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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    Creating A Shared Vision: "Putting Faith Into Action" Series

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 19, 2009
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     | 5,890 views

    Sermon #4 on creating a shared vision.

    Revelation 3:14-22 “Putting Faith Into Action” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org In February 2007, Starbucks Chairman Howard Schultz sent a memo to his CEO, Jim Donald, that somehow found its way onto the internet and then onto the computer ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    A Day Of Baptism

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 18, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,958 views

    A message that precedes multiple baptisms.

    TODAY IS A DAY OF BAPTISM. - We will be baptizing - Several people into the body of Christ AND SO TODAY’S MESSAGE - Is all about baptism - And the change it brings about - In the new Christian’s heart FOR INSTANCE, - Let’s take Al Johnson. - In his 50’s, he received Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The New Song

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009
     | 7,676 views

    A study of the new song passages found in Scripture

    ‘The New Song’ The most popular, and most quoted reference utilizing ‘new song ‘ is found in Psalm 40:3 where David describes one of the results of the Lord’s working in his life after he was delivered from the depths of sin when he was saved: ‘I waited patiently for the Lord, and He ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Real Oil Crisis (Be Prepared)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,681 views

    This is a sermon that focuses on being prepared to receive Christ.

    Matthew 25:1-13 1"At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2Five of them were foolish and five were wise. 3The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil with them. 4The wise, however, took oil in jars along ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    Pre-Trib. Or Pre-Wrath? - Study 5

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 17, 2006
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     | 1,985 views

    Does the Bible teach that Jesus will rapture His people before the Tribulation? This is a series of Studies on the question, "Will the rapture be before the Tribulation or before the Wrath of God?

    Does the Bible teach that Jesus will rapture His people before the Tribulation? This is a series of Studies on the question, "Will the rapture be before the Tribulation or before the Wrath of God? "PRE-TRIB. OR PRE-WRATH? Section Four Matt. 24:1-51 OH! WHERE DID YOU GO? It should be noted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgive Or Not To Forgive

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 28, 2012
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    Forgiveness is the way the Lord releases us from guilt and sets us free to continue loving God and others.

    Forgive or not to forgive Colossians 3:1-3:18 Introduction- Colossians 3:1-3:18 Paul declares to us some rules for holy living. He tells us: Set your heart and mind to heavenly things. That as a believer, you died to self and now Christ lives in you. Put to death (like Christ) the fleshly nature ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Life Of Abraham, Part 15: The Way Of The Philistines Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 18, 2014
     | 4,561 views

    How do we live our faith during the long periods of ordinary life between our mountaintop spiritual experiences?

    The Life of Abraham, Part 15: The Way of the Philistines Genesis 21:22-34 Introduction In the last lesson we saw the expulsion of Ishmael and his mother from Abraham’s family and their harrowing exodus into the wilderness which nearly proved fatal. As the boy was dying, God heard the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Silent Series

    Contributed by Kevin Hall on Feb 24, 2016
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     | 6,316 views

    Expository sermon of Sexual Abuse with regards to those who keep silent about the abuse or know of it taking place and doing nothing

    “The Perversion of Love” The Silent II Sam 13:20-22 And her brother Ab′salom said to her, “Has Amnon your brother been with you? Now hold your peace, my sister; he is your brother; do not take this to heart.” So Tamar dwelt, a desolate woman, in her brother ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Blood, Oil, Ear Lobes, Thumbs And Toes! What Do They Have In Common?

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 5, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,377 views

    I have heard many sermons on the Ten Lepers but none on the ceremony of cleansing defined in the Law of Moses! What an amazing ceremony it is and this sermon only touches on a few of the points. What a well of truth is in the OT as it points to Jesus!

    Luke 17:11-19 NIV (Have congregation read from their Bibles with you) “And it happened that while traveling toward Jerusalem, [Jesus] was passing through the region between Samaria and Galilee. And as He was entering into a certain village, ten men met Him - lepers, who stood at a distance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Gratitude Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 26, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 31,917 views

    We live in a wrecked world politically, emotionally, family, mentally. However we don't have to live with a wrecked attitude. Ungratefulness will sabotage and strangle the full life that Jesus promises us. Begin with being grateful and you will be full

    Intro: It is not hard to see that we live in a broken and wrecked world. God told us that this would happen. Jesus said in Matthew 24:12 He said that as the end draws near because lawlessness is increased the love of many will grow cold. It is very obvious we live in a wrecked world. Wrecked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Belt Of Truth Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 12, 2014
     | 6,371 views

    The Belt of Truth supports us in the daily battles of life, in a world where Truth is relative, where people make their own truth. God's word is truth that provides direction and ultimately victory.

    “Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist.” Are you properly equipped for battle? When I deployed to Iraq, an essential item of issued equipment was my web belt, which we call our “battle rattle.” It doesn’t seem important, yet on it ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Brooks & Biscuits - Hunger Games Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 15, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,962 views

    Hunger. . . We avoid it. We refuse to endure it. Now lack of hunger has bled into our spiritual walk. It is time to become hungry again!

    The Hunger Games – Pt. 3 Brooks and Biscuits Introduction: Over the last couple of weeks I have been challenging your hunger levels. Are you placing any demand on God’s supply or have you allowed apathy to overtake your appetite? Then I asked you what reveals your desperation level? Is it your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Boast In The Cross

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 23, 2013
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     | 6,867 views

    When it comes to salvation there is no ground on which we can boast. Our only boasting is Jesus Christ, and his sacrifice on the cross.

    BOAST IN THE CROSS Gal. 6:14 Dorn Ridge May 4, 2008 Notes revised for Sermon Central May 23, 2013 INTRODUCTION: 1.) What are you most proud of? Is it your children, your sports ability, your mind? 2.) Paul turns our attention to what we should glory in above all else, The Cross of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual Comfort

    Contributed by Olafenwa John Ishola on Dec 27, 2013
     | 4,976 views

    A sermon focused on how to kill the power of sin and attain unto spiritual comfort.

    In a world created with vast resources and splendor to provide for all our needs, physical comfort becomes attainable and sustainable by the things of the world. But after our death here on earth. How do we attain unto comfort when we leave the flesh and evolve to the spirit. This is the principal ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Then And Afterwards Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 30, 2011
     | 5,863 views

    This brief study of Joel is intended to awaken the church to an understanding of prophetic literature and to prepare our hearts for the day in which we live (adapted from Joel Rosenberg’s Epicenter conference and Mike Bickle’s series on Joel).

    Joel Pt 6 Then and Afterwards Introduction/Review Continue with our study of Joel- look at v2.18-32. Chap 1- locust plague- God’s judgment Chap 2- military invasion- God’s judgment Chap 1/2- God calls for a corporate response Begin our study today in Luke and Acts. Lk 24.49, Act 1.8, 12-15, Act ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic