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  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Palm Sunday: To Worship Jesus As He Really Is

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,049 views

    On Palm Sunday Jesus received a warrior’s welcome into Jerusalem, but Jesus was not that kind of Messiah. Do we worship Jesus as He really is, or as we want him to be?

    Do we worship Jesus as he really is? Or do we worship Jesus as we want him to be? It’s a simple multiple choice question – A or B! Do you want to go 50/50? I’m not going to ask for a show of hands. I wonder what mode of transport you would select for a King. A donkey wouldn’t be top of my list, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    We Will Not Fear Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 15, 2011
     | 3,752 views

    Jesus died on the cross to defeat Satan and to set us free to live for God.

    Series Introduction: We are counting down to Easter. It’s the highest day in the church year. However, there is only one way to arrive at the empty tomb of Easter Sunday. We need to travel to Jesus’ cross. We are discovering the blessings we receive because Jesus died on the cross. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    What Are Those Idols Made Of?

    Contributed by David Wilson on Mar 16, 2011
     | 7,321 views

    Ezekiel prophesies to the mountains and uses some strong language to describe the false gods and idolatry of God

    In Ezekiel chapter 6, Ezekiel’s dramatic visual aids are lessened. Except for his facing the mountains of Israel in a symbolic fashion, this text is pretty much proclamation of God’s message without much dramatization. The message, however, remains strong and powerful. This was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Certain Disciple At Damascus, Named Ananias... Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Oct 31, 2011
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     | 7,915 views

    God uses you even if you are not famous as long as you make yourself available for His service and yourself spiritually to receive and obey His commands.

    And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord. And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Dynamics That Effect Christian Service-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 7, 2012
     | 2,530 views

    1 of 2. Paul warned Timothy of the dynamics required to fulfill his charge. Believers must be aware of the dynamics surrounding the fulfillment of their Christian service. What are some of these dynamics? Christian service must embrace...

    DYNAMICS That EFFECT CHRISTIAN SERVICE—I Attention: Our Okefenokee Canoe trip in early 1980’s/We were members of the Sierra Club/Had a great bunch of friends/We learned to explore the area by canoe(our favorite way)/Just me & wife took a 3-day canoe trip to thru Okefenokee Swamp/Got all equipment ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus At The Pawn Shop

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 18, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,335 views

    It is not that God cannot do it without you, but there are times that He borrows from us to work His will and do His deeds. He will make you a deal that can't be beat.

    When Jesus asks You for a Loan Prov. 22:7 7 ¶ The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender. {the lender: Heb. the man that lendeth} (KJV) 7 El rico se enseñoreará de los pobres; y el que toma prestado es siervo del que presta. (RVG04) "On loan from God"---Rush ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Do You Feel Good Series

    Contributed by Randy Stephenson on May 12, 2012
     | 6,151 views

    Inspirational for the purpose of encouraging a decision to be in a relationship with Jesus Christ.

    John 15:1–8 (ESV) Do you feel good enough about yourself? Maybe the circumstances of life have not been good for you lately. So I will ask are you feeling OK about yourself. Who validates you and your life? At various stages of life we individually experience what it means to feel broken, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Taking One For The Team

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 9, 2011
     | 4,110 views

    Exposition of 1 Corinthians 9 regarding Paul did all things to the glory of Christ, but he explains that the reason that he gives up rights and lives the way that he does is “that he might win some.”

    Text: 1 Cor 9:1-23, Title: Taking One for the Team, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/8/11, AM A. Opening illustration: A teacher asked a boy this question: “Suppose your mother baked a pie and there were seven of you—your parents and five children. What part of the pie would you get?” “A sixth,” replied the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Holland avatar

    God's Secret Agents

    Contributed by Mike Holland on May 10, 2011
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     | 5,747 views

    Fear keeps us from reaching out and connecting with the Angels God has sent to minister to us. In this sermon outline we look at "how to get That hook Up."

    psalm 46:1-7 Psa 46:1 God is our refuge and strength,an ever-present (reliable = really able) help in trouble. Psa 46:2 Therefore we will not fear,(more oppertunity to fear in american than ever before) though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, Psa 46:3 though its ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What It Means To Do Justice Love Mercy And Walk Humbly With God

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jun 27, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 31,704 views

    A great way to begin a new year is to remember who we are in Christ as children of the Father and to recommit ourselves to living a Holy Spirit filled life.

    2.1.11 INTRO It's 2011 and we all have to get used to writing 2011 instead of 2010 -- whether on a cheque or letter. It's easy to forget. POINT It doesn't matter if we forget to do some things, but other memories are more important -- particularly remembering who we are. STORY It's a common ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    A Faith That Gives Hope

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Dec 31, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,139 views

    Faith without hope is not faith at all and we need to anticipate the working of God if our faith is to produce any results.

    A Faith That Gives Hope Griffith Baptist Church – 1/4/09 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:22 (Gen. 50:22-26) Key verse: Hebrews 11:22 - By faith Joseph, when he died, made mention of the departing of the children of Israel; and gave commandment concerning his bones. Premise: Faith without hope is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Goes Around Comes Around Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,294 views

    Jacob thought lightly about taking advantage of others, but he didn’t take it so lightly when others took advantage of him.

    What Goes Around Comes Around (Genesis 29:14b-30) 1. My son, Scott, an insurance broker in Florida, loves ocean fishing and takes his cell phone along on the boat. One morning we were drifting about ten miles offshore as Scott discussed business on the phone. Suddenly his rod bent double, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Carl Allen avatar

    Marks Of Spiritual Immaturity Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Apr 23, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,481 views

    The lack of spiritual growth is a dangerous thing. For there may be blessings to be enjoyed in Christ that only the mature Christian can truly understand and appropriate. If one remains spiritually immature, they do not come to fully appreciate their st

    Marks of Spiritual ImmaturityHebrews 5:11-14Intro Just because one has been a Christian for many years, does not mean they are “mature.”  They may be like the person who had been a teacher for twenty five years.  When she heard about a job that would mean a promotion, she applied for the position.  ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Seeing, Hearing, And Doing

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 30, 2013
     | 7,022 views

    Drawing to a conclusion the last 4 weeks we see three important things we MUST respond to: Seeing, Hearing, and Doing what Jesus Christ shows, says, and commands of us.

    Seeing, Hearing, and Doing Acts 22:1-30 Introduction We are called to have a common purpose in what we do -- The purpose is to worship, to love, and to celebrate Christ and share Him always -- That is our challenge, mission, and it is STILL where we find ourselves today Paul understood ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christ: The Better Speaker! Series

    Contributed by Thomas Mccracken on Oct 16, 2013
     | 3,425 views

    This morning we will find that Christ is a better speaker because He has shown us that He does care for us. He has demonstrated His love toward us in that while we were yet sinners He sent His Son to die for us.

    Christ IS Better! Christ: The Better Speaker Hebrews 1:1-4 Intro: For anyone that speaks publically, whether in a small group setting or in front of thousands, it is essential to make a connection with those you are speaking to. You may have valuable information, you may have the highest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist