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  • Richard Gardner avatar

    A Word From God

    Contributed by Richard Gardner on Jul 1, 2001
    based on 38 ratings
     | 5,218 views

    Never let us assume that we are in control of our lives, because God has the final answer.

    A Word from God What I am about to share with each of you this week, to some might seem odd, unreal or unbelievable and many will acknowledge it to something just ordinary. But to me anything so divine and real can’t be contained in our lives without sharing it with another. In “1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "The Power Of The Gospel"

    Contributed by Blake Carroll on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 14,944 views

    The power of the Gospel is tremendous.

    Title: “The Power Of The Gospel” Scripture: Romans 1:16-17 Introduction: The gospel is the one and only message that has tremendous power and the one thing that Christians should not be ashamed of. It is a message that came from God, and is centered around His Son, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In God Alone Series

    Contributed by James Turner on Mar 9, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 8,586 views

    Our refuge, our strength, our Sanctuary is in God alone.

    In God Alone Psalm 62:1- My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. 2 He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. I. Let’s take a few minutes this morning and let’s look at these two verses. A. As you know over the past few weeks God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Authority Doesn't Matter Series

    Contributed by Mark Atherton on Oct 1, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,798 views

    A look at the 5th commandment

    Honor means TO MAKE HEAVY -As children we OBEY Ephesians 6:1 Colossians 3:20 -As adolescents we RESPECT Lev. 19:3 Proverbs 20:20 -As adults we APPRECIATE & CARE 1 Tim. 5:4 John 19:26,27 Honor goes BOTH WAYS -Parents should be HONOR - WORTHY Dt. 6:6,7 Dt. 4:9 Dt. 21:18-21 ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Look, Listen, And Feel

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,599 views

    I am sure you have all heard those words with CPR training however they can apply to our lives spiritually as well

    James 1:19-27 Look, Listen, and Feel Introduction A. How many of you are certified in CPR? B. After you give the two rescue breaths what are you suppose to do? Look Listen and Feel C. This is very important for our spiritual life also. D. Background 1. One of my favorite books 2. James is a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    An Everlasting Father Has Come

    Contributed by Jack Warford on Dec 29, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 3,619 views

    So many today do not believe that Jesus and the Father are one, or that Jesus is God and has always been God. What is your responsibility when you hear or see these lies about the true Jesus?

    Matthew 1: 23, John 10:30 (NLT) So many today do not believe that Jesus and the Father are one, or that Jesus is God and has always been God. What is your responsibility when you hear or see these lies about the true Jesus? Will you share the true Jesus with them or will you be silent? Most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Lee Henry avatar

    Abraham, Friend Of God

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Jul 14, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,668 views

    In Three major religions, Abraham is called the "Friend of God." This sermon explores the character and attributes of Abraham that cause him to be held in such high esteem by God.

    ABRAHAM: FRIEND OF GOD James 2:23; II Chron. 20:7; Isa. 41:8 Intro: In three different passages in the Bible, Abraham is referred to as “the friend of God.” He is the father of the faithful. He is a central figure in three world religions: Moslem, Judaism, and Christianity. What was it about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Seal Of God

    Contributed by Manuel Amparo on Mar 26, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,483 views

    THIS BRINGS US TO A SABBATH REFORM MOVEMENT GOING INTO ALL THE WORLD.

    THE SEAL OF GOD REVELATION 14:1-6 A. THE CAREFUL READER OF THE BOOKS DANIEL AND REVELATION WILL BE IMPRESSED WITH THE PROPHETIC STORY OF THE CONFLICT BETWEEN CHRIST AND SATAN, AS PORTRAYED IN THESE TWO BOOKS 1. These two books unfold to the reader the story of Satan’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Treating Your Enemies Right

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Apr 4, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,413 views

    It is natural for us to hate those who treat us poorly. It seems outrageous to do anything else, right? But, we forget that Jesus came to bring a new way of doing things; He wants us to treat our enemies right. Check out what He says . . .

    Treating Your Enemies Right Matthew 5:43-48 Think back to someone(s) who hurt you deeply. Ever asked the question, “What am I supposed to do with these angry feelings?” What if you could speak to Jesus about this? What if he could answer you? What might he say? First, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Meeting Needs, Touching Lives Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,367 views

    Ministry is all about meeting needs and touching lives in the name of Jesus.

    Meeting Needs, Touching Lives 1 Corinthians 12:5-7 July 15, 2007 1 Corinthians 12:5-7 “There are different ways to serve the same Lord, and we can each do different things. Yet the same God works in all of us and helps us in everything we do. The Spirit has given each of us a special way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You Just Going To Ignore That? Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,084 views

    This is the first message in a series from the book of Haggai. Often times we become so self-absorbed that we miss the very needs God has put before us.

    Time to Rebuild Part I Haggai 1:1-11 Background • The Jewish people had returned from Babylonian captivity in 538 B.C. • Work on the temple had not taken place in over 15 years Haggai 1:1-2 (NLT) On August 29 of the second year of King Darius’s reign, the Lord gave a message through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Devon Witherspoon avatar

    God's Solution To Your Many Problems

    Contributed by Devon Witherspoon on Aug 4, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 17,724 views

    GOD continues to make a way when we feel there is no way out.

    GOD’s solution to your many problems Prayer: Text: Exodus 14:10-14 And when Pharaoh drew nigh, the children of Israel lifted up their eyes, and, behold, the Egyptians marched after them; and they were sore afraid: and the children of Israel cried out unto the LORD. 11And they said unto Moses, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gino Cascieri avatar

    "Ye Can Do Nothing"

    Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Apr 4, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 4,402 views

    This sermon talks the Christian and fruit bearing.

    Text: John 15:1-5 -Key verse 5, Jesus says, "for without me ye can do nothing" -Prerequisites for bearing real fruit. 1) Must be saved, born again, must be one of the branches attached to the vine, the Lord Jesus Christ. -You must abide or dwell in Christ and He must abide or dwell in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    Because We Belong To God

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 26, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,705 views

    Because we belong to God we must be holy in our conduct, live in reverent fear, and love one another sincerely. An expository message.

    Because We Belong to God I Pet. 1:13-25 INTRO.: the Apostle reminds his readers in vv. 1-12 of all they have for which to praise God. They are truly blessed by the grace of God. However, such blessings carry with them serious obligations and in the passage before us, he outlines some of them. Here ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Shane Brooks avatar

    Five Signs Of Christian Maturity

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on May 17, 2007
    based on 54 ratings
     | 20,027 views

    Growing up and Getting Better.

    Five signs of Christian maturity There are gauges to check your car, warning bells, GROOVES ON ROAD They’re here for Christians too So tonght we’re going to find out “HOW YOU DOIN’?” Ephesians 4:14-16 Here we have some gauges that Paul has set to see how we’re doing Are we advancing, Do we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational