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  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Take A Tip From Andrew

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,458 views

    A look at how we can be involved in evangelism.

    Take a Tip from Andrew John 1:35-42 February 10, 2002 Introduction Today, in line with what Brother Joe shared with us, I wanted to use our time together to expand on the theme of winning men and women, boys and girls, to the Lord Jesus Christ. By the way, God used the Gideons to awaken my ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Sweet Bitterness From God Series

    Contributed by Ron Ethridge on May 5, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,356 views

    Those who God uses have one common experience... brokeness.

    “Sweet Bitterness From God” March 21, 1999 Do people that are used by God have something in common? Before we answer that question, you need to know that today’s topic will be bitter before it is sweet. However, if you embrace it, satisfaction will pervade to the depths of your soul! The topic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joel Vicente avatar

    269 - Called From The Womb Series

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Aug 16, 2003
    based on 42 ratings
     | 9,891 views

    Discover biblical evidence that we have all been called from our mother’s womb.

    ILL: A sobbing little girl stood near a small church from which she had been turned away because it "was too crowded." "I can’t go to Sunday School, "she sobbed to the pastor as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the pastor guessed the reason and, taking her by the hand, took her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spirit Who Is From God

    Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Sep 24, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,606 views

    We need to speak out about our faith, share Jesus Christ.

    JULY 27, 2003 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US 1 Cor 2: 10, 11,12 (Spirit Who Is From God) But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit. For the Spirit searches all things, yes, the deep things of God. For what man knows the things of a man except the spirit of the man which is in him? Even so no one ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Timothy Archer avatar

    Lessons Learned From Lepers Series

    Contributed by Timothy Archer on Mar 31, 2004
    based on 70 ratings
     | 32,954 views

    Lessons we can learn from Jesus’ healing of the 10 lepers

    Luke 17:1-19 Lessons Learned from Lepers As we continue our study of the book of Luke, we come to one of the more famous stories from this gospel. You probably learned this story in Bible school, the story of Jesus healing the ten lepers. Let’s read this story: Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stephen Todd avatar

    Words From Beyond The Grave

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004
    based on 65 ratings
     | 11,922 views

    In this funeral message for a senior saint, I suggested what she might say to those gathered at her funeral.

    Funeral Service For Emily Hodolich January 17, 2004 Opening Greetings Prayer Hymn Nearer My God to Thee Scripture Reading Eulogy Hymn How Great Thou Art Message Hymn Amazing Grace Closing announcements and prayer As I bring the message today I want to sugest to you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Hope avatar

    Lessons From The Unfaithful Wife Series

    Contributed by Rick Hope on May 21, 2004
    based on 85 ratings
     | 22,006 views

    This is the first of a two part message concerning the message of the book of Hosea. This deals with the marriage between Hosea and Gomer and how it parallels God’s relationship with Israel and in fact, all Christian believers.

    To begin a study on Hosea, we must first understand the meaning of the word “minor prophet” which is how Hosea was classified. A minor prophet was only assigned that classification based on the length of his book. It had nothing to do with the weight of his message or the length of time that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    And The Land Rested From War Series

    Contributed by Winson Butler on May 25, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,294 views

    Every Christian needs to examine the importance of perserverance. As Winston Churchill said to a graduating class of young cadets, "Never give up..." There’s a high cost to giving up and giving in!

    "And the Land Rested From War..." Dr. E. Winson Butler Joshua 11:23 kjv (pg 199 OT white pew Bible) Introduction I. illus. A few nights ago, President George Bush addressed our country. In his own words he said, "We must stay the course..." i.e. now is not the time to question, leave or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    Christmas From Heaven's Eyes

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 26, 2004
    based on 58 ratings
     | 19,434 views

    The birth of Christ takes on new significance when we see Christmas through heaven’s eyes.

    Christmas Through Heaven’s Eyes John 1:1-5 Did you here the news? Christmas has been canceled . . . in Bethlehem. Because of the violence and fighting between the Palestinians and Israeli forces, officials in the west bank city of Bethlehem just south of Jerusalem have announced that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "And Where Are You From?"

    Contributed by Bobby Touchton on May 26, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,667 views

    As Christians we often feel out of place, but we are reminded of Jesus’ words that our real home is eternal life with Him.

    Submitted by Dr. Bobby J. Touchton Ashland, Kentucky “‘Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • NILES LLOYD avatar

    Our Distance From Jesus

    Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Feb 15, 2003
    based on 69 ratings
     | 15,999 views

    WHERE ARE YOU AT IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS? WHY ARE SOME REALLY CLOSE, SOME NOT SO CLOSE AND OTHERS SEEM SO FAR AWAY FROM CHRIST? WELL, WE CAN ALL BE CLOSER IF WE "WANT" TO BE CLOSE TO JESUS.

    TITLE: OUR DISTANCE FROM JESUS 1/27/02 TEXT: MATTHEW 26:36 – 43, 47 - 50 INTRO: ONE OF MY FAVORITE PASSAGES OF SCRIPTURE IS HERE IN CHAPTER 26 OF THE BOOK OF MATTHEW. I HAVE OFTEN READ THIS PASSAGE AND WONDERED ABOUT ALL THAT TOOK PLACE ON THAT NIGHT. IT IS A SPECIAL PASSAGE TO ME ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Declaring Independence From The Devil

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,371 views

    On our Day of Independence we must also call ourselver free from Satan.

    Declaring Independence from the Devil Introduction As we celebrate our national day of Independence, le us remember that as Christians we enjoy an even greater freedom in Christ. John 8:36 says “If therefore the Son shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.” In Christ we have freedom ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Williams III avatar

    Coming Down From The Mountain

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 27, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,487 views

    There are times in our lives when we are at the peak of joy when we do not want the moment to end. There are other times when we do not feel as though we will make to the journey’s end because of being on the verge of burning out.

    COMING DOWN FROM THE MOUNTAIN Text: Mark 9: 2-9 One of my favorite places in all of the United States is at Lake Junaluska, North Carolina. Any one who has ever been to Lake Junaluska will know what I am talking about. Many ministers dream of having a retirement home there. It is indeed ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Mike Hamilton avatar

    Experiencing A Word From God

    Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Feb 27, 2003
    based on 99 ratings
     | 14,279 views

    Like grain God’s Word nourishes, like fire God’s Word compels, and like a hammer, God’s Word breaks us.

    “Experiencing A Word From God” Jeremiah 23:25-29 Illustration: Herman and Henrietta were touring their brand-new house, a house that Henrietta had paid for with her money, a fact of which she often reminded Herman. In each room of the house, she said to her husband, “Herman, if it were not for my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Hits From Victory

    Contributed by Ryan Yandris on Mar 8, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,653 views

    Never think you have done enough for God.

    Two Hits From Victory Text: 2 Kings 13:16-19 Introduction: • The poet penned the words “the saddest words of tongue or pen are the words what might have been.” • There are people that live their lives in regret because they never attempted the impossible. • Don’t spend your life ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal