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  • Ken Harris avatar

    The Power Of Praise

    Contributed by Ken Harris on May 1, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,594 views

    To motivate the hearers to RECEIVE their powerful deliverance through PRAISE by accepting and TRUSTING GOD (without UNDERSTANDING HIM).

    by U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu South Korea BIG IDEA: A believers’ ATTITUDE of PRAISE AND SITUATIONAL ACCEPTANCE leads to IMMEDIATE DELIVERANCE because it COMMUNICATES to God that HE IS TRUSTED without being UNDERSTOOD. REFERENCES: In everything give thanks: for this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Lost 2"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 26, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,873 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that just as the DONKEYS were LOST - SAUL was "LOST 2".

    ”LOST 2” 19 March 2006 1 Samuel 9:3-6; 17-20; 10:9 (RSV) by U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu South Korea BIG IDEA: Every believer needs to know that there is great JOY in the HEART of GOD when someone who was LOST is FOUND. REFERENCES: 1 Samuel 9:1-27; Matthew 6:21 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Majesty Of God

    Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Jun 3, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 21,459 views

    An understanding of the “Majesty” of God will surely motivate us to live an upright and godly life in this present wicked generation.

    MAJESTY OF GOD (Daniel 5:18-19, Psalm 21:5) What do we mean when we talk about the “Majesty” of God? Only 30 verses in the Bible (KJV) mention the word so it is easy to let the Bible itself explain to us what God’s Majesty really is. As we read Daniel 5:18-19 we are struck by the scriptural ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Honey From The Rock

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 29, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 13,962 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God promises are SIGNS THAT give reasons to EXPECT SUCCESS.

    “Honey from The Rock” Psalm 81:11-16 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: GOD PROMISES GIVE REASONS TO EXPECT SUCCESS. REFERENCES: Luke 14:11 (For all who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted); Ps. 81:16 (I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Lost 2day" Series

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Sep 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,647 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to tothers that just as the Donkeys were LOSt - SAUL WAS LOST 2".

    16 September 2007 1 Samuel 9:3-6; 17-20; 10:9 (RSV) by U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Ord Military Chapel Seaside, CA BIG IDEA: Every believer needs to know that there is great JOY in the HEART of GOD when someone who was LOST is FOUND. REFERENCES: 1 Samuel 9:1-27; Matthew 6:21 (Where ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Self-Examination

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 17, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 13,407 views

    A sermon on motives for self-examination, what to look for, and how to respond to deficiencies in our Christian development.

    Self-examination I Cor 11:28 INTRO.: it is important we observe the Lord’s supper properly. The Corinthians were not and their meeting were doing more harm than good. V. 17. They had connected the Lord’s Supper to a love feast. It was a time of sweet fellowship and sharing. Each family brought ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Gift Exhange

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Dec 20, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,750 views

    PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to seek to accept fully the spiritual gifts God has given him/her.

    THE GIFT EXCHANGE SCRIPTURE: (NKJV) When they heard the king, they departed; and behold, the star which they had seen in the East went before them, till it came and stood over where the young Child was. 10When they saw the star, they rejoiced with exceedingly great joy. 11And when they had come ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What Matters To God Series

    Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 30,646 views

    Sermon’s purpose is to motivate people to pray, "God, give me your heart for lost people."

    [This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Always Give Yourself Fully To The Work Of The Lord

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Aug 10, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 25,150 views

    Your labor is not in vain. The resurrection promises and God's mercy motivate you to work for him with courage and passion.

    1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. A month and a half ago a parent of one of our former Lakeside students sent out an email requesting ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David Owens avatar

    Shepherding God's Flock Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 22, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,947 views

    In the first four verses of 1 Peter 5, Peter discusses the ministry, motives and manner of leading of elders.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a preacher who quit the ministry after 20 years and became a funeral director. 1. When asked why he changed occupations, he said: “I spent 3 years trying to straighten out John, but John is still an alcoholic. Then I spent 6 months trying to straighten ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Pressing On To Possess That For Which Christ Jesus First Possessed Me

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Mar 1, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,326 views

    The inner motivation of our hearts must be a response to God's love and not any attempt to earn God's love.

    Pressing on to possess that for which Christ Jesus first possessed me Phil 3:12-21 Feb 13, 2011 Intro: I don’t really consider myself a “runner”, though I guess that since I run most days on the treadmill for fitness I suppose I should. But I just don’t see myself that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Election Is Over – Now What?

    Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,965 views

    PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to step behind and prayerfully support those whom God has raised up.

    Romans 13:1-8 (NKJV) 1. Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. 2. Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment on ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "All Authority In Heaven And On Earth"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Feb 1, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,911 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that Jesus give orders to unclean spirits, and they obey Him.

    1 February 2009 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel F.O.B. Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: Jesus has all authority in heaven and on earth; He even gives orders to unclean spirits and they obey him. REFERENCES: Fourth Sunday after Epiphany; Isaiah 14:12-15 (KJV) “How art thou ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Iron Men"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 30, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,611 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate men that are spiritually young to become sharper and more accountable by bonding with Iron Men.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Greater Victory Temple Church of God in Christ ”Men Program” Seaside, CA 30 March 2008 Big Idea: Men that are spiritually young can become sharper and more accountable by bonding with Iron Men. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji avatar

    Why Weepest Thou

    Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Nov 14, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,443 views

    A biblical and motivational sermon,highlighting why people wept in the scripture and how heaven wiped away their tears.

    John 20:11-15 Mary was weeping and hopeless, but Jesus came into the scene. I’m the one you are looking for, why are you weeping? This year, you will see what you are looking for! Are you looking for a baby? You will dance Are you looking for job? You will come here with your appointment ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal