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  • Warren Lamb avatar

    The Beginning Of The End – Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jan 5, 2008
     | 3,034 views

    If you knew that your time on earth was short, how would that change the way you lived? Today we are going to embark on a study into the beginning of the end for Jesus here on earth.

    The Beginning Of The End – Part 1 Matthew 16:21-28 The first two section of our study of this 16th Chapter of Matthew focused on two ideas: that the expectations we have of God and of others will inevitably lead to disappointment and discontentment if we do not have biblical, God-given ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Misconception 1:man Can Fellowship With God And Still Walk In Sin Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,644 views

    Can man fellowship with God yet still walk in darkness?

    Series: The Three Misconceptions of Man (1John 1:6-2:2) Misconception One: Man Can Fellowship With God and Still Walk in Sin (1John 1:6-7) Introduction: The Son of God has come to earth. This is the great testimony of John the Apostle. He came to earth so that man can have fellowship with His Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Owens avatar

    Motherhood: Rizpah

    Contributed by Daniel Owens on Jan 8, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 17,281 views

    Sometimes we equate motherhood with simple devotion. But the Bible tells us it’s more.

    II Samuel 21:10-11 One person wrote it this way; "A godly mother will point her children to God by the force of their example as much as by the power of their words." -- Croft M. Penze The situation in the American home is acute, no doubt about that Did you realize that only 7% of the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • OLORUNNISOLA ONI avatar

    Call And Blessing Of Consecration

    Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Jan 17, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 12,529 views

    This sermon tells that obedience to the call of God to consecration brings blessings.

    Consecration is the act of setting apart, or dedicating oneself to God. - It is the total dedication of all you are and all you have and all you will become to God without holding anything back. God has always been calling man to Consecration, He called Jacob in our text Jesus called his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ellis Wedel avatar

    To God Be The Glory

    Contributed by Ellis Wedel on Jan 4, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,320 views

    Expository sermon explaining how we give God glory.

    Welcome to satellite churches. Illustration: Subject: Wedding Anniversary Roger was in trouble. He forgot his wedding anniversary. Patti was really angry. She told him "Tomorrow morning, I expect to find a gift in the driveway that goes from 0 to 200 in under 6 seconds AND IT BETTER BE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Allen avatar

    Don't Waste Your Life

    Contributed by Bruce Allen on Feb 16, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 27,522 views

    Don’t Waste Your LIfe! - Live for Christ! - Redeem the Time!

    DON’T WASTE YOUR LIFE 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 [12] All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any. [13] Foods for the stomach and the stomach for foods, but God will destroy both it and them. Now the body ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    Grandparent's Day

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Oct 12, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 41,604 views

    If you ever think that being a grandparent isn’t important then listen to these statistics: 6.1 million - The number of grandparents whose grandchildren younger than 18 live with them.

    TEXT: Psalm 78:1-8 Grandparent Quotes: Grandmas are moms with lots of frosting. Author Unknown Grandfathers are just antique little boys. Author Unknown Never have children, only grandchildren. Gore Vidal When grandparents enter the door, discipline flies out the window. Ogden ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tessie R. Simmons avatar

    Jesus Calls You A Hypocrite

    Contributed by Tessie R. Simmons on Sep 21, 2011
     | 5,766 views

    Jesus calls the scribes hypocrite for judging others unfairly and not judging themselves fairly.

    The scribes and Pharisees have left Jerusalem to follow Jesus. No, not to gain spiritual insight but rather to observe him for the purpose of gathering information to be used against him. Why? They are jealous of his popularity! He is stealing their thunder, and eventually they will lose their ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Daniel Olukoya avatar

    The Gate Of Your Life

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 22, 2010
    based on 52 ratings
     | 103,782 views

    A gate is a very important part of a building or house. A gate is for security and protection. In the Bible, the gate was a focal point of power. Business was conducted at the gate. Military strategy was planned at the gate. Judgment and punishments we

    This week, we are looking at the message entitled, “The gate of your life.” Genesis 28:12 says, “And he dreamed, and behold a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven: and behold the angels of God ascending and descending on it.” According to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gordon Curley avatar

    Key Words In The Christian Life - Redemption Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,956 views

    Key Words in the Christian Life - Redemption (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: 1 Peter chapter 1 verse 18-21. Ill: • In the 1800’s there was a well known American Baptist preacher; • Called Dr. A. J. Gordon. • One day as he walked down a street in Boston; • He met a boy carrying an old rusty bird cage, • Inside the cage were ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Dave Martin avatar

    "Sacrificial Lamb"

    Contributed by Dave Martin on Aug 25, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,077 views

    Sermon about the blood of the "Sacrificial Lamb" as seen throughout scripture and ending with the substitutionary death of Jesus Christ - followed by the Lord’s Supper.

    Pastor Dave Martin ~ Cross Creek Community Church ~ August 20, 2006 “Sacrificial Lamb” 1Co 11:23-32 Turn to Gen 3:21 “Sacrifice” - The definition for sacrifice is broad – the act of offering something to a deity; the ritual slaughter of an animal or a person; To forfeit for another thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    Flames That Threaten America

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 29, 2006
    based on 108 ratings
     | 35,535 views

    This sermon considers some of the conditions that are threatening America’s future.

    How many of you have ever been near a fire that was raging uncontrollably? This is a scary sight. I can recall at least two such occasions in my life. One occurred when I was a boy. A fire burned about 20 acres of pasture land on our family farm. We had to fight that fire. It was a scary scene. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    Secrets Of Living A Blessed Life

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 25, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,714 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE SECRETS OF LIVING A BLESSED LIFE NAMELY 1.FRATERNITY 2.MAGNANIMITY 3.GENEROSITY 4.QUALITY 5.UNITY 6.AVIDITY 7.HUMILITY

    SECRETS OF LIVING A BLESSED LIFE ******************************** OUTLINE 1.FRATERNITY 2.MAGNANIMITY 3.GENEROSITY 4.QUALITY 5.UNITY 6.AVIDITY 7.HUMILITY THE MESSAGE SECRETS OF LIVING A BLESSED LIFE ********************************** 1.FRATERNITY To live a blessed ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Frederic Whittier avatar

    Better Bread

    Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Nov 3, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,471 views

    Jesus offers us more than the flash of the world.

    Better Bread John 6:25-35 “You are what you eat!” is the old slogan that we have been hearing for years. Many of the fast food chains are trying to become more “healthy choices” facilities. Just this week KFC announced that beginning in the New Year, they would change their frying methods by ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Timothy Darling avatar

    Every Tribe And Tongue Series

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,931 views

    Every knee will bow, and every tongue will confess that Jesus is Lord Nobody will have a choice Will your heart rejoice at that moment or bow in despair?

    Every tribe and tongue Revelation 5:6-14 The individual letters to churches have been written. In Revelation 4 we look in on a vision that John related for all the churches. Besides the personal messages, this message is intended for all. In chapter 4 we get a vision of the throne room of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite