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  • Troy Mason avatar

    The Call Series

    Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,825 views

    First of 3 sermons on changing the world by letting God change you.

    How to Change the World I “The Call” Matthew 4:18-22 Introduction: This begins a 3 sermon series on “How to Change the World.” We will explore how you can change world for the next 3 weeks. This was not the first time Jesus met these men. They had been followers of John the Baptist and had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Cross Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 28, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,971 views

    an exposition on Matt ch 26

    THE CROSS Matthew 26 v. 1 - 16 1. The Revelation of the Cross v. 1 & 2 "the Son of man is betrayed to be crucified" (a) The nearness of His death v. 2 "after two days" (b) The nature of His death v. 2 "betrayed to be crucified" (c) The necessity of His death v. 2 "the passover" - explains :- (1) ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Discerning Good And Evil

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 13, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 4,805 views

    Seven questions that new Christians can ask themselves in helping to discern good and evil.

    As Christians, we are zealous to serve the Lord that paid for our Salvation with His very life. We want to please Him in all that we do. However, if we are new in the Faith, we realize that our knowledge of the Christian walk is lacking. In our day-to-day life, determining what is right and what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Reconciliation To God

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 8, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 6,543 views

    Christ is the one who reconciles man to God

    Reconciliation to God Ephesians 2:11-22 Purpose Statement: To encourage believer to understand that Christ is the one who reconciles us Christ isn’t partial to social status, race, nationality or culture. I. The former condition of the Gentiles (2:11,12) 1.) They had been treated with contempt ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Breaking Bread: A Spiritual Tune Up

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on May 7, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,952 views

    A Communion Meditation Breaking Bread Tunes the Mind, Attitudes, & the Heart

    A tune up is done to your car to replace and maintain parts that wear out through usage. Tune ups will insure that your car will continue to run smoothly, continue getting it’s normal gas mileage and prevent severe damage the engine and other major components. All cars need regular tune-ups about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Leaders' Temperament - (Part 2 Of 7) Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 22, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,400 views

    Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime

    Now, we will discuss the qualities of spiritual leadership in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. Don’t be discouraged as you work through this list. No one meets these qualifications 100%! We’re not looking for perfection, but rather solid evidence of growth in each area. The Leader’s Temperament 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Make Mine A Double

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 24, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,228 views

    Like Elisha, we must seek a double portion of our Master’s spirit to passionately carry on the ministry of Christ Jesus.

    II Kings 2: 1 – 22 – Make Mine A Double Intro: What would you do if you wanted double the inheritance everyone else would get from a wealthy relative or friend? My guess would be, it depends on the amount. Would you? -- Suck up, scheme / plot, plan? -- Some have been willing to murder. OR ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The "Normal" Church

    Contributed by Billy Kryger on Oct 20, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,714 views

    "Normal" means "conforming to a standard". The Standard for our churches ought to be the Lord Jesus Christ. The church at Jerusalem gives us an excellent blueprint for how a church ought to be.

    INTRODUCTION: God wants every church to be a “normal” church. What is normal? Webster’s dictionary says, “conforming to a standard.” God has given the standard for His church. When we compare the church in the book of Acts with our churches today, we fall so far short of God’s standard. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Foundation For The Future

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Oct 18, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,078 views

    This message follows a series of messages from the book of Ephesians.

    A Foundation for the Future Ephesians 6:1-4 Introduction: • Every 8 seconds of every school day a child drops out of school • Every 26 seconds a child runs away from home • Every 47 seconds a child is either abused or neglected • Every 7 minutes a child is arrested for a drug offense • Every 36 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    "Searching For Elijahs”

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 1, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,587 views

    "How tos" of prayer, for ordinary humans like us!

    “Searching for Elijahs” James 5:16-18 Where is the God of Elijah? Mired in problems, onslaughts of disappointments, difficulties, we long for miraculous breakthroughs of God, don’t we? And we ask where is God, especially in the time we need Him the most. To that question, the Bible rings out ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Pretenders

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 13,291 views

    How to help people face the facts that they are only pretending to be something they are not

    The Pretenders (Acts 17:13-15) Illustration:The Bible recognizes no faith that does not lead to obedience, nor does it recognize any obedience that does not spring from faith. The two are opposite sides of the same coin. A.W. Tozer. 1. Have you ever wondered why some people pretend to do the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Monsters In Your Bed

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,752 views

    ❶ Recognize the Monsters ❷ Struggling With Monsters ❸ Mastering Monsters ❹ Freedom From Monsters ❺ When Monsters Rise Again

    ________________________________________________________ + New PowerPoint Slide > PowerPoint Transation ________________________________________________________ > Ps 27 + Definition of Monster > Merriam-Webster - from Latin monstrum omen, monster, to warn -- a : an animal or plant of abnormal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Bishop avatar

    Extreme Makeover: Soul Inspiration Series

    Contributed by Todd Bishop on Mar 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,690 views

    Everyone has something in their life that needs to be made new.

    Reasons we are encouraged/discouraged? (get answers from audience) These are all situational. Circumstances change. ILLUSTRATION: Roller coaster analogy-112 hours a week on an actual roller coaster. We are awake approx. 112 hours a week and life can be like a roller coaster. Welcome to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jerry McKee avatar

    What Is A True Christian

    Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Dec 27, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,764 views

    What is a true Christian? Here we can find how we should live our lives in order to be a True Christian.

    WHAT IS A TRUE CHRISTIAN? Colossians 3:1 I. What a Christian is – John 1:12 a. Man’s Action i. Receive the gospel ii. Believe in Jesus Christ b. God’s Action i. “T1`1ower to become the sons of God.” ii. Word power means “the right or authority” iii. To them gave he the right to become the sons ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jennifer Casto avatar

    Because I Am

    Contributed by Jennifer Casto on May 22, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,623 views

    God Says, “I AM THAT I AM!” And, Remember…that is My Name!” No matter what you are facing…For every outcry and tear, there is ONLY ONE answer! Look to I AM! God IS The I AM! He IS! Take a look at this and get this into your spirit…

    Scripture: "I AM THAT I AM – And that is My name, my memorial to every single generation." - Exodus 3:14-16 (NIV) God Says, “I AM THAT I AM!” And, Remember…that is My Name!” No matter what you are facing…For every outcry and tear, there is ONLY ONE answer! Look to I AM! God IS The I AM! He IS! ...read more

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