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  • Andrew Stevens avatar

    Excellence Is So Attractive - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Andrew Stevens on Nov 6, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,862 views

    In 2 Corinthians the Word lets us know that there is something excellent within each us.

    Excellence is so Attractive – Part 1 Excellence begins with a mindset!!! I. Introduction A. While at the International General Assembly Jennifer and I experienced something. 1. This something made my heart leap within me. 2. It literally captivated me and inspired me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    What Keeps The Believer From Sinking?

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,206 views

    The believer is reminded to keep his focus on the eternal promises of God.

    Introduction: I could not imagine life without the promises of God. When faced with life’s most difficult times, we do well to look beyond the difficulty to the power of God. God promises will keep us afloat in the midst of the most inundating waters. We are kept afloat by the meditating on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks avatar

    A Street Called Straight

    Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Aug 23, 2002
    based on 138 ratings
     | 22,420 views

    This sermon is for any one faced with the addictions of the world. It is for the dependents and the co-dependents who want to change their lives and know that they are worthy.

    PRAYER: GOD, I thank you right now for the way You have come into my life and changed my thoughts and my walk. I praise You Lord for taking a sinner like me and allowing me to be used as an instrument in Your kingdom. The road is rough, but the path is clear God because it is narrow and I don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Armbrester avatar

    Hope In The Midst Of Tragedy

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Sep 7, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 12,751 views

    This message was prepared to observe the one year anniversary of 9/11/01.

    Hope in the Midst of Tragedy Psalm 91 Where were you Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001 when you heard the news about the planes crashing into the twin towers of the World Trade Center? What were the thoughts running through your mind? What were the emotions you felt as you watched the towers ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Lauro C Hernandez avatar

    Finding The Comfort Of The Lord In Our Needs

    Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 24, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,309 views

    KNOWING THE LORD CAN BE THERE IN ALL OUR CIRCUMSTANCES

    FINDING THE COMFORT OF THE LORD IN OUR NEEDS 2 Cor. 4:16,17 INTRO: As we continue on our daily living we can very easily find out that truly the presence of our God and His strength will be needed as we strive to serve Him. Many want to be only on the sideway, thinking that if they make that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • ROBERT SIMMONS avatar

    Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002
    based on 140 ratings
     | 26,993 views

    Never Give Up!

    I. SURELY, YOU WILL HAVE TROUBLE! A. The Bible promised it, "Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble." Job 14:1. B. The Psalmist promised it, "The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dana Chau avatar

    Building Blocks For Flexible Persistence

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Oct 1, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,756 views

    Discover the building blocks for accomplishing God-size goals.

    About two weeks ago, Eugene asked a salient question at the end of the church business meeting. He asked something like, "What kind of person am I becoming through this church?" His question was not just introspective. He is serving on the Church Strategy Task Team, which will research how to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • David Shipman avatar

    Grace Reigning

    Contributed by David Shipman on Dec 8, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,053 views

    Deals with the power of Grace at work in our lives

    Turn to the book of 2 Cor. “Christian” 1. Very common word (politics using “God” a lot.) 2. Your definition about you. 3. World’s definition about a Christian Does this word paint the picture it is suppose to? Common Denominator of all “Christians” Walk in the things of God. >Have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Greg Cooper avatar

    From Coping To Conquering

    Contributed by Greg Cooper on Dec 28, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
     | 10,723 views

    DON’T JUST DEAL WITH PROBLEMS OF LIFE; TURN THEM AROUND TO YOUR OWN USE. DON’T JUST COPE CONQUER LIFE.

    Title: From Coping To Conquering Text: II Corinthians 4:5-12 Intro: You know it is a bad day when: - You call the suicide prevention hotline and they put you on hold. - Your stuck in traffic and your horn gets stuck behind a group of Hell’s Angels motorcycle gang. - You get to work to find a 60 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Danny Moss avatar

    "The Life Of Jesus Christ"

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 29, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 10,967 views

    This sermon calls upon all believers to re-live the life of Christ.

    THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST Text: 2nd Corinthians 4:5-11 For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake. For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkenss, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Sparkman avatar

    Surviving With Christ

    Contributed by Chris Sparkman on Aug 23, 2001
    based on 36 ratings
     | 8,810 views

    Many times we face difficulties in life. Jesus Christ is there for each of us, He never fails, and He will lead you through!

    Surviving with Christ 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 As we take our journey that begins at the cradle and ends upon this earth when we enter our grave. We will often times experience circumstances that we do not fully understand. Things will take place in our lives that we do not want to accept. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Leslie Trombly avatar

    Day Of Infamy

    Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,195 views

    Like Pearl Harbor.September 11,2001 was another "Day in Infamy"

    Jesus Is Coming! Are you Prepared For it? It is very important for us to always keep in mind that this time on earth is only a moment when compared to eternity. I understand that it is important that we live life to it’s fullest and enjoy every bit of living here on earth, but still we need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Cooper Abrams III avatar

    Jesus Is Lord

    Contributed by Cooper Abrams Iii on Sep 25, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 29,289 views

    A message showing the Lordship of Jesus Christ

    Jesus is Lord II Corinthians 4:5 by Cooper Abrams - Bible Truth Web Site "For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake." INTRODUCTION: Preaching the Lordship of Jesus Christ is not popular message today. A few years back ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Don't Lose Heart!

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 1, 2002
    based on 120 ratings
     | 15,564 views

    Our relationship to Christ can keep us from losing heart in life.

    DON’T LOSE HEART! II Cor. 4:1-12 INTRO.- ILL.- The New York City Transit Company was missing a bus and a driver some years ago. For over a week, authorities searched for the man but couldn’t find him. Finally, ten days later after the man had disappeared, he was found, bus included. IN MIAMI, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Sheldon Friesen avatar

    Stress Or Distress

    Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,839 views

    Not All Stress Is Bad

    Stress or Distress? We live in: The age of the half-read page And the quick hash and the mad dash. The bright night and the nerves tight, The plan hop, the brief stop, The brain strain and the heart pain. The cat naps till the spring snaps, And the fun’s done. 2CO 4:7 But we have this treasure ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible