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  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    There's Something In The Struggle

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Mar 21, 2007
    based on 285 ratings
     | 103,719 views

    With spiritual eyes we can see that many times there is something we need that can only come through the struggles of life.

    Let’s also read 2Co 1:3-4 3 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; 4 Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Bulldog Discipleship

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,248 views

    Paul reminds us that we need to have the determination of a bulldog when follwoing Jesus

    Bulldog Discipleship 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 2 Corinthians 11:23-28 November 11, 2007 Morning Service Introduction In 1918 World War I was still raging in the area of the Belleau Wood. The Germans felt that the area could not be taken from them and the US Marine Corps was ordered to take the area. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Get On The Right Road Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007
     | 6,244 views

    the central part of a life of fullness is a life of love.

    Get On The Right Road: Matt 7:13-14 Sept 10, 2006 Intro: “The secret to happiness is short-term, stupid self-interest” – Calvin. When we hear it put that blatantly, it really does sound ridiculous! And yet, that is how many people in our culture live – for short-term, self-interest. So if that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Living A Legacy - A Memorial Day Observance Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 22, 2007
    based on 80 ratings
     | 12,901 views

    This is a Memorial Day Sermon. We will remember 1. Soldiers 2. Christians 3. Our Lord. We conclude by observing the Lord’s Supper in a unique fashion.

    Living A Legacy A Memorial Day Celebration In a Change of Command Ceremony at Fort Riley, KS, on 2 June 2006, LTC Eric Wesley included these words in his speech. [“…allow me to tell you about these men and the families of the men standing in front of you. And I would start by telling you what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Nike"

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on May 27, 2007
     | 3,237 views

    As Christians we can have the victory in the race of life.

    Intro: I guess you are wondering why this message is called” Nike”? right? You probably think I am referring to a brand of athletic wear or running shoes don’t you? I think that some people think that if you are wearing Nike shoes while running a race or playing a game that you are certain to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    What A Godly Mother Brings To The Table

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 6, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,775 views

    A godly mother gives much to her child(ren).

    What a Godly Mother Brings to the Table 2 Tim. 1:5, 3:15 May 13, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A B For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Willis avatar

    Fixing The Focus Of Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 1, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,277 views

    This is the second sermon in a series of two on “Fixing Your Focus” from Hebrews 12 which has to do with faith from The Exchanged Life perspective.

    So, how do you go about “Fixing the Focus of Your Faith?” Answer: By turning your faith around and pointing it in the right direction. The writer of Hebrews puts it this way “fixing your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith...” You’ve got to get your eyes off of others, off ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    U Can Change

    Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,533 views

    Practical steps on how to change.

    U-CAN CHANGE CAMPUS MESSAGE A young soldier and his commanding officer were traveling by train in western Europe in the late 1800’s. By chance an elderly grandmother and her young and pretty granddaughter got on the train and sat down with the two military men. As they engaged in pleasant ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    A Disturbing Gospel Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 15, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,338 views

    This sermon encourages believers to embrace the confronting nature of the gospel message. Jesus said that the gospel I bring is a gospel of conflict and separation. It will disturb family lines and family ties. It will separate the closest relationships.

    Introduction: As Paul and his company respond to the Macedonian call, directed by the Holy Ghost, they entered into the district of Macedonia. Some historians say that Luke the beloved physician grew up and was educated in this area. This area was thriving metropolis, a trade center and sea port. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Demonic Attack 101--Church Conflict Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,373 views

    Exposition of Acts 6:1-7, first of two about how the Jerusalem church dealt with internal conflict.

    Text: Acts 6:1-7, Title: Demonic Attacks 101—Church Conflict, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/23/07, AM A. Opening illustration: see illustrations page, Acts 6 ill in ill file B. Background to passage: We left Acts 5 with the church still moving on the mission at hand. Reminder: our mission is ever before us, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Does God Allow Suffering?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,237 views

    Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it."

    Why Does God Allow Suffering? by Paul Fritz James 1:2-1:3 Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jake Kircher avatar

    Jumping In The Midst Of Storms Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Oct 10, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,508 views

    Jesus wants us to cry out to him our deepest thoughts and feelings about what is going on in the world. He will always answer because He is in control.

    There are a lot of people in this world who wake up everyday with thoughts of fear in their minds because of the storms that surround us. The more and more news that floods our lives just builds this constant anxiety and stress; another school shooting, another terrorist attack, another threat. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David DeWitt avatar

    Family Feud Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,784 views

    God works in the life of Jacob even through an intense feud with Esau.

    Family Feud Selected Passages Series: Essential 100 January 13, 2008 Evening Service Introduction One of my favorite game shows when I was growing up was Family Feud. The show squares off two families against each other answering various questions based on surveys. The first family to three ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Bruce Allen avatar

    Taught As One Having Authority Series

    Contributed by Bruce Allen on Feb 2, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,437 views

    This is a study on the Sermon on the Mount. This is the 15th sermon of the series.

    Sermon on the Mount Pt 15 Taught As One Having Authority Matthew 7:21-29 Not everyone who says to Me, Lord, Lord, shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. [22] Many will say to Me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Full, But Empty Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 86 ratings
     | 17,973 views

    This message is part of series from Isaiah paralleling ancient Israel and America. Israel was attempting to exault itself. It exposes the problem of human pride and self-sufficiency.

    ISAIAH 2:6-11 FULL, BUT EMPTY Deuteronomy 18:9-14 Why is it imperative that Israel learn to walk in the light of the Lord? Because there is no future or hope in their present condition and way of life. Isaiah now depicts the foolishness of humanity attempting to exalt itself. The cause ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist