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  • Michael Schwer avatar

    Choose Or Lose

    Contributed by Michael Schwer on Jan 4, 2001
    based on 311 ratings
     | 41,219 views

    A Sermon about the essential choices we make as Christians that reflect our obedience to God.

    “Choose or Lose” Romans 6:15-23 Introduction Everyday each one of us are confronted with choices that somehow affect our lives in a larger way: The Speed Limit - when we drive we choose whether or not to go the prescribed speed limit or choose to take our chances and go over the limit and risk ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Here Am I Send Me

    Contributed by Ely Lambert on Jul 25, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,498 views

    Ministry is essential for each follower of God, and the most urgent ministry is the proclamation of His word.

    I. Isaiah Saw A. He saw the Lord 1. John 12:40-41 – Jesus Glory 2. John 1:18 – No one has seen God, but Jesus makes him known B. The Attributes of the Lord 1. Sitting on a throne a. Matt 25:31 2. High and Lifted Up a. Psalm 46:10; Isa 12:4 – His name will be exalted b. Isaiah 57:15 – What the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sound Doctrine

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,819 views

    Emphasis on five essentials points pertaining to sound Bible doctrine with scriptural support for each.

    SOUND DOCTRINE Ephesians 4:14 admonishes us "that we should no longer be children, tossed to and fro and carried about with every wind of doctrine…" Colossians 2:7 urges us to be "rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as you have been taught, abounding in it with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Time To Pray (Short)

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 37,587 views

    Prayer is essential. It’s always time to pray. This is a short message about prayer.

    Time to Pray John 14:13-14 I. The Range of prayer “Whatsoever” A.We can come and ask for anything. B.According to God’s will… 1 John 5:14 And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: -Nothing is impossible for God. -Ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why The Big Deal About The Resurrection?

    Contributed by Jay Patton on May 15, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,163 views

    A Sermon I gave on Easter teaching why it is essential that we believe in the resurrection of Jesus.

    Introduction: Swoon Theory – Read Crucifixion Described Read Scripture/Pray Background: Paul talking to those who deny the resurrection, still today, 4 consequences Purpose Statement: If Christ is not raised from the grave… I. Our Preaching is in vain A. Preaching a Dead Christ won’t save ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shane Brooks avatar

    The Bare Nessecities

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on May 31, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,052 views

    Wanna go through life with power? Here’s 5 essentials for a powerful life.

    2 Peter 1:1-4 The first time Our family went to Ruidoso— Packed everything----Going to the mountains We had everything we needed We didn’t know they had a Wal-Mart, McDonald’s etc. We ended up not needing them— Certain things you have to pack Camping– Tent Swimming– Suit Fishing– Pole, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Three Resp0nses To The Gospel

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Oct 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,449 views

    The three responses to Paul’s message in Athens are essentially the same as we see today.

    THE THREE RESP0NSES TO THE GOSPEL “And when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some mocked, while others said, "We will hear you again on this matter." So Paul departed from among them. However, some men joined him and believed.” Acts 17:32-34 NKJV The Athenian crowd seemingly enjoyed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praise Opened The Door

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 26, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,316 views

    This Message Shows How Essential Praise Is In our Everyday Life Whether Afflicted Or Not.

    Praise Opened The Door Acts 16: 25- 26 25) And at midnight Paul and Silas Prayed and Sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. 26) And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundation of the prison were opened, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Fear Of God

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 5, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 26,324 views

    Fearing God is essential in order to be spiritually successful. Christians need to cultivate this virtue in their lives.

    Today, we are going to examine a topic that once was considered to be a very basic part of religious life. It was discussed quite often even to the extent that it was part of common conversation back in the days of our great-grandparents. Today, the topic is shunned by society and even by most ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    And Suddenly

    Contributed by Daniel Chua on Feb 17, 2005
    based on 76 ratings
     | 23,734 views

    There 5 essential attitudes that we need in this season of the suddenlies. Get ready - God is moving!

    And Suddenly Malachi 3:1 ’The Lord you are seeking will suddenly come to his Temple.’ Introdution Webster Dictionary defines ’suddenly’ as ‘happening unexpectedly; changing angle all at once; marked by abruptness; brought about in a short time.’ We are in a season of the unexpected where the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Compassion: Without It You Are Guilty Of Hate

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Nov 14, 2015
     | 4,009 views

    Compassion is an essential element for a Christian. No compassion is equal to hate, which might be equal to murder.

    Compassion: Without it you are Guilty of Hate Kelly Durant I Jn 3:14-18 Compassion is sympathy for the suffering and a desire to help! Do something! They say that giving a beggar a piece of bread is a civil duty, but to give him a bread with butter on it, now that is compassion! Compassion is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    An Assortment Of Sayings Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 15, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,372 views

    Jesus teaches us three essential elements of discipleship in Luke 11:27-36.

    Scripture Jesus concluded his season of ministry in Galilee and “set his face to go to Jerusalem” (Luke 9:51). During one portion of his journey toward Jerusalem he gave his disciples additional instruction. Let’s read an assortment of sayings in Luke 11:27-36: 27 As he said ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Struggling With Stress Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,020 views

    Stress is a common reality in life and learning how to cope with stress is essential to walking with Christ

    Struggling with Stress Luke 8:22-25 Series: Winning the Battle with Anxiety May 5, 2013 Morning Service Traits characteristic of the stress-prone: 1. Plans day unrealistically 2. First to arrive, last to leave 3. Always in a hurry 4. Makes no plan for relaxation 5. Feels guilty about doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Wonders Of His Love Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 26, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,225 views

    Why the God-centeredness of God is essential in His expression of love for sinners like us.

    Dakota Community Church December 23, 2012 Wonders of His Love From The Westminster Shorter Catechism (1647): Question 1: What is the chief end of man? Answer 1: Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy Him for ever. Man’s chief end is to glorify God: Romans 11:36 For from ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Favored To Forgive Series

    Contributed by Ulysses Mckneely on Jun 3, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,527 views

    Forgiveness is essential in the Christian walk; but how many can forgive while vengence is at their fingertips?

    FAVORED TO FORGIVE GEN. 45:1-5 PT3(Getting over myself) Sermon by Rev. U.R. Mckneely II 6/6/2010 “Simon Wiesenthal lost 89 relatives in Hitler’s death camps. He has devoted his life to finding Nazi criminals and bringing them to justice. He is often asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist