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  • Mike Hays avatar

    Living A Life Of Sacrifice: A Matter Of The Heart

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Dec 2, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,735 views

    The woman with the alabaster jar and the widow’s two copper coins show us that sacrificial giver is not determined by much we give, but by a grateful heart.

    “Living A Life of Sacrifice: A Matter Of The Heart” Romans 12:1-8 This is the last week of our stewardship “check-up.” I hope that during the past week you have found quiet times to allow the Lord to search your heart, give you insights into His will, and give you the passion to become a godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Potter's House

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Sep 5, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 15,686 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that - FIGURATIVELY SPEAKING - God is the Portter and we are the Marred Clay; and He doesn’t GIVE-UP ON US.

    “The Potter’s House” Jeremiah 18:1-6 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: GOD DOESN’T GIVE-UP ON US. REFERENCES: John 3:1-7; Jeremiah 18:1-11; Psalm 139:1-6,13-18; Deut. 30:15-20; 2 Cor. 4:7 (... earthen vessels in the KJV or Jars of Clay in the NIV); ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Tall Trees And Tumbleweeds Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 10, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 4,404 views

    Honoring parents gives us and society the stability we need to flourish.

    I started reading science fiction when I was 11 or 12, I think. My father brought home a couple of Heinlein juveniles from the library, Red Planet and Space Cadet. I don’t remember which one I read first, they’re both still favorites. All the Heinlein juvies are good reading. The plots were all ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Daniel DeVilder avatar

    Six Hearts (On The Road To Emmaus)

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 9,472 views

    An Encounter with the Risen Lord Strengthens Our Weak Hearts with Simple, Rejuvenating Faith! (the 6 headings in this sermon were heard in a sermon by my mentor Doug Kostowski, Miami, FL. The body of the material is mine)

    Short summation of the gospel/crucifixion? Bring up to speed succinctly. And the story grows on by His mercy Certain people stand out to me. People that are unusual. Remarkable. Memorable. People that directly or indirectly shape my outlook on life—maybe some even my life itself. • High ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Faith Fallout Of Easter

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 27, 2014
     | 2,825 views

    Circumstances that create fear, doubt and faithlessness give way to peace in the presence of the risen Christ.

    Title: The Faith Fall-Out of Easter Text: John 20:19-31 Thesis: Circumstances that create fear, doubt and faithlessness give way to peace in Christ’s presence. Introduction We understand the concept of fallout or aftermath: • After a nuclear explosion radioactive particles fall ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    This Changes Everything: Simeon Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 11, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,021 views

    When Simeon looked into the face of Jesus he saw the hope of the World

    We all know the words; we’ve heard them over and over again. If you close your eyes, you can almost picture the. The Old Testament words that are read each year during Advent. The words of Isaiah, Micah and David which relate to the coming Messiah. They are repeated in sermons and songs and printed ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Imperfect People Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 6, 2016
     | 10,952 views

    We hold a holy treasure in clay pots, but that's all that's needed to share the gospel and honor God.

    2 Corinthians 4:1-15 “Imperfect People” INTRODUCTION Many illustrations are used to explain the deep truths of God’s grace and our lives as Christians. In the thirteenth chapter of Matthew Jesus explains to his disciples that God’s kingdom is like a mustard seed (vs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    The Heart Is Forgiving

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 9, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,621 views

    Pulpit drama monologue as if the preacher were Simon, into whose house Jesus came, and where the jar of ointment was given. An emphasis on feeling, on forgiveness,and on generosity.

    Frankly, I like things cool, calm, and collected. This business of lavish public display has always bothered me. It’s just bad taste, that’s what it is, when people feel they have to hang all over each other in public. Great day, what you do see down at the market sometimes, young people so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Hands

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,611 views

    To a church which has prided itself on its accumulated resources, but which now faces austerity, God says that if we do not fear but trust Him, we are enough to get Him the victory.

    Hands. You have two hands. A right hand and a left hand, two hands. They are the most versatile parts of the human body, the places where our creativity is expressed, the instruments through which we register emotions, the tools we use to earn our daily bread. Hands. What a wonderful gift are our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    Worship In Biblical Perspective Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Oct 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,915 views

    Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks.John 4:23

    Worship in Biblical Perspective The Revelation and Redemption are the basis of acceptable worship in Biblical Perspective Text: John 4:4-42 Worship is the oldest practice in the history of mankind. There is no culture in the history which has not practiced some form of worship. We were created to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    What Can We Learn From Mary & Martha (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 30, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 26,520 views

    Duty and devotion are both necessary but there must be a balance. A balance where neither one would hinder us from exhibiting the other.

    Last time we were together we looked at the famous story of Mary and Martha. We concluded that the Lord wants us to be like Mary in our worship, and like Martha in our work. Duty and devotion are both necessary but there must be a balance. A balance where neither one would hinder us from ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Monty Newton avatar

    How To Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 24, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 27,354 views

    Jeremiah is an example of resilience in his refusal to give up when things get difficult.

    Title: How to Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up Text: Jeremiah 1:4-8, 20:7-18 and 32 Thesis: Jeremiah is an example of resilience in his refusal to give up when things get difficult. The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge We have just completed Week 8 of our Bible in 90 Days Whole ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Edward McCrary avatar

    The Potter's House

    Contributed by Edward Mccrary on Apr 30, 2009
    based on 19 ratings
     | 29,271 views

    God the creator of all things provided Jeremiah this illustration of what He would do to the nation Israel and we can extract from it great truths of how God deals with us today.

    The Potter’s House Jeremiah 18:1-6 God the creator of all things provided Jeremiah this illustration of what He would do to the nation Israel and we can extract from it great truths of how God deals with us today. As Jeremiah peers through a window into the potter’s house, he sees what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Lowe avatar

    Psalm 40 Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 31, 2020
     | 11,487 views

    The psalm divides into 5 sections: Part 1 David’s Conviction (verses 1-5) Part 2 David’s Consecration (verses 6-8) Part 3 David’s Confession (verses 9-10) Part 4 David’s Contrition (verses 11-13) Part 5 David’s Consolation (verses 14-17)

    February 10, 2014 Tom Lowe Title: PSALM 40: PAST TRIUMPHS AND PRESENT TROUBLES (Part 1) A psalm of David. ALL FIVE PARTS ARE ON THIS PAGE Part 1 David’s Conviction (verses 1-5) Part 2 David’s Consecration (verses 6-8) Part 3 David’s Confession (verses 9-10) Part 4 David’s Contrition ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Sharpes avatar

    Don't Be Afraid, Remember The Lord

    Contributed by Scott Sharpes on May 29, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 6,881 views

    Patriotic sermon used for Memorial Day, or modifed for other patriotic events. Deals with issues still worth fighting for as Christians. Interesting statistical illustration of all those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

    Title: Don’t Be Afraid, Remember the Lord 05/26/02 West Side Text: Nehemiah 4:14,20 A.M. Service Purpose: Memorial Day sermon dealing with those issues that are worth fighting for as a Christian. *************************************************************** Introduction “So to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene