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  • Gary Landsberg avatar

    The Chosen Ones Series

    Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Jun 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,548 views

    We are chosen by God to be His special children. There is no mistake that you were born in this world. You were born for a purpose, and we need to stand strong in that knowledge.

    EPHESIANS SERIES THE CHOSEN ONES EPHESIANS 1:11-14 INTRODUCTION 1. Dearly Beloved of Jesus, thank you for coming here today. I pray that you will see Jesus today, and find out the call He has on your life. I also pray that you will allow The Holy Spirit to influence you to become more like ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Life In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 9, 2007
    based on 90 ratings
     | 109,227 views

    This message is part of a series Entitled "Walking in the Spirit." Though Christians believe in the Holy Spirit, many do not understand how to walk daily in the Spirit nor the blessings God grants to those who do.

    ROMANS 8:5-11 LIFE IN THE SPIRIT Our text reveals that there are only two ways to live life. Paul draws several contrasts between existence ruled by the flesh and the new life of the Spirit. To walk in the Spirit is to be "in step" with the Spirit. Life in the Spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chip Monck avatar

    Who Cares...when I Am Stressed And Depressed? Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jul 19, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,962 views

    Third in a series exploring life crisis, inspired by the Outreach materials for the "Who Cares" campaign. This message explores stress and depression.

    (This message extensively based on the sermon starters provided in the "Who Cares" package materials from Outreach.) He is believed to have been one of England’s finest preachers, C.H. Spurgeon. Some may know that he was referred to in many circles, and is still known today as the Prince of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • David Owens avatar

    Avoiding The Mistake Of Alcohol And Drugs Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 20,756 views

    Substance abuse is dangerous and detrimental. In this lesson we learn from the mistakes of biblical characters.

    Introduction: A. During the days of prohibition, an evangelist was preaching against the evils of alcohol. 1. He demonstrated the destructive force of the demon drink by dropping a worm into a bottle of whiskey. 2. By the time the worm hit the bottom of the bottle, the worm was dead. 3. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Flowers avatar

    Develop A Rule Of Life Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,266 views

    Eighth and last in the series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, this message challenges listeners to begin developing a "rule of life" -- a personal, intentional, handcrafted set of guidelines for how to live . This is the way we stay connected to God in

    Develop a Rule of Life Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 8 Wildwind Community Church November 28, 2010 David Flowers 1 Cor. 7:35 A couple of weeks ago when we talked about the Sabbath and the Daily Office, I spent the first eight or nine minutes of the message reviewing the routines that ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Discipleship Part 5 Character Traits Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 29, 2011
     | 3,976 views

    This message continues with the character traits of a disciple based on the beatitudes.

    Discipleship Part 5: Character Traits Scriptures: Matthew 5:3-11; Numbers 12; Matthew 11:27-30 Introduction This morning we will continue with the character traits of a disciple using the beatitudes from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount as our reference. To date we have discussed three traits: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joseph Stapleton avatar

    What Is Worship?

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 6, 2011
     | 4,755 views

    So much confusion about Worship, as if it really is all about a type of music, let's see what Jesus has to say about worship.

    WHAT IS WORSHIP? (All of my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com And all Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) This morning we are missing all the other Elders of the church, I am the only one here. They are all attending worship at our sister church in Shenendoah, and will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Like Father, Like Children Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,418 views

    In today's lesson we learn about the characteristics of a spiritual father.

    Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is knowing the characteristics of a spiritual father. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Like ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Wisdom Of The Olive Tree

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 21,737 views

    Some very valuable lessons come from looking at the traits of the ageless olive tree.

    Judges 9:8-9 KJV The trees went forth on a time to anoint a king over them; and they said unto the olive tree, Reign thou over us. [9] But the olive tree said unto them, Should I leave my fatness, wherewith by me they honour God and man, and go to be promoted over the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mustard Seed Size Faith

    Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Oct 3, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,334 views

    We should expect that even small faith can have a big impact, if...

    During the time we lived on Guam Cheryl and I were fortunate enough to spend two weeks vacationing in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. I could go on for hours about how wonderful Australia is and how much we enjoyed our time and the people there. (It was a much needed break from the pressure cooker ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    How To Act In A Paradoxical World Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 24, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,720 views

    We are encouraged to trust God even when things don't add up.

    Scripture One Bible commentator says of our text for today, “This is one of those passages that sets preachers to pacing in their studies, wringing their hands: What does it mean? How do we preach it?” Another commentator says of the first part of today’s text (7:15-24), ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Joseph Stapleton avatar

    Spiritual Bootcamp

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Nov 8, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,778 views

    Perhaps the greatest lessons I learned about life came during Marine Corps bootcamp, Paris Island, the Summer of 1978. Christians need bootcamp too.

    (All my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted.) SPIRITUAL BOOTCAMP When I was young I was a very active kid, I am sure many of you were as well. We may have to strain a little to remember those days, but most all of us could not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    What About Unanswered Prayer? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Nov 10, 2011
    based on 15 ratings
     | 16,963 views

    God always answers our prayers but sometimes in ways we do not expect. God responds to our prayers in four ways; No, Slow, Grow and Lets Go!

    WHAT ABOUT UNANSWERED PRAYER? An overweight businessman decided it was time to shed some excess pounds. He took his new diet very seriously. He changed his driving route to work in the morning to avoid passing by his favorite bakery. He even prayed that God would help him to loose weight. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Richard Down avatar

    Emergency Planning

    Contributed by Richard Down on Jan 7, 2011
     | 5,284 views

    Emergency planning means getting ready for when things go wrong. This sermon considers how well we are prepared for things to go wrong in our Christian lives and how God can lift us back up when we fall.

    Many years ago when I was rather younger and fitter than I am now I was a member of a local Rescue Team. Our remit was partly Mountain Rescue but since the mountains in our area were rather made up of hills and moors this was not the dramatic role you might expect. We tended to get calls to assist ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • David Owens avatar

    God's Marriage Instructions Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,870 views

    This sermon addresses God's commands for wives to submit to their husbands, and for husbands to be considerate and respectful of their wives.

    Introduction: A. Marriage bears the brunt of a lot of humor, and in many respects for good reason. B. Here’s a few interesting quotes about marriage: 1. Mae West said: “Marriage is a great institution, but I'm not ready for an institution yet.” 2. Rita Rudner said: “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ