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  • Charles Scott avatar

    Your Dead Shall Live

    Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 17, 2006
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    Christ the Lord Risen: his prophetic voice calls the faithful from the worship of idols and from vain hopes and inferior means to rise up and build the Kingdom; to really live.

    First Sunday after Easter (B) Your dead shall live Isaiah 26:2-9, 19 Open the gates, that the righteous nation that keeps faith may enter in. You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord God is an everlasting rock. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Inevitability Of Death & Resurrection

    Contributed by Thomas Lanthrip on Oct 21, 2006
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    Most people have heard the old saying “No one is getting out of this world alive”; well there is much to be considered on this topic. When one sets forth with the intention of preaching expostulation on this topic the question arises, “Must everyman die p

    I. The American cultures view of death Note: since America is so vast in religion, there are many vies on the subject of death and time will only permit a few to be mentioned this morning. 1. The Atheist’s view When asking an Atheist about eternity, life after death and the wonderful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building Blocks For Kingdom Living-Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Nov 6, 2006
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    The Beatitudes become the building blocks for successful Kingdom living for all Believers.

    NOTE: Study materials used for this message were taken from the following: "The Message of the Sermon on the Mount" Stott; "The Complete Biblical Study Library" Matthew. Since Michael King’s message "Assurance of Salvation" which I used for reference on part 1 only named the first 3 attitudes, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Lord's Prayer: "Hallowed Be They Name" Series

    Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 31, 2008
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    When Jesus taught His disciples to pray, “Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name”, He wanted them to recognize at least 4 distinctive truths about God. And when we know these 4 truths, we will never be able approach Him in the same way again.

    Lord’s Prayer #3 Hallowed be they Name I was born George Calhoun on Feb. 22, (George Washington’s birthday) 1957 in Paterson, N.J. to George and Bernice Calhoun. I was later given the middle name David at my Christening. I actually like the name David better than George, but George is all I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lord's Prayer: "Thy Kingdom Come" Series

    Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 31, 2008
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    When we pray “Thy kingdom come,” we’re stepping into a whole new level of relationship. We’re now recognizing that God is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. As King, He has a plan for our life and desires to rule with His Kingdom’s principles for His pu

    A little boy was playing with his French fries, dipping one end of a fry into the ketchup then waving it like a baton in front of an imaginary marching band. Mom was gone for the day and so he and his father were enjoying a special moment together at a near by McDonald’s. The little boy seemed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What If . . .

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 6, 2012
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    What if . . . we really gave our lives to Christ? What would happen?

    Mark 5:1-20 What Do You Fear? January 29, 2012 “What are the two biggest fears in your life?” Most people could name one or two fears. But I really think two of our greatest fears might be exact opposites. How’s that? For me, I don’t like snakes and heights. How are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Will Of God Series

    Contributed by Darren Woods on Feb 25, 2012
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    A Sermon about doing God's will - based around Luke 22:39-46 & a scene from "The Sound Of Music" (Maria's interview with the Reverend Mother, when she is told that she is leaving the convent)

    The Will Of God Luke 22:39-46 Sound of Music Video Clip 14:30-17:28 “...yet not my will, but yours be done” (v 42) “To find out what is the will of God and to do it whole-heartedly” (Maria: Sound of Music) Intro “How do you solve a problem like ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Prayer That Stops The Sun

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 9, 2012
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    Dare to make God-sized prayers. Cling on to His Word. Don't just stand in hope, walk in faith. Do what is necessary to bring about God's will.

    JOSHUA was a remarkable man. He grew up to experience firsthand his nation Israel’s deliverance from Egypt. He saw the miracles of God and trusted Him. • He spied on the land, and with Caleb, came back with a message of faith - that God would surely help them seize the Promised ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Impact In Obscurity Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 30, 2013
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    This sermon, based on Jabez's prayer, encourages believers to understand that no matter how insignificant they may think they are, or how obscure their life is, they can & will make an impact for the glory of God.

    “IMPACT IN OBSCURITY” 1 Chron. 4:9-10 INTRO – NCAA Championship football game Monday night – Alabama put a beat-down on Notre Dame. Throughout the game, the commentators, Kirk Herbstreit & Brent Musberger, talked about “impact players.” Would put their names, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding The Prophetic

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 29, 2013
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    When men and women prophesy, the Spirit of God inspires their speech and causes His own words to come forth. The same is true in the church today. Men and women can utter words from the Lord as He inspires them to speak for the edification, exhortation, a

    UNDERSTANDING THE PROPHETIC When men and women prophesy, the Spirit of God inspires their speech and causes His own words to come forth. The same is true in the church today. Men and women can utter words from the Lord as He inspires them to speak for the edification, exhortation, and comfort of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Faith Comes From Hearing The Word

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 31, 2013
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    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to "hear" the Word frequently for our faith. IV. TEXT: Romans 10:17 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) So faith comes from

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to "hear" the Word frequently for our faith. IV. TEXT: Romans 10:17 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) So faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ. V. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sanctification - Set Apart For God

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 13, 2013
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     | 12,633 views

    Sanctification is a process in which we become more like Jesus - But it involves your participation.

    #April 14, 2013 Morning Worship Text: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 Subject: Part 8 in the What We Believe Series Title: Sanctification - Set Apart for God OK – Here we go… In the last few weeks I spoke to you about sin and salvation and about the church. Today I get to make it a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pt. 4 Healing Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 24, 2013
     | 3,757 views

    Jesus told us that His church/disciples would do greater things than He did during His healing ministry. How do we release healing in today’s church?

    Healing 4 November 14, 2012 Dr. Mike Fogerson A Jesus told us that His church/disciples would do greater things than He did during His healing ministry. 1 How do we release healing in today’s church? 2 Mark 3.1-6 (One of Jesus earliest healings) 1 He entered again into a synagogue; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Qualify For The Prize

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 30, 2013
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    I. EXORDIUM: Are you qualified for the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To remind believers to qualify for the prize IV. TEXT: 1 Corinthians 9:27 (Amplified Bible) But [like a boxer] I buffet my body [handle i

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you qualified for the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To remind believers to qualify for the prize IV. TEXT: 1 Corinthians 9:27 (Amplified Bible) But [like a boxer] I buffet my body [handle it roughly, discipline it by hardships] and subdue it, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Secrets Of The Dream Keepers

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 30, 2013
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     | 7,303 views

    Many individuals in Scripture received dreams from God that pointed to their potential great service or possibilities. Often these individuals experienced circumstances, for years, which contradicted God’s dream. What steps did they take to hold on & see

    SECRETS OF THE DREAM KEEPERS Numbers 12:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. a. "Doctor, I really need your help", I said. "Every night for the past two weeks I’m dreaming about some rats playing football." b. "Here, take these pills tonight before you go to bed and you will be fine." c. "But can ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God