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  • Daryl Bahn avatar

    The Great Divide

    Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Aug 28, 2001
    based on 87 ratings
     | 10,080 views

    The difference between us and non-Christians exists because there is no substitute for Christ. But through Christ, we can make a difference!

    Intro: Even in healthy families, there are sometimes differences of opinion: Which is more important—cleaning the house or mowing the yard? Is it better to save something that might be used later on, or to save space and be more organized by throwing it away? Is it better to put money in a savings ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    God's Love Is Holy

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 10, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,098 views

    God loves us as we are, but He also loves us too much to leave us that way.

    When you hear the phrase, "God loves you," what kind of picture does it conjure up in your mind? Specifically, what image of God do you envision when you hear someone say that God loves you? Perhaps you think of a kindly old grandfather, smiling down on you benevolently from heaven. Someone who’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Wearing Religious Masks? #2

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 12, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 11,543 views

    Shalom can never be a goal where bitterness thrives.

    Part #2 of two part leson. Wearing Religious Masks? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com As we continue pondering, Wearing religious masks and going to hell, while I sit on a pew --- let me share my heart. SHALOM. PONDER: Why do people wear masks? Several years ago, I had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Grape Expectations Part 1 Series

    Contributed by James Westervelt on Apr 17, 2002
    based on 174 ratings
     | 11,035 views

    The Holy Spirit is not interested in producing a bunch of grapes with one big, fat grape and eight little, tiny grapes; but He wants us to grow in all nine characteristics simultaneously.

    We noticed when we first started this study that these qualities are called the FRUIT of the Spirit, not the FRUITS of the Spirit. So, "Conformity to Christ" is not symbolized by a "fruit salad," but by one multifaceted fruit. What do you think that fruit would be? A Bunch of GRAPES. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mike Hays avatar

    The Encouragement Of Discipline

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 21, 2002
    based on 101 ratings
     | 17,322 views

    The training, correcting, and molding of our character by the Lord is one of His greatest blessings in life.

    The Encouragement of Discipline Hebrews 12:4-11 For the past two weeks we have been studying the twelfth chapter of Hebrews and learning how we can run the race of faith. The writer of Hebrews has used the illustration of a runner to teach us that we should cast aside everything that would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #2 Seasons Of Testing Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 7, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,519 views

    We develop a deeper thought on the testing process of life.

    #2 Seasons of Testing By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #2 of pondering about being tested. TEXT: James 1:12, blessed is the man that endures tests, for when he is tried, he shall obtain the crown of life. Hebrews 12:11 is very clear-- No chastening for the present ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Basic Training

    Contributed by Mike Hays on May 8, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,336 views

    We can trust that God’s training program is one rooted in love as we endure the hardships of life.

    Basic Training Hebrews 12:7-11 The Marine Corps "Crucible" is the final test of an 11-week season of endurance and training for Marine recruits. The fires of the Crucible burn away the dross and provide the final passage for young men and women to receive the coveted title of "Marine." The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Strength For The Weary"

    Contributed by Mike Hays on May 18, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 18,352 views

    God calls us to strengthen the weary hands and feeble knees of those who are wearied by the cares of life.

    Strength For The Weary Hebrews 12:12-17 Life can be mighty wearisome at times. If we had no relationships in this life, and therefore no other heartache or sorrow to deal with but our own, then there would still be enough pain, sorrow, and struggle to make us weary. Hypothetically we might create ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Growth Through Suffering

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 9, 2001
    based on 174 ratings
     | 16,598 views

    God often teaches us through suffering. Why? Because in good times, we have a tendency to forget God. But adversity helps focus us on what is most important.

    You may be familiar with a story that’s been in the news recently [Bobby Knight allegedly choking one of his players]. My purpose this morning is not to take a position on whether or not he should be fired. What interests me is how some of the very people that this man supposedly abused are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Plan For Children

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on May 20, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 8,674 views

    1. Children need to learn a positive view of life. 2. Children need to learn obedience. 3. Children need to learn values.

    This past March there was a congressional hearing on human-reproductive cloning in Washington, D.C. Brigitte Boisselier, a chemist who works with couples wanting to use cloning to have children, read a letter from a father who had lost his 11-month-old son after heart surgery. In the letter he ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • James May avatar

    The Father Figure

    Contributed by James May on Jun 6, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 14,918 views

    Father’s Day sermon for 2001.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Choosing Sides Part 3

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jun 6, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,330 views

    How you can be a good soldier for Christ.

    2 Timothy 2:3-4 Choosing Sides – Part Three INTRODUCTION Many of you have probably seen the Mel Gibson movie Braveheart. If you recall, Gibson plays the role of William Wallace. Wallace is a Scottish man who grows up in the 1300’s during a time when Scotland has been under the iron fist of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mitchell Skelton avatar

    Rx For Backsliding

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,350 views

    The danger of backsliding is just as real today as ever. The Hebrew writer offers us encouragement and a perscription to overcome!

    Rx for Backsliding Hebrews 12:12–17 INTRODUCTION The book of Hebrews is an encouraging word to Christians that contains strong warnings against falling from God’s grace. In the first part of Hebrews 12 the writer encourages them to put off everything from their life that would hinder them in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Receiving Constructive Criticism Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 20, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 8,748 views

    The way in which we hear others’ criticism is a measure of our own spiritual maturity. Some criticism is intended only to hurt, and reveals the critics’ issues. But we need to hear the truth, and if we see the suffering of Christ, that puts into perspec

    How would you feel about taking a psychological test today? Sort of a verbal Rorschach. Let me paint a word picture for you, and then we’ll see what comes to your mind. You are running a marathon race. You have practiced hard, and have now entered a 10K race. You have been told that it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    The Whole Secret Of Strength

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 21, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,464 views

    Ordination sermon, involving a play on the names of Samson in the Bible and Sampson, the ordinand, an entertainer, puppeteer, and beauty pageant winner. The whole secret of strength is in using the gifts God has given for ministry and not for one’s self.

    The world didn’t give it, and the world can’t take it away. Isn’t that what we sing. I’m not so sure. What do you think? The world didn’t give it? I agree. That’s true. But the world can’t take it away? I am not at all sure. We are here today because Yolanda Sampson has heard the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist