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  • Brian Bill avatar

    Christmas Through The Eyes Of A Woman Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 5, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,237 views

    I can't always control my reaction but my response is my responsibility. For nothing is impossible with God.

    Christmas Through the Eyes of a Woman Luke 1:26-56; 2:19, 33-35 Rev. Brian Bill 12/5/10 All of our daughters were home last weekend and we had a blast buying a tree and putting up all the decorations. Unlike last year, our tree is still standing a week later and we’ve avoided any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Excuse Me – Can I Get Some Directions?”

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,674 views

    God provides everything we need to pass the stressful tests that come our way.

    "Excuse Me -- Can I Get Some Directions?" James 1:5-7 OPEN: Today we are continuing in our study in the book of James. Last we introduced the book and took a look at the topic just the first couple of verses. James started out by talking about getting a different perspective on our problems. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    So You’ve Got Plans? Series

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011
     | 4,783 views

    One of the defining characteristics of a believer is that we live to fulfill God’s will.

    OPEN: So today we are going to be moving forward in our study through the book of James. and we are going to be talking about God's plans and our plans and how they combine with one another. When you think about God's plans for your life what kind of emotion response does it create? Is it ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    It's Game Time--Time To Call An Audible

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 16, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,938 views

    This message deals with the need and willingness to make quick changes in our lives when the Spirit calls us to do so.

    It’s Game Time-Calling An Audible January 16, 2011 Genesis 32:1-8 Acts 16:6-15 How many of you have ever been in a situation in which you were going to do something with another person and at the last minute you realized what you had planned was not going to work, so you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    When Can I Have God's Power? Series

    Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,718 views

    Receiving God’s Power at Christmas

    Sermon Series: Christmas Promises for YOU Today’s Message: When Can I Have God’s Power? Text: Isaiah 9:6; Luke 24:49; Psalm 6:34-35; Jeremiah 32:17, 27; Luke 18:27; Isaiah 40:30-31; 2 Corinthians 12:8-9 NIV Dr. Ken Squires, Jr. (Squireskd@integrity.com) December 17, 2006 Edited by Dale ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Replace A Complaing Attitude Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,508 views

    This is from a series on attitudes. I got a lot of ideas from a book by James MacDonald called Lord Change My Attitude.

    LIFE IS AN ATTITUDE – PICK A GOOD ONE Replace A Complaining Attitude Sunday January 21, 2007 Scripture Text: Romans 12:1-2 Numbers 11:1-3 Intro. A. We are launching today into a brand new sermon series that will take us all the way to Easter Sunday. As you can see ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Things R Us Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,655 views

    This is from a series I did on attitudes. I got a lot of ideas from a book called Lord Change My Attitude by James MacDonald.

    LIFE IS AN ATTITUDE – PICK A GOOD ONE Things R Us Sunday February 4, 2007 Scripture Reference: Romans 12:2, Numbers 11:4-15, 18-20, 31-35 Intro. A. What do you wish for? I have been trying to be a little more interactive in my sermons lately so that we can begin to see the impact changing ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Sheldon Boyd avatar

    The Not So Silent Killer Series

    Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,765 views

    This is from series I did on Attitudes. I got a lot of ideas form a book by James MacDonald entitled Lord Change My Attitude.

    LIFE IS AN ATTITUDE – PICK A GOOD ONE The Not So Silent Killer Sunday February 18, 2007 Scripture Reference: Romans 12:2, Numbers 12:1-12 Intro. A. According to recent estimates, nearly one in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure, but because there are no symptoms, nearly one third of ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Don't Throw In The Towel

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 12, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,784 views

    This is a Memorial Day weekend message about running a ’good race’ and not quitting.

    Introduction: This Weekend is Memorial Day weekend, the official start of the Summer Vacation season, and from the looks of our attendance I’d say we have a few people doing just that this weekend. Memorial Day is the day we as a nation set aside to remember those who have died, especially those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Someone You Love Is Unlovable Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 13, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,694 views

    The actions we must take to change our attitude and perhaps change the sandpaper people in our lives.

    WHEN SOMEONE YOU LOVE IS UNLOVABLE Part 1 of 6 in the Series, "When Relationships Disappoint You – How to Find God’s Peace in the Pain" We’re beginning a new series today that, just like all of our other series here at Pathway, is meant to be a resource for tapping into the valuable and practical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael R. Hodge avatar

    Rebuilding Faith - Believing God’s Faithfulness - #3 Series

    Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 5, 2012
     | 9,896 views

    The "Rebuilding Faith" series focuses on seven steps to experiencing a renewal of faith. Using the REBUILD acrostic, each steps prepares the audience for taking one more step in their journey of faith.

    Session Three: Believing God’s Faithfulness Scripture Focus: Nehemiah 4 A Word to Session Leaders This third session is all about the faithfulness of God. At the same time, I want to take an opportunity to speak from one teacher/pastor to another as I express my gratitude for your own ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael R. Hodge avatar

    Rebuilding Faith - Identifying With God's Word Series

    Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,563 views

    The Rebuilding Faith series focuses on seven steps to experiencing a renewal of faith. The series is 7 sessions and the series diagram can be downloaded at www.michaelrhodge.com.

    Session Focus: Identifying with God’s Word Scripture Focus: Nehemiah 8 Session Introduction Consider starting this session with an interactive dialogue. Invite your group members to share about someone they dreamed of being when they were growing up OR someone their kids/grandkids ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Diack avatar

    Will It Be Enough? Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Apr 9, 2012
     | 7,737 views

    A look at what the resurrection means in the life of the disciple Peter who is asking the question each of wonders at one time or another: Will it be enough to transform my life? Can there be forgiveness for one such as me?

    Will It Be Enough? - John 21:15-19 - April 8, 2012 Series: Resurrection Sunday (Easter 2012) For Martin and Gracia Burnham, missionaries in the Philippines, it should have been one of the most wonderful moments of their lives. It was, in fact, their 18th wedding anniversary and they were ...read more

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  • Bill Sullivan avatar

    Help Wanted Prayer Challenge - Reloaded

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 9, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,557 views

    When Jesus talked about a "church growth" plan, He told the disciples, first and foremost, to pray to the Lord of the harvest.

    Help Wanted Prayer Challenge Reloaded TCF Sermon January 8, 2012 The unemployment rate has been in the news a lot. As our nation’s, and indeed the world’s economy struggles, businesses are challenged to make enough to pay the workers they need to do the job. So some businesses make do with less ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rebuilding Faith - Leading Through Commitment Series

    Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 10, 2012
     | 10,573 views

    This series focuses on seven steps to experiencing a renewal of faith based upon the life and ministry of Nehemiah. The series uses the acrostic R.E.B.U.I.L.D. to build each week towards the final session.

    Session Six: “Leading through Commitment” Scripture Focus: Nehemiah 10 Opening Dialogue As you begin this session with your group, consider opening this session with a discussion of things that people in your group have signed up for…and soon wanted out of! The idea here is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist