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  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    O Little Town Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 15,733 views

    Christmas Carol Series #3: God’s greatest Gift came: to a little town; through a humble family; as a helpless infant

    O Little Town Christmas Carol Series #3 (adapted from Michael Luke and Bob Russell) SCRIPTURE READING: Micah 5:2-5 INTRODUCTION: Christmas doesn’t fall on Sunday very often. Are we the only ones who thought, “Christmas is on Sunday!?! How can we do our Christmas Morning “thing” if we have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Wise Wife

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 26, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,610 views

    At our Christmas Eve service each year I tell a silly story which deals with an aspect of the Christmas story. This one has to do with the wisemen.

    There are lots of wisemen legends that have been perpetuated over the years. For example, it doesn’t say anywhere in the Bible that three kings visited Jesus bearing gifts. It’s just not there! First of all, they were “magi” or “wisemen” – perhaps astrology scholars – not kings – at least in the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Why The Christian Should Abstain From Alcohol And Drugs

    Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Jan 14, 2006
    based on 49 ratings
     | 15,022 views

    Sunday, March 16, 1997 is Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Sunday. It is biblical to abstain from using alcohol and drugs. Alcohol and drug abuse has reached a frightening level. Recent statistics indicate 105,000 Americans die each year in alcohol re

    Sunday, March 16, 1997 is Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention Sunday. It is biblical to abstain from using alcohol and drugs. Alcohol and drug abuse has reached a frightening level. Recent statistics indicate 105,000 Americans die each year in alcohol related deaths. It is also estimated that 18 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Woolsey avatar

    0203 Epiphany Iii: Sign And Nexus Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jan 23, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,501 views

    The turning of water into wine was a sign. It’s also a nexus of the human and the divine.

    Sermon: Sign and Nexus Text: John 2:1-11 Occasion: Epiphany III Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, January 22, 2006 Audio link: http://providencerec.com/Sound%20Files/Srmn060122WoolseyJohn02;01-011EpiphanyIIISignAndNexus.mp3 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    A Disturbing Presence

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on May 18, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,481 views

    Jesus’ presence often causes as much disturbance as peace.

    A Disturbing Presence Luke 8: 26-39 June 20, 2004 A pastor in a small church was greatly annoyed by one of his elderly members who fell asleep during his sermons every Sunday. After the service one day, the pastor said to the old man’s grandson who always sat with his grandfather, “If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • DAN SANTIAGO avatar

    Jesus, The True Vine

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 21,595 views

    Fruitful Christian living is a result of abiding in Christ.

    JESUS, THE TRUE VINE John 15:1-8 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION United Parcel Service takes pride in the productivity of its delivery men and women. On average, a UPS driver delivers four hundred packages every working day. The company gets such high ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ben Randall avatar

    Life

    Contributed by Ben Randall on Feb 4, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,846 views

    God is both pro-life and pro-choice.

    L I F E Sanctity of Life Sunday Psalms 139 I. Psalms 139 tells us that we were known by God before we were formed, and our forming came by the hand of God. - And that process began in the womb. - Today, our world is divided over this issue. – I believe that the issue that divides us is not the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    Introduction Continued - The Spirit’s Energizing Of The Existence. Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 12, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,868 views

    The real source of energy behind the universe.

    Intro: 1. The scientists were all excited about what is called "dark energy" but lately articles have brought the idea into doubt. One such article notes: "It was only a few years ago that astronomers shook up current models of the Universe with the theory of dark energy; which says ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Still Heals Today

    Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Feb 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,156 views

    The Word tell us that Jesus is the healer. A sermon about how to receive healing.

    Jesus still heals today James 5:13-5:18 The morning message concludes we want those who have need of prayer for sickness to gather on the chancel steps to pray with those who come forward from the congregation. Specific needs are shared, and as the people kneel, someone will lay hands on them and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Parable Of The Kings Sons Wedding Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Feb 4, 2010
     | 8,650 views

    "For many are called, but few are chosen." Does this verse make you a little nervous?

    Parable of the King’s Son’s Wedding Want to read you a verse and then ask you a question  Matt 22:14 "For many are called, but few are chosen."  Does this verse make you a little nervous? Why is that?  Want to look at this section of scripture to see if there is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Ken Pell avatar

    A Lesson From The Potato Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,928 views

    A basic approach to life for the Christian should be celebration of the presence of Christ.

    A LESSON FROM THE POTATO Matthew 9:14-17 Sermon Objective: A basic approach to life for the Christian should be celebration of the presence of Christ and that, like him – we should too, be everywhere spreading his love. Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 51:11-12; Luke 19:35-40; 2 Corinthians 5:16-18; ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Gordon Curley avatar

    His Name Is...teacher Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 7, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,098 views

    Jesus the Teacher. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: He knew the value of teaching He spoke plainly He spoke appropriately He never avoided controversy His material was practical Ill: • Did you hear the story about the teacher; • Who was helping one of her nursery pupils put on his boots? • She pulled while he pushed and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Pat Cook avatar

    God’s Power Through God’s People #4: The Crippled Beggar Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011
     | 8,368 views

    A series of character sketches in the book of Acts - the crippled beggar of Acts 3.

    Acts 3:1-10 – God’s Power Through God’s People #4: The Crippled Beggar Today we are continuing our series through the book of Acts. Today’s message would have been appropriate last week for Thanksgiving, but it suits fine today too. Today we are looking at a story of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    And America Thinks The Energizer Bunny Is Something! Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011
     | 4,415 views

    God is the real source of all energy.

    Intro: THE REAL SOURCE OF ENERGY! 1. The scientists were all excited about what is called "dark engergy" but lately articles have brought the idea into doubt. One such article notes: "It was only a few years ago that astronomers shook up current models of the Universe with the theory of dark ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fitting In

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 13, 2011
     | 7,374 views

    comedian Lenny Bruce gives our Christian psychology a metaphorical cattle prod shock when he said, “Every day people are straying away from the church and going back to God.’” I suspect it has a lot to do with fitting in.

    “Fitting In” John 17:11-19 I read the prologue to a story called Girl in the Middle. The girl is Kim Satinsky who is in eighth grade. She says, “You would think that being in a clique is fun but take my word for it: It’s not. They make me wear expensive things when I’m not really rich and tell me ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army