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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    In Faith, Unity Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2007
    based on 79 ratings
     | 15,972 views

    Several 100 yrs ago, Augustine said "In faith unity. In doubtful things, liberty. In all things love". How can we apply that concept to our mission as a church?

    OPEN: There’s a Methodist minister named J. Gordon Melton who has an interesting hobby. He collects lists of church denominations in the United States... and his research has revealed there are 1517 different recognized denominations in USA. He includes all kinds of groups, including cults such as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Making The Right Kind Of Impression

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 17, 2008
     | 2,660 views

    Message about how Christians are supposed be looked on with favor, not with disgust, as happens so often today. While the gospel is offensive to many because of its call to repentance (and which is the basis for the world "hating" Christians), Scripture

    Making the Right Kind of Impression Acts 2:42-47; 5:12-13 November 2, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED (AND ADAPTED) IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Introduction My intention for today was to continue working through our passage in Matthew as we look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Rodney Coe avatar

    The Principal Thing Series

    Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 16, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 25,271 views

    Getting wisdom from God rather than the wisdom of the world.

    The Principal Thing James 3:13-18 Vonage has made a lot of money with a catchy theme song, Whew who, who, who, who, silly commercials, my favorite is the wife talking about switching to Vonage and the husband dancing in the next room. And a simple statement, “People do stupid ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Become An Example

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Oct 2, 2023
     | 2,521 views

    Be aware that others could be following the things that you do, whether good or bad. Some things happen or are done unintentionally. But, as Christians, we should be intentional about being the best example to others we can be.

    Alba 10-1-2023 BECOME AN EXAMPLE I Thessalonians 1:6-8 Here is a story of what happened when Calvin Coolidge was President. Once he invited some friends from Vermont to dine at the White House. They were worried about their table manners, so they decided to do everything their host did. All went ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Monty Newton avatar

    The Commitment Choice Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 22, 2010
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     | 5,031 views

    I am strongest when I choose to commit all of my life and will to Christ's care and control.

    Title: The Commitment Choice Text: “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” Matthew 5:5 Thesis: I am strongest when I choose to commit all of my life and will to Christ’s care and control. Lenten Series: Life’s Healing Choices (Saddleback Resources) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Inisghts Into Christian Service

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 19, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,253 views

    Here is a miracle with a message. Dr. G. Campbell Morgan once said that every parable Jesus spoke was a miracle of instruction ,and every miracle Jesus performed was a parable of instruction. Here is a miracle filled with Insight Into Christian Service.

    Insights Into Christian Service John 2:1-11 I want to direct your attention to the word “servants” in verses 5 and 9. The servants are referred to in several more verses by the words “they,” “them,” or “you.” It is these unnamed servants that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brandon Max avatar

    11) We Believe God's Word Is Profitable! Series

    Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 10, 2022
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     | 2,282 views

    The Bible is incredibly beneficial to every believers life. Not only is it God's Word, but it is Profitable for: 1) Doctrine; 2) Reproof; 3) Correction; and 4) Instruction in Righteousness.

    THINGS MOST SURELY BELIEVED AMONG US 11) We Believe The Word of God Is Profitable Text: Luke 1:1 Forasmuch as many have taken in hand - to set forth in order a declaration… of those things which are most surely believed among us. Brethren as Children of God – it’s important for us to know what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accessing Supernatural Speed Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 29, 2025
     | 114 views

    Supernatural speed is the divine empowerment that causes accelerated progress beyond human limitations.

    ACCESSING SUPERNATURAL SPEED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 18:46 "And the hand of the Lord was on Elijah; and he girded up his loins, and ran before Ahab to the entrance of Jezreel." Supporting Texts: Amos 9:13, Isaiah 40:31, Habakkuk 3:19, John 6:21, Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Why We Read The Bible

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 1, 2025
     | 253 views

    The Bible is not an ordinary book; it is God’s inspired Word to mankind. It is a spiritual compass, a manual for righteous living, and a powerful tool that shapes the lives of those who study and apply it.

    WHY WE READ THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works." — 2 Timothy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Divine Call To Leadership Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 29, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,761 views

    Establish that one of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful leadership. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Leadership’s: Divine Appointment 2. The Leadership’s: Divine Assignment 3. The Leadership’s: Divine Assurance Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss the theme: “Divine Call to Leadership.” One of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Processing Our Pain

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,081 views

    Discussion of how to pray our own pain followed by practical instruction on how to minister to others who are experiencing loss and pain.

    Processing Our Pain Psalm 13[1] 6-5-05 Intro We begin the message this morning with a clip from the movie “Steel Magnolias”. In this scene M’Lynn Eatonton (played by Sally Fields) is standing at her daughter’s grave as the funeral has come to an end. Watch as she processes her grief and her ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Germinating Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 20,277 views

    A gentle spirit gives the world a taste of the presence of Jesus. As we become as gentle as Jesus, we will treat others like He does.

    Germinating Gentleness Rev. Brian Bill 7/29/01 Pastors are not always known for their gentleness because many of us talk too long or preach too loud. On the other hand, people are not always real gentle with pastors either. I heard about a minister who received a note from an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The Cross Of Christ

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 314 ratings
     | 7,099 views

    1- The offense of the cross 2- The preaching of the cross 3- The priority of the cross

    INTRO.- ILL.- Since 1710, the skyline of London has been dominated by the soaring dome of St. Paul’s Cathedral. On the top of the dome is a cross. So it is fair to say that for nearly 300 years there has been a cross on the roof of London! That is one way to say that Christ is above all! ILL.- ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dan Erickson avatar

    Fragile: Handle With Care

    Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000
    based on 41 ratings
     | 18,897 views

    Our eternal salvation is secure because of Christ, but when it comes to the daily routine of following the Lord, we desperately need God's grace each day.

    Every now and then I receive, or send, a package labeled "Fragile: Handle With Care." It might be a very expensive crystal vase inside, or maybe it is just a small toy, but the purpose of the label is to warn the friendly UPS, or Postal Service, employee that if they are not careful how they handle ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Kellett avatar

    "God Speaking"

    Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 147 ratings
     | 11,612 views

    Ananias hears God’s call - how he recognizes and reacts to God’s instructions.

    10Now there was a disciple at Damascus named Ananias; and the Lord said to him in a vision, “Ananias.” And he said, “Here I am, Lord.” And the Lord said to him, “Get up and go to the street called Straight, and inquire at the house of Judas for a man from Tarsus named Saul, for he is praying, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance