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  • Ken Sowers avatar

    Thirsty

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,349 views

    Creating people who are thirsty for God

    An Arab diplomat visiting the US for the first time was being wined and dined by the State Department. The Grand Emir was unused to the salty American foods Constantly sending his manservant Abdul to fetch him a glass of water. Often, Abdul would scamper off and return with a glass of water, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walking Worthy In The Riches Of Christ Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 13, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,441 views

    Christ has blessed us with every spiritual blessing and we must walk worthy of those blessings

    Series: Experiencing the Riches of Christ WALKING WORTHY IN THE RICHES OF CHRIST Ephesians 4:1 6 Nothing is more miserable than trying to be something that you are not, and nothing more empty than not living up to our potential. "Worthy" to have worth or value Have you ever bought something ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No Hot Air Religion

    Contributed by Rene Perez on Jan 8, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,256 views

    real faith does what it says

    Sermon: “No hot air religion” Point: “Real faith does what it says” 3-4 weeks ago, I was driving back home after dropping my daughter off for work. I had seen this homeless man walking along side Marietta Avenue several times before, and every time, I was reminded of the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Only Children Go To Heaven

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 4,429 views

    To note the attitude necessary to be great in the eyes of the Lord.

    Only Children Go To Heaven Text: Matthew 18.1-4 Thesis: To note the attitude necessary to be great in the eyes of the Lord. Introduction: (1) Here is a story I came across: I am hereby officially tendering my resignation as an adult. I have decided I would like to accept the responsibilities ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Humble PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,568 views

    Encourage believers to live in genuine humility, following the example of Jesus Christ, and not to boast about their humility, but to demonstrate it in their daily lives.

    Good morning, everyone! We are going to tackle a challenging topic today, one that isn't always easy to swallow. It's about humility. You see, the world we live in seems to reward those who boast about their accomplishments and achievements, but the Bible tells us to live differently. Christian ...read more

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    Doing Without God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 23, 2017
    based on 6 ratings
     | 27,645 views

    God tells us that those who are outside of Christ are "without God". What does that mean to those outside of Christ and what does that mean for us INside of Christ?

    OPEN: Back in 1959, Charleston Heston starred in a movie that is still considered one of the greatest movies of all time --- Ben Hur. It was a Biblical epic that is still known for its climatic chariot race where Heston (the hero of the film) was intent on destroying his hated enemy. Just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus The Path To Peace Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 17, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,055 views

    Peace on earth? With wars and rumors of wars what possible peace could the angels be announcing? And how does the baby Jesus fit into all this?

    OPEN: I love to sing Christmas Carols, so this morning I want you to stand and sing 3 verses of “Silent Night” with me. 1. “Silent night, holy night! All is calm, all is bright. Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child. Holy infant so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Fruit Of The Tree Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 19, 2020
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,488 views

    The Sycamores of the Middle East are highly prized. And it was one such highly prized and valuable tree who's limbs held a despised and sinful man. Why was he despised and what difference did Jesus make in his life?

    OPEN: The story of Zacchaeus only occurs in the Gospel of Luke. It seems to me that its possible that, as Luke interviewed people for his Gospel, he may have spoken with Zacchaeus - and the man’s story stood out to him. It’s also possible, given that Zacchaeus’ name is used here, that he was known ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Tale Of Kings

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 26, 2017
     | 3,154 views

    A sermon about kings

    A Tale of Kings (Prov18:12) Illus: KING OF THE JUNGLE I like the story of the arrogant, prideful lion, who wanted to remind other animals how great he was. He went to the gazelle and roared, "Who is the king of the jungle?" Trembling, the gazelle answered, "Why, you are, mighty lion." He ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Have Yourselves A Humble Little Christmas Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 15, 2014
     | 3,461 views

    All the major players in the Christmas story -- except Herod -- were noted for their humility. Let us take note and showcase humility in our lives.

    Have Yourselves A Humble Little Christmas (Luke 1:39-56, Philippians 2:5-11) 1. Many people contemplate the subject of humility. • What kills a skunk is the publicity it gives itself. ~ Abraham Lincoln • The graveyards are full of indispensable men. ~ Charles De Gaulle • Too ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "woe" Means "whoa"

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Mar 20, 2023
     | 1,725 views

    Isaiah pronounces seven "woes" on Israel in chapter five. They could apply to Amercan in the 21st century.

    “WOE” MEANS “WHOA!” ISAIAH 5:8-23 INTRODUCTION A. The word “woe,” which means “great sorrow and distress” and the word “whoa,” which means “cease or slow a course of action or a line of thought” seem to have nothing in common, except their sound. B. In our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Savior Is Born Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 28, 2018
     | 3,724 views

    The way Jesus came into the world and the events surrounding that first Christmas affirms so much of what we believe as Christians.

    A Savior Is Born (Luke 2:1-20) 1. This is a true story. Freddie and John were fortunate enough to have a season ticket to watch Chelsea soccer in the UK. They could not help noticing that there was always a spare seat next (B14) to them and they had a friend who would love to buy a season ticket, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Can We Learn From The Dissatisfaction Implanted In Our Hearts?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 73 ratings
     | 6,087 views

    What Can We Learn From the Dissatisfaction Implanted in Our Hearts? Rom. 8:22-38

    What Can We Learn From the Dissatisfaction Implanted in Our Hearts? Rom. 8:22-38 Illustration:Early in my career as a doctor I went to see a patient who was coming out of anesthesia. Far off church chimes sounded. "I must be in heaven," the woman murmured. Then she saw me. "No, I can’t be," she ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You A Fan Of Jeremy Lin Or Follower Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Lee Ka on Apr 13, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,795 views

    Now that you are born again, what's next? Paul says in Phil. 3:7-11, "Whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ." As follower of Christ, we need to have a renewing of our minds to this idea of "profit & loss" from a worldly vie

    To start, I just want to say that I am a fan of Jeremy Lin. Because of Jeremy, he got me interested in watching basketball again. There is nothing wrong being a fan of someone you admire – just don’t make him an idol in your life. My main point today is about: Are we a FAN or FOLLOWER ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Good Soldiers

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jul 16, 2013
     | 5,148 views

    We must become effective soldiers of the Cross; following our Commander to total victory over the enemy!

    GOOD SOLDIERS 2 Timothy 2:3-4 (NIV), Join with me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God