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  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    Ezra: The Leader

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,004 views

    Simple outline on the character of Ezra

    Ezra: The Leader Raising Your Family Ezra 7:1-10 During the course of World War II, many people gained fame in one way or another. One example was Butch O’Hare, a fighter pilot assigned to an aircraft carrier in the Pacific. One time his entire squadron was assigned to fly a particular mission. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    21 Areas Of Total Transformation

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 13, 2004
    based on 84 ratings
     | 12,167 views

    This sermon examines 21 areas in which we need a total transformation such as 1.CARNALITY TO SPIRITUALITY 2.FEAR TO FAITH 3.BARRENNESS TO FRUITFULNESS 4.WEAKNESS TO STRENGTH 5.CURSES TO BLESSINGS 6.FAILURE TO SUCCESS 7.SICKNESS TO HEALTH and so on.

    21 AREAS OF TOTAL TRANSFORMATION ****************************** IMPORTANT : Kindly read the Bible verses mentioned while reading this article. 1. FROM CARNALITY TO SPIRITUALITY **************************** Galatians 5: 19-24 The Lord wants to transform us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    But Continue Thou...graduation Sermon

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 26, 2005
    based on 427 ratings
     | 47,136 views

    Easily adapted to any crowd. Link included to Formatted Text Version and Powerpoint Template.

    But Continue Thou… 2 Timothy 3:14 says, “But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them.” [scroll down for outline] ILL.- Joe: “My college really turned out some great men.” Bill: “When did you graduate?” Joe: “I didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Lazarus Experience"

    Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 31, 2004
    based on 154 ratings
     | 32,050 views

    Taking a challenge from the raising of Lazarus to obey the Lord and to do all He calls us to do in order for us to "come forth" spiritually.

    “The Lazarus Experience” John 11:38-45 JN 11:38 Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. 39 "Take away the stone," he said. "But, Lord," said Martha, the sister of the dead man, "by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Bible And Retirement: Lesson 5: Playing To Win

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 30, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 1,706 views

    Series: The Bible and Retirement

    A. THE END OF THE GAME IS RETIREMENT 1. Retirement doesn’t happen at a chronological age, but at your age of choice. Retirement should be dreamed, planned, and worked for, then enjoyed. 2. Life is a journey to retirement. - You are gonna get in the game whether you want to or not. - You are in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is Hope In Jesus

    Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Mar 26, 2005
    based on 74 ratings
     | 17,936 views

    Sermon for an elderly alzheimer’s patient that was cremated

    Hope in Jesus John 11:17-27 Funeral for Aunt Oda Doolin Braley Introduction On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18 Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, 19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Chris Hodges avatar

    Life Is Sacred Series

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,089 views

    To stress the sanctity of life.

    The 10 Commandments #6: Life is Sacred Text: Exodus 20:13 Thesis: To stress the sanctity of life. Introduction: (1) In 1992, the annual homicide numbers in the U.S. were around 23,760. Today, the numbers are continuing to grow. (2) In a Houston double murder in 1993, 6 young men, ranging in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. avatar

    Get Set For Time And Eternity

    Contributed by Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. on Nov 16, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,458 views

    The Lord makes it possible for those who put him before them to be blessed now and in eternity.

    Life-Line For Jesus Community Church Nov 2002 Lorenzo Nicholson Sr. Psalm 16:8 Get Set for Time and Eternity Preparation is made for almost everything that we do in life although we don’t always prepare thoroughly. We do well with some things and not so well with others. Most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Meaning Of Spiritual Giftedness Series

    Contributed by George Bannister on Nov 21, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 6,223 views

    Sermon discusses the Biblical basic that every believer is spiritually gifted, and the purpose of those gifts.

    TEXT: Ephesians 4:7-16 ETS: The Lord has given grace gifts to every believer. ESS: Every believer is to use his God-given spiritual gifts within the body of Christ. OSS: Believers will commit to serve through the church. PQ: What does the Bible teach about spiritual gifts? UW: Statements TOPIC: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Command To Disciple Series

    Contributed by Mike Honzell on Feb 12, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,076 views

    what is involved in carrying out the great commission

    THE COMMAND TO DISCIPLESHIP Matthew 28: 18-20 INTRODUCTION: A. Before Jesus ascended unto the Father, He gave instructions to His church 1. He gave us these instructions because: a. He wanted us to know what our purpose as a church is b. He didn’t want us to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Discipleship

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 5, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 8,419 views

    Jesus asks: Will you come and follow me?

    Stiffkey/ Thornage 06-04-03 The True Cost of Discipleship - John 12:24-26 Story: C.T. Studd (Charles Thomas Studd) (1860-1931) was the son of a wealthy Englishman, Edward Studd. He was an excellent cricket player and at the age of nineteen was captain of the team at Eton. He attended ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Broken Body Of Jesus (Part 1)

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003
    based on 70 ratings
     | 9,967 views

    "The Lord Jesus the same night in which He was betrayed took bread: and when He had given thanks, He break it, and said, ’Take eat; this is My body which is broken for you; this do in remembrance of Me’" (I Cor. 11:23).

    "The Lord Jesus the same night in which He was betrayed took bread: and when He had given thanks, He break it, and said, ’Take eat; this is My body which is broken for you; this do in remembrance of Me’" (I Cor. 11:23). A. WHY BREAD IS A SYMBOL OF HIS DEATH 1. Death. "Except a corn of wheat fall ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eric Sellgren avatar

    A Life Of Service

    Contributed by Eric Sellgren on May 13, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 3,524 views

    A Sermon for Ascension Day - and life after death!

    My friend Ron, who is the Vicar of Sixpenny Handley, is a story teller like I am. Some years ago, in the week before Ascension Day, he told us this story.. "I was a little lad at School, and, at the start of the year in my new Class my teacher was giving jobs out to the boys and girls. "Mary, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • David Carter avatar

    Turning The World Upside Down For Jesus

    Contributed by David Carter on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 148 ratings
     | 14,496 views

    A message on Soul Winning

    TURNING THE WORLD UPSIDE DOWN FOR JESUS TEXT: ACTS 17:6 Here we find the men who came out of the Revival of Pentecost! - Acts 1:8 - Ye Shall Receive Power, Ye Shall be Witnesses Unto Me... They were to Go and Be Witnesses! -- They were to Go and Carry Out The Great Commission – Mt. 28: 19,20 - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Games We Play

    Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Apr 11, 2002
    based on 52 ratings
     | 5,612 views

    What was the attitude behind the game of chance the soldiers played at the foot of the cross?

    The Games We Play John 19: 16-30 Rev. Ronald. B. Hughes INTRODUCTION Entertainment! * We spend more each year on recreation than education, construction of new homes or national defense* Wonderland, Marine ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal