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  • Gregg Bitter avatar

    The Credit Goes To God

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Sep 19, 2010
     | 9,786 views

    As he did for Gideon, the Lord often places us in situations that seem impossible. He trains us to give up on our own strength and trust in him alone, relying only on his promises, so that the credit goes to God.

    Text: Judges 7:1-8 Theme: The Credit Goes to God Season: Pentecost 17c Date: September 19, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/The-Credit-Goes-to-God-Judges7_1-8.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. The Word from God ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What To Do About Sin Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 22, 2010
    based on 30 ratings
     | 13,555 views

    What should we do about sin and those who commit sin? Our text gives us the proper action. 1- Pray for the one who commits a sin 2- Trust God to keep you safe 3- Realize the world is under control 4- Stay away from idols

    INTRO.- ILL.- Perhaps you heard about the other version of John chapter 8 when the woman was caught in adultery. Jesus saw a crowd chasing down a woman to stone her and approached them. "What’s going on here, anyway?" he asked. "This woman was found committing adultery, and the law says we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hearing The Shepherd

    Contributed by Christopher Martin on Sep 27, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,370 views

    4th Sunday of Easter, Series C, Preached 4/25/2010 at St. Paul

    Of all the pictures that we have of our Lord Jesus Christ, the picture that is painted for us in the words of the 23rd Psalm are perhaps the most well known and the most comforting. One of the stained glass windows at St. Paul, McConnellsburg has this picture of Jesus as a shepherd surrounded by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    When We Give What We Have Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010
     | 5,919 views

    In light of Mother's Day, we must depend on God to do what only God can do, but we also must give what we have if we are to truly join in the process.

    Intro On this Mother‟s Day we are reminded of the profound role of a parent. I believe that a mother is nothing less than a mediator of God‟s love. A mother is role that is by nature giving… sacrificially giving of life. They give nourishment from their own resources… and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Servants With Swords

    Contributed by Chris Mccarthy on Oct 11, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,431 views

    Focusing on the spiritual war in the upper room and how it relates to our struggle today.

    Ever been in a room with lots of tension in it, but you are pretty much oblivious to it? That’s how it was for the disciples in the upper room. We pick up the story in Luke 22 1Now the Feast of Unleavened Bread, called the Passover, was approaching, 2and the chief priests and the teachers ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Waw - Psalm 119:41-48 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,362 views

    How valuable is God's Word in your life? The psalmist in these verses gave several reasons for why he loved God's Word and would cling to it...

    WAW November 16, 2011 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wednesday Bible Study Series Psalm 119:41-88 (ESV) – 6 of 22 41Let Your steadfast love come to me O Lord, Your salvation according to Your promise; Here we find the psalmist seeking God in an intimate manner. He is crying out for the love ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Relationships Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 26, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,899 views

    There are three relationships that the Bible describes. Each one of these relationships has a key word that keeps them in focus.

    Shine as lights in the world. Philippians 2:15 In our study of Philippians we have looked at the amazing author, Paul, who writes this most positive letter from prison. It's a letter laced with joy. Why? Because of the relationship the writer has with Jesus Christ. His every breath is about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Marriage God's Way

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Nov 28, 2011
     | 3,815 views

    Marriage is under assault today on several fronts. This message makes clear God's original design and intent for marriage, and shares some tips for helping a marriage to survive.

    MARRIAGE GOD’S WAY Pastor Eric Hanson We are living in curious times regarding marriage. There are those who would like to abolish marriage altogether and replace it with various legal arrangements having to do with property and finances. At the same time, there are others who wish to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Repentance And Belief

    Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Nov 28, 2011
     | 6,192 views

    Repentance and Belief

    Repentance and Belief Introduction: You don’t have to look very far to see that we are in a mess. Just look at the headlines for November 22, 2011: “Cardinal Bernard Law, who resigned in disgrace as Boston's archbishop in 2002 after the priest sex abuse scandal exploded in the United ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thanks Giving Every Day (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 1, 2011
     | 10,957 views

    Thanksgiving is more than just a holiday celebration; it's a heart condition! Overflowing with illustrations, this topical message explores the importance of Thanksgiving and acts as a prelude to an expository sermon (part 2) on living a life of thankfuln

    Thanksgiving Every Day Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 11/20/2011 So with Thanksgiving only four days away, have you thought much about what you’re thankful for this year? I don’t know about you, but for some reason I always associate Thanksgiving with Charlie ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Jehovah-Sabaoth "The Lord Of Hosts" Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 39,840 views

    This name for God will change how we relate to God.A person who understands that "The Eternally Self-existent One is over Hosts" will never joke about "the Man upstairs" or that "Someone up there likes me."

    Purpose: To unfold the truth that God has all power. Aim: I want the listener to be in awe of God's strength. INTRODUCTION: Jehovah-Sabaoth (not to confused with Sabbath) is often translated "The LORD of Hosts." Sometimes the Bible uses, "LORD God of hosts" or "God of hosts." All together we find ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Baptism And Communion - The Power And Importance Of Symbolism

    Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Dec 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,098 views

    Why do so many road signs use only symbols to convey their message? Because the message is recognizable and understood almost instantly, and because unlike words, symbols hold their meaning and are very often universally understood. Perhaps that is why Go

    THE POWER OF SYMBOLISM 12-04-11 Pastor Dan Little AdFontes.djl@gmail.com This morning after the baptism service, we will come to the Communion Table. That being the case I want to talk to you about the power of symbolism. Communicating by symbols is a very powerful form of communication. Think ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Humble Circumstances Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 6, 2011
    based on 58 ratings
     | 22,657 views

    James speaks of two different people; the rich and the poor. What’s the meaning? 1- Humble means high 2- Rich means low 3- Perseverance means salvation

    INTRO.- The brother in humble circumstances. Did you ever have those? Ever live in humble circumstances? ILL.- One day, a wealthy family man took his son on a trip to the country so he could have his son see how poor country people were. They stayed one day and one night at the farm of a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Death Row Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011
     | 5,380 views

    We have two lines before us, that of Cain and that of Seth.

    Intro: 1. Frank Sinatra theme song was "My Way" and that is the story of mankind. Because Adam and Eve sang "I did it My Way" instead of "Have Thine own way" in the garden - death is now a certainty for all mankind. As Harry Houdini the famous escape artist, said before his last ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lift Up Your Heads! See The King Of Glory!

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,099 views

    How dare we lift up our heads, sinners that we are? Jesus answers that as he rides into Jerusalem. Parts: A. How can we dare to? Only because his blood washes us clean. B. How do we? By seeking him as our mighty Hero.

    Text: Psalm 24:1-10 Theme: Lift Up Your Heads! See the King of Glory! A. How can we dare to? Only because his blood washes us clean B. How do we? By seeking him as our mighty Hero Season: Lent 6c -- Palm Sunday Date: March 28, 2010 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran