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  • Steve Lotze avatar

    Burying Sara

    Contributed by Steve Lotze on Mar 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,814 views

    Sometimes in our lives and in the life of a church there are things that God wants us to leave behind, and until we do we cannot embrace the powerful promise of the future.

    Burying Sara Gen. 23 Though the passing of this year was not as spectacular as Y2K, it is none the less a very important threshold we have crossed. We’ve just crossed over into the new millennium! - (Explain: no year "0") Culture has changed From agricultural (radio) Industrial (TV) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Love Series

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Mar 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,545 views

    JUDAS NOT ISCARIOT WANTED TO KNOW HOW JESUS WOULD MANIFEST HIMSELF TO THE SAVED. JESUS INFORMED HIM THAT THE ANSWR RESTED IN THE POWER OF LOVE. LET’S LEARN THE SECRET OF THE POWER OF LOVE.

    SCRIPTURE: JOHN 14:15-24 SUBJECT: THE POWER OF LOVE THROUGHOUT THE BIBLE . . . LOVE - CENTRAL/CONSISTENT THEME. GENESIS 1:26 – IMAGE OF GOD . . . HOSEA/GOMER . . . SONG OF SOLOMON 4:10 – SHULAMITE – LONGING FOR HER KING . . . “HOW MUCH BETTER THAN WINE IS YOUR LOVE.” DAVID – II SAMUEL 1:26 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rejecting The Cornerstone

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,608 views

    The cornerstone in biblical times was the first and most important stone laid in the foundation or the top and key supporting stone in an arch. In either case, it was the most important part of the structure.

    Additional texts: Isaiah 43:16-21; Psalm 126; Philippians 3:8-14 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) The Pharisees were often confused ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    How To Be A Friend Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 2, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,286 views

    How can we develop a friendship with Jesus rather than a mere acquaintanc relationship?

    April, 2007 “How to Be a Friend of Jesus” John 15:9-17 Introduction: A middle school teacher asked her class to write imaginative definitions of a friend. One student said, “A friend is a pair of open arms in a society of armless people.” Another said, “A friend is a warm bedroll on a cold and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Glimpse Of His Glory

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 3, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,432 views

    Message about the Transfiguration and the Father’s command to "Listen to Him!"

    A Glimpse of His Glory Matthew 17:1-13 March 25, 2007 I think it’s possible that no one in here would be upset if God were to give them some sort of experience that would send shivers down their spine and change their lives forever. Maybe He’d take you to some faraway place filled with clouds ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Doing What He Asks Of Us

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 5, 2007
     | 2,011 views

    A short but challenging homily. The disciples were sent to go and get a donkey for Jesus. How do we respond when Jesus asks things of us?

    I have some Christian friends who were convinced about 2 years ago that God was asking them to buy their local pub and to continue to run it as a pub with food and alcohol being served. (At this point those of you who are anti alcohol – for whatever reason - may already be feeling sceptical, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Living At A Higher Level

    Contributed by Wade Allen on Apr 9, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 17,018 views

    Preached at the "Sermon at the Mount" in Rogers, OH at the Lake Mount Church of Christ.

    None of us want to be average. I doubt that anyone got up this morning and thought to themselves, “I want to see how bad I can look today.” Now, before you judge me realize God made me this way. None of us want to simply be average. Parents do not dream about their children being ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Partnering On The Journey

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 14, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,039 views

    The earlier followers of Jesus were known simply as “followers of The Way.” The way of Jesus is a way of peace, a way of mercy, and a way of grace. Christianity is more than simply an ethic or a philosophy. The early disciples lived together and broke

    Introduction The loaded station wagon pulled into the only remaining campsite. Four youngsters leaped from the vehicle and began feverishly unloading gear and setting up a tent. The boys then rushed off to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Presenting Our Body

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,783 views

    Discipleship requires surrendering our being.

    PRESENTING OUR BODIES ROMANS 12:1 Avery Willis shared that God intends for the body to perform these essential functions: 1. Identification in the world – the way you look. 2. Participation in the world – the way you act. 3. Communication with others – the way you relate ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Running From The Cross Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,840 views

    A look at Peter’s denial and what motivates us to run away from the cross rather than to it.

    1. Title: Running From The Cross 2. Text: Matthew 26:57, 69-75; Mark 14:53-54, 66-72; Luke 22:54-62, John 18:16-27 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd. April 2, 2006. 2nd in the series “Walk to the Cross” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand seriousness of Peter’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Making Light Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 3, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,212 views

    Sin is not just a problem for non Christians, but also for those who are called "children of Light." This text highlights the transforming nature of the light of Jesus as we let it expose our sin.

    Making Light of Sin Ephesians 5:2-14 Introduction A man and his wife were shopping at a mall and a pretty young woman. The man’s eyes followed her. Without looking up from the item she was examining, his wife asked, "Was it worth the trouble you’re in?" This little joke makes us laugh in part ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dan Brown avatar

    Dependance On God Series

    Contributed by Dan Brown on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,974 views

    The first step in following X is to be wholly committed to Him, Allow Him to rule in our lives, come before Him poor in spirit, realizing your need for Him, bow before Him and Him alone,

    EPIC-2/9/03-Dependance on God Begin a series I am going to call vintage Xianity. Why? When we look @ the xian faith as it is practiced today it can appear to be clouded by century’s of tradition, in vintage xianity going back to the beginning. Webster’s defines vintage as-being of old, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Compass, Unitard, Well Worn Boots

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 4, 2006
     | 1,771 views

    Let your congregation know the three things that a disciple of Jesus can not be without. (heart pointed to Jesus, a willingness to grapple with Jesus in relationship--get to know who he really is, and to walk in His steps. Scripture is taken from a vari

    Compass, Unitard, Well Worn Boots “Compass, Unitard, Well Worn Boots” (say these three seemingly unrelated things out loud, in the tradition of Johnny Carson’s character, alluded to below, but then proceed to talk about the following material first, before giving the “question” that those ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Six Hearts (On The Road To Emmaus)

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 9,504 views

    An Encounter with the Risen Lord Strengthens Our Weak Hearts with Simple, Rejuvenating Faith! (the 6 headings in this sermon were heard in a sermon by my mentor Doug Kostowski, Miami, FL. The body of the material is mine)

    Short summation of the gospel/crucifixion? Bring up to speed succinctly. And the story grows on by His mercy Certain people stand out to me. People that are unusual. Remarkable. Memorable. People that directly or indirectly shape my outlook on life—maybe some even my life itself. • High ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Normal Disciple

    Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,528 views

    A normal disciple must CONTINUE THE WORK OF THE MASTER.

    INTRODUCTION All authority in Heaven and on earth was given to Me. Mat 28:19 Then having gone (GO) , disciple all nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, Mat 28:20 teaching them to observe all things, whatever I commanded you. And, behold, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist