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  • Izak Shipman avatar

    Are You Ashamed Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Izak Shipman on Aug 5, 2002
    based on 63 ratings
     | 6,604 views

    The question that faces every Christian, We put it in another way that will touch every heart. Answering the question:What is the Gospel of Christ.

    Are you ashamed of the Gospel A First year student came into church one day and recognised the preacher, who was his professor. He said “Oh No. The Lady next to him asked him,"what’s wrong?" Do you know whom that is,that is my professor, when he talks you fall asleep.The Lady asked him: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Proof Of Life—2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 12, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,785 views

    Is our Life in Christ real or a facade? Our Life in Christ will be proven/exposed before others...But what are some proofs of life in Christ? 8 arenas in which life in Christ is proven. Part 2 of a 2-part sermon.

    Proof of Life-II—Luke 8:40-56 Exposing Life Jesus gave life to a girl. Life in Christ will be proven/exposed before others. What are some proofs of life in Christ? 8 arenas in which life in Christ is proven. 5—Life is proven in PRIVATE EXPERIENCE(:51) —Explanation:(:51) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Of The Greatest Emotions In Life

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 9, 2003
    based on 160 ratings
     | 17,374 views

    We have many emotions. These include fear, anger, excitement, loneliness, despair, and satisfaction. What emotions motivate you the most?

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. We have many emotions. These include fear, anger, excitement, loneliness, despair, and satisfaction. What emotions motivate you the most ____________________________? 2. The three greatest emotions. Today’s lesson surrounds three of the greatest emotions: WHAT EMOTIONS What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Week 24 The Mighty Angel With The Little Book Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Apr 9, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 6,251 views

    Week 24 in a Wednesday evening study through the book of Revelation

    WEEK 24 “The Mighty Angel with the Little Book” Date: December 18, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation 10:1-7 Introduction Last week we closed our study with the blowing of the 6th trumpet. Chapter 10:1-11:14 that “these verses serve as an interlude or parenthesis between the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of A Member Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Apr 13, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 5,549 views

    Ephesians Series #15.Paul is appealing to our position in Christ in order to make a statement concerning our activity. We must treat each other how we want to be treated or we put ourselves in jeopardy with the Holy Spirit.

    A Walk That Is Worthy Part 15 Marks of A Member Text: Eph 4:25-32 Intro: This morning I would like to continue on in our text in Ephesians.The series we have been in has been called a Walk that is Worthy. This morning I would like to bring a message entitled…” Marks of A Member” -I am going ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Troy Harkey avatar

    The Church - More Than A Building

    Contributed by Troy Harkey on Apr 16, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,183 views

    THE CHURCH IS MORE THAN JUST A BUILDING.

    CHURCH – MORE THAN A BUILDING When we began this series of messages about the church, we used this verse as a springboard. (Eph 5:25 NKJV) Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her, The church is the most important thing on earth. The Greek word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robbie Parsons avatar

    Seven Things Your Faith Can Do (If You Let It)

    Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Apr 25, 2003
    based on 267 ratings
     | 58,848 views

    The reason that the church does not achieve as much is not God’s fault, it is our fault of faithlessness. Let us look at serven things faith will do if we just take advantage...

    INTRODUCTION In the scripture read, the disciples were perplexed as to why they could not rebuke the devil and thus heal and restore the boy. Jesus answer was simple—they had a lack of faith. Webster defines faith as “unquestioning belief, complete trust or confidence, loyalty.” Hebrews 11:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • James Chandler avatar

    Parable Of The Three Baseball Fans

    Contributed by James Chandler on May 19, 2003
    based on 127 ratings
     | 18,640 views

    This is a parable that I created to illustrate the different types of people responding to Christ.

    The Parable of the Three Baseball Fans I Corinthians 9:24-27 NOTE: Before I entered the auditorium, I changed into a baseball uniform. As the organist played and the people sang “Take Me Out To The Ball Game” I entered the auditorium and walked up on stage. I loved seeing the surprised look on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking In Strength Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,608 views

    God gives us the strength we need to walk with Him on a daily basis

    Walking in Strength Isaiah 40:28-31 July 23, 2000 Morning Service Introduction I. The fifth grade class A. Teacher asks a question 1. Does anyone here understand electricity? 2. One over anxious boy raises his hand – “I understand electricity?” B. The tragic twist 1. Teacher: “Jimmy, please ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    The Journey To Calvary Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 7, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 14,308 views

    The cross is about a holy God, a sinful people, and the God-man Savior, Jesus Christ, providing reconciliation between God and man by providing the ultimate sacrifice for sin. In order to better understand the events of Calvary, we can look at some of the

    The Journey to Calvary (Mark 15:21, Luke 23:26-31, John 19:19-22) INTRO 1. Calvin Miller said, "One cannot even begin to understand the life of Christ without understanding His death." 2. JUST FOR YOU In Peggy Noonan’s book When Character Was King, she tells about a meeting between President ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • John Kapteyn avatar

    Faith Without Works

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,013 views

    Introductory Comments 1.

    Introductory Comments 1. Today we come to what some consider the heart of the book of James. It is also one of the most passages in the Bible. It is one that can easily be misunderstood. It is one that challenges us again with the question as to whether or not we are really saved. 2. And so ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Directed His People Toward Excellence

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,354 views

    Excellence is found in Christ Jesus for every dimension of our personal life, relationship and activities.

    How Jesus Directed His People Toward Excellence Matt 5:48 Illustration:Serious critics sometimes argue that the standards in art are always relative, but all artistic masterpieces give them the lie. John Gardner in The Art of Fiction: Notes of Craft for Young Writers. The only thing most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Terry Stivers avatar

    Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen Series

    Contributed by Terry Stivers on Jul 15, 2003
    based on 75 ratings
     | 20,079 views

    Jesus, in picking His disciples, shows us what following Him is all about. Series on Mark

    MANY ARE CALLED BUT FEW ARE CHOSEN Mark 1:16-20 INTRO: The Plan Hernando Cortes had a plan. He wanted to lead an expedition into Mexico to capture its vast treasures. When he told the Spanish governor his strategy, the governor got so excited that he gave him 11 ships and 700 men. Little did the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Melvin Shelton avatar

    The Marriage Miracle

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 17, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,056 views

    Miracles do occur.

    The marriage miracle John 2:1--22 Some people believe with all the technology advances and scientific advances we have today that miracles do not occur. Some people look at the laws of the universe and they make the decision that there is no God and everything is like a mechanism. A strange thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Greatest Employer

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 12, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,126 views

    God is the greatest to work for

    INTRODUCTION Talk about the context of Matthew 19 and how Chapter 20 is parable to explain 19:30. Peters attitude in asking the question in verse 27. SERMON God is a Persistent Employer Verses 1-7 A. The Early Morning Workers. Verse 1-2 1) The Owner went out sometime after the night watch ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ