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  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Secular Servanthood Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Mar 13, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,368 views

    A sermon examining the importance of honoring Christ in the workplace.

    Secular Servanthood Titus 2:9-10 Recently, the Princeton Religion Research Center published a landmark survey conducted for the Wall Street Journal on moral conduct at the workplace. The researchers measured a wide range of moral and ethical behaviors at the workplace, such as calling in sick when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guide Me With Your Counsel

    Contributed by David Simpson on May 17, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,892 views

    God changes our attitude when we submit to His counsel.

    Sermon Lanier Christian Church April 10, 2016 David Simpson “Guide Me With Your Counsel” SLIDE #1 Psalm 73 Faith surprised me a few years ago with a visit to the Fox Theatre to see David Copperfield, the magician. It was a fascinating show, with his slight of hand ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Whose Idea Was This?

    Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Mar 15, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,420 views

    THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT - It’s been said that, “With God, our lives are an open book.” Sometimes, however, we may find ourselves in the middle of the book and still asking, “Whose bright idea was this anyway? It sure wasn’t mine!”

    WHOSE IDEA WAS THIS? Isaiah 55:1-9; 54:10 John 14:1-7 Luke 1:36-37; 13:1-9 Ps 63:1-8 1 Jn. 5:4 Rom. 8:28; 12:2 1 Cor. 2:9; 10:1-13 It’s been said that, “With God, our lives are an open book.” Sometimes, however, we may find ourselves in the middle of the book and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Ruled By Peace Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Mar 15, 2016
     | 4,841 views

    All of the traits are to be connected with Christ, of course, but the Apostle Paul seems to emphasize the connection between peace and Christ. What happens when we contemplate the “peace of Christ”?

    Colossians 3:15 Ruled by Peace 1/18/15 D. Marion Clark Introduction You are wearing the perfect outfit. Every part looks good; they all match; and they fit the occasion. Everything is fine as long as no one catches on to how you feel inside. Our verse takes us inside to the heart. Text And let ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Gifts Of The Spirit In The Church: And Diagnostics Of The Lost

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021
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    I can't help but notice certain patterns in the people and groups around me. Of course people are more complex than stereotypes, but there are certain observable patterns that do emerge, and tend to be at least somewhat accurate in describing people groups.

    I can't help but notice certain patterns in the people and groups around me. Of course people are more complex than stereotypes, but there are certain observable patterns that do emerge, and tend to be at least somewhat accurate in describing people groups. What do people think about Jesus? ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Joel Smith avatar

    Everything You've Heard About Christmas Is Wrong

    Contributed by Joel Smith on Dec 18, 2008
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,481 views

    Exposing the myths of Christmas in a lighthearted way

    As you can see from the title of the sermon this morning, I’m going to attempt to overturn much of what you believed to be true about Christmas. Over the last several years I’ve become convinced that God created me to combat conventional wisdom. Why? Most of the time conventional wisdom is just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Old House

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 67 ratings
     | 22,881 views

    I'm going to have a glorified body [house] someday that will make a mansion look like a shack, and my God has already paid for it in full! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    This Old House 2 Corinthians 5:1-9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ThisOldHouse.html At Christmas we visited the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC, and I couldn't help but imagine what it would be like to live in a house like that. Then I thought about the bills! But I'm going to live in something ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking Inventory Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 4, 2010
     | 6,230 views

    Paul's culture and ours are simular. Likemindeness that Christ provides gives a church the ability to make a difference. It comes down to a spiritual inventory.

    A matter of the heart – Taking Inventory - This week we are looking at another portion of Philippians. The overall theme of this book is an expression of what Paul believes that Christians should be no matter what a person’s or nations physical situation. We know from the letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Farmville - Life On The Farm Pt. 3 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 5, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,199 views

    Farming is no game. Understanding life on the farm is necessary for survival. Learn the laws and learn the lessons in order to live successfully in Farmville.

    Movers Card Video roll in Farmville Life on the Farm – Part 3 I. Introduction I told you last week that I never really spent that much time on a farm. Isn’t it interesting that farming has invaded the lives of urban folks through the internet. However, truth be told, we have been saturated with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We Are Farmers

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 15, 2015
     | 11,230 views

    Looking at the four types of spiritual hearts and our role as farmers in sowing God's word.

    A New York City businessman moved to the country and bought a piece of land. He went to the local feed and livestock store and talked to the proprietor about how he was going to take up chicken farming. He then asked to buy 100 chicks. "That’s a lot of chicks," commented the proprietor. "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Can This Really Be A Happy New Year Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 15, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,358 views

    Purpose, Christ's Love, New Life, Ambassadors

    4 QUESTIONS FOR THE HOLIDAYS – Can This Really Be a Happy New Year? 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 January 7. 2023 Introduction: The Corinthians Church was filled with people who had a ton of baggage. And that baggage had a way of messing up spiritual health individually and in the church as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Snyder avatar

    Resurrection? I’ll Believe That When Caterpillars Fly Series

    Contributed by John Snyder on Mar 13, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,815 views

    Assuming there is a God who can bring a universe into existence anytime he wants, here are ten reasons to believe that resurrection from the dead is the true, rational view of things.

    Ten Reasons to Believe in Resurrection “That’s just impossible! Since it flies in the face of everything we know, you’d have to be an idiot to believe in the resurrection.” I hear this sort of thing all the time, and it’s often spoken as though it’s the very ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What About Fake Christians?

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jul 2, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,934 views

    Fresh, relevant approach to the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares. Focuses on the gospel for people whose life doesn't match their churchgoing, and how to reach them. Practical references to church history as well.

    WHAT ABOUT FAKE CHRISTIANS?—Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Does it bother you when you see and hear prominent personalities act like God is their best buddy, while they live very ungodly lives? Politicians, athletes, superstar performers—all say, “God bless,” and identifying themselves as Christians, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Upgrade Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 22, 2015
     | 6,916 views

    God’s 2nd greatest gift to humans is sex

    2/9 Upgrade 1 Corinthians 7:3-5 A robust and healthy sex life is one of the best indicators of a healthy marriage A growing infrequency in love-making adversely affects intimacy at every level. There is no safe sex outside of marriage. God gives us 3 guidelines for married couples to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    At Ease In Zion Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 9, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,167 views

    Amos 6:1-14 shows us the perversions and punishment of people who profess to belong to God.

    Introduction The title of this sermon is “At Ease in Zion.” It comes from Amos 6:1a, which states, “Woe to those who are at ease in Zion.” Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary defines “ease” as “the state of being comfortable.” So why would Amos pronounce a “woe” on those who are at ease? The ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed