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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Our Calling For Tomorrow

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 2, 2012
     | 6,028 views

    The USA culture is in trouble - and the reason is, for the most part, the church culture in the USA is in trouble. The calling for followers of Christ and the Church of Christ is to show Jesus so the world can KNOW Jesus. This message speaks to our call

    Our Calling for Tomorrow Philippians 3:1-15 * Over the past couple of weeks I have digested large portion of written material by a 20th century preacher/prophet/revivalist named Leonard Ravenhill. He was indeed a man, the likes of which we have not seen in many years. Witnesses say that when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spiral Stair Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 9, 2011
     | 3,974 views

    The journey of faith is like a spiral stair, the whole held up by the love of God, but the sequence of steps always the same. Commit yourself to the grace of God. Surrender more of yourself to Christ. And love the people he puts in your path as if he h

    I wish I could play the piano. Not just picking out a tune with my right hand, but really playing - composers like Bach and Beethoven and Mozart. As most of you know, my mother plays. She’ll be back here in May, and Martie’s already agreed to let her play for the service. Even ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Who’s On First

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 23, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,228 views

    A powerful sermon on the true mission of the church, based upon a sermon from the late Dr. E. V. Hill and the iconic skit by Abbot and Costello.

    Who’s On First Luke 19:10 Back in 1986 I heard Rev. E. V. Hill preach at a pastor’s conference. It was great. He preached a sermon he called, “A Spiritual Homerun.” Today I want to use that sermon as a skeleton for my own. E. V. told about preaching at a conference in Lucerne, Switzerland. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waiting For Full Joy

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,018 views

    Delivered 1989, on the 25th anniversary of the reception of the church's first black member. We wait for full joy and unity, which come from embracing all people and from being the agents of redemption for all needs.

    Exactly twenty-five years ago, two things happened which were destined to have a profound effect on my life, and I want to share them with you this morning. These two unrelated happenings took place without the people involved in either one being aware of the other one, but, as I have said, both ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    Do Something Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 21, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,676 views

    Any careful study of life reveals moments when one is faced with a decision either to do nothing or to do something. History revolves around ordinary people doing extra ordinary things because the stars were aligned in the proper way. Many of you know peo

    Sunday, September 7, 2008 “Do Something” Text: Nehemiah 1: 1 - 11 Any careful study of life reveals moments when you are faced with a decision either to do nothing or to do something. History revolves around ordinary people doing extra ordinary things because the stars were aligned in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Always Give Yourself Fully To The Work Of The Lord

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Aug 10, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 25,122 views

    Your labor is not in vain. The resurrection promises and God's mercy motivate you to work for him with courage and passion.

    1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. A month and a half ago a parent of one of our former Lakeside students sent out an email requesting ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Way We Were, Pt 4 Leader Following Without Gaps Series

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Sep 22, 2009
     | 3,189 views

    Some leaders like a Gap, some follower create a gap, the way god meant his Church to be was good leaders leading and good followers following. you can also listen on line at www.preaching.co.nr

    We shall discover today that “Church as it was meant to be” was clearly a leader- following community of believers. We know the passage so well, that says “they devoted themselves to the apostles teaching…….” Acts 2:42. This highlights the fact that they came under the teaching and leadership of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    He Always Told Me Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Jul 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,948 views

    Part 2 in a series on attributes that make a strong church. This focuses on worship.

    A STRONGER CHURCH Part 2-Worship Sunday, July 20, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee People come to the table for all kinds of reasons. They come for what they will be fed. They come for the fellowship. They come because they don’t want to hurt the hosts feelings and they feel obligated. Some come ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    We Are The Boat, Tossed By The Sea Of Life.

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Aug 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,344 views

    A sermon for the 13th Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 14, series A.

    13TH Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 14] August 10, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you sent your Son among us to reveal your will for our lives and to redeem us from sin and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Bring In The Fruit!

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,904 views

    Message urging our church to be one where we are bringing in the "fruit of the vineyard" - working for the Kingdom instead of ourselves.

    Bring in the Fruit! Matthew 21:33-46 August 10, 2008 Introduction We continue our walk through the gospel according to Matthew, and even though it’s only Tuesday, Jesus finds Himself in the thick of some controversy. The religious leaders are really coming after Him – challenging His words, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Darryl Baker avatar

    The Year Of Favor And Freedom

    Contributed by Darryl Baker on Jan 25, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,300 views

    Ministry Vision Sermon for 2013

    "Early in the spring of 1750, in the village of Juffure, four days upriver from the coast of The Gambia, West Africa, a manchild was born to Omoro and Binta. Forcing forth from Binta's strong young body, he was black as she was, and he was bawling." One day in 1767, while searching for wood to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Mars Hill Christians

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 28, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,610 views

    If it is still the Old Rugged Cross and the Blood why be looking for every new thing?

    Acts 17:19-21 19 And they took him, and brought him unto Areopagus, saying, May we know what this new doctrine, whereof thou speakest, is? 20 For thou bringest certain strange things to our ears: we would know therefore what these things mean. 21(For all the Athenians and strangers which were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Standing On The Solid Rock; Maintaining Your Relationship With God

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 8, 2011
     | 21,610 views

    The things you need to know to stay strong in the Lord.

    October 9, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Psalm 27:1-14 Subject: Walking with God Title: Standing on the Solid Rock: Maintaining Your Relationship with God One of the greatest needs in the church today is consistency. What I mean by that is not that the church is inconsistent, but that people in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Instructing In God's Word Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 74,015 views

    The most basic essential for any healthy church is a commitment to hearing, learning, and applying God’s Word.

    Making an Impact: Instructing in God’s Word Since Bible is our “middle” name, I thought it would be a good idea to begin this morning with a little Bible quiz. You guys should do really well on this. Let’s start with an easy one from the Old Testament. 1. Where is the first tennis match ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Caring For Other Beleivers Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003
    based on 229 ratings
     | 86,620 views

    You and I were created for community. That’s why our topic this morning is so important. You were made to have intimate relationships, to serve people lavishly, to share the stuff that you have, to build into the lives of the people around you, to have p

    Making an Impact: Caring for Other Believers It’s been said that the church is like a family. I’ve always wondered about this because some of the families I know don’t function all that well. In fact, there were times when I was growing up that I wasn’t the best brother to my sisters… I may have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist