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  • Tim Adams avatar

    The Vision Of A Holy Heart Series

    Contributed by Tim Adams on Dec 1, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,324 views

    This sermon is to advance the old-fashioned but forgotten doctrine of holiness for producing a pure church.

    “The Vision of A Holy Heart” 2 Corinthians 7:1 It is October 14th, and the sun is reflecting mirages of water on an Air Force base runway in southern Florida. The silence of that scene is interrupted as a long-winged plane touches down on the runway and taxies to the hanger. A thousand planes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Ravens Fly

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Dec 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,319 views

    Using experiences from the life of Elijah the prophet, this message seeks to show that the ravens of God’s provision fly in the worst of conditions, and the direst of circumstances.

    Where Ravens Fly Text: 1 Kings 17:4-6 Intro: Elijah, the prophet of God, has excited my imagination since the early days of my biblical recollections. Actually, Elijah has long been one of my Bible heroes. This servant of God was a man’s man. When it came to preaching the truth of God, mousy he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Your Neighbor As Yourself, Just As Jesus Loved Us Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 8, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,676 views

    Jesus outlines the nature of discipleship in terms of three main elements 1) A New Commandment 2) A New Example and 3) A New Witness.

    Very few people like to travel extensively. There is something about being away from family and resources that we have when we are around home. There are those like Alan, Andrea and in April Sue and Wilma, who leave familiar surrounding to travel to a people in another country. Anyone that has a ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    False - Christians, Short And Sweet 3 Series

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Sep 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,872 views

    This can be a dangerous sermon to preach. It calls sin, sin and challenges Christians to examine their relationship with Jesus. Does Jesus know you?!?

    False - Christians Jude The year was 2003 “When officials announced the vote tally on June 8, thunderous applause showered the crowd at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Concord, N.H The occasion: Episcopalians in the diocese of New Hampshire had just elected the first openly homosexual bishop As ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beast From The Land Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 3, 2017
     | 7,395 views

    If the second beast has the horns of a lamb, and he speaks like a dragon, the very voice of Satan is heard when he speaks. The mode of Satan’s language is the lie; he is the father of lies (John 8:44).

    By: Tom Lowe Date: 10/19/16 Title: Beast from the Land (13:11-18) Revelation 13:11-18 (KJV) 11 And I beheld another beast ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stand Firm Against The World Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018
     | 7,770 views

    Message 21 from Philippians exploring the admonition to stand firm. This message discussions the need to stand against the evil world system.

    “Stand Firm Against the World” Paul addresses the important things around which to align our life that enables us to find joy no matter what in a letter written to followers of Jesus living in the Greek city of Philippi. The letter organizes around four passions. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – A ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Joseph Reveals Himself Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Nov 2, 2020
     | 5,312 views

    It is at this point that chapter 45 begins. It continues from chapter 44 where Judah tries to reason out with this Egyptian official and offers himself as a substitute for Benjamin in whose sack was Joseph’s silver cup.

    Joseph reveals himself Gen. 45: 1-45 It is at this point that chapter 45 begins. It continues from chapter 44 where Judah tries to reason out with this Egyptian official and offers himself as a substitute for Benjamin in whose sack was Joseph’s silver cup. Judah and his brothers anxiously ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Am I A Friend Of God? Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014
     | 8,581 views

    James helps us to evaluate whether we are in fact friends of God

    Several years ago there was a popular worship song titled “I Am a Friend of God” which we used to sing here at TFC from time to time. But as I was reading the passage from James that we’ll be looking at this morning I began to wonder how many of the people that have sung and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Importance Of Praise

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 3, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 28,210 views

    Praise God for that is what we are commanded to do.

    The Importance of Praise By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Genesis 29:35 says “And she conceived again, and bare a son: and she said, Now will I praise the LORD: therefore she called his name Judah; and left bearing”. The Law of First mention:- The Law of First Mention basically states ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • David Owens avatar

    The Wise, The Unwise, And The Otherwise Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 4, 2021
     | 6,956 views

    In James chapter 3, James contrasts two kinds of wisdom: worldly wisdom and godly wisdom. The fruits that result from these two kinds of wisdom couldn't be any more different from each other.

    A. Let’s start our sermon this morning with a quote: “Life is hard and it’s harder when you’re stupid.” 1. We chuckle at that because we all know it’s true. 2. Some people attribute that quote to John Wayne. 3. I don’t know if the Duke did or didn’t say those words. 4. The line doesn’t appear in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Abandon

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Jul 1, 2016
     | 5,774 views

    As Christians we are called to live on the straight and narrow, not the wide. Don't live in the world, don't live in the wide Abandon the wide! WARNING! THIS SERMON IS LIKELY TO CAUSE SOME DISCOMFORT!

    Abandon Matthew 7:13,14 As you are turning I want to tell you a story The story of Champion Coach Champion Coach is a charter bus company ran by Craig and Hazel Dance out of Greenville S.C. The Dances are devout Christians and they run this very successful business that caters to college and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Longings To Be Followed-3 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 2, 2016
     | 2,707 views

    3 of 4. Jesus invited His audience to accept Him as the Light that everyone/all should follow. Jesus is the Light that all should follow. But Why? 4 longings worthy of being followed...A Longing to be followed, fulfills the need for...

    LONGINGS TO BE FOLLOWED-III—John 8:12 Attention: !NO OPENER! There are many things we long for... Things that may or may not be Christ honoring, such as... Personal recognition, Power over others, Overly expensive vehicle(s), Expansive house(s) & lands, Personal comfort, Statement clothing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Replacing My Worry With Worship Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 21,600 views

    We can triumph in our trials if we replace our worry with worship

    ENGAGE Are you a worrier? If so, you’re certainly not alone. A 2015 study in Britain found that 86% of adults considered themselves to be worriers. According to that survey the average adult spent one hour and 50 minutes a day worrying, which adds up to nearly 28 days a year. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Be Wise About Justice Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 15, 2024
     | 1,532 views

    There is no doubt that God cares about justice for all people and it comes from His character. Because God cares about justice, especially for the powerless and the voice-less, so should God's people.

    A. The story is told about a police officer in a small town who stopped a driver who was speeding down Main Street. 1. “But officer,” the man said, “I can explain.” 2. “Just be quiet!!!” snapped the officer. “Or I'm going to let you cool off in jail until the chief gets back.” 3. “But ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Pastor Renji George avatar

    Holy Spirit - The Doctrine And The Ministry

    Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Aug 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 996 views

    Another thing to remember is fruit of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) is more important than the gifts of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 12:4-11). Gifts of the Holy Spirit without the fruit of the Holy Spirit is a counterfeit.

    From Genesis 1:2 to Revelation 22:17, the Bible records constant references to the Holy Spirit—His person and His work. Like the Father and the Son, He has all the attributes of the Godhead and is especially active in the world scene. Though He is the “Sent One” by both Christ and the Father, He ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal