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  • M. Randolph Thompson avatar

    Getting Rid Of Dead Weighjt

    Contributed by M. Randolph Thompson on Feb 9, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,958 views

    Sermon directed at helping people to resolve problems with people, rather than owning their problems which cause extra and unnecessary stress.

    I. Text: Matthew 18:15-20 15 “If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. 16 But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Like Father Like Son

    Contributed by Craig Smee on Sep 8, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,330 views

    This sermon takes a look at the aspects of being made in Gods image and thus our purpose of being Christlike.

    Have you met my father? I don’t know if any of you here have ever met my father. He is the kind of guy though that once you have met him you would not forget him. He is an incredible guy actually. He is from the old school.- he is one of those dads that provided and still provides for me and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Devil Made Me Do It

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,830 views

    Introductory Comments 1.

    Introductory Comments 1."The devil made me do it." Many of us are familiar with these words. They were made famous by comedian Flip Wilson who recently passed away. Whenever Flip got caught doing something wrong, he would flippantly say "the devil made me do it." 2. But with all respect to Flip, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Issues Of Life

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 31,786 views

    The things in life that will matter eternally.

    21, April 2002 Dakota Community Church Issues of Life Introduction: Proverbs 4:20-23 My son, give attention to my words; Incline your ear to my sayings. Do not let them depart from your eyes; Keep them in the midst of your heart; For they are life to those who find them, and health to all ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    What Does God Think About Abortion? Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jun 19, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,390 views

    First in a series addressing current topics. This sermon addresses abortion.

    WHAT DOES GOD THINK ABOUT Part 1: ABORTION “Hoof-and-mouth disease is the scourge of the cattle industry, and an outbreak can decimate herds very quickly. Therefore, when the disease hit one cattle area a few years ago, authorities clamped on a strict quarantine to isolate and control the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Declaration Of Freedom

    Contributed by Robbie Shivar on Jul 10, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,330 views

    On the day that we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we also need to remember the Declaration of Freedom proclaimed by Jesus at the start of His earthly ministry.

    Luke 4:18-19 The Declaration of Freedom Introduction: Today we remember the infamous signing of our nation’s Declaration of Independence. A document that claimed freedom from the oppression the colonies were enduring from England. Tension between the Colonialist and the British Army often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unconditional Freedom

    Contributed by David King on Jul 13, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,470 views

    Give me liberty or give me death! I will be free no strings attached.

    TEXT Ex 10:9 And Moses said, We will go with our young and with our old, with our sons and with our daughters, with our flocks and with our herds will we go; for we must hold a feast unto the LORD. INTRO: Freedom is the most valuable expression of language that there is. It is an element that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Glimpses Into Revelation--A Church On The Fence Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 15, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,685 views

    What is so bad about being lukewarm as a Christian? Why it is better to be hot or cold.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 18, 2004 “The Church on the Fence--Laodicia” Rev. 3:14-22 INTRODUCTION: Of the seven churches, this is probably the one you are most familiar with. It is the church that seems to parallel today’s society the most because of an INDIFFERENCE toward ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Love...

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 10, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,114 views

    The qualities of love needed in the church.

    THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS LOVE… I CORINTHIANS 13:1-8 Introduction: This chapter is among the most famous chapters in the Bible. It has been used extensively at weddings and as an exposition of romantic love. The reality of this passage is that is part of a message by Paul to the church at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Develop Faith

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,099 views

    ...the Lord desires for us to respond, to do something, with the faith that He gives to us.

    How to Develop Faith. In the recent weeks, we have been asking the Lord to “INCREASE OUR FAITH”. This is in accordance to what the apostles had asked of Jesus in Luke 17:5. I would suggest this is a very simple request, but it is certainly one of the most important things we could ever ask of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Finding Rest In God

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 3, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 9,496 views

    In our busy lives, intentional times of rest are sacred and essential for spiritual and emotional health.

    From African colonial history comes this interesting tale: In the deep jungles of Africa, a traveler was making a long trip. Native porters had been engaged from a tribe to carry the loads. The first day they marched rapidly and went far. The traveler had high hopes of a speedy journey. But the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Woman's Words

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 14, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 11,890 views

    The influence of Christian wives and mothers is immeasurable and irreplaceable. One area of great influence that a woman has is through her words.

    A WOMAN’S WORDS PROVERBS 31:26 INTRODUCTION: Proverbs 31 gives us one of the most beautiful descriptions of Christian womanhood. Verses ten through thirty-one provide a list of virtues and characteristics that exemplify the Christian wife and mother. Someone has said, "The hand that rocks the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Of Gusto And Hungry Bears

    Contributed by John Beehler on Jun 15, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,321 views

    Go for the gusto. Seek happiness. Watch out for hungry bears.

    Of Gusto and Hungry Bears You only go around once in life, so you’ve got to grab for all the gusto you can." Some of you may remember that television commercial. But, what exactly is gusto? In the dictionary, it is defined as "hearty or keen enjoyment." And according to that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    And They Will Know We Are Christians By Our Love

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Nov 12, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 11,787 views

    What we believe - our faith - is acted out in service to others.

    I want to ask you a couple of questions and then I want to present you with a challenge. The questions are these: Do you love the Lord? Have you accepted Jesus as the rescuer and guide of your life? Do you want to be a disciple of Jesus and follow him? Then here’s your challenge: Put your money ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Reason #7: God Has A Plan! Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 1, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 8,389 views

    We’re not exempt from affliction, but God is working behind the scenes to bring good out of trouble. He’s not holding back; He’s involved. This should give us a better attitude toward suffering.

    Sermon Series on Romans 8> Reasons to be ENCOURAGED Reason #7, God has a plan! Rom 8:28-30 We look at our lives and sometimes wonder what God’s higher purpose must be. Paul has already stated that it’s difficult enough knowing what to pray about (26-27); it’s even harder to fathom why life can ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational