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  • Quintin Morrow avatar

    "The Three 'vs' Of Calvary"

    Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Mar 28, 2002
    based on 208 ratings
     | 11,482 views

    An evangelistic message on the purpose and power of the Cross of Christ.

    Palm Sunday 2002 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Fort Worth, Texas The Cross of Christ “Then they led Him out to crucify Him” –Mark 15:20. The image of the Cross seems to be everywhere. It hangs from the rearview mirrors, and rests upon the dashboards, of our cars. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Dr. Scott Caudill avatar

    God Is For Me

    Contributed by Dr. Scott Caudill on Apr 1, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,908 views

    How did David make it through one of the darkest valleys of his life? By knowing that God was on his side!

    GOD IS FOR ME!! Psalms 56:1-13 The 56th Psalm has somewhat of an interesting subscription to say the least. If you’ll notice just over verse #1 of this particular Psalm, we can gather that it was addressed to the chief musician. And then notice these words, “Upon Jonath-elem-rechokim,”. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is For Me

    Contributed by Dr. Scott Caudill on Apr 1, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
     | 36,058 views

    How did David make it through one of the darkest valleys of his life? By knowing that God was on his side!

    GOD IS FOR ME!! Psalms 56:1-13 The 56th Psalm has somewhat of an interesting subscription to say the least. If you’ll notice just over verse #1 of this particular Psalm, we can gather that it was addressed to the chief musician. And then notice these words, “Upon Jonath-elem-rechokim,”. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good News From The Graveyard!

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Apr 16, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 22,868 views

    An Topical message on the assurances that the resurrection gives to Christians.

    "Good News From The Graveyard" March 31, 2002 Introduction: Welcome to New life in Christ. It is our normal teaching practice to go through books of the Bible verse by verse. Currently on Sunday mornings we are going through the Gospel of Luke but since this is such a special day I will not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    It's Not Okay God!

    Contributed by Tony Searles on Apr 17, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,430 views

    If you have had a "bad day", what do you do...rather, what should we do in the middle of it. We must praise the Lord!

    Stand & Read - Job 1:20-22 “Then Job arose and tore his robe and shaved his head, and he fell to the ground and worshiped. [21] And he said ‘Naked I came from my mother’s womb, And naked I shall return there. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord." [22] ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Did Jesus Suffer In Hell? (Part 1)

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Apr 19, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 3,862 views

    Did Jesus have to suffer in Hell? Did He have to die spiritually?

    Did Jesus Suffer in Hell? (Part 1) Is Spiritual Death Necessary? Some teachers claim that Jesus’ physical death on the cross could not redeem mankind but that He had to die spiritual to pay our debt. Some go so far as to say that we can’t be saved unless we believe that Jesus suffered in Hell. Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Fresh Touch For You Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 21, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 48,959 views

    God desires to touch us.

    A FRESH TOUCH FOR YOU Luke 1:5-25 S: Seek a fresh touch from God Th: The Christmas Touch Pr: GOD DESIRES TO TOUCH US ?: Inductive KW: Stages TS: We will find in the story of Luke 1:5-25 five stages that show God’s desire to touch us. The ____ stage is… I. SETTING (5-7) II. SELECTION ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The "I's" Have It

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,317 views

    Nine words that begin with the letter "I", which defeat the true power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

    As we look at the actions or inaction’s of life, and especially in the Church, we can see some REASONS for why things happen or don’t happen.....and we also can see some EXCUSES for why things happen or don’t happen. A. When I first thought of this subject, I was narrowly applying ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Lynn Floyd avatar

    The Search For Significance For Children Series

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 83 ratings
     | 5,217 views

    I talk about a child’s responsibility to obey and honor his/her parents no matter what kind of homelife situation.

    Search for Significance for Children OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Several years ago while still in college I decided to get my truck refinanced. My grandparents (who cosigned the truck) and I were getting some information to the bank. After corresponding with a bank representative I had to fax some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Martin Wiles avatar

    Hey God! We Have Some Questions

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 5, 2002
    based on 80 ratings
     | 5,316 views

    This sermon deals with doctrinal beliefs we should have about God.

    INTRODUCTION Does the topic make you a little uneasy? Have you ever said this to God or wished you had enough nerve to say it? Maybe you have had questions in your mind but you have never voiced them out loud. Perhaps one of the questions that has floated through you mind is whether there is even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    How To Explain The Gospel To A Friend

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 7, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 19,237 views

    This sermon teaches you how to explain the Gospel to a friend.

    How to Explain The Gospel to a Friend 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, (NIV) Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Mother's Day 2002

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 10, 2002
    based on 159 ratings
     | 28,926 views

    Mothers should be praised on Mother’s Day, not preached to.

    MOTHER’S DAY 2002 Prov. 31:10-31 INTRO.- ILL.- A drill sergeant was frustrated in his efforts to make a soldier out of a certain recruit. The trainee lagged behind on marches, used any excuse to go on sick call, grumbled constantly about the food, and never made his cot properly. But one day, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Our God Of The Second Chance Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 19,531 views

    Several people this week have mentioned how much they enjoyed hearing the Old Testament read out loud. Let’s face it ­ some books don’t get much attention today. One of those is Ecclesiastes, which was written by Solomon. It’s really a journal of Solom

    Our God of the Second Chance Several people this week have mentioned how much they enjoyed hearing the Old Testament read out loud. Let’s face it ­ some books don’t get much attention today. One of those is Ecclesiastes, which was written by Solomon. It’s really a journal of Solomon’s search for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Mason avatar

    Don't Forget To Remember

    Contributed by Steve Mason on May 22, 2003
    based on 107 ratings
     | 32,241 views

    Remembering things that will strengthen you for the storms of life

    AUGUST 12th, 2001 PRAY ....... PEOPLE GOING THROUGH TIMES OF DIFFICULTY OR UNCERTAINTY FACE A COMMON DANGER ….. -THE DANGER OF FORGETTING ABOUT GOD ! ! ! SO, TODAY’S MESSAGE IS INTENDED TO STIR OUR MEMORIES -WE ALL PARTICIPATE IN EVENTS DESIGNED TO INSURE THAT WE DON’T ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Matthew Wright avatar

    A Promised Walk Series

    Contributed by Matthew Wright on May 27, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,157 views

    Joseph

    Title: A Promised Walk Text: Genesis 37; 39-46 Subject: Faith Series: The Walk Series; #4 Introduction: Promises don’t mean too much to people of this day and age. There was a time when a simple handshake and a promise were as good as any legal contract. The handshake was binding. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God