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  • Gerald Van Horn avatar

    The Faith Of Gideon Series

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on May 25, 2009
    based on 21 ratings
     | 13,266 views

    Gideon was just an ordinary man like you and I but God saw something in him

    The Faith of Gideon by Gerald Van Horn Hebrews 11:32 Gideon was in his day an ordinary man. He was a hard worker. He was dedicated. He was the 5th judge of Israel. God often uses ordinary people. People just like you and me. We find Israel in a desperate situation. The Midianites and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Messiah Of Influence Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,297 views

    As Jesus disciples, we are to influencers not the influenced.

    A Messiah of Influence Text: Matt. 5:13-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: Historian Philip Schaff, described the overwhelming influence which Jesus had on subsequent history and culture of the world: “This Jesus of Nazareth, without money and arms, conquered more millions than Alexander, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Road To Less Worries......god's Way

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on May 25, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,589 views

    Worry is a part of most people’s lives. Jesus highlights that most of our worries are not help. This sermon explores how we are to respond to worries and how God helps us deal with worries

    This morning as I was listening to Macca on ABC radio a gentleman rang up and said, I am currently staying at a caravan park full of those Winnebagos, many worth more than a house But just about everyone is ruining their holiday because they are all worrying about the cost of fuel. Worry, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    May Rupture Under Pressure Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 10, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,668 views

    John’s followers were fasting. The Pharisees were fasting. So why weren’t Jesus’ disciples fasting. This message examines the inability of a rigid religious system to adapt to change brought about by the fullness of Jesus Christ.

    May Rupture Under Pressure Mark 2:18-22 Mark 2:18 (HCSB) Now John’s disciples and the Pharisees were fasting. People came and asked Him, “Why do John’s disciples and the Pharisees’ disciple fast, but Your disciples do not fast?” The Question of Fasting * John’s disciples * Fasted to show ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Jesus Said About God's Sovereignty Series

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Feb 4, 2009
     | 3,696 views

    Who is in control of your life really? This message encouraged us to ask that question daily.

    “Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Sovereignty” Michael Wiley February 01, 2009 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Introduction: Several men of The Vine went out bowling last night up in McHenry. It didn’t take us long to find out who the experienced bowlers were and who the not-so-experienced ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    Faith Lessons From Rahab

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 5, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,446 views

    God uses the most unlikely heroes to teach us faith, but are we learning?

    Faith Lessons from Rahab Griffith Baptist Church – 2/8/09 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:31 (Joshua 2:1-20) Key verse: Hebrews 11:31 - By faith the harlot Rahab perished not with them that believed not, when she had received the spies with peace. Premise: God uses the most unlikely heroes to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Jesus Said About God's Will Series

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Feb 11, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,227 views

    From Genesis 1:1 to the end of Revelation, the Bible shows us God’s love for us and that He wants none to perish

    “Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Will” Michael Wiley February 08, 2009 John 6:37-40 Introduction: This Is Good The story is told of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever occurred in his life ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Show Us The Father

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 16, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 21,819 views

    The disciples asked questions of doubt, but they would 'get it' later

    “If you had known Me, you would have known My Father also; from now on you know Him, and have seen Him.” 8 Philip said to Him, “Lord, show us the Father, and it is enough for us.” 9 Jesus said to him, “Have I been so long with you, and yet you have not come to know Me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    What A Big Catch Of Fish!

    Contributed by Diana Ball on Jan 4, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,550 views

    Jesus was still teaching the disciples lessons - even after the tomb. Here, he teaches a lesson using a miraculous catch of fish.

    VERSES 1-3 Jesus was still trying to teach the disciples a lesson, even after His death. Jesus was going to leave the disciples in charge of His work and His mission here on this earth. After the events of Christ’s death, some believe that Peter returned to fishing because he felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Mentoring

    Contributed by Peter Mcinnes on Jun 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,333 views

    Mentoring-a Biblical example

    Mentoring – A way to Discipleship… When we look at the word of God, we see in numerous times where a man of God linked with another to learn from them and be a partner in what they are doing. Examples are: Elijah & Elisha, David & Jonathan. Naomi & Ruth and ultimately learning from the life of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Rev. #57-17:1-3 Religious Babylon Series

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 22, 2010
     | 3,477 views

    Last time we talked about the origin of Babylon and saw from the Bible that it’s roots are from Gen. 10:10 to do with a man named Nimrod. 10And the beginning of his kingdom was Bab-el,-later called Babylon. REVELATION 17 is telling us about the reli

    Rev. #57-17:1-3 RELIGIOUS BABYLON 6-5-10 Last time we talked about the origin of Babylon and saw from the Bible that it’s roots are from Gen. 10:10 to do with a man named Nimrod. 10And the beginning of his kingdom was Bab-el,-later called Babylon. REVELATION 17 is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Harvey avatar

    His Kingdom, His Will Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,409 views

    When we pray, we seek God's kingdom and God's will to be done.

    “His Kingdom, His Will” Matthew 6:10 March 29, 2009 I am indebted today for several thoughts to Timothy Peck, a California pastor; his excellent insights were a help in today’s message. As we said last week, I begin my praying, not with a focus on myself ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Road Less Travelled

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Oct 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,865 views

    This sermon compares the narrow road that leads to life with the broad way that leads to destruction.

    Title: The Road Less Traveled Text: Matthew 7:14-15 Date: September 6, 2009 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church Children’s Sermon: Good morning boys and girls. Show a Tom Tom GPS and ask them if they know what it is? That’s right it’s a GPS and if you aren’t sure how to get somewhere ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chad Garrison avatar

    Be A Teacher! Series

    Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,797 views

    God calls each of us to the Adventure of Life He has set before us. Everyone has his or her own path, but we all have the same call. Today we examine the call to make disciples.

    Choose Your Own Adventure: “Be a Teacher!” Today we continue with the Callings God has placed on everyone, and the Choice we have to pursue them. Today we examine one of the most important choices we will ever make, that of “Being a Teacher”. Translated to the believer, ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Choose Wisely

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,322 views

    The Tower of Pisa has stood for over 800 years, but it leans 18 feet away from where it should be. One day, experts say, it will fall. All because it wasn’t built on the right foundation.

    Choose Wisely 07/10/05 AM Text: Matthew 7:24-27 Reading: Matthew 7:13-29 INTRODUCTION This weekend past saw the celebration of Independence Day, a time we take to celebrate the birth of our nation and the freedoms we enjoy in our republic. As it happens I am currently in a philosophy class and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ