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  • Scott Coltrain avatar

    Music In Worship

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Feb 24, 2004
    based on 112 ratings
     | 15,563 views

    This is an examination of the kind of music that God deems acceptable in the worship of the Lord’s Church.

    From the earliest days, music has played an important element in the worship of God. In both the Old and New Testaments, one can read of the use of music in worship. During the last 1600-1700 years, there has been much controversy as to the nature of acceptable music in Christian worship. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fruit Of The Spirit Is Kindness Or Kinder And Gentler Christians

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Feb 28, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,994 views

    Jesus exhibited kindness by His life...likewise, Christians need to exhibit kindness in our lives as well.

    Sunday Evening; February 29, 2004 Title: The Fruit of the Spirit is Kindness Or, A Kinder and Gentler Christian Read Text: Galatians 5:22-23 Introduction 1. Mamie Adams always went to a certain branch post office in her town because the postal employees there were always friendly. One day, ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Keith Manry avatar

    What Women Wish Men Knew About Women Series

    Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 2, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,547 views

    Part 2 of a series entitled "Love, Sex, and Lasting Relationships". Part 3 - "What Men Wish Women Knew About Men"

    I have to begin this morning by letting you know that this sermon could in fact be the last sermon I ever preach, for today I am being presumptuous enough and perhaps even foolish enough to stand up in front of you and tell you what women in our congregation are thinking. If I get this right I’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    Shrinking God's Holiness

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Apr 16, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 3,473 views

    When we shrink God’s holiness we have no standard to live by

    How we have made God a shrinking reality DON’T BE AFRAID! Have you ever wondered which hurts the most? Saying something and wishing you hadn’t? or Saying nothing and wishing you had? I guess the most important things are the hardest things to say. Don’t be afraid to tell someone you love them. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Ray Navarro avatar

    The Art Of Forgiving

    Contributed by Ray Navarro on Dec 12, 2001
    based on 71 ratings
     | 14,906 views

    Jesus forgives us of our sins; we should be forgiving as well. Here’s what happens when we pardon those who sin against us.

    Andrew was a young man of 26 years old. He was very responsible and sociable as well. Since he was 9 years old, Andrew had been working to help and sustain his poor family. And for most of his life he had worked in the fields. But although he was a hard worker, he never had a steady ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    New Commitments For The New Year

    Contributed by James Petticrew on Dec 22, 2001
    based on 1,726 ratings
     | 526,776 views

    A sermon to challenge people to make 4 biblical commitments which can change their lives in the new year

    NEW COMMITMENTS FOR THE NEW YEAR Introduction Well it’s that time of year again when in a fit of optimism many of us make great promises to ourselves about what we are going to do in the New Year that we usually abandon about the second week in January. Let’s be honest now. How may of you kept to ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    All Things New In 2002

    Contributed by James Westervelt on Jan 9, 2002
    based on 132 ratings
     | 8,243 views

    God wants us to stop living on "experiences PAST," and to move on to new things He wants to do in our lives today!

    ALL THINGS NEW IN 2002 Each December as we approach the New Year, I ask the Lord to give me a theme for the days that lie ahead. This year, the theme that came to mind is: "All Things New in 2002." This concept is based on 2 Cor. 5:17 - "Therefore, if anyone be in Christ, he is a new ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Thankful Heart

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 154 ratings
     | 50,914 views

    what it means to have a thankful heart

    Dec. 3, 2000 Colossians 3:15-17 “A thankful heart” INTRODUCTION Eight things to be thankful for: Be grateful... * for automatic dishwashers. They make it possible to get out of the kitchen before the family comes in for their after-dinner snacks. * for husbands who attack small ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anchors Away!

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 31, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 4,748 views

    After becoming a Christian it becomes too easy to become complacent about our daily walk with Christ.

    First Baptist Church February 3, 2002 "Anchors Away!" Colossians 3:12-17 It is rare that Debbie and I get to watch a movie or a program that we like. Our time to watch something on television occurs at about 10:30. There are not many spiritual things you can take out of some of the movies Joshua ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eagles And Chickens Series

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 9, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
     | 24,521 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

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    A Dress Code For The Church

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Nov 28, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 12,600 views

    Clothing ourselves with the proper Christian attitudes

    (Note: This sermon was delivered on November 30th, St Andrews Day, which was observed with a Kirkin’ O’ The Tartans at Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church). As a true Scott, I love any opportunity to wear my kilt and to celebrate a part of my family heritage. There is something about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Purpose #2: You Were Formed For God's Family Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,193 views

    Based on the 2nd Purpose

    Purpose #2: You Were Formed for God’s Family Colossians 3:12-17 Becoming the “Place for You” Introduction A. Have you seen our church brochure, stationary, business cards? B. They are pretty nice if I do say so myself. C. However one them they all say “A Place for You…” D. Pretty catchy phrase ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Jeremy Houck avatar

    A Sharp Dressed Man

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Dec 29, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,659 views

    Paul tell us that to be pleasing to God there are some things that we must put on.

    I went to our local thrift store and bought an outfit, (Dark brown 1970’s pants, Hot Pink 1980’s shirt, Ugly tie, and 1950’s navy blue sports coat with red stiching) to preach this sermon. It went over real well. A Sharp Dressed Man Colossians 3: 5-14 By now the all of your Christmas presents ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Lynn Floyd avatar

    "Starting Over" (Beginning A New Year) Series

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jan 19, 2004
    based on 50 ratings
     | 47,983 views

    I talk about starting the new year with 1Corinthians 10:31 as a theme verse.

    Intro: Reality television is sweeping the nation and the world. Dozens and dozens of “reality” shows are on every day of the week. Some of them are good others are down right goofy. Come on, for the most part these shows are shallow. For the next several weeks I want to preach a new series of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Patience Primer

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 9, 2001
    based on 134 ratings
     | 4,909 views

    We talk about patience, but often do not understand what patience really is.

    Patience Primer (topical) 1. The nurse told the doctor that a man with an unusual condition was in the waiting room. 2. “He keeps shrinking, even before my eyes. He’s an inch shorter than when he came in 15 minutes ago,” she explained. 3. “Well,” responded the doctor, “I’m busy. Tell him it ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible