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  • Lindsey Mann avatar

    One Thing Needful

    Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Nov 26, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,557 views

    The word of God is the one thing needful for a succesful life

    THE ONE THING NEEDFUL THE WORD OF GOD Introduction There is only one solution to the problems of life. There is only one way to live. Jesus said concerning Mary the sister of Martha: “ But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Seeing Things Clearly

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,355 views

    What Isaiah 6 teaches us about God, orselves, and our work to be done

    “Seeing Things Clearly” Isaiah 6 Intro: Recently our family went to Science Central downtown. It’s a children’s scientific museum, but it’s hardly for kids. Adults play there just as much as kids. One section there that I love is a display of brain teasers and optical illusions. You’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Things Are Not What They Seem Series

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Dec 24, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 11,009 views

    As we prepare for our Lord’s birth among us, we are confronted with God’s realtiy: Things are not always what they seem. God’s ways are not teh world’s ways.

    Things Are Not What They Seem Dear friends in Christ, grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus, the Christ. Amen. After 2000 years of listening to the Christmas story, it’s easy for us hear it as a familiar and sentimental tale, imagining quiet and serene ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Things God Hates

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 9, 2002
    based on 264 ratings
     | 43,957 views

    Seven Sins that top the list of God’s displeasure.

    “The Things That God Hates” Proverbs 6:16-19 "These six things does the Lord hate. Yea, seven are an abomination unto him: 17A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, 18An heart that devises wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, 19A false witness ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Beehler avatar

    There's No Such Thing As Luck

    Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 20, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
     | 9,488 views

    Saying we’re "lucky" implies God is not in control.

    There’s No Such Thing As Luck 1. Parachute story-U.S. Airborne unit in Germany. Parachute drop zone next to a Mercedes test track. Wind blew him onto track. Hard asphalt, braced himself, no broken bones. Wind dragged him down track. Hit release. Car speeding toward him. Ran to side. How ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Some Things To Remember

    Contributed by Dan Yaw on Jan 26, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 4,130 views

    A message to prepare hearts for the Lord’s Supper

    "SOME THINGS TO REMEMBER" Observing the Lord’s Supper 1 Cor 6:9-14 I. OUR PAST PROBLEMS (1 Cor 6:9-10) A. We Were Excluded (6:9a) B. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Thing Called Love

    Contributed by Robert Laymance on Feb 11, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 5,192 views

    The Love that the Bible talks about and the working of it thru the Child of God.

    After searching textbooks and reference materials, the meaning of Love was right there in front of me in 1-john.4:8..God is LOVE... The word Love in scripture is mainly used in two ways, the word agape means the Attitude of love, the God-like kind of love, and the word phileo which means the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Things Of God

    Contributed by Bud Martenn on Mar 7, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
     | 23,165 views

    Our God is Great and Greatly to be praised

    THE GREAT THINGS OF GOD I Chron.16:23-29: II Sam.7:18-24 1. Muhammad Ali was identified by his self evaluation, “I am the greatest!” 2. Tony the Tiger declares it of frosted fakes “They’re GREAT!” 3. We sing, “How Great Thou Art” 4. We teach our children to say, God is great, God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mary Pondered These Things

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 48 ratings
     | 11,009 views

    A short meditation at the end of or presentation "From Prophesy to Fulfilment".

    1. We have heard about the one who was born - how the prophets foretold his coming - how the cradle leads to the cross - we prepare to light our candles to remember that X is God’s light to us 2. At end of Luke 2 the events of Chrit’s birth are complete - Christ is born, the angels and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Seven Impossible Things

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 9, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 8,812 views

    We as Christians trust not only in what God can do but in what God cannot and will not do.

    Seven Impossible Things Introduction We as Christians trust not only in what God can do, but also in what God cannot do. Our hopes rest not only upon God’s ability, but also upon God’s inability. There are some things that God cannot and will not due because they are against His character and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Things That Cannot Be Shaken

    Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 259 ratings
     | 39,005 views

    A message looking at 4 unshakable things in shaky days.

    THINGS THAT CANNOT BE SHAKEN Hebrews 12:18-29 INTRODUCTION We live in a world where everything changes – don’t we? Just ponder in your minds recent world events! I’m reminded of this story: Mrs goes to the police station along with Samantha her neighbour to report her husband as missing. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ten Things To Do

    Contributed by Jose Rodriguez on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,364 views

    WE all face time when we don’t know what to do. The Apostle Paul had ten things that cause him to go on in Victory!

    Ten things to Understand When you don’t know What to Do! Text: Psalm 73:2 Introduction: Asaph “I had nearly lost my foothold” v. 3-5 tells us why? We sometime feel like this! The Apostle Paul as you know was committed to the call of the Lord! He was willing to do everything possible to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A One Thing Person

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 17, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,411 views

    Jesus should be the main desire and focus of our life

    ONE THING PERSON Text: Read Psalms 27:4 Introduction: Growing up, I loved to play baseball. There are two kinds of ball players, good ballplayers & great ballplayers. I was dang good. My brother told me if I wanted to be good, I needed to be good @ every position. Was he wrong. Today baseball ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Horn avatar

    Prayer Changes Things

    Contributed by Larry Horn on Nov 3, 2001
    based on 154 ratings
     | 49,292 views

    This sermon helps us understand that if we live for God, Prayer is an effective way to overcome.

    God is Still on the Throne and Prayer Changes Things  In today’s modern world sometimes it is hard for us to realize the power of prayer.  Man has accomplished so much that often we look for solutions to life’s problems in the natural world before even seeking God.  I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Renewal Is A Good Thing

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 25, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 13,397 views

    This is a vow renewal service for a couple who has been married for 17 years.

    Tom & Trudy Bramer October 23, 2005 Husband & Wife Enter Together… Welcome & Prayer – Steve Tom & Trudy this is a very special day. AND – you are 2 special people and I know that is true, because you were in my life group for 2 years. I love you guys you are awesome. Tom & Trudy 17 years ago ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ