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  • Frank Martin avatar

    8 Wonders Of The World

    Contributed by Frank Martin on Apr 13, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 2,607 views

    A faith twist on a worldly notion

    8th Wonders of the world Man has consistently looked to glorify himself and the works of his hands. Routinely we award one another for acts or feats that we use to set us apart or above others. This is contrary to the nature of God. When we look to elevate ourselves, we till ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What We Have Freedom From Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,521 views

    WE are free, that does not mean we dont cost anything, that means we do not have to worry about the law or the condemnation from the law

    Romans 8:1-17 Getting on the Same Page as God about what we are free from Introduction A. In America we love our freedom B. We are really proud, and should be, that we live in a free society C. We have people over in Iraq doing what, defending our freedom D. We have people who for 228 years now ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Voice Box Series

    Contributed by Joe Fornear on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,290 views

    On abortion - what the Bible says about it - being the voice box for the most defenseless and speaking the truth in love

    A couple of opposing candidates for county office were sitting near each other in the local diner... One turned to the other and said, "You know why I’m going to win this election? Because of my ’personal touch.’ For example, I always tip waitresses really well and then ask them to vote for me." ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Call To Corporate Prayer

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 4, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 21,528 views

    This sermon defines the requirements and results of corporate prayer in the local church.

    Corporate Prayer Acts 1:14 Ill- On February 24, 1991, a lightning ground offensive was launched by the U.S. and allied forces in the Persian Gulf War. Its effectiveness shattered the defending Iraqi forces. Within days the world’s fourth largest army was crushed, tens of thousands of prisoners of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing A Prayer-Directed Spirit

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,711 views

    Preparing our hearts through prayer for combat with evil

    As we gather this morning we do so at a unique time in our lives.. a time in which our nation is preparing for war… perhaps a war that will unfold in a more drawn out manner… but still with a call to ‘readiness’ that is fitting of war. The National Guard has been called up. Reserves… possible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Was Jude Thinking? Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 25, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 12,537 views

    Exposition of Jude 3-4

    Text: Jude 3-4, Title: What was Jude thinking? Date/Place: LSCC, 9/3/06, AM A. Opening illustration: Yogi Berra, the well-known catcher for the New York Yankees, and Hank Aaron, who at that time was the chief power hitter for the Milwaukee Braves. The teams were playing in the World Series, and as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Escaping The Trap Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,200 views

    We need to pursue peace with our brothers and sisters.

    WARNING: This Sermon Contains Material That May Overcome Offense Series Based on John Benere’s book, The Bait of Satan Escaping the Trap Nov. 4, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Get their attention B Today, all of these messages will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Shall I Give To Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 11, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,706 views

    In a season where giving requres so much time and energy, what time and energy has been laid aside to prepare the gifts we will bring to Jesus this Christmas?

    INTRO. A. The Perfect Gift People all around the world at this time of the year go to all extremes to give the perfect Christmas Gift. Some even plan for the full year. Not only do we want the perfect gift but the perfect type of gift. You look at another’s personality, style of living, their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep The Unity Of The Spirit - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by George Yates on Sep 14, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,745 views

    Unity is our call, it comes from the Diversity and yet unity of God, and it is our primary goal within the church

    EPHESIANS 4:1-16 September 10, 2006 New Covenant EPC “KEEP THE UNITY OF THE SPIRIT” Body Life - The Book of Ephesians I. Unity is hard. Why? A. Because we come from so many backgrounds, so many experiences and with so many needs and wants. 1. Unity is hard however because of sin and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    World War Won! - Memorial Day - Independence Day Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 25, 2003
    based on 274 ratings
     | 17,202 views

    Good for this time of continuing war...Eye-opening scriptures to help lay people understand why war is sometimes necessary, and sometimes even recommended by God. Link included to Formatted Text and Powerpoint.

    World War Won! Prov. 14:34 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WarAndFreedom.html Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people. We take our freedom for granted. Here we sit today, praying, singing, fellowshipping, worshipping God together, reading His Word…w/out fear of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus: The One And Only Series

    Contributed by Chuck Herring on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 138 ratings
     | 14,986 views

    Jesus Christ is the one and only Savior for the whole world.

    “JESUS: THE ONE AND ONLY” Acts 4:12 April 7, 2002—FBC, Richland Is our culture asking us to give up Jesus for a greater religious cause? Joseph Stowell, the President of Moody Seminary spoke at a Pastor’s Conference and related the following personal story. This past November he went to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Choosing The Road Of Obedience Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 9, 2013
     | 6,259 views

    This is the fifth message in a series on the life of Moses and shows that being God's man is never easy. This message examines how God calls us to choose the road of obedience even when it is the most difficult way.

    Most of us will accept the idea that God has a plan for our lives. However, we often struggle with the notion that God could use us in a significant way to impact the Kingdom. Why do we have this struggle? Because we know what we are really like and we know our failures. Needless to say it takes a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Forgive Me . . . O, And You, Too Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 1, 2013
     | 4,357 views

    We want (maybe even expect) forgiveness from God; but when it comes to giving forgiveness, it is harder than we might think. Jesus reminds us that our receiving forgiveness hinges on our giving of it.

    1. Peace Child Missionary Don Richardson who served for many years among the primitive tribes in Papua New Guinea wrote a book entitled "The Peace Child." He writes how in translating the Scriptures into the native tribesmen language, he could find no words to express how Jesus Christ came to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do Not Mess With The Message

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 3, 2013
    based on 50 ratings
     | 21,278 views

    The Gospel Message Needs No Additions. Distorting the Gospel Message is a Serious Offense. Beloved in Christ, Only the Gospel "Saves".

    For Those Nor Familiar with an Anglican Service there are four readings before the Sermon. The readings for this day were 1 Kings 18:20-39; Psalm 96: 1-9; Galatians 1:1-12 and Luke 7: 11-17 "One of the most frequently used terms in the Christian faith is ...."The Gospel." Amazingly ... few ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    How To Deal With Difficult People, Pt. 2

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 14, 2012
    based on 19 ratings
     | 10,353 views

    This is so contrary to our nature, that not many practice it. Just make sure you do!

    How to Deal with Difficult People, pt. 2 Romans 12:14-21 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/120815pm.mp3 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html vv. 1-2 Relationship w/ God vv. 3-13 Relationship w/ believers vv. 14-21 Relationship w/ unbelievers in general, and difficult people in particular...when they’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist