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  • Eric Bland avatar

    One Appointment, One Death, One Chance

    Contributed by Eric Bland on Jul 16, 2005
    based on 60 ratings
     | 41,108 views

    Funeral sermon for those who seek to ask the infimous question "why?".

    I have the distinct privilege to take part in this occasion that honors the life of Uncle John. Upon hearing the news of Uncle John, Aunt Sue called me and asked me to do the funeral, and of course I said, “yes.” So on this past Monday I went to Aunt Janie’s house and talked with her. I our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Engaging The Community: It Is Going To Be A Fight

    Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,023 views

    Our God has called us to engage the community around us and it will be a fight!

    ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY: IT IS GOING TO BE A FIGHT EXODUS 17: 1-17 FEBRUARY 20, 2005 INTRODUCTION: BEYOND REDEMPTION? There are about 600 inmates who await execution in the state of California. A dozen of these are women. All of them have committed heinous crimes. But that doesn’t stop Ann Baker, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Be Ready When God Comes Calling Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 23, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,189 views

    Joseph languished in prison for two years after he thought he had a chance to get out. But when Pharaoh came calling suddenly he was ready to serve. So how do we keep "at the ready" when God comes to ask us to serve unexpectedly?

    Verse 1 2 years passes after Joseph gives interpretation to the baker and butler. What must Joseph had thought. After it looked like God was making a way for him to get out of prison – the days were followed by weeks which were followed by months and years – and nothing. You’d think God had given ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Unfinished Business

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 15, 2005
    based on 86 ratings
     | 12,581 views

    Just before Calvary, Christ had Unfinished Business to attend to. But He said from the Cross, "It Is Finished!"-Complete Redemption, Complete Regeneration, Complete Revelation, a Complete Rapture, and Complete Repentance. Powerpoint template at website.

    Unfinished Business? John 19:30 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/UnfinishedBusiness.html "When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, IT IS FINISHED: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost."--John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John's Message Is Continuous

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 6, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,543 views

    A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Advent, Series B

    2nd Sunday in Advent, December 7, 2008 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, during this season of Advent, as we begin to celebrate anew the good news of your saving grace in Jesus the Christ, open ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ken Pell avatar

    From Servants To Friends

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 25, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,547 views

    A Sermon on Compassionate Minsitry

    From Servants to Friends Luke 10:27-37 A Sermon on compassionate ministry 27He answered: " ’Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ’Love your neighbor as yourself.’" 28"You have answered correctly," Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Entering Into Thanksgiving Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,583 views

    We must keep a heart of Thanksgiving and not look at what we do not have, but count our blessings for what the Lord has provided and given us.

    Enter with Thanksgiving Psalm 100:1-5 Introduction- Psalm 100:1-5 Good Evening everybody. Isn’t this a great time of the year, a time to reflect and a time to rejoice as we officially begin to get ready for the Christmas celebration. I know if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • William Ellis avatar

    It's Not What It Looks Like

    Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,929 views

    We should not be moved by what we see or what we feel, but rather by the God who we know, love, and serve!

    INTRO: 1. Satan is the master illusionist! · Before David Copperfield, before David Blaine, before Criss Angel, there was Lucifer! · Illusionists major in the art of optical illusion. · They divert your attention away from what’s really happening, getting you distracted, so ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Who Is Your Boss

    Contributed by Michael De Rosa on Nov 27, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,170 views

    to help our people understand that there is a difference between Your reigning in our lives and Your saving us from our sin. In conjunction to this, I want to impress upon the people that Your reign MUST be to the inner core of our being.

    INTRODUCTION Illustration. Last Tuesday at Bible Study, I had the most wonderful God-filled experience. As we were wrapping things up, Lorraine starts talking with the others about some of the things that were decided upon for the December 3rd Christmas outreach. And as she mentioned these ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Greg Addison avatar

    Biblical Principles For Handling Money

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 14,536 views

    Money matters are spiritual matters and financial peace can only come from making decision based on biblical principles.

    BIBLICAL PRINCIPLES FOR SOUND FAMILY FINANCES Introduction: Today we will address a topic which is relevant to everyone. As a matter of fact, money issues are killing people, marriages, churches, and we are heading that direction as a country with our federal government. God knows that and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Special Lessons For Spiritual Leaders

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 12, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,815 views

    The Bible places a premium on spiritual leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve in the churches with a position of leadership.

    Special lessons for spiritual leaders Malachi 2:1-17 06/04/06 The Bible places a premium on spiritual leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve in the churches with a position of leadership. The Bible places high standards on those who serve as deacons. The Bible places high ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Hicks avatar

    To Die Is Gain

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Feb 19, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,905 views

    Life does not begin until after the death of self. To be honest, I believe the Bible teaches that that’s when life really begins.

    TO DIE IS GAIN Phil 1:21 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain . Rob Frazier, a contemporary Christian artist wrote a song titled, "He doesn’t want you better, He wants you deader" Dead people don’t mind the pain, Don’t get offended ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Christian Hospitality

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 3, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 20,025 views

    The most valuable earthly possession a person can have is a warm, supportive friendship. True friendships are developed within the church community through hospitality. What is Christian Hospitality, what is its basis, and how is it demonstrated?

    CHRISTIAN HOSPITALITY ROMANS 12:9-21 Introduction: The most valuable earthly possession a person can have is a warm, supportive friendship. People without relationships are miserable people. Recently, I spoke on the fact that everyone needs a friend. True friendships are developed within the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    The Temptations Of Christ

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 24, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,013 views

    And chasing temptation for too long, too far, and too low into enemy territory has caused the downfall of many good people. So how can we avoid it?

    DC 25-02-07 Introduction Story: Manfred, Freiherr von Richthofen, the famous German First World War fighter pilot was better known as the Red Baron -because he flew a distinctive a red Fokker aircraft. He shot down more enemy combat planes than any ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Robert Leroe avatar

    Boasting In The Cross Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 17, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,762 views

    Paul concludes his Epistle by summarizing his arguments and by glorying in the Cross, which makes us free.

    Free at last! Galatians is all about freedom…but if we’re not careful we can abuse it. Freedom is not a license to sin. Nor is it a lack of responsibility. New Hampshire’s motto is “Live free or die.” Our motto as Christians should be “Live holy or ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational