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  • Tim Smith avatar

    The Amazing Race Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009
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     | 9,218 views

    Paul calls us to intense training. The challenge which lies before us is nothing short of reaching the world for Christ and building God’s kingdom here on earth with a multi ethnic church. It is far beyond our current ability and it will not happen overni

    The Amazing Race Hebrews 12:1-3 Have any of you ever watched the Amazing Race? It’s a reality game show in which teams of two people race around the world in competition with other teams. Contestants strive to arrive first at the end of each leg of the race to win prizes and to avoid coming in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Getting Real With Your Enemies Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 10, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,097 views

    Opposition actually helps us grow. Hostility is destructive not only of others, but also of one’s self; and it spreads without reason. Jesus named its absurdity and then left it in the hands of God. Montgomery Hills Baptist Church

    Stress strengthens. That is a physical fact. It is also a spiritual truth. Stress strengthens. When we face opposition, we grow. When we deal with differences, we become stronger. Strange as it may sound, give thanks when you are opposed! For stress strengthens; enmity empowers; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom Greatness

    Contributed by Rj Davis on Jul 8, 2010
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    What is greatness? How do you acheive greatness? Understand what it means to be great and have success based on the example of Christ.

    In January 2009 we celebrated a historical day in our country. A nation gathered together to witness the inauguration of the 44th president of these United States, Barack Obama. And whether you voted for him or not, whether you agree with him or not on the issues, we all can applaud the achievement ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Empty Frame

    Contributed by Donald Tabberer on Jul 10, 2007
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     | 3,085 views

    Christians must display a frame filled God if we are to prperly influence the world with God’s love.

    "An Empty Frame" – Exodus 20:1-20 Sunday, July 8, 2007 In the lobby of the courthouse in Pulaski County, Kentucky there hangs a large Empty Frame… It isn’t there as a joke…It’s not a mistake either… It’s a testimony to what used to hang on this wall… The frame used to contain the Ten ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Way Of Jesus

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Jul 19, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,769 views

    Don’t let the past be the focus of your future.

    The Way of Jesus Luke 9:51-62 June 24, 2007 On Thursday, Deb and I left Luke, Ben and Emma with my parents at the Oregon coast and took off to attend a portion of our denomination’s Annual Meeting in Portland. After the meeting was over, Deb and I got back in the car to head back to our campsite ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Wait Is On

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Dec 2, 2011
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    Waiting is essential to the spiritual life. But waiting as a disciple of Jesus is not an empty waiting. It is a waiting with a promise in our hearts that makes already present what we are waiting for.

    The Wait Is On Advent #1 Nov 27, 2011 Intro: What do the following have in common: • Doctor’s office • Holiday shopping • Connecting flights • Red light • Advent Can you guess? The answer is waiting, and that that is what we are going to explore together ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First Christmas Risk-Takers

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 21, 2011
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     | 5,212 views

    Risk taking at times needs to be bold and calculated. Other times require spontaneity. Risk taking is taking on something that causes fear and has the possibility of failure. Risk taking is an essential ingredient in ministry in the Kingdom of God. Most B

    Opening illustration: Three pastors have been called Monday to report to prison in Shiraz, a city in southwestern Iran, within the next 30 days in what is estimated to be an act of religious persecution. The pastors were essentially being sentenced for having meetings at home, making the government ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Overcoming Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 14, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,467 views

    We can be easily defeated by words or ridicule. Pray and focus on what God has called us to do. Overcome fatigue, frustrations and fears by asking God for help, getting reinforcements and remembering the great and awesome God.

    What we learn last week: • God uses anyone who is willing to offer themselves to serve. He looks for availability, not capability. • So you and I have a place in God’s church, and being a member of this Body, our contribution is valuable and vital. • Since we are different ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    No Regrets

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 22, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,193 views

    If we do not have support systems we risk losing strength and stability. Everyone needs support systems. How do you draw strength for the journey? If you don’t have a close spiritual advisor, mentor, friend, you may want to look for one.

    I read a great little story this week. “In 1904 William Borden, heir to the Borden Dairy Estate, graduated from a Chicago high school a millionaire. His parents gave him a trip around the world. Traveling through Asia, the Middle East, and Europe gave Borden a burden for the world’s hurting people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Enduring Faith

    Contributed by John Harper on Feb 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,823 views

    Faith and endurance go together. Faith is not faith without endurance. Let’s stop bragging about our faith, and let’s live out a faith that will endure any situation that we may face.

    “ENDURING FAITH” Hebrews 11:30-40 January 25, 2009 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God Introduction: A small boy riding a bus home from Sunday school was very proud of the card he had received, which had a picture and a caption that read: “Have Faith in God.” Then to his dismay the card ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Can't We All Just Get Along? Series

    Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Feb 10, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,609 views

    Euodia and Syntche will forever be remembered for not getting along in the church at Philippi. What did Paul have to say about Church members in conflict?

    “WHY CAN’T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG?” To many of us the L. A. riots of several years ago were just a news story. A score of people were killed and several thousand were injured in the ensuing fights that erupted over a racially charged situation. The African-American community in L.A. correctly ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Talk The Talk And Walk The Walk Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,042 views

    Creation, Pt. 5

    TALK THE TALK AND WALK THE WALK (GENESIS 5:20-23) I asked my good friend Rev. Michael Wu on an internet chat: “I am working on Enoch, do you have anything to say about him to my congregation?” After an awkward pause, these words appeared on my monitor: “Enoch is one of the two youngest board ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Only Thing Constant Is Change

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,631 views

    Nehemiah, Pt. 3

    THE ONLY THING CONSTANT IS CHANGE: FROM AMBITION TO ADVANCEMENT (NEHEMIAH 2:11-20) In the movie Braveheart about Scotland’s struggle for independence from the English at the turn of the 14th century, William Wallace attempted to persuade the Scottish nobles to discontinue their ties with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Bread Of Life Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 4, 2008
    based on 36 ratings
     | 24,398 views

    Jesus’ claim that He is the Bread Of Life & that the way to eternal life comes by Him were not what the crowd wanted to hear. They rebelled against Him & His claims. They felt they already knew who Jesus was.

    JOHN 6: 41-51 THE BREAD OF LIFE [Numbers 11:4-8] Jesus’ proclaimation that He is the Bread Of Life and that the way to eternal life comes by Him were not what the crowd wanted to hear. They rebelled against Him and the claims ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wise Teacher

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,498 views

    This is an exposition of John 8 which shows the way the Lord dealt with the woman who was caught in the act of adultery.

    The Wise Teacher John 8:1-11 The wise teacher had to prepare for His class. His early arrival marks Jesus as being a diligent teacher who is prepared and anxious to teach His pupils. The last verse of the previous chapter tells us that all the pupils went into their own houses. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist