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  • Andy Barnard avatar

    Let Us Pray

    Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008
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     | 5,393 views

    Is there a Christian who is content with their prayer life. We all need encouragement to pray more.

    I want to encourage everyone to pray 1. Definition of prayer and of intercession a) Oxford i) to pray is to “ask earnestly” ii) intercede: “to plead with person for someone else” 2. Why it is important to pray a) Because Jesus prayed b) Mat 14:23 After he had sent them away, he went by himself ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Magnify The Lord

    Contributed by Doane Brubaker on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,789 views

    Three qualities in Mary’s life that pleased God.

    Magnify The Lord Luke 1:26-55 We are often Inspired and motivated by great people. But we value different kinds of greatness. • Talent (artistic, athletic, intellectual) • Achievement; success • Character • Courage • Faith It is my hope today that we will gain inspiration from the one of whom it ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    What Does The Cross Mean To You?

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 16, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 20,763 views

    This message was given to a four church community service on Good Friday.

    What does the cross mean to you? Luke 23:32-43 Disclaimer: This sermon came from ideas from Sermon Central and my own private study of the Word. Introduction- Walk quickly through the holy week events. What is the most common religious ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Relentless: Playing To Win

    Contributed by N A on Dec 25, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,143 views

    Michael Jordan said: “I play to win. And I will not let anything get in the way of me and my competitive enthusiasm to win.” How does this philosophy apply to our Christian lives?

    RELENTLESS - PLAYING TO WIN (Consumed Youth Conference in Courtenay, BC) INTRO TO SPEAKER: Director of the Revolution Master’s Commission, youth pastor for the past 14 years, married with 4 children. ILLUSTRATION: How many of you have heard of Michael Jordan? · He led his team to 6 NBA ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Don't Be Afraid

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 5, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,105 views

    When Christ calls us to the impossible, we are challenged to face our fears.

    Don’t Be Afraid / Luke 5: 1 - 11 Intro: During the summer months when I was in college, I worked in the office of Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Company. Because I was an intern, I had to work what they called the “swing shift.” That meant you work 2 week rotations of 7 to 3, 3 to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Run The Race

    Contributed by Andrew Gamblin on Sep 26, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 18,361 views

    Compares the life of a runner to the life of a Christian.

    How many of you have ever watched the olympics on tv? Isn’t it amazing how fast those people are? There is this one guy from the country of Morrocco that ran a mile in 3 minutes and 43 seconds. I think the fastest I ever ran a mile was like 16 minutes and that’s because the coach stopped counting ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Funeral-Paul's Farewell Message

    Contributed by Anthony Craver on May 18, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 50,370 views

    In this text, Paul gives us great insight into death as well as great comfort for grieving families.

    Paul’s Farewell Message 2 Tim 4:6-8 For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure is at hand. 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Four Factors That Promote Genuine Holiness #1 Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 11, 2006
    based on 84 ratings
     | 14,620 views

    Series No. 1: Because we are redeemed children of God, we are to live holy lives.

    LIVE HOLY LIVES Four Factors that Promote Genuine Holiness 1 Peter 1:13-25 Late one evening an interesting conversation took place in a college dormitory room. One student posed the question, "What do you want to be?" Several different responses were thrown out by various students. Some thought it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worship - More Than A Song Series

    Contributed by Will Norman on Mar 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,399 views

    Defining worship in its holistic form.

    Start with a question - "What is worship? (get some answers from students) Rick Warren, in "The Purpose Driven Life" defines worship as "bringing pleasure to God." In other words anything that you do that brings pleasure to God is, or can be worship. So now the question becomes, "what makes God ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Be Joyful In Suffering Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 10, 2011
     | 5,666 views

    During this series we will be looking at Paul

    Philippians Pt2- Be Joyful in Suffering (some thoughts taken from a sermon by Craig Groeschel on Joy) Introduction/Review Continue with our 2nd part- in series on Philippians. Paul- founded- church- 10 years prior to this letter. Philippi-Roman colony-Macedonia, NE corner- Greece. Philippians- ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Building Phase

    Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on Nov 25, 2006
     | 2,218 views

    what goes into the building phase of a family, build strong families to produce strong churches

    Intro: What goes into the building phase? Text. Heb. 11: 7 / Ge. 16: 1 2 approaches to building proactive OR reactive Examine 3 truths concerning families Ill: Great Truths from Small Children When your mom is mad at your dad, don’t let her brush your hair. If your sister hits you, don’t hit ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Gospel Is Narrow, Part 5 Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 6,344 views

    Open Doors The Gospel is Narrow, part 5

    Open Doors The Gospel is Narrow, part 5 Luke 13:22-30 October 27, 2013 As we started this series, I said that we have no control over when we die but we have lots of control over what we do with the days God has given us. So the psalmist prayed, 'teach us to number our days that we may get a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Much Does It Cost To Be A Christian?

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 7, 2013
     | 8,499 views

    Being a Christian is not a casual experience. Daily, we need to renounce our old life, dedicate ourselves anew to serve Jesus Christ, and live in such a way as to imitate the life of Jesus in ourselves.

    HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BE A CHRISTIAN? (Remake of Feb. 10, 1991 Sermon at Lord’s Cove for Dorn Ridge April 29, 2012) Mark 8:34-38 INTRODUCTION: 1.) A common question asked today is “How much does it cost?” A.) More than ever, there is a price consciousness. aa.) There is a popularity of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Can We Determine God's Will For Our Lives? Series

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 30, 2015
     | 5,702 views

    The purpose of this message is to inform the listener that finding God's purpose in life is a process of discipleship and decision making.

    The Junior Bible Quiz Sermon Series How Can We Determine God's Will for Our Lives? Proverbs 3:5,6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. The purpose of this message is to inform the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Successful Christian Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Nicky Evans on Nov 26, 2011
     | 3,532 views

    Matthew 7:24 says 'Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock'. In this series we will go through those teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount and see how to be that wise bu

    Success! This is what success looks like! Here we have some pictures of some of the most successful people on the planet taken just at the point of achievement. Look at them, tell me, what do you see? How would you describe these people? Happy Ecstatic Elated Over the moon On cloud 9 Success! No ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist