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  • Pat Damiani avatar

    Serve Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 29, 2017
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    Fourth in a series on our church's Discipleship Path. The church works best when every member works

    ENGAGE In just a week, the Super Bowl will be on television. And while a lot of people will tune in to watch the game, many more will be watching primarily to see the commercials. And undoubtedly there will be some car commercials among all those high priced ads. While I don’t know exactly what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Feast Of Trumpets Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 30, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,331 views

    How Jesus fulfills the Feast of Trumpets

    ENGAGE Last Sunday 22 people in our family and extended family gathered together to celebrate several birthdays. This is actually a pretty regular occurrence for us since we pretty much have at least one birthday to celebrate almost every month of the year. Those gatherings are always a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Rhine avatar

    Idle Living Series

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,740 views

    Not being idle in the christian life

    Idle Living - 1 Peter 4 July 20, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4. We want to continue on in our study of the book of 1 Peter. Remember that Peter is writing to give practical help to Christians dealing with daily problems. He starts by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    Starting Again Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 27, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,586 views

    First sermon from series in Nehemiah. It examines how God works to rebuild people's lives. Suitable for New Years.

    Nehemiah 1 New Years We got to spend a few days with Sarah and Drew the week after Christmas, visiting in Colorado. We spent some time resting, but we also spent some time sightseeing, driving through the snow-covered mountains and seeing a winter wonderland. As we were discussing their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "True Humility.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 437 ratings
     | 45,656 views

    Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 2, 2001, Title: “True Humility.” Luke 14: 1, 7-14

    Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 2, 2001 Heavenly Father empower us to see everyone’s self worth in the light of Your estimation. Amen. Title: “True Humility.” Luke 14: 1, 7-14 Jesus, at dinner in the house of a leading Pharisee, counsels both the host and his guests about humility and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Luciano Lombardi avatar

    Can The World See The Difference Series

    Contributed by Luciano Lombardi on Feb 27, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 5,690 views

    Objective: As Jesus looks to the future, his desire is for the church to primarily be the place where the world finds God.

    Can the World See the Difference? Subject: The Community of Believers Theme: Being the Place where the world finds God Time: Sunday Morning July 30, 2000 Question: Can the World see the Difference? Introduction: How do we define “being different?” - in the past this has been shaped by what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ray Scott avatar

    Fish Or Cut Bait

    Contributed by Ray Scott on May 12, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 8,415 views

    When Jesus appeared to the 7 Disciples after His resurrection at the Sea of Galilee, He wanted them to be busy while they waited for His coming.

    “Fish Or Cut Bait” TEXT: John 21:1-14 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on the Post-Resurrection appearances of Jesus. This is the 3rd appearance that Jesus makes to His 11 Disciples after His resurrection (21:14) … not counting the appearance to the 2 on the Road to Emmaus (not 2 of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Strategy For Sucess

    Contributed by John Baggett on Mar 29, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 13,582 views

    Nehemiah used a structured and God ordained strategy for accomplishing the mission God placed in his heart. A Strategy that churches can still use and be blessed by today. Planning and following through to really see some things take place for God.

    Strategy for Success Nehemiah 1 : 1-4 & 2: ll-18 In his book The Purpose Driven Church. Rick Warren tells a story about his father being the best fisherman he ever met. He would always catch more fish than anyone else. The reason for his success Warren believed was that his dad "caught the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "The Greatest Future Ever Imagined!" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,519 views

    Heaven awaits those who have trusted Christ as their Savior.

    John 3:16 tells us that when a person comes to God through faith in Jesus Christ, he "shall not perish, but have ETERNAL life." The word "eternal" refers not only to length of life but depth of life! It not only has to do with how long I live, but to how well I live! 1. Eternal Life Is Eternal In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's That Smell?

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 30, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 12,198 views

    A sermon on the fragrance of Christ based on 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 (Outline adapted from Sermon Central Contributor Wayner Burnett; some information and illustrations taken from Criswell Legacy Web Site, W. A. Criswell)

    Sermon for 6/27/2004 What’s That Smell? 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 Introduction: Aromatherapy means "treatment using scents". It is a treatment of caring for the body with pleasant smelling oils. The essential oils are added to the bath or massaged into the skin, inhaled directly or diffused to scent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kenneth Anthony avatar

    The Annunciation

    Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Mar 25, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,630 views

    Sermon discusses Mary’s willingess to become God’s handmaiden. Three lessons are also examined: We are never alone, We are part of a greater plan, and Being faithful leads to greater opportunites to serve God.

    The Annunciation Introduction The other day I was scanning a popular men’s magazine and came across a quiz that tested, “How Daring Are You?” At first, I was certain that I’d score pretty well because I consider myself an innovator and risk taker. For example, I tried Cherry Coke ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Chip Monck avatar

    Springing Forth With Life

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,042 views

    This message emphasizes the importance of a passion for God’s Word in the heart of the believer for growth and maturity.

    Matthew 13:1-9 (reader 1), 18-23 (reader 2) – (While the readers read the scripture, I was handing out a small packet of flower seeds to each person in the congregation) - Seeds suffer different fates - Open packets - Tie to seeds in their hands - Describe their likely fate But what is the seed ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Richard Goble avatar

    How Can I Begin An Effective Prayer Life? Series

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,989 views

    Prayer is communication with God on a personal level. #1 in a 4-part series.

    Title: How Can I Begin An Effective Prayer Life? Series: Prayer Changes Things Text: John 15:5-8 Introduction In the small town we lived in, the volunteer fire department’s telephone was answered by the policeman on duty, who would in turn sound the fire whistle to rally the volunteers to duty. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Our Wonderful Counselor Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 20, 2007
    based on 155 ratings
     | 100,497 views

    This is the first of four sermons on Isaiah 9:6. 1. He Understands Your Struggles 2. He Cares For You 3. He Commits Himself To You

    Our Wonderful Counselor "For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6 (NASV) This prophecy of the coming Christ that was given ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Donnie Martin avatar

    Fired Up, Or Fizzled Out?

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 19, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,453 views

    Satan has no problem with a church that has smoke going up the chimney, as long as there’s no fire in the furnace. If the church isn’t careful, its ministry can become mere methods and mechanics, performed legalistically, without love for Christ.

    FIRED UP, OR FIZZLED OUT? Text: Rev.2: 4 Intro: In the first seven verses of Revelation chapter two, the resurrected Christ, via the Apostle John, writes a letter to the church of Ephesus. At the time this letter was penned, the church of Ephesus was a thriving body of believers. Times were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist