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  • In May Of 1846 An Evangelist, Now Mostly ...  PRO

    Contributed by Timothy O'fallon on Jun 27, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,596 views

    In May of 1846 an evangelist, now mostly forgotten, named “James Caughey” (pronounced “coffee”) visited a chapel in Nottingham England and preached a sermon on the words recorded in St. Mark, “Therefore I say unto you, what things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • 10. Is It Really Possible To Introduce ...  PRO

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Feb 15, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,667 views

    10. Is it really possible to introduce pyrotechnics gradually? 9. Do rhinestones and choir gowns ever make a positive statement? 8. Never enlist a Worship Leader with a Marilyn Manson tattoo! 7. While drums can be a welcome addition to any worship service, is it really necessary to have them ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • When Evangelist John Wesley (1703-1791) Was ...

    Contributed by Sermon Central on Dec 12, 2005
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    When evangelist John Wesley (1703-1791) was returning home from a service one night, he was robbed. The thief, however, found his victim to have only a little money and some Christian literature. As the bandit was leaving, Wesley called out, “Stop! I have something more to give you.” The ...read more

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  • The Year Was 1920. The Scene Was The Examining ...  PRO

    Contributed by Sermon Central on Dec 22, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,333 views

    The year was 1920. The scene was the examining board for selecting missionaries. Standing before the board was a young man named Oswald Smith. One dream dominated his heart. He wanted to be a missionary. Over and over again, he prayed, “Lord, I want to go as a missionary for you. Open a door of ...read more

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  • On June 17, 2002 Federal Authorities Arrested A ...

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 15, 2007
     | 2,163 views

    On June 17, 2002 Federal authorities arrested a United States Forest Service employee for starting the largest fire in Colorado’s history. Terry Barton was a 38-year-old woman and had worked every summer for the Forest Service for 18 or 19 years. She had ventured into the forest to burn a letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • The Story Of John ...

    Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Jun 7, 2008
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     | 2,860 views

    The Story of John Wesley A page from John Wesley’s Diary reads as follows: Sunday morning, May 5, preached in St. Ann’s, was asked not to come back anymore. Sunday p.m., May 5, preached at St. John’s, deacons said, "Get out and stay out." Sunday a.m., May 12, preached at St. Jude’s, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • God's Detour

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Mar 31, 2009
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    GOD'S DETOUR The year was 1920. The scene was the examining board for selecting missionaries. Standing before the board was a young man named Oswald Smith. One dream dominated his heart. He wanted to be a missionary. Over and over again, he prayed, "Lord, I want to go as a missionary for you. Open ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • When Evangelist John Wesley (1703-1791) Was ...

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 10, 2010
     | 3,725 views

    When evangelist John Wesley (1703-1791) was returning home from a service one night, he was robbed. The thief, however, found his victim to have only a little money and some Christian literature. As the bandit was leaving, Wesley called out, “Stop! I have something more to give you.” The surprised ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • God's Detour

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010
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    GOD'S DETOUR The year was 1920. The scene was the examining board for selecting missionaries. Standing before the board was a young man named Oswald Smith. One dream dominated his heart. He wanted to be a missionary. Over and over again, he prayed, "Lord, I want to go as a missionary for you. Open ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Commissioning Oath

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jun 20, 2011
     | 4,193 views

    COMMISSIONING OATH When I hear the word "commission," the first thing that comes to my mind is the commission military officers receive when they enter into service. Commissioned officers derive their authority directly from a sovereign power and, as such, hold a commission charging them with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Korean Cell Churches

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Nov 9, 2011
     | 2,694 views

    KOREAN CELL CHURCHES Assemblies of God Church in Seoul, Korea: It started in 1958 when Paul Yonggi Cho (later David) held a service in his friend’s home with her three children. Passionate desire to share Christ by inviting other people to their home church soon resulted in exponential growth. ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Prayer Before Battle  PRO

    Contributed by Sermon Central on May 28, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,626 views

    PRAYER BEFORE BATTLE During the 1800s, the French General George Muller Massena who took orders from Napoleon, arrived at a quaint and militarily important Austrian town. His 18,000 soldiers were gearing up for their invasion, as the stunned Austrian citizens were lifeless and terrified. Knowing ...read more

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  • Let's Give Them A French Kiss!!  PRO

    Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Jan 14, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,826 views

    SERMON BLOOPER!!! One of our youth pastors was leaving to go to another church on the same day my wife and I returned from a mission trip to France to encourage our missionaries there. As we closed the service, I brought my wife on the stage on live tv and illustrated how French churches "greet ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • A Presidential Prayer  PRO

    Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 5, 2003
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,597 views

    A PRESIDENTIAL PRAYER "Almighty God...make full and complete our dedication to the service of the people in this throng, and their fellow citizens everywhere. Give us, we pray, the power to discern clearly right from wrong, and allow all our words and actions to be governed thereby, and by the ...read more

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  • Religion Attracted 47¢ Of Every Donor Dollar ...

    Contributed by Sermon Central on Jan 6, 2006
     | 1,444 views

    Religion attracted 47¢ of every donor dollar given in ’97 according to the Chronicle of Philanthropy. The next four recipients in rank order were education, health, human services, and foundations. Individuals contributed 76.3¢ of every dollar donated followed ...read more

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  • Many Years Ago While Serving In One Small Church ...

    Contributed by Sermon Central on Jun 18, 2007
     | 1,547 views

    Many years ago while serving in one small church one of the board members came to me and said, “We need to change the evening worship time from 7 p.m. to 6.” I said, “Well, we will need to talk to the board about it.” He replied, ...read more

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  • A Few Years Ago In Kentucky There Was A Little ...

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 7, 2007
     | 1,334 views

    • A few years ago in Kentucky there was a little boy who was being very disruptive during service • After a few minutes, his father who had put him under his arm carried him out. • No one in the congregation so much as raised an ...read more

    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Temptation Comes To Us All, Whether We're In The ...  PRO

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jan 18, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,392 views

    Temptation comes to us all, whether we’re in the pew or the pulpit! It can be pride in our Christian service in whatever form it takes, even, or perhaps especially, in preaching! The well-known evangelist of few decades ago, Smith Wigglesworth descended a pulpit and responded ...read more

    Denomination: Baptist

  • In And Out" Is A Very Successful Restaraunt ...

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Dec 11, 2008
     | 1,382 views

    "In and Out" is a very successful restaraunt franchise because they pride themselves on fresh food and great customer service. In the same way, the church must be "in and out" - we must have a fresh message of salvation and focus on reaching out. We cannot become ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Hudson Taylor Was Once Asked, "Why Do You Think ...

    Contributed by Sermon Central on Feb 11, 2009
     | 1,276 views

    Hudson Taylor was once asked, "Why do you think God chose you to start China Inland Mission." He replied, "God picked out somebody who was so weak that apart from Him I knew I could do nothing." (From a ...read more

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