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  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The Neglect Of An Awakening - #3 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 5, 2013
     | 5,878 views

    This series of messages was part of the preparation for our SAW (Spiritual Awakening Weekend). May it be used by others.

    The Neglect of An Awakening Aiming At an Awakening - #3 of 12 Jerry Watts Luke 13:5 * The message of Jesus to every lost person, saved person, and to the church is consistent. It is “REPENT.” When He began His teaching ministry, in Matthew 4, His message was clear, “Repent for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Transformation Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 7, 2013
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     | 8,005 views

    REAL transformation takes place when we focus on Jesus.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Our life in Christ should be a joy; it should be a life transforming experience. One of the exciting parts of belonging to Jesus is experiencing the transformation into the image of the one we love and serve! • Each day belonging to Jesus can be and is an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rumors Of Another World

    Contributed by Jarrod Jones on Jun 19, 2013
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    Our unquenchable desires for meaning and more declare that we are made for meaning and more, namely God, and therefore we will only find meaning and more (satisfaction) in Him alone.

    Introduction Blaise Pascal- 17th Century French/Christian Philosopher (Disinherited Prince Syndrome): Someone who had it all, then lost it all, then spends rest of life trying to recover what he knows down deep he once possessed (Meaning and More). “If I find in myself a desire which no ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Image And Firstborn

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2013
     | 3,879 views

    To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST is both GOD's Image and GOD's Firstborn and even more.

    I. EXORDIUM: Who is GOD's Image and GOD's Firstborn? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST is both GOD's Image and GOD's Firstborn and even more. IV. TEXT: Colossians 1:15 (Amplified Bible) [Now] He is the exact likeness of the unseen God [the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    The Ultimate Sacrifice

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 5, 2013
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     | 8,913 views

    The Ultimate Sacrifice for our sins was given by Christ Himself. God had to die for us to give us life eternal. When we are exhorted to respond to His Sacrifice for our redemption, what do we do? Do we really respond back with our very lives?

    The Ultimate Sacrifice [Hebrews 9:23-28] Opening illustration: There were 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence. Have you considered the price they paid for putting their name on what the British viewed as a treasonous document? These 56 men who signed the Declaration knew that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Silent Tongue Series

    Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Mar 17, 2013
     | 7,384 views

    This sermon encourages believers to open their mouths and share their faith.

    Series: Taming the Tongue---James 3 Introduction: Most of the messages we have looked at based on James 3 have focused on restraining an out of control tongue. We all envy the man or woman who knows exactly when to speak and when to be silent. Outspoken Christians and silent Christians.. Moments ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Faith Comes From Hearing The Word

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 31, 2013
     | 8,369 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to "hear" the Word frequently for our faith. IV. TEXT: Romans 10:17 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) So faith comes from

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to "hear" the Word frequently for our faith. IV. TEXT: Romans 10:17 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) So faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ. V. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Promises, Promises, Promises

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Apr 4, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 24,886 views

    In Hebrews 6: 16-20, the writer lays out certain promises that God gives us.

    Promises, Promises, Promises Hebrews 6: 16-20 Intro: William Penn, the founder of the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, was well liked by the Indians. Once they told him he could have as much of their land as he could encompass on foot in a single day. So, early the next morning he started out and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will You Build A House?

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Apr 27, 2013
     | 6,920 views

    Offer God nothing that does not cost you something!

    “WOULD YOU BUILD A HOUSE?” INTRODUCTION: I spent a few days in a hotel this past week. It had all the amenities needed for shelter. A bed, a bathroom with shower, towels, blankets, lights, mirrors, air conditioning, oh and REMOTE CONTROL TV WITH CABLE! It was comfortable and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    D:day Disaster Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 23, 2013
     | 5,234 views

    Those of us of a certain age remember when the threat of a nuclear bomb was an ever present, very real fear. Today, our fears of disasters come in all kinds of wrappers.

    D-Day Prepping Series - Disaster April 14, 2013 Dr. Mike Fogerson, Chester FBC Introduction: A Those of us of a certain age remember when the threat of a nuclear bomb was an ever present, very real fear. 1 Today, our fears of disasters come in all kinds of wrappers. a Natural, man-made ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Cameron Bottema avatar

    Service: 3 Reasons To Serve The Body Of Believers Series

    Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Jul 24, 2013
     | 8,309 views

    Serving the body of believers is a primary function and responsibility of every believer. Here at 3 reasons to serve.

    OIntroduction: For the past three weeks we have been learning about our core values: unity of faith, evangelism, discipleship, and finally today we confront our forth core value: service. I. Serving is Essential for the Function of the Church (1 Corinthians 12:7) “But the manifestation ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Christmas In July Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 29, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,332 views

    This is the first sermon in a series on the Gospel of John and covers John 1:1-19. This is Christmas according to St. John, The central point of the sermon is found in verse 13 which states the purpose of the Gospel.

    Christmas in July John 1:1-18 Rev. Mark A. Barber Several years ago during the Great Recession, several retailers in an attempt to increase slumping sales advertised a “Christmas in July” sale. They put out the Christmas decorations and even played “Christmas” songs in the stores to try to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Henderson avatar

    "Lord, Why Did They Have To Die?" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 30, 2013
     | 4,907 views

    Job was a very righteous man. In fact the Bible says that he was blameless and that he feared God and stayed away from evil. A messenger shows up and gives him all kinds of bad news. Your oxen are dead. So are your sheep. Now your servants are dead.

    “Lord why did THEY have to die?” Luke 7:11-16 The time of year was Christmas and my family and I were gathering together to celebrate. We were at my mother’s home in Arkansas. My sister came in; she had her son with her. He was about to turn one. I asked where her husband and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Parks avatar

    Modern Family God’s Way 3 – Real Men Of Faith Series

    Contributed by David Parks on Aug 6, 2013
     | 5,952 views

    No! The world does not need more, real men of genius. What the world needs now and has always needed is, Real Men of Faith.

    MODERN FAMILY GOD’S WAY 3 – REAL MEN OF FAITH Text: Luke 1:8-17 Introduction: 1. A major advertising company came up with a very successful humorous campaign dubbed, “Real Men of Genius.” 2. One example was the add dubbed “Mr. Buffet Inventor.” Real Men of Genius ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Phosphorus, The Christian Element Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 23, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,308 views

    Jesus is the Light of the world. But are we walking in that light

    Introduction This passage, like those of the last several weeks make reference to events which happened at the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles. In this feast, the people made temporary shelters to live in for a week called booths. The feast lasted a total of eight days. In it was remembered the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible