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  • Bradford Robinson avatar

    A Second Chance On Life

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Dec 29, 2002
    based on 100 ratings
     | 20,203 views

    This sermon talks about how we all have past regrets that we would like to do away with, and how Jesus can forgive us and give us a fresh start or as some would say, a second chance.

    Last year the Los Angeles Lakers were the powerhouse team in the NBA winning their third straight championship title. With high expectations of a four-peat the Lakers shot out of the gate with perhaps one of the biggest disappointing starts in recent history with a record of 12-19. To put that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Survivor 6: How To Survive Your Finances Series

    Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Oct 21, 2002
    based on 189 ratings
     | 11,429 views

    This is the sixth message of my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon a proper perspective for personal finances and the ongoing battle against materialism. (10-20-02)

    Opening Activity Begin this message with a fun activity. The following items are needed: 1. An empty, old bottle 2. A large key made of cardboard and spray painted gold. The key will have the verses of Matthew 6:19-21 printed and attached to one side. 3. A treasure map with the following ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "How We Make God Become Visible.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 23, 2002
    based on 82 ratings
     | 12,555 views

    June 30, 2002 -- SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 8 Matthew 10:40-42 Color: Green Title: “How we make God become visible.”

    June 30, 2002 -- SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 8 Matthew 10:40-42 Color: Green Title: “How we make God become visible.” 37Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me; 38and whoever does not take up ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Future Joy

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 23, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,388 views

    We find joy by saturating our minds and hearts with the future promises of God.

    This morning, I’d like to talk about joy. How does that statement make you feel? Hopeful? Glad? Or does it arouse feelings of apprehension? Joy is a funny topic. You would expect that people would enjoy hearing about joy; that they would welcome a discourse on such a positive topic. But I’ll bet ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    Divinity Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 2, 2001
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,948 views

    Does the Bible plainly state the divinity of Jesus?

    Doctrine of the Trinity Why didn’t the apostles plainly state doctrine such as the Trinity? In epistles, we only get a snapshot of doctrine. The apostles spent most of their energy planting and building churches and discipling leaders. Their primary method of teaching doctrine was personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Suffering Christian

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Oct 18, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 8,996 views

    When we see the bigger picture – our suffering isn’t so bad

    Intro: (Start w/ Blank) DID YOU KNOW Persecution statistics: * More than 43 million Christians have been killed for their faith since the crucifixion of Jesus. * It’s been estimated that more Christians have been martyred in the 20th Century than in all the prior 1,900 years combined. * There ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Children" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 23, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 16,524 views

    A life of blessing is available to the one who honors and obeys his parents (#12 in The Christian Victor series)

    “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. Honor your father and mother (which is the first commandment with a promise), that it may be well with you, and that you may live long on the earth” In addressing the ever-growing problem in modern society, of children disrespecting ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Sick Religion And Healed Hearts

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 101 ratings
     | 18,710 views

    Religion is sick when it is system-only, salvation-only, or self-only. Christ gives us instead a relationship with Himself, a model of life, and an embracing compassion.

    Religion is either one of life’s greatest blessings, or it is one of the sickest things we do. Religion can be wonderful. I assume that because you are in church today you agree with that. Religion can be fulfilling, it can be instructive, it can be inspiring. Religion has driven so much of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Standing On The Edge Of Disaster Series

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,799 views

    how the Lord uses a near disaster to bring the Israelites to a stronger faith

    August 3, 2003 Exodus 14 The wind whipped through his hair, piercing through the woolen fibers of his coat as if they didn’t even exist. It was an almost unbearably cold night, the kind that makes even the most burly of men shiver to the core. Alan was not a burly man. As a matter of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Larry Moore avatar

    The Four Dimensions Of Christianity

    Contributed by Larry Moore on Dec 31, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,829 views

    A Lesson about the four steps a believer must take to mature in Christ.

    The Four Dimensions of Christianity Text: James 1:22-24 22 But be ye doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. 23 For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: 24 for he behold himself, and goeth his way, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    It's A Foregone Conclusion Series

    Contributed by Bishop Raymond Allan Johnson on Feb 18, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,425 views

    No matter how dismal the situation appears, we have the confidence that with the Lord it is a foregone conclusion, that WE WIN!

    IT’S A FOREGONE CONCLUSION As I am writing this message it is already Thursday, and I have been so involved with trying to get an outline together for an outside project, that I have not yet written the Bulletin for this week. This means that those of you who are receiving this by mail are likely ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    "Having Mercy, Being Pure, Making Peace" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 8, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,028 views

    Sermon 6 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

    “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Let’s pause before we go to discuss these three Christian virtues and remind ourselves of a couple of points vital ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Get Up And Go Series

    Contributed by Bob Lentz on Sep 13, 2006
     | 5,987 views

    Using Abraham’s call to learn how to hear God’s voice in our own lives.

    Get Up And Go! 7-30-06 Series: Can You Hear Me Now? Gen. 12:1-10 Intro. Walking from the back saying – “Can you hear me now?” I love cell phones. They’re convenient, inexpensive and practical. But as we all know, they do have a few little quirks. Do you know what drives ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Singing Mountains And Clapping Trees

    Contributed by James May on Sep 17, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,624 views

    Serving the Lord brings the blessings of God. Satan is looking for another "Sucker", do don’t be one of them.

    Singing Mountains and Clapping Trees By Pastor Jim May What a world we live in! If there was ever a time that could be compared to the days of Noah, today is that time. People are running back and forth across the land, covering the entire face of the earth like ants on an anthill. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    Let's See Some Magic! Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 12, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,234 views

    Jesus’ signs demand faith even when he provides no miracle.

    Scripture Introduction I love the idea of magic. And I’m fascinated by science fiction – I think because it seems to bring magic into real life. When the situation is desperate – Captain Kirk is being choked by a Klingon while on a planet in the final convulsions before its cataclysmic explosion ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed