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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    Pentecost

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 16, 2013
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    The sermon describes what provoked Pentecost and the purpose of Pentecost which is to fill us, prepare us, and to pour out on us.

    Pentecost Acts 2:1-21 When is Pentecost? A. Pentecost is the 50th day after the Sabbath of Passover week (Lev 23:15-16), What is Pentecost? A. The word derives from the Greek for "the 50th day." It was the Jewish Feast of Weeks (Exod 34:22; Deut ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Never Quit"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 13, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,599 views

    Five things to do when trials come

    “Never Quit” February 17, 2013 1 Samuel 30:1-6 “On the third day David and his men arrived in Ziklag. The Amalekites had attacked the people of the Negev Desert. They had also attacked Ziklag and burned it. They had captured the women and everyone else who was in Ziklag. They had ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow

    Contributed by Paul Sterrett on Mar 13, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,577 views

    What is the Godly approach to take in our attitude towards what the future holds for us?

    DON’T STOP THINKING ABOUT TOMORROW James 4:13-17 INTRODUCTION When I started preparing my preaching calendar for May, I realized that on May 20, I had a problem…This was the day we wanted to honor our high school seniors, recognizing them for their accomplishments and encouraging them ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Remain Here Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,729 views

    This series looks at various truths and principles that can be found in the story leading up to the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Gethsemane to Golgotha Pt1- Remain Here Introduction Series- Easter- NAME OF SERIES- Mat 26-28. Significance of the story of the crucifixion/resurrection takes us beyond human intellect to a place of faith. It makes no sense in- natural- someone die- so I live. Principle built into- fabric of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    A Messiah's Ride Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 14, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,798 views

    Jesus made final preparation to fulfill His mission and so we should do likewise.

    A Messiah's Ride Text: Matt. 21:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: A minister waited in line to have his car filled with gas just before a long holiday weekend. The attendant worked quickly, but there were many cars ahead of him in front of the service station. Finally, the attendant motioned him ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Concerns From The Cross-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 19, 2011
     | 2,727 views

    2 of 2. As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced concerns of great significance. At the juncture of life & death, our greatest concerns are prioritized. What are significant concerns for Jesus? 6 Significant Concerns of Jesus from the Cross.

    CONCERNS From The CROSS-II Mat. 27:33-54; Mk. 15:21-39; Lk. 23:33-49; Jn. 19:17-30 MATTERS of GREATEST SIGNIFICANCE Significant Concerns of Jesus As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced particularly important concerns. At the juncture of life & death, matters of greatest significance become our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Ready For The Lord's Return

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 20, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 20,241 views

    Last Judgment (A) - Mankind needs to be ready for the Lord's return on the Last Day. Those dwelling in darkness face destruction. Those living in light have deliverance.

    BE READY FOR THE LORD’S RETURN (Outline) November 7, 2010 - Last Judgment - 1 THESSALONIANS 5:1-11 INTRO: Are you ready? How often do you hear or say these words each day? Every day we get ready for one thing or another. We wake up and get ready to greet the day. We get ready ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ready And Waiting For Jesus

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,219 views

    This parable challenges us to make sure we are prepared at all times to meet God. Whether via the Second Coming or at our death, we need to be ready. Not a good idea to be unprepared for His coming.

    Parable of the Ten Virgins Who here likes to paint? Who here plays an instrument? Most musicians or artists have stories of awkward moments when they were performing. Funny or awkward. The funniest I remember was when I was in a Christian rock band and we were starting a performance. The show ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unexpected Guests

    Contributed by Eric Keller on Nov 24, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,914 views

    Are you prepared for Christ when he returns?

    UNEXPECTED GUESTS Matthew 24:36-44 I. VIDEO A. Video of people disappearing in the rapture. B. Not required for sermon II. INTRODUCTION: UNEXPECTED GUESTS A. Ever have an unexpected guest? B. You’re sitting down to dinner and you hear a doorbell (ring the office doorbell) C. What do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Advent: Slow Down! Sharpen Your Axe.

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 28, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,936 views

    A short talk for the start of the busy Advent season. This talk uses one of may favourite stories to encourage people to rest, stop, slow down in the midst of a busy time to rest.

    Jesus said, “Come with me … to a quiet place and get some rest” (Mark 6:31). One of my favourite stories is about the world wood chopping competition. Now the champion was a bit older than he used to be – well, who isn’t – but he was still the champion. Everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    7 Lessons From Noah’s Ark

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 5, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 59,480 views

    Although thousands of years ago, the flood/Ark have many important lessons for us tonight; we’re going to look at 7 of them.

    7 LESSONS FROM NOAH’S ARK Luke 17:26-27; Heb. 11:7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: STRENGTH IN NUMBERS 1. "How was your game, dear?" Tracy asked her husband, Jack, after he had returned from playing golf. "Well, I was hitting pretty well, but my eyesight's gotten so bad I couldn't see where the ball ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Does Eternity Matter Now? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 18, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,768 views

    To deny the reality of an eternal realm simply because we haven’t experienced it yet may be like the days of ocean travel before Columbus. They assumed they would sail off the edge of a flat world.

    Why Does Eternity Matter…Now? Series: AfterLife Brad Bailey - May 25, 2014 Intro… I can feel something beginning to happen inside my kids…yearbooks are coming out…parties… plans….summer is coming…and even though still weeks away there is a restless ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Watchful Servants Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 3, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 29,517 views

    Jesus wants us to reflect on what we want to happen when He returns and to prepare our self for it right now. If you want to be prepared for Christ’s return you must prepare yourself through faithfulness.

    LUKE 12: 35-40. [PARABLES IN LUKE] THE WATCHFUL SERVANTS [Matthew 25:1-13 / John 12:23-26] Jesus has been teaching principles for kingdom living. He is preparing them for His departure and their ministry. He would be leaving His followers but He promised to return again for them at a future ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darrin Fish avatar

    Christmas Contrast

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 3, 2015
     | 3,423 views

    God wants to take all the Herod's and turn them into shepherds and wise men. • But it can only happen if they are willing for it to happen.

    We have spent some time during this holiday season talking about how God • Choose Shepherds to be the recipients of the announcement about His Son being born. • And when we think about this from a worldly point of view it sounds ridiculous. • Why would God choose to make this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Preach The Word

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 24, 2013
     | 4,451 views

    To show that as a preacher of the WORD, we preach it because we are commanded not when it's convenient for us, we correct, rebuke and encourage with great patience and careful instruction

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you preach the WORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that as a preacher of the WORD, we preach it because we are commanded not when it's convenient for us, we correct, rebuke and encourage with great patience and careful instruction IV. TEXT: 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal