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  • Carl Greene avatar

    A Heart Condition -Gossip'er Or Encourager

    Contributed by Carl Greene on Oct 16, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 19,184 views

    We can use our tongues to do evil, discourage, discredit or we can use our tongues to do good, encourage, uplift, love!

    A Heart Condition Gossiper or Encourager? Do you remember an Olympic skier by the name of Picabo Street. Picabo [pronounced “peek-a-boo”] She is, or was the well-known Olympic gold medalist in the Super G a few years ago. But, she is more than a famous skier. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Menno Simons Series

    Contributed by Michael Buckingham on Nov 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,008 views

    Menno Simons was a contemporary with Martin Luther, who seems to have taken all the credit for the reformation. But where Martin Luther failed in his reformation, Menno Simons didn’t.

    Menno Simons Today (31st October) is reformation day, and so my focus will be on the reformer, Menno Simons. Menno Simons was a contemporary with Martin Luther, who seems to have taken all the credit for the reformation. But where Martin Luther failed in his reformation, Menno Simons ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's Wrong With That?

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 12, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 5,115 views

    James answers the question: Is it wrong to be critical or judgmental of other Christians if what you say is true? If so, what’s wrong with it?

    James answers the question: Is it wrong to be critical or judgmental of other Christians if what you say is true? If so, what’s wrong with it? “Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of his brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Harvey avatar

    What, Me Holy? Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Feb 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,619 views

    Taken from Ephesians 1, this series delves into the riches that we know through our relationship with Christ.

    After 13 years, I feel it’s time to come clean, to be vulnerable, to share some deep secrets with this congregation. So here goes: • My first childhood crush was Agent 99. • The first time I was on a TV game show was when I was in 6th grade—but it wasn’t the last. • My nickname in high school was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Michael Hollinger avatar

    Hold On

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jan 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,339 views

    A farewell sermon for my church - encouraging them to hold on to the Gospel they have

    SERMON: HOLD ON How do you hold on to a legacy? 1. Hold on to the One you know a. Your Family (Broaddus, Broadus, Dagg) b. Your Spirit (Power and Self-Control) 2. Hold on to what you already know a. Your Suffering b. Your Testimony c. Your Bible 3. Hold on by the power of the one who knows ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remarkable Child - Remarkable Contrasts

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,078 views

    As the kingdom of Christ began to dawn, in telling of the account of the Magi, Matthew portrays several remarkable contrasting responses to the Christ. Over 2000 years later these contrasting responses remain contemporary.

    Remarkable Child – Remarkable Contrasts Matthew 2:1-12 As the kingdom of Christ began to dawn, in telling of the account of the Magi, Matthew portrays several remarkable contrasting responses to the Christ. Over 2000 years later these contrasting responses remain contemporary. 1. Caustic search – ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Sing A New Song

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,872 views

    This is a call to move from traditional worship focusing on the Builder Generation to Multi-ethnic worship. Can also be used to explain the differences in worshop preferences between generations and moving to contemporary worship

    Sing a New Song Psalm 96 I am a PK, a preacher’s kid and grew up in a traditional Methodist church with hymns, the organ, anthems, a handbell choir and Calls to Worship. In 1990, I attended a conference in Houston on cutting edge ministry. The first night opened with worship. I walked in and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Befriend One Another Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 30, 2001
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,447 views

    Friendship is important...critical to living the Christian life.

    September 2, 2001 What makes for a real friend? What is the value of friendship? Philosophers have discussed and debated that for centuries. Mencius said, Friendship is one mind in two bodies. In the 1950¡¦s Norman Vincent Peale said, Getting people to like you is only the other side of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    There Is A Purpose In The Storm Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 9, 2002
    based on 90 ratings
     | 26,051 views

    This story in the life of Jesus and His disciples, in the boat upon the sea, conveys another world, a world where storms rise up out of nowhere and life itself is put at peril.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 20 There Is A Purpose In The Storm. Luke 8:22-25 In 1976 Gordon Lightfoot recorded a haunting ballad entitled “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald.” [1976, Moose Music, Ltd.] The Edmund Fitzgerald ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    The Other 4 P's- Power, Pleasure, Pride And Profit Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 9,455 views

    The other 4 P’s - Power, Pleasure, Pride and Profit lead to toxic faith.

    The 4 P’s to the presence and the power of God-part 2! Thesis: The 4 P’s to the presence and power of God are to be balanced against the cross. When we keep them in proper balance they produce a Spiritually Balanced Life. This spiritually balanced life then creates wholeness within the life of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    The Truth About Love

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 13, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,638 views

    Christ’s example dispels some common myths about love.

    A young wife was taking an afternoon nap. After she woke up she told her husband, "I just dreamed that you gave me a pearl necklace for Valentine’s Day. What do you think it means?" "You’ll know tonight" he replied. That evening the man came home with a small package and gave it to his wife. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Privilege Brings Responsibility

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 71 ratings
     | 11,943 views

    Privilege Brings Responsibility (Rom. 3:1,2)

    Privilege Brings Responsibility (Rom. 3:1,2) Illustration:When Queen Victoria was a child, she didn’t know she was in line for the throne of England. Her instructors, trying to prepare her for the future, were frustrated because they couldn’t motivate her. She just didn’t take her studies ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Balancing Privilege And Responsibility

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 27, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,104 views

    Have you ever wondered to what degree privilege brings responsibility? In this age of great privilege people need to know something about their responsibilities or they will squander great opportunities.

    Privilege Brings Responsibility (Rom. 3:1,2) Illustration:When Queen Victoria was a child, she didn’t know she was in line for the throne of England. Her instructors, trying to prepare her for the future, were frustrated because they couldn’t motivate her. She just didn’t take her studies ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev Ken Shedenhelm avatar

    If Heaven Ain't A Lot Like Iowa

    Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Jun 20, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,185 views

    The joy and love and peace that awaits us in heaven is beyond our imagination! It supersedes anything we have known on earth.

    People often ask me about heaven. Will my grandpa and grandma be there? Will they be the same age- will they like the same things they like(d) on earth? How about my little poodle, "Itty Bit"? Will my pets and my friends be in heaven? From time to time, I am asked these questions and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Gary Kins avatar

    New Wine & Old Whiners

    Contributed by Gary Kins on Jun 25, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 16,995 views

    This message is a challenge to let God use you to make a difference.

    Call To Worship - Isaiah 58:1-11 Scripture Reading - 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 New Wine & Old Whine Mark 2:18-22 Parallel Passages: Matthew 9:14-17 & Luke 5:33-39 Introduction: 1. Illustration: 1991 Chrysler New Yorker - Mark 5 It was my first real Chrysler and I loved it. I would still like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ