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  • Chris Talton avatar

    Chiseling Away At God

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002
    based on 165 ratings
     | 11,865 views

    For most people, their image of God is too small. A proper view of God controls your obedience, your faith and your peace.

    June 4, 2000 Exodus 20:4-6 “Chiseling away at God” INTRODUCTION Every time that I go into Wal-Mart, I am reminded that there is a major group of American soldiers that does not yet have a memorial in Washington, DC. This group is composed of the men and women who served our country so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Bam-Bam's Parents

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,118 views

    Imagine the job of being Samson’s parents. But his parents were successful. This sermon examines what classifies parents as successful.

    February 4, 2001 Judges 13 ¡§Being Bam-bam¡¦s parents¡¨ INTRODUCTION Radio personality Paul Harvey tells the story of how Eskimos kill wolves. First, the Eskimo coats his knife blade with animal blood and allows it to freeze. Then he adds another layer of blood, and another, until the blade ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Keeps Going...and Going...and Going

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 29, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,364 views

    The purpose of this sermon was to motivate people to endure and persist whatever the obstacle they might be facing.

    January 27, 2002 Heb. 11:27,28 ¡§It keeps going¡Kand going¡Kand going¡K¡¨ INTRODUCTION Have you ever felt like quitting? Last Sunday, I watched more football than I have seen probably since I was in high school. After we got home from church, I turned on the game between the St. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From The Parade To Being Betrayed Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 27, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 9,262 views

    Jesus went from being praised on Sunday to being betrayed by Friday.

    From the Parade to Being Betrayed! Thesis: Jesus went from being praised on Sunday to being betrayed by Friday. Texts: Luke 19:28-47 28After Jesus had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. 29As he approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, he sent two ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Is Your Wife Married To A Man Or A Manikin Series

    Contributed by Michael Quicke on Mar 27, 2002
    based on 75 ratings
     | 8,872 views

    A real man HANGS OUT with SAVED friends. A man HUGS his wife lots. A man is HAPPY with his STUFF. He HOLDS his wife till "death-do-us-part."

    The title today is a question every husband must answer: "IS YOUR WIFE MARRIED TO A MAN OR A MANIKIN? This “Dear Ann Landers” letter appeared in the newspaper from a wife: “My husband doesn’t talk to me. He just sits there night after night, reading the newspaper or looking at T.V. When I ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Genuine Joy

    Contributed by Cedric Portis on Oct 1, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 9,976 views

    Genuine Joy comes from Jesus Christ.

    Genuine Joy 15 John 11 “These things have I spoken unto you, that My joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full” In a world that is shadowed with despair, disappointment, in a world that has grief all around; this world stands in need of some genuine joy. Genuine Joy, every human ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Taking Aim

    Contributed by John Covell on Oct 17, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,427 views

    God is more concerned about where you aim, than where you land.

    How many of you have ever watched someone do something really well and wished you could do it too? As followers of Christ, just like we sometimes fantasize about being great athletes or performers, sometimes we see what appears to be deeper levels of spiritual commitment and dedication in other ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Final Words Of A Family Man Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 2, 2003
    based on 138 ratings
     | 19,665 views

    “When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom He loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, ‘Dear woman, here is your son,’ and to the disciple, ‘Here is your mother.’” In the midst of His pain and recognizing that He is about to die for the

    Final Words of a Family Man In the days before expectant fathers were allowed in the delivery room, four dads-to-be gathered in a Minneapolis hospital waiting room while their wives were in labor. The nurse arrived and announced to the first man, “Congratulations, sir. You’re the father of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Word Of Triumph Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 2, 2003
    based on 171 ratings
     | 25,108 views

    “When He had received the drink, Jesus said, ‘It is finished.’” This cry from the Cross is a shout of victory! Jesus fully paid the price for our sins, stamping "paid in full" across the ledger sheet of our lives. Since Jesus paid it all, we don’t have to

    The Word of Triumph Do you ever feel like your life is littered with half-completed projects? Even though I value being able to complete what I start, my days are often filled with unfinished business. From my childhood tree fort that had only one wall, to receiving an “Incomplete” in my college ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus--The Rejected Lover Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 9, 2003
    based on 185 ratings
     | 26,963 views

    Jesus’ love is fearless and protective, as a hen gathers her chicks. He wants us to seek His love and we have the power to choose–if we are willing.

    Jesus–The Rejected Lover Luke 13:31-35 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Have you ever had your love rejected? Her name was Sandra Moody and I first met her in the third grade. I thought she was the most beautiful girl on earth. I can remember thinking, “When I stop hating girls, she is going to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    The Scope Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003
    based on 226 ratings
     | 32,720 views

    Many people consider it the greatest short story ever written because it speaks so truthfully to the human condition. It’s really the story of a father with two sons. One sinned when he left ­ the other sinned while staying home. We’re going to look at

    The Scope of Grace Since most of you are familiar with the story of the Prodigal Son, I thought I would read a different version of it ­ it’s called the “Prodigal Son in the Key of F.” Feeling footloose and frisky, a feather-brained fellow forced his father to fork over his farthings. Fast he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Leading Others Upwards Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 8,881 views

    Leaders have an obligation to instruct others and not cause people to stumble. This is only possible when we stand in awe of God’s name.

    Leading Others Upward There are some things that only a mom can teach… My mother taught me about anticipation: “Just wait until your father gets home!” My mother taught me about medical science: “If you don’t stop crossing your eyes, they’re going to stay that way.” My mother taught me about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Taming The Tongue Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 16, 2003
    based on 479 ratings
     | 87,361 views

    our words have the same power -- they can bring joy or cause despair. Proverbs 18:21 puts it this way: “The tongue has the power of life and death...”

    Taming the Tongue Several years ago, Beth and I went to someone’s house for a party. After we were done eating, a group of adults starting playing volleyball while the kids had a scavenger hunt. After their hunt, the kids divided into 3 different groups. Each group picked up a bed sheet and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    How To Pray The Lord's Way Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 20, 2003
    based on 148 ratings
     | 95,315 views

    Prayer is the key ingredient in having a home that honors God ­ for husbands, wives, fathers, mothers, and children. Prayer is also one of our six stated purposes as a church. We must learn to pray the Lord’s way in order to pray effectively.

    How to Pray the Lord’s Way It makes sense to begin a study on prayer after concluding our “Heaven Help the Home” series. Prayer is the key ingredient in having a home that honors God ­ for husbands, wives, fathers, mothers, and children. Prayer is also one of our six stated purposes as a church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Steps To Spiritual Renewal Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 46,437 views

    The first myth is that the Bible is too confusing to read. In verses 1-8, we’ll see that the Bible, instead of being confusing, is actually a book that you and I can comprehend ­ You can understand it!

    Steps to Spiritual Renewal I received an email this week from Janelle Becker, one of our missionaries serving in the Philippines. She’s been there for about 10 weeks and is learning the language and beginning to understand the culture. In her email, she forwarded what her co-worker wrote about a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist