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  • David DeWitt avatar

    Keeping First Things First

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 21, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,142 views

    Jesus needs to be the first and foremost in our lives.

    Keeping First Things First Revelation 2:1-7 May 22, 2005 Morning Service Introduction When I went to Asbury, for seminary, Maxie Dunam became the new president and I remember the advice he gave to the incoming students. “The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing.” I believe that ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Inside Out Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 27, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,045 views

    The Christian life is a life of growth, and growth means change. Growth takes great effort on our part, but behind it all is God’s work within us.

    Inside Out (Philippians 2:12-30) 1. Today I must humble myself before this congregation. 2. I realized that I skipped a section of Philippians….the Moores through me off! 3. It doesn’t take much to get me confused! But I am not alone. 4. One woman recalls: When I was pregnant with my now 2 year ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Making God'y Choices Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,313 views

    We need to try our best to make Godly decisions because what God wants for us isn’t always the same thing that the culture wants for us.

    ***Start off with Choose Your Own Adventure*** Throughout our lives we are going to have to make a lot of decisions. Most often when we are thinking about what direction to go or what decision to make we try to make the decision that is best for us. In our culture we are told that picking the job ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Narnia: Doorway To The Unseen Series

    Contributed by Dale Kesterson on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,554 views

    Based on themes found in C. S. Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, this message examines the nature of faith and our belief in the unseen.

    I’ve got to tell you all that I am incredibly excited about this week. For one thing, my first male progeny will likely be born this Friday. But there is another event that has really divided my anticipation. Now many of you know that I have what you might call a mild appreciation for C. S. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    More Than Just A Healing

    Contributed by Chris Tiller on Dec 16, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,137 views

    The account of the ten lepers: Grace was extended equally to all ten, but in only one did that grace bring a response of faith. With wild abandon, and gratitude, and excitement, he turned from going through the motions and fell at Jesus’ feet.

    Some texts are just too obvious. Ten lepers were cleansed. One came back and said thanks. Nine did not. The one was commended. The nine were scolded in absentia. Ah...it’s important to write thank-you notes. My mama, your mama, and Miss Manners would be pleased. End of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Super Models

    Contributed by Clint Davison on Oct 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,543 views

    The Christians in Corinth were a model for the other Christians aroud them - and for us as well.

    Super Models – 1 Thessalonians 1:6-10 A. We live in a world devoid of role models. Who’s your role model going to be? Kobe? Arnold? Ladies – Martha Stewart? Hopefully, the answer that comes to all of us is some fine Christian man or woman we know. B. As Christians, we need to find a model to serve ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Person Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 30, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,245 views

    The Holy Spirit empowers, purifies, reveals, and unifies us today.

    “The Person of the Holy Spirit” John 14:15-21, 25-27 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts We can grasp the concept that God is our Father, and we especially identify with Jesus, Who walked this earth as one of us…but it’s harder to conceptualize the ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    An Encouraging Word

    Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Nov 2, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 17,073 views

    As Christians we need all the encouragement we can get! We need encouragement because it’s easy to become discouraged.

    An Encouraging word A seminary professor was vacationing with his wife in Gatlinburg, TN. One morning, they were eating breakfast at a little restaurant, hoping to enjoy a quiet, family meal. While they were waiting for their food, they noticed a distinguished looking, white-haired man moving from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jason Jones avatar

    To The Ends Of The Earth Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 1, 2007
     | 4,782 views

    Thoughts about our condition at an Acts 1:8 church

    Text: Acts 1:8, Title: To the Ends of the Earth, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/6/07, AM A. Opening illustration: the woman in Lilburn that gasped at the small number of churches in Maine, USA, after reading scripture and prayer- the evangelism linebacker B. Background to passage: As I mentioned last week, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Make A Stand Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on May 14, 2007
     | 4,030 views

    As representatives of Christ, we must a) Stand Firm b) Stand in Faith and c) Stand with Pride. Just as Christ suffered, we must realize the privilege of suffering on His behalf!

    INTRODUCTION A. Book of Philippians 1. Paul in Chains – realized that his chains were for the ‘defense of the gospel’ B. Introduction Thus Far 1. Paul’s testimony was causing others to “Preach” a. Good Motives out of “Love” b. Poor Motives out of “Insincerity, Selfish Ambition, Trouble” 2. Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Revival Through Our High Priest

    Contributed by Carl Benge on May 17, 2007
     | 2,936 views

    Revival and getting back to basics of the Methodist foundations of service to God.

    This past week I have thought a lot about what our Superintendent said about getting back to the basics, and to the spiritual revival of our communities. So what is the base of our faith? What is the very foundation that our Church is built upon? Our most basic part should be the faith in our Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Servant-King

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Nov 24, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,285 views

    This sermon was prepared for Christ the King Sunday, the last Sunday in November of 2007. The thesis is that as disciples of Jesus Christ we are to follow in His steps in being servant leaders.

    The Servant-King --Jeremiah 23:1-6 Kings, Queens, Presidents, Governors, priests, and pastors are called to be good role models before their people. Unfortunately that was never the case with any of the kings of the Northern Kingdom of Israel and with many of the kings of Judah as well. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Refreshing The Heart Of The Apostle Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,042 views

    Exposition of Philemon 17-25 about the final thoughts that Paul wanted Philemon to think on before he made his decision

    Text: Philemon 17-25, Title: Refreshing the Heart of the Apostle, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/25/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Seeing that little girl at Camp Jubilee one year get saved after a week’s worth of praying and witnessing refreshed the heart of the entire camp. B. Background to passage: After ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Spencer Homan avatar

    God's Timing (Patience)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,273 views

    This is a sermon that focuses on waiting on God.

    God’s Time OT - Isaiah 64:4, “Since ancient days no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you who acts on behalf of those who wait for him.” NT - Hebrews 11:39-40 “These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised. God had ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Tell The Story

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 11, 2007
     | 7,444 views

    A message which answers the 2 basic questions for every believer; "Why Should I tell the story?" and "How Do I tell the Story?"

    TELL THE STORY John 3:3, 16 * Everyone loves someone who can “tell a story.” Now, I’m not talking about the person who can “reel off” untruths, but rather I’m talking about those people like my Evangelist Uncle James, who can spin a tale with the best. * Do you know what I’ve discovered? Everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist