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  • Stephen Noel avatar

    Whacha Got?

    Contributed by Stephen Noel on Dec 5, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 8,313 views

    God uses the useable. Ask yourself, "What Have I that the Lord can use?" Message for the church.

    Whacha Got? 2 Kings 4:1-7 Now there cried a certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets unto Elisha, saying, Thy servant my husband is dead; and thou knowest that thy servant did fear the LORD: and the creditor is come to take unto him my two sons to be bondmen. (2) And Elisha said ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Does God Allow Suffering?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 205 ratings
     | 12,553 views

    Our heavenly Father knows what is best even when He allows us to go through dark valleys of suffering.

    Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it." Unknown. "Although the world is full of suffering, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The King’s Reception

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,695 views

    As we look at the narratives concerning the birth of Jesus we will see some interesting reactions!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE#1 • When you talk to people about Jesus, what kind of reaction do you receive? What kind of reception do people today give to Jesus? • In the NFL right now, Tim Tebow seems to be a lightning rod because of his very public display of his faith in Jesus. Mr. Tebow seems to upset ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Collision Of Life And Truth

    Contributed by Monty Mora on Dec 7, 2011
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     | 3,704 views

    The Parable of the Prodigal Son brings people to place where, “Their life and His truth collide”.

    Title: The Collision of Life and Truth Text: Luke 15:1-31 Theme: The Parable of the Prodigal Son Introduction A Parable is a short story that conveys a moral truth in a person’s life. Every parable (1) sketches a setting, (2) describes an action & (3) shows a result. Most parables contain ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The "X" Factor!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 20, 2012
     | 5,582 views

    To focus on the main reason behind receiving or not receiving anointing to do the Master’s work successfully!!!

    THE ‘X’ FACTOR!!! But the king replied to Araunah, "No, I insist on paying you for it. I will not sacrifice to the LORD my God burnt offerings that cost me NOTHING. " So David bought the threshing floor and the oxen and paid fifty shekels of ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    New Jerusalem

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,522 views

    What blessings and hopes for mankind are unfolded by the descent of this city of God!

    Title: NEW JERUSALEM Text: Revelation 21:2-7, "2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Be Willing To Give Him The Boat

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 21, 2013
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     | 3,190 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you the owner of the boat? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that if we give our lives to the LORD GOD we can accomplish things for His Glory faster. IV. TEXT: John 6:21 (Amplified Bible) The

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you the owner of the boat? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that if we give our lives to the LORD GOD we can accomplish things for His Glory faster. IV. TEXT: John 6:21 (Amplified Bible) Then they were quite willing and glad for Him to come into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christ Likeness Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 15, 2014
     | 6,780 views

    Part three of living for Christ and that is being Christ like. How can we be like minded and one purpose in Christ?

    Christ-likeness Philippians 2:1-11 Some ideas of this sermon were gleaned from other SermonCentral sermons. We have been in a study of “living for Christ.” Some of the main points so far are; That as believers we are to be in Christ, connected to Christ Christ dwells within us, ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Living In God's Providence ... In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Jul 25, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,464 views

    THe Lord's prayer... seen through the lense of the Spirit!

    Concordia Lutheran Church - Pentecost 9 July 25, 2010 Living In God’s Providence… Luke 11:1-13 † IN HIS NAME, JESUS, SON AND SAVIOR † Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, as we grasp the invitation to place everything that burdens us into our Father in Heaven’s care, may we ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Admit You Are A Sinner Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 20, 2011
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     | 9,736 views

    While sin is an act, much like to drink or to drug; sinning is a state of being, just like being an alcoholic or being a drug addict. Therefore, if one wants to be rehabilitated from the state of being a sinner, then one needs a 12 step program to support

    Sunday, July 6, 2008 “Admit you are a Sinner” Text: I John 1: 8 – 10 We embark on our Summer Sizzler series with an ambitious theme: “12 steps in nine weeks: breaking your addiction to sin.” Many of us will quickly recognize the 12 step program idea that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Disciples

    Contributed by Carl Greene on Feb 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,751 views

    There is often a misconception of the first disciples. Many are lead to believe they didn’t have anything to loose by following Jesus. Quite the opposite is true. These were successful businessmen,likely well educated and of fairly prominent social posi

    If you ever have, or every thought of opening your own business, you know there must be a plan. And you probably discovered what most entrepreneurs know … starting a business requires some help… and almost always, its from their friends. (SLIDE) How many remember when the Beatles sang “With a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Steve Smith avatar

    Are You Robbing God Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Apr 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,617 views

    The principle of tithing shows our trust of God. It shows if He (in your mind) is big enough to handle your life. His promise is that He will not only take care of us but that He will fill the barns with blessing - if we trust Him!

    INTRODUCTION A. Why Now? 1. Began a Series “How do we Accomplish the Vision” a. “Whether on Temple and even More So if on Bullsboro” b. Part I – Last week was the importance of the Journey in that “We Must Offer God Our Best” from the example of Mary. We considered the statement, “God does not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Cale avatar

    12 Keys To Abundant Living - 4 Questions Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 176 ratings
     | 41,144 views

    The first in the series looks the questions: Who am I? What am I? Where am I? What do I really want? What God has made us to be is a foundational principle in abundant living.

    Fresh Start 12 Secrets for Abundant Living You know God uses the funniest things sometimes to challenge my heart with a message. The latest of these was a computer game my daughter got for Christmas called Roller Coaster Tycoon. In it you build a roller coaster park and try to make a profit. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Apocalyptic Derby

    Contributed by John Putty on Apr 5, 2011
     | 3,529 views

    Deals with the end times

    Title: The Apocalyptic Derby! Text: Matthew 24:3 And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world? Matthew 24:32 Now learn a parable of the fig tree; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dag Heward-Mills avatar

    5 Reasons Why People Avoid Leadership Responsibilities Series

    Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,229 views

    Leadership is very important and if you are called into ministry, you have been called into leadership. As a leaders you need to inspire people, find solutions for problems, be a thinker and make your followers love you! However some of our greatest lead

    Decide to Become One of the Few Good Leaders in This World If you believe that you are called to the ministry, then you are called to leadership. That is why this sermon is very important for your life. So that you will be a good leader for the Lord Jesus Christ. Paul wrote to Timothy and told ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational