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  • Shane Brooks avatar

    Do Not Neglect Your Gift - Pt. 3 Series

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jan 30, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,915 views

    Use what the good Lord gave ya.

    Do not neglect your gift 1 Timothy 4:12 Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity. 13 Till I come, give attention to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine. 14 Do not neglect the gift that is in you, which was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    It's Not What I Expected

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 26, 2001
    based on 354 ratings
     | 48,460 views

    This sermon deals with things not turning out in life as we had expected them to do by looking at John The Baptist.

    It’s Not What I Expected! 5/30/99 Psalm 77:1-12 Luke 1:47-80 Text Matthew 11:1-11 & Mark 6:14-29 Have you ever ordered something from a magazine or off TV and you thought, “boy it would be great to have one of those.” The price was right, so you sent off for it and when you opened the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Skepticism Or Commitment? Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 30, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,767 views

    You can read "What is truth?" as cynical skepticism, as playful intellectualism, as the plaintive cry of a battered soul, or as the hopeful sound of a hungry heart.

    It was our first Thanksgiving on our own; always before we had traveled to our parents, but now, with a baby in the house and with other responsibilities, we had elected to do it our own, complete with a full-fledged roasted turkey. Margaret had done a magnificent job. Brother turkey presented ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Child, A Messiah

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 6, 2004
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,514 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent

    3rd Sunday in Advent Matthew 11:2-11 "A child, A Messiah"   "Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, "Are you he who is to come, or shall we look for another?" And Jesus answered them, "Go and tell John what you hear and see: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Peter Schmidt avatar

    No One Said This Would Be Easy Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Dec 29, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,460 views

    On the day after Christmas, on St. Stephen’s Day, we learn that though getting to heaven is easy through Jesus, carrying his cross on earth often times isn’t. But if being a Christian is difficult, it is even more so for the unbeliever.

    Festival of St. Stephen Matthew 23:34-39 I have always had a healthy respect for all branches of the military, and not to take anything away from the other divisions of our armed forces, but one branch particularly stands out in my mind: the Marine Corps. What is their slogan that you see on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why God Used Stephen In Such Powerful Ways

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 23, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 5,763 views

    The Lord multiplies those who are willing to follow Christ in all aspects of life even if it means personal sacrifice. Stephen spoke out against the idolatry of the people who trusted more in the gods of their own making than Jehovah. (Acts 7:40) It might

    Why God Used Stephen’s Willingness to Die for What He Believed (Acts 7) Illustration:Ministry that costs nothing, accomplishes nothing. John Henry Jowett. 1. Jesus said, “If anyone will come after me let him deny himself, take up his cross daily and follow me.” (Luke 9:23) The Lord multiplies ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Stephen: The 1st Christian Martyr"

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 12,596 views

    This message examines the life and influence of Stephen, the first Christian martyr.

    STEPHEN: THE FIRST CHRISTIAN MARTYR Text: Acts 6:8-15 "And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people. Then there arose certain of the synagogue, which is called the synagogue of the Lib- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Brethren Of Christ Iv Series

    Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 26, 2000
    based on 67 ratings
     | 2,691 views

    This sermon examines the names of the brothers of Jesus.

    “Brethren of Christ” Matt. 13:55 James = Supplant: Works, Wisdom, Willingness Joses = Sympathy: Nearness, Necessity, Neighbor (Jepthah) Simon = He that Hears: Hear of His Promise, Peace, & Priest “Judas” Jude 1 Praise of The Lord 1) We Will Remember 1A) The Regret v. 5 Luke 9:62 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Poverty Of Riches Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 12, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 4,723 views

    exposition on matt ch19v16-30

    THE POVERTY OF RICHES Matthew 19 v. 16 - 30 The rich young ruler’s request "what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?" We notice here :- 1. His Respect for the Lord v. 16 "good Master" - Campbell Morgan describes this man as " A man of fine natural temperment, a man of courage ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    What Can We Learn From Mary Magdalene?

    Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 299 ratings
     | 70,953 views

    Investigates some common misconceptions about Mary Magdalene. We can learn how to love Jesus from Mary’s persistence, sincerity, and enthusiasm.

    Today is the day when we honor Mary Magdalene, dedicated follower of Jesus. Legends about Mary Magdalene abound. In fact, Mary Magdalene is probably most well-known for false details and unproven facts in her life. Often she is identified as a former prostitute, but there is nothing in the Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    So, What's Wrong With Avis?

    Contributed by John Beehler on Jan 10, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 6,076 views

    There’s nothing wrong with being #2 as long Jesus is #1.

    So, What’s Wrong With Avis? To say John the Baptist was unique would be an understatement. He had taken a Nazirite vow. Now a Nazirite vow contained 3 main conditions: refrain from wine and other intoxicants, not allow a razor to touch one’s hair, and not go near a dead body -–not ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Wayne Clarke avatar

    Timothy Series

    Contributed by Wayne Clarke on Nov 20, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 16,239 views

    Profile of Timothy, co-worker with Paul, based on his family background and ministry.

    Timothy Series on Paul’s Partners Bible passages Acts 15:39-16:5, Phil 2:19-24, Tim 1:3-8 Tim – one of the most important and most interesting characters in the NT – story hard to piece together. Acts… in Paul’s letters, writer with Paul of 6 of them… 2 books letters written to him in Ephesus… ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Doubt Christian?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 10, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,222 views

    Should Christians ever doubt - and what should we do if we do?

    Doubt: Mt 11:1-15 This morning’s Gospel reading shows how doubt comes to that great man of God, John the Baptist. How come you might ask? Last week’s reading showed John the Baptist being very sure that Jesus was the Messiah. He had heard the words of God the Father announcing that Jesus was ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "Philip: Preacher On The Run"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 25, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 2,744 views

    Our opportunity for service may be in sight in a moment, and bypass us in another if we’re not ready to run to obedience. Philip ran to do God’s bidding.

    Following the Acts record it would appear that the newborn church had been pretty cozy and comfortable, up until the martyrdom of Stephen. It had begun with a very public demonstration of God’s power in the coming of the Holy Spirit, Peter and the others had boldly proclaimed their risen Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Why John The Baptist?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 3, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 5,829 views

    Why did God call and entrust his message to John the Baptist rather than Herod or the priests

    Thornage 07-12-03 Luke 3:1-8 The mission of John the Baptist Have you ever wondered why God spoke to an uncouth fellow like John the Baptist rather than to the “great and good” like King Herod or the High Priest Caiaphas. Conventional wisdom would dictate ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican