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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Our Mission In The Community

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 14, 2004
    based on 73 ratings
     | 8,973 views

    The Mission of the Church is to love people to Jesus, to love God and all people, and to be part of the enfolding of humanity into the love of God in Christ.

    Our Mission in the Community This week it was discovered that there are at least 10,000 more galaxies than we thought there were before. That’s like 10,000 worlds. That’s a lot of matter out there in space. I don’t know about you but I find it completely impossible to relate to that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Pray For A Significant Life

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Nov 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,344 views

    We can have a siginificant life by praying always, relying on the Spirit, appealing for others and yearning for God’s glory.

    This morning, I believe millions of people, not only Filipinos and Mexicans but boxing fans all over the world, will be closely watching the final bout between Erik “El Terible” Morales and our very own Manny “PacMan” Pacquiao in the Thomas and Mack Arena, which is said to be the biggest show ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going Deep And Getting Close Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,847 views

    4th of 4 on Friendship with God. How to get deep and close to God. The secret is not as hard as you may think.

    Going Deep and Getting Close 1 Thess 5:16-18 16 Always be joyful. 17 Pray continually, 18 and give thanks whatever happens. That is what God wants for you in Christ Jesus. Paul writes to Christians in Thessalonica and encourages them to "pray without ceasing". This kind of prayer is less about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Monte Brown avatar

    Steps To Peace With God Or How To Lead Someone To God

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jul 20, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,486 views

    As a Christian it is our duty to share the good news of Jesus Christ, in hopes of leading them to the Lord.

    God’s Purpose: Peace and Life God loves you and wants you to experience peace and life -- abundant and eternal. The Bible Says… “…we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 5:1 Of all the things the world needs today, it is peace. We seek ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    How God’s Working Enables Good Works Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 25, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,454 views

    God graciously works obedience into the lives of his people.

    Scripture Introduction Christians have disagreed and debated, since the earliest days of the church, God’s role versus the believer’s role in growth in godliness. Some Bible verses, considered by themselves, seem to support popular phrases like, “Let go and let God,” or “I can’t; God can.” Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How Can I Know God’s Will? Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021
     | 3,230 views

    Learning to know God's will. What is its nature, how can I discern it?

    Question to be asked: I hear a lot of people say that God told them to do something. I also have a friend who says that she and God have an understanding when it comes to some of her choices. I’m wondering – how can I tell when God is directing me to do something? Intro: “How can I know God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Is God’s Word Like Rain And Snow?

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jul 1, 2022
     | 5,166 views

    “A lamp.” “A fire.” “A hammer.” “A sword.” “Spirit.” “Life.” “Truth.” “Seed.” “Milk.” “Solid food.” These are all descriptions of God's Word. Isaiah adds two more images to the list. Rain and snow.

    “A lamp.” “A fire.” “A hammer.” “A sword.” “Spirit.” “Life.” “Truth.” “Seed.” “Milk.” “Solid food.” What am I talking about? Throughout the Scriptures the Word of God is compared to different things. Each of those comparisons helps us better understand the power and purpose behind what ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Prayer-Care-Share: Your Circle Of Influence Series

    Contributed by Marty Boller on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,173 views

    #2 in a series. God is pouring out a whole new level of city-wide cooperation amongst churches and church leaders. Prayer-Care-Share is a concentrated effort focusing on "Building Bridges to our Community"...loving our communities to Christ.

    Pastor Sandy Boller... Prayer. Care. Share. Building Bridges in Linn County. Loving our Community to Christ! Last week, Marty introduced the Prayer.Care.Share initiative that some 30 churches in Cedar Rapids are participating in. These churches are choosing to pull our ministries together for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "How To Stop Your Losing Streak?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Feb 1, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,585 views

    Hanah had problem: She needed a Son. God had a problem: He needed a Priest. When we pray, we need to make the solution to our problem, God’s solution to his problem...

    Title: “How to Stop your Losing Streak?” Text: Please read 1 Samuel Chapter One. 1 Samuel 1:2 “…but Hannah had no children.” This is the story of a praying mother. Prayer changes things. At the beginning of this chapter, Hannah considers herself a loser. Before the chapter is over, she is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bill Lobbs avatar

    Message Of The Cross

    Contributed by Bill Lobbs on Nov 4, 2000
    based on 166 ratings
     | 19,042 views

    The cross,God's solution to man's problems.

    Pastor Billy G. Lobbs Theme: The cross-God's solutions for man's problem. Introductory Remarks: "Years I spent in vanity and pride Caring not my Lord was crucified Knowing not it was for me He died On Calvary. Mercy there was great and grace was free Pardon there was multiplied to me There my ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Lord's Prayer – Part One

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,430 views

    Prayer Is Where It Is At For The Real Child Of God

    The Lord’s Prayer – Part One Sunday June 18, 2006 Matthew 6:5-13 5 “And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by men. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. 6 “But ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Patrick O'Loughlin avatar

    Have You Anything To Declare?

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,929 views

    A call to declare the praises of God to the world.

    Text: 1 Peter 2:9-12 Title: Have you anything to declare! Introduction If you fly oversees you are required after you land to go through customs with your belongings. Everyone going through customs has to make one of two choices. Either you have something to declare or you have nothing to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Decker avatar

    Bored With Prayer Meeting Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 21, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 30,007 views

    God calls us to pray together.

    BORED WITH PRAYER MEETING Matthew 18:18-20 S: Corporate Prayer Th: Prayer: A Passion for His Presence Pr: GOD CALLS US TO PRAY TOGETHER. ?: Why? KW: Reasons TS: We will find in our study of Scripture, three reasons that demonstrate why we should pray together. The _____ reason why we should pray ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lionel Gruver avatar

    Are You Lively

    Contributed by Lionel Gruver on Feb 13, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,678 views

    Having the ’Zeal’ for God will produce victories!

    Are You Lively? January 18, 1998 p.m. THEME: 1 Peter 2:5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ. TEXT: Exodus 1:8-21 **19 I. INTRODUCTION A. Definition of Lively 1. Webster’s says: “an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Dusty Piano

    Contributed by Paul Shafit on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,116 views

    God calls ordinary people to graetness.

    Do you have a job? Is there some chore you’re expected to do regularly? What would happen if you didn’t do it or didn’t show up for work for a week or two? Do you think your boss would be happy? Do you think the person standing in for you would be happy doing your work as well as his or her own, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational