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  • Troy Borst avatar

    Service Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 15, 2001
    based on 69 ratings
     | 10,374 views

    A series of sermons from Richard Foster’s book "Celebration of Discipline." A top 10 book for any Christian!

    CELEBRATION OF DISCIPLINE: SERVICE JOHN 13:1-17 INTRODUCTION William Law made a lasting impact upon 18th century England with his book, A Serious Call to a Devout and Holy Life. In it, Law urges this Christian that every day should be viewed as a day of humility. And how does he suggest that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The End Of Christianity

    Contributed by Simon Rundell on Sep 7, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
     | 2,905 views

    A response to Cardinal Murphy-O’Connor’s statement that Christianity had been “all but eliminated” as a source of moral guidance in people’s lives, and that people were ‘indifferent’ to Christian values. Mission: the essential role of the Church

    Sermon: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time; 9th September 2001 Text: Luke 14:25-33 “Anyone who does not carry his cross and come after me cannot be my disciple” In the name of the +Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. BBC News, last Thursday. The Archbishop of Westminster, Cardinal ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Change & Newness Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 12, 2001
    based on 144 ratings
     | 14,598 views

    Change and newness are integral our Christian life and faith.

    Sermon for 5 Lent, Year C Based on Isa. 43:18-19 & Phil. 3:8-14 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “Change and Newness” In our first and second lessons today, we are grasped by a reality which many people have great difficulties accepting. The reality I am referring to is change and newness. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Christ Of Leviticus

    Contributed by Maurice Brown on Mar 15, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 6,262 views

    These five offerings remind us of what Christ has done for us in offering Himself on the cross.

    INTRODUCTION A. Key question: How can sinful humans worship a holy God? 1. The answer for the Jew was found in this book - Levitcus 2. In Genesis, we see humanity ruined by the fall 3. In Exodus we see God’s chosen people redeemed from bondage ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Meekness Versus Anger Series

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Mar 28, 2002
    based on 126 ratings
     | 6,831 views

    As Christians, we need to channel our anger towards commitment and service within the kingdom of God.

    "Living the Blessed Life: Mercy Versus Anger" -by Antonio L. Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church Text: Matthew 5:5 I. Introduction A. Citius, Altius, Fortius- Faster, Higher, Stronger- that is the Olympian theme. Citius, Altius, Fortius- a chant that has dominated our minds for a fortnight ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Grace Of God

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Apr 27, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 8,349 views

    We are saved by grace, called into service by grace, and called to a grace filled life.

    The Grace of God. Eph. 1:1-8 INTRO.: Define grace as seen in the Scriptures: "A spiritual gift or attainment. Something received freely from God, Divine favor or good will." Grace is something we all need but none of us deserves it. God’s grace pours out of His heart of overflowing love for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Joy Of Proper Thinking Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,340 views

    Part 9 in a series on Philippians focusing on the mind of a Christian

    The Joy of Proper Thinking Philippians 4:1-9 I. Introduction A. A Bright Future 1. In 1999 and 2000 Rick Ankeil was a sure fire star. a) He pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals. b) Some called him the next Sandy Kuafax. c) He seemed to be a natural. 2. A New Season a) The 2001 became a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Faithfulness Of God

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 6, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 13,740 views

    Above all other things, God is faithful!

    From the Desk of Toby Powers Pastor of Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA The Faithfulness of God Isaiah 49:7 Intro: Israel had failed the Lord. He told them of his frustration with them. He expressed to them that he may have spent time working on them in vain. Even so, he would not cast his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What God-Given Faith Produces

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 29, 2006
    based on 29 ratings
     | 17,503 views

    We need to make a clear distinction between God-given faith and “faith” that is the product of man’s reasoning or Satan’s devices.

    WHAT GOD-GIVEN FAITH PRODUCES “Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. For by it our ancestors were approved. By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen has been made from things that are not visible.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Transfiguration Of Christ

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 12, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,567 views

    The glory of the Son of God was never more magnificently displayed than at His Transfiguration.

    THE TRANSFIGURATION OF CHRIST “Now it came to pass, about eight days after these sayings, that He took Peter, John, and James and went up on the mountain to pray. As He prayed, the appearance of His face was altered, and His robe became white and glistening. And behold, two men talked with Him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    Landmarks

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 17, 2006
    based on 104 ratings
     | 8,368 views

    There are something that should be changed in our churches but we need to make sure we never change the LARDMARKS of our FAITH.

    LANDMARKS JER. 6:17 Pro 22:28 Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set. E. We live in a day when churches has entered into programs which I truly wonder if God ever had any intention for the church to get involved in. People want to know what you have to offer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am Crossing Over To The Other Side 5 Of 7! Series

    Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 3, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,948 views

    A sermon affirming that all things came by,through and from the Living Word of God.Thus all things living and non-living can hear,obey and submit to the Word of God.If problems,storms, demons, sickness , etc arises Just speak they will hear!

    “And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.” mark 4:39 Just speak they will hear! Your words have creative and authoritative power. All we see today came as a result of the spoken words. Many times people ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Church Defined Series

    Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Dec 28, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,712 views

    This message describes what & who makes up the church.

    1 Peter 2:9-10 The Church Defined Introduction: Many times you define something by giving a description of the thing. You can describe something by what it is and by what it is not and so forth… Note how text breaks down: “But ye (plural) are…that ye should…. (The church ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Marching Orders

    Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,725 views

    A sermon pointing out the wisdom of God after a popular pastor was moved unexpectedly by the denominational leadership, to the surprise of both the pastor and the Church

    Acts 8:4-8,26 13:1-4 The length of stays of Salvation Army officers in appointments has gradually increased over the years. In the early days it would just be a few months or weeks before they were moved again. William Booth even said at one time that no officer should stay in a corps for more ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Honor Our Graduates

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 30, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,757 views

    A message to the high school graduating class of 2006 at Dakota Community Church and KOZ Youth Mission.

    June 11, 2006 Dakota Community Church Honor Our Graduates Introduction: Welcome again and thank you to the parents for allowing their children to be a part of KOZ. Special occasions like this are one of the best things about being a pastor. Today I want to quickly give you the three most ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite