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  • W. Bryan Wheeler avatar

    The Grace Of Predestination Series

    Contributed by W. Bryan Wheeler on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
     | 12,377 views

    The first manifestation of God’s grace toward us is not the cross of Jesus Christ, but the eternal choice of God the Father.

    Exposition on Ephesians - #5 ‘THE GRACE OF PREDESTINATION’ Preached on January 14th 2001 (pm) Text: Read; Ephesians 1:3-6 Intro: In our last study, we considered what we called the ‘WHY ME?’ question—the question that every true Christian, at one time or another asks—‘Lord, Why me? Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Looking For Love In All The Wrong Places

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Feb 21, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,263 views

    Rahab was looking for love and created a lot of past that she needed to get past. This is the first in a 2 part message.

    February 17, 2002 Hebrews 11:31; Josh 2 “Looking for love in all the wrong places” INTRODUCTION I like the story about a Seminary student who wanted to have a scriptural basis for everything he did. He felt he was on solid ground if he could quote Bible book, chapter & verse to okay his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Carr avatar

    Come See A Man Named Jesus

    Contributed by Jerry Carr on Jun 3, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 12,723 views

    As we look at the first 4 encounters with Jesus we find these men describe the full ministry of the Son of God

    I want you to notice with me verse 6 of John chapter 1, we find where John the Baptist was the forerunner of the Lord Jesus Christ, God had sent him to prepare the way of our Lord, and he spoken with such authority, that in verse 19 the Jews sent Priest and Levites to ask him who art thou? ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How God Can Use Innovators

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,911 views

    In this passage we learn a lot about innovation from the courage of Cornelius, the founder of the first Gentile house church.

    How God Uses Innovators (Acts 10:1-8) 1. Today we hear a lot about innovators who start up their own dot-com businesses. Even though many of these innovators may not enjoy success, they are learning from their efforts. Many innovators are not afraid to fail because they believe in the importance ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Approach God Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 8, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 20,973 views

    Introduction to a study of the Lord’s Prayer and an examination of the first six words, "Our Father who art in Heaven."

    A Study of the Lord’s Prayer Lesson # 1 Introduction : How to Approach God Almost all of our prayers begin by rushing into a series of petitions in which we pour out to God our problems, our needs, our irritations. This only reinforces the focus of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remember The History Of Your Salvation

    Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Mar 12, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 3,997 views

    Through the story of the fall into sin and first promise of a Savior, God walks us through the history of our salvation.

    "It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…" "A long time ago in a land far, far away…" "Once upon a time there were three bears…" Many of the greatest stories in history have very memorable beginnings. The story of our salvation—or rather I should say the history, because this really ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Times We Live In

    Contributed by Fenton Ramsey on Jun 28, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 20,165 views

    This was my first sermon, and it will provide a VERY descriptive, yet sad view of the the times we are presently living in.

    The Times We Live In 1st Timothy 3:16 2nd Timothy 3:1-5 I found it very joyous yet difficult to prepare for this message. As I read these verses my eyes were filled with tears of happiness and tears of sorrow. My heart was filled with joy yet deeply in a state of sadness. The passages that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship Is Not ... Series

    Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Aug 28, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,909 views

    In looking into the reality of spiritual authenticity of worship, walk, and witness, this sermon looks into the first part of worship "is not".

    Worship IS NOT! When speaking of the relationship between the Jews and the Samaritans of this time we must understand that there was a hatred and bitterness greater than any that we could probably imagine. The closest example I can think of to relate Jews and Samaritans may be that of segregation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Things Worth Remembering At Christmas

    Contributed by Doug Warren on Nov 28, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,391 views

    In the midst of the hustle and bustle of the season, we should remember the things found in Luke 2 about the first Christmas

    Intro: At Christmas, we should re-visit and remember the following aspects of the first Christmas from Luke chapter 2 I. The SHEPHERDS (V.8) Angels announcement to the "common man" in fact, the "lower than common" in that society. II. The SIGN (V.9-12) "lying in a manger"= ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Broken Up Over Broken Walls?

    Contributed by Jay Patton on May 16, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,406 views

    This is the first in a series through the book of Nehemiah. It is both an introduction to Nehemiah and a sermon on developing a heart that mirrors the heart of God.

    INTRO: Rock in the road/ Edmund Burke quote READ SCRIPTURE/PRAY Background: Divided Kingdom, Evil rulers, prophets warnings, 722 BC Assyrians raid Israel (North), 605 Nebby invades Judah (south) as prophesied by Isaiah – Story told in Daniel 586 Babylon (Nebby) come back Jerusalem - Ezekiel 539 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jesse Kipper avatar

    Perhaps We Are Too Comfortable.

    Contributed by Jesse Kipper on May 19, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,236 views

    Perhaps we are too comfortable to share the Holy Spirit with others. First preached at Arley United Methodist Church.

    Our scripture about Pentecost can be broken down into three parts: the Holy Spirit comes upon the disciples, the reaction of the Jews in Jerusalem, and Peter’s response to the Jews. Pentecost was held seven weeks or fifty days after Passover and was a celebration of the Ten Commandments being ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Robert Odle avatar

    Freedom, The Grand Proposition (Part One) Series

    Contributed by Robert Odle on Jun 4, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,288 views

    The first part of a two-part look at Paul’s two-fold proposition in Galatians 2:15-21.

    Freedom, The Grand Proposition - Part One (Galatians 2:15-16) Theme: God’s Righteousness is imputed to those who have faith in Jesus Christ. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rafe Hollister Sings Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,711 views

    The first of a series of short messages after an unorthodox outreach series incorporating episodes from The Andy Griffith Show

    Mayberry Moments: Rafe Hollister Sings Scripture Reading: 1 Sam. 16:7c If you know it, join me--[whistle theme song] Those characters we just watched-- Andy, Barney, Opie, and the others-- are now a piece of Americana, and they’ve won such a place in our hearts because they’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Open Heart Surgery

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 13, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,960 views

    Spiritual Open Heart Surgery. The Great Physician performed the world’s first open heart surgery and it was successful!

    Open Heart Surgery Acts 16:13–15 Introduction I. Open Heart surgery is a very delicate procedure A. Many have this surgery now, it has become routine. B. But, you still want the most skilled surgeons, the most up to date equipment, and the very best of care. II. Open Heart Surgery is a step of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Developing A Passion For Honoring God Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 17, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 13,872 views

    First in a series of messages focusing on the five purposes of the church (a la’ Rick Warren!). This message deals with worship.

    Developing a Passion for Honoring God Various Scriptures January 16, 2005 Introduction We are starting a series about developing a passion for the things of God. We will be spending the next several weeks discussing this, and then we will be looking at the passion of Jesus during the Lenten ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan