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    Face To Face: Inner Conflicts Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 26, 2010
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    Part 5 in the series Faith that works. Dealing with the inner conflicts we feel in our lives and how to handle them properly.

    Face to Face with yourself: inner conflict James chapter 4:1-6 Introduction: We are still in the series Faith that works. I believe this is the 5th sermon. This morning dealing with inner conflict. Some say “I hope so and so is listening”. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "Are We God’s Hubcap?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 4, 2010
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    In Luke 8:26-39 we meet a madman who lived naked and homeless in a graveyard. Not only does this story show us Jesus’ power over evil but in makes the point that no one is beyond God’s redeeming grace.

    Luke 8:26-39 “Are We God’s Hubcap?” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Why are we here this evening? Why are we not doing what many of the people in our community are doing right this moment?… Watching t-v, heading to the movie theatre, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Continuing As A Christian Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 10, 2010
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    In today's sermon we see that though Christians encounter opposition, they also experience assurance.

    Introduction The past few Sundays we have been exploring Christianity by looking primarily at the Gospel of Mark. I have asserted that the heart of Christianity is a person—Jesus of Nazareth. To that end we have answered three questions: 1. Who is Jesus? 2. Why did Jesus come? 3. What does ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Patrick O'Loughlin avatar

    The Garden Of Gethsemane- The Price Of God's Peace Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Mar 28, 2010
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    The second of four places connected with Easter and God's peace

    Text: Matthew 26:36-46 Title: The price for our peace Introduction We’ve just started a series where we’re looking each week at 1 of 4 places Jesus visited leading up to Easter and discovering how each place has an important part in our understanding of God’s peace. So far ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Peace Is Just On The Other Side Of The Boat

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 16, 2010
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    Guilt murders peace...How Peter's relationship to Jesus is our answer for true peace

    1After these things Jesus showed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and he showed himself in this way. 2Gathered there together were Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. 3Simon Peter said to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Give Hope Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2009
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    Looking at 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 we can see the nature of difficulties in: 1) Giving Hope (2 Cor. 1:3-7), 2) Getting Hope (2 Cor. 1:8-9), 3) Praise for Hope ( 2 Cor. 1:10-11)

    The actions recently of major Nidal Malik Hassan on Fort Hood in Texas, have been shocking. The US army psychiatrist, who was charged with providing hope and comfort to distressed soldiers, turned on them, shooting 51. In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul rejoiced because God has so recently ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    I'm Coming Out!

    Contributed by Kevin Smith on Nov 28, 2009
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    This sermon talks about how just like Esther and her people came out from under Bondage, so too can we come out of our bondage, mess, and situations today!!

    -Remarks to God & Bishop (brief) -Prayer/Reading of scripture/Seating of ppl I. Introduction -This particular text excites me on many levels, and is pregnant with possibility. We see in the text that King Xerxes, Hamam, and Esther are all dining together at a banquet requested by Esther the Queen. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ready For Trouble

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009
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    Being prepared for the troubles Christians are sure to have

    READY FOR TROUBLE I Peter 3:13-17 Sunday, August 16, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee We spoke this morning about trouble coming. Tonight, we’re going to look at the basic things that will prepare us and sustain us in the day of trial. When’s the last time you had something happen and you questioned ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Team

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 18, 2009
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    Compares the Church to a team

    “The Team” February 3, 2008 “The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, "Look, the Lamb of God!" When the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus. Turning around, Jesus saw them following and asked, "What do you want?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    07 The Valley Of Depression Series

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on Mar 22, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
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    Where do you turn too at times of depression? There is only one place to go - to the Lord

    The Valley of Depression – 22nd March 2009 am David has spent his fair share of time in Valleys – Valley of Elah (Oak) fought Goliath (1 Sam 17). Valley of Rephaim (Giants) fought Philistines (2 Samuel 5:18). Valley of Salt fought the Syrians (2 Samuel 8:13) He walked through the Valley of Shadows ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
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    Paul, Pt. 14

    THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT (GALATIANS 5:16-23) A brother attended a charismatic church retreat. It was such an emotional highpoint for him. He said he had never cried so much in his life before. Curious, he asked why more than half the audience speaks in tongues simultaneously, so I shared with him ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    The Story Of Daniel Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 29, 2011
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    A 32 week journey through the Bible. Inspired by Randy Frazee and Max Lucado. A look at Daniel's faith.

    The Story 18 - Daniel February 20, 2011 Today, we’re going to look at the life of Daniel. He’s one of the OT prophets. His story is found in chapter 18 of the Story or in the book of Daniel in the OT. Now, let me give you some of the setting where we are at. We’ve been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    Three Types Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 21, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 27,108 views

    Fatih is not just trusting your head and heart but trusting God by taking Him at His word.

    THREE TYPES OF FAITH A drought winter threatened the crop in a village of Crete. The priest told his flock: "There isn't anything that will save us, except a special prayer for rain. Go to your homes, fast during the week, believe and come on Sunday to pray for rain." The villagers went home, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Allen James avatar

    Dangerous Times Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Sep 29, 2011
     | 4,443 views

    Part 3 of 7 in our summer series exploring the letters to the 7 churches in Revelation 2-3. This message takes a deeper look at the church at Pergamum.

    OPENING: 3 middling churches - not bad/great - mid road. ea has faithful remnant w dec infl INTRODUCTION: The majority of American churches are not lacking for MORAL and SPIRITUAL instruction. We are lacking in our ability (note typo) to remain UNCONTAMINATED by the world as a church family. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Does God Allow Suffering?

    Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010
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     | 4,074 views

    Why does God allow suffering Christians suffer while the lost thrive

    Why does God allow suffering? By Steve Keeler Scripture Job 1:8-22; "The Lord said to Satan, 'Have you considered My servant Job? For there is no one like him on the earth, a blameless and upright man, fearing God and turning away from evil.' Then Satan answered the Lord, 'Does Job fear God for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational