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  • Eloy Gonzalez avatar

    A Day Like No Other

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 17, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,048 views

    Lent 3: A narrative sermon from the perspective of a seller of doves and pigeons. It is based on the account of Jesus first cleansing of the temple.

    [Note: This is a narrative sermon told from the perspective of, Yoseph, a seller of doves and pigeons at the Temple on the day that Jesus came and threw out the sellers and money changers. I put on a ‘costume’ as I changed into the character of Yoseph. The message begins with a brief ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    True Ownership Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on Oct 23, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,943 views

    We must have an understanding of who owns what when it comes to stewardship. this is the first in a four part series on stewardship

    PLAY DVD OF APOLLO 13, CLIP 1. Houston we have a problem, Have you ever noticed how problems shape our lives. While we may pray for a problem free life, the truth of the matter is problems have a way of defining us. John Maxwell said, “Problems are predictors” – you can predict what type of person ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Defeating Temptation

    Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 188 ratings
     | 29,603 views

    Defeating Temptation is one thing that Jesus told us to pray for.

    True or False? Temptation can be both a curse and a blessing. We can defeat temptation successfully on a regular basis. What were your answers? There are some things in life that are a sure thing· difficulties, taxes, death and temptation. As Christians, we should expect to be tempted. Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Choosing Sides Part 2

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 26, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,242 views

    Christ’s soldiers should acknowledge three things about themselves.

    2 Timothy 2:3-4 Choosing Sides Part 2 IINTRODUCTION Last week we saw how all of us are engaged in a war that is much bigger than we are. It’s been going on for ages, and whether we like it or not we’ve all become a part of it. At stake is our freedom and the freedom of all of mankind. Satan is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Giving Thanks

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 10,407 views

    The key to a distinctively Christian Thanksgiving celebration is giving thanks for the right things.

    This morning, I’d like to begin with a question. Is Thanksgiving a Christian holiday? The word "holiday," after all, comes from the phrase "holy day". And so, is Thanksgiving a holy day for those who serve and worship Jesus Christ? Does the twenty-eighth of November have any special spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting Ready For A Change Series

    Contributed by Tim Richards on Apr 15, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,844 views

    The first in a series on the book of Joshua. This sermon focuses on how change in our lives is an important part of God’s work.

    Introduction: 1. Have you ever wished during an especially wonderful time in your life that you could freeze things right where they were? I remember having that thought a number of years ago my family was spending time with my parents, they were healthy, the children were doing well, the family ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Indicators Of False Faith Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 14, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,543 views

    Exposition of Gal 5:19-21, first of a two part message that continues the comparsion down through v 26.

    Text: Galatians 5:19-21, Title: Indicators of False Faith, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/24/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Maddie’s testimony, Laurie’s testimony B. Background to passage: Paul is finishing out his teaching on the fact that correct theology (justification by faith) produces right living ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Plan For Marriage Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Nov 1, 2016
     | 7,674 views

    The first sermon in a short series on marriage, family and the home, based loosely on Francis Chan's book You and Me Forever

    God’s Plan for the Home (Part One) Text: 1st Corinthians 7:25 – 31 So today, I’m going to start a three part series titled, “God’s Plan for the Home.” And I’m specifically going to focus on marriage… and so if you’re here, and maybe ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Is Love, So What? Series

    Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,793 views

    We love because God first loved us, an introduction to 1 Corinthians 13 from 1 John 4.

    Introduction God is love. It’s one of the unique claims of the Jewish / Christian tradition. Other religions have teach various truths about god. That he created, that he is just, that he is eternal. But only in the Jewish / Christian tradition do we have God is love. You look at the gods of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    They Believed In The Kingdom Of God

    Contributed by Ralph Jenkins on May 28, 2013
     | 4,517 views

    the first church was able to do all the did because they honestly believed in all Jesus ever began to do and teach..

    “They Believed in the Kingdom of God” 4 Gathering them together, He commanded them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait for what the Father had promised, "Which," He said, "you heard of from Me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Unveiling Or Uncovered"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 30, 2016
     | 3,971 views

    Sermon shares that Jesus is Christ, Jesus is faithful witness, Jesus is ruler of the kings of the Earth, and Jesus is the first born of the dead.

    “Unveiling or uncovered” Rev 1:1-4 • This book was written during some dark days for the early church. • They were suffering terrible persecution under the iron hand of the Roman Emperors. • This book was written to give them hope, comfort and encouragement in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Reins Of Our Heart

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 23, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,443 views

    A message about submission to the will of God; In order to turn our heart, first the Lord must be given the reins of our heart.

    As we come to the mid point of the year, it is a good time to reflect on where we are in our walk with God. Our perception may not be Gods perception of where we are at. To some the year may have been a disaster To others your year may have been filled with blessings! To others it may seem to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Armor Of God/Armadillo Warfare Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 13, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,779 views

    Taking a look at the armor of God. In a series "when the enemy attacks."The first piece of armor. "The belt of truth"

    Armadillo Warfare Putting on the Belt of Truth Ephesians 6:10-20 Intro- Last week we looked at winning spiritual battles. It is part of a series I’m doing called when the enemy comes at us. We saw that God loves you, and we ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    God Is Working All Around Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 21, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,071 views

    First in a series of sermons based on "Seven Realities of Experiencing God" from Henry Blackaby’s book "Experiencing God."

    God Is Working All Around John 17:1-3 INTRO.: Have you ever wanted to know God better and be sure He was working in your life? Most of us want this if we are serious about our Christianity. I was recently introduced to a book named "Experiencing God" written by Henry Blackaby and Claude King. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fool's Gold Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 11, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,093 views

    Elevate if you made God first in your life. See if you are fighting against God with Your excuses and selfishness.

    Introduction During the Sermon on the Mount Jesus makes this statement to his followers. “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:21). Then further along in Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus tells us the first and greatest commandment is that you are to love the Lord the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist