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  • Craig Condon avatar

    Fasting For Lent

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 24, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,698 views

    In response to the temptation to throw himself into the rat race called material satisfaction, Jesus finds a calm centre, an anchor in the word of God. That centered faith will enable him to deal with all the other temptations to come.

    There once was a little boy named Bobby, who desperately wanted a new bicycle. His plan was to save his nickels, dimes and quarters until he finally had enough to buy a new 10-speed bike. Each night he asked God to help him save his money. Kneeling beside his bed, he prayed, “Dear Lord, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    God Has Done The Work Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 16, 2015
     | 5,299 views

    We are perishable, we are not eternal, and we will one day die and be gone from this Earth. But, something does remain and it remains for all of eternity … the Word of God. This is what we've been taught and what we must rely on, fully!

    “God has done the work” 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 3 1 Peter 1:13-25 Introduction - His name, Cephas, in the Syriac language, means “rock” -- One of the original 12 apostles (walked on water) -- Was at the Transfiguration of Jesus - Became a leader of the apostles ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Practical Principles For A New Year

    Contributed by George Bannister on Jan 5, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,325 views

    This sermon suggests some possible personal core values to guide individuals in daily living.

    Practical Principles for a New Year Text: Philippians 3:7-21 7 I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done. 8 Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Gave Us A Perfect Heart; He Is Able To Keep It Perfect.

    Contributed by David Leach on Jan 5, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,247 views

    In order to receive a new, perfect heart we must be made clean from all our past sins:

    1 God gave us a Perfect Heart; He is able to keep it perfect In order to receive a new, perfect heart we must be made clean from all our past sins: Ezek 36:25 Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean... What is this clean water that cleanses us from all our past sins? The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Operation Of Tongues Series

    Contributed by Danny Davis on Feb 8, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,021 views

    What is speaking in tongues? How does the Holy Spirit want tongues to operate in the church?

    (NOTE: I want to acknowledge the use of some material from the sermon http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/speaking-in-tongues-frequently-asked-questions-james-boyd-sermon-on-holy-spirit-baptism-55466.asp) (NOTE: This series is based on the book Living in the Spirit by Dr. George Wood, General ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Are You Afraid? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,436 views

    This is a message in a series based on questions that Jesus asked and that were asked of Him.

    Webster defines fears as an unpleasant often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger. However this definition only seems to scratch the surface. Because if you have experienced extreme fear you realize that it is this and so much more. Fears are the irrational beliefs about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking In Holiness Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 17,441 views

    A call to live in this world and maintain a holy walk. Because we walk in hope, we are able to walk in holiness.

    Last week, 1st section, Peter, as a result of salvation, emphasized WALKING IN HOPE. Remember that "walking in hope" describes a "conviction of faith" - an anticipation of something to come - in this case the hope of our salvation. Today: Now Peter changes his emphasis to WALKING IN HOLINESS. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Christmas Catalog

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,400 views

    The Word of God is a gift catalog and contains a list of priceless items that every person should avail themselves of.

    A CHRISTMAS CATALOG Isaiah 9:6,7 MOST HOMES HAVE AT LEAST ONE CATALOG, if not more. They come regularly. They come often. They come without request. But when the advent season arrives, they descend upon us in droves. Every trip to the mailbox ends with an armload of these slick winter ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Man Up

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 21, 2013
     | 12,074 views

    Fathers day message and the responsibility we have as leaders of our families and our churches.

    Man up! Psalm 112 Introduction- Mothers get the red carpet treatment on their day, with fabulous brunches and beautiful bouquets. For the fathers, however, retailers have cleverly priced almost everything under $9.99! Case in point: the Talking Fly Swatter. It’s a lime-green fly swatter ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Lying , Gossiping & A Big Paddle Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Nov 9, 2013
     | 6,954 views

    How easy it is for us to fall into lying and gossip and how to avoid them

    Well as we finish up this series on the seven things that God don’t like hopefully we have learned a little about ourselves & some ways to avoid falling into the traps of the devil. Today we will look at the last few things that God don’t like; now these three things are sins that are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preparing For The New Year By Seeing What God Has Been Up To

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Dec 29, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 17,955 views

    A sermon to help us prepare for the New Year by focussing on what God is up to

    The time between Christmas and New Years is a good time to reflect. To reflect on the past year, and to contemplate the future. Janua, which is the start of the word January means a door or a window that allows a person to look both ways. So no wonder it was chosen to be the first month of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Gifts

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 31, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 9,711 views

    A sermon for the Epiphany of Our Lord

    Epiphany of our Lord Matthew 2:1-12 The Gifts 2:1* ¶ Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, saying, 2* “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we have seen his star in the East, and have come ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Shell Osbon on Dec 31, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,214 views

    God’s desire is that every Christ-follower live a life that is filled with the presence of the Holy Spirit.

    10.16.05 AM Smyrna Assembly of God Pastor Shell Osbon “Living A Spirit-Filled Life - Part 2” Acts 19:1-6 Intro Acts 19:1-6 Paul has met a group of people in Ephesus who are followers of Christ but they are completely unfamiliar with the Holy Ghost. No doubt Paul explains the Spirit of God to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lord, I Need Patience And I Need It Now

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 11, 2008
     | 3,214 views

    A sermon on patience (Seed thoughts from Max Lucado and Cornelius Plantinga, Jr <Article in Christianity Today called "Trying Patience on for Size>)

    Sermon for 2/10/2008 “Lord I need patience and I need it now!” Introduction: “Lord I need patience and I need it now!” WBTU: A. Begin by reading 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 C. Let’s first get the sponge wet. Cannot use a sponge until it gets wet. Let’s get our hearts wet with God’s love before we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Don Jones avatar

    Blessed Are The Meek Series

    Contributed by Don Jones on Feb 13, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 33,418 views

    The message describes the 1. The Meaning of Meek, 2. Men Who Were Called Meek, and 3. Blessedness of the Meek.

    "Blessed are the Meek" Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Introduction Jesus continues the beatitudes with another blessed attitude. About now I think you are wondering how Jesus expects us to be happy with these attitudes in our life. After all, "the poor in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist