What Is Greatness?
Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2024
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Jesus our God came to serve. And even to die, to give his life as a ransom for many! To die for us, to empty himself of divine power and authority and serve those in need. That is true greatness.
I recall a meme I saw online, it had a picture of a janitorial supply cart and it said, "Called to ministry? This will be your first pulpit." Truer words were never spoken. My first five years in ministry I mopped a lot of floors, and believe me, I expect more floors in the future. ...read more
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Denomination: Salvation Army
The Key To Being Great Series
Contributed by Delishia Davis on Apr 14, 2013
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Christians have an example of greatness and a strategy to reach that point in life. If you want to be great, follow the words of our Lord and serve with humility.
Jesus got them together to settle things down. “You’ve observed how godless rulers throw their weight around,” he said, “and when people get a little power how quickly it goes to their heads. It’s not going to be that way with you. Whoever wants to be great must become ...read more
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Denomination: United Methodist
Being Like The Beatitudes Series
Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 29, 2008
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This message continues our series on The Sermon on the Mount by taking an overall look at the Beatitudes, and their impact on the life of a Christ follower. Extensive inspiration for this series derived from D. Martin Lloyd-Jones "Studies on the Sermon o
(Read Matthew 5:1-10)We are on week three of our study of the Sermon on the Mount. So far, we have just been establishing some groundwork. Looking at why we would dedicate such energy to this study, and what the overall structure of the sermon is. I hope you are getting engaged at a personal ...read more
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Denomination: Wesleyan
Being Salty And Bright Series
Contributed by Greg Johnson on Feb 10, 2008
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Living in a world that grows increasingly out of step with the Gospel, Christ followers are salt and light because of the One they follow.
This message is an edited version of a sermon given at Loving God Fellowship. Copyright © 2008 Loving God Fellowship, Inc. http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org . Click to have messages emailed to you as they are made available. You are encouraged to share this message with those you know that are ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Being Like Christ
Contributed by Stephen Carroll on Oct 14, 2006
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This Sermon Take a literal reading of The Beatitudes. It argues that by living Christ teachings we can and will change the world.
(Steve gets up to read the morning scripture. Galatians 5:22-23) 22But (A)the fruit of the Spirit is (B)love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23gentleness, (C)self-control; against such things (D)there is no law. 24Now those who belong to (E)Christ Jesus have ...read more
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Denomination: Salvation Army
Sermon On Living The Truth
Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 16, 2023
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What we make of life is imperative to our well-being.
Lysa TerKeurst, an American author once remarked: "Remember who you are. Don't compromise for anyone, for any reason. You are a child of the Almighty God. Live that truth." John 8:32 confirms: “And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”What we make of life is ...read more
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Great Sermon, Pastor!
Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 5, 2001
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God describes the two key elements that comprise a great sermon in His eyes
If you received yesterday’s State newspaper than you saw the striking headline, “Lou: Locker room or boardroom, Holtz can fire ‘em up.” I suppose that headline is no surprise considering that we live in the hometown of the University of South Carolina and yesterday was the dawn of the 2001 ...read more
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Denomination: Lutheran
"Mary's Great Sermon”
Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 24, 2005
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If I were to ask you who the most famous mother in history was, who would you think?
“Mary’s Great Sermon”John 2:1-5INTRODUCTION:Happy Mother’s Day! I am glad to see all of you moms and grandmas who are here with us today, and we thank God for you.If I were to ask you who the most famous mother in history was, who would you think? •June Cleaver•Marge Simpson•Mother ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
A Great Rule To Live By Series
Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 28, 2008
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How we treat others will largely affect how they treat us, and understanding Christ’s golden rule will bless us as we deal with others.
A Great Rule to Live By Griffith Baptist Church – 3/2/08A.M. ServiceText: Matthew 7:12Key verse: The Introduction Life is filled with rulesHere are some rules given by different dad’s to their kids:Never underestimate the power of human stupidity. - Rich Constand’s Dad An excuse is a ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
The Be-Attitudes Series
Contributed by Kelly Dufour on Jan 29, 2009
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This message will cover the first four be-attitudes: poor in spirit, those who mourn, the meek, and those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.
The Jesus Code: Part 1“Be-Attitudes”Sunday, September 7, 2008Pastor Kelly DufourText: Matthew 5:1-12Introduction: Today we begin a new sermon series that I have titled, “The Jesus Code.” No, this is not some new conspiracy fashioned after a fairly famous fictional novel and Hollywood ...read more
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Denomination: Assembly Of God
The Be-Attitudes - Part Viii Series
Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003
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God blesses those who are treated badly for doing right.
Today is our final sermon in the series entitled "The Be-Attitudes." We will be addressing the issue of persecution. Our background passage today comes from Matthew 5:10-12.Matthew 5:10-12 (CEV)God blesses those people who are treated badly for doing right. They belong to the kingdom of ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The Be-Attitudes - Part Vi Series
Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003
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Blessed are those whose hearts are pure.
This morning we will be continuing our series called "The Be-Attitudes." We are looking at the issue of purity today and our passage comes from Matthew 5:8.Matthew 5:8 (CEV)God blesses those people whose hearts are pure. They will see Him!Let’s take a few moments to define purity. Purity ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The Be-Attitudes - Part Vii Series
Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 18, 2003
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God blesses those who work for peace.
This morning we are continuing our series on the "Be-Attitudes" looking at the issue of being a peace maker.Our passage today comes from Matthew 5:9:Matthew 5:9 (NLT)God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God. You’ve all seen the bumper sticker that ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The Happiness Of Being Peacemakers
Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 4, 2010
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It is the believer's responsibility to live at peace with others as far as is possible.
The Importance of PeacemakersMatthew 5:9INTRODUCTIONThough America is a peace-loving nation, our nation and world have known little peace. The terrorist attack on New York and Washington, D. C. in September of 2001-and the long war on terror that resulted, is evidence of how quickly peace can ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
The Be-Attitudes Series
Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 6, 2024
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Attitudes can open the door to blessing or close the door to blessing! I believe attitude is the number one factor that opens the door to blessings from God. Your attitude to be Christ like determines your position within the Kingdom of Heaven. Attitude is your choice, no one else’s!
Series: Never Seen Before In 2024Thesis: To see something we have never seen before in 2024 requires us to do something we have never done before! So, what is the “One Thing” you need to do that you have never done before to see your miracle – your breakthrough – a divine revelation or your ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
