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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The First Child's Sin

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 164 ratings
     | 6,586 views

    How Cain committed the first sin of a child - envy

    The First Child’s Sin – Genesis 4:1-26 Illustration:Dwight L. Moody once told the fable of an eagle who was envious of another that could fly better than he could. One day the bird saw a sportsman with a bow and arrow and said to him, "I wish you would bring down that eagle up there." The man said ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Responses To The First Christmas

    Contributed by Roy Hartzell on Dec 24, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,124 views

    This is a candle lignting service that will help you think about how you respond to Jesus at Christmas.

    RESPONSES TO THE FIRST CHRISTMAS—Candle Lighting Service (Adapted from “A Savior Has Been Born” by Melvin Newland; sermoncentral.com; page 4 of his list of sermons; Dec. 1996) ( I preached: Dec. 23, 2001) Luke 2:1-14 In the last ten to twenty years and maybe even longer, we have seen a lot of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    And The First Man Adam

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 25, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,048 views

    A look at the First and Last Adam, where does the Church and you Stand?This sermon deals with the only two Adams that will ever be born and the choice we hafe to make in which one to live in.

    And the first man Adam. A look at the first and last Adam, where is the church? 1st Corinthains 15:45-49, And so it is written,The first man Adam was made a liveing soul, the last Adam was made a quickening spirit. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Adam, First And Last Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,105 views

    The first in a series on prophecy, this sermon compares the first and last Adam as to similarities and contrasts.

    Adam, First and Last I Cor. 15:22 INTRO. Today’s message begins a series on “Jesus In Genesis.” As we look forward to the Christmas season, I want to prepare our hearts for the celebration of the coming of Christ. The entire Old Testament was written to prepare people for this event. We are just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The - First Light - Factor Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 5, 2008
    based on 54 ratings
     | 26,672 views

    To some people, the world is a dark and difficult experience. But in the midst of their frustration, there is the hint of eternity that makes them hope that there is something more than they are presently experiencing.

    (Twenty years ago I heard a preacher give a sermon with the same kinds of opening and closing illustrations. It left such an impression on me that I have waited all this time to preach this specific sermon.) OPEN: Nine men lay trapped more than 200 feet beneath the ground in a coal mine in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Taking The First Step

    Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Oct 30, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,002 views

    Every Journey in life has to begin with the first step. Our first step when learning to walk was not easy (for most) we had a tendency to fall and get up and fall and get up again and again and again until we finally could keep our balance and walk. So it

    Taking the first step A grocer was down in the cellar of his shop when he noticed his small son standing at the edge of the open trap door. He called up, “Here I am, Sonny, jump down.” But the boy hesitated. “I can’t, Daddy; I can’t see you.” Up came the answer, “No, but I can see you; trust me ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Putting The Mission First Series

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 8, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,797 views

    The first in a four part series using the Warrior Ethos as a philosophy behind true Spiritual Warfare.

    The Warrior’s Code #1 Sean Lester January 8, 2007 I will always place the mission first… Text: Luke 9:57-62 Introductory thoughts a. Every follower of Christ joins in the mission of the church. Jesus issued the order before he ascended into heaven. The order is… a. Go throughout the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lust At First Sight Series

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 7, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,201 views

    Lust is more than sex. It is about power. It is about the overwhelming desire for power. Sex was not the main issue in David’s sin with Bathsheba. It was the lust for power and control.

    Lust at First Sight II Samuel 11:2-5 March 6, 2005 This fellow had a dream in which he was transported to heaven. In his vision, St. Peter was showing him around the place when the guy noticed that there were clocks everywhere. Everywhere he went there were clocks…thousands of them, hundreds of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Seek First The Kingdom

    Contributed by Stephan Brown on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 15,822 views

    Encourages us to seek our success not in stuff, but in pursuing God’s Kingdom.

    Seek First the Kingdom! MT 6:24-34 "No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money. 25 "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Cast The First Stone

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,359 views

    We live in a day when everyone loves to Judge. · The trial of O.J. Simpson in 1995 opened a door. · Everyone has their opinion on weather O.J. is guilty. · Johnny Cochran, F. Lee Bailey are names that we remember. · Regardless if O.J. is guilty or

    Luke 6: 37 "Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 38 Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Last And First Supper

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 16, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,340 views

    The last supper before His crucifixion was marked by sorrow but the first supper in heaven will be marked by praise, thanksgiving and rejoicing.

    THE LAST AND FIRST SUPPER The last supper before His crucifixion was marked by sorrow as the Lord shared with His disciples what lay immediately ahead. The first supper in heaven will be the Marriage Supper of the Lamb and will be marked by praise, thanksgiving and rejoicing. I. THE LAST ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    Jonah's First Call Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Aug 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,656 views

    An examination of Jonah’s first call and the God Who called.

    Jonah’s First Call Jonah 1:1, 2 INTRO.: As a boy, if I asked permission to go somewhere when it was close to mealtime, my mother would often say, I’m only going to call you once,” or “Don’t make me call you twice.” I knew, if she stuck her head out the door and called, I better be close enough to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    First Century Challenge Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 18, 2011
     | 2,684 views

    2011 is the beginning of a new day, a new year, and a new season. A look at our mission as believers and as a church? How do we live our lives with a sense of God’s eternal purpose in everything that we do? (adapted from a sermon by Chris Spradlin, LifeCh

    The First Century Challenge The Upward Call of God Pt 3 (Adapted from a sermon by Chris Spradlin, LifeChurch.tv) Phil 3:14 NAS Press on- pursue, hasten toward- active verb. Our walk w/God is not passive- it is not- God, I am saved, now I am waiting for heaven. It is living for- purposes of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    First Sunrise Service

    Contributed by Chris Gilley on Jul 6, 2015
     | 11,157 views

    Outline for the first Easter sunrise service.

    I. INTRODUCTION II. WE DO NOT NEED TO BE AFRAID III. WE NEED TO BE MORE AWARE IV. WE NEED TO BE MORE ACTIVE V. CONCLUSION ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Worst Than The First

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 24, 2016
     | 3,549 views

    To show that we need to win souls for the LORD JESUS CHRIST all the more in these last days so they won't grow from bad to worst.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a subject of GOD? Yes. James 4:7 (Amplified Bible) So be subject to God. Resist the devil [stand firm against him], and he will flee from you. Who is your pride? JESUS CHRIST. Philippians 3:3 (Amplified Bible) For we [Christians] are the true circumcision, who worship ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal