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  • Vic Folkert avatar

    Making Church More Interesting

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 29, 2007
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     | 4,653 views

    What if Jesus showed up where we live?

    Making Church More Interesting Mark 1:21-28 (LA Times Article: "Religion abounds at YMCA) Many people today are not dinging church interesting or relevant. That’s strange, because when Jesus lived on earth, the most common reaction was amazement. Sometimes people were upset or angry, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    #2. Faith; Take A Deep Breath And Obey Anyway Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 5, 2007
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     | 4,800 views

    Follow-Jesus-at-any-cost kind of questions

    Once while Jesus was standing beside the lake of Gennesaret, and the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, 2he saw two boats there at the shore of the lake; the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. 3He got into one of the boats, the one belonging to Simon, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Don't Panic

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 18, 2006
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    The disciples panicked, and of course sometimes we do too. However, Jesus may rebuke us! Whatever the situation, he will be in the boat with us, he will be with us, and he will bring peace into the storms of life we face.

    Matthew 8: 23-27 As I was reading this Bible passage through yesterday morning I had a ‘flash-back’ to my child-hood. As I imagined the storm on the lake and the disciples saying, “Lord, save us! We’re going to drown”; some famous words (for a UK audience!) went through my mind: “Don’t panic Mr. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Last One In Is A Rotten Egg! Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 6,992 views

    Part 10 of 10 of the series, Supernatural Transformation. Jesus finished strong. He wants us to not only finish the race but finish strong. And it is possible - even when you think it’s already "finished" that you are the rotten egg - IT’S NOT OVER YET! 

    "LAST ONE IN IS A ROTTEN EGG!" Hebrews 12:1; Ephesians 1:18-23 Read at beginning of service: Ephesians 1:18-23 (NIV) 18 I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Trials May Come Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 9, 2007
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    When trials come, as trials do come into each life, how shall the godly person respond?

    JAMES 1:2-4 WHAT TRIALS MAY COME “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” One truth is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Wisdom Is Found Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,677 views

    Encouraging God’s people to seek wisdom in the storms of life.

    JAMES 1:5-8 WHERE WISDOM IS FOUND “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. For that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Intentional #8-Finding Fantastic Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 31, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,742 views

    Next in series on intentionality, this one focusing on the need for authentic fellowship.

    Be Intentional #8 – Finding Fantastic Fellowship Hebrews 10:24-25 March 9, 2003 Introduction How many here today would say that friendship is important? I think everybody does, even those who don’t seem to have any friends. Even Oscar the Grouch had friends – they were other grouches, but they ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    #8: A Whale Of An Experience Series

    Contributed by Archie Luper on Jul 7, 2007
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     | 4,540 views

    I heard the story of a lady that went to church one day and got into a discussion with a very cynical man. He spoke in kind of a mocking tone about the miracle stories in the Bible. She took all of it she could and finally began to defend the inspiration

    I. INTRODUCTION Today we’re going to study one of the most amazing revivals in history. The revival that took place at Ninevah under the preaching of the prophet Jonah. I heard the story of a lady that went to church one day and got into a discussion with a very cynical man. He spoke in kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Priorities For A New Year

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 7, 2008
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     | 34,603 views

    In this sermon I borrowed and built on the seven priorities from a sermon by SermonCentral contributor, Darrell Garrett called "How to Meet the New Year".

    Introduction: A. Happy New Year! This is the first Sunday of 2008! It is hard to believe we are almost through the first decade of the 21st Century! 1. For many people the first week in January is the most depressing week of the year. 2. The holidays are over, the family and friends have gone ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Blessings Of Following Christ #2 - We Get To Meet With God Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 20, 2008
     | 3,130 views

    Third message in this series, this one discussing the fellowship we get with God through Christ. Warning - Rev. 3:20 is discussed in the context of Christ’s fellowship with the Church, not as an evangelism verse (since it’s not...)

    Blessings of Following Christ #2 – We Get to Meet with God Revelation 3:20 October 28, 2007 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I’ve been a follower of Jesus for 25 years now. Lord knows I haven’t always ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Fierce Raged The Tempest O'er The Deep

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 16, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 5,029 views

    How do we react in the storms of life - like Jesus or like the disciples

    Luke 8:22-25 (revised version) 15-02-04 Briningham and Binham Our Gospel reading this morning is the story of Jesus stilling the storm on the Sea of Galilee as it is better known. Three things strike me from the passage: 1. Jesus’ attitude in the storm 2. The disciples’ attitude ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Keep The Fire Burning In Your Heart SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 2,031 views

    The fire on the altar of sacrifice had to be permanently lit, it should not weaken, much less go out, it had to be continuous and constant. Three times in these short verses God says: "Keep the fire burning. Never let it go out."

    One thing is clear from these verses: the fire on the altar had to be continuously burning, never weakening or extinguishing. It had to be constant and unwavering. Three times in these short verses, God says, "Keep the fire burning. Never let it go out." 1. The presence of God: Let's use the image ...read more

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    The Power Of Loving Jesus

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 25, 2001
    based on 254 ratings
     | 24,360 views

    Power for ministry and daily life flows from our love for Jesus

    The Power of Loving Jesus John 21:15-17 February 25, 2001 Morning Service Introduction A wealthy old man had just recently married a lovely young lady and was beginning to wonder whether she might have married him just for his money. He asked her, "If I lost all my money, would you still love me?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Where Are You

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 30, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 44,801 views

    This message is based on an article written by my good friend, Dr. Richard Sparling, and looks at several facets in the question God asked Adam and Eve; Where are you?

    WHERE ARE YOU? GENESIS 3:1-24 INTRODUCTION: • The Story of Genesis 2:15-17 • Chapter 3 • 1-6 – The Temptation And Fall o There is a play on words here. The words for crafty and naked are very similar o Biblically speaking, nakedness could be defined as being oblivious to evil • 7-8 – The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listening To Jesus' Call PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 911 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of discipleship, urging believers to actively share Christ's love and draw others towards the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

    Good morning, dear church family. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. What a joy it is to gather together in God's house, to lift our voices in praise and to open our hearts to His Word. We are here, not by accident, but by ...read more

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