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  • Thomas Cash avatar

    Be Still And Know Series

    Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 2, 2010
    based on 35 ratings
     | 31,695 views

    This Kyle Idleman message begins in silence. Sometimes we talk too much. To hear God, we need to be where He speaks, confirm His voice, avoid distractions, & respond with obedience. (34 PP slides/posters are available on request)

    Sermon Notes Be Still and Know 1 Samuel 3:1-18 (Sermon notes courtesy of Kyle Idleman, Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, KY) NOTE: This is most effective if the speaker begins the message in silence, holding up 34 different posters for the congregation to read, making the point that many are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Rise Of A World Power Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 3, 2009
     | 2,915 views

    This message is a part of a series that surveys the entire Bible. It is based upon the study guide from an older Chuck Swindoll series. This message surveys Joshua-2 Samuel.

    Today, we set out on the second segment of our journey on God’s Route 66. This segment will be quite historical. These five historical books that we are going to survey today trace Israel’s transformation from a band of twelve wandering nomadic tribes to a powerful united nation. Also during this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Acts 2 - Empowered Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 13, 2013
     | 8,082 views

    God is going to reach a lost world through the empowering of the Holy Spirit and His church. We depend on One and devote to building His church through the teaching of His Word, fellowship, communion and prayer.

    Reaching the lost world for Christ would necessarily mean the birth of the Church, the body of Christ, the gathering of believers in Christ. • This is a divine institution, not a man-made organisation. Through the Body of Christ the world will come to see Christ. • The Church is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    That Pentecostal Fire

    Contributed by Steven Angus on May 20, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 23,665 views

    How The Tongues of fire at Pentecost demonstrates the power of God. Fire is a biblical image of God.

    That Pentecostal Fire Acts 2:1-4 Fire has long represented God and the presence of his Holy Spirit. (strike match or a lighter) One day as Moses was tending his father-in-law's sheep, he saw an amazing sight. A bush was on fire, yet it was not being consumed. As he approached this unusual ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Blessed To Be A Blessing

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Aug 16, 2011
     | 10,761 views

    Sermon of the sovereignty of God over the nations.

    The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost August 14, 2011 Proper 15 A St. Andrew’s Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Psalm 67 Blessed to be a Blessing On August 13, 1961, Berlin woke up to discover East German soldiers blocking off streets and erecting a wall of cemented paving stones ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    I Am Salt And Light Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 21, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 14,302 views

    Jesus says we are the salt of the earth and light of the world. We have an identity that cannot be ignored, and an influence that cannot be neglected. We need to be intentional about it. The Lord expects us to be salt and light for our generation.

    Who do you think you are? • You are an ambassador of Christ, You are God’s masterpiece, and you are an overcomer, through Christ who loves you. • Today, we want to hear what Jesus says in Matt 5:13-16. Jesus says that you are the salt of the earth and you are the light of the world. • Not you ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Good News About Heaven

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 5, 2013
     | 3,420 views

    God has great news of those who are his own. The fulfillment of that will be seen in heaven.

    GOOD NEWS OF HEAVEN DORN RIDGE FEBRUARY 17, 2013 Audio Link to sermon: http://chirb.it/rFfgdK INTRODUCTION: 1.) The very opening verse of the Word of God begins: "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." 2.) Over the course of the next two chapters Genesis reveals details of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "What On Earth Made You Do That?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 16, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,971 views

    If we follow the way of Christ’s generosity, and forgiveness with utter loyalty, there will always be folks who will bluntly call us “crazy.”But, “Christ’s love compels us.”

    2 Corinthians 5:11-21 “What on Earth made You do That?” “What on earth made you do that?” The newspaper reporter was incredulous. A young woman had just won a three-week trip around the world. It was the chance of a lifetime! And she had given it up in order to ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Baptism: What Does It Mean?

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,331 views

    This is 1 of 2 sermons that share some common elements. This one focuses on the Greek behind the word “baptizo” and some of the historical, literature references

    Introduction Baptism has become a part of every believer’s life. At some point, we make the plunge, are cleansed from our sins, and take on the name as Christians. But, Christians, as a whole, can not agree on the proper way to baptize and the effect that bestows on us. Tonight, I’d like you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Speak To One Another In Song

    Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 31, 2011
     | 7,573 views

    A pentecostal sermon discussing Spiritual Songs.

    SPEAK TO ONE ANOTHER IN SONG (This sermon was adapted from a sermon by David Dykes) Ephesians 5:18-21 (NKJV) 18 And do not be drunk with wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled with the Spirit, 19 speaking to one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When Christ’s Church Almost Lost Its Focus Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Aug 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,946 views

    The Apostles determined to focus on the Ministry of the Word of God and Prayer as their highest priority. Developing a priesthood of believers, they resolved a potential problem, and God blessed their decision.

    WHEN CHRIST’S CHURCH ALMOST LOST ITS FOCUS Acts 6:1-7 Dorn Ridge Church of Christ and York Manor Nursing Home August 24, 2014 INTRODUCTION: 1.) This morning we are continuing to look at the Church in the book of Acts. A.) I want us to see a time when the church faced a situation that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Desires, Motive, And The Christian Mind Series

    Contributed by Vince Miller on Aug 28, 2018
     | 6,795 views

    Our desires are the heart of the mind and can lead us to great things as well as destructive patterns.

    Well, I have to tell you, men, I do believe that us reigning in our desires and guiding our motivation are very important. I just want you to think - just for a moment about 1 area in your life where you lack self-control. Just 1 area. Whether it's - you eat too much. Whether it's you drive like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    The Gospel

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 28, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,739 views

    This week in our What We Believe series we are taking a look at the gospel of Jesus Christ, and how we, like Paul, are not to be ashamed of it, because it is the power and righteousness of God.

    What We Believe The Gospel Romans 1:14-17 In our series on what we believe, last week we looked at the Bible and how it is God’s word to us providing answers and directions for life that are practical, beneficial, and relevant. It teaches us what is true and reproves what isn’t, and it instructs ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    A Smile On The Face Of Papa-God

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 2, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,506 views

    A sermon on Sun-bathing and Son-bathing, the sacred heart, and the God who wraps his arms around us in love. Preached at St Joseph the Worker Northolt for their

    Deuteronomy 4:7 “For what other great nation has a god so near to it as the Lord our God is whenever we call to him?” When I was a teenager the church I went to after I became a Christian had a big statue like this one (point to the statue of the Sacred heart). Jesus with his arms outstretched ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "Standing On The Promises Of God"

    Contributed by Kenneth Q. James on Feb 26, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 39,863 views

    A sermon to encourage us to trust and stand firm on God's promises.

    “STANDING ON THE PROMISES OF GOD” Isaiah 43:1-7 But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. 2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the ...read more

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