Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times

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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Three Score And Ten

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 12, 2009
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    For 1989, 70th anniversary of the church. Three Scriptures with the number "70" in them ... life includes pain and conflict; but we are to forgive without reservation; God knows the plans He has for the next 70 years of this church.

    We’ve reached a milestone, a real milestone. Seventy years old. That’s a good long while. That is, in fact, a lifetime, according to one of the Scriptures I’m going to read, the typical, average lifetime of a human being. And it’s not too bad for an institution like a church. We’ve been here, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Kelley avatar

    A Three-Fold Security

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Aug 3, 2009
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    Our security is in Jesus Christ

    Our text is a prophetic one. Who is this Messiah of whom we preach? The Son of God! The book of Zechariah has been called the Apocalypse of the Old Testament. Like the book of Revelation, Zechariah is a book of prophecy. Vs. 1 - God is the Source of Blessings; vs. 2-3 - God judges false ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ben Peak avatar

    The Three Stages Of Giving

    Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008
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    What kind of giver are you?

    A man had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. He could receive little company and was not to be excited. While in the hospital a rich uncle died and left him a million dollars. His family wondered how to break the news to him with the least amount of excitement. It was decided to ask the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Three Powerful Laws

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 4, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
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    The Bible mentions three laws. This is a message about those laws.

    THREE POWERFUL LAWS Romans 8:2-3 INTRO: There are three laws mentioned in the Bible. They are all separate. They are: the Law of Sin; the Law of Moses; and the Law of Grace. Tonight, let’s look at each one. I. THE LAW OF SIN AND DEATH. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Sides Of The Equation

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 28, 2008
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    Paul, Pt. 6

    THREE SIDES OF THE EQUATION (1 CORINTHIANS 10:23-33) A farmer wanted to breed his three sows (adult female hogs). He had a friend who owned a few boars, so they made arrangements to get the sow and boars together. One afternoon the farmer loaded the sows into his pickup truck and hauled them over ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Davon Huss avatar

    Three Forms Of Greed

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 16, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
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    A sermon on greed from Ephesians 5:3-14

    Sermon for 11/15/2009 Greed from Ephesians 5:3-14 Introduction: An old preacher was dying. He sent a message for his banker and his lawyer, both church members, to come to his home. When they arrived, they were ushered up to his bedroom. As they entered the room, the preacher held out his hands ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Encouraging Things Series

    Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
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    This is an expository sermon based on Phillipians 1.12-20.

    Text: Phil 1.12-20 Introduction: Paul was in jail when he wrote this letter and yet he is full of joy. Just like Paul we all have bad times and times of discouragement. Read “You Know it’s a Bad Day when… You know it’s going to be a bad day when: * You turn on the morning news and they’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Allen avatar

    The Three Sides Of Abraham Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 31, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
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    Well this passage today reveals three sides of the life of Abraham. In this passage, he is visited personally by the Lord. During this visit we are given a glimpse at three sides of this great man’s life.

    Following In the Footsteps of Faith THE THREE SIDES OF ABRAHAM Genesis 18:1-33 Intro: Everyone in this room wears many different hats. For instance, I am a husband, a father, a son, a brother, a Pastor, a friend, among many other things. Well this passage today reveals three sides of the life of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Tankersley avatar

    The Three Little Pigs

    Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jul 3, 2009
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    Based off of the children tale of the three little pigs, with a twist. A comparison of building on the rock or sand.

    “The Three Little Pigs” Matthew 7:24-29 In this great sermon our Lord preaches, we come to conclusion. Point 1- Vs13-14, the strait/narrow gate & path. Point 2- Vs15-20, warning about false prophets lurking outside this gate. Point 3-Vs21-23, our Lord is continuing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Great Homes

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
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    In Luke 15, Christ tells three ‘lost and found’ stories about three homes – the three great homes.

    In Luke 15, Christ tells three ‘lost and found’ stories about three homes – the three great homes. The first parable (v4-7), about a lost sheep, records Jesus as the Great Shepherd of our souls, searching for the one, lonely, wandering sheep. The second parable (v8-10), about a lost coin, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Three Questions To Ask

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 18, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
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    How do you govern your life as a Christian? How do you know what you should or should not say or do? Whenever it comes to making a decision there are three questions we must ask and answer for ourselves. Is it moral? Is it legal? Is it ethical?

    THREE QUESTIONS TO ASK 1 Corinthians 10:23-33 Introduction: How do you govern your life as a Christian? How do you know what you should or should not say or do? Daily you and I are faced with choices that we have to make as believers; choices that will impact our lives, our relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Rainer avatar

    And Then There Were Three Thieves...

    Contributed by Christopher Rainer on Mar 5, 2008
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    A lot of people believe that there were just two thieves hanging on those crosses on Calvary’s mountain. Well, Luke lets me know that there was some more thievery going on that day...

    And Then There Were Three Thieves… Scripture Text: Luke 23:39 – 43 Introduction: Under normal circumstances, it doesn’t feel good to be taken from. It’s different when I give it to you or you have a need and I share what I have with you. It’s another thing altogether for you to see me with it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Samuel Stone avatar

    Three Tips To Timelessness

    Contributed by Samuel Stone on Oct 31, 2007
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     | 2,550 views

    Lesson from someone who ignored the opportunity to do what is right during his lifetime and ends up facing judgment upon death, and yet he still doesn’t seem to repent.

    Please Read: Luke 16:19-31 There was a story about a rich man who was determined to take his wealth with him. He told his wife to get all his money together, put it in a sack, and then hang the sack from the rafters in the attic. He said, "When my spirit is caught up to heaven, I’ll grab the sack ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Bob Beltz avatar

    Three Kinds Of "People" Series

    Contributed by Bob Beltz on May 15, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,665 views

    Continuing with the theme of faith, Lewis creates a number of characters that model different kinds of faith.

    Dear Church Leader, As a life-long C.S. Lewis fan, and a pastor for twenty-five years, I am excited not only about the wholesome entertainment value of the second film in the Chronicles of Narnia series, but also about the tool the film can be for churches and ministries. I’ve been told that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Troy Campbell avatar

    Three Faith Killers

    Contributed by Troy Campbell on Oct 20, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 31,157 views

    In our text, we find another man that had some faults. However, not like these other men, this man was not willing to submit to the Lord and because of his unwillingness to be obedient, we find a tragic ending. I usually like to preach stories with a go

    Title: Three Faith Killers Text: Mark 10:17-30 Last week we just finished a series on “Who Am I?” It was a very powerful series and my prayer is that lives were changed throughout those weeks spent on that subject. Our life HAS to be changed, not because I am such a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal