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  • Ed Taylor avatar

    Living Passionately In His Grace!” Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Apr 30, 2008
     | 3,253 views

    God is patiently holding back judgment.

    1. PASSION… Webster’s defines it as: • “INTENSITY… OVERMASTERING FEELINGS… CONVICTION.” • Other words include ZEAL, ENTHUSIASM, & FERVENCY. Guys, that’s the kind of relationship with Jesus I want. • Jesus changed my life… and he changed yours. • He delivered us from the power of darkness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Ananias & Sapphira Syndrome

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 16,520 views

    Don’t hold back from God

    Acts 5:1-16 The Ananias & Sapphira Syndrome - Howard Hughes having everything & having nothing - Believers can fall into the same trap - v. 1 Ananias means - “Jehovah has been gracious” Sapphira means “Beautiful” - Looks Good - Acts Good - v. 1 Acts 5:1 (KJV) But a certain man named ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Responsibility And Authority

    Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,599 views

    An examination of the words of Jesus and Peter as set forth in the Gospel. A brief explanation of the Office of the Keys and Confession.

    August 25, 2002 – Matthew 16:13-20 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Confirmation is going to be starting in just about a week. We’re going to have at least four of our young people in the class, three starting their first year and one ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Fly Below The Radar Screen

    Contributed by Charles Clary on Jun 6, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 7,928 views

    This sermon sets forth a call to humility using a simple statement made by John the Baptist.

    Text: "He must increase, but I must decrease -- He must grow more prominent, I must grow less so." John 3:30 (The Amplified Bible) All of us by now have heard the remarkable story of Todd Beamer. He was the man who led the attack on the terrorists, who had hijacked United’s Flight 93. He is now ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Marvel Of Springtime

    Contributed by Charles Clary on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 77 ratings
     | 8,956 views

    The onset of Spring is set forth as a glorious picture of Christ’s renewal of His church.

    On March 20th you and I will enjoy another vernal equinox or the coming of Spring to the Northern Hemisphere. What a glorious time of the year! One of the great poets said, "The trumpet of prophecy, O Wind. If Winter come, can Spring be far behind?" Spring casts its magical spell over young ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    A Fresh Start To The Unfinished Walls Of Our Lives And Ministry

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,919 views

    HOW AM I DOING IN FINISHING WHAT GOD SET FORTH IN MY LIFE?

    New Years Resolutions… most common of which usually relate to health, eating and exercise… #1 is dieting. - Average American gains 5-7 pounds between Thanksgiving and Christmas o I’ve done my share… in fact, maybe even a little extra so one of you may get a break - We can all appreciate fresh ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Awakening To Ministry Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 23, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,911 views

    As Jesus stood in their midst and proclaimed peace, Jesus was also about to send them forth.

    Intro When Jesus appeared to His disciples after His resurrection did He really establish confession to a priest? Goal Let’s understand what Jesus said and how it was understood in early church history. Plan Let’s look at John 20:19-31 and Jesus’ appearance to the disciples. John 20:19 Peace ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mountain Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 26, 2016
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     | 17,948 views

    The concept of hope as set forth in Isaiah 2:1-5 shows us a glorious future.

    Scripture Today is the First Sunday of Advent. This year’s Old Testament Scripture Readings for the Season of Advent are taken from Isaiah. So, I have decided to preach from these Scripture Readings. I am calling this series of messages, “Advent in Isaiah.” God called Abram out ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Who Am I Becoming? The Issue Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 14, 2016
     | 6,569 views

    When you grow in your faith, hope will spring forth giving a new way to look at life!

    INTRODUCTION • VIDEO- Apollo 13 • SLIDE #1 • Life can throw some difficult situations at us can’t it? • Life is not always easy and for many it is never easy. • That reality leads us to a key question this this morning. How do I deal with the hardships and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Breaking The Box

    Contributed by David Dailey on Feb 2, 2001
    based on 396 ratings
     | 18,041 views

    Not holding back in prayer or worship

    BREAK THE BOX Many times in the Bible when a certain woman is talked about, she is often a type and a shadow of the church. In Luke chapter 15 we find the woman who had ten coins. We find in her a picture of the church. She began lighting the light, cleaning the house, and searching diligently ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lesson 3: The Church Is Jesus

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2009
     | 745 views

    The Church is a body that holds Christ.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. The emergent church says, “They like Jesus but not the church.” 2. What goes together? The Lone Ranger and Tonto, Laurel and Hardy, Laverne and Shirley, Dagwood and Blondie, Simon and Garfunkel. So, the church and Jesus go together. 3. A vast majority have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Let Go

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 19, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 23,378 views

    Message on "Holding On" to the Lord.

    Disclaimer: I can’t take credit for the whole outline. I picked this up from some where but don’t know where (not on Sermon Central). I just added many of the notes. Don’t Let Go This is the account of Jacob wrestling with the Lord How many Knows you can wrestle with the God How many have ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Return To Christ

    Contributed by Tom Tarpley on May 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,081 views

    Christ holds it all together.

    Return to Christ Colossians 1:15-23 My job is not an easy one. As the spiritual leader of this congregation, my job is to Preach, teach and equip you for the work of the Lord. My job is to encourage, to motivate, to inspire and help you grow in your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. There ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Deadly Hand

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 6, 2019
     | 1,410 views

    ARE YOU HOLDING ACES and EIGHTS

    The Great Rebellion (Jonah 1:3) Intro: Long, long ago in a world far, far away from here there was a great kingdom. It was a kingdom fill with the wonders of all the ages. Everywhere that the eye looked the mind became overwhelmed with all the beauty. This world was filled with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Grab On, Don't Let Go

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 18, 2019
     | 5,031 views

    SOMETIMES YOU GOTTA HOLD ON

    Grab on Don’t let go you will win Hebrews 10: 35-36 Illus: Bulldog and two Dobermans There was a Bulldog pup that lived in a fenced in yard. The little Bulldog was a peaceful little dog that loved to play in the yard. About three doors down lived two Dobermans, they were quite aggressive. Every ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal