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  • Jason Bonnicksen avatar

    So Loved

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Apr 22, 2011
     | 3,288 views

    Let us all take out our towels from our drawers and kneel down before others, and serve them as Jesus serves us, by loving them unto the end. Let us each serve our Lord, by serving all people, in the grace of God’s ultimate and sacrificial love.

    INTRO One of the neatest gifts I’ve ever received was this little, hand towel. I was given this during my seminary commencement, and have cherished it ever since. The towel has a little saying on it: “Blessed to be a blessing” Isaiah 61:1. Isaiah 61:1-2 says: “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "A Change Of Heart And Life"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 1, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,017 views

    A sermon on repentance and coming out of the wilderness of life.

    Matthew 3:1-12 “A Change of Heart and Life” by: Ken sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN (Many ideas in the first part of this sermon are attributed to N.T. Wright) Imagine a police motorcade sweeping down Ringgold Road. First there are the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Cost Of Freedom

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,771 views

    A sermon series on the book of Galatians. We have been blessed with freedon and the more you study this great book you will be enlightened.

    The Cost of Freedom Galatians 4:17-31 They zealously court you, but for no good; yes, they want to exclude you, that you may be zealous for them. 18 But it is good to be zealous in a good thing always, and not only when I am present with you. 19 My little children, for whom I labor in birth ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jonah Floatin Series

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Dec 14, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,908 views

    This is a message about dealing with Jonah’s that have gotten into your boat and are causing much hardship, and what to do with them.

    Dealing with Personal Jonah’s, and throwing them overboard Text: Jonah 1:4-14 Last week we talked about Jonah fleeing from the presence of God and what it cost Jonah to do that, and God’s counterattack to his rebellion. We said Jonah’s rebellion: Cost Jonah the smile on God’s face, the peace in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Visitation: Jesus Is The Saviour Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 20, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,700 views

    Jesus came into the world as the Saviour to reveal God’s glory and to bring us freedom from fear, the joy of salvation, and peace on earth.

    THE VISITATION #2: JESUS IS THE SAVIOUR ILLUSTRATION: Santa Letters • Dear Santa, you did not bring me anything good last year. You did not bring me anything good the year before that. This is your last chance. Signed, Alfred. • Dear Santa, I’m not going to ask for a lot. Here’s my list: The ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Gifts Of The Wise People

    Contributed by Jay Bunting on Dec 25, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,432 views

    This sermon challenges us to bring our gifts to the King of Kings.

    Epiphany 2011 Matthew 2:1-12 Gifts of the wise people. Today’s Gospel reading is where the story of the wise men coming to worship at the feet of Jesus is told. It is during this time of year, immediately following Christmas, that we commemorate this event; and this week is widely ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Drawing Lines In The Sand

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 26, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,107 views

    The Incarnation of Jesus Christ drew a line in the sands of time. Jesus Christ is the separation of "old" and "new." As we celebrate His coming we also look forward to a new year and are encouraged to draw lines in the sand.

    Drawing Lines in the Sand Philippians 3:13-14 Introduction: The Incarnation of Jesus Christ drew a line in the sands of time. The birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Christ are the "turning points" in world history. It is interesting to note that the purpose of the BC / AD dating ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Miracles That Never Happened!

    Contributed by Lark Lewis on Jul 14, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,605 views

    This sermon is about things that we miss because we fell to believe!

    Miracles that Never Happened! Matthew 13:54-58 And when he was come into his own country, he taught them in their synagogue, insomuch that they were astonished, and said, Whence hath this man this wisdom, and these mighty works? 55Is not this the carpenter's son? is not his mother called Mary? ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Develop Great Habits Series

    Contributed by David Whitten on Aug 2, 2011
     | 11,637 views

    This has been a lesson on practical Christian living. It has been a challenge for us to consider our current commitment and a challenge us to improve in the areas of ours thought life, our Prayer life and in the area of personal sacrifice.

    Develop Great Habits by David Whitten Luke 9:23-9:23 Develop Great Habits We have been in this series of "Going from Good to Great in God's Eyes" This has been a lesson on practical Christian living. It has been a challenge for us to consider our current commitment and a challenge us to improve ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Becoming A Community Church Series

    Contributed by Charles Mims on Jan 11, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,025 views

    Building a church community within our neighborhood

    Becoming a Community Church January 16, 2010 Romans 15:1-4 1Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of those without strength and not just please ourselves. 2Each of us is to please his neighbor for his good, to his edification. 3For even (D)Christ did not please Himself; but as it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Has Tattoos

    Contributed by David Diyanni on Jan 11, 2011
    based on 15 ratings
     | 45,712 views

    Many pastors preach against tattoos, too bad they didn't tell God. He has tattoos on His hands!

    God Has Tattoos! A. In the Book of Isaiah 49:16-17, we read that Israel was in a time of great trouble. God was judging them for their rebellion and sin. The Babylonians had come in and destroyed their country and carried many away captive. The people were crying out, "Where is God in all of ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    Light Following, Darkness Shattering Disciples

    Contributed by Roger Nichols on Jan 22, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,258 views

    A sermon for the 3rd sunday of Epiphany, Year A from Matthew 4: 12-25

    Matthew 4: 12-25 Darkness shattering, light following, Disciples I was washing dishes Friday night, [Yeah, I do that sort of thing] And everything suddenly Went dark. Our electric power, Along with the electric power of a few neighbors, Went out. You know what the first thing I did ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    A Perfect Plan Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 27, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,527 views

    This is the 3rd sermon in the series "God’s Gift Of..."

    Family Worship December 6, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: God’s Gift Of… [#3] A PERFECT PLAN Ruth 3:1-18 Introduction: Do you ever get tired of waiting on God to do something? You know, sometimes it just seems like God needs a little “prodding” or a little help ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Teddy Walker avatar

    God’s Direct Covering Lesson One

    Contributed by Teddy Walker on Mar 7, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,752 views

    Sin Defined

    “GOD’S DIRECT COVERING” Lesson One I: Sin Defined: A. I’m going to say a word, and you pay attention to what the first thing is that comes to your mind; a. The word is “SIN!!!” 1. What was the first thing that came to your mind? 1a. Most believers would say, “Adultery, Fornication, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Secret Power Of Lawlessness Series

    Contributed by Teddy Walker on Mar 7, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,350 views

    THE SECRET POWER OF LAWLESSNESS

    GOD’S DIRECT COVERING “THE SECRET POWER OF LAWLESSNESS” LESSON: TWO I: Jesus said, “Take heed that no man deceive you.” Matt 24:4 A. Deception is a scary thing: Why? a. When a person is deceived, they believe with all their heart that they are right when, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational