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  • George McLaughlin Jr. avatar

    Outreach: Getting Back To The Basics #1 Series

    Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Oct 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,288 views

    A basic discussion of what Jesus meant, in Matthew 28:19, when He said GO and make disciples." How are we to reach those outside the Church?

    Outline for CBF October 11, 2009 Outreach: Getting back to the Basics #1 Intro. Story of Vince Lombardi regrouping his team: "This, is a football..." - God’s plan for evangelism is that we go to those who need Him. Mat 28:18-20 TS. The "place" of outreach: should be mainly outside these four ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • James Thomas avatar

    It's Not What You Know But Who You Know

    Contributed by James Thomas on Jan 11, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 20,942 views

    God’s power will strengthen us to do do what we cannot do.

    House of Judah Ministries 1970 Parker Road St. Louis Mo 63136 Pastor James Thomass Jr. It’s not what you know but who you know Judges 6:11-12 (KJV) 11 And there came an angel of the LORD, and sat under an oak which was in Ophrah, that pertained unto Joash the Abiezrite: and his son Gideon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Evie Megginson avatar

    Seeing The Multitudes Through The Eyes Of Jesus'

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 8,771 views

    We need to have compassion like Jesus had and to that, we must look at the multitudes through his eyes.

    ‘SEEING THE MULTITUDES THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS’ Matthew 9:36-38 I remember when I was a paperboy for the Birmingham New paper many years ago. I carried the paper to a house overlooking the town. It was a lawyer’s house and his blind sister lived with him. One day when I was delivering the paper ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clark Frailey avatar

    The Parable Of The Four Soils

    Contributed by Clark Frailey on Nov 10, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 13,500 views

    A look at the Parable of the Four Soils using contemporary illustrations.

    I. Seeds fell along the Path (v. 4) EXPLANATION: The Soil on the Path will not grow a seed. Or that part of the gospel message that can be sowed in us. This first seed falls by the wayside or on beaten path bordering the garden. This is sun-baked hard ground, completely useless for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spreading Tree Of Influence

    Contributed by John Gaines on Jun 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,692 views

    Every Christian is either a first-generation Christian or on who has a family history of some faith and dedication to the Lord. Both are valuable assets to the church when used properly.

    INTRODUCTION I. FIRST GENERATION CHRISTIANS A. How many of you are ‘first generation Christians’? By that term, I mean people who do not have parents or close family members who were members of the church of Christ who taught or influenced you to obey the gospel. You studied the Bible for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Papafio avatar

    The Culture Of Appreciating What Bears Fruits For You And What Doesn’t

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 19, 2019
     | 3,379 views

    Not all things bear fruits. Know what does and what doesn't so you don't use your time chasing the wind

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. *DAY 13 OF LENT* Our reflection for today is on the 11th Kingdom Culture from the parable below: *THE BARREN FIG TREE* Luke 13:6-9 King James Version (KJV) 6 He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Let Your Light Shine

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 10, 2001
    based on 484 ratings
     | 143,697 views

    Let your light shine in the world

    INTRODUCTION Last week in Matthew 5:13, Jesus said that you are the salt of the earth. Jesus wanted us to see the relationship that the members of the body of Christ are to have with the world. In today’s passage, we find Jesus teaching concerning the citizens of the kingdom as to their PRIMARY ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Be Intentional #9-Sharing The Good News Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 31, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 8,968 views

    First of two messages about witnessing.

    Be Intentional #9 – Sharing the Good News of Jesus Acts 4:12, John 14:6 March 16, 2003 Introduction Since the beginning of the year, we have been looking at the whole issue of intentionality – in other words, living life by decision rather than by default. We have covered the areas of allowing ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • David Yarbrough avatar

    "Just What You Need To Make You Happy" Series

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jan 21, 2002
    based on 171 ratings
     | 19,391 views

    Sometimes God has to interfere with our life to help us find true happiness.

    Intro: “I have everything I need for joy!” Robert Reed said. His hands are twisted and his feet are useless. He can’t bathe himself. He can’t feed himself. He can’t brush his teeth, comb his hair, or put on his underwear. Strips of Velcro hold his shirts together. His speech drags like a worn ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Erickson avatar

    The Duties Of A Watchman

    Contributed by Michael Erickson on Apr 5, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 37,862 views

    God’s call to Ezekiel to be a Watchman gives us clear direction in our duties as Watchmen for Christ

    This has been such a tragic week in our world. I am almost afraid to turn the news on in the morning and evening to continue to hear the escalating number of deaths due to the Tsunami. Nearly 150,000 people have died as this huge wall of water hit them with virtually no warning. So for the last ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T Marshall avatar

    Can I Get A Witness

    Contributed by T Marshall on Sep 1, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,498 views

    Well receive evangelistic message preached to wide ranged age group.

    Can I Get A Witness ?? ( before i get started i want to read a passage out of 1 Corinthians 2:4-5 ever since i surrendered to the call to preach this has been my motto, my guideline " And my speech and my preaching was not with enticing words of man’s wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken McKinley avatar

    Readjust Your Focus

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 29, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 4,935 views

    Fulfilling the Great Commission

    Readjust Your Focus Matthew 28:18-20 Just about any one who’s been in church for any length of time can tell you that this passage of Scripture is called the Great Commission. Mark 16:15 simplifies it by Jesus saying, “Go into all the world and preach the Gospel.” And even though we call this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Daniel Richter avatar

    Back To The Beginning: It's All Different! Series

    Contributed by Daniel Richter on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,164 views

    The background of the Early Church, what set them apart and put them in position to see God move and work in truly miraculous ways that cannot be explained in human terms...

    Back to the Beginning: It’s All Different! Most of you know that I’m a pretty big sports fan. I enjoy playing and watching just about anything, but if I had to pick just one sport, my passion is definitely football. I love to watch football. I love to go out in the backyard and throw the ball ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Greg Waddell avatar

    The Heartbeat Of God

    Contributed by Greg Waddell on Mar 12, 2001
    based on 155 ratings
     | 21,474 views

    God’s missionary perspective throughout history challenges us to ask the question: Are we in tune with the heartbeat of God?

    THE HEARTBEAT OF GOD In the church we have many clichés and buzzwords. We have used these phrases so often they have become commonplace. They still have their intellectual meaning, but they have lost their psychological impact. If you have been in the church for any time at all, you have heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    Wait On Me!!!

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 15, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,965 views

    Oftentimes it is difficult for one to do what they encourage others to do.Someone can say pray for such and such and we can say I believe God will work mightily on your behalf, but when it becomes something personal then we oftentimes struggle between faith and doubt.

    Wait on Me! By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Oftentimes it is difficult for one to do what they encourage others to do. For example my mother will tell whomever the moment they mention they may do not feel well - to go see the doctor, but when she has something wrong she will not ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic