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  • David Washburn avatar

    Evangelism Is Not A Dirty Word

    Contributed by David Washburn on Apr 29, 2002
    based on 130 ratings
     | 8,364 views

    Evangelism is not a dirty word, and we’ve got to reclaim it from those who distort it.

    “Evangelism” What comes to mind when you hear that word? Some of you grew up in the time of tent revivals. For a week, folk would gather from miles around underneath large tents to share a good meal, sing Gospel hymns, and listen to a fiery preacher bring the message that we all need Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worthy Sheep

    Contributed by Mike Dubose on Apr 29, 2002
    based on 174 ratings
     | 24,941 views

    Jesus said, "I am the Good Shepherd." But will He find us to be His worthy sheep?

    Worthy Sheep John 10: 7-15 April 21, 2002 Today, from the Gospel of John, we have the words of Jesus explaining His role to the Pharisees… Once again, they question Jesus as to “who He is,” and He answers them – “I am the Good Shepherd…” That’s who Jesus is – but He goes on to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Better Choice

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,680 views

    Christmas 2001 Jesus is a better Choice

    John 10:7-10. A better choice for a better life Eric A. Snyder , Minister, Farwell Church of Christ December 23, 2001 In an average lifetime, the average American spends 3 years in business meetings, 13 years watching TV, Spends $89,281 on food, consumes 109,354 pounds of food, Makes 1811 trips to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Easter - What A Difference!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001
    based on 2,266 ratings
     | 277,446 views

    Let us consider some of the changes, some of the transformations, that the resurrection of Jesus has already made.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2015) Today is Easter Sunday &, as Christians, we have gathered to celebrate the resurrection of our Savior & Lord. But even as we celebrate, our hearts are heavy with the realization that much is wrong with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    "Making An Impact. Are You?"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 12, 2003
    based on 149 ratings
     | 56,519 views

    Making an Impact is both spiritual and practical.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches September 14, 2003 Making an Impact. Are you?” Acts 9:32-43 INTRODUCTION: “What do you do for Christ each day?” a faithful Christian said. And I replied, “I drive a truck and fill the stores with bread.” He said, “I know of your bread route But that is not the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Stumbling Block Or Salt?

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Sep 28, 2003
    based on 79 ratings
     | 29,865 views

    The text is for the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Common Lectionary Reading for Year B, and looks at Characteristics of a Disciple as in the previous two Sundays.

    STUMBLING BLOCK OR SALT? MARK 9:38-50 --by R. David Reynolds Mark’s Gospel has been giving us excellent glimpses into the character of a true disciple of Jesus Christ. As I prayerfully considered our text this morning two points spoke most powerfully to me. Jesus warns us as His disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Why Do We Have Church? Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on May 9, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,934 views

    We go to church all the time. But why do we have it. What is the purpose. This sermon deals with that question and lays out five purpose of the church.

    Mathew 22 37-40 and Mathew 28 18-20 Why Do We Have Church? I. Introduction A. Attention Graber 1. When I was in 7th grade we had to do what I thought was the most ridiculous project in I had ever done 2. We had to put together a leaf notebook explain the different kinds of leaves from different ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Troy Borst avatar

    Life Of David: David's Other Sin Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 11,106 views

    David takes an oath that Shimei will not be harmed. Forgiveness has taken place. Or has it?

    DAVID’S OTHER SIN 2 SAMUEL 16:5-14 2 SAMUEL 19:14-23 1 KINGS 2:1-12 INTRODUCTION I would like to tell you a story this morning. The story is a Biblical story that can be found in 2 Samuel 16, 2 Samuel 19, and 1 Kings 2. Actually, each of those chapters corresponds to an episode of the story. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Manner Of Man Is This

    Contributed by Dr.johnny Ray Noble on Aug 5, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,729 views

    Sermon on the Idenity and Power of Jesus

    “What Manner of Man is This? Mark 4:41b clause In the second Gospel as recorded by John Mark during the period between 57and 63 A.D., Mark carefully and skillfully constructs the picture of Jesus as the suffering servant. Amidst the 16 chapters, the 678 verses, the 15,171 words, and of the 121 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Does Matter What You Believe Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005
    based on 46 ratings
     | 12,874 views

    The beginning sermon in a Bible study of 1 Timothy. This sermon focus is on the importance of what we believe.

    “Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #1 “It Does Matter What You Believe!” 1 Timothy 1:1-11 The letters written by the Apostle Paul to the young preacher Timothy are part ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Broken Heart

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 4, 2005
    based on 66 ratings
     | 18,025 views

    In the passage, the Blood of Jesus was shed by a Roman spear... but neither John nor any other part of Scripture makes note of the importance of Christ’s blood in this story. Is there a message in the blood that flowed from Jesus side?

    OPEN: About a year ago I received this e-mail: In 2003, Mel Gibson released a film called The Passion which dramatically and bloodily captured much of the trial and crucifixion of Christ. Because of it’s graphicness, it was rated "R". The "R", of course, is because of the violence, the gore. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    What Easter Means To Me

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,912 views

    An Easter sermon

    It was June 18, 1815 --- the Battle of Waterloo. The French under the command of Napoleon were fighting the allied forces of the British, Dutch, and Germans under the command of General Wellington. The people of England depended on a system of signals to find out how the battle was going. One of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    A Church Full Of Deacons Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 5, 2006
    based on 85 ratings
     | 15,193 views

    Study of 3 levels of "diakonos" = deacons / servants in the Scriptures. Can be used for ordination. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

    A Church Full of Deacons Acts 6:1-6 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ChurchFullOfDeacons.html It’s a shame that if I were to ask what are the two offices in the church, somebody would say, "I know, Jerry’s and Jeremy’s." The real answer is Pastor and Deacon. Some don’t know who their deacons are. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    How Much Is Jesus Worth? Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 20, 2005
    based on 61 ratings
     | 14,592 views

    In Mark 14, we see four different group/people having different views of Jesus. They attach different value to Him. Consider Jesus’ value in your life as we ponder these perspectives.

    Let’s begin this morning with a multiple choice question: If you could become any one of these four people, which would you choose? (a) The richest, most successful businessman in the world; (b) The most popular, most attractive movie star in the world; (c) The president of the United States; ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    #3 - How To Put Jesus First Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 114 ratings
     | 39,862 views

    If you really want to be a follower of Jesus, he’s got to be first. (rich young ruler) But how can I make Him first? By getting rid of 4 common excuses... *HANDOUT INCLUDED* Discipleship resources here: www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1

    To see the NewStart Discipleship Journal that Darrell uses for discipling new believers on how to follow Jesus, check out www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1. ----------- 95% commitment to Jesus Christ is 5% short. What does it mean to put Jesus first? What does it mean to have total commitment ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness