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  • Jason Jones avatar

    Bringing In The Kids Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 20, 2010
     | 4,293 views

    Exposition of Heb 2:10-18 regarding the purposes of Christ's incarnation and death

    Text: Hebrews 2:10-18, Title: Bringing in the Kids, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/19/10, PM A. Opening illustration: Erika going out to get the kids and they are in their winter coats and rain boots, but in characteristic fashion, she doesn’t tell them what she thinks. B. Background to passage: after ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Happy People In An Unhappy World Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,613 views

    True joy is found in giving and receiving the unconditional love of Jesus. [Happiness is not found in our circumstances, but in the unchanging love of God.]

    Happy People in an Unhappy World Acts 24:1 - 27 Intro: What is the secret to true happiness? According to a USA Today article a few years back, psychologists now know what makes people happy. Marilyn Elias writes, “The happiest people surround themselves with family and friends, don’t care about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Meaning Of Christmas

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Dec 28, 2009
    based on 47 ratings
     | 42,043 views

    We have some strange ideas about THE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS. We hear Happy Holidays, Which could mean anything. Today I want to look at the Christmas story and see THE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS.

    The Meaning of Christmas Lu 2:8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field,keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Heaven

    Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 13, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,468 views

    Funeral Sermon for a dear saint of the Lord

    Heaven John 14:1-3 A little girl asked her slightly older sister why Grandma read her Bible so much. The reply, “I think she is studying for her final exams.” Wiser folk think about heaven sooner rather than later. Life has no guarantees! You see heaven is a prepared place for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    I Made It

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Jun 14, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 69,739 views

    It must also be noted that there is a vast difference between saying "I Made It" and saying "I’ve Got It Made¨.

    The familiar statement, "I Made It ", is a statement that implies achievement in the midst of overwhelming odds. It is a proclamation of accomplishment for someone who has had the deck stacked against him. Its a way of saying that, "In spite of the length of the journey; in spite of the roughness ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letter #2 "Dear Smyrna: Keep On Keeping On!" Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011
     | 3,181 views

    Sermon Series on the 7 letters to the churches in Revelation with help from Pastor Ken D. Trivette

    Two Things: Commends Commands The History of Smyrna: Acts 17:5-8 Smyrna--means bitter which origins come from "myrrh" that is a perfume that comes from being crushed and beaten. Polycarp--was the pastor at Smyrna and martyred, burned alive in A.D. 155. 1) Jesus Commends Smyrna: Vs. 9-10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grumpy Ole Church People

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Jul 14, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,504 views

    Where is the joy in our church? There is so much frowning and silence in a place where there is so much reason to celebrate. This sermon explores the problem.

    GRUMPY OLE CHURCH PEOPLE (All my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted.) Through the many years that I have preached and taught from the Word of God I have made one very disturbing observation about the churches in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Resurrection Blessings

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 5, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,923 views

    This is an Easter sermon that focuses on the blessings we have because of the resurrection. The blessings are joy, hope, and power.

    Introduction: A. Happy Resurrection Day! 1. As you know, today is the holiday known as Easter. 2. It is the traditional, annual day for celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. 3. In many respects, every Sunday is Easter Sunday, because we gather every Sunday to remember the death, burial and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    We Have Freedom And Responsibility

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 11, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,524 views

    We must stay free as a nation who loves God.

    WE HAVE FREEDOM AND RESPONSIBILITY 1st Cor: 9:19For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more. For each and every freedom we enjoy, the same amount of responsibility is required. If we continue to have freedom we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting The Best From Life Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 2, 2010
     | 4,602 views

    Getting the best from life means being the person God wants you to be.

    HOW TO DO LIFE Getting the Best from Life James 1:1 * One of the largest sections in any bookstore today is the “self-help” section. In this section, you will discover titles like “how to become a millionaire”, ‘how to do woodworking”, or even ‘how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Laugh And Play Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 16, 2010
     | 6,473 views

    Play is an important relationship skill and we need more of it in our lives.

    Laugh and Play: Doing Life: Relationship Skills from the Bible for Today June 6, 2010 Intro: Do you think Jesus was ticklish? Surely some of the disciples were, and I wonder if any of them giggled at the last supper when Jesus washed their feet. What about play – do you think Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Just Isn't Fair Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 5, 2010
     | 8,929 views

    From this episode in Joseph's life, we learn that God is always with us, God can help us grow through our suffering, and we learn that there is a better day coming.

    Introduction: A. Let’s begin with a statement that I think that all of us can agree on – “Life just isn’t fair!” 1. Can we all agree on that? 2. Do any of us need proof that life isn’t fair? 3. Look at this cartoon – “Life is unfair…for proof ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Walk In Victory

    Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Feb 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,612 views

    Instructons to the believer about living an overcoming life in Jesus Christ

    HOW TO WALK IN VICTORY 1 John 5:4-5:4 4 For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith. Intro: ABC Wide World of Sports use to come on with the words “The Thrill of Victory and the agony of defeat.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Priviledged People Series

    Contributed by David Blizzard on Feb 11, 2011
     | 3,682 views

    Study through 1 Peter

    A Privileged People – 1 Peter 1:10-16 Have you ever thought about some of the ways the saints are referred to in scripture, i.e., beloved, brother, called out ones. All of these titles show that we are privileged people. We need to make much God’s saving grace shown toward us. Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift Of Music

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 13, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,548 views

    We are to make a joyful noise unto the Lord. When we worship we should sing praises to God, glorifying Him and honoring His Name. Music is a channel of divine blessing, comfort and strength. Even in the depths of suffering, we can turn our hearts and v

    We are a church that loves to sing. I know there are those of you who have trouble participating when we sing, because you feel your voice isn’t worthy. I once read of a man who approached his Pastor and said; “you haven’t heard how poorly I sing. I know the Bible says ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church