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  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Past Present Future

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 11, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,373 views

    Look out look up look around

    Past Present Future (1)What I was by Nature Eph. 2:3Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others. A heart of evil A mind led by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moving On From The Past

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009
     | 11,757 views

    Discussion of Philippians 3:12-14.

    Moving on from the Past Philippians 3:12-14 September 20, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: As was made painfully obvious last Sunday, I recently had a birthday. I turned 45 on September 11th. One of the things I find myself ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Past, Present, And Future

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 1, 2010
    based on 17 ratings
     | 15,274 views

    As we begin a new year, we need to consider looking back, where we were; looking inward – where we are; and looking ahead – where we are going. Paul in Philippians 3 provides us with an example of evaluating one’s past, present, and future.

    Past, Present and Future Philippians 3:1-17 Introduction: As we stand at the door steps of a new year, we need to consider looking back, where we were; looking inward – where we are; and looking ahead – where we are going. Paul in Philippians 3 provides us with an example of evaluating one’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Brock avatar

    Lessons From The Past Series

    Contributed by Todd Brock on Nov 13, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,704 views

    Living a life of faith. What do I mean when I say living a life of faith? Living by faith is daily taking serious the reality that we are God’s children and He is in control.

    Introduction: Living a life of faith. What do I mean when I say living a life of faith? Living by faith is daily taking serious the reality that we are God’s children and He is in control. It is daily taking seriously the reality that without Jesus I would be hopelessly lost. It is daily ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tony McCreery avatar

    Learning From The Past Series

    Contributed by Tony Mccreery on Aug 22, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,571 views

    First in the series about seeking God’s glory. Complacency is the common cold of Christianity. It is vital that we learn from our past and move forward if we truly want to enter into the glory of God.

    Learning from the Past I Corinthians 10:1-13 Do you ever wonder how many times it takes for a child to learn what No means? Or, just what the rules are for the house? It seems like you tell them over and over, and they still do the same thing. Sometimes you just sit staring into space wondering ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Bockus avatar

    Overcoming Your Past

    Contributed by Kevin Bockus on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 18,994 views

    There are negative things from our past that hold us back, we can overcome the past and experience a great today and tomorrow.

    Text: Philippians 3:12-14, Luke 15 - Prodigal Title: Overcoming Your Past Subject: Overcoming sin and faults Proposition: You can overcome your past. Interrogative: How can I overcome my past? Transition: Scripture shares with us several truths to help us overcome our past. Objective: ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Getting Past The Pain Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,470 views

    2nd of 4 on Friendship with God. Forgiveness is a decision that God made to give you and that you can make to give others.

    Getting Past the Pain Reconciliation Dynamic If I have a brand new car with 20 miles on it and park it in the parking lot and you carelessly come driving in and smash into the side of it, doing $8000 damage, you and I are going to have a problem with our relationship! Let’s suppose that just ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Bradford avatar

    Pushing Past The Pain

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jan 14, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 27,230 views

    This sermon deals with pushing past the pain caused by tragic events, such as the death of a loved one.

    Opening story: A little boy was seen digging in his yard by a neighbor. The neighbor approached and inquired what the young man was doing. “I’m burying my goldfish and having a funeral for it”. ‘O, I’m sorry,’ said the neighbor who continued: “That’s an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn’t it?’ ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Forget About The Past

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 29, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,585 views

    Where you’re going is more important than where you’ve been.

    Forget About the Past Inspired by a sermon from Zachery Tims, Apopka, FL Aug. 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor I Introduction A Have you ever noticed how much bigger your windshield is compared to your rearview mirror? 1 Why? Where you’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Bowen avatar

    Past, Present And Future

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,877 views

    Reunions of the past and currently life and how will it be in the future.

    Past, Present and Future Jeremiah 29:4-7 A few weeks ago, Renee and I headed off for a trip down memory lane. Have any of you ever returned to your old elementary school or other place from your childhood to have a feeling that it was different than you remember? The halls seemed smaller or ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Darrin Fish avatar

    Pick-Pocketed By The Past

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,322 views

    Learning to let go of our past.

    Pick-Pocketed by the Past Psalms 51:1-51:14 I want to begin this morning with a story about a man named Dave. This is the story of a man who was a godly man. He was used by God in great ways. He was someone who helped people when they were down. He was someone who helped people against those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Tim White avatar

    Eschatology That Pasts The Test Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 12, 2014
     | 7,259 views

    Many falter when it comes to "end-time" teachings. There is a way you can be certain about how things will end.

    • End-times, the Rapture, The 1000 year reign of Christ, Heaven, Hell, Why are they important? • A fellow skeptic once asked the famous atheist Voltaire if he would speak some words of comfort to a friend who was dying. Voltaire responded, "I don’t think I can do that. The thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    "Voices From The Past"

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 30, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,079 views

    It is that time of the year when we take time to celebrate our nation's independence. For those who have ears to hear, there is a patriotic whisper in the air, speaking the heartbeat of our founding fathers, which reflect their revenant fear of the Lord.

    Title: "Voices From the Past" Theme: America's Foundational Truths Series: Patriotic Introduction: It is that time of the year when we take time to celebrate our nation's independence. For those who have ears to hear, there is a patriotic whisper in the air, speaking the heartbeat of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Pollock avatar

    Honor Past Generations Series

    Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,100 views

    Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

    The future occupies much of our consideration, as well it should. Where we are headed is very important. As Bible-believing people, however, we certainly owe a look to the past. We have an obligation to those who have gone before us. We must always remember that no matter how hard we work and no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Russ Adams avatar

    The Ghost Of Christmas Past Series

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Dec 25, 2014
     | 8,704 views

    For many Christmas isn't easy. This message reminds us of three truths. First, life is hard. Second, sometimes we need others. Third, we always need God.

    December 14, 2014 Christmas According to Dickens The Ghost of Christmas Past Luke 1:26-43 Opening words: It was Christmas Eve 1969. I was twelve years old and I can remember returning home from the midnight candlelight service at my home church. The family car was filled with my loved ones. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist