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  • Kelly Randolph avatar

    Contempt For God's Court Series

    Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Jun 14, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,072 views

    This message exposes the sin of placing ourselves in the position of God by self-righteously judging others.

    Contempt for God’s Court: The Problem of Self-Appointed Judges - James 4:11-12 Have you noticed the rising popularity of courtroom TV shows? First, there was Judge Wapner on The People’s Court. Then along came Judge Judy. You can also see the professional boxer and boxing referee turned judge – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Queen Esther Series

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 32 ratings
     | 32,151 views

    This sermon focuses on the amazing circumstances surrounding the beautiful story of a young Jewish girl and her ’Cinderala story.’

    Introduction: I want to thank our sign team and Ann Mary & the choir for leading us in worship this morning. Without a doubt Fanny Crosby was a woman of great faith, who has made a tremendous impact on the modern church. (PAUSE) This morning I want to tell you about another woman, who like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Surber avatar

    Change Your World

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 28, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,400 views

    We have been called to love each other faithfully… to love others radically… and to love God wholeheartedly. We have been called to change the world… our world… and that begins by being the change that we want to see.

    Change Your World (Mathew 16:18) Introduction We live in a constantly changing world. I remember when I first began in the ministry. I was a young Marine Sergeant living in Yuma, Arizona. I had gotten involved with a retired Pastor. He and I would lead a chapel service every Sunday at ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Worshipper Or Worrier

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 2, 2008
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    The bow that is always bent will soon break. People are intensely worried today. To avoid worry, we must have the proper focus, and focus comes through worship. Time to sit back and let Him do what He pleases. Let Him be in the driver’s seat and you’ll ex

    Opening Illustration: In her book, Celebrate Joy! Velma Seawell Daniels gives a striking new meaning to this familiar phrase. She tells of interviewing a man who had made a trip to Alaska to visit people who live above the Arctic Circle. "Never ask an Eskimo how old he is," the man said. "If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Edward Hardee avatar

    What The Baptism In The Holy Spirit Is Not Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,594 views

    Shows what the baptism of the Holy Spirit is not

    Title: What the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is not SCRIPTURE: Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION Because of ignorance of the work of the Holy Spirit, many fail to realize that the Holy Spirit is a distinct and separate member of the Holy Trinity. He works in complete harmony with the Father and the Son, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Prayer Series

    Contributed by Gregg Barbour on Nov 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,045 views

    Have your students ever wondered how to pray. This sermon will help them apply Biblical principles to a committed prayer life!

    Spiritual Disciplines Prayer gb. The Point. 11/01/04 Recap: Last week we started talking about this thing called spiritual disciplines, and how you’re supposed to read your Bible. Will talked about DNA: developing your desire, knowing your need, and applying what you’ve read. How many of you ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Turning Your Worst Experiences To Your Best Legacy

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 26, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,152 views

    God over-turned and overcame the opposition of the Jews and the Romans allowing Paul’s worst time to become His best enduring legacy. Challenge - Can we, like Paul trust and obey God even when our best efforts for Him seem to initially fail?

    Turning Your Worst Times to Your Best Legacy (Acts 22) We see a lot of reality shows on TV today but perhaps my favorite is Bridezilla. It amazes me how what should be the best time of a young woman’s life turns out to be her worst legacy. The show chronicles the life and experiences of young ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Don Hawks avatar

    I Love The Commercialism Of Christmas--No Joke!

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Dec 9, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,931 views

    I don’t think any of us are really ready to give up the traditions of this holiday season. So why not think about what we love about this time of the year? (Based on an article by Rev. Thomas Shepherd) ________________________________________

    How do you like this time of the year? Shopping center parking lots clogged with car headlights like a starry night sky in the country. Mindless, but welcoming music drifting over hordes of harried, hopeful, hesitantly happy holiday hunters. Shop ’til you’re top-heavy, arms full of packages, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    End Time Confusion Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 12, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,736 views

    When you are not well grounded, you are easily tossed to and fro.

    End Time Confusion (2 Thessalonians 2:1-4) 1. Ever since the days of the early Church, there have been False Teachings about the Coming of the Lord. Let me list just a few Deceptions. • In A.D.135, a man named Montanus proclaimed that the New Jerusalem would soon descend from heaven to earth and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Help Them Receive Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 13, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,903 views

    Paul so desired the Ephesians to receive everything thing God had prepared for them. But he understood that the question was not whether God wanted to give them His blessings, but were they ready to receive God s blessings.

    Series: Experiencing God’s Riches GOD, HELP THEM RECEIVE Ephesians 3:14-21 Paul so desired the Ephesians to receive everything thing God had prepared for them. But he understood that the question was not whether God wanted to give them His blessings, but were they ready to receive God s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    "The Un Masking Of All Hallows Eve"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 25, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,448 views

    This is a sermon for Reformation Sunday. It covers the origins of All Hallow Eve, and describes Satan’s use of culture, past and present to disguise and confuse people to the "gospel" message recovered by Martin Luther

    In Jesus Holy Name October 29, 2006 Reformation, Redeemer Lutheran “The Un-Masking of All Hallows Eve” This time of year is unlike any other in many respects. Every shopping center and grocery store is filled with all sorts of candy, costumes and decorations. This week children will ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Monty Newton avatar

    Impressing People Or Connecting With God?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 12, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,199 views

    Authenticity is the mark of the person who connects with God.

    Title: Impressing People or Connecting with God? Text: Luke 18:9-14 Thesis: Authenticity is the mark of the person who connects with God. Background Information: Our story is found in the context of Jesus¡¦ teaching regarding the coming of the Kingdom of God. Jesus gives somewhat mixed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gareth Harron avatar

    Lamentations 3

    Contributed by Gareth Harron on Mar 10, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,861 views

    Why life is hard and why its OK to say so.

    Sunday 9th March 2008 Lamentations 3:19-33 Evening- Magheralin DISCLAIMER Sermons are the fruit of prayerful reflection- having studied the text, commentaries and other people’s interpretation. Any use of particular phraseology or similarity with other people’s work which has not been duly ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Ken Mowery avatar

    The Meaning Of Righteousness Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,458 views

    Jesus’ teaching on the Law of God served to make clear the true meaning of righteousness.

    The Meaning Of Righteousness Part 1 Jesus And The Law Matthew 5:3-12 Jesus talked about the character of believers Matthew 5:13-16 Jesus taught about the function of believers as salt and light in the world. Matthew5:17-20 Jesus gives the foundation for the inner character qualities and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Worship Our Triumphant God Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,668 views

    Celebrating Who God is and What He has done is the heart of group worship.

    Worship Our Triumphant God (Exodus 15) 1. This was a monumental week when it comes to modern attacks upon Christianity with the release that a new documentary on the “Jesus Family Tomb” was soon to be presented on the Discovery Channel. 2. What is the Jesus Family Tomb? Has the lost tomb of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible