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  • Steve Malone avatar

    "The Greatest Gift Of All"

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 13, 2001
    based on 76 ratings
     | 11,144 views

    THERE IS MUCH MORE TO OUR GIFT THEN WHAT HAPPENED THAT GLORIOUS NIGHT NEARLY 2,000 YEARS AGO. AND TODAY I WANT US TO TALK ABOUT, THREE SPARKLING FACETS OF THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL.

    "THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL!" LUKE 2:1-20 INTRODUCTION Christmas is an exciting time and little Sammy was excited. He was 15 years old and Christmas was still to him a time of wonder. He was a happy child despite his handicap. You see, Sammy was slightly retarded. He still went to school, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Peter Thelander avatar

    An Ephiphany Ephiphany

    Contributed by Peter Thelander on Oct 29, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,290 views

    A look at the cost of our worship.

    An Epiphany epiphany Start with reading the passage – adding interpretation/teaching Debunk myths: Referring to the magi as “kings” – again not mentioned. Probably a poor translation at some time, or simply tradition that sounded nice – kings paying homage to the King of kings. Where did they ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Danny Moss avatar

    "I Believe In One & Only One True & Living God" Series

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Feb 15, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 11,840 views

    This is the first sermon in a series entitled: "I Believe." The main doctrines of the Christian faith are emphasized.

    "I Believe In One & Only One True & Living God" (Series entitled-"I Believe") Text: Psalm 90:1-2 "Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations. Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever thou hadst formed the earth and the world, even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Behind Every Man

    Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 7, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,514 views

    Behind every man stands a woman, sometimes with a cattle prod, cause sometimes we need it.

    Behind Every Man 1. How many men feel their wives are important, equal partners with them and valuable to helping them get along in this life? 2. How many men would raise their hands if they weren’t sitting next to their wives right now? 3. Behind every successful man ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Be An Encourager In A Discouraging Situation

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,913 views

    Finding encouragement from God and godly friends despite all the discouragement you may be facing

    How To Be An Encourager in Discouraging Situations (Acts 11:22-26) Illustration: Thomas Edison said, "If I had not had 230 failures I would never have discovered the right filmanet to invent the electric light bulb. Failure often proceeds success." 1. Have you ever wondered how to encourage ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Our Prayers Are Polluted

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,964 views

    Sinful living prevents God from hearing our prayers.

    INTRODUCTION: THE BIBLE TEACHES IN JAMES 5:16 THAT THE EFFECTUAL FERVENT PRAYER OF THE RIGHTEOUS AVAILETH MUCH. WHILE THAT IS A TRUE STATEMENT, OUR PRAYERS WILL BE NULL AND VOID IF OUR LIFESTYLE IS IN CONTRADICTION WITH OUR LIPS. IN OTHER WORDS MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS, OUR LIPS SAY ONE THING ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    Hand That Rocks The Cradle - Mother's Day

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on May 7, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 8,995 views

    Mother’s have the privledge of exerting tremendous power on our world through their children.

    Lk. 1:26 ¶ In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28 The angel went to her and said, "Greetings, you who are highly favoured! The Lord is with you." ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Bell avatar

    The Sword, A Swarm Of Flies, And A Wolf Series

    Contributed by Richard Bell on Nov 30, 2000
    based on 144 ratings
     | 5,419 views

    With the assurance of God’s presence in every situation we have great reason to worship.

    THE SWORD, A SWARM OF FLIES, AND A WOLF Judges 7:15-25 INTRODUCTION: When we receive God’s assurance of His presence and victory, we have every reason to worship. In view of the circumstances, are you able to worship God right now? We need to offer up shouts of victory—based solely upon His ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    290 - The Risen Christ

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on May 27, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,372 views

    The PURPOSE, POWER and PROMISE of the Risen Christ.

    Illustrate Humor: An older couple had trouble remembering common, day-to-day things. They both decided that they would write down requests the other had, and so try to avoid forgetting. One evening the wife asked if the husband would like anything. He replied, Yes. I’d like a large ice-cream sundae ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is Still Room

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Sep 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,876 views

    The never ending pursuit of Christ after the lost even when He is turned down time and again.

    Scripture: Luke 14:16-24 Title: “There Is Still Room” Introduction: This portion of Scripture could very well be called, “Christianity vs. Religion.” Jesus was visiting the home of a Pharisee on the Sabbath day. – He was there to share a meal. Jesus was being watched very closely by ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Price Of Admission

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 8, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,749 views

    This is a message that sets forth the basics dealing with redemption.

    Scripture: Luke 4:18 Title: “The Price of Admission” Subject: Redemption Introduction: I can remember a time when if you shopped at certain places they gave you trading stamps. They gave out books with empty pages where you could place those stamps and when you filled your books you could take ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How The Holy Spirit Moves

    Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 14,190 views

    How the Holy Spirit moves in the church.

    How the Holy Spirit Moves By Pastor Fernando Cabrera Acts 1 The first mentioned of the Holy Spirit of the bible says, “The Spirit of God moved” 1. The Spirit of God moves where there is unity a. Acts 1:4 “Gathering them together…” b. Acts 1:14 “These all with one mind …” c. Acts 2:1 “When the day ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Carter avatar

    Keys To The Kingdom #1 Series

    Contributed by David Carter on Aug 9, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 6,456 views

    A series on the Beatitudes

    THE KEYS TO THE KINGDOM #1 Text: Matthew 5: 2-12 BLESSED (markarios) - A Spiritual Joy and Satisfaction that endures regardless of Circumstances or Conditions; that carries us through Pain, Sorrow, Heartache, Loss and Grief. – To be blessed is what men seek. The problem is that they seek it in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Charles Trout avatar

    The Man From Uz

    Contributed by Charles Trout on Aug 10, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,898 views

    A quick outline, Four Character traits that God recorded of Job, and how we, through Christ, can have the same record!

    The Man From UZ Job Job 1:1 (KJV) 1 There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil. This great writing, possibly the first to be recorded by inspiration of God, starts out on a high note. I would like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Raisbeck avatar

    Tongues - Theory And Experience: Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Jul 15, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,218 views

    In this two part series on speaking in tongues we will examine some of the scriptural background and give some testimonies from experience.

    This week we will look at what happened on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2, in particularly speaking in tongues. Acts 2 : 1 - 5 1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational