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  • David Smith avatar

    The Mirror Of The Word

    Contributed by David Smith on Jul 15, 2001
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,991 views

    The Word of God can change us - if we allow it

    The Mirror of the Word James 1:22-25 A - allows us to truly see a portion of ourselves in God’s eyes 1- We learn how to live His way. James 4:17 Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin. Gal 6:10 As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    More Than A Makeover Series

    Contributed by Chris Talton on May 6, 2002
    based on 59 ratings
     | 16,299 views

    God is interested in new creations, not in just changing the outside.

    April 28, 2002 2 Corinthians 5:17 “More than a makeover” INTRODUCTION [read 2 Cor. 5:17] Another pastor told the story of an interesting classmate that he had while he was in Bible college. His name was Shannon. What made him interesting was his looks. His hair was a different color each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Scarlet Thread Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,321 views

    Show how God can change a destiny by salvation

    Title: God’s Scarlet Thread Theme: Show how God can change a destiny by salvation. Text: Joshua 2:1-17, Hebrews 11:31, Matthew 1:5-6 Heb 11:31 NKJV By faith the harlot Rahab did not perish with those who did not believe, when she had received the spies with peace. Joshua 2:1-17 Mat 1:5-6 NKJV ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Were You Expecting Something Different?

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,083 views

    A look at what Jesus wants to change within us.

    Introduction French writer Alexis de Tocqueville, after visiting America in 1831, said, "I sought for the greatness of the United States in her commodious harbors, her ample rivers, her fertile fields, and boundless forests--and it was not there. I sought for it in her rich mines, her vast world ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Because Of Grace

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Dec 31, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,966 views

    How the grace of God can change your life

    BECAUSE OF GRACE (Unmerited Favor of God) ROMANS 15:13-17 If there is one trait or characteristic of God that I absolutely stand in awe over it has to be His grace. It amazes me how a Soverign God could give his only begotten Son to a sinful world and then give his unmerited favor to those who use ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Are You Missing

    Contributed by Henry Shellman on Feb 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,006 views

    Finding life changing experiences at the top of the mountain with jesus

    WHAT ARE YOU MISSING? MATTHEW 17:1-8 Mat 17:1 And after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into a high mountain apart, Mat 17:2 And was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light. Mat 17:3 ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God Calling

    Contributed by Larry Finley on Jun 26, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,988 views

    God’s call is always a call to change and commitment

    1. PARTICULAR CALL A. God’s Call is Selective “and saw” 1. To Study and Comprehend 2. To Understand how a thing works 3. See beyond the surface B. God’s Call is Specific “named Levi” 1. “Whosoever will” may come – after they are called 2. It is God who desires to save you 3. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Identity Shapers

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 29, 2009
     | 4,007 views

    Our true identity results from changed behaviour.

    Identity Shapers July 26, 2009 1 Peter 1:3-12 Intro: So, last Sunday I gave you some homework! Now it is time for me to check up on your homework! But don’t let that make you feel anxious, I won’t put anyone on the spot… I asked you to read 1 Peter, and I’m wondering if anyone who actually ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why There Is Power In The Gospel

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Nov 24, 2008
     | 2,368 views

    Power to change lives is found in the word s of the gospel

    Why there Is Power In the Gospel ROMANS 1:16 For I am not ashamed of the GOSPEL of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth. 1. TO SATISFY: Psalms107:9 For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness. A. In today’s affluent society ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Doing A New Thing

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,706 views

    A look at the timeless message of the Gospel in light of changing methodologies.

    God Is Doing A New Thing Matthew 9:14-17 March 06, 2005 Matthew 9:14 (NLT) One day the disciples of John the Baptist came to Jesus and asked him, "Why do we and the Pharisees fast, but your disciples don’t fast?" A Question of Fasting  Fasting was a regular practice for the faithful ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Do You Do With 180 Gallons Of Wine?

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 12, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,832 views

    Jesus and the miracle of changing water into wine at the wedding of Cana.

    What Do You Do With 180 Gallons of Wine? John 2:1-11 February 12, 2005 It is two days before Valentines Day and I thought that it would be a good time to focus on marriage this morning. This sermon didn’t come without some real discussion with myself. I debated whether or not to speak ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Circumcision Of The Heart"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 31, 2006
    based on 70 ratings
     | 29,700 views

    God must change our hearts, we cannot.

    Jeremiah 31:31-34 John 12:20-33 “Circumcision of the Heart” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org This morning’s Old Testament Lesson from the prophet Jeremiah is one of the most significant passages in all the prophetic books ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    The Great Gift Of Christmas

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 3, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 7,793 views

    The gift of Christ at Christmas is powerful, personal, and life-changing.

    For centuries now gifts and giving have become synonymous with Christmas. Kids in particular become enthralled in the process of receiving gifts. And kid’s tear open gifts without any hesitation. “You never hear kids say, O no, you shouldn’t have. And yet the great gift of Christmas seems to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Henrik Sonntag avatar

    Be Refreshed By The Breath Of God

    Contributed by Henrik Sonntag on Dec 14, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,844 views

    The breath of God changes us into people who care

    Sermon for Sunday December 4 2005 Second Sunday in Advent Mark 1:1-8 A preacher once played his clarinet right before his sermon was about to start. The piece was pretty involved and needed a lot of breath on the preachers side. When he was about to start the sermon, he said that he needed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Travis Johnson avatar

    What I Was, What God Is, What I Am

    Contributed by Travis Johnson on Jan 16, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,783 views

    This sermon examines the change Christ makes in our life.

    WHAT I WAS, WHAT GOD IS, WHAT I AM Eph. 2:1-19 Intro: Ephesians 1 is a treasure of Biblical truth. Vs. 3-4-He has chosen us; Vs. 5-He adopted us; Vs. 6-He accepted us; Vs. 7-He redeemed & forgave us; Vs.8-10-He revealed His will to us; Vs. 11-12- He has made us an inheritance; Vs. 13- He has ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness