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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    The Difference Baptism Makes Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 29, 2011
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    Baptism was never meant to be an empty ritual. It has implications for our everyday lives

    Romans 6:12-23 “The Difference Baptism Makes” INTRODUCTION In 1517 Martin Luther had a problem. A monk by the name of Tetzel was selling indulgences. An indulgence is a certificate guaranteeing the forgiveness of all sins—for a small price. Not only did Luther have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Different Destinies At Death

    Contributed by William Baeta on Jul 8, 2011
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    "Son, remember that in your lifetime you received your good things , and likewise Lazarus evil things;but now he is comforted and you are tormented" Luke 16:25.

    Luke 16:19-31 Theme: Going home Text: Luke 16:19-31; Rev. 21:1-5 Home is always the best place to be. But many people have a wrong idea about where their home really is. If we would only understand that we are spiritual beings in a physical body we would also understand that just as the physical ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Christians Are Supposed To Be Different!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 17, 2011
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    If we don't handle bitterness & hostility differently than the way the world handles them, then we have not learned what it means to be a Christian.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. I'm preaching this morning on the subject of "forgiveness," & this seems to be one of the most difficult subjects for many people to deal with. You see, I'm ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dads Make A Difference! Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
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    Dad, you might not feel like your presence is very important. You might not feel like you are making a difference, but you are. Fatherless kids are more likely to...

    It was a quick trip to the park on a Saturday evening. Nothing major, just a few minutes with the family to get out the hyper-activity. I didn’t notice it right away, but once it sank in, there was not stopping the waves of sadness, frustration, and anger. It might not be a big deal to you, but it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Unique University With A Difference

    Contributed by Pastor Thomas Samuel on Jan 7, 2010
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    A Brief meditation on the only university where Solutionology,the science of solutions is taught and solutions for every problems are presented. We don’t have to waste our precious time searching for its location in the internet. Mary, the sister of Marth

    "O Lord, you have searched me and you know me....Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain" (Psalm 139 : 1 - 6) Moses Mendelssohn, a fourteen-year-old Talmudic student entered Berlin in 1743 through the city gate reserved for Jews, cattle and pigs. The sight of the boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Difference Makers Explain Series

    Contributed by Richard White on May 28, 2009
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    Sometimes we simply have to explain to people why we are the way we are. We explain by telling about Jesus and what he had done to our lives.

    Difference Makers Explain Acts 28:16-31 Years ago Verizon Wireless came out with a commercial with one man and a cell phone. He was simply dressed, kind of nerdish; he had one line that he repeated over and over. He would take a step and say “Can you hear me now?” Paul is at that junction in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Different Kind Of Legacy

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 19, 2009
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    Our legacy is not in monuments, but in a spiritual and relational community, one which is ultimately redemptive. Washington Plaza Baptist Church, Reston, VA

    The older I become the more interested I am in those who have gone before me. Before I join my ancestors out there, I’d like to know more about them. It might make for some very interesting conversation up on Cloud Nine if I know about not only my parents and my grandparents, but also some of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Difference Fathers Make

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 20, 2009
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    Fathers make a difference through leadership, laughter and love.

    Introduction: A. Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads among us today!! May God bless you on this special day that we set aside each year to honor our dads. 1. You might take a peak later at the article in the bulletin I put together. It reviews the interesting history of Father’s Day in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Easter Makes A Difference

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 18, 2009
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    Easter 2: Easter makes a difference. It changes cold, hard, self-centered people into a community that cares for one another. It gives boldness to weak hearts. It gives hope to suffering spirits. It provides a perspective.

    Christ is Risen! He is risen, indeed – Alleluia! Life in the time of Jesus was hard – maybe even mean. There are plenty of examples of this. Justice was often quick and oftentimes harsh. Look at what happened to Jesus! He was celebrating Passover with his disciples on Thursday night, and by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Difference Mothers Make

    Contributed by David Owens on May 11, 2009
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    Take a look at some of the mothers from the Bible and see the difference they make.

    Introduction: A. Today is Mother’s Day, so we want to express our love and appreciation to all the mothers who are with us today. 1. Mother’s Day is one of my favorite days of the year, because I love and appreciate all the mothers in my life. 2. My experience with the mothers in my life has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Discernable Differences For Disciples Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 14, 2009
     | 3,107 views

    Followers of Christ respond when he calls, corrects and commissions them.

    Title: Discernable Differences for Disciples Texts: Mark 1:16-20, 9:33-37 and 16:14-16 Thesis: Followers of Christ respond when he calls, corrects, and commissions them. Series: The Bible in 90 Day Whole Church Challenge Introduction A disconnect exists when there is a gap between our claims ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Perspective Makes A Difference

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 5, 2009
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    A Sermon for the 2nd Sunday of Advent, Series C

    2nd Sunday of Advent December 6, 2009 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Come, Lord Jesus, come. Come, O living Word from heaven, and through the power of the Holy Spirit, lead us into a living relationship with you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Carl Willis avatar

    Different...yet The Same

    Contributed by Carl Willis on May 2, 2007
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    Jesus and John the Baptist used different methods and styles of proclaiming their message. Even though the methods were different, the message was the same. This message examines how methodology and style are guided by the timeless mission of reconci

    Different…Yet the Same Matthew 3:1-6 Matthew 4:12-17, 23-25 May 6, 2007 Matthew 3:1-6 (NLT) In those days John the Baptist began preaching in the Judean wilderness. His message was, [2] "Turn from your sins and turn to God, because the Kingdom of Heaven is near." [3] Isaiah had spoken of John ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    What Are The Different "Peaces”? Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Nov 25, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,802 views

    God delivers his people from anxiety through faith in the work of his Son.

    Scripture Introduction My uncle had cancer surgery Friday. The prognosis is not good; the disease has spread. Since I cannot receive any Social Security or Medicare, I have a retirement account. So far this year, it has lost $7,204.55, 30% of its value. This week a pastor sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Living A Different Life

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 8, 2008
     | 3,151 views

    Expanded outline. Deals with being filled with the Spirit.

    LIVING A DIFFERENT LIFE These are trying times. These are trying times for many of you. There are those these days that are having family struggles. Some are praying over wayward children. Some are having financial difficulties. Some of you, like Jene, are dealing with health issues and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist