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  • Ralph juthman avatar

    The Face Of Praise Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Dec 17, 2011
     | 5,759 views

    This is number 4 in the four part series. God is worthy of our praise. Christmas is the prime time for us to stop and give thanks, praise and worship to God for the most precious of gifts, His Son.

    THE FACES OF CHRISTMAS 4 LUKE 1:57-80 ‘PRAISE’ INTRODUCTION For the next three minutes, I would like you to turn to two people, and share what was the most special present you ever received at Christmas? How did you feel when you received it? What were you feelings toward the person ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Optimistic Outlook Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 28, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,556 views

    When we rely on the promises of God, we can look ahead with confidence; we can look up with commitment; and we can look around with compassion.

    John Ortberg, in his book If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat, cites a medical study in which 122 men who had suffered their first heart attack were evaluated on their degree of hopefulness and pessimism: “Of the 25 most pessimistic men, 21 had died eight ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Discipleship - The Cost Of Following Jesus

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 23, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,055 views

    Discipleship - The Cost of Following Jesus. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Decision (verse 57-58): (2). Delay (verses 59-61) (3). Determination (verse 61-62) SERMON BODY: Ill: • On a wall near the main entrance to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, • Is a portrait with the following inscription: • "James Butler Bonham--no ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • David Owens avatar

    How Can A Loving God Send People To Hell? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 28, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,216 views

    Reconciling a loving God with an awful hell is not easy for many people. In this sermon I try to resolve this dilemma.

    Introduction: A. A church was looking for a new preacher. 1. They asked their top two candidates to preach a trial sermon. 2. Both candidates were assigned the same topic – the topic was “Hell.” 3. Both candidates preached and did an excellent job, but one was hired and the other ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What's Cooking In Your Pot?

    Contributed by James May on Feb 13, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 33,853 views

    There was poison in the soup of the pot at the school of the prophets. God had to perform a miracle to make it edible. Someone threw in the wrong thing by mistake. What has been allowed to be cast into our lives that might be poisonous to our souls? W

    What’s Cooking in Your Pot? Wednesday, February 13, 2013 By Rev. James May Now I know that some of you might be asking right now, “Pastor, why are you preaching on cooking when we’re in the middle of our days of fasting?” Well, I hope I don’t make you hungry but I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Scandal Of Grace

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 21, 2013
     | 7,023 views

    We receive grace when we are born again. This saving grace is not something we can earn or work for; it’s a free gift given by a gracious God. Today, I will attempt to answer the question, “What’s So Amazing About Grace?”

    2 September 2005 The Scandal of Grace Matthew 20:1-20:16 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Psalm 7 - How To Endure A Grudge Series

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015
     | 11,311 views

    This message encourages that one deal with their personal grudges against others and work toward true reconciliation.

    HOW TO ENDURE A GRUDGE TEXT: Psalm 7:1-10 Psalms 7:1-17 KJV Shiggaion of David, which he sang unto the LORD, concerning the words of Cush the Benjamite. O LORD my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me: [2] Lest he tear my soul like a lion, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Payback System Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 20, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,895 views

    Trust Christ as your Savior and avoid God's coming judgment, which will be severe, suitable, and certain as it hardens people's hearts against Him.

    Fred was a practical joker, who enjoyed pulling some crazy pranks at each of his three friends’ weddings. Then Fred got married, and he was worried. He was sure they would retaliate, but nobody interrupted the minister. Nobody sent naughty telegrams, and nobody hid his suitcases. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Genesis-People Relating To God- Part 7-- Ripped Off Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Oct 24, 2015
     | 4,909 views

    Part 7 of our People relating to God series from Genesis

    Part 7 of the People relating to God series from Genesis. Joseph part 1 of 2 Please use any or all of this material to further God's kingdom All scripture is from the NLT bible Ripped off ! Genesis – People relating to God Part 7 Joseph Genesis 37:1-36 Last week as we continued our study ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Samson And His Mid-Life Crisis Series

    Contributed by Rev. Clarence Eisberg on Oct 27, 2015
     | 8,324 views

    The amazing thing about the story of Samson and Delilah is that it comes at the height of his career. The key to the story is found in the last verse of Judges 15. “Now Samson led Israel for twenty years in the days of the Philistines.” (15:20)

    “Samson and His Mid-Life Crisis” The story of Samson and Delilah, found in Judges 16, is the story of a man who having reached the pinnacle of his career and having accomplished everything a man would want to accomplish, in one sudden, violent turn went from the top right down to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    Remember To Give Thanks!

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Nov 29, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,787 views

    Thanksgiving or Advent reminder to be grateful as believers.

    Intro: A man stood writing at the post office counter one day when an older man shuffled up to him with a postcard in his hand.“Sir,” the older man said, “would you please address this postcard for me?” The first man gladly consented, and wrote what the older man dictated to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Stone Is Rolled Away

    Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,852 views

    "WHY WAS THE STONED ROLLED AWAY?" AND "FOR WHOM WAS THE STONED ROLLED AWAY FOR?" Was it rolled away for Jesus? No, he was already gone. And besides, the risen Son of God doesn’t need anyone to do anything for Him. So who was the stone rolled away for?

    3-24-03 The Stone is Rolled Away It was dark as they arose that Sunday morning. The two got up and put ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lamb Is Praised Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 19, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,450 views

    What we see here can teach us some things about the matter of praise.

    Luke 2:21-38 THE LAMB PRAISED Pastor Allan Kircher Dec 23rd 2012 Intro: • It is two days before Christmas. • Presents will be given and received. • Meals have been eaten • The festivities are coming to an end of another year. That lime green scarf you will receive will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Executive Obligation-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 11, 2014
     | 3,365 views

    2 of 3. Moses gave exhortation regarding the dutiful obligation of Israel’s king for the people’s freedom to serve God. Executive leadership should & can be dutifully obligated to God’s people. Executive leadership is obligated to Freedom from...

    EXECUTIVE OBLIGATION-II—Deuteronomy 17:14-20 Attention: Tuesday is Election Day—We are obligated to vote our belief! Those for whom we vote have a(n) Obligation/Commitment/Responsibility/Duty to their constituency, which sounds noble. Many, if not most, enter office with noble ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Humility Series

    Contributed by Roger Rich on Nov 14, 2014
     | 13,760 views

    Life is stressful with strained and broken relationships at the core of our stress. God created us to be in relationships and in His Word we find key principles for relationship restoration. Join us as we go beyond restoration to hope.

    Lakeview CHURCH November 16, 2014 Series - New Beginnings – Part 1 Humility . Grace . Hope Relationship Introduction: Walk on stage and on a big ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist