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  • Patrick Nix avatar

    From Victim To Victory Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 13, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,453 views

    This message is #1 in the road to recovery. It covers the ’first step’ to true freedom from habits, hangups, and hurts.

    Genesis 37:23-24 / Psalms 40:1-2 * Most of us have been around long enough to realize this isn’t a perfect church – full of imperfect people. Wow! A Revelation * Most of us feel comfortable generalizing our imperfection and faults. o Its easy to say, “yeah, we all have hurts, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Loving God

    Contributed by Paul Norwood on Mar 14, 2011
     | 5,710 views

    How we are to accomplish the first and great command to love God with all our heart, soul and mind.

    “Loving God” Text: 1 John 4:7-11 I. Welcome II. Introduction The beloved apostle John penned the beautiful words of our scripture reading this morning in which one of the great attributes of God is set forth – God is love. Yet, as we begin reading the OT, we find no reference to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    2011 - Living For Jesus Above All Else Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,059 views

    First of a two-part series on living for Jesus 24/7, setting the foundation for our focus for 2011.

    2011 – Living for Jesus Above All Else Various Scriptures December 26, 2010 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY'S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Audio of this sermon can be found at www.aberdeenwesleyan.org Me: I’m excited to talk to you guys this morning, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Finding God

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 26, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,962 views

    Where is God? This was my first sermon at a new church, and it showed several priorities: worship, ministry, and outreach.

    Acts 17:16-28 – Not Far From Each One of Us Today I would like to share with you a fairly simple thought. It’s been debated and dissected over the years. A person may not know what to do with it, but one thing is for sure: you can’t escape it. That truth... is that God is near. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Master Submission Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 21, 2012
     | 4,307 views

    Self-centeredness and the 'me first' attitude permeate our culture. But Paul points us in a different direction.

    “Building Quality Relationships: With Christians – Master Submission” Phil. 2:1-11 & Eph. 5:18-21 Michael Hernandez has written a piece called “Property Laws as Viewed by a Toddler.” Included are the following toddler laws: “If I like it, it’s mine. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Making Of A Compelling Christian Community Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 24, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,065 views

    The first to become followers of Christ give us insight into the essential elements for forming a compelling Christian community.

    Title: The Making of a Compelling Christian Community (The Good Ole Days… Today) Text: Acts: 2:42-47; 4:32-37 Thesis: The first to become followers of Christ give us insight into the essential elements for forming a compelling Christian community. Series: The Marks of a Healthy Missional ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When God Became A Man

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 6, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,674 views

    First in new series from John's Gospel. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    When God Became a Man John 1:1-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GodBecameMan.html It's not the Gospel of John, it's the gospel of Jesus! But I'm pleased today to begin a major new series in John's Gospel. King Solomon stood in the lavish temple he had built and said, 1 Kings 8:27 But will God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Contagious: Week 1 Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 16, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,030 views

    This is the first of a 4 part series adapted from Willow Creek's Contagious Christian Evangelism Training course.

    BE CONTAGIOUS: WEEK 1 Scott Bayles, pastor Adapted from “Motivations for Evangelism” by Bill Hybels Several weeks back we distributed a Congregational Questionnaire that asked questions about your attitudes toward church growth, worship, and our education program among other things. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Three Simple Rules (1) Series

    Contributed by O. K. Neal on Jan 25, 2010
     | 4,998 views

    Following Wesley’s three simple rules rather than 615+ laws. First, do no harm.

    Three Simple Rules (1) Matt 22:37-40 Excerpts taken from the talk (and book) of Bishop Rueben P. Job by the same title Today we begin a three part series on “Beginning a New Life” We all begin each New Year by planning to do things differently than we did last year Some of us make a long ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Peter's Message Of Power Series

    Contributed by William Jones on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,795 views

    A call to evangelism focusing on Peter's first message after the church received the gift and power of the Holy Spirit.

    We are continuing our study in the book of Acts this weekend. We are going to look at Chapter 2 of Acts, verses 14-41. Up to this point we see Christ ascending into Heaven, leaving his disciples with simply instructions. Spread the Gospel the ends of the earth, but to wait for the Holy Spirit to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Do! (Saved)

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 20, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,560 views

    This sermon is for the first Sunday in Lent and is based on Paul’s letter to the Romans about what is necessary for salvation.

    Romans 10: 8 – 13 / I Do! (Saved) Intro: George was an aspiring musician/composer who suffered from depression. His musical group had to disband b/c they lost their lease / last concert was shut down because of the boos and mocking of the audience / Charles, his friend asked George to create ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Our Father

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,640 views

    The first words of the Lord's prayer emphasize our need for a relationship with God and how special that relationship is.

    A 4-year-old boy was asked to give the meal blessing before dinner. The family members bowed their heads in expectation. He began his prayer, thanking God for all his friends, naming them one by one. Then he thanked God for Mommy, Daddy, brother, sister, Grandma, Grandpa, and all his aunts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    A Savior, Who Is The Messiah, The Lord Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 18, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,135 views

    Christianity is sometimes dismissed because the package isn't attractive enough. That was the problem with the first Christmas as well.

    I have a problem with Christmas. Not with the idea of celebrating Jesus’ birth of course. Nor with the idea of giving gifts to our loved ones. That’s good because it helps us remember that God gave us the greatest gift of all. It’s not even the temptation to eat more than I really ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    You Wouldn't Like Me When I'm Angry Part I Series

    Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 18, 2011
     | 4,926 views

    The first part of the series on anger Management for Believers begins with an introduction and a shocking truth that all anger is not sin.

    Do you remember the television adaption of “The Incredible Hulk?” It was sort of a remake of the fugitive with the addition of a giant green monster. Dr. Banner, in times of anger would transform into a raging monster. The monster would rampage about, crashing through walls, throwing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shepherding God's Flock Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 22, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,178 views

    In the first four verses of 1 Peter 5, Peter discusses the ministry, motives and manner of leading of elders.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a preacher who quit the ministry after 20 years and became a funeral director. 1. When asked why he changed occupations, he said: “I spent 3 years trying to straighten out John, but John is still an alcoholic. Then I spent 6 months trying to straighten ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ