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  • Rich Cook avatar

    Offer Them Water

    Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 21, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,740 views

    To refocus the church on our primary job: taking the Water of Life to a world without Jesus.

    Offer them water Purpose: To refocus the church on our purpose: "Go into all the world, preaching the Gospel." 1. (Hold up an ordinary glass of water) Let’s talk about water for a minute. A regular lukewarm glass of water isn’t very appealing. It doesn’t sound very good, does it? But run 4 or 5 ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Investing For The Future

    Contributed by Brent Manor on Jul 27, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,241 views

    If we invest our talents now, we have so much to look forward to.

    Matthew 25:14-30 I. Context This story is told in the middle of pages of Jesus talking about His second coming. From Ch. 24 v.1, to the end of Ch. 25, it’s all about the “End of the Age”, and His return to rule this planet, and look at our “accounts”. II. What’s a Talent? NIV notes it’s worth more ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    "Will Ye Also Go Away"

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 21, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 29,198 views

    exhort men to come to Christ today

    “Will Ye Also Go Away" John 6:60-67 “Will Ye Also Go Away" It is important to remember that the Greek word translated disciple means a pupil or a learner. It was often applied to the followers of Christ because they were taught by him. It does not imply, of necessity, that those to whom it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Quandary Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,079 views

    Three men are called to be disciples. The first and third came to Jesus volunteering to be a disciple. This was unusual. The second man was approached by Jesus. This was the usual way.

    THE QUANDARY OF DISCIPLESHIP Luke 9:57-62 INTRO: This passage contains the encounter between Jesus and three would-be disciples of Jesus. The first two of the three are mentioned in Matt. 8:19-22. Let’s draw a comparison between these three. The first (a scribe), said, "I will follow you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The 12 Days Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Dec 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,555 views

    A fun look and Scriptural examination of the doctrines and teachings reportedly behind the symbols of the popular song.

    “THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS” Christmas Caroling In The Word – Message 3 Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, 12/14/2008 AM INTRODUCTION: The Twelve Politically-Correct Days of Christmas On the 12th day of the Euro-centric-intolerant-fundamentalist-imposed midwinter festival, my current true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Easter Sermon

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 27, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,766 views

    He's Alive, come and see!

    Four friends were talking about death. One of them asked the other three, "When you are in your casket and people are mourning you, what would you like to hear them say about you?" The first man said, "I’d like to hear them say that I was a fine physician in my time and a great family man." ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Breaking Hard Ground Breaking Hard Yokes

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Mar 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
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    Christians will grow out of sin.

    Hos 10:10 It is in my desire that I should chastise them; and the people shall be gathered against them, when they shall bind themselves in their two furrows. [bound together in a rut] Hos 10:11 And Ephraim [ double fruit]is as an heifer [part grown cow]that is taught, [accustomed expert and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Resurrection Was No Hoax. Jesus Rising From The Dead Is No April Fool

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 1, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,994 views

    A short talk given at a local school where I was invited to take an Easter assembly on the last day of term. The date was Friday 1st April 2011. I used the opportunity to talk about April Fools day hoaxes, and to say I believe the resurrection is true!

    On Sunday 17th April many Churches will celebrate an event known as Palm Sunday, remembering when Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on a Donkey. Now I know a donkey doesn’t sound impressive, but back then people expected a saviour to come riding on a donkey so they knew what it meant. The Bible puts ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Worth Of A Mom Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,313 views

    Our text offers an insight into the wide-range of responsibilities that a mom shoulders. Moms often cringe when they hear Proverbs 31 is going to be read on Mother’s Day. Who can live up to that laundry list of responsibilities? Some suggest that it ha

    Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Family Classics Series 2006 The Worth of A Mom Proverbs 31 Moms have to be tough! For one thing, mothers have to survive Mother’s Day. Consider these Mother’s Day experiences. Eight-year-old Mary wrote her mother a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why We Need An Emmaus Road Expereince

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Mar 17, 2007
    based on 78 ratings
     | 65,283 views

    Lesson learned walking down Emmaus Road

    WHY WE NEED AN EMMAUS ROAD EXPERIENCE Luke 24:13-35 Intro: The Emmaus Road. Not much is told in the Bible about this route of travel. We know it was threescore furlongs from Jerusalem or about seven miles. The town of Emmaus actually got its name from the hot springs that was there. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Local Church

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,773 views

    What Jesus taught about the church.

    Matthew 16:13-18 Baptist Distinctives: The Local Church Solomon said that there’s nothing new under the sun. With that in mind, I’ll give credit to Neal Cole for this sermon. I borrowed it from his book, Organic Church. Introduction A. Review aim of sermon series – today I want to deal with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mockery He Endured Series

    Contributed by Tony Mccreery on Sep 8, 2007
     | 3,935 views

    The 3rd in a series going through all Christ endured leading up to the Cross. The series ends Easter Sunday with the Glorious Resurrection

    Jesus had already endured more than the Son of God ever should’ve had to endure. He had now been sentenced to be crucified. Pilate found no fault in Jesus. He found no reason that Jesus should be put to death, but was not man enough to stand up to the crowd. Upon sentencing Jesus, He was taken ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wise Friends Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 22, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,011 views

    Part 7 in a series from Proverbs dealing with friends and relationships.

    Wise Friends Scripture Reference: Proverbs 18:24 I. Introduction A. The Not-So-Good Neighbors 1. Bob and Sara were not so good friends and neighbors. 2. They decided to be friendlier when they saw a moving van at the house next door. 3. Sara baked a cake and she and Bob proceeded next ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Improve Your Marriage

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 2, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,868 views

    So many people are hurting in their marriages today. This simple, yet in-depth message, can help married couples enrich their relationships and find peace in troubled times.

    o The Bible has a lot to say about "Words" o Words are the "Currency of Life o Imagine a world without words… I. A MAN'S STOMACH IS FILLED WITH THE PRODUCE OF HIS MOUTH! A. Life and Death are in the power of our tongues. - Proverbs 18:20-22 1. Our words are seeds - V.20 2. Every word we speak ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Paul's Statement Of His Plans: Jerusalem & Rome Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 14, 2017
     | 3,647 views

    Luke interrupts his story of Paul’s work in Ephesus briefly in order to tell us about the travel plans of the apostle and then moves on to tell about the riot caused by Demetrius. He explains that Paul’s aim was to visit Macedonia, Achaia, Jerusalem....

    September 17, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.D.3.g: Paul's Statement of His Plans: Jerusalem & Rome (Acts 19:21-22) Acts 19:21-22 (KJV) 21 After these things were ended, Paul purposed in the spirit, when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist