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  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Living Right In A World Going Wrong

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on May 10, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,951 views

    The choice to live right in a world going wrong is for each of us to make for ourselves.

    Living Right In A World Going Wrong 05/03/09 PM Text: Romans 15:4 Introduction As many of you know we spent the last couple of days up in Portland attending the graduation of our daughter Darcy from Cascade College. It was a delightful experience, not just for observing and celebrating this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Would Jesus Say To An Atheist? Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 21, 2024
     | 1,814 views

    David makes it clear that to deny God is an arrogant and foolish endeavor.

    Summer in the Psalms 2024 Psalm 14 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church?07-14–2024 Madilyn Murray O’Hair, visited the campus of the University of Memphis when I was a freshman. There was a huge police presence on campus and she had bodyguards because she had received so many death ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Is Lord Because Of How He Rules Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 22, 2003
    based on 207 ratings
     | 25,555 views

    Colossians tells us that rules and regulations have no power to make us moral... but does that make sense? Yes, and the reason may amaze you.

    OPEN: He brushed his teeth twice a day and the doctor examined him twice a year. He wore galoshes when it rained, slept with the windows open, stuck to a diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and got at least 8 hours of sleep every night. He never smoked, drank, or lost his temper. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    My Cousin Louie

    Contributed by Rusty Wright on Jun 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,083 views

    We all focus far too much on the things that make churches different rather than the faith that makes us all one in Christ.

    My Cousin Louie 6-24-07 Galatians 3:23-29 I think we all know what it means to follow the “letter of the law.” It means you do exactly what you are told to do, no more, no less. And, often, when we tell somebody to do something, especially someone who works for us, we expect them to do it ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    The Dragnet

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 3, 2005
    based on 61 ratings
     | 9,279 views

    1. Free will makes hell necessary. 2. Justice makes hell necessary. 3. Hell begins here and now, just as heaven does.

    The Dragnet Matthew 13:47-50 Bill Hybels, the pastor of Willow Creek Church in Chicago which has over 20,000 people in attendance each week, tells the story of an encounter he had with a young woman: “I recall one time being in a restaurant studying for a message, and a gal looked over from her ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Lost

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Apr 26, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,007 views

    Even when our efforts are not always aligned with his intentions and we make mistakes and sometimes make a mess of things, he knows the heart

    LOST 2 Kings 22:1-20; key verse: 13 INTRO Pastor Wayne Cordeiro, Leading on Empty writes of his daughter, adopted when only three days old. The apple of his eye, Abby, compromised her faith and morality, making choices that expelled her from College and for two years was searching for her ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Food Of Faith Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,780 views

    Even when we don’t have much to bring to the table, God will make it work. His strength makes up for our weaknesses.

    A Life Built on Faith: “The Food Of Faith” Matthew 14:14-21 An English teacher and her class were studying well known Proverbs. One day she gave them a test to see how well they were understanding what she taught. She would state the first half of a proverb and then asked the students to come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hostile Or Pleasing To God

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jan 10, 2019
     | 2,218 views

    Anything we do either makes us hostile or pleasing to God, so we have to check before we make any step

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *HOSTILE TO GOD OR PLEASING TO HIM?* Romans 8:7-8 King James Version (KJV) 7 Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. 8 So then they that are in the flesh cannot ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Intentional Grandparenting Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 26, 2020
    based on 5 ratings
     | 14,694 views

    Before passing on, make sure you pass it on by leaving a legacy because when grandparents are intentional, they will make a grand impact on the next generation.

    When Jeanne Calmert turned 120 years-old, she was asked to describe her vision for the future. She replied, “Very brief.” When a reporter asked what she liked best about being so old, she answered: “Well, there’s no peer pressure!” That reminds me of an elderly man who was filling out an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    American Idols July 4 Sermon

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022
     | 3,139 views

    America has become the land of idolatry. But before I make that claim, I need to make sure that I have the right definition of idolatry.

    Illus: Dr. Billy Graham says, "We usually think of an idol as a religious figure carved of wood or stone, perhaps in some primitive tribe far removed from civilization. But we have our "idols" today, because an idol is anything that you worship in place of the living God. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    New Year, New Heart

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 8, 2024
     | 3,976 views

    The beginning of a new year is always a good time to make life changes. This sermon looks at the beattitudes as a framework for making resolutions of the heart for the new year.

    A. A woman named Jeanette Case from Erie, PA shared this story in Reader’s Digest. 1. Last year when I called my parents to wish them a happy New Year, my dad answered the phone and I asked him: “Well, Dad, what’s your New Year’s resolution?” 2. Her dad proudly replied: “To make your mother as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Imprinted (Fifth Sunday After The Epiphany February 5 2023)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 4, 2023
     | 941 views

    Paul’s purpose was not to make an impression by his human ability and attainment but to let the Holy Spirit make an impression on them through his preaching.

    IMPRINTED Text: 1 Corinthians 2:1 – 11 1 Corinthians 2:1-11  When I came to you, brothers and sisters, I did not come proclaiming the mystery of God to you in lofty words or wisdom.  (2)  For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ, and him crucified. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Sermon 6 - The Strength Of Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 31, 2025
     | 617 views

    As we strive to be salt and light to the world, the sacrifices we make for others can make a difference in drawing them toward faith and commitment to Jesus.

    Introduction: A. A funny thing happened to me a number of years ago and I have shared the story with you before, but I think it is a good launching point for today’s sermon. 1. Years ago, while I was driving and using my earpiece, I called my brother, but he didn’t answer, so I left him a message. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    What Now Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014
     | 7,092 views

    Since we are free in Christ we need to make the most of that freedom.

    What Now? Text: Gal. 5:13-26 Introduction 1. Illustration: There were many dilemma’s at the end of the Civil War. How do we rebuild the country? How do we heal the deep wounds that tore the nation apart for four bloody years? For the now free slaves the dilemma was now that we are free what ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Part 2 One To Strive For Series

    Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,871 views

    To challenge disciples to make becoming mighty in the scriptures a legacy they leave behind.

    Title: Legends and Legacies: Part 2 One to Strive For Part 1 – Matthew 26.6-13; Part 3 – Luke 2.25-32; Part 4 - Hosea 3.1-3 Text: Acts 18.22-28 Time: August 17, 2008 Asbury UMC [TITLE SLIDE] Friday night my family and I were glued to the TV as we watched Michael Phelps win his seventh gold ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist