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  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    God Isn't Into Dead Things

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 28, 2005
    based on 126 ratings
     | 12,561 views

    being alive in Christ

    Intro: the family cat had been run over and Tommy was heartbroken. His mother to ease his pain said, Tommy, don’t feel bad, our cat is in heaven. Tommy looked at his mom and said, why does God want a dead cat in heaven? This is good theology, God isn’t into dead things. Years ago there was a movie ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Peace, Hope And Glory

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 30, 2021
     | 3,154 views

    Well in our scripture text today there is both good news and bad news. The good news is that we have hope no matter what happens. The bad news is that we can expect tribulation. But again the good news is that even then, we can have hope.

    Alba 8-29-2021 PEACE, HOPE AND GLORY Romans 5:1-5 A large, two-engine train was making its way across Colorado. While crossing the mountains, one of the engines broke down. “No problem, we can make it to Denver and get a replacement engine there,” the engineer thought, and carried on at half ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Bethel: "o Altar, Altar!"

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 25, 2020
     | 7,759 views

    This may be the only sermon preached against an altar! When God's prophet came to Bethel, some interesting things happened. Something even happened to the altar itself.

    Introduction The Bible records messages proclaimed against many topics. This is especially true in the Old Testament: the prophets spoke about (and against) various kings, nations, and even the nations of Israel and Judah. The text here is unusual because, first, it’s spoken against an altar! So ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Things We Take To Heaven Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 23,980 views

    A message on how we take the character we have fashioned; the contributions we have made and the converts we have led to Jesus to heaven with us.

    BIBLE MESSAGES ON EASTER Bob Marcaurelle freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com Yahoo to homeorchurchbiblestudy.com bob marcaurelle Message 7 Annual Sermons: Vol. 11 Sermon 9 Bob Marcaurelle: 1998 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Cale avatar

    The Next Best Thing Pt 6 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 19, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,255 views

    This sermon series asks the question - Do we really look like Jesus? Are we disciples or are we just tagging along? Are we becoming imitators of God?

    The Next Best Thing Eight Secrets to Imitating Christ Pt 6 Ephesians 5 A couple of weeks ago we began this series looking at Paul’s challenge to the church to be Imitators of Christ. The question that we posed last week and will continue to pose during this series is “Are you the next best thing ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Set Your Heart On Heavenly Treasure

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 4, 2025
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     | 672 views

    Jesus warned his followers that they would be tempted to “set their hearts” on things of little value. If they did that they would not “set their hearts” on what is priceless. Jesus used similar words but in reverse to say that what we treasure will be where our heart goes.

    In 1799, twelve-year-old Conrad Reed, skipped Sunday School to go fishing. He found a place to fish along Little Meadow Creek on his family’s farm in North Carolina. While standing by the creek, young Conrad saw what he thoughts was a “yellow rock shining in the water.” With some effort he ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    All That Glitters Is Not Gold Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 7, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,560 views

    Mature Christians walk by faith and not by sight.

    All That Glitters Is Not Gold Text: Genesis 13:1-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: A family from a remote area was making their first visit to a big city. They checked in to a grand hotel and stood in amazement at the impressive sight. Leaving the reception desk they came to the elevator ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Crucial Things To See About Christ Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 31, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,405 views

    God wants us to see: 1. How the Lord prepares His people (vs. 18-20). 2. The trouble Jesus took on for us (vs. 21). 3. Great signs of our Savior's love (vs. 22-30). 4. Jesus getting the glory He deserves (vs. 31-32).

    Crucial Things to See about Christ The Gospel of John John 13:18-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 5, 2017 (Revised December 31, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 13. Remember that in this chapter, God's Word has moved forward to the night before the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Neil Richardson avatar

    All Things Work Together For Good Series

    Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,280 views

    The fivefold unbreakable chain of salvation

    Romans 8:28-31 That famous “All things work together for good” verse 28! We discussed this at some length last week to considerable effect! Here are five points to consider: We know- according to Wilson , this speaks of “experimental certainty, not tentative conjecture.” In other words, we know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Damien Saylor avatar

    Thanksgiving. Give Thanks

    Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 11, 2019
     | 2,544 views

    What are you most thankful for? We often answer that question with family, our living status, our life, our abilities, but the thing to be most thankful for, is often forgotten.

    Sermon- Thanksgiving day 2019 - As part of our Thanksgiving Day service, I want to begin with asking, Q- What are you most thankful for? - We often answer that question with family, our living status, our life, our abilities, but the thing to be most thankful for, is often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lynn Malone avatar

    Transformation: Possible--Transformation Is A Terrifying Thing Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 26, 2016
     | 6,439 views

    Jesus' encounter with the Gerasene demoniac is a terrifying scene. This sermon applies the circumstances of the demoniac's transformation to contemporary individuals and even groups.

    We began the message series last week with a look at the Apostle Peter’s transformation from failure to faith. I used the line “transformation can be a terrifying thing,” because in one transformative moment, Peter went from faith to failure while walking on the water. In a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Starting With Amen

    Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Oct 14, 2019
     | 3,131 views

    The Amen is at the beginning of an affirmation, not at the end...

    Starting with Amen John 3:1 NIV 1 Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. Nicodemus is introduced Member of the Jewish ruling council John 3:2 NIV 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    All Things New: The After Picture Series

    Contributed by Daniel Richter on May 9, 2008
     | 4,003 views

    The After Picture

    All Things New: The After Picture Beartown Road Alliance Church May 13th, 2007 A few years ago I read an article in one of my youth ministry magazines that was attacking the unrealistic and unattainable view of beauty that fashion magazines had created for young women. It was about a cover ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    All Things Are Possible...only Believe!

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 3, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 17,880 views

    It's like this...sometimes the need may seem monumental to you, “Guess What” its not monumental to God! And since your not the one who is going to have to meet the need, it shouldn’t be to you either! Praise God!

    A blonde, a brunette and a redhead are stuck on an island. One day, the three of them are walking along the beach and discover a magic lamp. They rub and rub, and sure enough, out pops a genie. The genie says, "Since I can only grant three wishes, you may each have one." The brunette says, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Burden God Brings

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 78 ratings
     | 6,838 views

    When God brings a great burden to the heart of a godly man great things happen

    The Burden God Brings Nehemiah 1:1-11 June 17, 2001 Introduction I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And that which I can do, by the grace of God, I will do. – D.L. Moody There can be little doubt that Dwight Moody had a great burden to do a great work for ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God