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  • Richard White avatar

    Paradise Lost Paradise Regained Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Feb 16, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,055 views

    When God created the universe, he created it perfect. We lost that perfection that paradise when we sinned. Through Christ we have paradise regained by being Born Again.

    Paradise Lost and regained The original intent of Creation was to live in a Paradise atmosphere where all was peaceful. Jacob understood this. In Genesis 49:28 he blesses the twelve tribes he blessed them appropriately. The writer sums up in unequivocal terms the substance of Jacob’s words to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who Does ’the Father’ Seek? Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,797 views

    God seeks for worshippers because the place of Lucifer and the 1/3 of angels that worshipped God was empty and was replaced by God’s creation of the human race. The same place which Lucifer condemned, God would place man to worship Him. It is a disgrace t

    Opening illustration: Lowell Ogden tells the story of a little boy who lived out in the country around the turn of the century. He had never seen a traveling circus, and one was coming to his town on Saturday. When he asked his father for permission to go, his dad said he could provide his chores ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Surviving The Death Of A Loved One Series

    Contributed by Max High on Feb 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,112 views

    Everyone will one day face grief because of the loss of a loved one or some other tragedy of life. Jesus holds the answer to our survival in these times.

    Jesus meets our deepest needs John 11:1-44 Introduction Everyone will one day face grief because of the loss of a loved one or some other tragedy of life. This knowledge in Itself does not offer us condolences or comfort. However, there are many comforts we can receive from scripture and the life ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Surviving Marriage Series

    Contributed by Max High on Feb 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,108 views

    Everyone can survive and thrive in marriage if they love each other as the bible teaches love.

    Surviving Marriage 1 Corinthians 13 Every Marriage has highs and lows. My wife and I have been married now over three decades. We have a good marriage. Most of those years have been spent working side by side in the ministry. We are with each other almost 24 hours a day. I __ would want it no ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    'the Importance Of A Diligent Spirit'

    Contributed by James Mcgee on Feb 27, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,659 views

    The importance of maintaining a diligent spirit towards God and His kingdom in our everyday lives.

    “ The Importance of Having a Diligent Spirit ” Psalms 119:4 ‘Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently’ 1- The word diligent is a biblical word that is used to express the need to show great care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties in spiritual matters. To be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why I Am Thankful To God

    Contributed by Kevin Burden on Nov 21, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,028 views

    Reason why I am thankful to God

    Pastor Kevin Burden Carter Creek Baptist Church For Wednesday, November 21, 2007 #1. I Am Thankful that even though I ignored and mocked God for 21 years, He still loved me and sought me. • For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do We Fight, And What Can We Do About It?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 29, 2007
     | 2,002 views

    Fights are unfortuantely common, even in the church. Is there something we can do about them?

    Passage: James 4:1-12 Intro: Find a story about a good church fight 1) we like to think the church is beyond this type of behavior, but it is, after all, full of people. 2) and where there are at least 2 people, there is going to be trouble. Il) seminary student went out to candidate, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Giving That Gratifies Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,949 views

    God directed giving is fun!

    OUT OF THE SALTSHAKER AND INTO THE WORLD Part Four—Giving that Gratifies 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 Sunday, August 12, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Key concept: God directed giving is fun! Introduction The Apostle Paul writes to the Corinthians to remind them about completing a promise to give that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Spiritual Nobility Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,850 views

    Stephen was in many ways a forerunner to Paul. He boldly confronted the synagogues of foreign Jews in Jerusalem, possibly even entering them to debate their members. Stephen faced fierce opposition, even to the point of physical persecution. It is even

    Spiritual Nobility Acts 6:8-15 Intro This passage marks a transition in the book of Acts. Up to this point, Peter has been the dominating figure, fulfilling his calling by taking the gospel to the people. Another figure of importance looms on the horizon: the apostle Paul, who is introduced at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wisemen: Dissecting The Magi's Gifts Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 10, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 14,465 views

    The wise men gave Jesus something far more important than gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

    A Visit to Bethlehem Series Wisemen: Dissecting the Magi’s Gifts Matthew 2:1-11 Dec. 9, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Herod was opposing the King 1 Herod was all about keeping the throne at all costs. a Killed his favorite wife ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Next Best Thing Pt 6 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 19, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,280 views

    This sermon series asks the question - Do we really look like Jesus? Are we disciples or are we just tagging along? Are we becoming imitators of God?

    The Next Best Thing Eight Secrets to Imitating Christ Pt 6 Ephesians 5 A couple of weeks ago we began this series looking at Paul’s challenge to the church to be Imitators of Christ. The question that we posed last week and will continue to pose during this series is “Are you the next best thing ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Are You Sold Out For Christ

    Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Dec 19, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,751 views

    Living a life that is centered on Christ.

    1 Corinthians 9:19-27 “Being Sold Out For Christ” • X games, kids diving (having no regard for yourself in order to accomplish your objective.) I. Put Others First (19, 22b) A. Christian liberty  how we use it, or in this case set it aside for the benefit of others. B. That starts by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Though I Be Absent

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 22, 2008
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,794 views

    Pre-Vacation Message. Paul shows the church how to follow God and not man. We should see a summer surge, not a summer slump. No more, "When the cat’s away the mice will play!" Link inc. to text, audio, PowerPoint.

    THOUGH I BE ABSENT Col. 2; Phil. 2; I Cor. 3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ThoughIBeAbsent.html One of the Apostle Paul’s greatest joys was to hear about one of his churches continuing to grow and serve God…one of his deepest fears was that they would backslide in his absence. Col. 2: 5 For ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Allen avatar

    Christian Behavior Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 19,374 views

    Just how should we as Christians relate to "Others" and "Ourselves".

    Christian Behavior Hebrews 13 Intro The first eleven chapters of Hebrews do not emphasize specific commands to Christians. It is pure doctrine and is almost entirely directed to Jews who have received the gospel but need to be affirmed in the superiority of the New Covenant. The exhortations in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Are You Looking For? A Way Back? Series

    Contributed by Jay Winters on Dec 24, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,453 views

    This was the 3rd Sunday in Advent. The people in Jerusalem were looking for a way back...but what God gives them instead of a way back is a way forward, a way on.

    In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three In One who brings us the way of His holiness. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, There was once a water carrier in India whose job it was to bring water from the river to his master’s house. Day after day, he would ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran