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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Evidence For Jesus' Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 24, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,655 views

    This sermon examines the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection. There are three evidences: (1) The Empty Tomb, (2) The Resurrection Appearances, and (3) The Transformation of the Disciples.

    Scripture How do you know that Jesus is alive? Christians claim that Jesus is alive. Today, I would like to show you the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection. Let’s read 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 14-15a, 17: "1 Now, brothers, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The First Evangelists

    Contributed by Tim Zukas on Mar 26, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,535 views

    Easter Morning - the Church as a movement

    10 Things You Never Hear in Church 1. Hey! It’s my turn to sit in the front pew! 2. I was so enthralled, I never noticed your sermon was 35 minutes long. 3. Personally I find volunteering at church much more enjoyable than watching basketball. 4. I’ve decided to give our church the $500 a month I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Would God Say About.. Handling Injustice Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Mar 26, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 9,373 views

    3rd in 5 lessons prepared and delivered at InSight - Discovery Christian Church’s Believer’s Service.

    What Would God Say About Handling Injustice? 1 Peter 3:21-25 INTRODUCTION: Don’t you just hate it when you suffer unjustly? Maybe it’s something small like being shortchanged at a drive-through window, or told one price but then upon installation given another. Or may it’s more significant ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Crossing The Line To Authentic Living

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,451 views

    Daniel demonstrated a life of integrity. He crossed the line from a life of mediocrity a life of authentic God honoring living.

    Crossing the Line to Authentic Christian Living Daniel Leads the Way Daniel 6:1-4 Verse 4: “Daniel was faithful and honest and always responsible.” NLT Daniel lived a life of integrity as a teenager when he entered Babylon as recorded in chapter one of Daniel. He lived through the leadership of ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    The Covenant Relationship

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,744 views

    The church covenant is important: not the sign on the wall, but the relationships involved.

    God’s Glorious Church The Covenant Relationship 1Thessalonians 1:1-10 Woodlawn Baptist Church April 10, 2005 Introduction “Paul, and Silas, and Timothy, unto the church of the Thessalonicans which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fragrance Of The Father Iii Series

    Contributed by Richard Wafford on Apr 13, 2005
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,643 views

    Jesus is in the life changing business. Look at all the examples that God gives us in regards to his life changing business, Elisha,Jacob Saul of Tarsus, Peter, James, John,Martha and Mary, the list goes on, have we been through a change?

    Fragrance of the Father Part 3 Script: Romans 6:5-23 Introduction: In his book, A Ready Defense, Josh McDowell states: “You can laugh at Christianity; you can mock and ridicule it—-but it works. If you decide to trust Christ, start watching your attitudes and actions, because Jesus Christ is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    The Gate Has A Pathway For The Sheep To Follow

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 15, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,862 views

    This sermon touches on what members of a congregation - the sheep - are to look for in a shepherd and how they are to respond to a faithful one.

    April 17, 2005 John 10:1-10 1 “I tell you the truth, the man who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. 3 The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    All The Power You Need

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 16, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,195 views

    God is calling people to rise above who they think they are, and become more in His power.

    April 17, 2005 Morning Worship Text: Judges 6:11-27 Subject: Gideon’s Call Title: All the Power You Need I want to begin today by telling you good news. God is in this church today. And because He is here, there is no obstacle big enough to keep us from becoming what He has expressly called us ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fully Equipped Series

    Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Apr 18, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 14,929 views

    ARE YOU FULLY EQUIPPED FOR LIFE? IF THE WORD OF GOD IS NOT READ AND APPLIED DAILY, YOU ARE NOT EQUIPPED TO LIVE LIFE. THE BIBLE IS OUR PERFECT STANDARD OF MEASUREMENT FOR LIFE.

    Fully Equipped Text: 2nd Timothy 3:14-17 Introduction. I’d like to tell you a story about a little 9 year-old boy by the name of “Joey”. Joey’s parents took him to Sunday school and his teacher taught the class a lesson from the Bible. Now the lesson the teacher taught was from the Book ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    In Search Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 6, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,583 views

    Paul shows us what is most important when searching for a deeper relationship with Christ and the gifts of the Spirit.

    February 8, 2004 1 Corinthians 14:12-20 Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, try to excel in gifts that build up the church. For this reason anyone who speaks in a tongue should pray that he may interpret what he says. For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my mind is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dana Visneskie avatar

    The Benefits Of Righteousness

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Feb 9, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 40,212 views

    God wants us to passionately pursue Right living or righteousness. God has set the standard in the Bible. The Word of God shows us the benefits of right living or righteousness with God. The sermon gives 9 blessings for pursuing a life of righteousness

    Title: The Benefits Of Righteousness Text: Psalm 40:4; Psalm 34:8; Psalm 84:12 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Psalm 34:8 says, “Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him.” Psalm 84:12 says, “O Lord of hosts, Blessed is the man who trusts in You!” Psalm 40:4 says, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Standing Firm Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 9, 2004
    based on 56 ratings
     | 19,039 views

    It’s a dark world. We Christians are told to live as salt and light. How can we do that each day...live as people of faith?

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships February 8, 2004 Questions can test your faith. A little girl was talking to her grandmother. She asked, "Grandma, how old are you?" The grandmother replied, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • David Haun avatar

    The Law Of Biblical Ownership

    Contributed by David Haun on Feb 16, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,417 views

    What do I own? And how do I relate to the Bible demand that God owns. The Life of William Borden can help us answer this question.

    THE LAW OF BIBLICAL OWNERSHIP Dr.DavidHaun Hope Christian Church February 15, 2004 ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tom McCrossan avatar

    Amazing Love

    Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 23, 2004
    based on 76 ratings
     | 7,371 views

    An expository message on Isaiah 53. No other passage sets out the heart of love of the Lord seen in the Suffering Servant, the Messiah Jesus, more than this one.

    AMAZING LOVE Isaiah 52:13-53:12 No other passage sets out the heart of love of the Lord seen in the Suffering Servant, the Messiah – Jesus – more than this one. And all this some 700 years before Christ lived on earth. The N.T. quotes more from Isaiah than all the other prophets combined, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The Cross Of Christ

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 314 ratings
     | 7,375 views

    1- The offense of the cross 2- The preaching of the cross 3- The priority of the cross

    INTRO.- ILL.- Since 1710, the skyline of London has been dominated by the soaring dome of St. Paul’s Cathedral. On the top of the dome is a cross. So it is fair to say that for nearly 300 years there has been a cross on the roof of London! That is one way to say that Christ is above all! ILL.- ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ