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    The Broken Altar

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Nov 4, 2013
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    In our churches today we no longer build altars for sacrifice but our altars still are used for some of the same purposes found in the Bible.

    The Broken Altar I KINGS 18:21-46 Note Here in Vs 30, “And Elijah said unto all the people, Come near unto me. And all the people came near unto him. And he repaired the altar of the LORD that was broken down.” Elijah found the altar was broken and in need of repair. WHAT WAS THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do We Follow Christ

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Dec 1, 2010
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    Why did you decide to become a Christian? What was it that put you over the top and made you decide to follow Him? And then I want to know, why do you continue to follow Him?

    As I was sitting in my office Tuesday, thinking about today’s message, which I have titled, “Why do we follow Christ?” a song came on the radio by Chris Tomlin by the name of “I Will Follow.” I thought, thanks God for that conformation! The words of the song are very ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Throne Room

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Apr 15, 2010
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     | 8,441 views

    Revelation 4 is pure description. It is a portrait of the throne room of God, calling for awe, fear and reverence.

    When we go to an art museum and look at a great painting, we are sometimes confused as to what the artist was trying to accomplish with his work. This is especially true of abstract art. In our image overloaded society, we seldom take the time to really take in a picture. However, there is a way to ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    How Should Christians Vote?

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 27, 2013
     | 8,300 views

    Written just prior to the last presidential election, this topical sermon encourages Christians to prepare for upcoming elections by praying, thinking biblically about tough issues, and getting involved in a variety of ways. PowerPoint available.

    How Should Christians Vote? Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/4/2012 With the Presidential election just a couple of days away I’m guessing most of you are pretty tired of all the political ads and campaign coverage flooding your television sets. I heard a good story ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "The Pitiful Fool"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 30, 2013
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     | 3,696 views

    argument for Creationism

    “The Pitiful Fool” September 1, 2013 Psalm 19:1-4 “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they reveal knowledge. They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard from them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Prayer And The Presence Of God

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 7, 2013
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    Starting a new series of talks on prayer I begin with some personal struggles and encourage the congregation to desire to be in the presence of the God.

    As we drove home from Hampshire on the M25 last Monday I heard something smack into the windscreen. About ten minutes later Moira noticed the sun glinting off a crack in the windscreen and over the course of the next ten minutes or so we watched the crack slowly growing. By the time we stopped at ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Four Avenues Of God’s Dealings With Man

    Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 20, 2011
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    FOUR AVENUES OF GOD’S DEALINGS WITH MAN

    FOUR AVENUES OF GOD’S DEALINGS WITH MAN 5/20/2011 Job 33:12-26 12 Behold, in this thou art not just: I will answer thee, that God is greater than man. 13 Why dost thou strive against him? for he giveth not account of any of his matters. 14 For God speaketh once, yea twice, yet man ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Follow Your Gps" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on May 25, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 26,458 views

    This message follows the wise men as they follow the star to Jesus. All of us need direction. This message shows us how to find it.

    “Follow Your GPS!” Matthew 2:1-12 The story of the wise men has always been surrounded by mystery. When we look at the scripture we find that there are several questions we cannot answer from the Biblical text. For example: how many were there? We don’t know. Where did they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    8 Words To Change Your Family: Commitment Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 5, 2011
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     | 21,221 views

    When we lose that which has always been so important to us, we end up finding that which we've been searching for all along.

    8 Words to Change Your Family: Commitment Matthew 10:37-39; Malachi 4:6 Rev. Brian Bill 6/5/11 Did you know that it’s costly to have kids? According to a report from the USDA called “Expenditures on Children by Families,” it will cost a middle-class family over $200,000 to raise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Neither Wimps Nor Wolves

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 8, 2011
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     | 3,195 views

    Christian meekness is not weakness; it is strength tempered by obedience.

    Do any of you remember the old musical Camelot, about King Arthur and the Round Table? It was popular back in the early 60's, it’s one of the reasons the Kennedy White House started being called Camelot. The reason I bring it up is because of Lancelot. Remember Lancelot? Until he and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Living As A Godly Wife Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 28, 2013
     | 8,657 views

    A godly wives beauty is seen in her inner character.

    Living As A Godly Wife Text: 1 Peter 3:1-6 Introduction 1. Illustration: All of the charms and beauty a woman may have amounts to nothing if her ambitions are self-centered. But if she reflects her creator and assumes the posture of a graceful servant, she cannot not help but command high respect ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How Is Your Love Life Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 12, 2013
     | 4,217 views

    There is too much emphasis in today's preaching about practical and earthly matters concerning earthly love. There is a much higher love life we need to cultivate.

    How is your Love Life? I John 2:15-17 Introduction Last time we met, we discussed the new commandment which was really not new, but was the one which we have had all along. Even though John did not elaborate further on what this command was, it was obvious that it was closely tied to the command ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    True Love Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 13, 2013
     | 4,486 views

    How can we be assured of our election? It is demonstrated in our love for God, then our brethren, then our neighbors, and finally to our enemies

    True Love I John 3:13-18 Introduction In the previous section, we are told that what one does defines the person. A person is not who he/she claims to be unless they can back their words with actions. If one speaks like Jesus and acts like the devil, he/she is the latter. The principal ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Defense Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Tim Burns on Mar 14, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,975 views

    Even in the midst of opposition Paul rejoiced because the Gospel was being preached.

    1) Last week we spoke of the Gospel being advanced when we go through difficulties in our lives. When the Gospel advances we advance. When Paul was able to process his problems through acceptance and surrender he was able to receive divine power and perspective. 2) This week we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Servant's Heart Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 21, 2007
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     | 7,058 views

    Part of a series in Philippians, we’re challenged here to be examples of Christ.

    (Joe Fornear) A couple of opposing candidates for county office were sitting near each other in the local diner... One turned to the other and said, "You know why I’m going to win this election? Because of my ’personal touch.’ For example, I always tip waitresses really well and then ask them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist