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  • Johnny Carver avatar

    God's S.w.a.t. Team

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 8, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 7,777 views

    God has an arsonal that far outways the weapons of Satan and even though this message is simple it is effective if employed.

    Scripture: Luke 4:18 Title: “God’s S.W.A.T. Team” "Special Weapons And Tactics" Introduction: All too often we see splashed across our daily news programs where someone has been taken hostage. The enemies of the human race have discovered the strength of using terror to get what they want ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Getting Back To The Beginning

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 9, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,306 views

    keeping things fresh in Christ

    Intro: Little Billy, who was acting terrible one day, was asked by his mother, "How do you expect to get into heaven?" He thought for a moment and then said, "Well, I’ll just run in and out and keep slamming the door until they say, ’For heaven’s sake, either come in or stay out.’ Then I’ll go ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Wants Us To Obey Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Oct 10, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,273 views

    God’s three priorities are love, obedience and trust; and this sermons shows us the areas of obedience.

    The ChristianLife Week 2 Bob Marcaurelle A. Goals (Continued) b. Obedience GOD WANTS US TO OBEY “If anyone loves me he will obey my teachings.” (Jesus in John 14:23) “If someone says he knows Him (God) and does not obey ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Truth Detectors 1.2: The Truth About The Bible Series

    Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Apr 28, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,629 views

    This is the second message in a series on basic Christian doctrine. It provides the foundation for a proper view of God’s Word. (04-25-04)

    *Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 2 - “The Truth About the Bible” 2 Timothy 3:14-17 Opening Illustration / Participation This illustration ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Georgina Pando-Connolly avatar

    Fast Food Faith Series

    Contributed by Georgina Pando-Connolly on Apr 30, 2004
    based on 58 ratings
     | 8,349 views

    Fast food, fast weddings, fast language, microwave ovens, faxes, cell phones, call waiting. No waiting, instant gratification, that¡¯s what we¡¯re all about.

    FAST FOOD FAITH 2 Kings 5: 1-14 That¡¯s it. Now I¡¯ve seen it all! I watched a show called Married by America in which a group of single women and a group of single men gave the TV audience information about themselves and were then paired up by the viewers. Viewers chose who they would marry. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Just Drop It!

    Contributed by Georgina Pando-Connolly on Apr 30, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,821 views

    Just drop it! Whatever is holding you back, weighing you down, keeping you from Jesus. Just drop it!

    Just Drop it! Luke 18:18-29 Georgina Pando-Connolly A minister gave an unusual sermon one day, using a peanut to make several important points about the wisdom of God in nature. One of the members greeted her at the door and said, "Very interesting, Pastor. I never expected to learn so much ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    I Believe Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 30, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,196 views

    This sermon introduces the Apostles’ Creed further, giving additional background to the origin and organization of the Apostles’ Creed.

    Introduction Today, I would like to continue with our new series of sermons on The Apostles¡¦ Creed. The Apostles¡¦ Creed is a statement of belief, and today I would like to explore some of the background to this creed. Please listen as I recite the Apostles¡¦ Creed: I believe in God the Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    "That I May Know Him."

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 3, 2004
    based on 50 ratings
     | 29,930 views

    Many people strive for prestige and prosperity, but the most important thing is a interpersonal relationship with God. That I may know should be the greatest desire of a child of God.

    “That I May Know Him” Philippians 3:10 The book of Philippians has been called the “Song of Solomon” of the New Testament because of its intimacy and the passionate desire that Paul has for the church of Philippi. The manner of his writing is the same kind that distant lovers often communicate ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    How Great A Grace

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 5, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,059 views

    The power of God’s Grace empowers us for everyday living.

    2 Tim. 1:6 - Stir up the gift of God that is in you. Paul is encouraging his son in the faith - Don’t let anything or anyone discourage you. - It’s our responsibility to keep that fire burning. #1. The enemy will trie to use people and situations to stomp off, put out or steal your fire, Thats ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Believe In God Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 7, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,160 views

    The Apostles’ Creed begins with an affirmation of faith in God. This sermon shows that faith in God comprises knowledge of God, acknowledgement of God, and dependence upon God.

    Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe in God. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    My Prayer For Our Church

    Contributed by Kevin Keeling on May 8, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,676 views

    Introduction Why then did Paul write the Colossian church?? He wrote them because of the heresy in the Church

    Paul Prayer for the Colossians Church 1 Knowledge of God’s will (vs. 9) 2 To Walk Worthy of God’s Will (10 3 To Be Strengthen by His Will (11 4 To rejoice in His Will (12 (1) God Desires YOU "To be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Drawn Out”

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on May 8, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 3,921 views

    The unique parallel between Moses and Jesus as delvierers for their people and the unusual situations that brought things about.

    Scripture: Exodus 2:1 – 10 Title: “Drawn Out” Introduction: The parents of Moses were from the tribe of Levi, slaves and members of a hated race of people. To them (Moses’ parents) was a son born who was to be the “deliverer” of a people, and from which was to come the Savior of the world. Moses ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Triunity Of God Series

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 8, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,700 views

    God is three persons in one: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost. These three persons are one in God.

    Matthew 28:18-20 Topic: The tri-unity of God In the Holy Bible, we are taught in the scriptures that there is only one God. Deuteronomy 4:35 says, “Unto thee it was shewed that thou mightest know that the Lord he is God; there is none else beside him.” Deuteronomy 6:4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Norris Harris I avatar

    Faces And Reflections

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on May 9, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,952 views

    Our textual script, verses 8-15, sketches the outline of THREE FACES that REFLECT THREE DIFFERING IMAGES. Perhaps if we hush our hearts and focus our lens, we just might perceive our face and reflection mirrored in one of these three sketches drawn by the

    During what has been called the “Sizzling Sixties,” Dinah Ross and the Supremes recorded a cut entitled “Reflections.” That song was about faces and the memories those faces reflected. Looking out her rain-soaked window, she sees reflections of how things used to be. She sees the face of a distant ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Occupy Till I Come

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on May 10, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 23,078 views

    Power of Christians and the Commandment of Christ

    Occupy Till I Come Luke 19:13 And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. Why is this verse here, what does occupy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal