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Jesus On Prayer

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Apr 30, 2002

based on 94 ratings

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The sermon is based on one of Jesus’ parables that teaches some important aspects on prayer.

INTRODUCTION From Roman history comes the story of a Roman emperor in his chariot as a part of a parade. Cheering people lined the streets while legionaries were stationed to keep the people at a safe distance. The emperor’s family sat on a platform to watch him go by in all the pride of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-8, Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Hurry Up And Be Patient Already!

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 13, 2001

based on 46 ratings

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How James calls on Christians to be patient because Jesus is coming soon and because God blesses patience.

December 16, 2001 James 5:7-11 7 Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop and how patient he is for the autumn and spring rains. 8 You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near. 9 Don’t grumble ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Live Life Successfully Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 31, 2001

based on 78 ratings

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Principles on how to live life successful taken from Joshua assuming leadership of the Israelites.

A Study of the Book of Joshua Sermon 1 “How to Live Life Successfully” Joshua 1:1-9 Success is a difficult thing to truly define. “Among the apostles, the one absolutely stunning success was Judas, and the one thoroughly groveling ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

You Will Know The Truth And He Will Set You Free

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on May 24, 2003

based on 95 ratings

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This message takes a look at the importance of knowing the Truth in Jesus Christ and the freedom that truth brings.

On the day He was crucified, Jesus stood before Pontius Pilate accused of false charges. Pilate asked Jesus if He is indeed a King to which Jesus replied, “You are right in saying that I am a King. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the worlds, to testify to the truth. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-47, John 18:33-38

Denomination: Methodist

Journeying To Joy Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

based on 567 ratings

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Being joyful is more than just being happy. We’ll focus on the true meaning of joy and look at several “joy-busters.”

Journeying to Joy Rev. Brian Bill June 15, 2001 Our family spent this past Wednesday at a Water Park up in God’s Country. We had a blast! There were lots of smiles and laughter. The girls really liked the wave pool and we all enjoyed slides with names like the “Corkscrew,” “Twister,” and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:20-24, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Agreement

Contributed by Olayinka Alamu on Jun 4, 2003

based on 112 ratings

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What it means to agree in the presence of God

The Power of Agreement Matthew 18:19-20 "Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them.” Definition of agreement It means to come into or be in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Rick Kallstrom on Jan 27, 2003

based on 75 ratings

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This is a story of a son’s repentance and a father’s great love and forgiveness. I hope that in hearing this familiar scripture that your hearts will, once again, be filled with the type of joy and happiness that only God can provide.

This morning God has laid it on my heart to deliver a message from the gospel according to Luke. This is a parable that you have likely heard many times before, and surely will again. It is a story of a son’s repentance and a father’s great love and forgiveness. I hope that in hearing this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Prepared?

Contributed by David Norton on Jan 24, 2002

based on 114 ratings

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Day to day preparation for physical and spiritual living is essential!

Pastor Dave 09/04/01 Are You Prepared? Tonight’s topic, Are You Prepared is going to cover two areas in our life. 1. Being prepared for day-to-day living (physically) 2. Being prepared for Jesus Christ’s Return (Spiritually) To begin lets look at the steps taken by most of us to prepare for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-2, Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

¿quieres Vender Tu Heredad?

Contributed by Alberto Sanchez on May 17, 2002

based on 230 ratings

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Dios ha bendecido nuestra vida con cosas maravillosas y hermosas,como la familia. Pero hay alguien muy interesado en robar, de una forma u otra lo que Dios ha puesto en nuestras manos. Si no logra robartelo, tratará de comprartelo, una pregunta ¿Se lo ven

¿QUIERES VENDER TU HEREDAD? Pasaje Bíblico: 1 R.21:1-3 Propósito: Que los oyentes valoren lo que Dios les ha dado, y lo retengan a costa de lo que sea. QUIERO LLEVARLOS A UN LUGAR EN LOS VALLES DE JEZREEL, A LA CIUDAD DE JEZREEL, UNA CIUDAD EN LAS LLANURAS DEL VALLE, AL ORIENTE, MONTAÑAS DE GILBOA ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Like A Tree

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jul 11, 2003

based on 84 ratings

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Examines the qualities of trees that cab be compared to the righteous who are blessed according to Psalm 1.

Like a Tree 1Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. 2But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Healing Of The Leper

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

based on 436 ratings

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How Jesus responded to those who were unclean teaches us a couple of lessons.

Introduction: If I were to ask those of you who are mothers, do you like for your children to come up and give you a big hug, I suspect you would say, “Of course!” But, let me ask you, are you always anxious and willing to have your beloved child run up to you and put their arms around you? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Funeral For A Friend

Contributed by Scott Cody on Nov 13, 2003

based on 28 ratings

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A personal reflection on the life of a great man and the example he left us all to follow.

A man bought a parrot, but when he got him home, the parrot started cursing and biting people. They tried everything from soft music to talking nicely to it, but nothing worked. One day, after the bird let out a string of expletives, the man, in a fit of anger grabbed the bird and threw him into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:54-57, 1 Corinthians 15:52-57

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Signed, Sealed & Delivered

Contributed by Engleburg Toney on Dec 19, 2003

based on 26 ratings

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Salvation is not completed until the process of sealing takes place in God’s people.

Signed, Sealed, & Delivered The WHO placed Toronto on a travel advisory for the deadly new plague, and just on Wednesday, they lifted the ban. To date, the virus has killed more than 300 people around the world and infected more than 5,000—with the majority of cases and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-4

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Stay With The Lord

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jan 4, 2004

based on 31 ratings

| 35,181 views

Stay with the Lord no matter what the situation might be.

Let us pray Welcome............ How many of you here today are getting tired of living the Christian life; you are even thinking about throwing in the towel, and going back to your former lifestyle? Sometimes you feel discouraged, and you think maybe it’s best to quit; if that’s happening to you, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Church Of God

The Rapture Part 2 Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005

based on 8 ratings

| 3,067 views

Ever wonder about the Great Tribulation? We launch into a two part series on the prophecies and timings - and answer the question: will Christians go through it?

13 Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. 14 We believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. 15 According to the Lord’s own word, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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