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    True And False Hope

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 8, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,466 views

    A message about two types of hope; one from Jesus and the other from Satan. And a cautionary reminder that, since we all seek hope, we must be very careful on which one we choose.

    A man had not been feeling well and went to his doctor for a check-up. After the examination, the doctor left the room and had the nurse call the man’s wife into his office. She came in and the doctor said the husband was going to die, but there was hope. He said, ‘Your husband needs constant ...read more

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    Dinner For 5,000 Is Served

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,082 views

    A sermon about the feeding of the 5,000, using two small fish and five small loaves. How this was a lesson that was followed up by a test on the lake that evening. And how we can use that to develop our own faith.

    One day in the middle of the woods, a hawk, a lion, and a skunk were arguing about which one was the most powerful. The hawk said it was because he could fly down and catch his dinner so quickly they could not get away. The lion said he could run the fastest and had the bigger teeth to eat ...read more

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    Are You Still Being Saved Today?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 19, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,092 views

    A message of how our salvation is not something relegated to the past; something that happened to us "once", but is actively being worked on in the present.

    We Christians talk a lot about our being saved, don’t we? But have you ever noticed that it always seems to be in the past tense? ‘Have you been saved?’ ‘When were you saved?’ I think the more appropriate, and perhaps the most accurate way of asking about one’s salvation would be, ‘Are you ...read more

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    The Rewards Of Faithfulness

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 22, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,148 views

    My recent sermons were about the consequences of our sins. This sermon is about the rewards of our faithfullness. Audio, text & outline will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

    In the last couple of weeks, I have been talking about the sin in our lives. I have said that just because we are find with sin, does not mean God is fine with it. I said that we tend to look at what we are doing and think it isn’t all that bad, or that God is a loving God and He will forgive ...read more

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    Powerful Prayers

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 31, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,819 views

    A sermon that precedes bringing the church to a new level of focused prayer. Text, outline & audio will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

    Have you ever seen somebody try to use a tool that they had not used before? They are clumsy and awkward at best, and they certainly do not get as good of results as someone who knows how to use that tool. Too many people go into prayer without giving any thought as to how they should pray. ...read more

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    You Are Important!

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 7, 2007
    based on 58 ratings
     | 57,823 views

    Society promises us wonderful things, but many times only gives us feelings of inadequacy. This is a sermon to remind you that you are important because you are a child of the Most-High God! Text & audio will be placed at - www.sermonlist.com

    Years ago, there was a TV show called Kojak. It starred Telly Savalas as a lollipop-sucking detective who always went around saying, “Who loves ya, Baby?” I think that is the one thing all humans need more than anything else; to know we are loved. Without love, we feel worthless and ...read more

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    Does Tradition Hinder Us?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 15,521 views

    This world changes daily, and so do our churches. But people resist change, opting for tradition instead. We forget that Jesus was all about change. This message explores the "why" of change. Audio & text will be placed at - www.sermonlist.com

    It was just a few years ago when you would go to a restaurant and if there was a waiting list, you would be called by name when they had an empty table. Have you been to Outback recently? They give you a pager and when it is you turn, they page you. When they dial your pager, an electronic ...read more

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    Be Thankful You Aren't A Turkey!

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 16, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,668 views

    A sermon that discusses the necessity of feeling thankful in our hearts for all that God has done for us. Full text and audio will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

    This coming Thursday is Thanksgiving. Families all across this nation will be sitting down to enjoy the abundance of food that the Lord has provided. It is a day we have set aside to focus on how thankful we are for all the many blessings our heavenly Father has given us. But how can we be ...read more

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    The Life Of A Drifter

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 21, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,505 views

    This message talks about how we are spiritual drifters and how we can correct that. Communion message, audio & text will be at: www.sermonlist.com - - & your church prayer chain can utilize www.atimeofprayer.com

    There was an old man who was very sick. There was nothing more the doctors could do, so they went him home so he could spend his last few days with his family near his bedside. He awoke the next morning to the smell of newly baked chocolate chip cookies. Oh, how that reminded him of his ...read more

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    Get Behind Me, Satan!

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 29, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,920 views

    A sermon dealing with addiction to alcohol. It tells you in bottom line words what God says about it and challenges the drinker to stop the disobedience. Text, audio, and communion meditation will be at www.sermonlist.com

    Two little boys were the best of friends. As they grew up, their friendship only deepened. One became a preacher and the other a priest. And they would meet each week for coffee at the local Starbucks, no matter what else might be happening. After one such meeting, they shook hands and started ...read more

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    A Call For Revival

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 6, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,929 views

    A message that deals with what we must do before any revival can begin. Text, audio, and Communion message will be placed at: www.sermonlist.com

    Can you remember when you were 8-years old? What was your top priority at that age? Was it the efficient operations of your household, or was it to hurry and go out so you could play with your friends? All I can remember was that I was in the 3rd grade and I loved recess. If you would have ...read more

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    Two Hats

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 12, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 8,986 views

    One hat is a dress hat, the other is a work hat. When we profess to be Christian, we start wearing a hat. But which hat do we choose? Text, audio & Communion message will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

    Someone once asked, ‘What good are cowboys?’ I replied that without cowboys, there would be no cowboy songs or western movies or cowgirls. Have you ever noticed how cowboys seem to have pretty good judgment? Of course, a lot of good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of experience ...read more

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    What's Your Cardboard Say?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 18, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,148 views

    Cardboard testimonies sermon, dealing with the past versus the present in Christ. Full text, audio & Communion message will be placed at: www.sermonlist.com

    Many people, including all of us, have done things in our lives that God despised. Oh, by worldly standards we weren’t that bad, but we must remember that to God, there is no distinction between sins. To God, a little white lie is just as bad a shooting somebody because they are both done with ...read more

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    Obedience Through Baptism

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 30, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 10,894 views

    A message that precedes baptisms.

    Last week, I talked about how God put it into Phillip’s heart to leave a great harvest revival in Samaria to go to the deserts outside Jerusalem so he could talk to one person about Jesus Christ. And I told you how Phillip went. He didn’t question God, he didn’t try to put God off, and he ...read more

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    I Love You, Mom!

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 6, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 5,482 views

    A sermon honoring motherhood and women. Audio will be placed at www.sermonlist.com/2007.html

    A mother walked into her young son’s bedroom just in time to hear him begin his nighttime prayers. He said, “Andy, please forgive me for what I did wrong today, and Andy, please keep my mommy and daddy safe.” After he had finished, she asked him who Andy was. He told her that was God’s name. ...read more

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