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  • Terry Blankenship avatar

    The First Melancholy Christmas

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Dec 22, 2006
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    The Christmas season is a difficult time for some to celebrate when they have suffered tragedy during the year. That first Christmas also had their share of tragedies.

    Matthew 2:13-23 The First Melancholy Christmas Introduction – I Heard the Bells Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was filled with sorrow at the tragic death of his wife in a fire in 1861. The Civil War broke out that same year and it seemed this was an additional punishment. Two years later, Longfellow ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking In God's Ways Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on Dec 27, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 20,456 views

    Jesus taught us how to walk in God’s ways

    On our journey through the Bible, we have come to the book of Micah. Some of you may not be familiar with this little book at all, and others may be wondering why we would focus on Micah at Christmas. Some of Micah’s words may be more familiar than you realize. In January 1977, when President ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Beauty Of The Prayer Shawl (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 15, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,159 views

    Exploring the Jewish roots of Christianity by studying the symbolism of the prayer shawl.

    Last week we started a new sermon series entitled “The Beauty of the Prayer Shawl.” The purpose of this series is to help us understand a little bit more about the Jewish roots of our faith. Jesus told us that “…salvation is of the Jews.” Basically what he means is that there would be no such ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoiding Costly Mistakes At All Costs - Tolerance Series

    Contributed by Don Jones on Sep 24, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,027 views

    The fourth message in the series deals with tolerance. It focuses on inconsistent behaviors that tell others we are "not of God"

    Avoiding Costly Mistakes At All Costs - Tolerance Acts 15:1-29; Galatians 2:11-14 Pastor Don Jones West Glendale Baptist Church We live in a world today that expects tolerance; tolerance of alternate life-styles, tolerance of other religions, and tolerance of others habits and sexual preferences. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Death, Life, And Grace Series

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jun 23, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,778 views

    Sermon 6 in Galatians series.

    Last week – Conflict in Antioch Paul’s public rebuke of Peter, who had stopped eating with the Gentiles because of pressure from Legalistic Jews who were treating Jewish Christians in Jerusalem harshly because of Peters association with Gentiles in Antioch. Paul’s basic argument with Peter was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shattering Myths About The Unchurched Part One

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 15, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
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    Four myths commonly believed about the unchurched.

    God’s Glorious Church Shattering Myths about the Unchurched: Part One John 4:35 Woodlawn Baptist Church February 13, 2005 Introduction (See endnote) You are probably familiar with the chapter in which our text is found. Jesus had been speaking with the woman at the well, had led her to saving ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith To Get Out Of The Boat

    Contributed by Tim Zukas on Jan 1, 2006
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    Stepping out

    Aboard - A piece of lumber that may be used to repair your boat. Adrift - A method of moving across the water when nothing on your boat works. Astern - A type of look. Your spouse gives you astern look when you attempt to buy things for your new boat. Bow - This is what you do in front of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The "In Christ" Metamorphosis

    Contributed by Vanita George on Apr 20, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 11,467 views

    This is about a Child of God experiencing the FULLNESS in Christ.

    The “In Christ” Metamorphosis - Vanita George (20/04/2005) (WOV Fire Group) Introduction: The title for my message today is “The ‘In Christ’ Metamorphosis”. I did my Bachelors in Zoology and I guess that’s where I’ve picked this term ‘Metamorphosis’. Most of us must know what it means ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Journal Of God

    Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 1, 2005
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    If the Bible was God’s journal, what would His entry read about the notable days of your life?

    "The Journal of God" Dan. 7:10, Rev. 20:12 Dan. 7:10 A river of fire was flowing, coming out from before him. Thousands upon thousands attended him; ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him. The court was seated, and the books were opened. Mal. 3:16. Then those who feared the LORD talked ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lessons From Esther

    Contributed by Doug Stringer on May 15, 2005
    based on 161 ratings
     | 31,308 views

    There are many valuable lessons we can learn from the story of Esther, here are some of them.

    LESSONS FROM ESTHER We are in the middle of a lot of change here at CCBC. I know that the renovations have gone on longer than any of us expected. We are all looking forward to seeing things get done around here. Over the next few weeks, we are going to be having a few different services. Next ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Servant Leadership

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 21, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 17,149 views

    Jesus’perspective on servant leadership changes the way we see our our Master, our fellow leaders, and the church members we serve.

    Servant Leadership Matthew 20:20-28 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy’s, who died a few years, became a familiar sight to millions in his company’s television commercials. I used to refer to him as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Excuses

    Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Aug 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,991 views

    Excused we make to deny our calling from God!!!

    EXCUSES Matthew 28:19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Excuses Are Like Noses

    Contributed by David Mcgowin on Feb 9, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,913 views

    Excuses are like noses, everybody has one....

    Excuses Are Like Noses Exodus 4:1-13 01/22/06 Have you ever wondered what it would sound like if excuses for church related things were used elsewhere, such as at a ball game? Fortunately, someone came up with such a list, a list of church excuses but they are related to a ball game. 1) Every time ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Mar 3, 2006
    based on 46 ratings
     | 21,985 views

    Listening to the voice of Jesus, who laid down his life for his sheep, is the only way to enter into eternal life.

    “The Good Shepherd” John 10: 1 – 18; Ezekiel 34: 11 – 16; Psalm 23 Introduction: Of Sheep and Shepherds Ask the children: What kind of animal would you like to be? Why? Have you ever noticed that no one ever says that they want to be a sheep? Why is that? Does anyone here know what sheep are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Strange Attitude

    Contributed by Lynell Friesen on May 24, 2001
    based on 59 ratings
     | 3,790 views

    The Spirit of God has revealed who the Messiah is.

    See, my servant will act wisely; he will be raised and lifted up and highly exalted. Just as there were many who were appalled at him-- his appearance was so disfigured beyond that of any man and his form marred beyond human likeness--so will he sprinkle many nations, and kings will shut their ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed