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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    So Near And Yet So Far

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 14, 2009
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     | 9,637 views

    We will never be as close to Christ as we could be or think we are if we are oblivious to today’s issues or build monuments to past achievements.

    We can be close to something, and yet miss it. We can be almost on target, almost where we want to .be, and yet, if we’re not exactly where we ought to be, we miss it. So near and yet so far. A couple of years ago, when my wife and I were touring England, we were in Victoria Station, one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Four Triplets Of Duties Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 17, 2009
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     | 4,458 views

    This text shows us four triplets of duties that proceed from the wholehearted offering of ourselves to God.

    Scripture Today we continue our study in Romans 12. Let’s read Romans 12:13-21: 13Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. 14Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. 15Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. 16Live in harmony with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Embracing In Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 23, 2009
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     | 6,448 views

    Loving one another as we move in relationship from membership to friendship to partnership to kinship.

    EMBRACING IN FELLOWSHIP A pastor was officiating at a funeral. When he was done, he was asked to lead the funeral procession as it made its way to the cemetery. So he got into his car, and he started driving at the head of the funeral procession. He flipped on his radio and became preoccupied, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    On Being Peacemakers Series

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jun 23, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,816 views

    Part III of the Four Part Vision: As the redeemed children of God, we are called to live lives that reflect the peace that Christ won for us on the Cross. This message is a practical introduction to Biblical Peacemakers.

    Texts: “If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ’every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ If ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Trading Sorrow For Singing

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,385 views

    This sermon examines God’s desire to trade His joy for our guilt, sadness, and discouragement.

    In the mid 80’s I had the opportunity to make a mission trip to Brazil. We went to Manaus, in the upper Amazon basin. We met a little boy named Pablo. He followed us around most of the week. On our final day, Pablo came to see us off. As we were preparing to board our bus and start the trip home an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Have A Purpose (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 14, 2008
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     | 4,779 views

    We need to discover our specific SHAPE so that we will know what kinds of service God has ordained for us.

    A. The story is told of a little boy named Johnny who had trouble pronouncing the letter “R”. 1. To try to help him with the problem, his teacher gave him this sentence to practice at home: “Robert gave Richard a rap in the rib for roasting the rabbit so rare.” 2. A few days later the teacher ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Waking The Dead

    Contributed by Joel Smith on Apr 11, 2009
     | 4,445 views

    A resurrected Christ changes everything

    Here we are gathered together on another Easter Sunday and a question arises in my mind: “Do we really get it?” A Sunday School teacher asked her class on the Sunday before Easter if they knew what happened on Easter and why it was so important. One little girl spoke up saying: "Easter is when the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Spin Cycle

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,326 views

    Addictive behaviors are sins that we simply ought not to start; and they are sicknesses that stem from low self-esteem. Christ is able to deliver from both sin and sickness.

    When washday comes at our house, I go on alert. I go on alert for a certain noise. If we are washing something heavy, like bathroom mats or a bedspread, I can predict that during the washing process, I will hear great clunks and thunks arising from the basement. It will sound as though somebody is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Have A Mustard Seed Or Yeast? Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,130 views

    Our ministry is essential to the growth of the kingdom. It is like a small mustard seed that grows and influences everything

    “Do you have a mustard seed or yeast? – Luke 13:10-21” Gladstone Baptist Church – 25/2/07 am S1 - Sometimes we feel that when we minister to others it won’t make much of a difference for his kingdom. – OOPS I’ve got a quick quiz for you this morning … And I’ve got some prizes for the correct ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For A God Visit - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jan 7, 2009
     | 5,282 views

    Sermon to prepare for the 40 Days of Community campaign, introduces the purposes and encourages people to get involved to experience God at work.

    Next Sunday we will begin day one of the 40 Days of Community, it’s our kickoff Sunday (six week series called "What on Earth Are We Here For?"). We aren’t doing this just for something to do this fall, giving us one more thing to keep ourselves busy with church. Our leadership has chosen to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Giving In The New Testament Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,410 views

    This sermon examines giving in the New Testament.

    Introduction Last week I started a new series titled, “God’s Guide for Giving,” and I examined “Giving in the Old Testament.” Today I would like to examine “Giving in the New Testament.” There are two reasons why I want to spend two Sundays preaching on “God’s Guide for Giving.” First, I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Making Promises That Sitck

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,686 views

    Making promises and keeping promises are two different things. How can we see positive changes in our lives?

    Making Promises That Stick Psalm 76:11 Purpose: To describe the importance of making promises to God. Aim: I want the listener to pick out one change that they should make and thoughtfully promise the Lord to make that change. INTRODUCTION: How would you like 2008 to be better than 2007? One ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Offerings That Cost Me Nothing – Give Sacrificially Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 27,074 views

    Giving sacrificially, in light of God’s grace, is a great reflection of Who God is and accomplishes more than we can realize at the time

    It’d been a hard winter in the Appalachian Mountains. Snow had piled up deeper and deeper, it turned bitter cold, rivers froze, people were suffering. The Red Cross used helicopters to fly in supplies. One crew had been working day after day--long hours. They were on their way home late in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Leonard avatar

    Giving As A Group - Part Four Of Four In Series "Firstfruits" Series

    Contributed by Wade Leonard on Dec 4, 2007
     | 3,913 views

    Does God care about how we give as a group? Shouldn’t giving focus on what I give? After all, it’s up to me as to what I decide to give and how to give it, right? But does the Bible ever address “group giving?”

    Intro - John Young moved into an apartment tower in Chicago. The apartments had seen better days. All the colors had faded, the maintenance had been neglected and the mood of the place was downright ugly. It was just a real rough part of town. One of the things John noticed was that hardly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Are Your Commitments?

    Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,060 views

    A look at the extreme commitment of Ruth, and how we should do likewise.

    I have had the privilege of officiated two weddings this summer. Since being ordained last May, I have officiated a total of four weddings, and two of the four have been relatives of my wife. Jen has a big family, and by family I am not referring to brothers and sisters. She only has one ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness