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  • Sterling Franklin avatar

    A Pure Heart To Serve The Lord

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Dec 19, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 23,292 views

    Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully. In a society that embraces sin, how do we keep clean?

    Additional Recommended Scripture Reading: Psalm 51 We live in a generation today that embraces sin all over the place. Writers of most television shows don’t present a message pleasing to the Lord, instead they write about violence, gratuitous sex, gossip, and hate. You can turn to any ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James May avatar

    Choosing The Right Road

    Contributed by James May on Dec 30, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 24,048 views

    As we come to the end of this year and face the year 2002, there are pathways ahead that we must choose to walk upon. Let’s be sure that we choose the right way.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tony Clarke avatar

    I See Dead Men Walking Series

    Contributed by Tony Clarke on Jan 6, 2002
    based on 63 ratings
     | 6,919 views

    Part 1 of a five part series that will be preached. Series is aimed to encourage increased committment to a life mission.

    Text: Eph. 2:2-10 Theme: I See Dead Men Walking Ephes. 2:1-10 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; [2] Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tony Britt avatar

    A Life Of Thanks!

    Contributed by Tony Britt on Jan 9, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 8,378 views

    This Sermon focuses on the importance of living a life that says thanks to Jesus for all he has done for us. Also being thankful in life and with others.

    A Life Of Thanks An Elderly lady just finished shopping and she walks toward the door with her hands filled with bags and there is a young man coming into the store who sees that her hands are full and he graciously opens the door for her to walk through. She turned to that young man with a sigh ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Lukewarm Church

    Contributed by Rickey Shive on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 431 ratings
     | 122,526 views

    A sermon designed to motivate complacent Christians to become more committed and involved in the church.

    Introduction: When I was a kid growing up on the farm, one of the annual jobs I always looked forward to was the "chicken harvest." I guess I should apologize in advance for the somewhat graphic nature of this illustration; however, it best illustrates my point. Nonetheless, I looked forward to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • W. Bryan Wheeler avatar

    The Grace Of Predestination Series

    Contributed by W. Bryan Wheeler on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
     | 12,502 views

    The first manifestation of God’s grace toward us is not the cross of Jesus Christ, but the eternal choice of God the Father.

    Exposition on Ephesians - #5 ‘THE GRACE OF PREDESTINATION’ Preached on January 14th 2001 (pm) Text: Read; Ephesians 1:3-6 Intro: In our last study, we considered what we called the ‘WHY ME?’ question—the question that every true Christian, at one time or another asks—‘Lord, Why me? Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W. Bryan Wheeler avatar

    The Grace Of God The Father Series

    Contributed by W. Bryan Wheeler on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,162 views

    The grace of God that brings salvation should fill us with wonder and astonishment; with praise and adoration for the ‘God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ’ because—He CHOSE US in Christ… He PREDESTINED US to adoption as sons… and He has ACCEPTED US in

    Exposition on Ephesians - #4 ‘THE GRACE OF GOD THE FATHER’ Preached on January 7th 2001 Text: Ephesians 1:4-5 Intro: We’ve described our study in the book of Ephesians, as a kind of spiritual treasure hunt. For those of us who have some experience in searching for spiritual treasure, this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nathan Robertson, Jr. avatar

    Catch The Vision

    Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 3, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 33,207 views

    This is a sermon for Men, but women should be able to follow along. It was preached for a Brotherhood Annual Sunday Morning.

    Text: 1. I will stand my watch And set myself on the rampart, And watch to see what He will say to me, And what I will answer when I am corrected. 2. Then the LORD answered me and said: "Write the vision And make it plain on tablets, That he may run who reads it. 3. For the vision is yet for an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Depression: Taking Care Of The Psychological Needs Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,788 views

    NOt only did God deal with Elijah physically he also used what we consider modern day phychological methods

    I Kings 19:1-18 Depression: Taking Care of the Psychological Needs Introduction A. Today we are going to finish our study on depression B. I hope you have found it to be very beneficial to you C. I am sorry that I did not tape these sermons, It is something I have to get in the habit of doing I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Dan Cormie avatar

    The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 7: Holiness Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 15, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 8,967 views

    Seventh in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #7 - Holiness.

    7, December 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Seven: Holiness Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Jay McPhearson avatar

    The God Who Answers Prayer

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Dec 23, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,031 views

    Prayer is how you open your heart to God¡¦s will

    Matthew 6:5-15 December 1, 2002 DT.: Prayer is how you open your heart to God¡¦s will. TITLE: ¡§The God Who Answers Prayer¡¨ Intro: Early African converts to Christianity were earnest and regular in private devotions. Each one reportedly had a separate spot in the thicket where he would pour out ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Lord Is My Shepherd I Will Not Lack Any Good Thing

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 31, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 13,418 views

    It has been said that the greatest strain on relationships is the fear of not having enough provisions, money or material needs. Yet, people like Hudson Taylor, the founder of the China Inland Mission, understood that his 5000 missionaries would never ha

    The Lord is My Shepherd I Will Not Lack Any Good Thing (Psa 23:1-6) It has been said that the greatest strain on relationships is the fear of not having enough provisions, money or material needs. Yet, people like Hudson Taylor, the founder of the China Inland Mission, understood that his 5000 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul George avatar

    The Pearl Of Great Price

    Contributed by Paul George on Jan 29, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,894 views

    "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking fine pearls, and upon finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold all he had and bought it”

    "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking fine pearls, and upon finding one pearl of great value, he went and sold all he had and bought it” (Matthew 13:45,46). The popular and current interpretation of this parable claims Christianity is like a man who earnestly desires and ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Derrick Thompson, Sr. avatar

    It Is Time To Grow Up

    Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jan 30, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 10,897 views

    There are people today who just like to remain young or just like to be babies, and just do not want to grow up; they just like to eat, play and sleep and have nothing to worry about, but it is time to grow up.

    January 25th, 2004 Let us pray Welcome... Our theme this year is, Glorifying God, and the word glory means to give glory, honor or high praise to, exalt. To give glory especially through worship. Our key verse for the year is taken from Matthew 5 verse 16.....Let’s say it together, "Let your ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Michael Luke avatar

    Restoring The Power Of The New Testament Church Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 2, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 7,816 views

    The New Testament church operated in power not weakness. So many congregations are failing, weak, troubled, and dying because they’re operating out of human power and not the power of the Holy Spirit.

    SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 2:1-13 TITLE: “RESTORING THE POWER OF THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH” INTRODUCTION: A. A mechanic in Mangum, Oklahoma, answered the distress call of a woman motorist, whose car had stalled. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ