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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Just Deserts Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 8, 2012
     | 7,209 views

    Jewish people refer to themselves as "desert people" for their wanderings in the wilderness and their instruction there by the hand of God. We all have desert experiences which teach us the sweetness of God in trying times.

    1. Story of the water pump in the desert There’s a legend about a man who was lost in the desert, dying of thirst. As he wandered in that terribly hot desert, he stumbled upon a dilapidated shack. There wasn’t much to it, but, at least, it would provide a little bit of shade and respite ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Collision Course

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 13, 2012
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     | 7,984 views

    God will forgive your sins, but the scars will always be there. Sin is horrible, it destroys everything and everyone it touches; but sin can be forgiven. Thank God! What we need to know is that when we commit sin, we are starting a process that may contin

    Opening illustration: Couple of years ago while Dennis and his wife were driving on an expressway heading to New York city, we saw a driver turn left into a median turnaround that was intended for emergency vehicles only. He was planning to make a U-turn and head back the other way. Looking to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lord's Supper

    Contributed by John E Miller on Mar 14, 2012
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     | 16,491 views

    Teaching on the meaning of the Lord's Supper, its meaning, purpose and implication

    The Lord’s Supper, Its Meaning And Importance. 1.Cor. ch.11 vs.26-34 There are only two ordinances or sacraments, outward observances of scriptural truths that are commended to Christian believers and in which they are asked to participate. For example we are not asked to observe Lent, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Make The Right Call Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 19, 2012
     | 9,326 views

    We all make judgment calls in life. But there is one that is far more important than all the rest.

    “The Road to a Better Life: Make the Right Call!” Hebrews 9:11-28 There was once a program on TV in which the main character always received a newspaper one day in advance. That meant that what he read had actually not yet happened - he was reading the future. This put tremendous ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Tongue Tamers

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 20, 2012
     | 7,850 views

    The tongue is a powerful tool. However, as someone once said, "When it is good there is nothing better but when it is bad there is nothing worse." It's that last part that moves us to understand the importance of taming the tongue.

    TONGUE TAMERS James 3:1-12 INTRODUCTION: In northern New Mexico, at around 5 AM on July 16, 1945, the still dark early morning sky became as bright as the noonday sun. In that one blinding flash, the Atomic Age had begun. The atomic fireball shot upwards at 360 feet per second. The characteristic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Day The Cheering Stopped Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Mar 31, 2012
     | 10,937 views

    A palm Sunday sermon remonding us the necessity of approaching God on His terms, in His way and on His time.

    THE DAY THE CHEERING STOPPED Mark 11:1-11 Palm Sunday Introduction: How many of you have been "April Fooled" already today? There have been some memorable April Fools pranks pulled over the years. Here are a few of the all time favorites. In 2005, the media reported that NASA had discovered water ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Reality Of The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 9, 2012
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,681 views

    Is the Resurrection believable and what does it matter?

    The Reality of the Resurrection The Resurrection is Evidenced by Facts The Empty Tomb The Tomb was Secured The Disciples were Scared The Effects on the Lives of the Disciples The Resurrection is Essential to Living Life Eternal The Resurrection is Essential to Living Life Now Slide Video – ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    My Father's House

    Contributed by Jerry A. Burns on Jul 5, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,869 views

    A message about the wonders of heaven

    14 1 Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Enemy Fights Back: Using The Bible Defensively Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 6, 2013
     | 6,133 views

    A look at how to use the Bible to defend ourselves against spiritual attacks. I include 8 specific examples of how this can happen in our lives.

    HOW CAN THE BIBLE BE USED DEFENSIVELY? Untruths threaten to push us down the wrong path. - Matthew 4:1-11; Ephesians 6:11; 1 Peter 5:8. - We talked last week about using the Bible offensively – using it to win spiritual victories. - This week we’re going to talk about using the Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Follow Me"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 14, 2013
     | 8,266 views

    Three things needed to follow Jesus

    “Follow Me!” August 18, 2013 Mark 1:16-18 “As Jesus walked beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” At ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Faith In The Face Of A Giant

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 19, 2013
     | 9,776 views

    David said, “The Lord, who delivered me from the paw of the lion and from the paw of the bear, He will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.” And then Saul said to David, “Go, and the Lord be with you!”

    Sunday, October 21, 2012 Title: FAITH IN THE FACE OF A GIANT Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-54 Key Verse: 1 Samuel 17:45: “Then David said to the Philistine, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Blessed Dead Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 29, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,164 views

    Our living has something to say about our dying; life has a direct relationship to death.

    “The Great Unveiling: The Blessed Dead” Revelation 14:1-20 If Revelation makes one thing clear it’s that we are constantly making a choice between life and death. The message of this great book is often a re-echoing of the messages given to Israel long ago: God has placed ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Preparing For The End

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 30, 2013
     | 6,924 views

    If you believe the end is near, then what are you doing about it?

    September 1, 2013 Morning Worship Text: Isaiah 44:1-8 Subject: Revival Title: Preparing for the End You can’t go anywhere today where Christians are gathered without hearing someone talk about the imminent return of Christ. I can say without any doubt that the majority of us here today ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Rope To Thread Series

    Contributed by Joe Tilton on Sep 2, 2013
     | 3,124 views

    Is it okay to be rich? Should we "hate" our family to follow Christ? These questions are answered through understanding original intent.

    September 8, 2013 Rope to Thread Definitions! What do we really understand from the words that we use? Recently, a “Mother’s Dictionary” was written that includes some ways mom understands certain words, including; Bottle feeding: an opportunity for daddy to get up at 2-am ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Who We Are In Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 19, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,728 views

    1. We are selected people (vs. 2a) 2. We are sanctified people (vs. 2b) 3. We are sprinkled people (vs. 2c) 4. Sometimes we are suffering people (vs. 6-7) 5. We are saved people (vs. 3-5 & 8-9)

    Who We Are in Jesus Christ 1 Peter 1:1-9 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - October 21, 2012 *Most of us are old enough to remember famous actor, Kirk Douglas. He is Michael Douglas’ father. And in his day, Kirk was perhaps more famous than Michael. Kirk Douglas starred in many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist