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  • Adrian Rogers avatar

    It's Decision That Determines Destiny

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Feb 15, 2012
    based on 35 ratings
     | 83,917 views

    You are free to choose. You are not free not to choose. You’re not free to choose the consequences of your choice. And, when you make a big choice, you make a lot of other choices right along with it.

    Introduction Would you find the Book of Ruth in the Old Testament? And, you’ll find it right after the Book of Judges—Judges. And, we’re going to be studying, now, the Book of Ruth for the next four Sundays. The Book of Ruth is a wonderful book. It is a love story, but it is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Goes Around Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 26, 2012
     | 4,709 views

    The evaporation cycle in nature reminds us of the way God sends blessings to us (as rain) and how our blessings/praises are to rise to him.

    1. Importance of Rain – DEEPLY ROOTED Parnell Bailey visited an orange grove where an irrigation pump had broken down. The season was unusually dry and some of the trees were beginning to die for lack of water. The man giving the tour then took Bailey to his own orchard where irrigation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Celebrate A Shared Vision Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 13, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,295 views

    Commitment, Purpose, Unity, Giving

    The 3 C’s of a Healthy Church - Celebrate a Shared Vision Acts 4:31-37 (p. 761) February 19, 2017 Introduction: Every Sunday afternoon while I was growing up you’d find me and my brother Sammy glued to the TV watching Ohio Valley Wrestling. And let me tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Onion And The Apple

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 3, 2017
     | 8,865 views

    In life we go through seasons. Some seasons are hard and bitter. Some seasons are sweet and wonderful. We must realize our choices, attitudes and words have consequences. Consider the apple and the onion.

    THE ONION OR THE APPLE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have an onion and a sweet apple in my hands as I begin. In the 1929 ROSE BOWL, a man became known by a new name: WRONG WAY ROY RIEGELS WRONG WAY was hit so hard in the football game, he recovered a fumble and he ran the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dare To Be Different

    Contributed by Darrell Williams on Nov 23, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,634 views

    Christians must guard against living in conformity to the world.

    As Ron Luce of Acquire the Fire has said, “We constantly see the effects of a generation that has been led by ungodly influences, peer pressure, and by people with no solid foundation in God. As a result, we have a generation of young people, young adults, and young at heart who are hurt, who are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Omega

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Aug 23, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,458 views

    In the blessing of the righteous, God’s eternal purpose is being accomplished.

    I will send the power point for this sermon free, just email me and reference this sermon title. jaywmc@aol.com Matthew 25:31-46 “The Omega” “In the blessing of the righteous, God’s eternal purpose is being accomplished.” Sunday Morning Sermon 7.22.07 Intro: (Start with Title and Text) Have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church Support Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 26, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,631 views

    This message is intended to help us, the church, to see areas of support that we need to strengthen and, then draw us to make commitments to do just that.

    CHURCH SUPPORT Acts 9:19-31 INTRODUCTION: A. What do these pictures have in common? 1. They all have support – that which holds up the rest of the structure (Use a collage of different items with supports such as overpasses, bridges, etc.) 2. And in a spiritual sense the church needs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship Is A Verb Part 8 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 7, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,564 views

    Part 8 of the series focuses on worshiping God with our finances.

    Worship Is A Verb Part 8 Scripture: Psalm 96:8; Deut. 16:17; 2 Cor. 8:3-5; 9:11-14; Malachi 3:8-12 Introduction In my message on last week, I shared with you the importance of the music ministry in our worship service. As you may recall, the music should not over shadow the worship, nor should ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let Christ Bring A Resolution

    Contributed by John Herrmann on Mar 15, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,234 views

    God works behind the scenes. Caiaphas the high priest’s plan to eliminate Christ became part of God’s design to redeem the world. God continues to work through us too as the body of Christ to bring about his ultimate purpose.

    Let Christ Bring A Resolution Jn. 11:47-53 There’s always a resolution for your problems. Things can and do come together after all. Ezekiel in the Old Testament (Ezekiel 37) offers an image of life being breathed into dead bones with the result that there is a noise and a rattling sound, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "Ehud The Assassin" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 17,774 views

    God uses unlikely people for His purpose

    “Ehud the Assassin” Judges 3:12-23 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Although we’re not going to study the brief account of the judge Othniel, I’d like to point out one important fact in verse 10: “the Spirit of the Lord came upon him”. The Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    "god's End-Time Army."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 8, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,981 views

    "Did you know that God selected you to be a leader in his army even before your birth? Each experience in your life, whether good or bad, has equipped you for this position. You were chosen for a significant purpose. Therefore, embrace your destiny and confidently take on the challenge."

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 34:7) "The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them." (Ephesians 6:10-12) "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Blessing Blocker Or Blessing Bringer? Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 21, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,805 views

    It’s time for the church to check its motives for being.

    September 23, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Haggai 1:1-15 Subject: Sowing and Reaping Title: Are You a Blessing Blocker or a Blessing Bringer? You live in the most blessed nation in the world. You have more freedom to do as you like. You have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Luke avatar

    I Came To Fulfill The Law And The Prophets Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 16, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,590 views

    A look at why Jesus came to earth in His own words

    SERIES: WHAT JESUS SAID ABOUT WHY HE CAME “I CAME TO FULFILL THE LAW AND THE PROPHETS” MATTHEW 5:17-20 INTRODUCTION A young boy was bitterly disappointed at not being cast as Joseph in his church’s nativity play. He was given the minor role of the innkeeper instead. Throughout the weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Bates avatar

    Church In An Identity Crisis

    Contributed by Scott Bates on Sep 11, 2008
    based on 31 ratings
     | 8,755 views

    This sermon reminds us of the main purpose and vision of the church. The sermon helps us to see how to avoid "Americanizing" the church of Jesus Christ

    Church in an Identity Crisis Eph. 3:14-21 In 50 years I’ve had the privilege to meet a lot of people. And of all the people I’ve ever known I have to say all of them, if given the opportunity would change something about their physical appearance. You know, maybe a little taller; little shorter; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Baker avatar

    Prayer Changes Things Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Mark Baker on Feb 5, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,383 views

    The purpose of intercessory pray, and how it brings God’s will to pass.

    Prayer Changes Things Pt. 2 Philippians 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7. and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible