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  • Dana Chau avatar

    The Attitudes Of Worship

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 29, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,332 views

    Learn the three most important attitudes that usher the worshipper into the presence of God

    We continue this morning with our mini-series on the topic of worship. Last Sunday, we studied Psalm 135 and saw God’s revelation for worship. God revealed Himself to us, and our healthy response is deep reverence for God. We saw that God is good in His choice and care for us, and that He is ...read more

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    Put On What? Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 6, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 9,423 views

    A sermon on Isaiah 3 about the important things to put on.

    Sermon for 5/5/2002 Isaiah 3:16 Introduction: James Gibbons- Worldly Womanhood She has her hair put up in tiers, And from her ears hang chandeliers; Her lips are painted red as blood- All badges of her "womanhood." She drapes herself in clothing tight, A sexy object to the sight; All bright, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don't Worry, Be Happy

    Contributed by Ian Biss on Oct 1, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 5,884 views

    A word of comfort to those who would worry.

    Don’t Worry Be Happy! By Ian Biss 7/15/01 Intro... Mordecai Ham emerged as an evangelist from Kentucky at the turn of the century. He had a background in business and the study of law. From the very beginning his approach was zealous and blunt. Rather than sit and talk with Christians at ...read more

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    Denomination: Grace Brethren

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    Joseph The Grand Vizier Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 16, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,691 views

    Joseph was a key figure in Egyptian history, but was he Imhotep?

    Joseph the Grand Vizier (Genesis 41) 1. The sermons and presentations in this series will be, by nature, uneven. Some weeks, more Bible less Egyptology. Other weeks vice-versa. I could solve this by speaking for two hours at a shot, thus giving us a balanced mixture. Some instinct in me tells ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Importance Of Community

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 26, 2005
     | 5,732 views

    Inaugural sermon for fall 2005 series through the book of Acts

    My colleague in ministry, Arnetta Bailey, writes of the fears that we all have when we enter into a new experience with a new group of people: ‘Can you remember what it was like to start a new job or walk into a new church?’ she writes. ‘Perhaps you scanned the room for a friendly face. Was there ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Empire Strikes Back Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Mar 27, 2008
     | 4,009 views

    Exposition of Acts 12:1-17 regarding the attack of Herod on the church and the churches response to persecution

    Text: Acts 12:1-17, Title: The Empire Strikes Back, Date/Place: NRBC, 3/30/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Ignatius Kung was ordained as a Bishop of Shanghai in 1949, shortly after the communists took over China. The Chinese government pressured him to align his loyalties to the "Chinese Catholic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Five Keys To Finding Victory

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 24, 2007
    based on 29 ratings
     | 17,959 views

    Joshua shows us the keys to finding victory in life. This message was written for Super Bowl Sunday.

    Five Keys to Finding Victory Joshua 6:1-21 February 4, 2007 – Super Bowl Sunday Morning Service Disclaimer: Material from this message was adapted in part from messages found on the Sermon Cnetral website. Introduction Today is the biggest day in professional football. Super bowl Sunday and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jude & Revelation Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,629 views

    Twelfth in a Series going through the New Testament

    JUDE & REVELATION Sermon 12 Introduction: In the previous lesson we studied the Epistles of Peter and John. This lesson will begin with Jude, the book to expose Apostasy. We will conclude this lesson and this study with the Revelation. The Revelation is the Book of Final Consummation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Exaltation Through A Miracle Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 4, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,480 views

    Exposition of Acts 3:1-10 about how Christ was exalted through a miracle, 1 of 3 parts to Acts 3

    Text: Acts 3:1-10, Title: Exaltation through a Miracle, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/8/07, AM A. Opening illustration: In deep prayer on a California beach, a man asked for one desire… I can do it, but it is hard for me to justify your desire for worldly things. Take a little more time to think of another ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Hospitality

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 17, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,215 views

    The most important thing you can do in serving the Lord is not serving the Lord. Living for Jesus is more about “being” than “doing.”

    Christian Hospitality Luke 10:38-42 James 2:1-4 The most important thing you can do in serving the Lord is not serving the Lord. Living for Jesus is more about “being” than “doing.” When I was a student at Central College I had a classmate who was an outstanding student. After he graduated ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Death, Is That Your Final Answer

    Contributed by La Juana Morris on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
     | 13,348 views

    Death is only the end of a chapter not the conclusion of life of the saved

    Death, is that your final answer. John 3:3-16 There was a show that became popular a few years ago. "Do you want to me a millionaire?" It’s host Regis, made "Is that your final answer" a common household phrase, as he posed this question to person prior to revealing to them if they had won cash ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    A Parting Shot Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 16, 2007
     | 3,671 views

    Exposition of Galatians 6:11-18

    Text: Galatians 6:11-18, Title: A Parting Shot, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/19/07, PM A. Opening illustration: Two ministers in a small town were openly critical of each other’s efforts and constantly opposed one another. After a joint meeting in which they planned a community-wide effort, one took this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Salvation And Suffering Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,834 views

    The dynamic of salvation and the reality of suffering in the believer’s life

    Sermon Brief Date Written: June 01, 2007 Date Preached: June 03, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Salvation and Suffering Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:3-9 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come On In, The Water's Fine

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Oct 15, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,255 views

    This is the first in a series of stewardship sermons aimed at priming the pump; getting people to think of stewardship as more than money, but a whole way of life.

    Come On In, The Water’s Fine Revelation 22:1-6 October 14, 2007 This morning, we are beginning a journey. It is an annual journey; this year it will culminate on November 18 with our Consecration/Thanksgiving Sunday. I am obviously talking about the annual stewardship emphasis. Notice that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Worshipping Community. Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,945 views

    Another in the purpose driven series: Worship @ the center.

    John 4: 1-26. The act of Worship can take many forms from the numerous religions aound the world - Satan worship, pagan and new age worship of nature - the secular worshippers of money, power, sport, fashion and show biz and the many world religions. As we look around the globe we see that human ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist