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  • Monty Newton avatar

    The Jig Is Up

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 10, 2009
     | 3,215 views

    We own our own desires, actions and their outcomes... it is God’s will that our lives be characterized by good desires that lead to good deeds that benefit ourselves, bless others and please God.

    Title: The Jig Is Up Text: James 1:13-17 Thesis: We own our own desires, actions and outcomes… It is God’s will that our lives be characterized by good desires that lead us to do good deeds that benefit ourselves and others and please God. Introduction One of my favorite stories is The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tempting Proposition

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,144 views

    Convincing teenagers that temptation is a no-win proposition is hard to do, but this oft-neglected passage from Isaiah offers insight.

    In the Broadway musical, “Guys and Dolls,” there is a line where Sky Masterton (the Marlon Brando role in the film version) shares some advice that his father gave him. Sky is a gambler and the entire play revolves around a certain bet that he makes which pays off in a way he isn’t expecting. But I ...read more

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    "Article 2: The One God" Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on May 10, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,110 views

    This sermon unpacks the nature of God that makes Him God and what He shares with no other. We will unpack Exodus 3:14 -15 in specific

    Baptist confession of faith Article 2 PART A: One true God Today I have the unenviable task of expounding our Triune God and as I attempt to do so, in some small way I am fully aware of my own inadequacies in comprehending our infinite God! So today be assured we are merely paddling ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of One Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 21, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,181 views

    17th in a series from Ecclesiastes. One person can make a difference - either positive or negative - depending on what they do with the wisdom of God.

    [“Power of One” video] That video illustrates very well the overall theme of the passage that we’re going to look at this morning. Since we’re only covering six verses this morning, let’s go ahead and read this passage out loud together: 13 This wisdom I have also seen under the sun, and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where There Is No Altar The Church Will Falter

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 26, 2015
    based on 16 ratings
     | 48,606 views

    Not only will the altar less church be weak and spiritually impotent, but ultimately the church without an altar will falter.

    1 King 18:14-30 Ahab the king of Israel meets Elijah with these words: Art thou he that troubeleth Israel? Trouble=) stir up, disturb To agitate; 2. To afflict with pain or discomfort. 3. To cause mental agitation or distress This shows you how far Israel had fallen from Gods divine presence and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Pain Of Growth

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 5, 2015
     | 7,858 views

    We all want our churches to grow, but do we understand the growing pains that go along with the process?

    The Pain of Growth You ever have growing pains? If you didn’t you probably know someone who did, maybe your own kids. You know when you were around 8 or 9 you’d wake up with your legs aching. Growing pains are kind of a generic diagnosis that covers a variety of aches and pains ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    "Follow The Right Example" Series

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Oct 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,892 views

    We read and learn daily from the truths of the Word of God. But how do we live those truths out? We are surrounded by all sorts of examples (some good some bad). Paul uses two servants to show us how God uses ordinary people to do the extraordinary!

    Cornerstone Church October 18, 2015 “Follow the Right Example” Philippians 2:19-30 “I’m not a role model… ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Better Alternative To Worry Series

    Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Aug 11, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,093 views

    In a world filled with worry, Solomon calls us to trust in the Lord.

    For many people anxiety or worry is a big problem. Dr. Richard Leahy, a psychologist and anxiety specialist said a few years ago: “The average high school kid today has the same level of anxiety as the average psychiatric patient in the early 1950’s”. You find anxiety in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    His Character - Our Calling

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 13, 2015
     | 7,005 views

    A sermon to emphasis the importance of holiness.

    "His Character -- Our Calling" 1 Peter 1:13-16 1 Peter 1:13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Running The Race Of Faith Ii. - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 - 8/4/12

    Contributed by Kevin Ernst Duclairon on Apr 21, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,522 views

    RUNNING THE RACE OF FAITH II. - 1 CORINTHIANS 9:24-27 - 8/4/12

    RUNNING THE RACE OF FAITH II. - 1 CORINTHIANS 9:24-27 - 8/4/12 "24 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win. 25 Everyone who competes in the games exercises self-control in all things. They then ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Infinitely Great Self-Sufficient, Immutable, Incomprehensible God Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 11, 2015
     | 7,215 views

    This is the third in a series on the attributes of God dealing with self-sufficiency, immutability and incomprehesibility,

    Knowing God Series #3 “Our Infinitely Great Self-sufficient, immutable, incomprehensible God” Introduction God created us to know Him. \Relationship between the finite and the Infinite is not only possible but it is the foundation of life. Give thanks to the LORD; call upon his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Feast Of Freedom Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 24, 2015
    based on 21 ratings
     | 35,587 views

    150 years Memorial Day was initiated after the Civil War. But Americans have difficulty remembering when this special day began and why its important to our nation. But 3400 years ago, God initiated His own "Memorial Day". Do you know when & why it began?

    I’ve read that Memorial Day was originally begun by former slaves on May, 1, 1865. The ceremony was held in Charleston, SC to honor 257 dead Union Soldiers who had been buried in a mass grave in a Confederate prison camp. The former slaves dug up the bodies and worked for 2 weeks to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Groaning In Our Waiting

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 2, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,338 views

    The Holy Spirit give us hope in our hopelessness.

    Title: Groaning in our Waiting Text: Romans 8:18-25 Thesis: The Holy Spirit gives us hope in our hopelessness. Introduction: I read this week that there is a high end, reservation only and cloth napkins restaurant in Portland, Oregon named “The Groaning Board.” My guess is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Manny Salva Cruz avatar

    The Humble Birth Of The Savior Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Nov 30, 2015
     | 9,321 views

    Great things come from small beginnings. This is what we can learn on that first Christmas when Christ was born of humble beginnings and rose to be King of Israel.

    THE BIRTH OF THE SAVIOR SCRIPTURE READING: Micah 5:2 (NIV) "But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times." INTRODUCTION; Our sermon series on the Book ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    We Are Empty Handed Without God

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 24, 2014
     | 5,376 views

    To show that GOD does not want us to labor hard to earn money, but to labor hard for His Presence.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a hard worker to earn more money? STOP. Must be a hard worker in the ministry not in work to earn money for GOD gives money to us as a gift. It's a blessing. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD does not want us to labor hard to earn money, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal