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  • Rodney Fry avatar

    The Order Of The Towel

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 17, 2008
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     | 3,795 views

    See the Purpose of His Incarnation, It is a postive statement of His Ministry and It is a Perfect statement of His Character

    THE ORDER OF THE TOWEL Mark 10:45 Introduction One old cliche says, “Familiarity breeds contempt.” It doesn’t have to be true, but all too often it is. We have read this text before. Can we give it a second look? Perhaps it doesn’t need interpretation as much as implemented. The intonation is on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building Brotherhood

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 7, 2008
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     | 6,741 views

    In a school, there are ways to build a brotherhood and ways to destroy it; Scripture leads the way.

    It was pretty early in the morning that September Tuesday. I was a brand-new principal; you all were about eight or nine years old, just about the age when long-term memories begin to stick in your head. I walked out into my assistant’s office; she was turning on the television to see what was ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    What Our World Needs

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 11, 2008
     | 3,735 views

    Old Testament examples pointed to Jesus

    Introduction: 2 Timothy 3 describes our world today. We live in perilous times where mankind is solely consumed with self. It was no different in the day of Christ. The Pharisees felt that their religion and traditions were greater than God Himself. Jesus used pictures from the OT to point to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Growing From Glory To Glory

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 13, 2008
    based on 41 ratings
     | 26,698 views

    As you reflect the image of Jesus Christ you in return are showing Him living through you. There isn’t a clearer picture of Christ than you!

    Another Level Text: II Corinthians 3:18 But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord. John Wesley said, “What a beautiful contrast is here! Moses saw the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Can I Ask God?

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008
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     | 2,186 views

    Some people think that is wrong to ask God for troubles that come our way. While it is wrong to complain, this sermon argues that you can approch God with a right attitude to understand.

    How Can I Ask God? Psalm 13 “If God is a God of love, how can He allow bad things to happen?” This is a question asked often by non-believers and believers alike. At times this is more likely an excuse rather than an honest question. Other times this is a heart-felt question. Children of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who Do You Say I Am Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,288 views

    Saying that Jesus is our Lord and Savior demands that we back up our words with actions.

    Matthew 16: 13-20 “Who Do You Say I Am” INTRODUCTION During the past four weeks, we have been attempting to pose questions rather than provide answers. It is helpful at times to ask ourselves hard questions. They help us get our bearings and make sure that we are headed along the path that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Joy Of Following Him Series

    Contributed by Charles Whitmire on May 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,555 views

    This message from Psalm one talks about how to find true joy...

    Where does joy come from? I think so many times we equate joy with stuff. If I have all the right toys, the big house, enough money - then I can be happy... Other people equate joy with relationship. If I am getting along with all my friends, if my family is in order, if things are going well... ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Outbreak: The Downside Of Being So Negative Series

    Contributed by Charles Whitmire on May 22, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,219 views

    This message looks at what being negative really gets you...

    Where does joy come from? I think so many times we equate joy with stuff. If I have all the right toys, the big house, enough money - then I can be happy... Other people equate joy with relationship. If I am getting along with all my friends, if my family is in order, if things are going well... ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Not Fair

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,209 views

    Seeing the vision of God and hearing the voice of God made a tremendous difference in Habakkuk’s life. We also need to strive to see what it is that God has for us and listen for His guiding direction

    It’s Not Fair Habakkuk 2 Intro This chapter reports an experience Habakkuk had that is similar to one recorded by the psalmist Asaph in Psalm 73. He was bewildered at the providential working of God in the world: he was disturbed because the wicked seemed to be prospering while the righteous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Choosing Your Family Series

    Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Oct 5, 2009
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     | 2,699 views

    This message explores the similarities and differences between the two families/races of mankind; those who are in Adam, and those who are in Christ.

    Outline for CBF October 4, 2009 Intro. Tell story of when I received a “gift” of used tea bags. Use this to explain the difficulty of comparing the two things which Paul compares in this text. I. Similarities between the “offense” of Adam and the “gift” (of Christ) A. Both have been brought ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Astonishing Experience Of Gift Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 5, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,866 views

    Mary is the opposite of Eve, totally open to the plan of God as Eve was closed in, and thus she was able to accept the Greatest Gift, Jesus Christ.

    Immaculate Conception December 7-8, 2009 Caritas in Veritate “Charity in truth places man before the astonishing experience of gift.” (CV 34) These words of Pope Benedict from the encyclical begin a new section that is incredibly appropriate for the solemnity we celebrate today, the patronal ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    What Kind Of Shepherd?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 2, 2009
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     | 2,909 views

    What kind of shepherd are you looking for in your life?

    John 10: 11 – 18 What Kind of Shepherd? Intro: There was once a blonde who was really sick of all the blonde jokes. She decided to dye her hair and change her hairstyle. After her new makeover, she decided to take a drive through the countryside. She happened upon a shepherd with a large herd ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Poor Widow Series

    Contributed by Neil Partington on Jul 31, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,408 views

    Many people give, but it really doesn’t show their committment to God. Today, we are going to look at a widow who didn’t give much by society’s standards, but she gave it all.

    When I was growing up, I participated in several organizations that held fundraisers. The High School band held the biggest fundraisers twice a year to support our band trips (Disney World, Boston, Canada, etc…). Because I didn’t have the money to go on the trips, it was important for me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Obey God Or Man?

    Contributed by Ian Lyall on Mar 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,942 views

    The early apostles, arrested for a second time boldly declared that they should obey not man but God.

    There was an item in the news recently, concerning the Bishop of Hereford. The Bishop had turned down a man for an appointment in his diocese because of his gay lifestyle, and found himself in court being charged under the new Sexual Orientation Regulations. Actually, as the Bishop explained to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Shepherds And The Magi Series

    Contributed by Troy Horne on Mar 28, 2009
     | 12,694 views

    Looking at the shepherds and Magi response to Christ’s birth.

    "The Characters of Christmas: The Shepherds and The Magi" 1. The message within Christmas is that the Gospel is for everyone. I know this may seem a rather simplistic statement but as I have reflected on these past few weeks, I have come to realize more and more how true this is. Consider the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness