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  • David DeWitt avatar

    The Dangers Of Drifting

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,786 views

    We cannot be effective for Christ if we drift

    The Dangers of Drifting Hebrews 2:1 gives us a specific warning for just this type of spiritual situation. We must pay more careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. How many Christians have drifted their way to a loss of their faith? How many here today ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Christian A&p 101: Carrying Out The Will & Directives Of The Head Series

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 5, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,926 views

    Sermon 4 in a series of 4 sermons reflecting on Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ. In this message we focus on the body’s responsibility to carry out the will of the Head.

    CHRISTIAN A & P 101: CARRYING OUT THE WILL & DIRECTIVES OF THE HEAD Colossians 1:15-20 1. Over the past three Sundays we have been examining the Apostle Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ and have reflected thus far on three lessons we learn from our human anatomy and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Remembering The Important Things" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 31, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 12,432 views

    As we gather to receive communion, what things should we remember?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches April 3, 2005 Daylight Savings Time Begins Communion Sunday “Remembering the Important Things” Luke 22:1-20 INTRODUCTION: We had a speaker at our school one day who had lived in Duncan Falls when he was in the third grade. I didn’t recognize his ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What On Earth Are You Doing--For Heaven's Sake?

    Contributed by Paul Gabriel on May 6, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,171 views

    An appeal for active involvement in Christian service

    Eph. 4:1-16 What Are You Doing--For Heaven’s Sake? I. God’s Grace to the Church - v. 1-7 Notice Paul’s position - ’prisoner of the Lord’ We know that he was the prisoner of the Roman Emperor Nero; yet Paul knew that God is sovereign over Nero, and that he had no power over Paul, except what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    2. Dealing With Division In The Church Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,247 views

    All Christians should recognize Jesus Christ is the leader of the church, and do what they can do foster unity in the local church and the worldwide church.

    INTRO: A very interesting thing happened last week in the NFL playoff game between Indianapolis and Pittsburgh. Trailing by 18 points late in the 3rd quarter, Indianapolis faced a 4th and 2 in their own territory. Coach Tony Dungy made the standard decision and sent out the punting squad. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Your Efforts Show Your Intentions

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,842 views

    How do we build a life which honors God and is available for service tothe Kingdom?

    Your Efforts Show Your Intentions Luke 6:43-49 Introduction: This morning we are going to take a look at a continuation of last week’s parable. We begin with two examples describing what we talked about last week. Attention: Jesus used parables in many instances. Today he will show stark ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Noah: What Happened To The Unicorns? Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,719 views

    The story of Noah is another example of God’s holy character which must punish sin and his overwhelming grace that permits humanity to survive. I begin with a TV commerical from years past about peanut butter cups with Noah and the flood as background.

    In Jesus Holy Name April 27, 2008 Text: Genesis 6:5-8,13-18 Redeemer “Noah: What Happened to All the Unicorns?” Today our world is colored and shaped through the lens of a camera. Television affects us all. Through television we gain ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why 31 Million Have Abandoned Faith In America

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 12, 2008
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,265 views

    Over 31 million Americans are part of this exodus from the church, Samford said, citing a Barna Group study.

    Why 31 Million Have Abandoned Their Faith In America (Conquering conflict, crisis and circumstances) (Phil. 2:1-10) Some American Christians have lost their confidence in church, but that they also have lost their faith in the Bible, the church and Christian beliefs, said the author, who was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Choosing To Make A Difference

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 27, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,777 views

    Our lives have purpose and we’re called on to choose that purpose.

    Choosing to Make a Difference with your Life Cornwall November 13, 2004 Franklin Graham grew up as the oldest son of the famous American evangelist Billy Graham. From the time he was little, Franklin was seen to be his father’s obvious heir. He was told over and over again by family, friends, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Dynamics Of Baptism In The Life Of A Believer

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 14, 2004
    based on 585 ratings
     | 50,397 views

    This message looks at the Place and Significance of Baptism in the life of a believer as well as the Future after baptism for the Believer

    THE DYNAMICS OF BAPTISM IN THE LIFE OF A BELIEVER MATT 28:19-20; 3:13-16; ROM 6:1-7; ACTS 2:41-47 INTRODUCTION: During the earthly ministry of Jesus, there were two, maybe three activities He considered vital to the walk of a believer in Christ. Not essential for salvation, yet essential in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Shield And The Sword

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 9, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,301 views

    The fundamentals of our faith are constantly under attack. This lesson considers the Christian’s response.

    Faith Under Fire The Shield And The Sword Introduction 1. The fundamentals of our faith are under constant attack: the virgin birth, Jesus’ death on the cross, and the resurrection. In the previous lesson, we warned of the danger of constant exposure to such attacks and the consequences to our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Here Today Gone Tomorrow

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 24, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,497 views

    "But the day of the Lord will come!" is an emphatic statement in the word of God. What does this seemingly long wait before the end say about God and what can we know about the way this age will end? This sermon seeks biblical answers to such questions.

    Here Today; Gone Tomorrow II Peter 3:8-13 10-27-02 In October 2000 www.discover.com listed “ 20 Ways the World Could End.” The list included everything from asteroid impact to giant solar flares to global war. World is wondering: How & When it will all End? No ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Round Yon Virgin Mother And Child Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 11, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,879 views

    Part 2 of 2 in series "Why a Virgin?" This involves theological and practical reasons why Jesus had to be born of a virgin.

    Matthew 1:18-25 – Round Yon Virgin Mother and Child Pastor Ben Patterson tells the following story: My 5-year-old niece, Olivia, and her best friend, Claire, were participating in a nativity play at school. Claire was playing Mary, and Olivia was an angel. Before the show, a young boy was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Opposition By Prayer

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 6, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,659 views

    Where do you see yourself in this picture? Are you being pelted by unfair criticism as you are serving Christ? If so, keep on going and God will reward your efforts. Or do you recognize yourself as one who tends to be critical of others? If so, it’s time

    Overcoming Opposition By Prayer (Nehemiah 1:4-11) Illustration: There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword, but the tongue of the wise promotes health. --Proverbs 12:18 Critics talk much and do little that is constructive. They are more interested in trying to make themselves look ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Think Of What You Are Doing!

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on May 28, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,504 views

    Having the knowledge of Christ and failing to share only proves that it means nothing to you; because if it truely did you would not be able to be silent.

    Think of what you are doing! Luke 8:16-21 By: Rev. Phillip A. Wright Jewell Baptist Chapel North Bay, NY. Introduction: This morning we will look into the Parable of the Revealed Light. Did you ever have something that others would love to have seen or look at and never said anything? Did you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist