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  • Who Do You Say That I Am? Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 30, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,296 views

    The Lordship of Christ calls us to forsake our rebellion and agendas and submit to God’s will.

    “I Believe” A sermon series on the Apostles Creed “Who do you say that I am?” Matthew 16:13-18 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Scholars claim education is the answer…politicians say that government is the answer… sinners say that self-indulgence is ...read more

  • A Call To Reach Anyone Series

    Contributed by Terry Stivers on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,360 views

    We are called to be ambassadors for Jesus Christ to anyone. Christ gives us an example. Studies in the Gospel of Mark

    A CALL TO REACH ANYONE Mark 2:13-17 INTRO: 1. Read a small booklet several years ago by Joseph Stowell entitled (I hope this is right) Loving Those You Would Rather Hate. He talk about the issues of homosexuality, race, ethnic diversity, etc. 2. I read a story the other day about a homeless ...read more

  • Journeying With Jesus Through Lent #1: ‘into The Wilderness' Series

    Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Feb 27, 2009
    based on 46 ratings
     | 32,485 views

    A SERMON FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT 2009. We accompany Jesus into the wilderness and an encounter with the Tempter

    Mark 1:9-15 (Genesis 9:8-17) Journeying with Jesus through Lent #1: ‘Into the Wilderness’ Sermon Series: Lent 2009 Both our stories from the Bible have common themes for us today, as last Wednesday (Ash Wednesday) we began our Lenten preparations, and as the global economic crisis seems to cast ...read more

  • Precious In The Sight Of God

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,373 views

    A short lesson on the importance of a Christian woman to have the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in the sight of God.

    Today, I want us to consider something “precious in the sight of God.” God created the Universe. All things belong to Him. He sees all things before Him. Interesting to me is that as God sees all things, the Bible reveals that there is something that is “precious in the sight of God.” The meaning ...read more

  • Clinging To The Word - 2 Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 2, 2014
     | 4,187 views

    Message about the importance of the Word of God.

    Title: Clinging to the Word Theme: Text: 2 Samuel 23:10, 2 Samuel 23:10 He arose, and smote the Philistines until his hand was weary, and his hand clave unto the sword: and the LORD wrought a great victory that day; and the people returned after him only to spoil. And take the helmet of ...read more

  • 300 Trumpets !

    Contributed by Bala Samson on May 25, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,941 views

    Have you tried blowing the trumpet – I mean blowing the ‘trumpet of prayer’ when your life is in shambles? When Gideon and the 300 men blew their trumpets, God started moving on their behalf.

    Blow your trumpets! Judges 7:22”When they blew the 300 trumpets, the LORD set every man’s sword against his comrade and against all the army…..” Have you tried blowing the trumpet – I mean blowing the ‘trumpet of prayer’ when your life is in shambles? ...read more

  • Joseph The Holy Man Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 9, 2013
     | 5,279 views

    Not much is said about Joseph the husband of Mary in the Holy Bible. But the simplicity of his story in Matthew 1 can lead to some conclusions indicating that he was a man who loved God and had amazing character traits! PTL!!

    How do you react when something totally unexpected and earth shattering happens in your life? We can learn a lot from how Joseph responded to Mary’s unexpected pregnancy. Matthew 1:18-25 “This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married ...read more

  • Could Peter Evangelize The Family Of Malchus

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,707 views

    Could Peter Evangelize the Family of Malchus

    Could Peter Evangelize the Family of Malchus John 18:10 (KJV) 10 Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus. You pull up to a traffic light and there is a young man with tattoos all over, pink hair, ...read more

  • The Most Mysterious Word Series

    Contributed by Jim Kilson on Nov 6, 2014
     | 5,242 views

    Part 6 of 8 in a series covering words in the Bible that are all too often overlooked or ignored.

    INTRODUCTION: When I was a kid one of my favorite shows was “Unsolved Mysteries,” cue the creepy, mysterious music! It was always my hope that one day I would be able to “solve,” a mystery. Then came my big chance, one of the episodes featured a case that was set in my home ...read more

  • Fathers Be Strong And Courageous Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 30, 2013
     | 9,606 views

    Strength and Courage are two things that will help us to live an abundant life a life where the battle no longer is ours but God's. It will then be won.

    Rocking Rod Stewart sings a song to his son, in that song forever young he sings of his hopes and dreams for his boy, “ May the good Lord be with you Down every road you roam And may sunshine and happiness Surround you when you're far from home And may you grow to be proud Dignified and ...read more

  • God Implores Us And Enables Us To Forgive – Or We Die.

    Contributed by David Leach on Jan 13, 2014
     | 2,321 views

    Mat 6:14-15 For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

    God implores us and enables us to forgive – or we die Mat 6:9-13 The Lord’s Prayer:- notice the one truth re-emphasized right afterwards: In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in ...read more

  • Facing Your Giant

    Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 8, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,491 views

    Based on the story of David and Goliath this message focuses on step we can take to overcome fear.

    “Facing Your Giant” 1 Samuel 17 Doctors have now defined at least 322 different phobias. Here are the top nine: 9. speaking in public. 8. crowds 7. tunnels & bridges. 6. closed spaces 5. storms 4. social situations 3. water 2. heights ...read more

  • Frogs

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 2, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,436 views

    Pharoah delayed in getting rid of the plague of frogs; we procrastinate in getting rid of sin.

    Exodus 8:1-11 – Frogs You remember George Burns, TV star of the 50’s and 60’s, one half of the comedy duo Burns and Allen, with his wife Gracie Allen. I heard a story about Mr. Burns. His friends always kidded him about his singing. Burns, a master of self-deprecating humor, ...read more

  • Espn

    Contributed by Ken Crow on Nov 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,550 views

    NEVER REHEARSE LOOSING IN YOUR MIND . ONLY PRACTICE WINNING.

    ESPN Pastor Ken Crow Romans 8:28-39 (King James Version) 28And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. 29For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, ...read more

  • The Trinity Is To Be Worshipped

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on May 31, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,807 views

    Trinity Sunday

    Concordia Lutheran Church Trinity Sunday, May 30, 2010 The Trinity Is To Be Worshiped! John 8:48-53 † IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER, SON AND HOLY SPIRIT † As the day of Christ approaches, my you be blessed through His word, and may you treasure its content, as it tells you of the grace, the love ...read more