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  • Jeremy Lile avatar

    Rotten Tomatoes & Sour Lemons

    Contributed by Jeremy Lile on Jul 6, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,537 views

    Giving the best we got to God

    Text: Genesis 4:3-5 (NIV) 3 In the course of time Cain brought some of the fruits of the soil as an offering to the Lord.4 But Abel brought fat portions from some of the firstborn of his flock. The Lord looked with favor on Abel and his offering, 5 but on Cain and his offering1 he did not look ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    Our Absolute Need For One Another

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jul 24, 2002
    based on 89 ratings
     | 11,412 views

    In an age of social isolationism and disengagement from the body of Christ, the Lord is calling us to be a community of believers again.

    Our Absolute Need for One Another August, 2002 Acts 2: 42-47 “They devoted themselves to the apostles teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Germain Brown avatar

    To Be There

    Contributed by Germain Brown on Nov 3, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 3,940 views

    This sermon is to express the importance of being a Christ - like friend to others in need.

    Dedicated to honor My Lord, Jesus Christ and in honor of my close friend, Orlando P. Tijerina To Be There In the book of John chapter 15 verses 13 & 14 it states: “Greater love has no man than this that he that lays down his life for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Richard LaRaviere avatar

    Basic Training For Christians, Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,457 views

    Called and trained to be the Best

    Basic Training for Christians Part 4 Review from last week: 1. A soldier endures hardness 2. Stays strong and true Text: 2 Tim. 2:1-4 A. A soldier does not entangle himself with things outside of army life. Vs. 4 1. Entangleth himself Gr. 1707 emplekô; compound word from ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Honored

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 22, 2019
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    God honors those whom we ignore.

    Honored Luke 14: 7 - 14 Intro: Two men interviewed for the same position. The potential employer felt the candidates were equally qualified. In order to make a decision she decided to invite each to dinner on separate occasions. The 2 dinners went well making it easier for the employer to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Signs

    Contributed by Bill Stonebraker on Jan 18, 2022
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    In John's Gospel, miracles are signs pointing to something beyond the miracle. In Jesus' 1st sign, turning water to wine, what does it point to? What's it got to do with us?

    A drunken coal miner came to Christ & went stone cold sober. He began telling all his friends about his freedom in Christ & the evils of alcohol. One friend decided to trap him. “Do you really believe Jesus turned water into wine?” “Absolutely!” he replied. “For me, He’s turned wine into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Todd Goodwin avatar

    Missing In Action (Mia)

    Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 22, 2001
    based on 124 ratings
     | 7,536 views

    We can help those who are missing in action and help bring them home by applying three principles from scripture to our lives.

    S-ubject: Apostasy C-entral Theme: Teens who leave Jesus O-bjective: We can help those who are missing in action and help bring them home by applying three principles from scripture to our lives. R-ationale: #1: OBSERVE YOUR ENVIROMENT #2: SEARCH AND RESCUE #3: RESTORE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Owens avatar

    The Cure For Conflict Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 3, 2006
    based on 87 ratings
     | 43,136 views

    James teaches us not only the cause of conflict, but the cure.

    Introduction: A. Years ago, a large statue of Christ was erected high in the Andes on the border between Argentina and Chile – called “Christ of the Andes.” 1. The statue symbolizes a pledge between the two countries. As long as the statue stands, there will be peace between Chile and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    Don't Break Your Promise

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 19, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 14,422 views

    You made a vow to the Lord don’t break that promise.

    “Don’t Break Your Promise” Matt: 26: 33 & 69-74 Ø Promise: An undertaking, declaration, and indication that something will or will not be done. It can be either written or verbal. ** When you make a promise you are giving your word on it. When you buy a car or home you sign a Promissory Note, ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Tim White avatar

    The Key To A Good Life Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 5, 2012
    based on 15 ratings
     | 22,342 views

    The wise father shares with his children the keys to getting the most out of life.

    Keys To A Good Life Proverbs 1:8-19 Wisdom can come in strange ways. Illus. Two men were out hunting in the northern U.S. Suddenly one yelled and the other looked up to see a grizzly charging them. The first started to frantically put on his tennis shoes and his friend anxiously asked, "What are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Wallis avatar

    Right Relationships, Right People Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Dec 15, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,654 views

    Having the right relationships with the right people is critical to our spiritual growth. Barnabas stood by Saul when no one else did, Peter put out those who did not have faith.

    Right People, Right Relationships December 14, 2008 How having the right relationships with the right people is critical in our spiritual growth. What do you want for Christmas? More than anything, we should want more of God in our lives. More faith, more Jesus, More Holy Spirit, more love and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Jensen avatar

    Showing Friendship To Jesus

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Feb 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,574 views

    Jesus, Peter and Peter’s mother-in-law all showed what it means to be a friend. But we need to do the same. Don’t leave Jesus in church, take Him with you everywhere you go.

    Introduction What does it mean to be a friend? Is it someone willing to help you out in your time of need? Is it someone you enjoy doing some recreation activity with? Is it someone you can tell all of your personal problems to and who helps you through a difficult time? We probably all have ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Justified Freely

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 6, 2011
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,690 views

    Ask me why I love my wife and I'll have laundry list of reasons she's lovable. But Jesus loved me while I was yet a sinner. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Justified Freely Romans 3:24 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/JustifiedFreely.html Justified = just as if I'd never sinned A one time event that happens at the moment of salvation. Sanctified = an ongoing process of growing in the Lord. Righteousness breaks down along the above lines... Imputed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matt Keller avatar

    The Story Of Zach Series

    Contributed by Matt Keller on Sep 30, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,227 views

    Many times we look at the story of Zach as being just for kids. However, I believe there are some interesting observations can be made from the text.

    “The Story of Zach” Beyond Flannelgraph: Treasured Stories, Timeless Truths – Week 2 Sunday, September 12, 2010 Text: Luke 19:1-10 C.S. Lewis says of true friendship, “True friendship is rare on earth. It means identifying with someone in thought, heart, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    There Is A Payday At The End Of The Road

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 22, 2020
     | 2,449 views

    Jesus is more than religion. Jesus is about a daily personal relationship. There are more than just 10 commandments, 613 MITZVOT AND 4,973 rules. The DO i HAVE TO attitudes misses the target of love. Our goal: THAT I MIGHT KNOW HIM...

    THERE IS A PAY DAY AT THE END OF THE ROAD By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. I have a little GROUCH and OSCAR in my pocket. One complains. One laughs. Which are you? HOW MUCH OF GOD DO WE HONESTLY DESIRE? DO WE HAVE A DAILY PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH A HOLY GOD? 2 Corinthians 3:6 Who also hath made ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God