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  • John Knight avatar

    I Saw The Lord Series

    Contributed by John Knight on Apr 14, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,889 views

    Third in series. When we see God we are overwhelmed with praise, and our praise can shape our character.

    "In Christ" "I Saw The Lord" Isaiah 6:1-8 Introduction: John F. Kennedy Man like no other Youngest ever elected to his office Youngest to leave (to be assassinated) Span of 2 yrs 9 mos Forever changed our perception about ourselves and our world. His were the days of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    What Are You Doing With The Faith God Gave To You? Series

    Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Jul 6, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 11,100 views

    God has dealt to every one of us the measure of faith that we need. If we don’t use our faith, we’ll lose our faith.

    “WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH THE FAITH THAT GOD GAVE TO YOU?” TEXT-Romans 12:3 Intro – Hebrews 11:1 tells us that faith is the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen. Faith understands that the things we pray for and hope for already belong to us even though we cannot see ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Father Heart Of God

    Contributed by Kranthi Kumar Medida on Aug 31, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,970 views

    In what way is God a Father to all human beings? There are idol worshippers, atheists, christians, etc. How does God act as a father to all of them?

    M.KRANTHI KUMAR B.D. FIRST YEAR NEW THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE KULHAN P.O., SAHASTRADHARA ROAD, DEHRADUN, UTTARANCHAL – 248001, INDIA. E-MAIL: kranthi_mks@yahoo.co.in “And I will be a Father to you, and you shall be sons and daughters to Me,” says the Lord Almighty. – 2 Corinthians 6:18 In God I find A ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Functional Structures Series

    Contributed by Michael Allen on Jul 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,882 views

    A series of 8 sermons focussing on the Charcteristics outlined by the Natural Church Development tool

    There is nothing quite as satisfying as putting something into place that works well and does what it is meant to. For example, you drive down a certain road to go home and you always get held up in a traffic queue. But then you find that there is another route that avoids the traffic and gets you ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Safe Place

    Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 12,958 views

    God desires that we sense that we are safe in this life. However, many of God’s people live life in fear rather than safety.

    A Safe Place Vision Sunday Ps 16:1-3…Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge. I said to the LORD, "You are my Master! All the good things I have are from you." The godly people in the land are my true heroes! I take pleasure in them! NLT Introduction: Every one of us in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living In Divine Favor

    Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 34,051 views

    The lesson is to show each born again believer that we are compassed about with the favor of God upon our lives

    Living in Divine Favor Foundational Text: Psalms 5:12 For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield. Intro: This morning I want to begin a new series concerning the favor of God. I believe that this place of favor is where our Heavenly Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You And God's Gifts

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 2, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,293 views

    God giving Spiritual gifts unto men is all intended for one and the same general end, the advancement of Christianity and the church’s edification!

    You and God’s Gifts! Text: I Corinthians 12:1-7 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant: 2 You know that you were Gentiles, carried away to these dumb idols, however you were led. 3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Think Like A Leader

    Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,357 views

    Getting Leaders to take time to think

    Think Like A Leader & Lead Like A Thinker 2 Cor. 10:3-6; Rom. 12:1-2; Prov. 21:5 (Exploring The Power Of Creative Thinking) Man is a spirit; he has a soul and lives in a physical body - 1 Thess. 5:23. Man’s successful existence on earth is tied to creative thinking. Hence, he became a living soul ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Parable Of The Lost Sheep

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,761 views

    The parable not only applies to those who have never met Christ, it also applies to those Christians who have lost their way in the busyness of their lives - vicars and pastors included!!

    Luke 15:1-10 Parable of the Lost Sheep Story: A young man who had been raised as an atheist –was training to be an Olympic diver. The only religious influence in his life came from his outspoken Christian friend. The young diver never really paid much attention to what his friend said about ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    In God's Hands

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 25, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,707 views

    God assures Jeremiah and all of his people that “God knows the plans he has for us.”

    Jeremiah 29:1, 4-14 “In God’s Hands” INTRODUCTION While serving a congregation in Appleton, Wisconsin, Faye and I decided to dine out one Sunday evening. We went to a popular Italian restaurant, Vittorio’s, which is owned by a Latino family—go figure. Most of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    The Bible & 2012

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 14, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,896 views

    - People are asking questions - Is the world coming to an end in 2012? - The Bible answers this question

    - Roland Emmerich’s "2012" - Independence Da y (96), Day After Tomorrow (04) - $200 million Movie - Called the “mother of all disaster movies” - Tag line “Mankind’s Earliest Civilizations Warned Us” - What are the odds?”, “I thought we would have more time” - US News & World report - 60% believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff van Wyk avatar

    The Office Of A Teacher

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 15, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,216 views

    The teaching ministry is one of the five perfecting ministries God gave to men so that Christians may come to spiritual maturity. Apostles, prophets, teachers, evangelists, and pastors are the governing body of the church. The office or ministry of th

    The Office of a Teacher Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come to the unity of the faith and of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Transformed, Not Merely Reformed

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,800 views

    The Lord does not merely help us fix up our lives or amend our ways; he transforms us into a new creation and wants us to spread this transforming message. But first, we must look more closely at this transformation.

    Transformed, Not Merely Reformed (2 Corinthians 5:16-21) 1. Last week, many of you experienced power outages; transformers were exploding 2. Transformers increase (step up) or decrease voltage (step down). 3. It is more efficient to send electricity long distances at a higher voltage, and then to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Unmasking Al Queda:biblical Propehcy Being Fulfilled

    Contributed by Kayode Eleyinte on Aug 7, 2013
     | 4,750 views

    Not many christian understands that one of the bible prophecy is playing out in the Middle East and as regards the rise of radical Islamic terror groups. We are at the threshold of the fulfillment of age-long prophecy. We need to watch.

    The al queda terror group has been around for quite some time.They had been a big threat to the lives and properties of many nation in Asia,both Central Asia and Middle East.Their murderous activities has leap over the borders of Asia into Europe,America and Africa.The fear of al queda has ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Discipleship: Rest

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Sep 27, 2006
     | 2,996 views

    To show that God wants us to rest ourselves from our labors on occasion.

    -This morning, it’s ok to sleep during the sermon -Tomorrow is Labor Day -A day off from work for many filled with picnics, BBQ’s, shopping, recreation, telethons and other activities -Labor Day History -It’s whole purpose is to pay tribute to the contributions American workers have made for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan