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  • Steven Shubert avatar

    When God Plays Hide & Seek

    Contributed by Steven Shubert on Dec 11, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 14,222 views

    There are times in our relationship with GOD that it seems that He conceals Himself from us. What, if anything, is GOD doing when He plays "Hide & Seek" ?

    When god plays Hide And Seek Job 23:8-10 8 Behold, I go forward, but he is not there; and backward, but I cannot perceive him: 9 On the left hand, where he doth work, but I cannot behold him: he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see him: 10 But he knoweth the way that I take: when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Weapon Of Mass Destruction (Wmd)"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Sep 13, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,354 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that mature Christians can be idenified by their speech.

    13 September 2009 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris 504th Compound’s Multi-Purpose Facility C.O. B. Adder Tallill, Iraq BIG IDEA: There is a direct correlation between spiritual maturity and a disciplined tongue; and spiritual immaturity and an undisciplined tongue (or a Christian who talks ...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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     | 6,935 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

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Brooks & Biscuits - Hunger Games Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 15, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,043 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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    The Life Of Abraham, Part 15: The Way Of The Philistines Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 18, 2014
     | 4,671 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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    Don't Miss The Main Point Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Donald Rapp on Apr 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,433 views

    What was the real purpose of the Transfiguration?

    Do Not Miss the Main Point Part 2 The Book of Mark Mark 9:1-13 I. Introduction. A. Understanding the connections between the Old and New Testaments is critical for the proper understanding of many NT principles. B. All of the major doctrines that we hold to in the NT find their origin in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Here’s The Church

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009
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     | 3,718 views

    What the church is and is not

    HERE’S THE CHURCH Ephesians 1:22-23 Sunday, June 7, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction They tell me the story that long ago there was a small church, in a small town, in a small county, where a small congregation had tried for years to get the biggest “sinner” in town, Sam, to come to ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Supply Knowledge Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 7, 2010
     | 4,142 views

    Hebrews 10:36 teaches that obedience is a key to obtaining God’s promise: “You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what He has promised.”

    Supply Knowledge Be Certain of God’s Promises, Part 4 080909 PM Text--2 Peter 1:1-11 Introduction This lesson continues a series focused on the promises of God and our part in receiving what has been promised. Definition: A promise is a transaction between two or more persons whereby the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Freedon From Worrying

    Contributed by Nelson De Jesus on Sep 24, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,345 views

    This sermon will teach how a believer can be free from worrying.

    Topic: FREEDOM FROM WORRYING Text: Phil. 4:6-7 Introduction:  The word “anxiety” in the N.T. is also translated as “worry or care”. 1. The word has a legitimate usage: ex. Being concerned for another’s needs, for the welfare of the church, or in pleasing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Forgive Or Not To Forgive

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 28, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 34,025 views

    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

  • Robert Leroe avatar

    The Finished Work Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 22,984 views

    The completed work of Christ is work for the unworthy. We’re worse than we think we are, but God’s grace is far greater than we think it is.

    “The Finished Work of Christ” -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “I have brought glory to You here on earth by completing the work You gave Me to do. And now, Father, glorify Me in Your presence with the glory I had with You before the world began.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    We Must Hear The Voice Of God

    Contributed by Dean Lucas on Jan 8, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,890 views

    A Sermon for the beggining of the year but can be use any time about the importance of hear Gods voice in all ares of our lives

    We must hear the voice of God Victory AM 1/3/2004 John 10:1-5 At this time of the year you may be expecting the usual sermon about the vision of the church or the future and what lays a head. You may have been looking forward to revisiting purpose statements or even looking at mission statements ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Johnny Creasong avatar

    The Great Exchange Series

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Feb 16, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,502 views

    How would you sell your soul? It may be easier than you think!

    The Great Exchange Mark 8:31-38 Mark 8:31-38 31 He then began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders, chief priests and teachers of the law,and that he must be killed and after three days rise again. 32 He spoke plainly about this, and Peter took ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ken Sauer avatar

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

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,044 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

  • Curt Cizek avatar

    The Cleansing Of The Temple

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Mar 15, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,532 views

    We’ve come to see Jesus as a touchy, feely love child. In this sermon, He unleashes a fire storm. Will the real Jesus please stand up.

    -Have you ever done the right thing in a sticky situation and it ended up costing you dearly? -Maybe it cost you a friend, a loved one, money, a deal, your pride, your reputation but it cost you something that you would have rather not give up. {PAUSE} -We watched a cool animated movie on Friday ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran