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  • Larry Wolfe avatar

    The Handwriting On The Wall

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jun 24, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,142 views

    Daniel unfolds God’s judgment of the wicked king

    Daniel Chapter 5-‘The Handwriting on the Wall’ I. Preparation for the Handwriting (v.1-4) A. Feast of Belshazzar (v.1) B. Folly of Belshazzar (v.2-4) II. Presence & Power of the Handwriting (v.5-9) A. Prominence of the Handwriting (v.5) B. Physical Effect on the King ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney avatar

    Whats In Your Hand?

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Mar 23, 2007
    based on 125 ratings
     | 65,766 views

    God is wanting to do something awesome and powerful in your life, but it starts by giving him what you have in your hand.

    What do you have? What is available to you, at your disposal, in your possession? This rod was nothing special of itself, it was just a rod (a stick). What was significant about this stick was: It was what Moses had. Note: God did not ask Moses what he didn’t have. We could all make a long ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    How To Gain A Few Pounds Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 13, 2007
    based on 81 ratings
     | 10,348 views

    The Parable of the Pounds - We are each entrusted with the weighty matter of carrying the gospel. But how well are we bearing the burden God has placed in our pack? Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    How to Gain a Few Pounds Luke 19:11-27 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GainFewPounds.html “I don’t need anyone telling me how to do that…I’ve got it mastered!” The parable of the pounds reminds us of the parable of the talents in Mt. 25, which we’ll study in a couple of weeks. But they are quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Cook avatar

    God's Plan For Debt Free Living

    Contributed by David Cook on Oct 26, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,283 views

    God's plan to live debt free!

    What motivates you to give to certain people, charities, causes, ministries? Some reasons could include: Compassion for needy people, investment opportunities, to avoid feeling guilty, you just want to help a friend in need, etc. When the topic of giving is brought up in church some people react: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gordon Curley avatar

    The Parable Of The Ten Minas

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,586 views

    Interpretation & application of the parable. (PowerPoint slides are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    Rewarding the Faithful Reading: Luke chapter 19 verses 11-27. Quote: Hebrews chapter 11 verse 6: “Without faith it is impossible to please God.’” Quote: “The word ‘Faith’ in the Bible is spelt ‘R.I.S.K.’” In the parable before us: • Nine servants were willing to ‘R.I.S.K.’ that is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Oscar Destruge avatar

    Carpe Diem Seize The Day

    Contributed by Oscar Destruge on Dec 29, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,137 views

    The most wonderful treasures of this world are the relationships that we cultivate. The most beautiful gift that you can give to another human being is our time and affection.

    Carpe diem Seize the day He came to His own, and His own people did not receive Him (John 1:11) December 26, 2010 We’ve all heard the saying: “You don’t appreciate what you have until you lose it.” This happens more frequently during Christmas, causing stress and depression. The running about ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Danny Williams avatar

    She Hath Done What She Could

    Contributed by Danny Williams on May 26, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,442 views

    The woman with the alabaster box demonstrates a true spirit of worship.

    Intro. While Jesus was having a meal in Bethany at the house of Simon the Leper, the scribes and chief priest were plotting to put Jesus to death. a. It was a time of hostility towards Jesus b. There is hostility towards Jesus today as well! 1. His Word 2. His miracles 3. His Kingdom ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Matthew 8:1-4 - Part 1 - When My Worship And His Willingness Collide! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 20, 2010
    based on 37 ratings
     | 18,583 views

    IT'S A COLLISION OF WORSHIP AND WILLINGNESS, OF SURRENDER AND SOVEREIGNTY. As I bow before Him as my Lord and Master, and articulate to Him what only He can do in my life, Jesus says "I am willing" and another mountain is moved.

    Matthew 8:1-4 - Part 1 - WHEN MY WORSHIP AND HIS WILLINGNESS COLLIDE! I was a big kid in primary school. I matured before most other boys, and towered above them. Most kids stayed away from me. It didn't help when at 14, I grew a beard. Further alienation, this time from my teachers who thought I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Matthew 8:5-13 When My Belief And His Authority Collide Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 23, 2010
    based on 45 ratings
     | 35,796 views

    DOES THIS MEAN THAT I CAN BELIEVE FOR OTHERS TO BE HEALED even if they don't have the faith? It seems to say this to me. Does it to you? But even more importantly is who I have faith in - JESUS, WHO HAS THE AUTHORITY TO HEAL.

    Matthew 8:5-13 WHEN MY BELIEF AND HIS AUTHORITY COLLIDE! The first person that Jesus heals as recorded in Matthew was an outcast - a person with leprosy and Jesus told him to keep it a secret. The second person is someone of low social status - a servant. These are people who are the forgotten ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Respecting Human Ecology Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 6, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,991 views

    The real problem with environmental movements is that they begin with the earth, not with God's image and earth's steward--human beings.

    March 8, 2010 Caritas in Veritate The role of prophet is not and should not be an easy one. Human beings are, because of our fallen condition, rebellious and resistant to change. When someone tells us we are on the wrong path, we reflexively become defensive. “Who is he to tell me what I ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Anthony Seel avatar

    "Real-Life Discipleship” Series

    Contributed by Anthony Seel on Feb 13, 2011
     | 6,056 views

    A sermon on 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 with reference to Real-Life Discipleship by Jim Putnam. Putnam has developed a spiritual growth wheel diagram that he explains in his book and which is used in this sermon to explain growth to spiritual maturity.

    The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. St. Andrew’s Church February 13, 2011 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 “Real-Life Discipleship” New faces are popping up weekly at children’s play groups and on neighborhood park benches, although not in the weather we’re having today! These new faces carefully watch the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Eric Ferguson avatar

    Risky Business

    Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 21, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,941 views

    What are you willing to risk in using your talents for God? Discover six ways on how to become the servant that multiplied the talents the most in Jesus’ parable.

    What was the riskiest stunt you ever pulled off as a kid? Was it pedaling down the street in your banana seat bicycle as fast as you can and careful hold the handle bars still as you drove up on the ramp and sailed into the air for a brief moment into what seemed like infinity? Or was is risking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • C Jordan avatar

    Discovering Your Destiny Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 14, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 27,130 views

    God desires that every one of His children would discover their destiny – the good plans that He has for their lives. The starting point for this is a God encounter where we hear His call, and respond with faith and obedience.

    DISCOVERING YOUR DESTINY ILLUSTRATION: ON DESTINY There was a frog that absolutely knew his destiny was to turn in to a handsome young prince. But for confirmation, he decided to visit a fortuneteller. The fortuneteller brought the frog in and gazed into her crystal ball. She said, “Oh, I see ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Pocket Change

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 20, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,243 views

    Do we have a correct view of money? Do we hold stuff or does stuff hold us? It is time to have a pocket change!

    Pocket Change Text: Mark 12:41-44 41And He sat down opposite the treasury, and began observing how the people were putting money into the treasury; and many rich people were putting in large sums. 42A poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which amount to a cent. 43Calling His ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Scott Coltrain avatar

    Good Stewards

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 34 ratings
     | 54,718 views

    Eliezer was a good and faithful steward for his master, Abraham. We need to follow his example in being good stewards of the manifold grace of God.

    Not many people know Eliezer of Damascus. He is not one of the most prominent of Bible characters. However, this man played a major role in the life of Abraham. In Genesis 15:2, Eliezer is identified as the steward of Abraham. A steward is a person that is responsible for managing the property ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ