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  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Seeking God Through Obedience Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 28, 2001
    based on 137 ratings
     | 13,583 views

    We come to know God by obeying Him.

    I’d like to begin by telling you a little story about something that happened to me this week. I took the minivan in for an oil change at the Chrysler dealer. I was sitting in the waiting room, which was empty except for me and one other man. I was a little bored, so I struck up a conversation. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Road To Zion

    Contributed by Tom Evans on Mar 28, 2001
    based on 150 ratings
     | 14,367 views

    Those traveling to heavenly Zion will pass through the valley of Baca (difficulties), yet their destination is assured.

    SCRIPTURE READING: ** (SLIDE 2)“HOW BLESSED IS THE MAN WHOSE STRENGTH IS IN THEE; IN WHOSE HEART ARE THE HIGHWAYS TO ZION! PASSING THROUGH THE VALLEY OF BACA, THEY MAKE IT A SPRING, THE EARLY RAIN ALSO COVERS IT WITH BLESSINGS. THEY GO FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH, EVERY ON OF THEM APPEARS BEFORE GOD ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Rick Johnson avatar

    A Stewardship Of Truth

    Contributed by Rick Johnson on Nov 22, 2000
    based on 104 ratings
     | 7,067 views

    We are to receive God's truth in view of obeying it and sharing it with others.

    Jesus used parables to make truth simple and understandable. The previous parable to this passage concerned an agricultural metaphor that taught a lesson centered around the sower, seed, and soil. The primary lesson in that parable was that there are different responses to God's truth. All ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Asa's 50-Word Prayer

    Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000
    based on 91 ratings
     | 15,862 views

    Asa's one verse prayer consisting of 50 words teaches us valuable lessons about proper prayer.

    “Asa’s 50-Word Prayer” 2 Chronicles 14:2-12 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text - 2 Chron. 14:2-12 B. When we are overwhelmed by circumstances, and there seems no way out, what should we do? C. In our text we learn about “Asa’s Prayer” during just such a time. D. Asa was the 3rd ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin White avatar

    Do You Recognize The Messiah?

    Contributed by Kevin White on Dec 4, 2000
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,765 views

    This is a sermon for communion that points to where our focus should be in all circumstances.

    Sermon 03 December 2000 Luke 24:13-35 Do You Recognize the Messiah? The story of Jesus appearing to the two disciples on the road to Emmaus is one of my favorites because it confuses me and it encourages me. It confuses me because Cleopas and his buddy were kept from recognizing Jesus. Why? In ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    That Mysterious Name

    Contributed by Michele Hudson on Dec 5, 2000
    based on 79 ratings
     | 5,758 views

    This is the name of God: I AM THAT I AM! And may those who know the name of God put their trust in him.

    ===================================================== Beloveds of God, flattened by a voice that spoke out of a strange fire, Moses heard his orders to deliver Israel from Egypt. But a question nagged Moses: Who was sending him? Now putting that question to the voice, Moses got the answer "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One Hit Wonders

    Contributed by Carlton Coon on Dec 27, 2000
    based on 127 ratings
     | 5,221 views

    Christian life calls for being in for the long-term . . . not being one-hit wonders.

    One Hit Wonders I. Illustration A. 1910 Fruit Gum Company- Simon Says B. Albert Hammond - It Never Rains in Southern California C. Albert, Morris - Feelings D. Archies, The- Sugar, Sugar E. Badfinger - Come and Get It F. Bishop, Elvin - Fooled Around G. Blue Swede - Hooked On A ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Heavenly Mindedness

    Contributed by Eddie Robinson on Jan 2, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,358 views

    You soul has already been saved, try to keep your mind focused on a heavenly mentality, and it is easier to handle life.

    Colossians Chapter 3:1-4 1 If ye then be risen in Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. 2 Set your affection on things above, not on things on earth. 3 For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. 4 When Christ, who is our life, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Follow Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 7, 2001
    based on 178 ratings
     | 11,429 views

    The key to being a successful Christian is following Jesus

    To Follow Jesus Selected Passages – Matthew 4:19a January 7, 2001 Introduction I. Follow the Leader Have you ever played the game “Follow the Leader?” The game consisted of one person who was the leader and the rest of the players were followers. The leader did something and the rest of the group ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Friendship Of Jesus

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001
    based on 141 ratings
     | 8,589 views

    We can have no other friend like Jesus

    The Friendship of Christ John 15:9-17 October 24, 1999 Morning Service INTRODUCTION I. Life with Abigail A. Lots of supervision and clean up 1. Abigail seems to be able to get into anything and everything 2. Abigail seems to want to know everything 3. Abigail does sometimes make large messes – On ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Mission Possible

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,134 views

    The Great Commission is to be a guiding force in the life of the church

    Mission Possible Matthew 28.16-20 July 27, 1997 Morning Service Introduction I. Mission Impossible: Ethan Hunt, breaks into special room at CIA, detects sound, motion, heat, ect , impossible task that can not be done, mission is given before the work can begin II. Impossible Tasks: mowing my ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • David DeWitt avatar

    The Purpose Of The Church (Part 2)

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 11, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 2,319 views

    The church must become ALIVE

    The Purpose of the Church (Part 2) Matthew 28:16-20 The Church must be ALIVE A – Active 1. The progression of Christ’s Kingdom a.) We are called to share the gospel b.) Ministry starts with caring about people c.) Quote: People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care 2. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Cost Of Following Jesus

    Contributed by Howard Harden on Jan 13, 2001
    based on 214 ratings
     | 30,652 views

    Luke shared three encounters from Jesus’ life to teach us the cost of following Jesus.

    The Cost of Following Jesus Luke 9:57-62 I recently was moved by an encounter I had with a little girl. We were in line at the small town store where I live. She was small and dirty. Her clothes were unwashed, her feet barefoot. Dirt was upon her face, but she did not notice. She ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bo Sullivan avatar

    1 John Chapter 3

    Contributed by Bo Sullivan on Jan 18, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 14,594 views

    Verse by verse discourse on 1 John chapter 3.

    1 John 3 NKJV by Bo Sullivan 1 John 3:1 Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God! We hardly understand the "manner of love" of our heavenly Father. We, as fathers and mothers, invest our time, money and resources raising our children. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Marquardt avatar

    Let Us Mature Series

    Contributed by Dennis Marquardt on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 218 ratings
     | 20,945 views

    #2 in "Let Us" Series

    #2 "LET US MATURE" TEXT: Heb. 5:7-6:3 INTRO: There has been a dramatic shift in our society over the past generation. We have gone from a sense of duty and responsibility to a demand for services and entertainment. The society around us has put great emphasis on "how do you feel?" as ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God