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  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    Knowing Jesus Impacts Me

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Aug 5, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,533 views

    Knowing Jesus is meant to have an incredible impact on our relationship with ourselves, from which will come more ability to help others.

    Knowing Jesus Impacts Me August 3, 2002 How do you feel about yourself? Truth is that most of us don’t feel all that good about ourselves- our self image and self confidence are not at raging highs, but are more at lows, and have been for years- likely since we were children. What are some of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Learning To Lead

    Contributed by Melinda Richardson on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 12,727 views

    Knowing what God expects of leaders in the church

    Introduction/Background The prophet Ezekiel writes the book during the Babylonian captivity. Here we have the Israelite who were carried out of their home land, away from their relatives, friends, and homes, and yes even their beloved temple at Jerusalem. Many had gone astray from God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Vessels Fit For The Master's Use

    Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Jan 18, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 46,028 views

    There are vessels of earth with limited use and effectiveness, and there are vessels of Gold and Silver usful for every good work. Which one are you?

    Vessels Fit For The Master’s Use – Part I II Timothy 2:19-26 Preached Sunday, January 5, 2003 Introduction: My prayer and personal theme for this year is "Lord, please use me in 2003!" Our life is short and fragile; riches pass, personal pleasure is empty… the only thing that will outlive me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Que Sera Sera? What Will Be Wil Be?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 14, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,378 views

    The attitude of QUE SERA SERA is spilling into the hearts of God’s people, we need a plan to break all that binds. (Story of brown bear)

    QUE SERA SERA, WHAT WILL BE WIL BE... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Zacharus went out on a limb to see Jesus. Most today will not venture their neck or nothing for spiritual success. So we find failure on earth. WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF LIFE? IF YOU DON’T KNOW LIFE’S PURPOSE HOW ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Growing Up Into The Truth

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 4, 2002
    based on 105 ratings
     | 32,391 views

    Growing up into the truth means living life God’s way, the way of Love!

    GROWING UP INTO THE TRUTH I CORINTHIANS 13: 1-13 MARCH 3, 2002 INTRODUCTION: The Smith’s were proud of their family tradition. Their ancestors had come to America on the Mayflower. Their line had included Senators, Pastors, & Wall Street wizards. Now they decided to compile a family history, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Get Hijacked

    Contributed by Mary Lewis on Feb 11, 2001
    based on 164 ratings
     | 9,908 views

    Don’t be taken in by the world’s philosophy

    1) Introduction Imagine you are comfortably asleep in your bed. You are awakened by a crash as a window is broken. Your heart begins pounding as adrenaline pumps through your veins, preparing your body for fight or flight. You pick up the phone. The line is dead. The door bursts open. Four heavily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Is Melchizedek? Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 10, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 12,543 views

    Melchizedek seems like a mysterious figure in Genesis as he makes a brief appearance and then disappears until the New Testament. This sermon looks at the communion of Christ foreshadowed in Genesis.

    Who is Melchizedek? Genesis chapter 14 begins by detailing how the five cities of the plains rebelled against the king of Elam. We aren’t given the prior history except that these cities served this king and paid tribute to prevent being destroyed. It was not uncommon in those days for a defeated ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When No One Is Looking

    Contributed by Don Carpenter on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 175 ratings
     | 24,586 views

    We know how we out to dress, the tone our voices should take, and all the other Christian trappings that we bring to our public worship, BUT... who are we when no one is looking?

    Daniel 1:1-17 In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah came Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon unto Jerusalem, and besieged it. 2 And the Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand, with part of the vessels of the house of God: which he carried into the land of Shinar to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God To The Rescue Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Apr 6, 2001
    based on 169 ratings
     | 7,692 views

    One story began at Christmas and goes to the cross and Easter!

    God to the Rescue April 7, 2001 We’ve celebrated the meal that Jesus left us to remind us of Him and His work on earth, as well as the work that followed from His ascension to heaven. We celebrated Jesus, and each time we do, we celebrate some different facet of our Saviour. We’ve just seen the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Get There From Here

    Contributed by Roosevelt Wright on Nov 5, 2000
    based on 352 ratings
     | 48,427 views

    How to get to heaven from one's present position in life

    How to get "There" from "Here" A Sermon by Roosevelt Wright, Jr. For the Tabernacle Baptist Church Monroe, La. October 12, 1997 SCRIPTURE: "And I will bring the blind by a way that they knew not; I will lead them in paths ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Hero To Zero Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 6, 2000
    based on 234 ratings
     | 7,216 views

    A message of perspective on the changeable nature of circumstances, and the eternal, unchangeing nature of God

    From Hero to Zero (Message #13 in the Series: View From God’s Mountaintops) Isaiah 40.4 November 5, 2000 Every valley shall be exalted, and every mountain and hill shall be made low: and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough places plain: You can go from hero to zero in a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Living Life To The Fullest PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,376 views

    This sermon encourages believers to embrace the fullness of Christ, seeking deeper knowledge of Him, and living a life rooted in His teachings and blessings.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a beautiful day to gather here, in the radiant warmth of God's love and the comforting embrace of our shared faith. As we stand at the precipice of a new week, let's take this moment to pause, to breathe, to be still and know that He is God. We are here today to ...read more

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    When The Spirit Of The Lord Comes Upon You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,571 views

    This sermon emphasizes living a Spirit-filled life, following Jesus' example of service, love, and sacrifice, and being agents of His justice and joy in the world.

    Good morning, beloved family of God! It's such a joy to be gathered together in the house of the Lord, united by His grace, and bound by His love. You know, life can sometimes feel like a puzzle, with pieces scattered in every direction. But isn't it wonderful to know that we have a God who not ...read more

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    Mark Of The Beast PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,129 views

    Explores Revelation 13, seeking understanding and discernment about the prophesied beast, the advent of a cashless economy, and the implications of bearing the mark.

    Good morning, beloved friends. I'm so glad you've chosen to join us today as we gather in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I trust that His grace has been sufficient for you throughout the week and that His peace has been your constant companion. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

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    Mastering Your Mind PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,184 views

    This sermon encourages harnessing Christ's strength to overcome negative thoughts, transforming our minds through God's Word, and clinging to His promises in challenging times.

    Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, it is with a heart full of gratitude and a spirit filled with the joy of the Lord that I stand before you today. We gather in this sacred sanctuary, not as mere attendees, but as members of the family of God, united in our shared love for our ...read more

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