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  • John Howard avatar

    Peace

    Contributed by John Howard on Dec 29, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,471 views

    Christ’s birth ws accompanied with a procalmation of peace. Where is that peace found?

    Peace Luke 2:8-14 At the birth of Jesus - Angels appeared to shepherds - “Fear not” - Great joy! - Peace was the message Christ’s coming into the world - Was heralded as the coming of peace and joy - We humans have attempted to manufacture peace and joy - Our materialism is our culture’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lets Just Praise Him!

    Contributed by Wm. Darryl Scott Sr D.d. on Dec 30, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 23,084 views

    There are some real reasons for our praise, that go beyond outside appearances, or simply because someone else suggest that we out to praise him. Praise is not only expected, but it is not acceptable until it is sincere! Do you have any reason to praise

    Lets Just Praise Him! PSALMS 103:1 PREACHED BY REV. W. D. SCOTT, SR. @ Pleasant Grove Baptist Church HELLO, MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN CHRIST! HAVE YOU COME ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Mason avatar

    New Year's Resolutions Require More Than Duct Tape

    Contributed by Chris Mason on Jan 4, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,387 views

    God through the death of His Son offers more than a quick fix, rather He offers a lasting solution!

    INTRODUCTION The first week in January, has to be the most depressing week of the year! The holidays are over, all the family and friends are gone, the presents have all been opened, the Christmas candy has dwindled, and now it’s time to go back to work and school! What a drag! While I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Safe In The Arms Of Jesus

    Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 14, 2003
    based on 98 ratings
     | 19,803 views

    When we find ourselves in one of the storms of life, we need to remember who is in the "boat" with us.

    SAFE IN THE ARMS OF JESUS Luke 8:22-25 INTRODUCTION: A. Have you ever been so scared that you weren’t sure what action to take next? How do you handle the storms of life? ILL> That was the situation that a little boy found himself in. He had diligently rehearsed for his role in the Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Optimism In The Face Of Tragedy

    Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,815 views

    A reflection on 9/11/01

    Optimism In The Face of Tragedy 10/30/01 “We all face tragedy. What’s more, we’ve all received the symbols of tragedy. Yours might be a telegram from the war department, an ID bracelet from the hospital, a scar, or a court subpoena. We don’t like these symbols, nor do we want these symbols. ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Port In A Storm

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 20, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 5,830 views

    Christ converts Chaos into Calm; Christ Comforts His Companions in their Concern;and Christ is in Control

    22-06-03 Field Dalling Mk 4:35-41 Port in a storm Story: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. They set up their tent and fell asleep. Some hours later, Holmes woke his faithful friend up. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • James Phillips avatar

    Put Life On Pause

    Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 22, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,760 views

    It is time to get out of the rat race and backe to God.

    Put Life on Pause PSLAMS 46:1-11 1 God the Refuge of His People. God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change And though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea; 3 Though its waters roar and foam, Though the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Food We Need Series

    Contributed by Eric Stefanski on Aug 3, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 13,683 views

    Christ is the Food We Need; all other food is perishing, as are those who trust in it; earthly food is merely a means to sustain life, while we need a food that will give life to the dead

    The Food We Need St. John 6:22-35 Introduction Our Old Testament reading this morning recounts the story of the Lord’s providing manna for the Children of Israel as they made their way to the promised land. Have you ever wondered what manna must have been like? Unbelieving scientists and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Foundation For A Peaceful Life

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Feb 13, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 2,878 views

    God Gives us the Peace that trancends all understanding. In the time that we live in with all the wars, terriosm, politcal garbage, we still can find peace.

    Philippians 4:4-9 The Foundation For a Peaceful Life Introduction A. I don’t like War B. Nobody likes war C. I am not sure where this whole Iraq thing is going to end up D. I don’t want to have to live in fear of a terrorist attack by Saddaam Husain E. However, I really don’t want to go into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    When All Seems Hopeless

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 13, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,750 views

    Following the death of Moses and facing the task of conquering a land of fortified cities, Israel experienced a sense of hopelessness. Trust and confidence in God will restore hope in our life.

    WHEN ALL SEEMS HOPELESS “Now after the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, it came to pass that the Lord spoke unto Joshua saying: ‘Moses my servant is dead. Now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, you, and all this people, to the land which I am giving to them, the children of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Yolanda Quiñones avatar

    Insístele Que Se Quede

    Contributed by Yolanda Quiñones on Feb 23, 2003
    based on 99 ratings
     | 5,043 views

    En medio de la crisis, el desaliento y las interrogantes, Jesús se acerca....pero luego pareciera que se aleja....es ahí donde tienes que insistirle que se quede.

    Insístele que se quede Lucas 24:28-29 Introducción: 1.Los acontecimientos de los últimos días habían sido devastadores. El hombre en quien habían puesto sus esperanzas había muerto, los discípulos en el camino de Emaús no entendían, estaban confundidos, iban cabizbajos, en silencio por momentos, ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Dawn Marie Turner avatar

    Through The Roof

    Contributed by Dawn Marie Turner on Feb 24, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 8,430 views

    How to find hope in the midst of tragedy; a young boy murdered by two 12 year olds and a tragic death of a basketball star in a one week span.

    Today’s message is a message of hope. Frederick Buechner, in his book, “The Longing for Home: Recollections and Reflections” writes: If preachers decide to preach about hope, let them preach out of what they themselves hope for. They hope that the words of their sermons may bring some measure of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Davis avatar

    There's A Great Day Coming

    Contributed by Michael Davis on Mar 4, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 18,138 views

    This sermon speaks of the great day, greater than all others, that is quickly approaching.

    THERE’S A GREAT DAY COMING Isaiah 12 I believe we are approaching the day that the Bible speaks about so vividly. From watching the news and listening to people who have studied prophesy for years and years, it is not hard to understand that we are standing on the threshold of eternity. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Fred Sigle avatar

    Getting Out Of The Pits

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Aug 16, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 8,672 views

    Even as God took David from the pit of despair, so can he stand us on solid ground.

    GETTING OUT OF THE PITS text: Psalm 40:1-3 A. Oh, how WEARINESS effects us at times. ILLUSTRATION: I can’t explain how you know for sure. I guess you have to be a preacher to understand. There’s this inner-feeling that a preacher gets when he knows that he’s DONE all that he can for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Selflessness Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 29, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 8,639 views

    The aim of this sermon is get us to reexamine our self for selfishness and recommit our selves to taking up our cross and following Christ.

    ah Selflessness Nehemiah 5 August 31, 2003 Intro: A. [Excuses: Any Will Do?, Citation: Zig Ziglar, Something Else to Smile About (Thomas Nelson, 1999); submitted by Bonne Steffen, Wheaton, Illinois] Zig Ziglar writes: My brother, the late Judge Ziglar, loved to tell the story of the fellow who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational