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  • Larry Moyer avatar

    What Kind Of Person Does God Accept And On What Basis Does He Do It?

    Contributed by Larry Moyer on Mar 14, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,070 views

    The people God accepts are ungodly people who trust in Christ alone to save them.

    A man who was not raised in the United States enlisted in the U. S. Army. Being a foreigner he had a difficult time with the English language. One day the troop was preparing for inspection and the men realized that unless they helped him, he could flunk the inspection simply due to his struggles ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Things R Us Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,690 views

    This is from a series I did on attitudes. I got a lot of ideas from a book called Lord Change My Attitude by James MacDonald.

    LIFE IS AN ATTITUDE – PICK A GOOD ONE Things R Us Sunday February 4, 2007 Scripture Reference: Romans 12:2, Numbers 11:4-15, 18-20, 31-35 Intro. A. What do you wish for? I have been trying to be a little more interactive in my sermons lately so that we can begin to see the impact changing ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Not So Silent Killer Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,797 views

    This is from series I did on Attitudes. I got a lot of ideas form a book by James MacDonald entitled Lord Change My Attitude.

    LIFE IS AN ATTITUDE – PICK A GOOD ONE The Not So Silent Killer Sunday February 18, 2007 Scripture Reference: Romans 12:2, Numbers 12:1-12 Intro. A. According to recent estimates, nearly one in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure, but because there are no symptoms, nearly one third of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    What Are You Waiting For?

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,814 views

    Easter Outreach message -- To decide to delay is to decide to deny.

    What Are You Waiting For? Acts 24:24-26 Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org Easter Sunday 4/8/07 How many of you have a problem with procrastination? Me too, and I’m going to start working on it tomorrow! According to a recent study from the University of Calgary, people who procrastinate are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You An Encourager?

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 8, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,210 views

    This sermon examines the life and ministry of Paul’s companion and co-worker Barnabas.

    Introduction: The Bible is full of people that we could pattern our lives after. Of course our ultimate role model is Jesus, but there are many others that we could learn and benefit from. For instance, Like Abraham, we should strive to have such a close relationship to God, that we too would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Importance Of Worship

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,526 views

    This sermon examines the importance of worship through Jesus’ encounter with the Woman at the Well.

    Introduction: A young Baptist Minister was preaching a Revival at a small church in Maryland. Following the service the pastor of the church asked him to stand at the back door with him to greet people as they left to go home. He enjoyed talking with several people, all of whom were very nice and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking After The Cross Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 23,150 views

    Looks at the 3rd resurrection appearance of Jesus and challenges us to live our lives in light of the fact that Jesus is alive and He has plans for us.

    1. Title: Walking After The Cross 2. Text: John 21 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, April 16, 2006, Easter Sunday, Last in the series “Walk to the Cross” 4. Objectives: -for the people to be reminded of God’s plan and their part in it; to understand how this 3rd ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Greatest Challenge Of The Cross

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Dec 28, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 13,641 views

    A message that our spiritually dull generation does not want to hear. Sacrifice is one of the demands of Jesus Christ.

    The Greatest Challenge of the Cross Matthew 16:24-25 KJV Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. [25] For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Greatest Letter Ever Written Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 5, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,656 views

    This sermon, which is the first in a series on "Romans: The Good News of God," introduces the greatest letter ever written, Paul’s letter to the Romans.

    Scripture He was pacing back and forth, thoughtful and expectant. Physically, he was not an impressive man (see for example 2 Corinthians 10:10; Galatians 4:14). He had scars and blemishes all over his body from his various beatings and stonings. His body was weathered and leathered by many years ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Wonderful Counselor Series

    Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 14,251 views

    This four-part Christmas series was designed to give comfort and encouragement during the dark Christmas season following 911.

    [This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mighty God Series

    Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 16,423 views

    This four-part Christmas series was designed to give comfort and hope during the dark Christmas season following 911.

    [This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Allowing God's Spirit To Lead You Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 28, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 37,148 views

    As those who’ve been declared righteous we have a duty, we can delight, and we can be assured of our destiny.

    Allowing God’s Spirit to Lead You Romans 8:12-17 Rev. Brian Bill 7/29/07 www.pontiacbible.org Just as Paul and Grace Becker have been led to a different ministry in Mexico, so too, the Holy Spirit leads His people today in ways that will bring Christ glory and expand the Father’s kingdom. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Life Changing Letter Series

    Contributed by Leroy Redding on Aug 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,489 views

    Romans #1

    A Life Changing Letter Introduction to Romans Today, we’re going to begin a study on what I consider to be one of the greatest letters ever written. Today, we begin a study of the book of Romans. It’s hard to overestimate the influence of this letter. It is probably the most powerful document ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fully Equipped

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 9, 2007
     | 7,337 views

    This message introduces and explains the Ephesians 4 equipping gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher.

    FULLY EQUIPPED The Equipping Gifts (Ephesians Chapter 4) Pastor Eric J. Hanson Introduction: God Wants Us All to Become Mature. The plan of God, as revealed in His word, the Bible, is for every believer in Jesus Christ to grow up spiritually and become more and more like Jesus as time goes by. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Watch Out!

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 10, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,483 views

    We need to live carefully.

    WATCH OUT! I Timothy 4.16 S: Spiritual Growth C: Living deliberately Pr: WE NEED TO LIVE CAREFULLY. ?: What? What do we need to be careful about? KW: Subjects TS: We will find in our study of Scripture, beginning with I Timothy 4.16, two subjects to which we must give specific ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist