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  • Ken Pell avatar

    'til Death Do Us Part Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 21, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,977 views

    To show the true indicator of the heart’s condition (words) and the possibility of cleansing.

    ’TIL DEATH DO US PART Matthew 12:33-37 (The third in a sermon series from Matthew 12 called “Words We Live By”)* Sermon Objective: To show the true indicator of the heart’s condition (words) and the possibility of cleansing. Supporting Scripture: Ezekiel 36:24-28; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13; Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Follow Me As I Follow Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 10, 2012
     | 6,718 views

    Leadership, example, disciple making

    FOLLOW THE LEADER 1 Thess. 1:1-10 (p 835) Oct. 7, 2012 INTRODUCTION: If you didn’t know this…I want to inform you that there is a Presidential election taking place next month on the 13th….WHAT!!! You mean you already knew?!!!! And yes I believe it’s important ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Do Not Misuse God's Name Series

    Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jul 16, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 6,890 views

    An Exposition of the Third Commandment with Emphasis on its Current Application

    BODY I. The Third Commandment is based on God’s holiness A. (Lev. 11:44-45; I Sam. 2:2; I Peter 1:15, 16) B. Because God is holy, even his name is to be respected. 1. A name is more than a word; it is always associated with a person. A name in the Bible is an expression of a person’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Zach & Liz Series

    Contributed by Keith Ralston on Jan 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,175 views

    The story of Zacharias and Elizabeth amazingly demonstrates God’s love as He remembers to keep His promises; and it shows that grace always goes to prepare the way for salvation.

    Zach & Liz Luke 1:11-18 Middle Age I. Names. A. Zacharias = God Remembers. A. God is Remembering His Promises. B. Elizabeth = My God Keeps His Oath. A. God is Keeping His Oath. C. Johanon (John) = God is Merciful. A. Well Isn’t This One Obvious? II. Zach. A. Won the Lottery. v. 9 B. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Comfort In Uncomfortable Times

    Contributed by James Bryant on Sep 19, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
     | 5,052 views

    Where, what or who do you look to when you are faced with trouble? There is one place you can go that you can always find comfort. (Short Sermon)

    FINDING COMFORT IN UNCOMFORTABLE TIMES Romans 15:4 (4) For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope. All of America is looking for comfort during this time of tragedy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Speaking God

    Contributed by Hubert Joseph on Jan 30, 2012
     | 3,854 views

    An examination of Genesis 1 in the context of Divine Communication

    THE SPEAKING GOD OBSERVATION AND ANALYSIS Gen. 1:3 "And God said," 1. This phrase is repeated at least ten times in the first chapter. 2. God is a speaking God -- a communicator 3. God is a creative communicator a. "Let there be - and there was" 4. God is a powerful communicator 5. God is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    When God's Man Is A Woman

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 3, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 12,417 views

    This sermon deals with women being called to ministry.

    When God’s Man Is A Woman 2/8/98 2 Kings 22:8-20 When we think of Black history, we cannot begin to understand it without understanding the powerful influence of how God has used women in changing the course of history. Yet there is always an attempt to direct women to the back seat ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Can't A Woman Preach

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 3, 2007
    based on 47 ratings
     | 11,611 views

    This sermon is written to encourage women to ener into ministry and to cause us to look seriously at the Scriptures and women as God’s servants.

    Why Can’t A Woman Preach 1/21/2007 2 Kings 22:11-20 2 Timothy 2:8-15 One of the things that we believe about the body of Christ is that it is far larger than any one church, one denomination or one nation. That is why we encourage you to attend bible studies at other churches. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Grasping The Liberating Grace Of God Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 18, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,703 views

    Christians have the greatest opportunity in this church age to enjoy and express a life that is liberated by the Holy Spirit of Christ.

    Turn your Bibles to Galatians 3:1-5 Title: Grasping the Liberating Grace of God Theme: Liberating Grace Series: Living in the Aroma of God’s Grace Listen as I read Galatians 3:1-5, “You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Going Of The Servant

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 125 ratings
     | 8,191 views

    The Psalmist tells us how to evangelize.

    INTRO.- ILL.- The preacher was called to hear the reading of the will of a wealthy member of his church who had died. The preacher and the man’s family members were all very disappointed to hear the will which read, "BEING OF SOUND MIND AND BODY, I SPENT ALL MY MONEY ON MYSELF." ILL.- A man and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Which Way Are You Going?

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 16, 2005
    based on 246 ratings
     | 11,899 views

    Different types of growth that should take place in our lives and in the church. 1- Ingrowth 2-Outgrowth 3- Upgrowth

    INTRO.- ILL.- One time a young Bible college student was witnessing in the suburb of Atlanta, Georgia. As he approached one house, there was an elderly man sitting on the porch. He said to the man, “Are you a Christian?” The man said, “No, I’m a Smith. The Christians live two doors down.” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Motivated Living

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Oct 6, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,214 views

    This sermon encourages inspection of our heart motives: ULTERIOR MOTIVE is a huge issue in the world today. Are you motivated by love, or the "What’s In It For Me" factor?

    Buried somewhere in the center of a stack of moving boxes are three thick books: our family photo albums, the antiquated ones. Everyone knows flipping the pages of a photo album is out. Now CD’s and DVD’s are in. The pictures never fade, the slideshow runs without the old family slide projector ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Turning Points

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 28, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 9,325 views

    How can we be certain that we are ready to make the right decision when we unexpectedly find ourselves at a fork in the road?

    6, February 2005 Dakota Community Church Turning Points Introduction: Did I ever tell you about the young Zoad? Who came to a sign at the fork of the road He looked one way and the other way too The Zoad had to make up his mind what to do - Well, the Zoad scratched his head, And his chin, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Kent Meeler avatar

    The Promise Of The Father

    Contributed by Kent Meeler on Oct 7, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,897 views

    PURPOSE OF THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY GHOST. WHY TONGUES? IS IT FOR TODAY? OVERCOMING THE OBJECTIONS TO THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT.

    THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER NBCOG 2/28/10 AM TEXT LUKE 3:16 INTRODUCTION *THE GOSPEL OF JOHN RECORDS SOME CONVERSATIONS THAT JESUS HAD WITH THE DISCIPLES CONCERNING HIS LEAVING THE EARTH AND RETURNING TO HEAVEN. *THEY DIDN’T UNDERSTAND IT AND DIDN’T LIKE IT. *BUT, JESUS LET THEM ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Producers Of A Hostile Environment-7 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 2, 2010
     | 3,567 views

    Part 7 of a 7-part sermon. The Apostle Paul, revealed to Timothy that a hostile(antagonistic) environment will characterize the last days. But why? A(n) Hostile(antagonistic) environment is produced by, a Distortion of….

    PRODUCERS of a HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT-VII—2Timothy 3:1-9 The last days will be characterized by a hostile(antagonistic) environment. The Apostle Paul, revealed to Timothy that a hostile(antagonistic) environment will characterize the last days. A(n) hostile(antagonistic) environment will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist