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  • John Lowe avatar

    Felix Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 11, 2022
     | 2,816 views

    Felix represents many people intrigued by the gospel but recognizes that surrendering to it means losing status, power, or control of their own lives. Mere exposure to truth does not necessarily enlighten the heart, and Felix is an excellent example of that.

    Felix Felix was Festus' predecessor. He imprisoned Paul but allowed him to speak in his defense. He hoped Paul would offer him a bribe, but he never did. Festus thought Paul was delusional, but he did not think that was cause for putting him to death or locking him up, so he let him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    Getting Ready For Company Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,129 views

    This message focuses on some changes we must make in the church to be relevant. God does not change, Jesus remains the same always and our commitment to scripture remains strong. However our methods must change

    The Simple Life at Church “Getting Ready for Company” 1st Corinthians 9:22 You are looking at the tragic picture of the deadly bridge collapse in Minnesota that took place several months ago. 7 people were killed...over 100 injured in this disaster. . An entire school bus filled with children ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We There Yet? Series

    Contributed by Harley Jay Nickless on Jul 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,323 views

    Just as God Called Noah to change the world, he has called us to change our world. In part 3 of "God’s Call to Change the World" we will look at the third characteristic of a world changer.

    God’s Call to Change the World Part 3 Learning to Wait With God “Are We There Yet?” Genesis 7-9 Introduction The bible tells us that just as God called and used Noah to change the world, he has called us as well. And over the past two weeks we’ve observed two “world-changing” patterns or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Walls avatar

    Born Blind Series

    Contributed by John Walls on Sep 24, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,519 views

    How Christ can change a life

    BORN BLIND John 9:1-7 Introduction: "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen" is what Paul the author of Hebrews tells us. But we live in a time that says "show me and I will believe." This has found its way into the realm of the church. A Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep The Party Going

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 10,988 views

    Jesus has the power to change us.

    KEEP THE PARTY GOING! John 2:1-11 S: Celebration of Change Th: My Life as God’s Light Pr: JESUS HAS THE POWER TO CHANGE US. ?: What? What changes can He make? KW: Changes TS: We will find in John 2:1-11 three changes Jesus has the power to make in us. The ____ change that Jesus has the power to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • TJ Tipton avatar

    From Invision To Envasion

    Contributed by Tj Tipton on Mar 29, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 5,454 views

    It is time to change our vision to and envasion

    FROM ENVISION TO INVASION 2001 THINK BIG - Attempt something so great for God that it’s doomed to failure unless God be in it. Acts 2:17 `In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions; your old men will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Whats The Big Deal About Easter?

    Contributed by Mark Atherton on Apr 17, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
     | 2,909 views

    Explains why Easter changes everything

    -------Easter changes everything Black Friday to Good Friday ordinary grave to the empty tomb weeping women-to the first messengers of the goodnews peter-to the man who preached at Pentecost Doubting Thomas-my lord and my god Sabbath-to Lords day fearful disciples to 11 men who changed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Investing In God's Work Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,371 views

    God's work is not accomplished on pocket change.

    Investing in God's Work Nehemiah 7:1-72 GOD'S PEOPLE: I. WERE ORGANIZED FOR SERVICE (1-64) II. SOUGHT THE WILL OF GOD (65) A. They depended on the Urim and Thummim. B. We can hear directly from God through: 1. His Word 2. Prayer 3. Circumstances 4. The church C. "He who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crystal Ball

    Contributed by Donald Jewell on May 28, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,402 views

    How the hope of heaven changes us.

    The Crystal Ball This morning I want you to imagine with me. I am in the yard hoeing the garden, after a while my hoe hits a metal object. I get down and start digging around the object with my hands until I uncover a small metal box. I lift it out of the ground and examine it. After a careful ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • John Knight avatar

    Part 3 Of 6: Idle Watching Series

    Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,530 views

    The destructive power of envy and the course to change.

    Making The Most Of My Life: Six Ways We Waste Our Day Part 3 of 6: Idle Watching "The lamp of the body is the eye. If therefore your eye is good, your whole body will be full of light. But if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If therefore the light that is in you is ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Begin With The End In Mind Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 2, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 16,244 views

    2 of 7 in series on Personal Change

    Begin With The End In Mind Habakkuk 2:2 Although this applies to many different levels of life and faith and circumstances, the most fundamental applications of beginning with the end in mind is to begin today with the vision of the end as your frame of reference by which everything else is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Think Win/Win Series

    Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 2, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 9,875 views

    4 of 7 in series on Personal Change

    Think Win/Win Philippians 4:13 Win/Win is a frame of mind and heart that constantly seeks benefits in all interactions. Win/Win means that agreements or solutions are beneficial, satisfying. With a WIN/Win solution, all parties feel good about the decision and feel committed to the action plan. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Pettibone avatar

    Light In Dark Place Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on May 18, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 6,651 views

    The amazing power of the Gospel to change lives

    Evangelism # 4 Light in Dark Places On recent Sundays, we’ve been talking about issues connected with our mission as Christ’s representatives in this world. From the story of Philip’s encounter with an Ethiopian man, as told in the book of the Acts, we learned that we must carefully listen: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    302 – Reasons For The Seasons

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Feb 17, 2005
    based on 110 ratings
     | 15,771 views

    5 KEYS TO REMEMBER IN CHANGING SEASONS

    Illustrate: His name was Victor, but he felt like a loser. He didn’t do very well in school a when he was 16 years old, a teacher advised him to drop out of high school and get a job. He didn’t do much better in the working world so that, by the time he was 32, he had failed at 76 different jobs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Watermark Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 19, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 6,584 views

    A relationship with God is a life changing experience

    GOD, WATER AND LIFE SEPTEMBER 26, 2004 Romans 6:4-8 “Watermark” INTRODUCTION A young girl boards an oceanliner for a trip to America—the new world. The emotions of fear and excitement rage within her as she climbs the gangplank. What she is doing is not an easy task. She is leaving behind ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran