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  • Eric Snyder avatar

    Practical Principals For A Prosperous Perspective

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,140 views

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    Practical princpals for a prosperous perspective, Luke 5:1-11 Eric A. Snyder, Minister; Farwell Church of Christ November 25, 2001 A man was watching the news one night when it was reported that a car was going the wrong direction on the freeway. The man knew his wife was on that freeway and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Invisible Thread

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on May 21, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,928 views

    A sermon about the power of the Holy Spirit to unite Christians in the Church.

    Pentecost Day 2013 May 19, 2013 St. Andrew’s Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Acts 2:1-11 “An Invisible Thread” They lived just two blocks from each other, but they couldn’t be more different. He was 11 years old, with an abusive father, a drug-addicted mother, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    What Is In Your Hand? (Part 5) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 12, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,176 views

    Do we let earthly value supersede godly worth? Even if it is something negative in us which can come out as a glory to God. Are we willing to lose all that God has placed in our lives for His glory? What do we do with what has been placed in our hands?

    Opening illustration: A young girl of about 5-6 years old taught me how to worship God. The down side of her was that she had ‘downs syndrome’ which eventually became her strength. Who could ever think that she would become a model who would even teach the mature in Christ to worship ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being A Biblical Church (Part Five)

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 20, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,233 views

    This is the 5th and final sermon in a short, end of the year series, we've been doing on being a Biblical Church. In this sermon we discuss the need for growth, and how a healthy church is a growing church. We look at some misconceptions and what Scripture says about how a church grows

    Biblical Church 2019 (Growing) Text: Acts 2:39-47 Today we’re finishing the series we started a few weeks back on being a Biblical Church. And I challenged you all to stick with me during this study (and I hope you have) because I wanted you to see how it all ties together, and how each element ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    He Must Increase PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 7, 2024
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    Explores John the Baptist's humility and joy in serving Christ, challenging us to emulate his dedication and selflessness in our own discipleship.

    Good morning, dear church family. It is always a joy to gather together in this sacred space, a sanctuary where we can leave behind the clamor of the world and focus our hearts and minds on the One who is our refuge and strength. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a profound ...read more

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    An Effective Church

    Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 25, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,900 views

    God tells the church to be as effective as it can be.

    The Church: What Is Absolutely Essential? PT 1 Acts 2:42-47 It’s pop quiz! Clear your desk, take out a pen or pencil, and circle the answer or answers that correctly complete the sentence below. Top Priorities of a church should be: o To gather together a large # of weekly attendees or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    One Of The Post Resurrection Appearances Of Jesus

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 29, 2006
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    Luke only offers us two post Resurrection appearances of Jesus - this is one of them - Why?

    Story: Malcolm Muggeridge was a Marxist before he found Christ. During the Cold War he travelled to Russia to write a story about the Communist party and the decline of religion in that atheistic regime. After conducing a series of interviews with officials in the Kremlin, he attended a Russian ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Winning The Race

    Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,868 views

    All of us want to be "winning Christians" and fulfill the purposes God has for us. What are the essentials for winning the race and one day receiving the reward that is promised?

    WINNING THE RACE Philippians – Be Joyful! Paul’s heart for the Philippians. 1. I have you in my mind (1:3-6) 2. I have you in my heart (1:7-8) 3. I have you in my prayers (1:9-11) Philippians 3:12-16 – Christian Growth/Spiritual Maturity (not salvation---santification) In Chapter 3, Paul is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    3 Kinds Of Tongues Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,131 views

    Showing the kinds of toungues in the Bible.

    Title: Three kinds of Tongues Theme: To show the three kinds of tongues in the Bible and show the importance of each. Text: 1 Cor 14:1-2 Follow after charity, and desire spiritual gifts, but rather that ye may prophesy. For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Power House

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 3, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,780 views

    This lesson is inspired by Jim Cymbala's "My House Shall Be Called a House of Prayer." Just as the Temple was a place of prayer, the new temple, the church, should be as well.

    1. Personal Devotion A man walked up to a vending machine, put in a coin, pressed the buttons labeled, "coffee, double cream, sugar." No cup appeared, but the nozzles went into action sending forth coffee, cream and sugar. After the proper amounts had gone down the drain, the machine turned off. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Commitment Service Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 25, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,358 views

    Commitment, Baptism, Priorities, Unity

    Commitment Service Acts 2:36-47 (p. 759) May 29, 2016 (Read verses 36-41 to begin) Introduction: In Acts Chapter 2 Peter has just presented Jesus as God’s promised Messiah. He and the other Apostles are under the power of the promised gift of the Holy Spirit and His power ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,247 views

    This sermon explores the power of prayer, encouraging fervency in faith, fortitude in prayer, and fulfillment through belief in God's willingness to answer prayer.

    Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy to gather together in the presence of our Lord, to share in the fellowship of the saints, and to find solace in the divine Word that is our anchor and our guide. Today, we are here to engage with God's Word, to find nourishment for our souls, and to learn ...read more

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    Keep The Fire Of Revival Burning

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025
     | 266 views

    Message for the Pastoral/Leadership Conference 2025.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: A pastor asked his wife, “Should I put more fire in my sermon?” She said, “No! You should put your sermon in the fire.” Are we living out the fire of revival? INTRODUCTION: As we gather together for this pastoral/leadership banquet, we are reminded of the high and sacred ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Single But Not Alone PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,229 views

    This sermon aims to explore and appreciate the blessings and opportunities of singleness as a unique gift from God, emphasizing that being single does not equate to being alone, as we are part of God's vast family.

    Good morning, family. Today's focus is a little bit different but equally important. We have all heard numerous sermons on the joys of marriage, the importance of family, but today we are going to ponder upon the blessings of singleness. We are going to explore the call to dedicated service, even ...read more

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    What Does A New Testament Church Look Like

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 9, 2011
     | 5,118 views

    Here are 16 essential characteristics of a healthy and biblically sound church.

    WHAT DOES A NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH LOOK LIKE? By Owen Carey and Eric Hanson Within Christian circles, many people have some idea of what a New Testament Church is. There is a widespread problem, however, of incomplete understanding of this. We tend to not see the whole picture that is laid out for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational