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  • Scott Carmer avatar

    Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

    Contributed by Scott Carmer on May 9, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,632 views

    Those who are poor in spirit are those who have learned that trusting God is the only things that gives them life, and are the ones who are truly blessed.

    Blessed are the Poor in Spirit Matthew 5:1-11 May 1, 2005 Sometimes, there are some interesting typos in new editions of the Bible. One edition of the Holy Book translated a verse from Exodus 20 as “Thou shall commit adultery.” John 8:11 was rendered “Go and sin on more.” I know that most ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Spirit Within, The Spirit Without

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 10, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,290 views

    A sermon for The Day of Pentecost

    The Day of Pentecost Acts 2:1-21 John 20:19-23 "The Spirit Within, the Spirit Without"   "When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly a sound came from heaven like the rush of a mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. And there ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Follow All The Way

    Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,316 views

    Resurrection sermon about Jesus’ call to follow: through His life, to His death, and in His resurrection.

    John 21:15-19 – Follow All the Way Guiseppe Garibaldi was an Italian soldier who lived during the 1800’s. His father dreamed of his entering the priesthood, but Guiseppe had dreams of being a sailor, and the Navy was the way to do it. His leadership abilities caused him to rise quickly in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    War Is Hard

    Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,191 views

    Preached after the Asian tsunami. It shows that we have an enemy who wants to steal, kill and destroy.

    Job 1:6 -21 – War is Hard Well, a week ago I had planned to start a series on the life of David, from now until the Lent season. As the week progressed, I felt the growing need to speak about the situation in Asia. Three years ago, after 9-11, I preached on, ”Why, God?” And after the tsunami ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Of The Living

    Contributed by William Mouser on May 16, 2005
    based on 12 ratings
     | 3,462 views

    In Jesus’ confrontation with the Sadducees concerning the resurrection, Jesus shows from the Sadducees own Biblical authorities that God has always been the God of the Living, not the dead.

    Matt. 22:23-33, Lk 20:27-40, Mk 12:18-27 The event in today’s gospel lesson actually occurred within three days of Jesus crucifixion. Therefore, you would think this lesson appropriate for some Sunday during near the end of Lent, or during passion week. But, its subject matter makes it entirely ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Pentecost; The Spirit Has Arrived! Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on May 16, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,447 views

    A four part series outlining the person and purpose of the Holy Spirit

    Sermon Series: “God, The Holy Spirit” Sermon #1 “Pentecost; The Spirit Has Arrived!” Text: Acts 2:1-4 OPENING JOKE: “The Boy Who Believes in the Holy Spirit Isn’t Here” A children’s class was learning the Apostles Creed. Each child had been assigned a sentence to repeat. The first one said, “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    All Roads Lead To Heaven--Right?

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on May 23, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,328 views

    The world is rapidly changing. Among those changes are people’s views toward religion. While it used to be choice between Methodist, Baptist, Christian Church, etc., people now find themselves trying to decide between Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, etc.

    ALL ROADS LEAD TO HEAVEN–RIGHT? Acts 17:16-34 INTRODUCTION: ILL> A stranger entered the church service in the middle of the sermon and seated himself in the back pew. After a while he began to fidget. Leaning over to a white-haired man at his side, evidently an old member of the congregation, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Things God Hates Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 23, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 16,581 views

    Let us look seriously at the things that God hates and get them far from us in our walk.

    Wise Sayings From God Things God Hates Proverbs 6:16-19 (KJV) These six things doth the Lord hate: yea, seven are an abomination unto him: [17] A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, [18] An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Empty Promises Of Easter

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 24, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,257 views

    The world gives us promises full of emptiness: the Lord gives us emptiness full of promise.

    The Empty Promises of Easter (Developed from a message originally preached by Steven Kellett) Luke 24.1-11 March 27, 2005 Cheater, IL FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A About four years ago, I bought a bottle of a medication that promised to give me something back that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parable Of The Olive Tree-New Life Revelation Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,776 views

    We indeed have the New Life Revelation in Christ Jesus our Lord. Let’s learn what the "new life" holds for us.

    The Parable of the Olive Tree-New Life Revelation Care of God in Grafting Careful of Pride Careful of Complacency Careful of God’s Goodness There once was a brier growing in a ditch when a gardener came along with his spade and dug it up. He dug around it and gently lifted it out of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do We Need Each Other Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on May 27, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 24,523 views

    "Why should I bother joining a church? I’m not the commitment type..." Let me give you 5 reasons why you should have a church family. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

    For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. NOTE: The outline for this sermon, as well as many of the Scripture choices, are adapted from Rick Warren’s book "The Purpose Driven Life". “How ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    "When It Doesn't Stick"

    Contributed by Stephen Woody on May 28, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,492 views

    This is a sermon written for teacher appreciation Sunday, but it has a timeless message on the true meaning of love. True and sincere Christ Love, loves not to change someone, but just so the person will feel loved.

    "WHEN IT DOESN’T STICK" (1 Corinthians 13:1-13) Introduction: GOD BLESS THE TEACHERS! In Fact, God Bless Anyone Who Has The Almost Impossible Task Of Teaching Children I don’t know that there is another job that has as many challenges, with as few rewards. Kids ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Final Words

    Contributed by Paul Decker on May 31, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,334 views

    First person narrative; Be an encouragement to each other.

    I CORINTHIANS 16 FINAL WORDS I Corinthians 16:5-24 S: Encouragement C: Paul’s final words to the Corinthians Pr: BE AN ENCOURAGEMENT TO EACH OTHER. Type: First person Context: Paul is writing out is final words to the Corinthians. Doing this method adds interest to a somewhat choppy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Increasing Joy

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 31, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,893 views

    Increasing joy comes through a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

    Increasing Joy Isaiah 9:2-3 (New International Version) 2The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned. 3You have enlarged the nation and increased their joy; they rejoice before ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Peace Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jun 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 25,970 views

    The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 4) Ruined Peace – What happened to peace? Restored Peace – How can we have peace? Find sermon at www.praiseag.org

    PEACE The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 4) Galatians 5:22-23 • Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) [22] But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, [23] gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. INTRODUCTION: Real Peace – What is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God