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  • Jose R. Hernandez avatar

    Internal Battle

    Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 11, 2011
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     | 7,381 views

    Today I want us to explore this internal battle that we all face on a daily basis, but most of all, so that we can discover what side we are feeding.

    Someone sent me a reflection the other day that I would like to share with you. There was this ancient Indian that was teaching his grandson about life. Ht told the boy: there is a fierce battle being fought inside of me. And this battle is being fought inside of you and inside of every person ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What To Do When You Hit The Wall Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 12, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 19,531 views

    These walls seem to come in different forms but they do have a purpose. (1) They are there to test us. (2) Walls challenge us. (3) Walls offer us a goal to reach. A popular speaker has asked more than 100,000 Christians across the country this one que

    Breaking down the Walls “What to do When you Hit the Wall” Jeremiah 20:7-10, 14-18, 11-12 Distance runners, those who run marathons especially often experience what is called hitting the wall. A marathon is a 26 mile run and they say it usually happens around mile 20. Your energy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Was Generating Something

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Apr 15, 2011
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     | 6,058 views

    Jesus generated a lot of different feelings and actions. In this message we look at the triumphal entry into Jerusalem to see 5 things that Jesus generates in us.

    Everyone knows what it is like to ride on a roller coaster; the ups and the downs and the turns and the loops. A roller coaster can be fun and exciting and it can be terrifying and cause anxiety. When I was younger I would love to go on a roller coaster. The faster it was the better it was. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Characters In The Palm Sunday Narrative Matthew Chapter 21 Verses 1 To

    Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Apr 16, 2011
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    PALM SUNDAY MESSAGE

    Introduction Many preachers are often faced with familiar Bible stories and a familiar audience or congregation. Familiar stories often appear on what many would call special Sundays like Christmas and Easter. I believe Palm Sunday could be seen as a special Sunday by many. On those so called ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Stone's Been Rolled Away

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,407 views

    An Easter sermon on how Easter impacts us personally.

    Norman Vincent Peale tells the story of the time he was invited to a luncheon in the great dining room of the London newspaper, The Times. Around the table sat distinguished editors and writers, as well as prominent businessmen. He had been invited by Lord Thomson of Fleet who owned 285 ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Encountering Jesus Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 2, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 26,169 views

    Part 1 of a new series about encountering Jesus. This message addresses the cost of encountering Jesus and why it is worth the cost.

    Sermon Series: Encountering Jesus We are going to start a new sermon series today called “ENCOUNTERING JESUS.” Because what you and I need more than anything else in the world is…An encounter with Jesus! In this series we going to look in the Bible at different people’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Crossing The Line

    Contributed by Jackie Hill on May 3, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 16,347 views

    There are three types of people that respond to the truth, which kind are you and are you willing to take the next step in your journey with Christ?

    “Crossing the Line” John 6:60-71 Introduction… Have any of you seen the old Disney film, “Davy Crocket”? It is one of my all-time favorites. There is a scene in that movie, at the Alamo, when Col. Travis draws a line of the ground and asks the men that want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How God Saves The Best Till Last

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,294 views

    A look at what an incredible Kingdom Jesus is offering.

    Outline: WHAT’S THE POINT? What Jesus does here is a sign, which is initially fulfilled in the disciples’ amazed response to the miracle. - John 2:11. DAWNING AWARENESS: Beyond the initial “wow” factor, there is a lot here to show that God has “saved the best till ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shortcuts

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 8, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,945 views

    We live in a world of shortcuts. They can be harmless or detrimental to our well-being.

    “Shortcuts” Matthew 7:13-14 We live in a world of shortcuts. When I drive up to the Wendy’s drive-through menu, I order my usual #6 rather than recite the details of the food order. You have your own shortcuts: mixing laundry loads; hot dinner pick up at Superstore; ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Journey Back Home Series

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on May 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,885 views

    Naomi heard how the Lord had visited His people in giving them bread. That good news combined with very difficult circumstances propelled her back to the promised land. That one two punch is what God often does to backsliders

    Ruth Part Two, The Journey Back Home PPT1 We are studying the book of Ruth and I have entitled this series, "My Redeemer Lives" A redeemer is one who restores the honor worth and dignity of a thing. It is one who frees from the consequences of sin. It is one who goes after something they consider ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Worship And The Holiness Of God

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 19, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,869 views

    The holiness of God is the driving force behind authentic worship.

    WORSHIP & THE HOLINESS OF GOD Rev. 4:1-11 Sermon Objective: The holiness of God is a driving force of authentic worship. INTRO: It is considered one of the most difficult topics of faith to discuss. • Not because we wish to avoid it. • Not because it is of no relevance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    A Messiah Who Elicits A Response Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 24, 2010
     | 4,663 views

    A sovereign move of God elicits a response from us.

    A Messiah Who Elicits A Response Text: Matt. 11:20-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: In the movie The Untouchables, Eliot Ness, played by Kevin Costner, is frustrated because he cannot bring down Al Capone. So he asks for a street wise Irish beat cop, played by Sean Connery, for his help. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The First Six Seals

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,096 views

    The seals show the suffering of the world which believers must endure, even if it means martyrdom, but they are precursors to hope.

    Like other prophecy, Revelation has a layered quality. Some say it is about the Roman Empire beginning with 70 AD. Some say it is about all time since Christ. Others say it is about the last days. I say, yes it is. One interpretation does not necessarily negate another. Rather, like much ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Thankfulness Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,957 views

    A defense, from Scripture, of the positive value of Thanksgiving as not only good but necessary for our individual and corporate spiritual, emotional and societal health!

    THANKFULNESS Series: “7 Spiritually Healthy Habits” Perth Bible Church Sunday, November 22, 2009 AM Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: Thanksgiving week is upon us. As both a holiday and a 'national spirit' this concept of Thanksgiving has both been taken for granted and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Promise, Shame, And Fulfillment

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,727 views

    Advent 1986: Everyone goes through a dynamic of promise, leading to shame, then leading to fulfillment, if we understand fulfillment as the presence of God.

    I like the little quip about the fellow who offered His prayer with all sincerity and with tremendous urgency. “Lord," he said, "Lord, give me the gift of patience, and give it to me right now!” Well, at least he knew his need even if he did not exactly demonstrate an understanding of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist