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  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Chest Of Joash, Part One: Why?

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 5, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 16,198 views

    A three-fold rationale for keeping stewardship a primary focus in the church...It is a Lordship matter, Heart matter, and Eternal matter.

    Chest of Joash, Part One: WHY? 2 Chronicles 24 March 4, 2001 1Joash was seven years old when he began to reign, and he reigned forty years in Jerusalem. His mother¡¦s name also was Zibiah of Beersheba. 2And Joash did that which was right in the sight of the LORD all the days of Jehoiada the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Hearing God: Three Dynamics Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,621 views

    Discussion of how we can know the will of God for our lives and follow God’s leading.

    Hearing God: Three Dynamics Series: Hearing God #1 Romans 1:8-15[1] 8-21-05 About ten years ago Jeanie and I were at an International Foursquare Conference where we met an absolutely delightful couple named Howard and Vaneda Courtney. At that time I did not know the strategic role they had played ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Susan Blader avatar

    Who Are You Listening To? Series

    Contributed by Susan Blader on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 28,204 views

    As we face decisions in life, we need to learn how to be discerning and ultimately seek communication with God rather than directives.

    Who Are You Listening To? A sermon on Isaiah 30:21and Proverbs 16:29-30 As we begin each day of our lives, we all have decisions to make. Some are easy and some are difficult. And there are many voices competing for our attention and our loyalty. As soon as I rise each morning, often before I ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

  • Timothy Smith avatar

    A Courageous Confronter Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 25, 2005
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,799 views

    3rd in a four part character study on the life of John the Baptist.

    "A COURAGEOUS CONFRONTER" MATTHEW 3:5-10 AND MARK 6:17-20 INTRODUCTION: How many of you are familiar with the X-Men? They are another of the superheroes of Marvel Comic fame and have been the stars of two blockbuster films for 20th Century Fox and “X-Men 3" is scheduled for release in May of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Let's Be Honest About What We Believe

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 20, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,011 views

    This message deals with aligning our actions with what we claim to believe. You can see it and hear it at www.glenvillenewlife.com

    Let’s Be Honest, What Do We Really Believe Genesis 3:1-14 James 2:14-26 Let me introduce you to Rakay. Rakay believes a man is responsible for his actions. He believes a man should do all that he can for his community and his church in order to build it up. He believes that a man should ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Wade Allen avatar

    Freedom From Religion Series

    Contributed by Wade Allen on Oct 3, 2007
    based on 13 ratings
     | 8,357 views

    A challenge to avoid being Pharisaical in the church.

    The Apostle Paul had an interesting style of ministry. Paul would travel to a city, get to know a few people, plant a church, then stay around as long as it took (usually a couple years) until the church was self-sufficient. Then he would pack up and move to a new city and start the process all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Adore-Ation Series

    Contributed by Paul Newell on Dec 14, 2006
     | 5,588 views

    In part three of Discover the REAL Christmas we discover ADORE-ation. Christmas is about our worship and adoration of Jesus Christ. It took on different forms for each of the characters of Christmas.

    Song: We wish you a Merry Christmas... This week I started the third of four Christmas books that I will be reading this year. None of them are of any consequence, just fun little books to fill in the gaps between the study books I’m reading and other stuff that I’m doing. My favorite so far is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Back To The Beginning: It's All Different! Series

    Contributed by Daniel Richter on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,131 views

    The background of the Early Church, what set them apart and put them in position to see God move and work in truly miraculous ways that cannot be explained in human terms...

    Back to the Beginning: It’s All Different! Most of you know that I’m a pretty big sports fan. I enjoy playing and watching just about anything, but if I had to pick just one sport, my passion is definitely football. I love to watch football. I love to go out in the backyard and throw the ball ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Rick Finitzer avatar

    "Unto Us, God's Gift - Jesus"

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Dec 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,175 views

    WHAT IS THE BEST GIFT EVER GIVEN? The best Christmas present ever given, in all of the world, would have to be the LORD Jesus Christ, God’s Son for our Salvation! That is mankind’s greatest present ever!

    Cornerstone Church December 21, 2008 “UNTO US, GOD’S GIFT - JESUS” Luke 2:8-14 WHAT IS THE WORST CHRISTMAS GIFT GIVEN AT CHRISTMAS? According ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Cleavon Matthews Sr. avatar

    Lord, I Think I've Had Enough

    Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on May 11, 2008
    based on 89 ratings
     | 42,167 views

    Sometimes we want to give up because we feel alone and abandoned.

    LORD I THINK I’VE HAD ENOUGH! 1 Kings 19:1-18 By Cleavon Matthews December 29, 2003 INTRODUCTION In this solemn Scripture our attention is seized by the shattered state of God’s messenger. This valiant and venturous prophet has been victimized by fear. At this point he is but a shadow of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Mommy Dearest Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,139 views

    Biblical characteristics of a godly woman.

    There is a difference between a mother and a mom. I realize today is called Mothers’ Day, but I really believe we should understand it and celebrate it more as Moms’ Day. The truth is, every mother should be appreciated for the fact that she allowed a child within her to be carried to the point of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darren McCormick avatar

    The Last Days: Be Devoted To One Another Series

    Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Jan 11, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 17,925 views

    A call to intensity due to the fact we’re living in the last days.

    AM Sermon preached at Syria Christian Church January 16, 2005 The Last Days: Be Devoted to One Another Various scriptures... [SHOW CRUCIFIXION SLIDE DURING COMMUNION TIME] [SHOW TITLE SLIDE AFTER GIRLS SING SPECIAL] Imagine---it’s New Year’s Eve and your standing with thousands of others at ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kent Kessler avatar

    Your Home A Safe Place: Daily Sharing Time With You And Your Mate Series

    Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,837 views

    Working on our core relationship with God moves us outward and has its effects on those closest to us. And who is closer than your spouse? WE NEED TO HAVE A DAILY TALK TIME WITH OUR SPOUSE.

    NO PLACE LIKE HOME Your Home A Safe Place Daily Sharing Time for You & Your Mate EPHESIANS 5:21-33 Five Safety Builders There were two men out on the golf course, at the fifteenth green, when they see a funeral procession drive by. One man pauses, takes off his hat, and places it over his heart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 25, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 23,898 views

    The sermon examines the concept of holiness and the work of the Spirit of God in producing holiness in the life of the believer.

    The HOLY Spirit. John 14:23-27 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO We are considering seven different names or descriptive terms for the Holy Spirit in the New Testament. So far we have examined two of the seven. (1) The Spirit of God---the personal, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Don Hawks avatar

    Bruce Almighty (Me Almighty) Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Nov 26, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,900 views

    This is the first of a series of sermons based on movie themes, an idea I borrowed from West Family Church in the Kansas City area while I was visiting there this summer. We are not wired to play God.

    SLIDE 1 BRUCE ALMIGHTY (ME ALMIGHTY) Stop Playing God and Discover God Almighty’s Plan Good morning and welcome to Bethany—greet guests, etc. SLIDE 2 How many of you have been to the movies this summer? It seems like I get to the movies more in the summer than any other time. How does that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist