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  • Tiger Gullett avatar

    Learning From The Wise

    Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 15, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,841 views

    A Christmas message about the Magi from the east.

    Introduction: We will all have to admit that we don’t know everything about everything. If we did, there would be no need for schools or teachers. We all have to glean wisdom from those who know more about a particular topic than we do. At the peak of this Christmas season let’s take a look at some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From The River To The Wilderness

    Contributed by Paul George on Dec 30, 2003
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,107 views

    Satan’s intention in the temptation was to make Jesus sin and frustrate God’s plan for the redemption of mankind.

    From the River to the Wilderness Matthew 4:1-2 Satan’s intention in the temptation was to make Jesus sin and frustrate God’s plan for the redemption of mankind. God’s purpose in the temptation was to prove Jesus is His Son, sinless and a worthy Savior. Immediately after the heavens were open Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    From The Wilderness To The Temple

    Contributed by Paul George on Dec 30, 2003
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,560 views

    In the testing of Jesus the devil’s goal was to get Jesus to question His son ship and distrust His Father’s love.

    From the Wilderness to the Temple Matthew 4:3-7 In the testing of Jesus the devil’s goal was to get Jesus to question His son ship and distrust His Father’s love. He wanted Jesus to follow the course Israel had taken throughout their history. Satan wanted Jesus to immediately satisfy His hunger. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    From The Temple To The Mountain

    Contributed by Paul George on Dec 30, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,443 views

    The worst temptation was reserved for the last.

    From the Temple to the Mountain Matthew 4: 8-11 The worst temptation was reserved for the last. Sometimes the saint’s last temptation is the hardest to overcome. Although we have been and are attacked by the tempter we must prepare for worse. We must be armed for all attacks, with the armor of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Freedom From Fear Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 3, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 11,675 views

    In Christ, we can have no fear!

    INTRODUCTION • One summer night during a severe thunderstorm a mother was tucking her small son into bed. She was about to turn the light off when he asked in a trembling voice, "Mommy, will you stay with me all night?" Smiling, the mother gave him a warm, reassuring hug and said tenderly, "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    From The Manger To The Cross

    Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 5, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,863 views

    FROM THE MANGER TO THE CROSS

    "FROM THE MANGER TO THE CROSS" LUKE 2:7 INTRODUCTION: WHILE IT IS NOT ALWAYS TURE, THERE ARE INSTANCES WHERE THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF YOUR CHILDHOOD SHAPES YOUR DIRECTION. AND THERE ARE INSTANCES WHEN THE CIRCUMSTANCES TO OTHERS SEEEM TO DICTATE FAILURE OR SUCCESS. WE HAVE HEARD SO MANY TIMES ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Genesis To Understanding

    Contributed by Robert Diffin on Jan 13, 2004
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,173 views

    This sermon is a collection of sentiments from different sources as well as my own concerning the reality of Genesis.

    From Genesis to Understanding Robert Diffin Source: From the book of Genesis, the book of Matthew, Matthew Henry’s Commentary on Genesis 1:1 and a sermon by Ray C. Stedman. Noted Physicist: Stephen Hawking maintains that the universe began in a single, immeasureable location in space. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Christopher Hill avatar

    Growth From Within Series

    Contributed by Christopher Hill on Jan 15, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,829 views

    Church growth starts with a healthy congregation devoted to God and the church. Regardless of plans or programs the church will grow with God’s Holy Spirit.

    I. The church consists of baptized believers A. They accepted the message Peter preached 1. Old Testament Prophecy 2. Contemporary application 3. Jesus is Lord and Christ B. They were baptized C. Incredible growth II. The people were devoted A. If we are out of our minds it is for Christ’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mike Turner avatar

    From The Palace To The Pasture

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Feb 5, 2004
    based on 78 ratings
     | 8,795 views

    Sermon on Nebuchadnezzar. Pride carried him from the palace to the pasture ! Beware of pride !

    From The Palace To The Pasture Daniel 4:1-37 I. See The King Flourishing In His Palace. V.4 a. He was secure. Nebuchadnezzar was the King of Babylon. He is best known as the King who conquered Judah, destroyed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    From Empty To Eagle

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 11, 2004
    based on 80 ratings
     | 5,843 views

    Funeral sermon for Henry L. Stewart, local resident, known as an amateur artist. The images of the four living creatures in Revelation become metaphors for the stages of life.

    Some look at the earth, but never see the sky. Some see the sky, but never fly. But to some it is given to see and to fly. To some it is given to be an eagle, soaring with strength and power. But I must ask – do you know how empty the eagle is before he flies? From empty to eagle; do you know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Julian avatar

    Lessons From The Jordan

    Contributed by James Julian on Jun 2, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,722 views

    The Israelites learned a valuable lesson on the banks of the Jordan River.... we can too.

    Lessons From The Jordan Joshua 4 Always take something from your Jordan (v.1-5) -Remember how God has brought you through -Respond to God -Reach others for God Always teach someone about your Jordan (6-8, 21-23) -be obedient to God -fulfill your calling Thank someone for helping ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Julian avatar

    From Religion To Relationship Series

    Contributed by James Julian on Jun 8, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,634 views

    Paul instructs the Christian on how to make one’s faith real throughout the book of Colissians. In chapter 2 he tells the reader important information on living out one’s faith.

    From Religion to Relationship Colossians 2:1-10 REASONS to live out your faith (v.1-3) -to BUILD UP one another -to BE CLOSER to one another (v.2) -to BE COMPLETE for one another (v.2,3) WAYS to live out your faith (v.4-7) -live out what you have PORTRAYED (v.5) -live out what you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Serving From Here To There

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 7, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,777 views

    This passage provides for us a remarkable description of the ministry involved in being a messenger of God. What is at issue is not what kind of messenger of God you are – teacher, preacher, or a witnessing believer, but the principles that are applicabl

    SERVING FROM HERE TO THERE Romans 15:23-33 INTRODUCTION: This passage provides for us a remarkable description of the ministry involved in being a messenger of God. What is at issue is not what kind of messenger of God you are – teacher, preacher, or a witnessing believer, but the principles that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Raymond Perkins avatar

    From Ichabod To Ebenezer Series

    Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 24, 2003
    based on 160 ratings
     | 21,479 views

    Seventh in a series on Revivl influenced by Rick Atchley. This lesson covers the move one can make to rejoin fellowship with God.

    FROM ICHABOD TO EBENEZER I Samuel 4:1-11,14; 7:1-13 INTRODUCTION: Paul Harvey tells a story about an attractive airline stewardess who was being hounded by two flirts – one at the front of the plane, the other at the back. She was obviously very put-off by the very forward advances being made by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Delivered From Darkness Series

    Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,950 views

    Third message in a series of nine messages from Colossians. Deals with overcoming sin.

    Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Colossians 1:13-17 Title: Delivered from Darkness Date: July 21, 2002 Introduction: This morning we looked at the fact that we are heirs of the King through our faith. We saw that faith is the key to every promise of God. This evening I want us to key on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist