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  • Daniel Habben avatar

    What Does The Lord Want From Me?

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,713 views

    So, what does the Lord want from us? Nothing. He’s done everything and continues to do much for us. God isn’t like that impossible boss or teacher; he’s a loving Father who graciously provided salvation for us. That knowledge will lead us to stop mutterin

    Did you ever have a teacher or a boss for whom you just couldn’t seem to do anything right? I had an art teacher like that. Now I admit, art is not something that I especially excel at but I did always try my best. In spite of my efforts, this teacher never seemed to be satisfied with any of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    How To Impress God

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 178 ratings
     | 51,262 views

    We can only impress God when we finally realize that we have nothing in life aside from Christ within us. That is how we manage to impress God - not with our pride, but with our humble honesty.

    There was a very lost, wicked, and rebellious man who decided it would be good for business if he went down to the church and joined it. He was an adulterer, an alcoholic, and had never been a member of a church in his life. But when he went down to place membership, he gave public testimony to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Prepare The Way Of The Lord

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Dec 1, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 22,909 views

    Based on Isaiah 40:1-5 and Matthew 3:1-12, this is a Sermon for any Sunday in Advent. It’s thesis is that to truly be prepared for Christmas and the Return of Jesus one must be born again and explains how the Holy Spirit enables that to happen.

    PREPARE THE WAY OF THE LORD --Isaiah 40:1-5 and Matthew 3:1-12 Advent is the time of preparation for the coming of Jesus Christ in celebration of His nativity and anticipation of His Return. The message of John the Baptizer, who prepared Judea for the First Coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Crashing Down And Climbing Up

    Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 12, 2005
    based on 50 ratings
     | 11,849 views

    A message to the downhearted Christian

    INTRODUCTION I was on a spiritual high when I was stationed in Valdosta, Georgia with the U.S Air Force. I was in a Bible believing, Bible teaching church and my relationship with Christ was at a peak. In 1998, I got out of the Air Force and moved my family back to Florida. My spiritual life ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Body Of Christ

    Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Nov 9, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,973 views

    This is a practical Communion sermon dramatically demonstrating how the Passover elements were used by Jesus to establish the memorial we call The Lord’s Supper.

    (An adaptation of the sermon of the same title by Pat Cook on www.SermonCentral.com) Luke 22:19 Preparation: Choir comes down after singing. Soloist is prepared to sing "Broken and Spilled Out" later. Have table uncovered and set for Seder with Unity Napkin and four cups of wine. Have enough ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Honest View Of Yourself

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,786 views

    A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Advent Series A A sermon about repentance

    2nd Sunday Advent Matthew 3:1-12 "An Honest View of Yourself." "In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judea, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah when he said, "The voice of one crying in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    When You Care Enough To Send The Very Best Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 20, 2006
    based on 40 ratings
     | 11,155 views

    A look at why Abel’s sacrifice was better than Cain’s.

    In 1944, Hallmark adopted the slogan “When you care enough to send the very best.” Adam lay with his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said, "With the help of the LORD I have brought forth a man." Later she gave birth to his brother Abel. Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beholding God's Face Series

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Aug 12, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,647 views

    Examination of the sixth BE-Attitude: Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.

    PURSUING HAPPINESS: Beholding God’s Face Matthew 5:8 “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God” John 1: 1-5; 9-14 1. “The White Pearl Hotel sits on the beautiful Venetian Harbour of Kyrenia on the island of Cyprus. From its balconies and stunning rooftop terrace, you will enjoy some of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Totally Clean Series

    Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,519 views

    How a Leper’s life was changed by meeting Jesus’ face to face.

    Totally Clean “face to Face” Sermon series Sunday June 24th 2007 Intro: We have a play set in our back yard, and under it the kids have seen it as great fun to dig up the dirt. They love to sit out there and play in the dirt. And the only thing greater than playing in dirt is playing in mud. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "The Disabled Disciple"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 2, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,937 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to encourage the hearers to affirm to others that God is eventually given the proper praise by demonstrating His miraculous light (in our lives) through our disabilities.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Fort Ord Chapel Seaside, CA 2 March 2008 Big Idea: God is eventually given the proper praise by demonstrating His miraculous light (in our lives) through our disabilities. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; Illustration) John 5:5-17 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mourning Series

    Contributed by Mike Parry on Oct 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,812 views

    A message focusing on the 2nd Beatitude: "Blessed are they that mourn..." This series was also used to launch our Celebrate Recovery ministry.

    “Mourning” The Words of Jesus – The Beatitudes FCC – October 14, 2007 Text: Matthew 5: 4 Introduction: Today we are continuing a new sermon series on The Beatitudes. This was the first recorded sermon of Jesus and He taught about attitudes for the Kingdom. Jesus took His followers up a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Relationship Renewal Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jun 29, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,191 views

    Bad relationships are hindering the effectiveness of our service to Jesus. Relationships that unravel have a negative impact that goes on and on.

    There’s a little girl who is dreaming of her wedding day. She knows what the church is going to look like. She knows what kind of dress she will wear. She can even see the color of her fiancé’s eyes. But something is interfering with her dreams. Her mom and dad are arguing a lot lately. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    David's Confession Series

    Contributed by Keith Andrews on Sep 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,111 views

    We are going to look at the Israelite king, David, after he sins against God and man. We are specifically going to look at how he confesses his sin to God.

    David’s Confession Sermon by CH(CPT) Keith J. Andrews All Scripture marked The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001. Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. Earlier this month, as I listened to the news—where most people receive their news—in the DFAC, there was a story about the confession of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Confession And Absolution Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 9, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,803 views

    Confession and Absolution helps us approach God with humility and confidence.

    Did you and your friends ever form a club when you were growing up? Perhaps you draped blankets over the couches in the basement to serve as your clubhouse, and to get in everyone had to speak the password. Well heaven is a club like that. Only those who know and speak the password will get in. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    God Is Always There

    Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 25, 2009
    based on 37 ratings
     | 38,559 views

    Whereever you are, whatever you are going through, God is always there.

    God Is Always There (Faith) Psalm 139:7 Whither shall I go from thy spirit? Or whither shall I flee from thy presence? [8] If I ascend up into heaven, thou art there: if I make my bed in hell, behold, thou art there. God is everywhere! Wherever we are, whatever our situation, God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal