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  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    United In Christ

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,783 views

    Paul addresses the problem of church division

    It is said when the British and French were fighting in Canada in the 1750s, Admiral Phipps, commander of the British fleet, was told to anchor outside Quebec. He was given orders to wait for the British land forces to arrive and then support them when they attacked the city. Phipps’ navy arrived ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just Like A Dad Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 21, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,297 views

    Paul outlines important principles of Christian leadership and the job description of every godly father.

    Just Like A Dad 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12, 19 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Today we honor our dads and by extension all of the men who play such important roles in the lives of our church and families. Being a dad has its challenges. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Cheers, Jeers, And Tears Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 15,464 views

    That first day of Jesus’ last week was a day of mixed emotions. There were cheers and jeers and tears. We won’t understand what happened unless we see all three.

    Day by Day with Jesus Series Cheers, Jeers, and Tears Luke 19:29-44 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Everybody loves a parade. Most parades are celebrations. Big celebrations call for big parades. Some of you will remember the big parade ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Snapshots

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 26, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,651 views

    A sermon on Festus, King Agrippa, and Paul from Acts 26:19-32. (Outline adapted from J.C. Ryle and MaClaren’s Expositions of Holy Scripture)

    Sermon for 9/25/2005 Three Snapshots Introduction: A. I hate pictures. Crystal loves them. I had a great problem when we made our pictorial directory. B. What bothers me is that someone takes a camera and says, “Smile.” C. When I was a child I hated it more than I do now. It has come to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Bad Is Good Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jan 13, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,098 views

    The story of the Good Samaritan confronts us with several implications for living a life of faith.

    Stories Jesus Told: When Good is Bad—The Story of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 Jesus was such a captive communicator because he told stories, and people then, just like us now, loved stories. Jesus told stories to make a point in a more compelling way than simply stating the point. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What They Saw That Day

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Nov 10, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,047 views

    It’s easy to miss him, but we need to see Jesus SO: I want people to envision what it would have been like to see Jesus, and understand that while Jesus’ is not a plastic polyanna, he is hope and glory.

    Title: What They Saw That Day Text: Luke 2:25 – 35 FCF: It’s easy to miss him, but we need to see Jesus SO: I want people to envision what it would have been like to see Jesus, and understand that while Jesus’ is not a plastic polyanna, he is hope and glory. Outline: I. What Everybody Else Saw (A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Stupid Mouth

    Contributed by David Sorn on Nov 11, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,849 views

    Christians must be willing to rid themselves of unwholesome speech and use words that will build up other Christians.

    INTRODUCTION: It is a rare junior high boy who wants to be in choir. Most would prefer study hall. However, as the story goes, Jared got stuck singing in the choir. That whole year was a laugh. First their teacher, Mrs. Johnson, quit because she couldn’t control the boys. Then, they got a new ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    It Doesn't Hurt To Be Nice To People

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,277 views

    It is never not the time to treat people with kindness.

    It doesn’t hurt to be nice to people January 29, 2005 Cornwall/Montreal In “The Edge of Adventure”, Bruce Larson writes: “Hurrying home after work, I entered New York’s Port Authority bus terminal, briefcase in one hand, newspaper in the other. The usual crowd was lined up behind the escalators ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Mastering Communication

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jan 26, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,137 views

    The late Johnny Carson said, “If love is a dream, marriage is the alarm clock! If marriages are made in heaven, so is thunder and lightning!” No matter who you are in this life, communications has its challenges!

    Mastering Communication Proverbs 18:21 This sermon is dedicated to people who are married, those who want to get married and those who are sorry they ever got married! I’ve heard it said that marriages has 3 phases…lust rust and dust and you don’t need Dr. Phil to tell you which one you’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Difficulty In Following Christ

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 26, 2006
    based on 187 ratings
     | 54,188 views

    Jesus tells us what to do in the face of opposition. 1- Stand your ground. 2- Follow the leader. 3- Panic not.

    INTRO.- ILL.- The mother of four young boys often had difficulty curbing their energy, especially in church. But when her minister preached on "turning the other cheek," the boys gave him their undivided attention. “No matter what others do to us,” he said, “we should never try to ‘get even.’” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Every Shut Eye Ain't Sleep, Every Goodbye Ain't Gone

    Contributed by Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. on May 3, 2007
    based on 91 ratings
     | 60,267 views

    A eulogy for a woman who died, who had several physical challenges, but was raised in the church and knew the Lord. The sermon can be easily adapted to fit any person who dies in Christ.

    Text: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58 51 Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, 52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. 53 For this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Powell avatar

    Leaders For Our World

    Contributed by James Powell on Dec 30, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,581 views

    We are in need of people who will stand for the right and understand the times we are living in.

    Citizen Link Magazine - The Christian worldview can be summed up in a single phrase: "Jesus is Lord" -- which is the first creed of Christianity. Understanding Christ’s lordship over all of life is no easy task. Yet, once we begin to understand that all of life--not just "church" life--is of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Rejoice The Lord Is King

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 18, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 6,732 views

    Take the whole package and then take the package to Jesus instead of UPS or back to Wal-Mart.

    I openly confess that I am a humbug. Indeed, I dread this time of year. I am afraid that Bible College finished off this holiday for me. Once I was told about the paganism, the date, the Mass and such it pretty much turned me off. Sadly, the truth about Christmas is that there is very little ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    The Sweet Taste Of Love Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 8, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 14,902 views

    What is the defining mark of your life? For those connected to Jesus, the true vine, the fruit of our lives should have THE SWEET TASTE OF LOVE!

    Think with me for just a moment. If you were given only ONE WORD to describe Jesus, what would that word be? What single word best describes His heart for people, His personality as He interacted with His disciples and others He came into contact with? What word best describes how Christ has ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Trading Spaces With Those Who Are Hurting

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Oct 4, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 2,340 views

    This messages encourages others to see the needs of others. People will never meet the needs of others if they refuse to acknowledge the need, accept people where they are, and then act to minister to those who are hurting.

    TRADING SPACES WITH THOSE WHO ARE HURTING Mark 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION: A. One of the deepest desires, deepest needs of every human heart is the desire for community ILL> Consider for a moment the top rated television shows for the last 3 decades. 1970’s - Brady Bunch Here’s the story of a lovely ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ