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  • Andy Payne avatar

    To Boldly Go!

    Contributed by Andy Payne on May 4, 2009
     | 5,368 views

    Jesus’ disciples struggled to understand what he was talking about. Through Scriptire, see how we need to look at the bigger picture in how God works.

    Space the final frontier. These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise; its five year mission to explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilizations, to boldly go where no man has gone before. I was never really a Star Trek fan growing up as a kid. I always wanted to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Marks Of A Great Christian - Encouraging Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 17, 2007
    based on 38 ratings
     | 17,315 views

    This is the thrid and final sermon in this series. This sermon looks at 1. The People Of Encouragement Are Us. 2. The Time Of Encouragement Is Now. 3. The Purpose of Encouragement Is Overcoming Sin.

    The Marks Of A Great Christian - Encouraging We have been looking at “The Marks Of A Great Christian.” The first week we looked at serving and we found that we were called to serve one another. Last week we looked at loving and we found that we were called to love one another. And this week we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Here Comes The Judge

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 16, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,563 views

    Everyone and every thing will be judged on the judgment day but there are some specific matters that the Lord may judge more critically. Here they are: 1- God will judge ungodly acts 2- God will judge ungodly words

    INTRO.- ILL.- A young Bible college student was witnessing in a suburb of Atlanta. As he approached one house, there was an elderly gentleman sitting on the porch. He said, “Are you a Christian?” The old man said, “No, I’m a Smith. The Christians live two doors down.” “You don’t understand. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Facing The Challenges Of 2010!

    Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Jan 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,425 views

    So much for the past year! But, considering the tide of events, it seems we will be facing greater challenges this year. Let’s gear up!

    Introduction: Two teenage brothers grew up as hooligans in a slum, making a living as couriers of illegal substances traded in the streets. These egocentric thugs religiously kept their dodgy earnings and shrewdly started their own illicit modus operandi until they became self-made millionaires ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What’s Your Destiny In Life?

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014
     | 4,846 views

    We were born again to be God’s children. Children of the King. He chose us to live a higher and holier life. That’s the kind of life that honors Him most. And that’s our destiny!

    What’s your destiny in life?  Did you know what your destiny was when you graduated high school?  Did you know what you were going to do,  where you were going to work,  where you were going to live,  And you knew beyond the shadow of a doubt all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Harness Heaven's Wind!

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 8, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,810 views

    A confirmation sermon encouraging continued use of the means of grace.

    The forecast today is calling for 10 km-an-hour winds. That’s just a light breeze – enough to feel the wind on your face but not enough to blow leaves across the yard. Not bad if you’re planning a picnic this afternoon. Current conditions inside this building, however, are not ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Writing On The Wall Series

    Contributed by David Ward on Mar 8, 2014
     | 15,083 views

    Big Idea: Our days are numbered--how much will they weigh?

    “The Writing on the Wall” Daniel 5 INTRODUCTION You might not want to listen to this message today. I’m serious—you might not want to know what I’m going to tell you. You may be happier not knowing, because once you know, then you are responsible for what you know. What the Scripture has to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Animal Cunning And Selfish Ambition

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 10, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,566 views

    The results of the Sin of others can seriously affect us in ways that we struggle to control; however there is victory exposing the weapons of Satan, if you know where to look.

    Summary: The results of the Sin of others can seriously affect us in ways that we struggle to control; however there is victory exposing the weapons of Satan, if you know where to look. This sermon was delivered to the congregations in St Oswald’s, in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 15th ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    A Deeper Look: Verses 5-7 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2014
     | 6,249 views

    Tonight we look deeper into v5-7 of Jude's letter to the church. Here Jude gives illustrative examples of just WHAT happens to those who rebel against God's plan or God's order of things... Let's take a look!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: July 16, 2014 Date Preached: July 15, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed - PM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Deeper Look: Key Verses Sermon Title: Verse 5-7 Sermon Text: Jude 1:5-7 [ESV] Introduction: 5Now I want to remind you, although you once fully knew it, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pleasing God Instead Of Men Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 4, 2015
     | 8,361 views

    Leadership, Humility, Teachability, Courage

    FOLLOW THE LEADER – Pleasing God Instead of Men 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 (pg. 824) August 9, 2015 Introduction: Opposition can come in many forms...It can be an outright attack, violent and physical...and it can also come more subtly...through conversations that gather support from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Lukewarm Church Of Laodicea

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Aug 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,672 views

    A continuation of the bible study on the seven churches. Laodicea has become synonymous with being lukewarm. Not only was this church the last in the Revelation churches but it was the worst of the churches.

    The Lukewarm Church of Laodicea Introduction: There are more than a few scholars who view the seven churches in Revelation as representative of “church ages”. They believe each individual church represents a certain era in history leading up to the rapture of the church. If they are right, then ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "A Case Of Mistaken Identity"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 26, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,791 views

    Althrough the Gospel of Mark and in this passage in John, those who interact with Jesus often misunderstand or mistake Him for something or someone he is not. Those at the "feeding of the 5000" thought this was the long expected king. (some "gospel" ph

    In Jesus Holy Name July 29, 2012 Text: John 6:14-15 Pentecost IX “A Case of Mistaken Identity” Mistaken identity is not an uncommon thing. The Bible records more than one incident of mistaken identity. The narrative which is most important for our message today is found in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Thanksgiving And Prayer Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 14, 2012
     | 6,224 views

    Our identity is in Christ. Our spiritual power is as strong as is our understanding of that truth.

    Outline I. Series Introduction a. Background: Who, What, When, Where, Why – v.1-2. II. Introduction III. Transition a. Paul found his identity in Christ. He presses the church and us to likewise find our identity in Christ, as highlighted in the text. IV. CIT/CIS: Finding Identity in Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    According To Herod Series

    Contributed by David Cain on May 4, 2013
     | 6,909 views

    The slaughter of the innocents was a dreadful historic moment but how did Herod see it?

    According to Herod Lord, direct me in my speaking that those who hear may learn more of your love for us and your expectations of us. Amen. It’s not easy being a King; let me tell you! After more than 30 years of constant challenge to my authority as the King of the Jews, let alone what it ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Who Is Wise Among You? Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 14, 2012
    based on 156 ratings
     | 24,263 views

    James gives an additional description of the truly wise person versus the unwise person. 1- The wise person is marked by good 2- The unwise person is tainted by evil 3- The wise person is stirred by heaven

    INTRO.- ILL.- An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. "Done!" says the angel, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ