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  • Billy Noel avatar

    How Evangelism Should Work Series

    Contributed by Billy Noel on Jan 11, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,561 views

    many times the mistake we make is to present the gospel so that it turns people away, Philip presented the truth simply and trusted Jesus with the result.

    How Evangelism Works John 1:43-49 US Census Bureau 2000 There are about 5000 households in this zip code alone with about 2000 families with children, do the math and there at least 7-12000 people who could be reached in this zip code Now multiply that by the number of zip codes represented in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Who Leads The Church? (Christ Leads The Church)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,927 views

    Sometimes, we get too tied up with thinking that the Pastor is our leader and our guide. The truth is, Christ is the true leader of the church!

    1 Corinthians 1:10-18 (p 1772) I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought. My brothers and sisters, some from Chloe’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Sort Of Home Will Heaven Be? John 14:1-6 Series

    Contributed by James Bohrer on Dec 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,914 views

    Heaven is a real and tangible place. Most people have the idea that we float around in heaven with harps. Nothing could be further from the truth.

    NAS John 14:1 "Let not your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 "In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. 3 "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can We Be Alienated From God? Series

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,573 views

    Paul was fighting against false teachers, the same as we do today about the Truth of Jesus Christ and what He has accomplished on the Cross.

    Can we be Alienated from God? Pastor Glenn Newton February 7th, 2010 Text: Colossians 1:21-29 (NIV) COL 1:21 Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. 22 But now he has reconciled you by Christ's physical body through death to present you holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    A Portrait Of Jesus

    Contributed by David Rogers on Jul 20, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,372 views

    This is a sermon on how we as christians are to reflect or protray Jesus in our lives. The truth is we may be the only picture of Jesus that someone may see.

    The Portrait of a Christian 1Peter 1:13-23 Prayer Everyone who are Christians looking at this picture of Jesus will have a similar picture form in their minds. We see a Jesus who loved, had compassion, brought mercy and grace. We see a Jesus who loved us so much that He willingly went to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is God Prejudiced?

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 20, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,269 views

    When we speak of God, we speak of Pure Spirit and not flesh. The definitions of prejudice is only accountable to man and His disbelief in truth and righteousness.

    Is God Prejudiced? The first thing I would like to do is give mans meaning of prejudiced. 1. Opinion formed beforehand: a performed opinion, usually an unfavorable one, based on ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Does Jesus Think Of People Whose Storms Have Made Them Desperate?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 27, 2005
    based on 94 ratings
     | 5,581 views

    This story of two desperate people brings out truths about what Jesus can do in this midst of our darkest storm and greatest desperation.

    Is There Anything Good About Feeling Desperate? 1. Feeling desperate is sometimes what it takes to drive you to Jesus. - vv. 22-23, 25-26. - Both Jairus and the woman are driven to Jesus because of a desperate need in their lives. 2. Feeling desperate makes it easier to bow down. - vv. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Between Saint And Sinner. Pt 1.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,171 views

    Preaching the Gospel is sometimes the most controversial position on Earth. Preaching or Ministering the Gospel is two different things, 1. The Truth of Life and 2. Information.

    Between Saint and Sinner. pt 1. Preaching the Gospel is sometimes the most controversial position on Earth. Preaching or Ministering the Gospel is two different things, 1. The Truth of Life ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Would I Lie To You? (Abraham On Honesty And Lying)

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 3, 2006
    based on 48 ratings
     | 9,416 views

    This passage uses Abraham’s deception as a chance to look at why we fudge the truth so often and what the consequences of our lies are.

    - Lies are a common part of our everyday lives. In fact, some of us believe that we can’t function in society without telling our share of “little white lies.” - Abraham here demonstrates aptly for us both the reasons we lie and the consequences of our untruths. WHY WE LIE: 1. We get stuck in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Weber avatar

    Da Vinci Code: A Faith Of Our Design Or God's? - Part One Of Series Series

    Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 14, 2006
    based on 40 ratings
     | 3,393 views

    This is the first part of six part series on "Decoding The Da Vinci Code" that deals with the errors of Dan Brown’s book and the truth of history and the Bible.

    Decoding The Da Vinci Code – pt. 1 “A Faith of Our Design Or God’s?” Picture of book Exerpt from “Breaking The Da Vinci Code” By Collin Hansen | posted 11/07/2003/CCN online “Perhaps you’ve heard of Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code. This fictional thriller has captured the coveted number one sales ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    2 Errors - Breaking The Da Vinci Code Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 11, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 2,548 views

    Part 2 of 3 -- The Da Vinci Code is impacting our world today. Know the truth to the errors that are found in Dan Brown’s book

    PowerPoint transitions (avaialbe upon request) + new slide, > dissolve in, X dissolve out Part 2 + Breaking the Da Vinci Code > Dan Brown 41 yr.(6/22/64) Wrote: Angels & Demons Deception Point Digital Fortress Modest 10,000 copies each > With The Da Vinci Code - Annual Income ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul At Mars Hill

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Oct 12, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,975 views

    An indepth look at how Paul, though weary and worn, was able to assess a situation and teach the truth in love and ultimately bear fruit. A lesson in tactfulness.

    Paul On Mars Hill Text: Acts 17: 16-34 I. Introduction: Background A. Second Missionary Journey (with Silas & Timothy) 1. Full of struggles 2. Full of success 3. Shows the character and focus of Paul’s life B. Stops prior to Athens 1. Phillipi a. Lydia and her household ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Witnessing The Difference

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 160 ratings
     | 11,717 views

    How was the early church able to grow so fast and steadily? They believed three key truths: Jesus is Risen, Jesus is Ruling, and Jesus is Returning!

    If this sermon is helpful to you look for my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: ww.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 Witnessing The Difference by Scott R. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Kevin Burden avatar

    First Things First Series

    Contributed by Kevin Burden on Oct 29, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,179 views

    Don’t pass over the Salutation in Romans 1. The first seven verses is one long sentence of 126 words, rich with spiritual truth.

    First Things First Romans 1:1-7 As we examine the first several verses of this epistle to the Romans we should be aware that Paul has now been a Christian for about 26 years. It is his 6th epistle. The Gospel is spoken of using three different expressions: “The Gospel of God” – v 1. “The Gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    God In A Manger Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 24, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 11,423 views

    Christmas is not primarily about Jesus’ infancy. Christmas is primarily about Jesus’ deity. This sermon observes several truths which affirm Jesus’ deity.

    Scripture The most common pattern for planning worship services in Christian churches throughout the centuries has been through the use of the Christian calendar. The Christian calendar, developed in antiquity, was the way in which churches worshiped up until the Reformation. After the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed