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  • Richard White avatar

    I Would Not Do That Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,523 views

    Because of his devotion to God, Nehemiah could keep himself from doing wrong. We should improve our devotion to God so we too can overcome sin in our life.

    I would not do that! Neh 5:1-19 Illustration: Mikey the guy we love to hate. He is always cheerful. He wakes up every morning deciding to be happy. When he had his accident he decided to live. We must decide to pursue holiness. Walter Scott presented us with a five finger plan of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Pre-Eminence Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,341 views

    exposition on Matt ch 12

    THE PRE-EMINENCE OF CHRIST Matthew 12 v. 1 - 21 Notice :- 1.The Pre-eminence of His worship v. 1 - 8. we see here the attack of the Pharisees (a) The source of the attack v. 2 "the Pharisees" who were devout legalists (b) The subtletly of the attack v. 2 "plucking corn was unlawful on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    King Ahaz Of Judah

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 4, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,652 views

    To consider our motives for our prayers and worship

    King Ahaz of Judah 2 Chronicles 28:1-4,16-25 Primary Purpose: To consider our motive for our prayers and worship to God. Background: Ahaz took the throne at the age of 20 years old after his father Jotham passed away. Not much is said about Jotham except that he was a good man. He seems to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Burnout...just Burn

    Contributed by Alan Chandler on Jan 14, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,060 views

    Before Jesus returned to heaven he gave His disciples everything they would need to start the fire that would "burn into" the church, but what does that mean for us today?

    "Don’t Burnout…Just Burn" Acts 1: 1-8 I. Intro. A)Pastor to the church board: Bad news: the church burned down last Sunday Good news: no one complained that the Sanctuary was too cold! B)To say the Sanctuary is on fire is a mostly true statement 1)The Fire Triangle(Fire needs heat, fuel and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 1 - What Is Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 6, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,345 views

    This Whole Armor of God Series looks deeper nito Spiritual warfare, what the bible says it is and what each part of the armor represents.

    SPIRITUAL WARFARE & THE WHOLE ARMOR OF GOD (SERIES) Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org What is Spiritual Warfare? „« Ephesians 6:12 (NIV) PRAYER Our battle is not against evil people, nor temptations, but the spiritual force behind these ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Cronicles Of Daniel #7

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 24, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,800 views

    WHEN ANCIENT OF DAYS HOLDS COURT THE SAINTS ARE JUSTIFIED!

    THE CRONICLES OF DANIEL #7: THE SUPREME COURT DANIEL 7: 1-28 OCTOBER 10, 2004 INTRODUCTION: After a three-month summer recess, on October 3,1994, the Supreme Court of the United States opened its 1994-95 term. According to the New York Times News Service, the court’s legal business for that first ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgivenes

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,819 views

    Jesus teaches us to forgive.

    Matt.18:21-22 Then Peter came to Him and said, “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up to seven times?” Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven. People have a wrong idea of what forgiveness really ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Rogers avatar

    The Characteristics Of A Christian

    Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 23, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,038 views

    Examines the characteristics that a Christian should radiate in their life.

    The Characteristics of a Christian Matthew 5 verses 1-16, 38-48 I. Introduction II. This message is dealing with the inner state of the mind and a heart that is the indispensable absolute of true Christian discipleship. a. Explains the outward manifestation of character and conduct of true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2000
    based on 89 ratings
     | 6,302 views

    The Holy Spirit has the power to change lives and churches

    The Power of the Spirit Acts 2:1-41 I. The Filling of the Holy Spirit (Verses 1-13) A. The power falls 1. The disciples were together a.) This is a larger group than the twelve apostles and was estimated to have been approximately 120 of Jesus’ followers b.) They had gathered specifically to wait ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Review Of Orthodoxy By G.k. Chesterton

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 28, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,245 views

    A Review Of The Apologetic Classic

    Over the course of the modern era, whether fairly or not, orthodoxy has come to be associated with glumness and austerity. Thus, those coming across Orthodoxy by G.K. Chesterton might assume they are in for a dull and obtuse recitation of doctrine and dogma. They will, however, be delightfully ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Where’s The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,268 views

    Jesus says that he is not king of this world. So, whree is Jesus’ kingdom? How does Jesus’ kingdom impact the owrld in which we live?

    John 18:33-37 “Where’s the Kingdom?” INTRODUCTION We who live in the United States have a difficult time understanding the concepts of “King” and “Lord.” Our limited exposure to kings comes mainly from England’s tabloids and their tales of intrigue in the House of Windsor and the shenanigans ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Carol Patterson avatar

    God Is A Consuming Fire Series

    Contributed by Carol Patterson on Feb 24, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,850 views

    God wants all of our life to be under His control

    February 8, 2009 “God Is a Consuming Fire” Hebrews 12:22-29 Intro: Consuming –owerwhelming-overpowering-awe-inspiring-appealing-alluring-enticing Greek Katanalisko(only times used in Scripture) means consume utterly) • God desire is to have us be totally committed to Him. • He does this by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    What's The Point Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 13, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,147 views

    This is the 5th sermon in the series "Moving With God".

    Sunday Morning January 27, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “Moving With God (Exodus)” [#5] WHAT’S THE POINT? Exodus 4:18-31 Introduction: Why do we bother reading our Bibles, praying, giving, attending, witnessing, serving, etc…? What’s the point to all of this? There ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Gentry Sr. avatar

    By The Amazing Grace Of God I Am

    Contributed by Tim Gentry Sr. on Jan 31, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,163 views

    This is a sermon of what I am only by the grace of God.

    1 Cor. 15:10 BY THE AMAZING GRACE OF GOD I AM Intro: Grace: This is one of those special words that belongs to the child of God. God has given us some words that the world just doesn’t know how to properly appreciate. For instance, there are words like glory, amen, hallelujah, faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jehoshaphat (He Who Pleads)

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Feb 7, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,603 views

    How the prayer of Jehoshaphat and the unity of the people of Judah defeated the enemy and never lifted a hand.

    JEHOSHAPHAT (HE WHO PLEADS) II Chronicles 20:1-4 Intro: In the reading of the text you find that some of the people of Judah have come to Jehoshaphat and told him the Moabites and the Ammonites and others are planning to attack him. This scares Jehoshaphat. Remember at this time the kingdom is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational