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    Biblical Submission Series

    Contributed by Gary Wagoner on Aug 29, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 11,393 views

    Describes Biblical Submission and what it is.

    Ephesians 5:21 Biblical Submission Aug 03 Thesis: Biblical submission. Introduction: When we hear verses like 5:21 and 22, which deal with subjection to one another in the church and in the home, it often brings up negatives thoughts and feelings. It is a part of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Goodies In Cracked Pots

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 3, 2003
    based on 151 ratings
     | 16,409 views

    We’re all earthen vessels – made from the dust of the earth – and some of us, are just cracked pots! But in them we carry an awesome treasure!

    God’s Goodies in Cracked Pots Introduction: • Our oldest daughter, Maria, told us a wonderful story recently about a friend of hers in Lander, Wyoming who had gone out with her husband to the city dump to dispose of some larger yard trash. • As they were ditching their junk their eye caught a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    No Foreigners In God's Sight

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 129 ratings
     | 21,057 views

    A sermon on racial tolerance and love for all humankind.

    Mark 7:24-37 "There are No Foreigners in God’s Sight" We humans are a strange breed. Why on earth do we feel as if we have to discriminate between others based on where the others were born, or where they live, or what color their skin is, or if they are rich or poor, a Southerner or a Yankee, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Ephphatha--Be Opened! Series

    Contributed by Frederick Davison on Sep 7, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 23,639 views

    Baptism--the deaf hear, the mute speak, God sighs and the dead become "living soul"

    “ ‘Ephphatha… Be Opened’ ” Isaiah 29.18-24; 2 Corinthians 3.4-11; St Mark 7.31-37; Psalm 146; TLH 26 the Sunday Sermon preached at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church—UAC 6843W 400N Kokomo, Indiana 46901 for the 12th Sunday after Trinity; August 18, 2002 by the Rev. Frederick E. Davison, Pastor + ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Basic Christianity 101

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Sep 7, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,028 views

    THE WAY WE JUDGE OTHERS MATTERS TO GOD!

    BASIC CHRISTIANITY 101: THE WAY WE JUDGE PSALM 133/ MATTHEW 7:1-6 LABOR DAY WEEKEND AUGUST 31, 2003 INTRODUCTION: THE CONSERVATIVE CHURCH AND THE LIBERAL UNIVERSITY:email I LUV YEW: I got your back You got mine, I’ll help you out Anytime. To see you hurt To see you cry, Makes me weep And wanna ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beatitudes - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dan Neary on Sep 7, 2003
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,144 views

    1st in a 12 week series on the Sermon on the Mount

    The Beatitudes (Part 1) When we start a new series, it has been our custom to start with some context, and background, explain some big idea that will serve as a unifying them for the series, and then finally zero-in on the particulars of a certain passage. I like that approach… and, quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Sacredness Of Submission

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 8, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 8,313 views

    Submission to God is the key to the Christian’s spiritual growth and maturity. Not only that, but without submission there can be no direction for the child of God. Submission is the pivotal point in any Christian’s life.

    The Sacredness Of Submission Text: Rom.12: 1-2 Intro: The philosophy of our world today seems to be summed up in the phrase made popular in the 60’s: “Do your own thing.” The basic idea of that philosophy was individualism; just be yourself; throw off the antiquated restrictions of the past ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus, Brother Who Stands Above All Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 7, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,947 views

    Hebrews 2:5-18 presents the greatest brother you’ll ever know. Is he yours? Jesus Christ, God become man, Savior become brother, He’s come to give you glory!

    The first book of the Old Testament tells us how God made man in his own image, and how man fell into sin and was separated from God. The first book of the New Testament tells us how God became man (Emanuel), took on man’s likeness and image, and how God paid for our sins by redeeming us into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Mystery Of Divine Chastening

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 8,096 views

    This is a message on Divine Chastening. Much of which I learned by experience in the furnace of affliction.

    The Mystery of Divine Chastening Jeremiah 18:1-6 Introduction This passage of Scripture is one of the most unique and powerful passages in the Bible. In it Jeremiah portrays God as a potter and man as a lump of clay. He paints us a picture of God in his sovereignty taking man and molding him into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called, Chosen And Faithful

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 24, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 22,819 views

    Those who fight and gain the victory with Christ, the Lamb, are described as "the called, the chosen and faithful". This is a study of the significance of these descriptive titles given to the followers of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    In this passage, we have three titles given as a description of those who, with Christ Jesus, battle with and gain the victory over the Harlot (the Apostate Church; that is, the Roman Catholic Church) and her political allies. In a broader context, these three titles are an accurate description ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Plan To Please Him

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 3, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,312 views

    One of our New Year’s resolutions out to be to please the Lord, and this message gives us some practical ways to do that.

    Plan To Please Him Text: I John 3: 22 Intro: At this time every year, we hear a lot about New Year’s resolutions. Generally, the resolutions people make have to do with things about themselves they would like to change. They cover the spectrum of human life, from losing weight to simply ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Near The Cross

    Contributed by Martin Scarce on Jan 8, 2003
    based on 1,285 ratings
     | 164,640 views

    What was it like to stand near the cross of Jesus? We examine four people who stood near the cross and try to understand what it would have meant for them.

    “Near The Cross” Introduction: John 19:23-30 When Jesus was crucified I wonder how near the cross we would have stood? We sing that grand old hymn – “Jesus, keep me near the cross…there a precious fountain”, but how near the cross would we have been if we were there to witness Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gambling – What Does One Really Stand To Lose

    Contributed by Don Mcclain on Jan 22, 2003
    based on 124 ratings
     | 6,251 views

    Legalized gambling is harmful public policy that should be vigorously opposed at all levels.

    INTRODUCTION A. GAMBLING DEFINED Merriam-Webster, - to play a game for money or property American Heritage® Dictionary - To bet on an uncertain outcome, as of a contest. - To play a game of chance for stakes. - To take a risk in the hope of gaining an advantage or a benefit. World Book ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Is It Important To See God As A Missionary God?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 21, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,492 views

    Understand the grounds upon which missions rest otherwise we will tend to give in to the hostile, apathetic or incorrect views that people have about the great commission. Many people think that the Christian missionary enterprise is politically disruptiv

    Why is it Important to See God is a Missionary God? – (Gen. 12:1-20) Quote: God only had one Son and He sent Him to earth as a missionary. W. T. Watson Quote: For from Him and through Him and to Him are all things. To Him be the glory both now and to day of eternity. (Rom. 11:35,36) 1. God is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Silent Testimony

    Contributed by Charles Banks on May 22, 2003
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,803 views

    Examines the awesome power that is portrayed through a testimony that is so anointed it does not need to be spoken to minister to others but merely seen!

    “A Silent Testimony!!!” I Samuel 17:50-57 Ordain (Merriam-Webster’s) Etymology: Middle English ordeinen, from Old French ordener, from Late Latin ordinare, from Latin, to put in order, appoint, from ordin-, ordo order Date: 14th century transitive senses 1 : to invest officially (as by the laying ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church