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  • Chip Monck avatar

    Oh To Be Great Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,876 views

    This message explores the God given desire to be great. Inspired by "The Seven Longings of the Human Heart" by Mike Bickle.

    ("Invincible" – Movie Clip from ScreenVue featuring the Philadelphia Eagles open try-out) Oh, to be great! Each and every morning, before the sun comes up, grown men punish their out of shape bodies on the basketball court at the YMCA in an effort to live out a dream of greatness. How many men, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Our Spiritual Independence Day

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jul 5, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,974 views

    On the 4th of July weekend, our minds our own our national freedom, but the Apostle Paul speaks about the more important freedom, the freedom we have in Christ.

    Our Spiritual Independence Day Galatians 5:1, 13-25 (NRSV) July 1, 2007 As we come together this morning today, the word that is on our mind is “freedom.” It is a word which, in our context, brings up images of Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, the Declaration of Independence, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    #2: We Reap The Same In Kind As We Sow Series

    Contributed by Archie Luper on Jul 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,075 views

    In 1974, the year I graduated from High School, Harry Chapin released a record album with the song entitled, “Cats In The Cradle". The lyrics of this song introduce the second Law of Harvest, "We Reap the Same In Kind as We Sow".

    In 1974, the year I graduated from High School, Harry Chapin released a record album with the song entitled, “Cats In The Cradle". The lyrics of this song introduce the second Law of Harvest, "We Reap the Same In Kind as We Sow". Cats In The Cradle A child arrived just the other day He came ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love In Focus (Love In Various Relationships) Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 11, 2008
     | 4,177 views

    Like my glasses, Love focuses in different ways, varying in both intensity and style.

    Love In Focus (topical) NOTE: When preached, I only got through half of this in 30 minutes, so I am doing part two (with some expansions) this week. 1. Affectionate Writing Can Reduce Cholesterol According to new research, writing down affectionate thoughts about close friends and family can ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Saved To Serve Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 27, 2008
    based on 84 ratings
     | 16,033 views

    The Parable of the Talents reminds Christians that we weren’t saved to sit, soak, and sour...we were saved to serve! Just like in tennis-Service begins w/ ’Love’. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    Saved to Serve Matthew 25:14-30 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Saved2Serve.html This is a parable found in the context of Jesus’ teaching on the end of the world. So far we’ve been challenged to be watching because Jesus is coming...now we’re told to be working. Not just looking for Him, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral - Mature Man

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 13, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,398 views

    A dear Christian Friend - Humble, wise prayer warrior.

    Friends, we have gathered here to praise God -- and to witness to our faith, as we celebrate the life of ED. We come together in grief, and we acknowledge our human loss. May God grant us grace, that in pain we may find comfort, in sorrow hope, and in death resurrection. Will you please pray ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Todd Riley avatar

    The Joy Of Forgiveness Ii

    Contributed by Todd Riley on Nov 1, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,244 views

    An exposition of Psalm 32

    Islington Baptist Church July 24, 2005 Psalm 32 Scriptures: I John 1-2:2, Romans 5:1-11 The joy of forgiveness As people we spend of lot of time and money pursuing pleasure and joy. What sorts of things bring joy? WAIT FOR RESPONSES What is the typical “shelf life” of the joys that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is In Your Hand? Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 218 ratings
     | 93,568 views

    God want you to work with Him no matter what your former falures were.This is number 5 of a series

    What is in your hand? We have been looking at Life Changing Questions that God asked. “Where are you?”, “Who said you were Naked?”, “Why are you laughing?”, “What is your name?” Today the next Question is “What is in your hand?”. Exodus 4:2 (KJV) And the LORD said unto him, What is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Honoring Others Pt 3 Series

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on Feb 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,723 views

    Authorities will show us if we truly understand honor.

    INTRO: Football practice was over, and Denny was sore from head to toe. Slowly he climbed the graffiti-laden stairway of the aging apartment building. Suddenly, his mother’s chilling screams pierced the cold, still air. He had heard the sound many times before. Still, a sickening knot formed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Daniel Difranco on Oct 6, 2007
     | 24,306 views

    A basic overview of Spiritual Warfare

    Spiritual Warfare Have you accepted Jesus Christ as your personal savior? Have you repented of your sins and made a commitment to walk a new way of life? If you have answered ‘yes’ to these two questions, then you are in the middle of the greatest battle taking place on earth right now. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Your Calls From God

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 31, 2007
     | 2,588 views

    A message of encouragement and motivation to give your all for the work of the Kingdom.

    YOUR CALLS FROM GOD Romans 12:1-2 * When Deboria and I were first married, I was a member of volunteer fire department. This was the mid-70’s and before the personal pagers were so inexpensive and available so alerting us fireman in a timely manner was a challenge. The system began with a siren, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Removing The Yoke Series

    Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Sep 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,903 views

    This is a sermon that shows that Freedom without God is freedom short lived.

    Freedom in Christ Sermon Series Part 2 Removing the Yoke Galatians 5:13-26 (NIV) You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature. Rather, serve one another in love. The entire law is summed up in a single command: “Love your ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    Abiding In Christ

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Oct 31, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 14,103 views

    Perhaps the greatest need for Christians today is to develop a higher spiritual discipline of abiding in Christ and His word.

    Abiding in Christ: John 15:7 “If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.” – John 15:7 Perhaps the greatest need for Christians today is to develop a higher spiritual discipline of abiding in Christ and His word. Many studies show that only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Seasoned Or Unseasoned PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,095 views

    Challenge believers to live out their faith authentically, making a positive impact in the world as the salt of the earth and the light of the world.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a portion of Jesus' famous Sermon on the Mount, found in Matthew 5. In these verses, Jesus calls his followers to be both "the salt of the earth" and "the light of the world." He's challenging us to live out our faith in such a way that ...read more

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    Whose Image Is This? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2023
    based on 5 ratings
     | 1,075 views

    This sermon explores the balance between our spiritual commitments as Christians and our civic duties in a secular world, guided by Jesus' teachings.

    Good Morning, Church Family! We gather here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, united by a common love for our Savior and a shared commitment to serve Him faithfully in every area of our lives. Today, we find ourselves at the intersection of faith and civic ...read more

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