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  • Michael McCartney avatar

    "Don't Tolerate Sexual Immorality" I Cor. 5 Pt 5 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 25, 2008
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    Sexual immorality is not to be tolerated in the church instead it should be asked to leave before the Spirit of Christ does! The question is: “Who do you want to stay?”

    “Don’t Tolerate Sexual Immorality” I Cor. Chapter 5 - pt 5 Opening Illustration: “Deception” from Sermon Spice- this clips reveals how deception works and how it redefines what is right and wrong in society. Thesis: Sexual immorality is not to be tolerated in the church instead it should be asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Roommates, Bad Dates And Great Mates: Marriage Series

    Contributed by Nelson Searcy on Nov 2, 2006
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    We are going to dig in and honestly look at what the Bible says about sex. And there is not a prudish note in the Bible. The Bible is never prudish about this issue, so as we began last week, we looked at three big truths regarding sex.

    ROOMMATES, BAD DATES & GREAT MATES Marriage “. . .the two are united into one” Hello, and welcome once again to The Journey. Last week, in 27 inches of snow, we kicked off this brand new series called Roommates, Bad Dates and Great Mates. Many of you showed up. You were able to make it here ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fire And Fiery Words

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 4, 2009
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    The Holy Spirit was given for the last days!

    I Introduction A One day when Charlie Brown stops at the psychiatric help stand to talk with Lucy. He confesses, "My trouble is I never know if I’m doing the right thing. I need to have someone around who can tell me when I’m doing the right thing." Lucy says, "Okay. You’re doing the right thing. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    On Patience

    Contributed by Augustine Of Hippo on Jun 1, 2011
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    A classic sermon by St. Augustine.

    1. That virtue of the mind which is called Patience, is so great a gift of God, that even in Him who bestows the same upon us, that, whereby He waits for evil men that they may amend, is set forth by the name of Patience, [or long-suffering.] So, although in God there can be no suffering, and ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How To Pass The Tests Of Life

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Aug 30, 2011
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    Introduction Turn to James chapter 1.

    Introduction Turn to James chapter 1. And, we’re beginning a new study now through the Book of James: “Practical Christianity—Religion in Shoe Leather.” And, we’re going to preach right on through the Book of James, God willing, Sunday mornings and Sunday nights. So, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Serve Like Jesus Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 8, 2013
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    In the account of the expression of Christ’s love, the washing of the disciples’ feet, we see 1) Service Stated (John 13:1), 2) Service Spurned (John 13:2), 3) Service Shown (John 13:3–11), and 4) Service Shared (John 13:12-17).

    If there is one reaction that people are having to the recent Roman Catholic pope it is his history and focus on service. Many questions are arising on his Maundy Thursday washing of feet. Some are welcoming the efforts with a sense of new found enthusiasm. Others see the new pope as abandoning the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Starting Point Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 19, 2013
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    In John 3:1-10, Jesus exposes the danger of false assurance and presents the “Starting Point” in the possession of eternal life. It came through 1) The Point of Inquiry (John 3:1–3), 2) The Point of Insight (John 3:4-8), and 3) The Point of Indictment

    With Pope Benedict XVI’s shocking resignation this week, Evangelical Christians might be tempted to see this the way a college football fan might view the departure of his rival team’s head coach. But the global stakes are much, much higher. As Pope Benedict steps down, I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Sunday Morning Religion

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Feb 15, 2012
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    There’s nothing wrong with Sunday-morning religion, but the problem is that so many people have only a Sunday-morning religion.

    The curse of the 20th Century is Sunday-morning religion. Now, there’s nothing wrong with Sunday-morning religion, but the problem is that so many people have only a Sunday-morning religion. Somebody wrote these words: “They’re praising God on Sunday, but they’ll be all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Journey Of The Bones Of Joseph

    Contributed by Grady Henley on Nov 6, 2011
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    A lesson in committment regarding the vow Joseph made with his brothers.

    The Journey of the Bones of Joseph Grady Henley November 2004 INTRODUCTION: A few years back there was a story written about a two men from Texas. They were two old retired Texas rangers that moved to the Northwest. One of them died and on his death bed he caused the other to make an oath that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Behind The Man Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 1, 2011
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    A study of chapter 14 verses 1 through 32

    Isaiah 14: 1 – 32 The Power Behind The Man 1 For the LORD will have mercy on Jacob, and will still choose Israel, and settle them in their own land. The strangers will be joined with them, and they will cling to the house of Jacob. 2 Then people will take them and bring them to their place, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Shadrach, Meshach, And Abednego Series

    Contributed by Rob Ketterling on Jun 14, 2014
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     | 33,555 views

    Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego

    Fire Part 3, Fiery Furnace by Pastor Rob Ketterling. All right, today we continue our fire series with a classic; Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego and the fiery furnace. And earlier this week on Twitter I called it The Three Amigos and the Fuego Furnace. But you, know, hey, just having a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Day Of Reckoning Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 18, 2014
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    We’re continuing in our series entitled “AfterLife”… where we’ve looked at the reality of life after death… of eternity with God.

    The Day of Reckoning Series: AfterLife Brad Bailey – May 18, 2014 We’re continuing in our series entitled “AfterLife”… where we’ve looked at the reality of life after death… of eternity with God. Over the past two weeks we heard what God reveals about a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Justified Fools For Christ-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 14, 2015
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    2 of 8. Paul admonished the Corinthian Church regarding his apostolic ministry. The church must regard apostles rightly...as those who are fools for Christ! But How/When are these Justified? Fools for Christ are justified thru their...

    JUSTIFIED FOOLS For CHRIST-II—1Corinthians 4:1-21 Attention: Back in the day, before I had accepted Christ & before the days of digitized anything—1975—I had a Foghat[the name of a rock band] album that pictured a young long-haired, bushy mustached, bereted man(the drummer for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fully Realized Forgiveness...the Test Of Love-3 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 21, 2015
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    3 of 5. Jesus called Simon the Pharisee to task regarding two demonstrations of love. Realized Forgiveness is reflected in a reciprocal/proportional appreciation. But Where/How is it tested? Fully Realized Forgiveness is tested in the crucible of...

    REALIZED FORGIVENESS...The TEST of LOVE/Trust-III—Luke 7:36-50 Attention: Thru testing, the true identity becomes conclusive. Jesus called Simon the Pharisee to task regarding two demonstrations of love. A forgiveness that is fully Realized is reflected in a reciprocal/proportional ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Appointed, Not Hired Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 20, 2015
     | 10,669 views

    Elders (Overseers) are appointed by God. They are not hired to do a job; they are appointed to serve the One who appoints and to serve His holy people.

    “I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher.” [1] His face was red and his eyes were narrow slits as he raged, “We hired you, and we can fire you.” I was equally determined as I asserted with a firm, steady voice, “No one hired me; God appointed me.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist