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  • Thomas Clawser avatar

    Eagles And Chickens Series

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 9, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 24,518 views

    Until believers embrace holiness in our lifestyles, revival in the church cannot begin. A life changing message from Paul to the Colossians.

    The Scottish preacher John McNeill liked to tell about an eagle that had been captured when it was quite young. The farmer who snared the bird put a restraint on it so it couldn’t fly, and then he turned it loose to roam in the barnyard. It wasn’t long till the eagle began to act like the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Steve Steve avatar

    The Four Books Of The Bible

    Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 9, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 3,315 views

    Four aspects of the word of God. Promoting the bible as the basis for all we say and do.

    The four books of the bible Introduction- The one thing that we very much want to share with you today is the very thread that holds us all together. I want you to learn today that the word of God is something that we can all rest upon. A. The book of eternal- 1. Psalm 119:89 says, “Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jim Kane avatar

    Getting Into Shape

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,334 views

    How much do you want to know God’s will?

    In the opening pages of his autobiography, An American Life, Ronald Reagan writes, I was raised to believe that God had a plan for everyone and that seemingly random twists of fate are all a part of His plan. My mother - a small woman with auburn hair and a sense of optimism that ran as deep as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Clark Frailey avatar

    Accept One Another Series

    Contributed by Clark Frailey on Sep 9, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 7,697 views

    The Family of God Series: A message on how to accept one another as believers. Adapted from material & outlines on building community.

    The Family of God: Accept One Another Introduction: READ: Colossians 3:12-17 I’m sure many of you have watched the television show, “Cheers”? For eleven seasons, from 1982 to 1993, Cheers was one of the highest-rated shows on television, and since 1993 its spinoff, Frasier, has also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Haugen avatar

    Wedding - Blue Print For Life Together

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 12, 2002
    based on 126 ratings
     | 15,178 views

    To begin a marriage with a good set of blue prints is important.

    ____and _____, today you are at a beginning. You begin today as husband and wife. Everything is ready. Optimism abounds, you are eager build upon your relationship and everyone here is cheering you on. It is a time of excitement, a time of awe and wonder, a time of not a little apprehension. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tim Byrd avatar

    A Spiritual Tune-Up

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Sep 19, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 15,618 views

    What in our Christian life needs to be worked on

    SPRITUAL TUNE-UP Date: July 7, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Mark 12:30-31 Several weeks ago, my family & I drove to St. Louis for the Southern Baptist Convention. We decided to drive the some 800 plus miles (seemed like 9 million mile drive). My greatest fear when traveling is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Get Out Of The Dark Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Oct 4, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 8,648 views

    Is Judas alone in his betrayal of the Christ? Actions speak louder than words. Have we betrayed the Lord through how we relate with each other?

    ✎ Have you ever found yourself afraid of the dark? Perhaps it was when you were a child and you had to sleep with the hall light on; every child knows that the boogeyman can get you if you’re in the dark. Every sound takes on a new mysterious meaning in the dark; uncertainty and darkness ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rob Clifton avatar

    Instructions For The Home

    Contributed by Rob Clifton on May 23, 2001
    based on 110 ratings
     | 3,721 views

    This is a sermon written to preach in a wedding. It lists the responsibilities of each marriage partner.

    Introduction: 1. I remember when my dad bought his first VCR. 2. He didn’t know anything about how it worked, but he spent hours reading the instruction manual, learning every detail of how to use it properly. 3. Wouldn’t it be great if other things in life came with directions, like: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Matthew Drake avatar

    Doing What We Know To Do, The Way We Know How To Do It

    Contributed by Matthew Drake on May 29, 2001
    based on 83 ratings
     | 3,412 views

    A great challenge to the Youth of today; to obey and honor their parents, the way God intended them to do.

    As I was preparing this message, I did not feel to preach tonight. In fact I felt to speak to our Youth. Mom’s and Dad’s, stick with us, I think you’ll like the direction I plan to take tonight. If you would stand (remain standing) in honor to the reading of God’s Word. Let’s begin with The Book ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    What Earthly Good Is The Church, Anyway?

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jun 3, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 3,333 views

    Christians need to understand that the church gives them what they cannot find anywhere else in the world!

    I give all appropriate credit to Rick Warren, "The Purpose Driven Church" for material that made this message possible. What Earthly Use is the Church, Anyway? June 3, 2001 In this Pentecost season, when we celebrate the church, it’s logical to ask the question: What earthly use is the church, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Anderson avatar

    Excited For Eternity?

    Contributed by David Anderson on Jun 28, 2001
    based on 38 ratings
     | 6,432 views

    Is heaven bigger to us than this tiny planet? If so, does our belief in heaven make a difference in our life?

    Sermon: “Excited for Eternity?” Rev. David Anderson John 14:1-13 I’d like to read for you a few verses from the fourteenth chapter o St. John’s Gospel. Our Lord says to His disciples, and that includes mst of us ere, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Apple avatar

    The Perfect Bond Of Unity Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 11,550 views

    THE KEY TO HARMONY IN THE BODY OF CHRIST

    BIG IDEA: THE KEY TO HARMONY IN THE BODY OF CHRIST IS: - BEING CHRISTLIKE IN OUR CHARACTER AND ATTITUDE TOWARDS ONE ANOTHER - BEING PRODUCTIVE IN MINISTERING THE WORD TO ONE ANOTHER - BEING MOTIVATED BY A DESIRE TO PLEASE HIM IN EVERYTHING (AND BEING THANKFUL THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Get You Clothes On Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 9, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 7,906 views

    You see, it is not enough to just get rid of the bad it,.Because if we only take off the bad, and never get around to putting on the good >>> we are placing ourselves in a very dangerous situation. (Jesus is Enough - part 5)

    Jesus Is Enough - Part 5 "Get Your Clothes On" Many years ago there was an emperor who was so fond of new clothes that he spent all of his money on them. He did not give himself any concern about his army; he cared nothing about the theater or for driving about in the woods, except for the sake ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bruce Howell avatar

    Is Your Heart Sitting Down?

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jul 10, 2001
    based on 98 ratings
     | 7,414 views

    The peace of God-- its importance and how to acquire it.

    Is Your Heart Sitting Down? Col 3:12-17 12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Travis Moore avatar

    Burying The Hatchet Series

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 27, 2000
    based on 79 ratings
     | 5,719 views

    The importance of forgiving others

    Burying The Hatchet or FORGIVE! & FORGET? Luke 17:1-6; Col. 3:12-15 I. THE MEANING OF FORGIVENESS A. Aphiemi = To send away; to cancel the debt; to remit; to totally remove; thus, never be liable for the obligation again. ·(Mat 18:27) The servant's master took pity on him, canceled the debt and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist