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  • Jeremy Poling avatar

    The Creative Word And Spiritual Formation

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 15, 2008
     | 2,816 views

    God has purpose for us.

    The Creative Word and Spiritual Formation Gen 1:1 In the beginning God created the Heaven and the earth. 2 And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters. Form - tohuw (to’-hoo); from an unused root ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Absolute Laws Series

    Contributed by Steven Wunderink on Jul 9, 2007
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     | 3,995 views

    In the series of skipped books of the Bible (Lev, Num, Deut) this sermon tackles the laws that are absolute. Obeyed yesterday, obey TODAY!

    The Skipped Over Books of the Bible Dad used to skip over many of the books, from the 10 commands to Joshua There are many gems in the desert we will explore There are many laws laid down in confusion we will sort out Purpose of giving the laws AFTER salvation from slavery - To stay within God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Secret Killers Of The High Impact Life Series

    Contributed by W F on Aug 6, 2007
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     | 4,947 views

    There are some serious pests in your secret life that can kill your witness if they are left unchecked. Here’s how to identify and remedy with them.

    Why do some Christians fall away? Why do some seem to start off the Christian life with incredible enthusiasm – and then they appear to give up? In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus examines that part of the Christian life that no one else can see; your secret life with God. And when ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Motherhood: Still The Most Important Occupation

    Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on May 11, 2007
    based on 41 ratings
     | 10,535 views

    Mother’s Day message describing what a classified Ad might look like if we put it in the newspaper.

    INTRODUCTION Today we want to honor all of our mothers on this special day…Mother’s Day We celebrate mother’s day because of Anna M. Jarvis who had suggest the national observance of an annual day honoring all mothers because she loved her own mother so dearly On May 9, 1914, by an act of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Heroes Of The Faith

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,784 views

    A description of Heroes in my life that have positively effected my Faith in God

    My Heroes of the Faith January 14, 2007 AM Sermon 2 Timothy 4: 7-8 Last Sunday, we opened 2007 with a look back at Noah and the Ark, noticing how Noah followed God for his every move. Today, keeping the same hero theme, we go in a totally different direction. A personal direction if you will. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    What's In It For Me?

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 29, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 4,562 views

    I took my title from verse 27, "What shall we have therefore" Literally Peter said, "What in it for us? Not a selfish question.

    WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? MATT. 19:16-30 I took my title from verse 27, "What shall we have therefore" Literally Peter said, "What in it for us? Not a selfish question. THE TEXT: This statement is made by Peter. It is in connection with the incident of the young lawyer who came to Jesus and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Change Or Die

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,275 views

    If we do not let Christ change us we will be changed by the World

    _______________________________________________________ PowerPoint Transitions + New Slide > Transition in X Transition out _______________________________________________________ + Imagine A doctor calls, “I’ve got good news and bad news. - Bad news is that you’re going to die within a month. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Steps To Draw Closer To Jesus

    Contributed by Joe Adaline on Jul 15, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 19,508 views

    There are lots of things we can do to draw close in our relationship with Jesus. Here are three simple things: Love more, ask more, be more.

    The other day, I was in a hurry to get to a meeting regarding the church and our association. Did you know we are loosely connected with other churches in the Blue Water Association, headed up by Ted Stevens? Did you also know or do you know that each church that holds to a basic belief in Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Matthew 6 – Part 8 – Can’t I Serve God And Have Money Too? Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 5, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,546 views

    The simple answer to that question is “You may have it, but just remember it’s not yours!” In Luke 14:33 (NLT) Jesus says “...you cannot become My disciple without giving up everything you own.”

    Matthew 6 – Part 8 – CAN’T I SERVE GOD AND HAVE MONEY TOO? The simple answer to that question is “You may have it, but just remember it’s not yours!” In Luke 14:33 (NLT) Jesus says “...you cannot become My disciple without giving up everything you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Them Dry Bones

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on May 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,215 views

    There is something about being surrounded by death that makes us contemplate life in a very honest way. God uses a kind of cemetery full of bones to illustrate the need for the Holy Spirit in our lives.

    Them Dry Bones Ezekiel 37:1-12 Acts 2:17 NIV In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams. Joel 2:28 NIV [ The Day of the LORD ] And afterward, I will pour out my ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Planted - Living The Effective Life

    Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Aug 3, 2008
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,874 views

    Like a Tree Planted... This messages instructs on how to live a blessed, successful life.

    Planted - Living the Effective Life 1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; 2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night. 3 He shall be like a tree planted ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Count It All Joy

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,978 views

    From what basis or foundation do we respond to disasters or difficulties we might face?

    Introduction In light of what we have just experienced as a community- take time- talk about- how we respond to difficulties, trials, disasters, loss, in our lives. A number of people- in congregation- experienced difficulties or loss at one level or another. Testimonies I would like to give us a ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Lesson 1: Saul's Confirmatory Signs

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,401 views

    This week we begin to examine the Old Testament character of Saul.

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: Why Good People Go Bad Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 1: Saul’s Confirmatory Signs September 7, 2008 A. SAUL HAD A GOOD BEGINNING: I SAMUEL 10:1-16 1. Influential father from the tribe of Benjamin. “Kish was a rich, influential man” (9:1, LB). 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Playing To Win: Get In The Game!

    Contributed by C Jordan on May 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,872 views

    Christianity is a contact sport. The true joy and satisfaction in the journey of faith comes when we get out of the stands and onto the court. God wants all believers to get in the game and play to win!

    PLAYING TO WIN: GET IN THE GAME OPENING TEXT: “11 He is the one who gave these gifts to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. 12 Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ, 13 until we ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Love: The Real Test Of Christianity

    Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Jun 25, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,352 views

    What is the real test of Christianity? Is it attending church? Tithing? Reading the Bible? The real test is LOVE.

    LOVE: THE TEST OF REAL CHRISTIANITY 1 John 4:7-8 Question: What is the mark of a Christian? What is the test that stands true in showing us that someone is a Christian? Is it church attendance? Wearing witness wear? Bumper stickers? Toting a 95 pound bible? What is the test that shows the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist