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  • Scott Weber avatar

    Narnia: A World Without Jesus Would Be A Darker World Series

    Contributed by Scott Weber on Dec 16, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,101 views

    The is the second of a series that coincided with the release of the film "Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe." It explores the question, "What If Jesus Had Never Been Born." I used the book by the same title written by D. James Kennedy and J

    What If It Was Always Winter And Never Christmas? (What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?) Part #2 – December 18 – “A world without Jesus would be a darker world” I read about how Japan celebrates Christmas, which has become a major event over there. They put up decorations, exchange presents, send ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing Up To Legalism Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 30, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,105 views

    # 15 in series. “One of the most serious problems facing the orthodox Christian church today is the problem of legalism."

    A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 15 “Facing Up To Legalism” (John 5:9-13,15, Gal 1:6-10, 2:1-5, 11-14) The subject that I want to talk to you about this morning is legalism. You know it’s kind of odd but, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Listen To God Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 15, 2008
    based on 47 ratings
     | 26,529 views

    Chapter 51 is an exhortation, a call to the faithful remnant to listen to God. It is a message of hope, of joy, of salvation to the righteous, to those who seek the Lord. Even in difficult times, listening to God & remembering our history with Him renews

    ISAIAH 51: 1-8 LISTEN TO GOD! [2 Peter 3:3-13] Chapter 51 of Isaiah follows on the heels of what is known as “the third Servant Sermon.” In chapter 50, we heard the Servant speak of the suffering, pain, humiliation, and death He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Frequency

    Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 16, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,656 views

    Fathers Day message. What channel are you on? Are you on the same frequency as the rest of your family?

    Sometimes, Fathers can do some stupid things and sometimes aren’t always on the same "frequency" of the rest in the family... ------------MEDIA CLIP OPENER OPTION---------------- SHOW MR. BEAN "Mind The Baby Mr. Bean" (2 min 35 sec) START: "Dirty Diaper" 14:00 END: 16:35 - After the man throws the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Luke avatar

    The Foundation Of Forgiveness: Where Forgiveness Begins Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on May 16, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 24,819 views

    Forgiveness is a command for Christians. God will not forgive us if we cannot or do not forgive others.

    (based on a series by Darryl Dash) SERIES: “DISCOVER FORGIVENESS: Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness” TEXT: MATTHEW 18:21-35 TITLE: “THE FOUNDATION OF FORGIVENESS: Where Forgiveness Begins” OPEN: A. Old Joe was dying. For years he’d been at odds with Bill, formerly one of his best ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    What Would Jesus Say To Oprah

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 18, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,929 views

    She is one of the most influential people in the world today, but how is she influencing people?

    She is the quintessential rags to riches story. She started life without any of the breaks that you normally associate with those who will go on to dominate their field and she has made it all the way to the top. Probably one of the most powerful and influential women in the world she is Hillary ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Super Bowl Zero

    Contributed by James May on Feb 4, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 31,217 views

    This message was preached on Super Bowl Sunday and emphasizes the fact that there is a much greater contest going on in the realm of the Spirit.

    Super Bowl Zero By Pastor Jim This evening there are over 70,000 fanatics sitting in the seats of the arena where a contest is underway to determine the annual Super Bowl Champion. As of this morning, the only tickets that could be found were in the end zone and most were in the upper level ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Who Cares...when I'm Struggling With Lust And Pornogrphy? Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Aug 22, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 8,557 views

    Tenth in a series exploring life crisis, based on the promotional materials provided by Outreach in their "Who Cares" campaign. This message explores the life challenge of lust and pornography.

    (Extensive inspiration for the sermons in this series derived from the sermon samples in the "Who Cares" promotional series by Outreach Ministries.) Children’s Church Dismissal & Disclaimer (for this message we expanded our children’s church through 5th grade. It is a very blunt, and frank sermon ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    What Can God Do With Your Fish?

    Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,533 views

    Being available to God - The Loaves & Fish

    What can God do with your fish? – Luke 9:10-17 Gladstone Baptist Church – 4/12/05 pm I’ve got a question for you tonight? Who likes Anchovies? Those little fish that people put on pizzas. You either love them or hate them. Okay, who like sardines? When I was a kid, a typical Sunday lunch ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joshua Hetrick avatar

    The Revelation Of God In These Last Days Series

    Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Mar 12, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,613 views

    A texual study of Hebrews 1

    The Revelation of God in These Last Days Hebrews Chapter One Introduction: 1. Does it not make perfect since, that if God took time to created this wonderful world in which we live, and took special care in creating us, his greatest creation, that he would want to communicate with his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Goble avatar

    Why Study The Ministry Of Jesus Christ_part 3 Series

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Mar 12, 2008
     | 4,057 views

    The third of four reasons Luke suggests to study the ministry of Jesus Christ - to gain a perfect understanding of His life, death, and resurrection.

    TITLE: WHY STUDY THE MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST SERIES: THE INCOMPARABLE MINISTRY OF JESUS THE MESSIAH TEXT: JOHN 21:24-25; LUKE 1:1-4 Introduction: As we continue studying the reasons for examining the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, we discover Luke’s desire for us to have a perfect ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Terry Blankenship avatar

    A Good Shepherd's Credentials Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 13, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,663 views

    In the 23rd Psalm we see the Shepherd’s CHARACTER, the Shepherd’s COMPASSION, and the Shepherd’s COMFORT.

    In this Psalm trilogy, Psalms 22-24 present a wonderful view of our Savior. In the twenty-second Psalm, we witness the redeeming work of our Suffering Servant. In this Psalm, we experience the love and care of a Good Shepherd. In the twenty-fourth Psalm, we will rejoice in the finished work of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Flowers avatar

    On Being Perfect Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 16, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,280 views

    Part 5 in 5-week series Getting Free, this message asks and answers the question, "What did Jesus mean when he said we are to "be perfect?"

    GETTING FREE Sermon Five: On Being Perfect Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers March 16, 2008 Matthew 5:48 (NIV) 48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. As we close out our series on making a full commitment of our lives to God – a series I’ve titled Getting Free – ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Jordon LeBlanc avatar

    Basic Training: Becoming A Spiritual Warrior Series

    Contributed by Jordon Leblanc on Aug 8, 2008
    based on 20 ratings
     | 18,241 views

    So often we are fooled into trying to stay on the sidelines of the spiritual battle raging around us. This is a call to suit up and become a spiritual warrior.

    I serve a great king. Isn’t that the truth this morning? The video we just watched actually kind of gives me chills at the end because it’s an amazing declaration of the victory we have in Christ Jesus. If you have your Bibles with you this morning, would you turn with me to the book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Mike Cleveland avatar

    Believing Means Coming To Jesus Series

    Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Aug 10, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,914 views

    True believing is not merely assenting to a few facts about Christ, it is feeding on Him and coming to Him.

    Father in heaven, draw us to you. Please draw us to you just now so that we might worship you with all of our hearts. We’re done with mere knowledge and information, we long for Your Presence and Your Power. Lord we are drawing near to You just now, please draw near to us through Your Word and Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible