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  • Bruce Allen avatar

    New Beginings

    Contributed by Bruce Allen on Nov 23, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 13,425 views

    Pastor’s farwell address to the church.

    New Beginnings Acts 20:17-38 [17] From Miletus [Paul] sent to Ephesus and called for the elders of the church. [18] And when they had come to him, he said to them: You know, from the first day that I came to Asia, in what manner I always lived among you, [19] serving the Lord with all humility, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Is Enough Enough

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 2, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,497 views

    This message deals with the thought -- "When is enough enough when we are serving Christ"

    WHEN IS ENOUGH ENOUGH? ACTS 20:17-27 $3 Worth of God I would like to buy $3.00 worth of God, please. Not enough to explode my soul or disturb my sleep, but just enough to equal a cup of warm milk or a snooze in the sunshine. I don’t want enough of Him to make me love a black man or pick beets with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beware The Wolf, Part 1

    Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 26, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 9,723 views

    How do we identify those who would prey upon the flock of God?

    POINTS OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES www.pointsoftruth.com It’s a beautiful night in the Falkland Islands, just off the coast of Argentina. These British Islands are known for their rich pasture land. The air is still this evening as the sheep graze. The sun is setting, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Beware The Wolf, Part 2

    Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 26, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,603 views

    How to chase away wolves which come in sheep’s clothing.

    POINTS OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES www.pointsoftruth.com The ultimate wolf to come in sheep’s clothing is yet to come! The Bible calls him the "beast". This great leader will soon, come quickly on the world scene as the ruler of the European Commonwealth; along ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Church’s Time Of Tragedy

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 5, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,456 views

    On the whole, our churches are not what they ought to be, as evidenced by the conditions brought forth in this message, which are actually indications of the need for revival.

    The Church’s Time Of Tragedy Text: Acts 20:28-32 Intro: As you listened to that title, you may have entertained the thought that the Church has always experienced tragedy of one form or another since its inception. If you did, you would be right. The Church of Jesus Christ has endured physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer & Parting Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Jul 6, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 4,951 views

    Final in the series "Patterns for Prayer." Looks at Pauls farewell with the Ephesian elders as a pattern for praying together as we say goodbye.

    Prayer & Parting Text: Acts 20: 22-38 Introduction This sermon was scheduled before I knew with certainty when or even if I would be leaving Heidelberg. So perhaps it is providential that here just about exactly one month before my departure as we conclude this series of sermons on prayer that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Exact Truth

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 1, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 1,995 views

    It is no less urgent today that preachers of the Word of God declare “the exact truth” to our generation. We must make sure to declare the whole counsel of God.

    THE EXACT TRUTH "Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile an account of the things accomplished among us, just as those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and servants of the Word have handed them down to us, it seemed fitting for me as well, having investigated everything carefully from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Como Triunfar En El Reino

    Contributed by Amat Fernandez on Aug 2, 2003
    based on 204 ratings
     | 2,413 views

    Muchos de nuestros hermanos caen en el campo de combate, el proposito de este mensaje es de alertar a la Iglesia y de mostrar una estrategia eficaz para perseverar en el Señor

    Como Triunfar en el Reino Pastor Amat Fernandez Lectura: Hechos 20:24 Mas de ninguna cosa hago caso, ni estimo mi vida preciosa para mí mismo; solamente que acabe mi carrera con gozo, y el ministerio que recibí del Señor Jesús, para dar testimonio del evangelio de la gracia de ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Be A Good Finisher

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 3, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,537 views

    Paul desired to finish the work God had called him to do. – Ask the Lord to help you fulfill the ministry He has directed you in. Even though we may not know what the future holds, we know who holds the future.

    Four Essential Perspectives to Give to those you are Discipling – Acts 20:16-38 Illustration: There is power in peer pressure. One day as I took my campers, from the Navigator Eagle Lake Camp, in the mountains of Colorado Springs, to the dining hall, the rumor spread that we were having lima ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Whole Counsel Of God

    Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Jun 14, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,570 views

    In Acts 20, when Paul gives his farewell address to the Ephesian elders, we really see his heart as a pastor. What was driving him? Being aware of the necessity of being God’s "watchman." How did he accomplish this? "For I have not shunned to declare unto

    Ephesus was a city in which many Jews took up residence + Here the seeds of the gospel were sown immediately after Pentecost = [Acts 2:9, 6:9] + At the close of his second missionary journey (about A.D. 51) + When Paul was returning from Greece to Syria, first visits city = [Acts 18:18-21] + He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christianity Is Exclusively Inclusive

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 22, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,308 views

    Is it right to say that Jesus is the ONLY way? Unless you deny the Word, you better preach the truth and He is the truth and the only way!

    Christianity Is Exclusively Inclusive It is often said that Christianity or at least some sects of Christianity are too exclusive or intolerant in that they do not accept any other faiths as valid and even reject other sects of Christianity. There is a lot of truth in that accusation. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gregg Strawbridge avatar

    Paul, The Pastor (His Farewell Address) Series

    Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 14,115 views

    Modern church leaders have often neglected the duties of overseeing the spiritual welfare of individuals and families. Sadly, biblical pastoral oversight is set aside for more promising programs. Instead, programs, facilities, and finances are impersonall

    INTRODUCTION Savage Wolves: PT BARNUM - THE CIRCUS SHOWMAN - He delighted in showing an exhibit: THE HAPPY FAMILY - Lions, Tigers, and a little lamb. One asked if they had problems, Barnum said “Aside from replacing the lamb from time to time, there’s no problem.” We all know that there are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Am I Here For

    Contributed by Rudy Klimes on Dec 27, 2002
    based on 76 ratings
     | 8,588 views

    Find the purpose of your life by examining Esther’s experience

    What Am I Here For? Objective: Participants shall find their mission in life by applying lessons from Queen Esther’s experience. In the 470s BC, King Xerxes ruled Persia and Esther was queen. For background, read the book of Esther ( or Megillat Esther and Purim) and below. Then write: My life ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Living Your Life Mission (Acts - Part 32) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,337 views

    How to encourage others to be their best

    Living your life-mission Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian” Part 32 Pastor Jeff Christopherson August 24, 2003 Acts 20:1-38 “Paul sent for the disciples and, after encouraging them…” Acts 20:1 “He traveled through that area, speaking many words of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing With Today's Church

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 26, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,273 views

    Part two of two -- this sermon addresses the issue of what kind of church should we be coming to

    DEALING WITH TODAY’S CHURCH The Kind Of Church We Should Be Coming To …. INTRODUCTION: This morning, I would like to take a look at the thought of the kind of church we should be coming too. Paul, at the end of the book of acts defines the church in some very sobering words. He says this, Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist