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  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Thanking God For Eucharist/Lord's Supper Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 8, 2018
     | 8,074 views

    3rd in a series of sermons on Thankfulness - Thanksgiving. This sermon centers on being thankful for God's Gift of Eucharist and what it means to share this gift with God and with one another.

    Scripture: Mark 14:22 - 26; 1 Corinthians 11:23 - 26 Theme: Thanksgiving - For Eucharist Proposition: 3rd in a series of sermons on Thankfulness - Thanksgiving. This sermon centers on being thankful for God's Gift of Eucharist and what it means to share this gift with God and with one another. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Raft, Sailboat, Or Speedboat Disciple? Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 5, 2022
     | 1,448 views

    This sermon focuses on Paul's words to "work out your salvation" and the three options for doing so.

    We are continuing our series on the book of Philippians. As I have mentioned before, the book of Philippians was actually a letter, also known as an epistle, which was written by Paul to the church that he planted in the city of Philippi, which is basically what we would consider today northern ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Word-Centered Life

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 22, 2021
     | 3,815 views

    This sermon addresses the importance of scripture in the believer's life. Specifically it talks about the importance of a Transformative approach to reading the Bible as opposed to an Informative approach.

    Good morning. A quick question. By a show of hands, who loves reading scripture? That is good because I need some volunteers to read some passages from today’s sermon. Thanks for volunteering to read, if you were listening, you know that in some sense they are all connected because they speak to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Fathers In Christ

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 20, 2012
     | 3,246 views

    Every man who has been a believer for a long time, needs to come to the place of bringing younger men along in the Faith. Here's a look at this important matter.

    Fathers In Christ/ pastor Eric J. Hanson Spoken to the Western Maine Christian Men's Breakfast June 23, 2012 The only possible way to be a godly father is to understand the nature of God our Heavenly Father, and to have that nature flow through one’s life. God reveals Himself through His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Disciplines Of Connecting To God Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015
     | 5,824 views

    This sermon is an overview of the Spiritual Disciplines and why we need them in our life

    The Disciplines of Connecting to God 2 Peter 3:18 James Bryan Smith tells the story of Craig, a zoo architect, who took part in a course focusing on becoming like Christ through the practice of spiritual disciplines and began to notice some real changes in the way he behaved toward others. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Just One Look

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 27, 2006
    based on 313 ratings
     | 69,587 views

    One look is all it takes to bring: Condemnation, Justification, Sanctification, & Glorification. Dozens of Bible examples of people being forever changed by just one look! Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

    Just One Look Isaiah 45:22 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/JustOneLook.html "Look unto me and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth, for I am God and there is none else." Charles Spurgeon quoted this verse while testing the acoustics in a new sanctuary…he was later called to the bedside of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reading The Bible For Life Change

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Oct 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,873 views

    The Bible is screaming to be read not just to inform us but to form us. It can change our lives if we'll just let it.

    READING THE BIBLE FOR LIFE CHANGE Isaac Butterworth October 31, 2010 Hebrews 4:12-13 (NIV) 12 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. 13 ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    New Year - New Mantle

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 13, 2016
     | 16,545 views

    Elisha's story shows us how we can have a successful New Year - Through experiencing our own Gilgal (having control over our flesh) Bethel (experiencing the presence of the Lord ) Jericho (placing our faith in God) Jordan River (old life to new life)

    Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15 Theme: New Year - New Mantle Proposition: The story of Elisha shows us how we can have a successful New Year - Through experiencing our own Gilgal (having control over our flesh) Bethel (experiencing the presence of the Lord ) Jericho (placing our faith in God) ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Radical Obedience

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 4, 2018
     | 8,052 views

    This sermon focus on Jesus' call to Radical Obedience. An obedience that leads us to enjoy the discipleship and being able to be a positive witness for Him in our world.

    Mark 10:17-31 Theme: Radical Obedience This sermon focus on Jesus' call to Radical Obedience. An obedience that leads us to enjoy the discipleship and being able to be a positive witness for Him in our world. INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from Our Savior and Lord - Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Judging The Right Way: Every Christian’s Calling Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 9,181 views

    It is good for Christians to judge--the right way. The modern understanding of "do not judge" is merely relativism. If there are no rights or wrongs, naturally one cannot judge. But there are rights and wrongs, and there is a right and wrong way to judg

    Judging the Right Way: Every Christian’s Calling (Matt. 7:1-6) Note: If you are interested in more information about interpreting the Sermon on the Mount, please consider my book, "The Midrash Key" (by Ed Vasicek) available through Amazon.com Intro --Review Persons of Trinity, Golden Rule, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Most Christians Fail To Become Good Christians

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,787 views

    Why do we fail to grow and mature as we should

    WHY MOST CHRISTIANS FAIL TO BECOME GOOD CHRISTIANS Text: Acts 15:35-40 II Timothy 4:6-11 Have you ever seen somebody get saved and join the church or maybe some family joins the church and the first thing you think is, "Boy, these are going to be good people." After they have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    6. Real Life Christianity Vs "Hallmark” Christianity Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 9, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,704 views

    All Christians should understand that Real Life Christianity does not always have “happy endings”, but it is still a lifestyle worth living.

    INTRO: Enjoyed watching “The Polar Express” DVD last December. Our kids are at the age where there is bit of doubt about the reality of Santa Claus. But after watching the movie – they were true believers once again! It just HAD to be real! But we know a time will come when they will grow ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "How Christians Should Respond To A Non-Christian World"

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 31, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 11,496 views

    This sermon was written after the 10 Commandments were removed from the Supreme Court Building in Alabama. It is a Biblical response to a society or government that is anything but Biblical.

    “How Christians Should Respond to a Non-Christian World” I Timothy 2:1-5 & Titus 3:1-2 1TI 2:1 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Do Unchristians Find Us Unchristian?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 15, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,446 views

    Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others.

    Title: Do unChristians Find Us unChristian? Text: Luke 13:10-17 Thesis: Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others. Introduction The story of “The Trojan Horse” comes to us out of Greek mythology. It is the story of how the Greeks laid siege to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    “a Sychar Christian Or A Cana Christian?”

    Contributed by Mike Reed on Jul 4, 2014
     | 4,750 views

    Jesus encountered two types of people during His ministry: those who accepted Him, believed in Him, and regarded Him as a teacher with remarkable, God-given authority, or those who just wanted a miracle. The same is still true today.

    “A Sychar Christian or a Cana Christian?” John 4:39-53 Sermon by Rev. Mike Reed May 4, 2014 Swan Quarter, North Carolina 1874 – Methodists approach Sam Sadler, ask him to sell property in center of town near courthouse. He refused. They accepted property given to them in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist