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  • C. Philip Green avatar

    The Blind See Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 28, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,581 views

    If you want to gain true wisdom in the midst of your pain, don’t be like those who WON’T SEE, and don’t be like those who CAN’T SEE. Instead, be like those who DO SEE, because they let Jesus touch them not just once, but as many times as it takes.

    A businessman was late for an important meeting and couldn’t find a parking space. As he frantically circled the block, the man got so desperate that he decided to pray. Looking up toward heaven, he said, “Lord, take pity on me. If you find me a parking space, I’ll go to church every Sunday ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    On This Rock

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 8, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,046 views

    What is the church supposed to be like, why do we exist. This message looks at 5 characteristics of the Church

    Twenty years ago I read a statement in the “preacher’s magazine.” And it said, “The church is like Noah’s ark, if it wasn’t for the judgement on the outside, you’d never be able to stand the smell on the inside.” I chuckled, I wrote it down, I filed it, but later I went back and read it and got ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Denying Jesus

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,137 views

    Discussion of Peter’s boldness in telling Jesus he would stand by Him, his subsequent denials of Jesus, and how we do the same thing sometimes...

    Denying Jesus Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75; John 21:15-17 July 26, 2009 Me/We: I had originally planned to bring another message about that Last Supper, when Jesus instituted the sacrament of Communion. But the more I actually worked on the message, the more I felt like God was telling me I needed ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Getting The Job Done

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,389 views

    If we want to really connect with God’s plan, we need 3 essential elements: heart, interaction, and spirit.

    Getting the Job Done Intro: Last week in the state of the church address we talked about the 5 main purposes of the church and the job God has called us to do. He wants us to help people find out who He really is and help them learn to love and obey Him. In any job it helps to have the right ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Giant Sized Attitude

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,424 views

    Learn to develop a Godly attitude as you examine the story of David and Goliath.

    Today I want to begin a series of messages about attitude. Our attitude is such a powerful force in our lives. Your attitude will build you up or tear you down. We are living in an economic and social environment when it is vitally important that we find a positive God based attitude. Everywhere ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dying, We Live Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,948 views

    The principle of self-sacrifice is foundational to the doctrine of the Christian life. So, in our lesson today I want to examine four aspects of the principle of self-sacrifice.

    Scripture For the past few weeks we have been studying Romans 12:1-2. In Romans 12 the Apostle Paul begins applying the doctrine that he has been teaching for the previous 11 chapters. Now, it is not that he has made no application in the previous 11 chapters; he has. However, as he begins chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What's So Good About The Good News?

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on May 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,285 views

    The grace that saves is the grace that works through our relationship with ourselves, with others and with God.

    When we hear the Gospel or the Good News, what comes to our mind? Do we think of a heavenly real estate deal that after signing up we are now assured of a place in heaven? Do we think of a divine fire insurance that after putting our name on the dotted line we can now heave a deep sigh of relief ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Death Collides With Life Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,617 views

    Jesus’ attitude to death and life

    When Death Collides With Life - Luke 7:11-17 Gladstone Baptist Church - 3/7/05 am Last week we spoke about an amazing display of great faith. Do you remember - Jesus healed the Centurion’s servant and the outcome was tremendous for all concerned ... - The Slave lived - The Centurion was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Mother's Work Is Never Done

    Contributed by Jim Drake on May 18, 2009
    based on 27 ratings
     | 51,147 views

    Have you ever noticed that we are always looking for a future time in our lives when things are supposed to get easier? The same is true with mothers. Any of us who have gone through all the cycles of raising children know that it never gets any easier. T

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com I don’t know what it is about people, but we’re always looking for the time in our lives when things are going to get easier. The same is true with mothers. First, you think, if I ever get through with this pregnancy, it’ll be a lot easier. Then come night ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    What A Disciple Looks Like Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,580 views

    An examination of what a disciple is supposed to look like.

    WHAT A DISCIPLE LOOKS LIKE - Matthew 28:16-20 This very familiar passage is known as the Great Commission. It records one of the last times Jesus spoke to His disciples and the mission He gave them when He left. He said, “Go and make disciples.” The mission Jesus gave to those gathered that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chip Monck avatar

    Who Cares...when I Am In Debt Up To My Eyeballs? Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jul 25, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,788 views

    Fifth in a series exploring life crisis, based on the promotional materials provided by Outreach in their "Who Cares" campaign. This message explores financial debt.

    (This message extensively based on the sermon starters provided in the "Who Cares" package materials from Outreach.) Have you ever experienced something, or some time in your life when things got so bad that you couldn’t do anything but laugh? Ever been there? Just had to laugh it off? Well, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Ron Murphy avatar

    Learning To Hear God's Voice Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Aug 3, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,653 views

    Answer’s to our prayers are not always what we expect. What do we do when God speaks, but His answer is "Not Yet."

    Introduction: I. We have been looking these past weeks at listening to the voice of God. A. The first week, we looked at what it takes to be prepared to hear from God. B. In the second week, we looked at a few ways that God speaks to us. 1. The Bible, 2. Teachers, 3. Impressions, call ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • John McElwee avatar

    Something Greater

    Contributed by John Mcelwee on Aug 4, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 15,748 views

    This address was prepared for the memorial service for Samuel M. Hamilton (1910-2000)long time preaching elder at Hays Christian Church and professor of philosophy Biblical literature at Fort Hays State University, Hays Kansas.

    Remarks prepared for the memorial Service for Sam M. Hamilton (never delivered) Something Greater Today we want to celebrate the life and memory of Sam Hamilton. It is fitting that one who had so much influence upon the lives of so many be remembered. Most of you are here because Sam made an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ken Pell avatar

    Mushrooms Or Maple Trees: Sermon #7 Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 12, 2007
     | 3,511 views

    Jesus’ words challenge His people to renewal, purity, and dedication.

    Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #7 Sermon Objective: Jesus’ words challenge His people to renewal, purity, dedication. PRE-SERVICE INTRODUCTION We are in a sermon series called Mushrooms and Maple Trees. Mushrooms sprout up overnight and then wither away in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • T. Michael Crews avatar

    The Unveiling Of A Masterpiece Series

    Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Aug 13, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,482 views

    An introductory sermon to a series on the book of the Revelation.

    How do you recognize a masterpiece? Sometimes it’s not even easy for artists themselves to tell. There is an old legend of the famous abstract painter Picasso showing off his latest painting to the sculptor Rodin (The Thinker.) Rodin looked hard at the unsigned painting, then turned it one way, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist