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  • Roger Spaugh avatar

    The Affirmation Of Praise

    Contributed by Roger Spaugh on Oct 18, 2000
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    TEXT: (2 Chronicles 20:15-22), “And he said, Hearken ye, all Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem, and thou king Jehoshaphat, Thus saith the LORD unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours, but God’s.

    TEXT: (2 Chronicles 20:15-22), “And he said, Hearken ye, all Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem, and thou king Jehoshaphat, Thus saith the LORD unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours, but God’s. To morrow go ye down against them: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Generosity Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 28, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
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    Generosity isn’t something religious fanatics do; it’s a lifestyle of sharing Christ’s love that enriches the giver.

    Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes ”Generosity” Ecclesiastes 11:1-8 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts I worked for a Colonel who wasn’t very generous with advice. I’d go to his office, seeking guidance, only to leave empty-handed. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Principles Of Communion

    Contributed by Thomas Lanthrip on Sep 20, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
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    Communion is a time of celebration, remembrance, fellowship and recommitment to God and to one another. I think we take the “Lord’s Supper” to lightly in the life of the “modern Church”; in so doing we diminish the spiritual impact on our lives as individ

    The Principles of Communion For The Believer and unbeliever “Should I or should I not partake” Luke 22: 14-23 John 13:18-30 Intro: Communion is a time of celebration, remembrance, fellowship and recommitment to God and to one another. I think we take the “Lord’s Supper” to lightly in the life of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do We Take Time?

    Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Jan 19, 2007
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    This sermon is a challenge to our ideas of what constitutes real worship. Do we give adequate time to worship?

    In the name of the LORD I welcome you to this morning’s service at Kistler’s Chapel. Are you glad to be here today? Most of the time I am grateful to be in worship service on Sunday morning. If by chance I have to miss a Sunday, my week feels unfulfilled; as if I have forgotten something vital ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Joseph Rodgers avatar

    The Law Of The Harvest

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006
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    You reap what you sow.

    The Law of the Harvest Gal. 6:7-9 Intro: The Power of One Decision Quote: A lifetime of good decision can be destroyed by one poor decision. Idea: We all know this to be true… Idea: Law of Gravity – if you try to defy it, it will hurt you – the Law of the Harvest (Sowing & Reaping) is just as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    God On Trial

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 24, 2007
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    Response to the Virginia Tech Massacre dealing with the Christian response to things like this

    Text: Romans 9:14-21, Title: God on Trial, Subject: Theodicy, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/22/07, AM A. Opening illustration: “Our God who is omnipotent is also weak in that God has imposed limitations on God’s omnipotence to give us the space to have a real autonomy” – Bishop Tutu, “The only answer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What To Wear Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 18, 2006
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    When we clothe ourselves with Christ, things will change for us and with us.

    INTRODUCTION • Last week we look at some things we need to rid ourselves of as we strive to live the new life we have in Christ. • If I were to re-title that message to flow with this week, it would be called, “What Not To Wear.” • SLIDE #1 • This week we are going to look at “What To ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Developing An Eternal Portfolio Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 31, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,806 views

    The value we place on God sets the trajectory of our spiritual growth as Christians.

    Developing an Eternal Portfolio Matt. 6:19-21 Jan. 22, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: When I was in college, most of the time I took as many classes, as many credit hours as they would let me take. I wanted to get through with school ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Bandages Of Love"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Feb 27, 2007
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    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to show compassion for their neighbors.

    “Bandages of Love” Luke 10:25-37 (NIV) 26 February 2007 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Instructor Training Course Demonstration San Antonio, Texas BIG IDEA: Christians should be compassionate to their neighbors. References: Luke 10:25-37 (NIV); Romans 15:1-2 KJV - (We then that are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Join The Revolution Series

    Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Feb 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,864 views

    Introduction to a series on the Message of Jesus

    Introduction According to a landmark survey by academics from Baylor University in the USA each person has one of four possible views of God (authoritarian, benevolent, critical and distant), and that the viewpoint they hold is a predictor of many other beliefs and practices. The poll, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Discovering A Caring Community Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005
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     | 3,524 views

    How the church is to be a growing and caring family.

    God has intended the Christian community to be a growing family characterized by sharing and fellowship. The churches love however, should never stop flowing here. Although we are to keep a constant eye on the needs of their fellow members, they are equally concerned with loving and serving the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Juan Lane avatar

    The Goodness Of God

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 16, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,850 views

    When we use the phrase "God is good" are we misinterpreting the Word

    The Goodness of God Subtitle: Are we misinterpreting the word? Scripture Reference: Mark 10:17-22 / Mark10:18 (KJV) Mark 10: 17-22 17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Authentic Love

    Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Aug 6, 2002
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    A Christ Followers involvement in the world is to be salt and light. What happens to a culture when the light is dimmed and the salt looses its saltiness?

    Authentic Christian love John 13:31-36 Beginning: The church is moment by moment becoming more and more like the world around it. Instead of changing the world we are being changed by the world. We have bought in to a deformed love that has a defective and inauthentic DNA. We have weakened our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Johnny Carver avatar

    Reach Out And Touch Someone

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 9, 2002
    based on 279 ratings
     | 22,513 views

    Touching Jesus is the answer to our needs. But we must make it a practice to get to the place where we can make that needed contact.

    Scripture: Mark 5:25 – 34 Title: “REACH OUT AND TOUCH SOMEONE” Introduction: Jesus was on His way to Jairus’ house to heal his little 12 year old daughter when He felt a tug on His garment and on His heart. When Jesus began to inquire as to who had TOUCHED Him He discovered a little woman with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Before You Give

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 29, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
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    Getting our motives right before we give our money.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC ----------- March 28, 2004 ----------- 1“Be careful not to do your good works in public in order to attract attention. If you do, your Father in heaven will not reward you. So when you give to the poor, don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist