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  • John Brown avatar

    A Supernatural Lifestyle

    Contributed by John Brown on Oct 27, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,343 views

    I believe that God wants to give us a fresh revelation of who He is in us as the Church, and who the Church is in Him.

    A Supernatural Lifestyle John 3:3-8 Are you hungry for the reality of the Kingdom of God to invade earth? I have often ask God for a gift of hunger for the things pertaining to His Kingdom. This story can be compared to church life. Just because I may go to church, I still may not be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    If Only

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 30, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,075 views

    An "If Only" attitude keeps us focused and living in the past. We are commanded by Christ to live with and for Him in the present.

    John 11: 32 – 44 / If Only . . . Intro: While pulling out of her driveway, Georgene noticed a mangled ball of fur laying in the street. She pulled the car back into the driveway and walked over to discover that her son’s cat had been run over by a car. Not wanting to upset Billie, she decided ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Moving Past Religion That Weighs You Down Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 18, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,152 views

    This message looks at the burdensome approach to religion that the Pharisees had and what Jesus offers instead.

    PHARISEE RELIGION: “Got-to’s” and guilt lead to a heavy burden. - Matthew 23:4. - Cf. v. 3 – The Pharisees don’t practice what they preach, so they’re putting out a standard, but the “unwashed masses” don’t know how to avoid the guilt. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Prayer

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 8, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,102 views

    We talk about prayer, study about it and state how we should pray. But how many of us - practically speaking - have untapped the power of prayer?

    The Power of Prayer Theme: what makes prayer so powerful INTRODUCTION A. Satan knows… 1. If he can afflict the people of God… 2. Or somehow weaken their faith… 3. Then they (God’s people) will be distracted from using their most powerful weapon against him: prayer. B. God knows… 1. If we place our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Maxwell avatar

    Winning With People: Offer Your Very Best Series

    Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 158 ratings
     | 19,615 views

    Epaphroditus would be considered one of the “nobodies” in scripture. He never wrote a book in the Bible, nor is he mentioned anywhere else. He never had a statue erected in his honor or became famous for his accomplishments. However, Paul called Epaphro

    “Offer Your Very Best” Epaphroditus PHILIPPIANS 2:25-30 Epaphroditus would be considered one of the “nobodies” in scripture. He never wrote a book in the Bible, nor is he mentioned anywhere else. He never had a statue erected in his honor or became famous for his accomplishments. However, Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Two Roads

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 16, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 15,509 views

    Jesus said there are two roads, two ways. There is God’s way which leads to life and the other way (the popular way) which leads to destruction. This sermon encourages people to seek out the small gate and narrow road that leads to life.

    When Jesus spoke of two roads, two gates, two paths, he was speaking in ways which people understood. Religious teachers then always spoke about there being two ways; one which leads to destruction and one which leads to life. So that part of Jesus’ teaching was not surprising. However, the way ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Never Too Late?

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 19, 2006
     | 3,901 views

    This is a short talk given at a lunch for mainly elderly people, many of whom have known recent bereavement, and some of whom may not yet consider themselves Christians or Church Members.

    Never too late? Shortly after I passed my driving test I was due to travel from my then home in Yateley, Hampshire, UK for a weekend away somewhere in Wales. It was the furthest I had ever driven at the time and my mother very kindly allowed me to use her car. Sadly the car was (for me back then) ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Prayer Of Jehoshaphat

    Contributed by Alexander John on May 19, 2005
    based on 63 ratings
     | 15,800 views

    how to pray when trouble comes

    Prayer of Jehoshaphat 2 Chronicles 20.12 Jehoshaphat wants to do what God said What you will do during the crisis 1 Some cover up, some give up ,some deny they have a problem, some panic It is not the crisis destroy you .It is what we do or don’t do during the crisis. This is the time ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Am Crossing Over To The Other Side 2 Of 7! Series

    Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 3, 2005
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,562 views

    Knowing the ’what to have and have not’ of a Christian.Teaches and reminds you of the size and contents of your lugguage in christian walk.The first in the kit is Jesus Christ and the First to be thrown out is sin.

    “And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also with him other little ships.” mark 4:36 Right sizing your luggage! Many people are excessively loaded with garbage. Fatty and obsess people have serious social and health problems ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Living With Definite Aim

    Contributed by Allen Speegle on Sep 12, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 3,688 views

    Most people live and die without discovering their purpose for being on earth. This message will help believers easily identify their gifting by asking a few simple qiestons.

    Living With Definite Aim 1Cor.9:26 Therefore I do not run uncertainly without definite aim. (AMP) Acts 26:16-18 I have appeared unto you for this purpose: • (V-16) to make you a minister • (V-17) sending you to the gentiles • (V-18) to open their eyes to truth 2Tim.4:7 I have fought a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Flesh Verses Spirit

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,180 views

    the battle within

    Intro: a subject that is often over-looked or passed by is the flesh verses the spirit teachings in the Word of God. They are found throughout the New Testament, but are never heard in our society. Why? Because teaching on overcoming the flesh is not popular, and in a sensual, carnal, worldly ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Does A Child Of God Look Like?

    Contributed by Kent Wise on Oct 13, 2006
     | 5,000 views

    Sermon addresses the many personal bias’ found in the church.

    What Does A Child of God Look Like 1 John 3:1-7 September 25, 2005 I. Introduction A. The writings of John are many peoples favorites B. Each of John’s writings deals primarily with God’s love and the life of Jesus 1. The Gospel of John chronicles the life and ministry of Jesus 2. The Epistles ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    God The Father

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 29, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,205 views

    A sermon on the attributes of God.

    GOD THE FATHER Psalm 145 INTRO: In Hanover County, Virginia, about 20 miles north of Richmond, there is a theme amusement park known as King’s Dominion. This sermon deals with God’s dominion over the earth. The Baptist Faith and Message states: “There is one and only one living and true God. He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving Your Children To God

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 1, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,748 views

    Abraham’s offering Isaac as a sacrifice teaches us to offer our children to God as a living sacrifice in accord with rom. 12:1

    Giving Your Children to God Heb. 11:17-19 INTRO.: Tell the story of Abraham’s test from Gen. 22:1-12 this seems like a strange story. It must have been a time of great growth for Abraham and his son. This occurred during a time God was preparing a nation through which He would send a Savior for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Perserverance

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 12, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 8,077 views

    1 Corinthians 15 58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. Working Very Hard A martial arts student went to his teach

    1 Corinthians 15 58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. Working Very Hard A martial arts student went to his teacher and said earnestly, "I am devoted to studying ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational