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  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Are You Ready For Christmas? (#2)

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 25, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,807 views

    This is a revised and shorter version of a sermon by the same name that I contributed to Sermon Central several years ago.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK This is a revised and shorter version of a sermon by the same name that I contributed to Sermon Central several years ago. TEXT: Matthew 1:18-25 A. A question we'll undoubtedly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    “what It Means To Forgive Others” - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 17, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,028 views

    Just what does it mean to forgive others?

    In our last time together, we began to look to our passage for today to answer the question, “What does it mean to forgive?” We made two observations. We said that forgiving others means . . . 1. Forgiving them repeatedly; & 2. Choosing to forgo revenge. Now today, I want us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “what Forgiveness Looks Like” - Part One Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 25, 2014
     | 4,711 views

    Our forgiveness of others should look like the forgiveness God provided for us through the cross.

    In our passage for today, Paul speaks about the dangers of unforgiveness. He tells us that unforgiveness . . . A. Negatively impacts our influence on others - v. 29 B. Negatively impacts God’s influence on us - v. 30 Consequently, he tells us to avoid all those things associated with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “what Forgiveness Looks Like” - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 30, 2014
     | 3,955 views

    The way I forgive others should look like the way God has forgiven me in Christ.

    Today, we are going to conclude our thoughts on this passage. We made note last time of how Paul tells what it will look like when we forgive others. It will look like what God has done for us in Christ through the cross - v. 32. Last time, we said that . . . 1. In forgiving us, God did not deny ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “how To Know You Have Forgiven” - Part One Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 14, 2014
     | 6,898 views

    How do I know if I have forgiven someone?

    76-year-old Bill Baker wed Edna Harvey, his granddaughter’s husband’s mother. His granddaughter, Lynn, said, “My mother-in-law is now my step-grandmother. My grandfather is now my step-father-in-law. My mom is my sister-in-law and by brother is my nephew. But even crazier is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Something We Need To See

    Contributed by J. Darren Duncan on Jan 16, 2014
     | 5,341 views

    ENCOURAGEMENT FROM GOD'S WORD

    SOMETHING WE NEED TO SEE--John 4:35 Introduction: The Lord is sharing with His disciples the need to harvest at the right time. When wheat is ready to be harvested, the tops of the grain will turn white. If it is not harvested at that time, it will rot and be of no use. The Lord encourages us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,664 views

    God's forgiveness unlocks His blessings. Sin is to be forgiven. God's forgiveness needs to be claimed. Sin is to be confessed. God's forgiveness is to be shared.

    I believe all of us has taken this trip before – a guilt trip – probably more often than we like. The feeling of guilt comes when we do something we know is wrong. • It need not be a serious crime. It can be something careless, unethical, rude or immoral. • Yet this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Using Things, But Loving People Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 8, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,256 views

    Wealth, Hoarding, Tithing, Others

    LIFE APP – Using Things, But Loving People James 5:1-6 (p. 849) October 12, 2014 Introduction: [They called him “Trey” even though his real name is William. He was a bit of an underachiever. He was the class clown in school...somewhat of a rebellious ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Handle Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 23, 2016
    based on 8 ratings
     | 35,550 views

    This sermon looks at 4 reasons for discouragement and 4 ways to handle it: 1. FATIGUE 2. FRUSTRATION 3. FAILURE MENTALITY 4. FEAR 1. RE-EVALUATE Your Goals 2. REALIZE You’re Not Alone 3. Be READY to Fight 4. REMEMBER The Lord

    How To Handle Discouragement A few weeks ago I spoke about depression – today I want to speak about discouragement. When I think about depression – I would view it as a great pit – one that would take a massive amount of energy to escape. When I think about discouragement ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Freedom Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 29, 2015
     | 8,009 views

    If you and I want to have relationships that last for the long haul, then we must be willing to extend forgiveness to others. In every relationship you have, you will constantly be called on to forgive and to ask for forgiveness. God will help us do this!

    The Freedom of Forgiveness Text: Matthew 18:21-35 Intro: There was a man who really loved dogs. He devoted his life to them. He read about them, studied them, and even gave talks about them to other dog lovers. One day he decided to pour a new sidewalk in front of his house. His neighbor watched ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    How To Be A Builder Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jul 18, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 15,724 views

    God’s desire is for us to be builders of people (our family, fellow church members, co-workers, spouse, and kids). How can we do this? Let’s look at the negative example of the Pharisees and turn it into some positive principles.

    How to Be a Builder (not a Bulldozer) Mark 7:1-23 Introduction: 1. At the time of Jesus’ ministry to Israel, the Pharisees and scribes were the religious leaders who knew about the true God, knew the Scriptures, and knew about the prophecies of a coming Christ. 2. They didn’t appear ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "What Lack Of Love Leads To" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,876 views

    John tells us that a true child of God seeks to be gracious and generous.

    The theme of this portion of 1 John is love. But instead of portraying the need for believers to love one another in a positive light, John speaks to us about loving one another by emphasizing the negative. In these verses, he tells us what a lack of love will lead to. 1. Murder - vs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Does Not Envy Or Boast Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016
     | 8,206 views

    When I love like Jesus loves I set aside my rights to make things right for others

    ENGAGE Whether or not you were alive on January 20, 1961, you are probably familiar with this line from President John F. Kennedy’s inaugural address: Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country. I don’t think that as a nation we’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Is Not Irritable Or Resentful Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016
     | 12,488 views

    When I love like Jesus loves I love even those I don’t like

    ENGAGE Imagine with me a courtroom in which a defendant stands accused. The prosecutor goes at that defendant with everything he’s got. He paints the man as a treasonous liar who is intent on destroying societal values and stirring up trouble. His arguments are heated, vindictive and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Schultz avatar

    No Revenge. Just Forgive

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 3, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,990 views

    Joseph forgave. So can we. Here's how...

    Genesis 45 Tuesday intercom What is the most difficult thing in the world to do? Do you know what it is? The most difficult thing in the world. Answers.yahoo.com says, that this thing I want to talk about today is, quote - "one of the most difficult things you can do." Wikihow.com says the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran