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  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    On Another Level

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Aug 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,919 views

    "But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil."

    On Another Level: Hebrews 5:14 Introduction: As a pastor, teacher, or influencer, we need to teach on the level of understanding that our learners have. For example…I have a close friend who already has a doctorate degree and is working on her second. She is very intellectual and has spoken to some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Word 9: Truth Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 7, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,244 views

    Fish fables, politicians, it seems acceptable and expecte for people to lie today. God clealy calls us to truth and Jesus echos it with be people of honesty and integrity. IF we are God’s people we should be known as people of truth!

    The Ten Commandments: Ten Words The World needs to hear Word Nine: Truth Intro: Long before the great fish fables, long before politician became a synonym for liar, liar, God gave this ninth word. “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.” The original context of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Testimony That Pleases God

    Contributed by Larry Finley on Sep 29, 2009
     | 4,597 views

    Outline used for Funeral of Pastor Friend, with some modifications and then preached the next Sunday AM Service.

    A TESTIMONY THAT PLEASES GOD 9/20/09 Hebrews 11:5 A. CLEAR TESTIMONY 1. Salvation Acts 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. a. Singularity of salvation Neither is there salvation in any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Signs Of A Losers Life Series

    Contributed by Larry Finley on Sep 29, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,896 views

    Haman was the ultimate loser whose life gives us clues to watch for.

    SIGNS OF A LOSER’S LIFE 8/18/09 Esther 6:9-14 S__ L__ R__ 1. Haman – trouble or turmoil a. probably cut a wide path & left a lot of bodies b. #2 but I don’t think would have been satisfied c. Texaco – Dist. Mgr. >clerks I’m going to top – stay out of my way or I will step on you! d. 6 mos. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving All Diligence

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Sep 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,125 views

    This is a word study in sermon form on the word diligence

    “GIVE ALL DILIGENCE” Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. (Proverbs 4:23) INTRODUCTION: It is important as believers that we understand the clear meaning of the word diligence so that we may know how we should exercise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lighting The Fire - Light The Fire 4 Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009
     | 4,270 views

    This is the fourth of the "Lighting the Fires of Pentecost" sermon series focusing on overcoming the dip in our Spiritual Lives.

    Acts 2:1-21 NIV When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. 2 Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. 3 They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Hebrews? Series

    Contributed by Dale Mcintire on Feb 10, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,857 views

    Setting expectations for a multiyear expositional series on the book of Hebrews.

    God Has Spoken Hebrews 1:1-2 I. Why Hebrews? A. The Challenge of Hebrews 1. “It has been said that the book of Hebrews is the least known of all New Testament epistles.” 2. Full of unfamiliar O.T. References 3. Logic complex and difficult to understand without extensive study 4. Yet, it contains ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    The Love Deal

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 18, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,572 views

    Our society confuses LOVE and LUST. Unlike lust, God’s kind of love is directed toward others, not inward toward ourselves. This kind of love goes against our natural inclinations. It is natural to love them that love us, but it is supernatural to love th

    Opening illustration: Newspaper columnist and minister George Crane tells of a wife who came into his office full of hatred toward her husband. "I do not only want to get rid of him, I want to get even. Before I divorce him, I want to hurt him as much as he has me." Dr. Crane suggested an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Happened To Your Joy?

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Aug 2, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,205 views

    A communion sermon emphasizing joy as a barometer of our walk with Christ;

    WHAT HAPPENED TO YOUR JOY? Galatians 4:15 NOTE: This sermon was preached in tandem with Pastor Ken's associate pastor of Congregational Care. Pastor Gary's portion is provided only in rough outline. Sermon Objective: A communion sermon emphasizing joy as a barometer of our walk with Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Binding The Strong Man Series

    Contributed by Ben Irabor on Aug 9, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 36,550 views

    Who is the strong man? And how does one identify the strong man? The strong man is one that controls a stronghold. That is a place or territory under his influence, which is heavily fortified and is impregnable. It’s important for us to see things the w

    Binding the Strong Man: Title: Identifying the Strong Man. Who is the strong man? And how does one identify the strong man? The strong man is one that controls a stronghold. That is a place or territory under his influence, which is heavily fortified and is impregnable. It’s important for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Discipleship Ii: Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 11, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,695 views

    Many levels of faithfulness are important parts of true discipleship.

    Discipleship II: Faithfulness Pastor Eric J. Hanson August 15, 2010 As we consider what it is to be a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ, we must touch on the matter of being faithful in following Him, being faithful in following through on His call on your life, being faithful in walking away ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    “believers Multiplication” Series

    Contributed by Rev. Reynaldo Bechayda on Aug 18, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,069 views

    We are called to make disciples... we are born to reproduce... Someone took time to develop you become who you are now, you are expected to do the same with other believers.

    “BELIEVERS MULTIPLICATION” 2 Timothy 2:1-2 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others. Introduction: The growth of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Between The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,745 views

    The Lord Almighty is present with His children in the midst of the darkest nights.

    Between The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea (Psalm 46) 1. You never know for sure when troubles will arise, or where they come from. 2. This AP story broke this past week: LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A fire that did $20,000 in damages to a northeast Arkansas home wasn't caused by an electrical problem ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Roper avatar

    Jesus The Restorer Of Hands And Hearts

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 26, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,180 views

    Revitalization is God’s special work.

    Jesus the Restorer of hands and hearts Luke 6:6-12 Our front lawn in this summer heat has been turning from thick and green, to greenish-yellow, to yellow-brown, in places it has withered away and died. This last rain has helped, it has turned greener, and thicker again. What caused the lawn ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • ADEOLU AKIN-ABRAHAM avatar

    The Problem Of A Wicked Neighbour.

    Contributed by Adeolu Akin-Abraham on May 11, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 33,837 views

    Beware of evil neighbours and friends that lead people away into destruction.

    The bible talks about the problem and danger of a wicked neighbour: Proverbs 21:10 The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes. Proverbs 12:26 The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them. Psalm 28:3 Draw me not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal