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The Gateway To Greatness

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 5, 2014

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A sermon that speaks to the issue of Christian service.

"THE GATEWAY TO GREATNESS" Matthew 20:20-28 Introduction: In our text we have a situation where Salome, the mother of James and John approaches Jesus and makes a very specific request on behalf of her two sons. In the preceding chapter, Mat_19:28, our Lord had promised his disciples, that they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Story 17 Jeremiah Was A "Bulldog"

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 27, 2014

| 6,306 views

Jeremiah displayed a persistent, faithful quality. He was tenacious in his mission to a hard-hearted people.

1. Decisions (A Poem by Dr. Seuss) Did I ever tell you about the young Zoad - who came to a sign at the fork of the road? He looked one way and the other way too - the Zoad had to make up his mind what to do. Well, the Zoad scratched his head, and his chin, and his pants. -- And he said to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Right To Get Paid

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Aug 26, 2006

based on 6 ratings

| 4,238 views

Sermon articulates four reasons why pastors have the right to be financially supported by their congregations.

The Right To Get Paid Today I’m going to speak on topic that I’ve dreaded preaching about for over fifteen years. The topic is controversial and the preacher delivering the sermon is immediately judged unfavorably. My topic is clergy compensation. Here’s the controversy. First, clergy who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:2-12

Denomination: Orthodox

Choose Where To Serve God

Contributed by Babatunde Bello on Aug 8, 2011

based on 3 ratings

| 11,171 views

SERVICE TO GOD

At churches globally, there are various Departments which cater for the different sectors of the ministry i.e. an avenue to serve God. Ushering Department The ushering department is responsible for ushering members of the congregation into designated seats or areas in the auditorium. They are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:12-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shaped For Significance

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Feb 5, 2011

based on 4 ratings

| 8,514 views

What I am is God’s gift to me; what I do with it is my gift to Him.

A young boy came to church one cold winter day to get out of the blowing snow. He had been trying to sell newspapers but not a single customer had passed by because of the weather. He slipped into the back of the church, just hoping to get warm and catch up on his sleep. Though the Sunday crowd was ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trusting In The Lord Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

| 11,378 views

Trust in the Lord. Inward trust and faith, outward obedience. If we truly put our trust in the Lord, giving up relying on our own intellect, than our outward appearance should reflect this faith and trust.

In Proverbs chapter 3, verses 1-10, Solomon teaches us about wisdom. My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

What If There Were No Ressurection?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 17, 2012

| 7,775 views

Easter Sermon - Examines how different the world would be without Christ, and how Christians have impacted the world for good.

EASTER 2012 WHAT IF THERE WAS NO RESURRECTION? - 1 Corinthians 15:1-19 At the time this letter was written, Paul was in Ephesus. While there, he received a letter from the Christians in Corinth, telling him about some of the problems going on in the church. In the letter, they told him about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Veteran's Day 2012

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 13, 2012

based on 1 rating

| 16,332 views

What does it mean to be a "good soldier of Christ Jesus?" (2 Timothy 2:2) What are the requirements, commitments and benefits?

2 Timothy 2:1-7 “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others. “Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Bearing Our Cross

Contributed by Bill Burress on Mar 5, 2012

based on 4 ratings

| 12,574 views

What does it really mean when we say, "That is my cross to bear." Most people refer to it as a hardship of some kind in their life but bearing our cross in reality is the Christian life, or it should be,

“Bearing Our Cross” Everyone wants their children to have it better than they had it don’t they? We live in a society that is devoted to the concept of making life as simple and easy as we possibly can. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Desperate Measures

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 22, 2016

| 5,356 views

Jairus and the unclean woman were desperate in their situations. As a result, they turned to the only one who could help them.

1. Mark 5.21-43 (also in Matthew 9.18-26; Luke 8.40-56) 2. Bible as a Compass Just before the outbreak of the First World War, a small ship named the Endurance set sail from Briton with a crew intent on being the first to cross the South Pole. The ship reached Antarctica, but became ice-bound in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hometown - Pt. 2 - Loopholes! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 28, 2016

| 4,075 views

Hometown. Comfortable confines. Known streets. Familiar sights. Our people. Our mission field? Our challenge? Our assignment?

Hometown  Pt. 2 - Loopholes Introduction  Apathy. The word is defined as and literally means "without feeling". Little or no concern. From the Greek it perhaps carries the most revealing and what should be the most frightening definition for us today . . . Without passion! We have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Never Mind Feet Washing, Let's Get On With More Important Acts Of Service!

Contributed by Roger Whipp on Apr 29, 2016

based on 1 rating

| 5,086 views

I ask the question, how well do we know our commander in chief, Jesus? Do we allow him to help in the many battles we face throughout our lives. How prepared are we to follow his example of servant-hood.

Servanthood: John 13 v1-16 At the American Revolution a man in civilian clothes rode past a group of soldiers repairing a small defensive barrier, their leader was shouting instructions, but making no attempt to help them. Asked why by the rider, he retorted with great dignity, "Sir, I am a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-16

Denomination: *other

See God As He Is

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 3, 2012

based on 1 rating

| 4,876 views

See God As He Is 1) Awesomely Holy 2) Totally Forgiving; 3) Mightily Motivating

Do you know what an ultra violet camera does? A UV camera can record the spectrum of light that we can’t see with our naked eyes. Inspectors use UV cameras to look for gas leaks at refineries lest the gasses escape unnoticed and harm the surrounding environment. It’s not just refinery ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Choosing Pleasure Over Pain Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 26, 2012

based on 1 rating

| 5,131 views

Study of Hebrews 11:24-26 where Moses leaves an example and truth for us as we press on in a culture that disdains “the reproach of” anything. The truth is that the path to joy is littered with sacrifice. We can embrace this pain and suffering injustice b

Text: Heb 11:24-26, Title: Choosing Pain Over Pleasure, Date/Place: NRBC, 6.24.12, AM A. Opening illustration: Judson was united in marriage to Ann Hasseltine February 5, 1812, and was ordained the following day. He had counted the cost of being a missionary. When asking Mr. Hasseltine for the hand ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving In The Ot: Festival Of Tabernacles

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Oct 10, 2018

| 11,531 views

Uses the OT Harvest/Tabernacles Festival to add to the meaning of Thanksgiving. 1) Remember the poor, 2) Repent and rejoice, and 3) Look to the future with hope. Can also be used for an interactive Thanksgiving celebration. (How about making a booth or tabernacle?)

THANKSGIVING in the OT: Festival of Tabernacles Happy Thanksgiving! What is the meaning of Thanksgiving? For some, it is all about the Thanksgiving Break: 5 days, or an entire week, to take a break from school or work. For many, it is a time for families to gather, eat too much turkey, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:16, Leviticus 23:39-43, Deuteronomy 16:13-17, Nehemiah 8:13-18, Zechariah 14:16-19 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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