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  • Larry Thompson avatar

    The Persecuted Church Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Nov 5, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 22,134 views

    This message was preached during a Month of Missions emphasis and illustrates the need for awareness among evangelicals regarding those who are being persecuted for their faith in Christ.

    Jesus, Hope of the Nations “The Persecuted Church” Month of Missions - 2003 Various Scripture Texts – © Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2003) John 15:20 (NIV) “Remember the words I spoke to you: ’No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also. If they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    What American Idol Do We Follow?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 10, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,810 views

    "The the dearest idol I have known. Whate’er that idol be. Help me to tear it from the throne and worship only Thee."

    What American Idol Do You Follow? "I am the Lord God. You shall have no other idols before me." (Exodus 20:2,3) Recently, American Idol pulled in over 60 million viewers and continues to be the number show on television. Many people long to find heroes to follow only to be disillusioned by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James Bryant avatar

    The Last One Picked

    Contributed by James Bryant on Jul 10, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,625 views

    Not being the First One Picked is not always so bad. Read this manuscript concerning The last One Picked. You will forever see things differently...

    "THE LAST ONE PICKED" How many of you ever remember being picked for some sports team while in school? There’s always the last one or two left that must be picked. And the last pick always felt like dirt… But there was also someone in the bible that was the last one picked. There was one in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Sherman Gordon avatar

    Right Place, Wrong Time

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Dec 15, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,915 views

    THE DISCIPLES WERE IN THE RIGHT PLACE FOR FISHING, BUT BECAUSE THAT IS NOT WHERE GOD COMMISSIONED THEM TO BE, IT WAS THE WRONG TIME. ARE YOU WHERE GOD WANTS YOU?

    SCRIPTURE: JOHN 21:1-3 SUBJECT: RIGHT PLACE, WRONG TIME PATIENCE – VIRTUE SLOTHFULNESS – SIN CHALLENGE – BELIEVER . . . LEARN HOW TO DISCERN . . . GOD WAITING ON YOU/I TO MAKE THE NEXT MOVE VERSUS YOU/I WAITING ON GOD TO MAKE THE NEXT MOVE CRITICAL . . . ABRAHAM AND SARAI . . . HEBREW ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Father Does Best Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 23, 2007
    based on 65 ratings
     | 71,765 views

    What’s the key to being a successful father? In Psalm 128, there are at least three traits that can bring God’s blessing into your home.

    OPEN: Proverbs 31 tells about the value of virtuous wife and mother. One woman has taken those thoughts from that chapter and applied them to her husbands and the father of her children: Who can find a virtuous man? For his worth is far above chocolate. The heart of his wife safely trusts him; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    With An Unsaved Spouse Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 25, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,530 views

    In 1 Peter 3:1-7 we can see The Wife’s Responsibility of being A) Submissive, B) Faithful and C) Modest

    Lina Joy, 43, lost the court battle to change her religion from Islam to Christianity on Wednesday when the Malaysian Federal Court ruled she should seek permission to officially change her religion from Islam to Christianity at Islamic Shariah courts. Joy had been engaged in a legal battle for six ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Passing On The "Christian Baton"! Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,005 views

    Like Isaac being called by God to be a witness for Him and passing on the "calling" to Jacob, Christians are also called and are to pass the baton of Good News of Christ.

    This picture was during the 2008 Olympic Games in China. What can you say about this picture?? A relay running race is a team event in which you have to pass a baton from one teammate to another in order to finish the race. The US Team dropped the baton and was disqualified from the race. It has ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Letting Go To Receive

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Apr 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,338 views

    To receive God’s gifts and grace we need to let go of things, attitudes and even our understanding of how things should be.

    The sermon began with the following visual “I have asked Andy Broom to help me with today’s sermon.” Like every other journey we go on throughout our journey in life we pick up many packages and things. We pick up: The package of WHAT PEOPLE THINK & SAY ABOUT ME!!! The package of WHAT I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Be Poor In Spirit Series

    Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Feb 10, 2011
     | 7,480 views

    Being poor in spirit has absolutely nothing to do with depression or finances. This sermon gives a description of the poor in spirit that Jesus calls us to.

    The teacher in a Bible class asked a woman to read from the Book of Numbers about the Israelites wandering in the desert. "The Lord heard you when you wailed, 'If only we had meat to eat!' " she began. "Now the Lord will give you meat. You will not eat it for just one day, or two days, or five, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Part 2 Of 5: Why Do Some People In The Church Think Differently From Me? Series

    Contributed by Jerry Blaxton on Aug 27, 2009
     | 4,729 views

    There’s an awful lot in the Bible about the church being united, but there are so many differences between people that affect the church. Why is that?

    Series: Questions About the Church Part 2 of 5: Why Do Some People in the Church Think Differently from Me? Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:7, 11-12, 26; 3:1-2,4 Introduction Last week I started a series of messages dealing with questions people may have about the church, and I talked about “What the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bishop Johnathan Hester avatar

    The Pursuit Of Holiness

    Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Sep 2, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,148 views

    Without holiness, no one will see the Lord,,, The weight of this passage is clear,we,,,we,, we can’t be with God without first being holy....

    Hebrews 12:14-12:14 The Pursuit of Holiness Hebrews 12:14 Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord: Consider for a moment the implication of this passage. Without holiness, no one will see the Lord,,, The weight of this passage is clear,we,,,we,, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Kirk Wannop avatar

    Preparing To Receive God's Will

    Contributed by Kirk Wannop on Jan 16, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,384 views

    It's hard to find God's will because it's hard to do God's will. While seeking God's will you are being prepared to succeed in it.

    Preparing to Receive Gods Will Romans 12:1-2 Jan 9th, 2011 Every Christian should be occupied with finding the will of God. They should be obsessed with finding the will of God. If only finding our way into God’s will was as easy as turning on a GPS. Finding our way geographically is so ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    A Proper Checkup

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 7, 2011
     | 7,678 views

    This message was 'inspired' by Michael Catt's message "The Snare of Success" calling us to check ourselves about being ready for God to work in us.

    Proper checkup 2 Chronicles 26 * Were I to ask, “How many here desire to leave a lasting impact, a legacy-if you will, of making an eternal difference in your family, friends, and the like,” I believe that more than 90% of us would say, “I do.” * Interestingly enough, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike DuBose avatar

    The Spirit Filled Mom

    Contributed by Mike Dubose on May 8, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,766 views

    Pentecost Sunday and Mother’s Day should equal a Spirit Filled Mom. This sermon points our the importance of being a Spirit Filled Mom.

    The Spirit Filled Mom John 7: 37-39 May 11, 2008 Today is a very unique day in the church… Because Easter came so early this year, Pentecost Sunday is being celebrated on Mother’s Day… Or, maybe Mother’s Day is being celebrated on Pentecost Sunday… Whichever the case, today we ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Help I Think I'm Falling In Love

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,754 views

    This sermon deals with guarding our hearts before entering relationships. Instead of looking for the right person, one should work on being the right person.

    Help I Think I Am Falling In Love Proverbs 4:20-27 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 We are beginning a new series today entitled “Love Is The Answer”. The series is going to deal with relationships and how we can make them stronger , healthier and happier in our daily lives. The first message ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed