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  • Craig Smee avatar

    Baptism

    Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,697 views

    This is an example batism service at pool side

    1. INTRO ILLUSTRATION A little girl sat with her parents during a baptismal service one Sunday night, which was a new experience for her. She exclaimed in surprise, ‘Why did he push that guy in the water? Why, Dad, why?’ Her mom tried to explain briefly and quietly, but she just wouldn’t be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    3 Defining Moments - How To Alter Life's Direction

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 13, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,451 views

    Life’s direction can be changed by understaning our past, present & future

    - PowerPoint upon Request - PDF fill-in-the-blanks bulletin insert outline upon request 3 Defining Moments - How To Alter Life’s Direction Eph 2 There was a man the side of the road hitch hiking on a very dark night in the middle of a storm. It was late at night and no cars ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Focus On God's Promises

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 20, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 10,470 views

    The Holy Spirit helps us consciously and subconsciously to turn our focus away from pain and on to God’s promises for deliverance. Many people tend to surrender to feelings of rejection, suffering and negative thoughts when they experience problems. The H

    Illustration: Dr. Henry Pope tells a story of one his students who learned how to change her perspective. It seems that one young girl while attending college spotted a young man who seemed very handsome and someone she would like to get to know. One day she was sitting in the library and spotted ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Learning From The Jerusalem Crowd

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Apr 6, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,495 views

    Let’s not be like those who first welcomed, then turned against the only Savior, Jesus Christ.

    LEARNING FROM THE JERUSALEM CROWD Palm Sunday 2006 Pastor Eric J. Hanson Read Mark 11: 1-11. Now here’s rest of the story of this week and the following 40 days . 1. He cleared the Temple. 2. He cursed the barren fig tree. 3. He silenced the Sanhedrin with their trick questions. 4. He taught ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus The Restorer Of Hands And Hearts

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 26, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,166 views

    Revitalization is God’s special work.

    Jesus the Restorer of hands and hearts Luke 6:6-12 Our front lawn in this summer heat has been turning from thick and green, to greenish-yellow, to yellow-brown, in places it has withered away and died. This last rain has helped, it has turned greener, and thicker again. What caused the lawn ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Sheep In Wolves Clothing

    Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Nov 24, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 20,084 views

    God has called us to carry the light in the darkness of this world. He has called us to be change agents. He wants us to shine His light so that men can see and be changed. The question is how do we consistently do this thing that God has called us to do?

    Sermon Series: Sermon: “Sheep In Wolves Clothing” Scripture: Matthew 5.14-16 Introduction: Do you guys remember the cartoon with Wiley Coyote and Ralph the sheep dog. I use to love that cartoon. Every morning Ralph and Wiley would meet at the time clock which was mounted on a tree. As they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Speed Bumps

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,710 views

    The final sermon in the summer 2006 Series, “Being God’s People by Serving, Obeying, and Giving.”

    The summer before my senior year in high school I had one of those spiritual experiences that is hard to explain because it was only God and me in my bedroom one warm August evening. It is the kind of experience that made at least one of my parents, when all was said and done, scratch their head ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Protagonist And The Antagonist

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Jan 6, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,738 views

    Jesus setting the Pharisees straight and shutting down their argumentative spirit.

    The Protagonist and the Antagonist Luke 14:1-6 Rev. Phillip A. Wright Jesus was literally on display in midst of the Pharisees in home of one of their rulers. This was the primary group who would want to catch Jesus in some form of a compromise. So let’s look at our passage and see how the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Married To A Murderer

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 15, 2011
     | 2,524 views

    Exposition of Hebrews 13 regarding must not forget to pray for our brothers and sisters in Christ.

    Text: Heb 13:3, Title: Married to a Murderer, Date/Place: NRBC, 11.13.11, AM A. Opening illustration: story of Adel, Hearts of Fire, pp. 5-44 B. Background to passage: this is a simple instruction for those among a persecuted church to remember those that in chains and suffering for Jesus. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Me This Mountain

    Contributed by J. Darren Duncan on Oct 25, 2013
     | 5,666 views

    Requesting a Ministry from God! What would God have me do? When can I ask for a Ministry?

    GIVE ME THIS MOUNTAIN (Joshua 14:6-15) 1. HEBRON IS THE MOUNTAIN (Hebron: Society or Friendship) 2. CALEB IS THE MAN (Caleb: Dog, Crow, Basket) 3. GOD WILL MAKE MANIFEST Caleb's request is, "Give me this mountain," or Hebron, because it was formerly in God's promise to him, and he would let Israel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Open Door Of Opportunity Series

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on Mar 18, 2021
     | 7,842 views

    Has God opened a door of opportunity to you ? Then seize the moment! Step out in faith and experience all God has designed to bless you with.

    Many of you will remember the game show “let’s make a deal”. In this game show the show’s host, Monty Hall, would often give people the option of choosing what was behind 3 doors. The reason I draw this to your attention is because the Lord Jesus opened a door of opportunity to the church in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Relationship With God

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 6, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 28,064 views

    Relationship not religion is a catchy slogan but what does it truly mean to have a vibrant relationship with God?

    Phil.3:7-8 - “But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish that I may gain Christ.” What does ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Deceptive Path Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 23, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 511 views

    This is the 12th Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

    Series: Wisdom For Life [#12] THE DECEPTIVE PATH Proverbs 7:1-27 Introduction: Proverbs 7 vividly illustrates how easy it is to be led astray by false promises and seductive appearances, often when we least expect it. The chapter paints a powerful picture of a young person walking down a path ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Expiration Of Grace

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 24, 2025
     | 652 views

    Grace is a divine privilege, not a license to sin. While God’s grace is abundant, it is not endless for those who continually reject it.

    EXPIRATION OF GRACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:1-2 Supporting Texts: Genesis 6:3, Hebrews 10:26-27, Proverbs 29:1, 2 Peter 3:9, Matthew 25:10-12 INTRODUCTION The grace of God is His unmerited favour and kindness extended to humanity. It is by grace that we are saved, sustained, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Defending The Truth PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,317 views

    To explore the power, necessity, and impact of Jesus' truth, and our responsibility as Christians to understand, defend, and live by this truth.

    Good morning, Church! Today we're going to tackle some tough but absolutely essential topics: The Power of Jesus' Truth, The Necessity of Defending Jesus' Truth, and The Impact of Defending Jesus' Truth. Opening Scripture Reading – We'll be diving deep into the heart of John 14:6, where Jesus said, ...read more

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