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  • Joel Smith avatar

    Lessons Learned From The Village Atheist

    Contributed by Joel Smith on May 25, 2015
     | 5,008 views

    Atheism has its reasons. This sermon examines the circumstances which contribute to the illogical choice for atheism.

    Lessons Learned from the Village Atheist (Open with image of Christopher Hitchens) Can you identify the man on the screen? This is the famous or infamous Christopher Hitchens. He died on December 15th of last year. Hitchens was a gifted writer who notably transitioned from early Marxist ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trampling The Winepress

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 24, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,441 views

    The authority God has given Jesus Christ to literally (and physically) judge and punish those who turn away from the Father now begins to show. Jesus is no longer the sacrificial lamb, but acts in righteousness with unmerciful authority.

    Trampling the Winepress Revelation, Part 23, Revelation 14:17-20 Introduction - On His head is golden crown: signifying royalty and authority - In His hand: a Sickle which has only one use: to harvest -- Think of Jesus stepping to the edge of Heaven to reap what is His! - An angel ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    The Believers Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 30, 2002
    based on 189 ratings
     | 19,293 views

    No believer is prepared for spiritual warfare who does not understand their position of righteousness through their identification with Jesus Christ.

    Righteousness is imperative to spiritual warfare Righteousness is represented by the breastplate because the breastplate covers the vital organs of the body, (Thus righteousness protects the soul and the conscience of the Christian. If Satan can strip the child of God of his sense of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Responsible Citizenship

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,508 views

    RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.

    RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.: Examine diff. viewpoints regarding the separation of church and state Issue: the obligation of believers to God's kingdom vs. our obligation to the state Specific issue here ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    The Watchful Servants

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018
     | 12,913 views

    You need the real meat that is the Holy word of God so you can discern the times and see how near the Masters coming is. You are not to fall into idleness or be defeated by being beaten down by this world of distraction. WATCH!

    The Parable of the Watchful Servants Luke 12:35-48 Message: God’s plan to redeem the world to Himself involved the birth, life, death and resurrection of His son Jesus Christ. Jesus remains the key figure in God’s plan but many have dismissed Jesus imminent return and have allowed their hearts ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    The Responsibilities Of A Christian Citizen

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 6, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,538 views

    Public Servant Appreciation Service - Examines the responsibilities of Christian citizens, especially to those in authority.

    PUBLIC SERVANT APPRECIATION SERVICE 2004 The past 8 weeks have been somewhat trying for those of us here in Florida. During that time we have been hit by no less than 4 hurricanes. It has gotten so bad that I can tell you the number for the Weather Channel on our TV, and have even formed an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Neil Olcott avatar

    Choose To Worship Series

    Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,203 views

    Today I want us to understand that worship will not happen unless we make the conscious choice to be worshippers!

    Intentional Worship – Sermon Title: Choose to Worship September 20th, 2009 Main Idea: The only way you and I will ever be able to worship is if we make the decision to do so. Issues: Difference between an attender and a worshipper. Intro: Nothing in life just happens by default. Even doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Guidelines From The Great Commission

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 15, 2003
    based on 57 ratings
     | 7,309 views

    You have complete authority that is necessary for completing His great commission in the word of God. Help people to utilize the authority of the scriptures in all aspects of their personal lives, relationships and ministries. Do not hesitate to make disc

    Guidelines From the Great Commission (Matt 28:16-20) Most Christians are content to be spectators instead of becoming obedient disciple-makers. True blessings, power and fulfillment is found in being a multiplying disciple-maker. Let us see how we can think, do and become what the Lord’s will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    You Have A Date.

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,455 views

    This sermon deals with being prepared for the second coming of Jesus Christ.

    You’ve Got A Date 12/5/99 Eccl. 11-9-12:14 2 Corinthians 5:8-12 When someone asks you for a date, there are usually three things you have to consider. First, do I want to be with this person. Second, do I want to do what this person wants to do. Third can I get prepared in time to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brent Zastrow avatar

    Recipe For Renewal Right Here In River City

    Contributed by Brent Zastrow on Jul 5, 2001
    based on 36 ratings
     | 2,668 views

    What better way to celebrate our nation’s birthday than by preparing for a renewal

    RECIPIE FOR RENEWAL IN SAYBROOK I. REUNION II. REVIVAL III. REBIRTH I’m sure many of you have seen the musical either at the schools or on TV, the Music Man. So you remember that scene where the “professor”, pointing to the Pool Hall tells the citizens, you’ve got trouble right here in river ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Imitation Of Apostles-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,096 views

    Timothy’s imitation of Paul was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Imitation of godly people is pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment. Why? Pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment is Adherence to Authority’s...

    OVERCOMING a HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT-I—2Timothy 3:10-17 A—IMITATION of APOSTLES(3:10-14) B—KNOWLEDGE of SCRIPTURES(3:15-17) A—IMITATION of APOSTLES-I-(3:10-14) Timothy’s imitation of Paul was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Imitation of godly people is pivotal to our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "What Is Revival?"

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,963 views

    A sermon on the subject of revival designed to prepare the church for an upcoming revival meeting.

    What is revival? This is a good question for us to ask in light of our upcoming revival meeting. Some say that a revival is exactly that: a meeting, one that we have in either the Spring or the Fall. Some are scheduled for a weekend, some for half a week, or, though it is rare nowadays, an entire ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jack Pladdys avatar

    Staying Committed

    Contributed by Jack Pladdys on Mar 23, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,237 views

    Right commitment brings right choices which make right people who are blessed abundantly.

    I. Who is Committed? A. Show of hands… 1. How many of you like being friends with committed people? a. Giving your time and effort to a cause or person. 2. How many of you have people in your life that you wish would be more committed? 3. How many of you think you are a committed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Gary Smith avatar

    "The Raising Of Lazarus"

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Apr 6, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 29,624 views

    The message deals with the Power & Authority of Jesus over physical death as well as spiritual death.

    This Sermon Was Prepared For Lexington Church Of God for use Sunday Night April 7th, 2002 “The Raising Of Lazarus” TEXT: John 11: 1-15 (NKJV) INTRODUCTION: A. I believe that there is more to this story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead than most realize. For this ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,758 views

    We are called by God’s Word to be good citizens for God has placed those in authority over us!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: September 21, 2007 Date Preached: September 23, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship! Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:13-17 13 Therefore submit yourselves to every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist