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  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Living Stones Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,558 views

    If we want to influence our friends and family members to follow Jesus, then we must KNOW who we are and BE who we are in Christ. We are God's holy temple and God's special people, designed to be living displays of His greatness, so let's live that way.

    Howard Hendricks, one of my professors at Dallas Theological Seminary, sometimes talked about his days when he was a student at the same seminary. In one of those stories, he tells about the time he was invited to preach in west Texas. “You’ve all heard of Nowhere? Well,” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Peace With Each Other, Because Everyone Is Invited Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016
     | 8,955 views

    Beginning of Christmas series, from Ephesians 2:13-21. Descriptions of how Jesus brought peace.

    Isaiah 9:6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Luke 2:13-14 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Receiving The Lord’s Chastening

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 8, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,436 views

    God chastens us for our own good. However, usually, when we are going through His chastening we resist the Lord with all of our might. But this passage shows how it would be beneficial to receive the Lord’s chastening.

    I have entitled our message this evening, “Receiving the Lord’s Chastening,” and I wish to begin by sharing an illustration entitled, “God’s Loving Kick”: A Norfolk-Southern train was rolling down the rails of Indiana at 24 miles per hour. Suddenly the conductor, Robert Mohr, spotted an object ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Affirmation Factor Pt 2 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 19, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,203 views

    10th message in a series exploring the wonder of God as our loving Father. This message continues the discussion of how God is and affirming, encouraging and acknowledging Father.

    “Affirmation, Encouragement, Acknowledgment” (The Fatherhood of God Pt 10) Review I. The Likeness Factor – Dad’s impeccable genes II. The Unconditional love & acceptance factor–Dad’s incomprehensible love III. The Protection and security Factor – Dad’s impervious protection IV. The Presence ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Winsome Walk Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018
     | 2,689 views

    Message 28 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This message continues Paul's admonition to live pleasing to God.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “A Winsome Walk” Introduction When you truly care about someone, you want to find out what pleases them and what makes them sad. Paul prayed that the believers at Colossae be filled with the knowledge of what God really wants. Paul instructed the Ephesian ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Chris Anderson avatar

    The High Priestly Prayer Of Jesus (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 11, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,332 views

    Part 1 of a 2-part sermon that examines the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus as he prayed for God’s glory to be displayed in his life, and as he prayed for victory for the disciples who will carry the work forward on his behalf.

    By show of hands this morning, let’s see how many of you remember these catch phrases from your childhood (my guess is that you responded to these, like I did, with an exaggerated eye roll but now you say some of them yourself): • Money doesn’t grow on trees. • Were you born in a barn? • They sure ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    There Is One Body Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 22, 2024
     | 2,959 views

    The first of the seven ones that equal unity is the fact that there is one body of Christ. This one body is the spiritual one body of Christ composed of all genuine believers in every time and place since the day of Pentecost.

    A. How many of you have seen the movie “That Thing You Do”? 1. It’s one of the movies that our family enjoyed over the years. 2. It’s a movie about a fictional band that ended up being a “one hit wonder” band. 3. The band decided to name themselves the “wonders” but wanted to be unique and so ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hold You Peace

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Aug 8, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,803 views

    A message on Jesus gift of peace.

    Title: Hold your Peace Text: John 14. (Romans 8:6) Big idea: The mind controlled by the Spirit is life and peace. (Rom 8:6) Subject: Where do we find genuine peace? Complement: In relationship with Jesus and his people. Introduction: The elusive(!) pursuit of peace is described in modern day ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Only Christ Matters Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016
     | 7,693 views

    I honor Jesus as holy when I fear the displeasure of God more than I fear the disdain of man

    ENGAGE/TENSION Last week someone submitted an anonymous question/comment on the sermon that read: I’ve become a very angry believer, I look all around and see only Satan taking over this world. Just once do I want to see God do a mighty thing. It’s like he isn’t here ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love--And The Angry Outsider Series

    Contributed by James Hickman on Apr 9, 2016
     | 5,825 views

    Showing love to those outside the Christian community enhances our witness.

    Love and the Angry Outsider Romans 12:9-21 Lately Pat and I have been talking about taking a trip to Europe. It would be our first trip there. Anyone going to Europe faces a problem. You see, Europe isn’t like Texas; Europe is big. So, unless you plan a really long visit you have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    21st Sunday After Pentecost. November 2nd, 2025. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 23, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,050 views

    Year C, Proper 26.

    Habakkuk 1:1-4, Habakkuk 2:1-4, Psalm 119:137-144, Isaiah 1:10-18, Psalm 32:1-7, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12, Luke 19:1-10 A). WATCHING IN PRAYER. Habakkuk 1:1-4, Habakkuk 2:1-4. This is the oracle or “burden” which Habakkuk the prophet did “see” (Habakkuk 1:1). So, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Parable Of The Growing Seed: The Growth Of God's Kingdom Vs. The Kingdom Of Babylon Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 26, 2022
     | 1,619 views

    The parable describes the kingdom of God, and in particular, how the growth of the kingdom of God works.

    “Lloyd was proud of his architectural marvel. He called it Taliesin in honor of a Welsh bard and his romantic poems. The Chicago architect planned to enjoy plenty of romance in his Wisconsin getaway. And that’s exactly why the locals were scandalized. Whenever they spoke about Lloyd’s house, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Importance Of Fruitfulness Series

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jan 10, 2003
    based on 208 ratings
     | 31,468 views

    God desire for man was that we would be fruitful. This sermon outlines the basic concept of fruit bearing.

    THE IMPORTANCE OF A FRUITFUL LIFE The Leader needs to be an example in everything they say and do. We all reproduce after our own kind; we must desire to reproduce healthy solid Christians. This lesson is about the fruitful life. Galatians 5:22-23 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Characteristics Of Real Fishers Of Men - Luke 5:1-12

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 20, 2001
    based on 136 ratings
     | 21,782 views

    Characteristics of real fishers of men - Luke 5:1-12

    Characteristics of real fishers of men - Luke 5:1-12 Illustration:The Times-Reporter of New Philadelphia, Ohio, reported in September, 1985 a celebration of a New Orleans municipal pool. The party around the pool was held to celebrate the first summer in memory without a drowning at the New ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Perfect Work Series

    Contributed by John Edmerson on Sep 13, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 8,992 views

    This sermon explains God’s perfecting process for all Christians.

    God’s Perfect Work James 1:1-4 John T. Edmerson, Minister Church of Christ Kennedy Heights I. Introduction A. “Work” has different meanings to different people. To some “work” is seen as a highly esteemed virtue or an admirable trait. To others “work” represents something foreign an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ