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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    No Failure

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 18, 2008
    based on 31 ratings
     | 16,837 views

    In our text, it appears that Paul was a failure but only in the eyes of the world, not in the eyes of the Lord. 1- He was insulted but daring 2- He was accused but pure 3- He was displeasing but pleasing

    INTRO.- ILL.- Pete walked up to his teacher’s desk, holding a report card with a big red F. "If I were you," said Pete, "I would change this while you still can." "Why is that?" asked the teacher. "Because my daddy told me that if I brought home one more failing report card, someone was going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Behavior In This World

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 20, 2008
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,803 views

    Let’s consider Paul’s behavior and how it applies to us. 1- Authoritative - no 2- Gentle - yes 3- Blameless - yes

    INTRO.- Our behavior in this world. ILL.- Admiral David Glasgow Farragut (July 5, 1801 – August 14, 1870) was the first senior officer of the United States Navy during the American Civil War. When Admiral Farragut’s son was about ten years old, the father said in his hearing, that when he was old ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Heart Burn?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 19, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,782 views

    Do we have heart burn? Does our hearts burn with zeal for Jesus in our midst?

    DO YOU HAVE HEART BURN ? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I DO THIS LESSON IN TWO PARTS. I. INTRODUCTION: A. Before we can understand this lesson we must have a basic understanding of WHAT PRESENT MEANS: PRESENCE: Being in view or at hand. The fact or condition of being present. Being ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sacrificial Love

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on May 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,196 views

    This is a Memorial Day message in honor of all who sacrificed their lives that we might live.

    Text: “And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love” (1 Corinthians 13:13). Tomorrow we celebrate Memorial Day. What does it mean to Americans? What does it really mean to people? To some people it is a time to get together with family and socialize and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Anger - A Deadly Sin

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 134 ratings
     | 13,903 views

    Introductory Comments 1.

    Introductory Comments 1. It must have been one of the saddest days in the life of Moses. He had been appointed by God to rescue the people of Israel out of Egypt and bring them to the promised land. He had spent a long 40 years leading them through the desert. He had gone up the holy mountain ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus, Son Of David, Has Mercy

    Contributed by Robert Armstrong on Oct 26, 2000
    based on 117 ratings
     | 9,827 views

    Just like in the story of Blind Bartemeaus, Jesus has mercy on all who ask.

    Have you ever had that feeling that God wants you to do something? Lately, I have had this feeling that God wants me to tell my story. I don’t know why it was laid upon my heart to tell it. I guess I really don’t need to know why. Nor do I offer any apology for doing so. For did not Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The New And Living Way Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 4, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,496 views

    The New and Living Way is contrasted with the Old and Dead Way under the Law. In the New and Living Way we can Draw Near to God and Draw Near to Each Other.

    A New and Living Way Hebrews 10 (Hebrews 9 sermon is not available) SCRIPTURE READING: Hebrews 10:19-25 INTRODUCTION: On Easter morning, everyone tends to think about new life. It’s springtime. New leaves are budding (of course for those of us with Live Oak trees, that means old leaves are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Or Simon-The Real Cross Carrier

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,005 views

    Who really carried the cross to calvary? Did Simon or Jesus? It may appear that Simon carried the cross for Christ but truly Christ carried the cross for Simon.

    JESUS OR SIMON-THE CROSS CARRIER In every young man’s life there comes a defining moment. The moment where a young boy knows that he has taken a large step towards manhood. This moment happens quickly but after it has past the boy will never go back again. It is the moment where a boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Learning Right From Wrong: Empathy Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on May 25, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,069 views

    Empathy is a foundational virtue that children need to learn for determining right from wrong

    Learning Right from Wrong: Empathy INTRODUCTION Several weeks ago Sue and I received a request from Lima Allen Council on Community Affairs to conduct a session for parents on helping children learn right from wrong. These are parents who, for one reason or another, have demonstrated a need ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Pleasure Of Pleasing God

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Aug 15, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 14,649 views

    This sermon is about focusing our energies on those things that pleases God.

    There are several things I Like about the author of our text, Brother Luke. First, I like the fact that Luke was not one of the original Disciples of Christ, yet the power of the gospel so affect his life that he felt the need to make a change. He did not have the pleasure of walking and talking ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    It's Not Over Yet

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 12,971 views

    An Easter message that points to the resurrrection and return of Christ as the vindication of his Lordship.

    It’s Not Over Yet Acts 2:22-24, 36-38 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: We had it won. I was sure of it. It was the eighth inning of the sixth game of the National League Playoffs. The Cubs had a 3-0 lead. The team was five outs from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What God Wants

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 9,561 views

    God’s will is not nearly the mystery we sometimes make it. God wants the lost saved, Christian to live godly lives, and for believers to pray. All three are inter-related.

    What God Wants 1 Timothy 2:1-10 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: A guy was on a diet. His biggest temptation was donuts. As he drove down the street in front of his favorite donut shop, he prayed, “Lord, if you want me to have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Forgive For Good Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jul 9, 2005
    based on 57 ratings
     | 5,077 views

    Is there anyone you wouldn’t want to run into in a long, narrow hallway?

    Lots of times, I share a personal story to start the message each week. But not today. Why not? I’m talking about the hurts of life that come from other people. And like everyone, I’ve been hurt. But my hurts don’t compare with a lot of yours. I know so many of your stories. Deep hurt. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waiting On God's Sovereignity

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Jan 25, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,667 views

    Life can make us very insecure, but if we trust the Lord we can rely on His eternal plan for us. God’s sovereignity is our comfort during stressful times.

    WAITING ON GOD’S SOVEREIGNITY Andrea was a nice girl with a huge secret. One day we were talking and she expressed a desire to share with me what ate at her heart for years. It was one of those secrets that no one ever wants to discuss or share with another person. As we sat there, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Great Harlot! (Part 6) Series

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Feb 21, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,355 views

    I show that the harlot who sits on many waters is the apostate church of the last days. I also give 3 bible evidences to examine to see if modern day Christians are a part of the apostate church.

    Title: The Tribulation Continued (Part 6) Text: Rev 17 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - Review using power point from the last 5 sermons - Who is the Great Harlot in Rev 17? - It is an apostate Church professing Christ yet not possessing Christ. - Revelation labels the apostate church of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal