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  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    God, Giants, And Grasshoppers

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 3, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 29,287 views

    First Sunday with new media projection and spoke on defeating giants in your life.

    God, Giants, and Grasshoppers Numbers chapter 13:1, 14:6-9 Introduction- Image- God, Giants, Grasshoppers Did I tell you how excited I am to see the great blessing that the Lord has given us and the tremendous amount of hard work by so many to make this happen. 5 years ago this was just a ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Serial Seed Sowers Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 21, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,115 views

    First in a series of messages that examine Jesus' parables from the perspective of a minor or unsympathetic character.

    Several years ago I came across a book by J. Ellsworth Kalas titled Parables from the Back Side. The author’s introduction to the book begins with these words: Familiarity doesn’t always breed contempt, as the saying puts it, but it often breeds something potentially worse, the glazed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pursuit Of Holiness

    Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Jun 3, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,720 views

    One of the first sermons i preached at a church i served in seminary on the topic of integrity.

    Pursuit of Holiness: Integrity TURN TO PROVERBS 10 Last week when Tim and i met to discuss a game plan for when we were done with the Hunting series, one of the issues that came up was doing a series on Holiness. So, in preparation for this, i decided to search the internet for what it really ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Do I Do With God’s Will Acts Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 9, 2016
     | 4,241 views

    Last week we looked at understanding God’s will… “God’ what do You want me to do right here right now that will honor You?”This week, once I understand God’s will, what do do with it? Adapted from a series by Pastor Jerry Shirley.

    What do I do with God’s Will Acts 21: 14 & Romans 12:1-2 I pulled up this old Road Runner cartoon and watched as Wiley Coyote finally caught the road runner. He is standing there next to the giant sized road runner and holds up a sign that reads; “Okay, wise guys, you always wanted me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Who Communes Series

    Contributed by David Heflin on Jan 10, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,483 views

    This is the first three sermons inspired by the book Come to the Table by John Mark Hicks

    The God Who Communes 10/23/05 Note: CofC=Churches of Christ. The introduction is somewhat specific to practices of communion in the Church of Christ. Introduction: What have we lost in communion? 1. Lord’s Supper in CofC. I knew a couple when I attended the Huntsville CofC that showed up for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is Worship? Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 14, 2007
    based on 80 ratings
     | 73,114 views

    This is the first in a series of messages in conjunction with Dwayne Moore’s "Thirty Days of Praise"

    “What Is Worship” - #1 John 4:7-24 * Please take you Bibles and turn with me to John 4. In just a moment we’ll read verses 7-24. * I read a story this week of a little boy whose parents were avid sports fans. They didn’t miss a game. On the other hand, they went to church services only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith And Unanswered Prayer Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on May 1, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,212 views

    This is the first message in a series on faith. God always answers prayer birthed by faith.

    Religion has taught us that God decides whether or not He will answer our prayers. And because we believe that teaching we often end our prayers with “if it be thy will”. In other words, “God, I’m not really sure what your will is in this situation, but I’m going to pray and if my prayer is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Loving God With All Your Heart And Soul

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 10, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 37,178 views

    First message of three-part series on loving God from Mark 12:30.

    Loving God with All Your Heart and Soul Mark 12:30 January 10, 2010 Introduction Folks, you just need to know that this message is going to be a little longer today, okay? But let me clue you in on something: you get better service and they put out fresh food on the buffet after the main rush, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    I Have Decided To Follow Jesus Series

    Contributed by Steve Lotze on Nov 14, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,572 views

    This is my testimony and the first in a Series on what it really means to be a true follower of Jesus Christ.

    I Have Decided to Follow Jesus Sept. 25, 2005 Various These are my actual notes and sermon handouts and they probably mean more to me than they do to you. If you don’t understand something in my notes – feel free to e-mail me for clarification (stevenmary7@hotmail.com). Here’s some deciphering ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worshiping God As Creator Series

    Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 28, 2001
    based on 98 ratings
     | 8,382 views

    First in a series on worship - this message focuses on worshiping God because He is the Creator.

    That’s Why We Worship - Worshiping God As Creator "Worshiping God As Creator" Creation Joke: There were these three professionals sitting around a table talking about the oldest profession. The Doctor says, "well, the Bible says that God took a rib out of Adam to make woman. Since that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Bring Unchurched People Into God's Family Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 3, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,052 views

    A message dealing with the first part of our purpose statement; this one deals with evangelism.

    “…Bring Unchurched People into God’s Family…” Matthew 9:35-38 (July 15, 2001) Introduction When people think of evangelism, there are generally at least three reactions: First, there is, for some, excitement. They love the idea of getting out there and sharing the good news of Christ, and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    When You Lose Control Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 14, 2015
     | 4,362 views

    A first person message in which explains why he preaches Christ crucified.

    “Getting Into Shape: When You Lose Control” Acts 9:1-19; 1 Cor. 2:1-5 & 9:15-18; 2 Cor. 5:13-15 Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. I’m glad for the opportunity to preach to you about Jesus. Some of you are here because you’re curious, some because you’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Generosity Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 12, 2024
     | 1,516 views

    The first of four messages on ownership of all things and giving, "Lifestyle of Generosity."

    Generosity We have been working our way through Genesis, as part of a deep dive into scripture. I was talking about Abraham in my last sermon, before Easter, well actually, before cafe church. I talked on Abraham’s journey being a journey of faith and that the journey of faith is ours also as ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Steve Bond avatar

    Priority One Series

    Contributed by Steve Bond on Feb 16, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,709 views

    So what can you do to begin to get rid of stress and worry with your finances? The first step…and the only one we’re going to consider today is this—put God first.

    Introduction If you’ve been with us at Summit for any length of time, you’ve heard us say that God wants us to experience a life with him that’s full and robust…a life with meaning and purpose. A few months ago, our memory verse was John 10:10. Jesus is speaking and he says, “The thief comes to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Focus On Five Invest & Invite Series

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Mar 8, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,193 views

    The first area we are going to focus on is Investing and Inviting people to know Christ and to church

    LET’S PRAY Father we ask for Your anointing on us today. Place Your anointing on me as Your messenger today. God move in our lives. Rip open the heavens and visit Your people today. Open our eyes so that we may see Your Word. Open our ears so that we may hear Your Word. Open our minds so that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal