. This sermon starter comes from the parable of the talents.

    Text: The parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) Title: Principles of Stewardship Introduction This month’s sermon series is on stewardship.Today we are going to look at 3 foundational principals on stewardship that are found in the parable of the Talents Matthew 25:14-30 Principal #1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Love By Giving Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Oct 2, 2015
     | 11,217 views

    Love means sharing not only our time and talents but also our treasure

    LOVE BY GIVING An American missionary was travelling across Korea by train. At a busy station an old man boarded and sat across from Him. The man was Korean and he addressed the American in his native tongue. The Missionary responded in the only Korean phrase that he knew which was "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Unlock Your Power PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,417 views

    To encourage individuals to discover, develop, and use their God-given talents for His glory.

    Good morning, beloved community! Today, we're going to dive right into a powerful message about discovering, developing, and deploying the talents God has placed within us. We're gonna talk about how to unlock your power through discovery, developing your inbuilt talent, and locating your gifting. ...read more

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    Guide On Novel Christian Living

    Contributed by Randyll Pandohie on Feb 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,719 views

    Life is unexpected, difficult and at times persons use some form of theology in their living. In this paper, we look at how Christian theology could be utilized for a novel way of living.

    The life of God is difficult and by no means it is easy for persons to live it. At times people feel as though we cannot get through the day without God and without his grace. When we speak of God’s grace it is his mercy that we all have. In this article, we will speak about ways to live a Godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Message Is Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,727 views

    This sermon explores overcoming temptations, utilizing the Holy Spirit's power, and our responsibility to proclaim Christ, as exemplified by Jesus in Luke 4:14-21.

    Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, let us find comfort in the shared fellowship of our faith, the unity of our purpose, and the shared hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Each one of us, handpicked by God, has a unique purpose in ...read more

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    Trust And Possessions Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,812 views

    As seasoned Christians we are to live a life of radical obedience to God; including how we approach and utilize our possessions.

    Trustbusters: Guarding Against Choices that Ruin Relationships Sermon #3 - Trust and Possessions Mark 10:17-27 Sermon Objective: As seasoned Christians we are to live a life of radical obedience to God; including how we approach and utilize our possessions. Some people are just waiting to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    In All Things Be Thankful

    Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,981 views

    A topical Thanksgiving sermon utilizing a few great illustrations found here on Sermon Central along with thoughts of my own.

    "In All Things Be Thankful" Ephesians 5:20 Back during the dark days of 1929 (The Great Depression), a group of ministers in the Northeast, all graduates of the Boston School of Theology, gathered to discuss how they should conduct their Thanksgiving Sunday services. Things during that time were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist