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  • Carl Willis avatar

    Exodus 20:8-11 Remember The Sabbath

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 22, 2024
     | 853 views

    Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy. We examine God's purposes for Sabbath rest in the life of His people.

    As we discussed over the last few weeks in the Ten Commandments, the first four deal with your relationship with God, and the last six deal with your relationship with others. If you get commandment number one right—love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength—you're ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Witness Of A Healthy Church

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Nov 20, 2000
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     | 3,861 views

    The young church plant in Thessalonica serves as a good example for what the witness of a healthy church looks like.

    The Witness of a Healthy Church I Thessalonians 1:8-10 Introduction: This morning’s message is the last in a three-part series in which we’ve looked at the characteristics of a healthy church. We’ve been looking at the young church in Thessalonica, which the apostle Paul planted almost two ...read more

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    And To Think I Called Him Crazy

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 8, 2000
    based on 147 ratings
     | 4,865 views

    We’re going to look at three phases of James’ life. Some of you may be able to relate really well to this. We’re going to look at James, the skeptical brother; James, the saved sinner; and James, the servant Leader.

    And To Think I Called Him "Crazy" James 1:1 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church October 29, 2000 Introduction: I’m excited about what we’re beginning this morning. I think our study of the Book of James is vitally important to the life and health of our church, especially ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Characteristic Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 11, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 11,204 views

    Wisdom – is the action that results from or the ability to respond to knowledge and understanding. Wisdom puts truth into action.

    Developing Christian Character: The Characteristic of Wisdom. Character: - is defined as the pattern of behavior or personality found in an individual or group; it is wisdom, humbleness, purity, reverence, moral constitution, moral firmness, self control, integrity, truthfulness, honesty, ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    The New Apostle

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
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    The Lord provides a replacement for Judas

    The New Apostle Acts 1:15-26 Jeff Hughes – January 26, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. The early church had a vacancy. Jesus had named twelve apostles to carry out the ministry of being His witnesses. However, now there was only eleven. There was one position left to fill. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Thankful Heart

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 154 ratings
     | 50,718 views

    what it means to have a thankful heart

    Dec. 3, 2000 Colossians 3:15-17 “A thankful heart” INTRODUCTION Eight things to be thankful for: Be grateful... * for automatic dishwashers. They make it possible to get out of the kitchen before the family comes in for their after-dinner snacks. * for husbands who attack small ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Be Bossy Be Glossy! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,395 views

    Church leaders need be willing to serve God and His people and not become deceived by the world but remain servant leaders to the end. Young people in the church need to learn to follow Jesus and submit to the leadership that God has put into place.

    “Be Glossy! Not Bossy!” Thesis: Church leaders need be willing to serve God and His people and not become deceived by the world but remain servant leaders to the end. Young people in the church need to learn to follow Jesus and submit to the leadership that God has put into place. Scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When I Surrender To Temptation Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 19, 2007
     | 3,066 views

    Temptation is always a threat to the child of God. The message is a consideration of the source of temptation and the consequences of surrender to temptation.

    JAMES 1:13-15 WHEN I SURRENDER TO TEMPTATION “Let no one say when he is tempted, ‘I am being tempted by God,’ for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Show And Tell Series

    Contributed by Michael Karpf on Jan 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,960 views

    Wisdom from above is contrasted with wisdom from below...if you are wise show it.

    SHOW AND TELL James 3:13-18 I remember what I loved best when I was in elementary school; show and tell. We usually had that at the beginning of the day and anyone in the class could come up front to show something or to tell something. I always loved show and tell because I always had something. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    How Should We Relate To Politics? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 19, 2008
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     | 3,305 views

    Governmental structures and laws cannot render ultimate righteousness, but they can help reflect and uphold it.

    From the Word… Series: You Asked For It How Should We Relate to Politics? Brad Bailey – May 18, 2008 Continuing is our series entitled “You Asked For It… in which we are focusing on topics which were drawn from a survey of the entire community. Today… How should we relate to the roles of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Has A Plan Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 3, 2008
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     | 8,639 views

    In our society today many think that God does not have a plan. Some think God is dead, or distant, or uncaring, or not in control – but the reality check is He always has a plan and His plan is always in motion. The real thought for us today is, “Are we g

    “God has a Plan” Opening Illustration: God has a plan from Blue fish Tv.com In our society today many think that God does not have a plan. Some think God is dead, or distant, or uncaring, or not in control – but the reality check is He always has a plan and His plan is always in motion. The real ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Fierce Urgency Of Now

    Contributed by Rohan Diedrick on May 18, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 30,447 views

    This sermon was inspired by a speech made by Dr. Martin Luther King in 1967. It deals with the fact that humanity is indeed running out of time when it comes to his eternal security. There is an urgent call for us to awake from our slumber because as Dr

    The Fierce Urgency of Now Romans 13:11-14 Before we get started let me give you a little background on the topic. I must first of all confess that I was not the creative genius behind this topic, Dr Martin Luther King was. I must also confess that the first time I heard it was not from a quote ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Able To Learn Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 17, 2011
     | 3,816 views

    With this message, I introduce to the congregation an exploration of the little understood doctrine of soul competency.

    “I write these things to you about those who are trying to deceive you. But the anointing that you received from him abides in you, and you have no need that anyone should teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about everything—and is true and is no lie, just as it has taught you—abide in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rolland Bouchard avatar

    Lesson 3: Organization Vs. Organism Series

    Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,762 views

    An indepth look at what it means to be the body of Christ. If He is the head of the body, the foundation of the kingdom, then we are simply body parts, cells, bricks. What does it mean to be an armpit?

    ORGANIZATION VS. ORGANISM “He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church…” Colossians 1: 17-18a Indeed, Babel has had its effect throughout history. We can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Something Old, Something New, What To Do When Change Makes You Blue Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,155 views

    A poignant and humorous study of the way the Church must continually adapt and change in order to remain effective.

    1. Title: Something Old, Something New, What To Do When Change Makes You Blue 2. Text: several 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, October 22, 2006, last in a series on worship, leading up to our 10th anniversary the next week 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ