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  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    Opposition Comes

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Feb 28, 2011
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     | 7,210 views

    When we do things for God we will face opposition.

    Three contractors were touring the White House on the same day. One was from New York, another from Missouri, and the third from Florida. At the end of the tour, the guard asked them what they did for a living. When they each replied that they were contractors, the guard said, "Hey we need one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Surrender

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 26, 2019
     | 5,060 views

    This series looks at the various things we have to surrender as Christians.

    Last week I told you about the best summer job I ever had, and it was working on a ocean going salvage tugboat that went to the North Pole in 1981. But I had my first summer job at sea when I was fifteen and for the first two summers of my high school years I worked on Tugboats. Between grade ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    "God Incarnate.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 16, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
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    First Sunday in Advent Year A. December 2, 2001 Psalm 122 Title: “God incarnate.”

    First Sunday in Advent Year A. December 2, 2001 Psalm 122 Title: “God incarnate.” Psalms one hundred twenty to one hundred thirty-four, are commonly called Songs of Ascent, sung on the pilgrimage to Jerusalem for the three major annual festivals- Passover, Pentecost and Tabernacles. Psalm 122 is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Larry Thompson avatar

    Supper With The Savior

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Aug 13, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
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    This is a monologue done in first person by David and is a reinactment of Psalm 51 presented in modern day situation and dialogue.

    “Supper with the Savior” Monologue from Psalm 51 Created by ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2005) Scene opens with modern day David entering stage area where you find a table for two that is stylishly set representing an upscale restaurant. David enters with brief case speaking as if talking to the maitre ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Life's Greatest Hope

    Contributed by James May on Oct 17, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,907 views

    Our greatest hope is in the resurrection and eternal life, not in the things of this world.

    Life’s Greatest Hope by Pastor Jim May The greatest hope that we have is the hope of the resurrection. All that I am, all that I will ever be, my hopes, my dreams, my life’s work, and all of my plans are centered upon that one single hope. Because I am convinced that there is a resurrection and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Getting A New Wardrobe Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 28, 2018
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    Let's clothe ourselves with things that never go out of style.

    GETTING A NEW WARDROBE PART 2 Text: Col. 3:12-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: Fashion is made to become unfashionable. 2. Fashion is kind of like the weather in Ohio; if you don't like stick around a few minuets it will change! 3. Recently Tina and I were having a conversation with our Network ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Not So With You Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Mar 20, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,738 views

    Greatness can only be achieved by doing things with compassion and mercy.

    The first O.J. trial made DNA a household word. For hours and days on end we all sat in front of out TV’s and took a crash course on what DNA was and how forensic evidence would prove without a doubt who the real killer was. But in the end all that it illustrated was that even if the forensic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wee Lil Man (Becoming A Giant)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 1, 2007
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    A sermon to inspire great things even from normal people.

    Luke 19:1-10 Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. He wanted to see who Jesus was, but being a short man he could not, because of the crowd. So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God Is Not A Capitalist Series

    Contributed by Hal Seed on Aug 21, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
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    This is the first in a 7-part series on the Parables. The Parable of the 11th Hour Work was told to describe God as a Landowner unlike any other.

    [This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    The True Purpose Of Pentecost Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 20, 2021
     | 1,460 views

    All of us need clear vision, and not just of material things.

    Thursday After Pentecost 2021 It has been said, probably ever since humans walked the face of earth, that the “winners write the history.” The winners also endeavor to craft the culture that they live in. So, for example, after the Norman invasion of England in 1066, the Norman princes built ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Three Simple Rules (1) Series

    Contributed by O. K. Neal on Jan 25, 2010
     | 4,729 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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    Set Apart Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 6, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 15,563 views

    First in a series from the Book of Ephesians. As belivers, we are set apart for salvation, service and spiritual blessings.

    This morning, we’re going to embark on some basic training. For many of you who have served in our military, the concept is not a new one. Every branch of our military has some form of basic training that new recruits must complete before they are ready for duty. The todaysmilitary.com website ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Prayer And Fasting Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 15, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 21,064 views

    The first key to revival is making the commitment to pray and fast. These two spiritual disciplines are a powerful link to revival.

    The Seven keys to revival – Key one Prayer & Fasting Thesis: The first key to revival is making the commitment to pray and fast. These two spiritual disciplines are a powerful link to revival. Texts: I Chronicles 5:18-22 18The Reubenites, the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh had 44,760 men ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jeff Kautz avatar

    Invitation To Worship

    Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Jan 5, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,152 views

    Series on worship and how the Psalms can lead us in that. First Sermon is our invitation to worship

    Invitation To Worship-95 1-11.docx Psalms 95:1-11 Read Verses so that We can Know Him and Make Him Known As I thought about this, I was reminded of how Psalm 95 begins: “Come…” God longs for us to come into His presence. He’s not concerned about laying down a bunch of rules and requirements. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Elders And Youngers Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 1, 2015
     | 7,029 views

    First Peter 5 speaks to elders and youngers revealing the calling, the attitude and the reward promised to both groups.

    Elders and Youngers (1 Peter 5) CHCC – November 2, 2014 INTRODUCTION: At the end of Peter’s first letter to the churches, he gives specific instructions to the elders and the "youngers." For that day and age, we could generally assume elders might be folks over 30 and youngers ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ