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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "The Disciple's Hero: Jesus Christ" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,275 views

    A true disciple of Jesus Christ wants to be like him.

    Today we begin a series on Discipleship. Discipleship is all about becoming like Jesus. Consequently, in beginning this series on discipleship, I want us to un­derstand that the disciple’s hero is none other than Jesus Christ. Like any kid who looks at that athlete, or that actor, or that parent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    On Fire Praying

    Contributed by Gary Waguespack on Feb 8, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,058 views

    Mt. 6:5-6 describes "closet" praying, this is "on fire" praying, prayer in the "Holy of Holies." Just us and God in Glory.

    We’re in the Gospel of Matthew and we’re talking about Prayer. We’ll be in Mat. 6:5-15, but especially, vss 5-6. I wonder if you’ve heard about the big Fire at a chemical factory in Kansas? 10 Fire companies were called, but the fire was too intense to do more than spray the edges. The owner ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Capital Punishment

    Contributed by Steven Ostrowski on Feb 20, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,382 views

    Biblical support for Capital Punishment and what it means for our country.

    Capital Punishment Romans: 13: 4 For he is the minister of God to thee for good. But if thou do that which is evil, be afraid; for he beareth not the sword in vain: for he is the minister of God, a revenger to execute wrath upon him that doeth evil. The issue of capital punishment has caused ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    "Funeral"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 2, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 41,464 views

    A funeral sermon for a great saint.

    Thurman Lucy By: Reverend Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News,VA www.parkview-umc.org Thurman Lucy did a lot of reading—especially of the Bible and other books on Christianity. And his mind was so sharp… Ovella, you told me yesterday that Thurman could ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    An Easter People

    Contributed by Gregory Neal on Mar 14, 2005
    based on 109 ratings
     | 15,016 views

    An Easter Sunday Sermon from 1991, based upon John 20:1-18.

    What is there to say on this on this Easter Day? There is an ancient liturgy of the Church, a saying from our grandparents in the faith, so to speak. The worship leader, looking out on the people gathered for worship, would proclaim: "The Lord is Risen!" And the people respond: "He is risen ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Rules For Attempting The Impossible

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Nov 21, 2004
    based on 218 ratings
     | 12,103 views

    How long has it been since you attempted something that seems humanly impossible? Dr. Charles Channey spoke to St. Louis Baptist Association and gave four rules for attempting the impossible.

    RULES FOR ATTEMPTING THE IMPOSSIBLE Matt 14:25-32 “And in the fourth watch of the night He came to them, walking on the sea. And when the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were frightened, saying, "It is a ghost!" And they cried out for fear. But immediately Jesus spoke to them, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Getting Rid Of That Attitude About Government's Authority Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 2, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,078 views

    hristians should generally take a positive, constructive approach toward government (and authority in general) rather than nurture a cynical, rebellious attitude. We need government, like it or not. It is not man’s idea, but God’s. We should try to be

    Getting Rid of That Attitude About Government’s Authority (Romans 13:1-7) 1. It is easy to be negative about authority and government. 2. One of my favorite authors and theologians, John Piper, said this: One of the crucial issues before the Church in America today is: Shall we be American with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Has Rescued Us Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,289 views

    Christmas is all about God coming to rescue us in the person of Jesus Christ.

    As we find ourselves approaching the Christmas season, we find that many in our society want to celebrate Christmas without embracing Christ. Therefore, they seek to define the meaning of Christmas in terms other that biblical terms. For example, Christmas is commonly defined today as "a time of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Knowing God In The New Year

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 3, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,454 views

    It is only when we have a vision of God that we can have a vision of ourselves and our calling

    ISAIAH 6 January 2, 2005 KNOWING GOD IN THE NEW YEAR You may feel a little shaken up coming into 2005. With the huge natural disaster that has happened in Asia, with other events on the world stage like Ukraine, Iraq, Israel in the midst of human disaster or on the brink of it. You may ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    No Room In Our Hearts

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 17, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,507 views

    A Christmas Eve sermon

    Finally! Christmas Eve is finally here! I thought I would never make it! I actually thought that sometime during the past few days some desparate shopper would drive me off the road. I mean, people are driving like maniacs out there. Of course, it is not as if traffic is always good in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Helping Others Find Freedom

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 29, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 9,178 views

    The mission of the church is to help others find freedom in Christ

    Helping Others Find Freedom Luke 5:17-26 February 29, 2004 Introduction As many of you know I am a huge history buff. I read a lot about history, I watch programs on the history channel and I love historical movies because they bring events to life. I was asked one time why I love history so much ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Plastic Surgery And Tan-In-A-Can

    Contributed by John Beehler on Feb 19, 2004
    based on 43 ratings
     | 11,615 views

    We are being transfigured, too.

    Plastic Surgery and Tan-in-a-Can The facts of the story are simple enough: Jesus and 3 disciples go up a mountain, Jesus is praying when he is suddenly transformed or transfigured. His face changes and his clothes become dazzling white. Then Moses and Elijah -- both long dead -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    A Little Leaven Leavens The Whole Lump Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,325 views

    A small amount of sin can corrupt the thinking of a large group of people at the church.

    A Little Leaven Leavens The Whole Lump Gal 5.7-10 Galatians Series July 31, 2005 Chester FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: Lance Armstrong won his seventh Tour de France in a row this last week. A He is sporting legend who comeback from cancer a few years back. 1 The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Newman avatar

    Excellence Or Obedience? Series

    Contributed by Charles Newman on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,972 views

    This is a sermon designed to preach to a group of pastors.

    Excellence or Obedience? Sermon by: Charlie Newman Introduction What in your life would you define as excellent? Do you enjoy excellent food? Do you have an excellent family, maybe even a few excellent friends or a church that excels in fellowship? I’m looking forward tonight to an excellent meal ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "A Big Responsibility"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 20, 2005
    based on 47 ratings
     | 6,114 views

    We are the confessors of Christ who are called to witness to the world.

    Matthew 16:13-20 1 Peter 2:4-10 “A BIG Responsibility” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org You’ve heard the jokes, someone dies and they meet Saint Peter at the Pearly Gates. In these jokes, Peter is the one who decides ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist