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  • Tom Fuller avatar

    What Do You Really Think Of Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 12, 2012
     | 4,449 views

    So what do you think of Jesus? You've heard about Him from the culture and even from the church but is that really Jesus? Some people are afraid of sharing their faith knowing the possible rejection they'll receive - so is it worth it?

    Isn’t it great to go home? You get to see family and old friends—visit old haunts and places you played as a child. Well, not everyone likes going home. For some, memories of the past are bleak and painful. For others, it isn’t the past only but the present which brings pain and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Dad...how Are You Equipping Your Children?

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 13, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,920 views

    An examination of the call upon a Father’s life.

    1 Chronicles 25 David and the army commanders then appointed men from the families of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to proclaim God’s messages to the accompaniment of harps, lyres, and cymbals. Here is a list of their names and their work: [2] From the sons of Asaph, there were Zaccur, Joseph, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Yarbrough avatar

    "Pride: It'll Get You When You Least Expect It”

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Nov 5, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,141 views

    Pride has caused the fall of many people, nations and churches. Sometimes it sneaks up on you before you see it coming.

    Eccl 10:1 As dead flies give perfume a bad smell, so a little folly outweighs wisdom and honor. Intro: A young woman asked for an appointment with her pastor to talk with him about a besetting sin about which she was worried. When she saw him, she said, "Pastor, I have become aware of a sin in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    It's Not Just How You Start, It's Also How You Finish Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 15, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 25,634 views

    Whether our story of starting our life with God is dramatic or ordinary, what truly counts is finishing.

    [Note:  This sermon was preceded by a testimony of a person who had been an atheist and substance abuser who came to Christ through our church].   Isn’t it exciting to hear how God has changed Kevin’s life? But even as we rejoice, I know what some of you are thinking. Some of you are thinking, "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James May avatar

    You Can't Reach Home Until You Leave First Base

    Contributed by James May on Sep 10, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,614 views

    God has a game plan for your life, but it’s up to you to choose to Love and serve Him and see that plan fulfilled.

    You Can’t Reach Home Until You Leave First Base By Pastor Jim May Genesis 1:1 tells us that in the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. For 5 literal days He undertook the creation of something out of nothing, turning darkness into light, separating land from the water of the seas, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Dykes avatar

    God Won’t Put More On You Than You Can Bear Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 11, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 65,506 views

    This misquote is usually spoken out of kindness, but it can cause great confusion and guilt. God WILL sometimes allow you to suffer more than you can bear--but that’s okay, because His grace is sufficient!

    INTRODUCTION The phrase “God helps those who help themselves” is often uttered with a harsh tone of condescension, but not so with the statement, “God won’t put more on you than you can bear.”1 These words are usually spoken out of deep concern and compassion. There is no criticism implied in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel DeVilder avatar

    How To Stick With God's Work When You Think You Can't Series

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,660 views

    Key Point: Draw On God to help Us Press on with His Work—no Matter What the Challenge.

    How to Stick with God’s Work When You Think You Can’t New Tribe (in danger of being expelled by Chavez) Haven vs. Reality: Evangelistic Training is easier than doing it What kind of opposition do YOU face from the OUTSIDE that might discourage you? Raising Kids Overhearing conversations at work ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Levi Wright avatar

    How Saved Are You When You're Going Through A Major Crisis Series

    Contributed by Levi Wright on Feb 27, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 17,338 views

    How saved believer should respond to a major crisis in their lives and the church.

    Banner of Praises Ministries Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder February 11, 2007 "How Saved Are You.... When You’re Going Through A Major Crisis?” 2 Chronicles 7:12-15: "And the Lord appeared to Solomon by night and said unto him, I have heard your prayer, and have chosen this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bradford Robinson avatar

    You Did It, Good! But, Why Did You Do It?

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jul 22, 2003
    based on 113 ratings
     | 11,814 views

    This sermon looks at how many have selfish reasons for following Jesus. The premise is that many say that they love Jesus, when in reality they don’t love Him per say but really only for what He gives them.

    Maybe you were one of the millions who were glued a few months back to their television sets to watch the final episode of the Fox reality show, “Joe Millionaire”? The premise of the show was that they would take an ordinary guy making a working man’s salary, clean him up, put him up in a castle ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • William Nieporte avatar

    When You Talk To Yourself What Do You Say And Is Anybody Listening?

    Contributed by William Nieporte on Sep 6, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,707 views

    Addresses the problem of unbiblical self-talk and how to speak the truth of grace to your mind.

    When You Talk To Yourself, What Do You Say? And Is Anybody Listening? Romans 5:1-11 Introduction: “Since you have been justified…” That’s Paul’s way of addressing Christians—people who have placed their faith in the redemptive work of Christ at the Cross and in the Resurrection. “Since you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tommy Ellis avatar

    If You Want Special Orders You Must First Obey Standing Orders

    Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 10, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,597 views

    Sermon describes author’s spiritual journey to demonstrate that although God leads us in His ways, most often we do His work by simply saying "Yes," to ministry opportunities.

    IF YOU WANT SPECIAL ORDERS YOU MUST FIRST OBEY STANDING ORDERS GOD is preparing to use each of us to reach the this unit. Chaplains can only do so much. However, you are here 24 hours a day–seven days a week. The Almighty has called you to minister right here–right now! We know that revival ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    The Lord Will Not Leave You Nor Forsake You - 7 Foundations For Our Faith A

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 23, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 27,638 views

    This sermon is about the wonderful promise of the Lord . It reveals the various circumstances in which this promise is applicable namely 1. CONNECTION 2. COURAGE 3. CONFIRMATION 4. COMPLETION 5. COVENANT 6. COMMANDMENTS 7. CONTRITION

    THE LORD WILL NOT LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU - 7 FOUNDATIONS FOR OUR FAITH AND CONFIDENCE OUTLINE 1. CONNECTION 2. COURAGE 3. CONFIRMATION 4. COMPLETION 5. COVENANT 6. COMMANDMENTS 7. CONTRITION THE MESSAGE THE LORD WILL NOT LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU 1. CONNECTION The Lord will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Forgiveness: If You Don't Give It...you Don't Get It Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,328 views

    Love keeps no records of wrongs.

    WARNING: This Sermon Contains Material That May Overcome Offense Series Based on John Benere’s book, The Bait of Satan Forgiveness: If You Don’t Give It...You Don’t Get It Oct. 28, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A B The paragraph is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Matthew 5 - Part 20 - You Think You’re So Perfect! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 10, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,715 views

    Jesus says "Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect" (Matthew 5:48). What is that supposed to mean? Like, that’s impossible, right?

    Matthew 5 - Part 19 - YOU THINK YOU’RE SO PERFECT! Jesus says "Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect" (Matthew 5:48). What is that supposed to mean? Like, that’s impossible, right? In fact there are a number of contradictions in this section of the Bible, until you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Matt Hoffmann avatar

    Go As Far As You Can See, And See What You Can From There

    Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,813 views

    In Acts 11:1-18, we begin to see the legacy of faith and risk-taking for the sake of the Gospel that included us in the promises of Christ

    Acts 11:1-18 It all started when they saw Jesus for the last time. His last words to them, “And you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and all Judea, and Samaria, and to the very ends of the earth.” Peter was among those who heard these words, and believed them. I’m sure, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran