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  • Kent Kessler avatar

    Deliverance From Disappointment Series

    Contributed by Kent Kessler on Dec 7, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,027 views

    The first Christmas came with disappointment. When Joseph heard the words, "Mary is pregnant," he must have felt the disappointment you and I have felt. But God had a message for Joe! And he has one for your disappointment too!

    SERIES: HOW CHRISTMAS HEALS OUR HURTS “Disappointment’s Deliverance” Matthew 1:18-25 A few years ago, I was approached by the leadership of a small group Melissa and I were in. They had questions and concerns regarding choices Melissa and I were making, specifically, Melissa’s working outside of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Battle Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Aug 25, 2006
    based on 89 ratings
     | 29,003 views

    This sermon looks at our adversary, armor and activity in spiritual warfare

    Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds The Battle of the Church Text: Ephesians 6:10-20 Introduction: True story....A Christian leader was traveling recently by plane. He noticed that the man sitting two seats over was thumbing through some little cards and moving his lips. The man looked to be in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Who Are You?

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 12, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,752 views

    A sermon on Rebekah and Isaac from Genesis 24. Good for Valentines Day or for Marriage Sunday!

    Sermon for 2/11/2007 Who Are You? Genesis 24 Introduction: A. Show the clip from Back to Future where George MyFly says, “You are my density.” On counter 1:04:00 to 1:05:12 B. Is there someone out there who is our density or destiny? C. Are marriages made in heaven? Is there someone out there who ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    One Plus One Plus One Equals One

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 24, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 12,370 views

    A sermon for the 7th Sunday of Easter

    7th Sunday of Easter John 17: 20-26 One Plus One Plus One = One   We have a wonderful mystery to contemplate this morning, and it is summarized in a strange formula. It’s not really all that complicated, but it is worthy of reflection for it has implications for our lives together. Here is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Robert Walter avatar

    We Three (Billion?) Kings

    Contributed by Robert Walter on Dec 24, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,717 views

    There are many things we don’t know about the Magi but we do know that they were Gentiles, they came to worship the Christ, and they brought expensive gifts. Where would they look if they came today?

    We Three (Billion?) Kings Matthew 2:1-12 December 19, 2004 Someone speculated what the first Christmas might have been like if Wise Women had come from the east instead of Wise Men. First of all, they would have asked for directions and made it to Bethlehem on time. Second, they would have ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Lion And The Lamb

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 17, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,573 views

    Isaiah 9:6 talks about two aspects of Christ in one verse and appears to blend them into one event while in reality the verse combines elements of both the first advent and the second advent of Jesus Christ. It speaks of His birth and earthly ministry as

    THE LION AND THE LAMB ISAIAH 9:6 Introduction: Isaiah 9:6 talks about two aspects of Christ in one verse and appears to blend them into one event while in reality the verse combines elements of both the first advent and the second advent of Jesus Christ. It speaks of His birth and earthly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep In The Game

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 15, 2010
    based on 18 ratings
     | 12,054 views

    The game of baseball has many jargons that go along with the sport. I have found three that I believe we can take in and gain a lesson from that will inspire us to “Keep in the Game.”

    Keep in the Game Scripture: 2 Timothy 4: 2-4 Purpose: To share that we need to hear the word of God and not what our itching ears desire. We need to get into the game get off the bench. I love this time of year. It is a time ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Released!

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jan 25, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,021 views

    How do you deal with guilt? People try many different ways, but only Jesus can truly cut away guilt's chains. Parts: A. From the chains of guilt. B. By forgiveness from Jesus.

    Text: Luke 4:14-21 Theme: Released! A. From the chains of guilt B. By forgiveness from Jesus Season: Epiphany 3c Date: January 24, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Released_-Luke4_14-21.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Every Tribe

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 30, 2010
    based on 49 ratings
     | 15,807 views

    By the end of the world the gospel will go out to all people groups. The gospel has not been preached to every tribe yet, though we are getting very close, and some from every tribe will believe! Link inc. to formatted text, audio/Video, PowerPoint.

    Every Tribe Revelation 5:9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/EveryTribe.html Revelation 5:9 9 And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Envisioning A Dream For Your Joshua

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,314 views

    1988. We may be at a point in our lives where we know we will never fully realize our dreams, but we can find fulfillment if we can identify and encourage others to embody our values.

    Several years ago a rather childish and tasteless movie, but nevertheless one good for escape purposes, made the rounds. The movie was called National Lampoon’s Vacation. It starred Chevy Chase, a batch of kids, fleeting glimpses of seductive models, and a monster station wagon that developed a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    7 Dips? Why Not Just 2 Or 3?

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,138 views

    With each dip (and the progressive laying aside of Naaman's weapons, armor, clothes, and undergarments) Naaman was progressively and completely stripped bare to the core of his soul - to that point where God could not only heal him physically, but spiritu

    2 Kings 5:1 – Story Of Naaman James 1:21 Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. I. JAMES 1:21 -- TWO LITTLE WORDS THAT PACK A MIGHTY PUNCH: “LAY ASIDE” apo ý= away ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Robert Hudson avatar

    God Answers Prayer

    Contributed by Robert Hudson on Feb 13, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,252 views

    A message on prayer based on one of Jesus' prayers, Matthew 7:7-11.

    Prayer This morning I would like to talk to you about prayer. To do this we are going straight to the source, we are going to look at one of Jesus’ teachings. Our scripture this morning is Matthew 7:7-11. These verses are part of Jesus’ teaching from the Sermon on the Mount. "Ask, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gideon's Gaffe Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,733 views

    Gideon (Inadvertenly) Makes An Idol

    Almost a year has gone by since Tiger Woods admitted sharing a bed with women who were not his wife. Since then he’s lost his marriage, millions of dollars in endorsements, and his golf game has been off. What prompted Tiger to make such a gaffe? Let him tell you in his own words: “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality Series

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Oct 6, 2009
     | 5,623 views

    We begin this series on emotionally healthy spirituality by examining what UNhealthy emotional spirituality looks like in relation to being a new creation in Christ.

    Back To School Emotionally UNhealthy Spirituality 2 Corinthians 5:17 September 27, 2009 This new series is entitled, “Back to School.” It is back to school because of the time of year but also because we are going to examine emotionally healthy spirituality. We are going to look at the connection ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Our Life For God: For His Glory Or Ours? Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Oct 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,032 views

    This message is intended to help us come to the understanding that we are to live for the glory of God and that our future rewards, or lack thereof, are dependent on how we do.

    OUR LIFE FOR GOD: FOR HIS GLORY OR OURS? Colossians 3:23-25 INTRODUCTION: A. Folks, you are here this morning to bring glory to God! 1. That is what life is all about – God’s Glory! 2. I hope you do, but if not don’t worry, hopefully by the end of our time together you will. B. As we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist