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  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    He Went On His Way

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 30, 2013
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    Sermon for the 4th Sunday after Epiphany, Year C, 2013

    Luke 4: 21 – 30 / He Went On His Way Intro: An older lady sat in a worship service in a quaint southern town. The pastor was preaching against all kinds of sins from gambling to murder and everything in between. The Pastor started on the sin of gossiping and the old lady sat bolt-upright ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Good For Us To Be Here

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 6, 2013
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    Sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, Year C 2013

    Luke 9: 28 – 36 Good For Us To Be Here Intro: Back in the 80’s there was a toy that was really popular with boys and girls alike. Transformers. They were the most fascinating toys, even for adults. In 2007 the first of the Transformer movies was released. In 2009 another, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Recall Notice

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 14, 2012
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    When people acknowledge the Savior, they acknowledge the need for being saved from a condition of sinfulness. Jesus had already paid for their sins, but they would not experience his forgiveness unless they turned (repented) to God. Don’t ignore the Lord’

    Opening illustration: In 2010, auto manufacturers recalled a staggering 20 million cars in the US for various defects. The thought of such a large number of defective cars on the road is startling enough. But what is more disturbing is the apathy of some owners. In one instance, the executive ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Zach

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 8, 2010
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    Can any church or individual really commit to change as a way of life?

    Luke 19: 1 – 10 / Zach There was once a fitness center that offered $1,000 to anyone who could demonstrate they were stronger than the owner. The owner would squeeze a lemon until all the juice ran into a glass. Then, he would hand the lemon to the challenger. Anyone who could squeeze ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Transforming Grace Of God

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Nov 14, 2010
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    The grace of God which brings salvation, works a miraculous and complete transformation in the character and relationship of all who truly believe. We may still have the same physical looks and earthly status, but God’s grace brings changes in our spiritu

    Intro: Our text says, “…this grace wherein we stand.” The word “grace” is found 170X in the King James Bible = God’s Riches At Christ’s Expense! There is a difference between God’s mercy and grace. Mercy simply means not getting what we deserve while Grace means getting what we do not deserve. The ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Prepared By Peace Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009
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    Peace prepares you for battle! 4 Progressions of Peace that will help us better understand what it means to be prepared by peace.

    Prepared by Peace Ephesians 6:13-15 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Bah! Humbug!

    Contributed by James May on Dec 13, 2009
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    A sermon on repentance and change based on Charles Dickens’ "A Christmas Carol".

    Bah! Humbug! By Pastor James May There is an old story that has been retold many times over the years since it was written by Charles Dickens and first published in 1843. The title of that story is “A Christmas Carol”, and it is one of my favorite programs to watch during the Christmas season. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Intending To Live Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 31, 2009
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    Part 5 in series, The Company We Keep, this message addresses intentions. How do you intend to live your life?

    Intending To Live The Company We Keep, prt. 5 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers May 30, 2009 How do you intend to live? That’s a strange question, isn’t it? How do you intend to live? This is a question most people don’t think about, and it’s this fact that is responsible for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Journey Through The Wall Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 12, 2011
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    Part 4 of the series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality looks at the spiritual journey at the place of the wall. The question is not when but what will we do when we hit the wall?

    Journey Through the Wall Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 4 Wildwind Community Church October 31, 2010 David Flowers Ever heard or used the phrase, “I’ve hit the wall”? What does it mean when people say that? (solicit audience reaction) It means, “I have gone as ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    God Is The Potter - We Are The Clay

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 15, 2011
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    "I went down to the potter’s house, and I saw him working at the wheel. But the pot he was shaping from the clay was marred in his hands; so the potter formed it into another pot, shaping it as seemed best to him." Become a new creation through Jesus C

    One Sunday morning a Minister preached a very short sermon. He explained, “My dog got into my office and chewed up most of my sermon notes.” At the close of the service a visitor said to him, “If your dog ever has puppies, please let my Pastor have one of them.” This ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    To Every Thing There Is A Season Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
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    To everything there is a season and a purpose under Heaven. God loved each of us before the world was created. He knows us by name. God will always guide and direct us through all the seasons of life.

    Every time I hear the word “season” I think of the song “Turn, Turn, Turn.” It was recorded by Pete Seeger and the Byrds in 1965. The majority of people who heard and liked this song had no idea it was based on the words found in the 3rd chapter of Ecclesiastes, all except ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Evidence Of Faith - The Story Of Ruth Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 19, 2011
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     | 18,936 views

    The Old Testament book of Ruth is a short story about love, but even more importantly, a story of incredible faith. The evidence of her faith was found in stepping out into the unknown while trusting God when she left both her culture and her family behi

    The Old Testament book of Ruth is a short story about love, but even more importantly, a story of incredible faith. The evidence of her faith was found in stepping out into the unknown while trusting God when she left both her culture and her family behind. It is an incredible story. This took ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Prophet And The People

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 18, 2010
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    God calls his people to return and reward through prophetic preaching.

    Scripture Introduction Throughout the story of redemption, one of the key characters is the prophet—one who tells God’s people who God is, and what he expects from them. That reminds me: did you know that Atheism is a non-prophet religion? I have one more: who was the greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    It’s Personal Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,711 views

    If you claim to belong to Christ your life must reflect change.

    May 23, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 4:17-32 Subject: Living the Christ-like Life Title: It’s Personal We’ve been going through the book of Ephesians, one of Paul’s great masterpieces of theology. Last week I shared with you about what Paul says you are “in Christ” and the authority you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Grace Gets It Done

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 23, 2010
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     | 5,081 views

    Messages from Grace will change anyone because it's God's ability working through us that brings change and hope.

    Grace Gets it Done Psalm 118:22-24 The stone which the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone. 23 This was the LORD’s doing; It is marvelous in our eyes. 24 This is the day the LORD has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it. Most theologies agree that Moses ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal