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  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    Our Heritage Of Faith

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 15, 2009
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     | 5,578 views

    Do you see fewer Christian role models today? Where are the people of faith in todays society? We can all step up and be an inspiration for the next generations of Christians we just have to truly live out our faith.

    Our Heritage of Faith 2 Timothy 1-14 When it comes to faith in Jesus Christ is there someone in your family tree who you would call an encourager? Can you point to a relative who inspired you as an example of Christian character? We all need role models, people who are truly good examples for ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Work Out What God Works In Series

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 2, 2009
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    What does it mean to work out our salvation with "fear and trembling"? In Philippians 2:12-17 we find 3 ideas that help unravel this important command.

    WE FIND 3 IDEAS IN PHILIPPIANS 2:12-17 THAT HELP US WORK OUT WHAT GOD HAS WORKED IN. 1. WE HAVE A PRINCIPLE TO PRACTICE - PHIL.2:12-13 2. WE HAVE A PURITY TO PROTECT - PHIL.2:14-16 3. WE HAVE A PROMISE TO REJOICE OVER - PHIL.2:17 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Faithful God

    Contributed by John Akosile on May 26, 2008
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    Characteristics of God. As we have seen this chapter teaches us about the characteristics that Christians should display: • Love to the Brethren – your work and labour of love, • Diligence and perseverance, Hope – an anchor of the soul, both sure and ste

    A faithful God By Pastr Olawale Akosile (REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD,FOUNTAIN OF LIFE CHAPEL, KETU,LAGOS) Heb 6; 10-18 Characteristics of God ch 6 con’t As we have seen this chapter teaches us about the characteristics that Christians should display: • Love to the Brethren – your work and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Being Still Among Shaking Circumstances

    Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Jun 27, 2008
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     | 4,846 views

    How do you handle stress? What strong points do you value in your life, that keeps you going in a situation that you are unsure of? Examine how Daniel stood still among his shaky circumstance he was about to face.

    Youth Challenge: Who Is It? Each player writes down a little known truth about himself that perhaps the rest of the group doesn’t know. The paper slips are handed in and read aloud one at a time. The players guess who they think wrote that slip. After everyone has guessed, the truth is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Life Is Like A Game

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
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     | 12,498 views

    This is a funeral sermon for a longtime and well respected Coach, who lived a great Christian witness!

    Because I do some football officiating, especially as Umpire, it puts me out there in the middle of the game! When I moved to Uvalde, I first recall meeting Coach King on the Football field. I was officiating and Coach King looked at me with a bewhildered look and asked, “Are you my new ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Godly Mothers In A Wicked World

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2010
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    Mary, the mother of Jesus, provides the example for Godly moms to follow.

    Intro: In my sermon today, I want to give a challenge to Moms and the rest that are here on this Mother’s Day. A mother is not merely one who gives birth to a child, but a lady that is willing to take responsibility for a life. Mary was a Godly young lady, so Godly that God chose her to bare ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lamb Of God Series

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011
     | 5,648 views

    Jesus is God’s perfect sacrifice for our sins.

    Focus Passage: John 1:19-34 Introduction: I read about a small boy who was consistently late coming home from school. His parents warned him one day that he must be home on time that afternoon, but nevertheless he arrived later than ever. His mother met him at the door and said nothing. At dinner ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The A-Z Of Boldness Series

    Contributed by James Parker on Mar 6, 2011
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     | 11,276 views

    We are going to begin a new series this morning. I have noticed that the world has become more bold in promoting values and ideas that are oppesed to christian beliefs. I have also noticed that very few christians are willing to say or do anything about i

    Boldness in the Lord Introduction We are going to begin a new series this morning. I have noticed that the world has become more bold in promoting values and ideas that are oppesed to christian beliefs. I have also noticed that very few christians are willing to say or do anything about it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Ichabod To Ebenezer

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 8, 2011
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    God honors those who honor Him.

    From Ichabod to Ebenezer November 21, 2010 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God honors those who honor Him. Focus Passage: I Samuel 7:1-14 Supplemental Passage: 2Corinthians 12:9 ‘And he said unto me, “My grace is sufficient for thee: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Men Every Church Should Have

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011
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     | 11,542 views

    Our passage is about David’s top 3 mighty warriors. Here, we see three men who would not permit circumstances to defeat them. If we had people with attitude like these in our church, we would be able to further the Kingdom of God effectively.

    Intro: In I Sam. 22:1-2 we see David gathered needy people – the distressed, those who were in debt, the discontented. David took this group of 400 men who were a liability to him. Yet, he built a mighty army for God. Later, there were 600 such valiant men (I Sam. 27:2); of which 37 were ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Get Fat: Available Series

    Contributed by Kelly Fellows on Jun 9, 2010
     | 7,477 views

    Promotion on the job hinges on availability – promotion in God’s Kingdom hinges on availability.

    INTRO MESSAGE GET FAT - Availability QUICK REVIEW ➢ Last week we started a series of teachings on the characteristics that lead us to experience promotion and become the person God has created us to be. ➢ We call it GETTING FAT – reason God loves to use FAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    A Church Alive Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010
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     | 4,659 views

    What are the characteristics of a Church that's alive? See what Paul prays for.

    Philippians 1:1-11 Paul had some tough times as he traveled around the Mediterranean telling people about Jesus. He faced opposition from various sources: from the Jewish leaders who were worried that he was taking people away from their Jewish worship, from Roman authorities who were concerned ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How To Stay Clean In A Dirty World

    Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 7, 2010
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    The Psalmists Desire, Detergent, Decision and Defense

    How To Stay Clean In A Dirty World! Psalm 119:9-11 Introduction A. A text with a vital question. 1. How can one stay clean before God? a. In this old work a day world¡Khow do we remain unspotted? b. Is it possible¡KGod says be ye holy¡Kso it is possible. c. Is it important? d. So if it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let's Be Careful Out There

    Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,529 views

    We must be careful of the roaring lion when walking thru this world.

    LET’S BE CAREFUL OUT THERE I PETER 5:8 INTRO: HILL STREET BLUES A. Roll Call 1. There was a popular TV show in the eighties called Hill St. Blues. a. It was a police drama based on a precinct in NYC. b. Always started in the ready room with roll call. c. At the end of roll call, when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seed Of Abraham Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
     | 7,414 views

    There is a simple correlation between the word ‘seed’ (KJV) and the promises (aka – covenants) of God. The first promise of Messiah was in Genesis 3:15...

    Introductory note: There is a simple correlation between the word ‘seed’ (KJV) and the promises (aka – covenants) of God. The first promise of Messiah was in Genesis 3:15 (seed of woman (virgin)); promise of Godly line preserved through Seth (Gen. 4:25); covenant to Noah prohibiting floods and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist