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  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Peace Boulevard Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 8, 2008
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     | 4,353 views

    The Biblical word "peace" [Greek ~ Irene] signifies far more than merely the absence of war. It carries the idea of completeness and wholeness. It conveys a sense of inner-satisfaction and fulfillment. It communicates the idea of contentment and serenity.

    Opening illustration: A four-year-old and a six-year-old presented their mom with a houseplant. They had used their own money to buy it and she was thrilled. The older of them said with a sad face, "There was a bouquet at the flower shop that we wanted to give you. It was real pretty but it was too ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Claiming Our Canaan Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 11, 2008
    based on 95 ratings
     | 30,118 views

    Most said, we have absolutely no chance of possessing this Promised Land. But where they saw only giants, the ’minority report’ of Joshua and Caleb saw God! Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint.

    Claiming Our Canaan Joshua 1:1-13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ClaimingOurCanaan.html We’ve come “Out of Africa” now into the wilderness. The deliverance of Israel from Egypt is a picture of our salvation. We were slaves, in bondage to sin, the toughest master you’ll ever serve. Sin takes us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    We Have A Purpose (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 14, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,807 views

    We need to discover our specific SHAPE so that we will know what kinds of service God has ordained for us.

    A. The story is told of a little boy named Johnny who had trouble pronouncing the letter “R”. 1. To try to help him with the problem, his teacher gave him this sentence to practice at home: “Robert gave Richard a rap in the rib for roasting the rabbit so rare.” 2. A few days later the teacher ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Where Do You Turn - Marriage Series

    Contributed by Jamey Stuart on May 15, 2008
     | 3,743 views

    I talk about the basics of overcoming broken marriages using God’s perscription.

    Introduction: Perspective is a powerful word in marriage. That’s what that drama is all about – they couldn’t get perspective because they were too consumed with themselves – they were too concerned about their issues or their side of the story to even have a clue about what was going on in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Moore avatar

    The Day Of The Lord

    Contributed by David Moore on May 19, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 17,849 views

    To show the conditions before, the condemnation by and the comfort in the Day of the Lord.

    Zephaniah The Day of the Lord Text: Zephaniah 1:1-7 Introduction: I would dare say that not one person in a thousand has heard a message from the book of Zephaniah. This little prophecy just three chapters long is one of the most overlooked passages of Scripture in all God’s Word. Unquoted from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Denny Feasby avatar

    What Your Lost Friend Has To Look Forward To Series

    Contributed by Denny Feasby on May 21, 2008
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     | 3,507 views

    A series of the topic of being lost

    What Your Lost Friend Has To Look Forward To Luke 16:19-31 Intro: In about 27 days the NASCAR season begins with the running of the Daytona 500. I am looking forward to that day. I am sure all of us have, at one time or another been looking forward to something with great anticipation. I know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Decker avatar

    Joy In My Heart Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 1, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,691 views

    Get the joy!

    JOY IN MY HEART Philippians 1.1-18 S: Joy C: Seeing the big picture Th: Toward the Goal Pr: GET THE JOY! ?: How? How do we get the joy? KW: Concepts TS: We will find in our study of Philippians 1.1-18 three concepts that help us get the joy. Type: Propositional ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why I Am No Longer An Evangelical

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 2, 2008
    based on 29 ratings
     | 8,232 views

    The Evangelical movement has been slipping from its moorings for many years. I believe the departure from orthodoxy is now complete and it is time to separate ourselves from much that is proclaimed under the banner of “Evangelical Christianity.”

    Note carefully the indefinite article. This sermon will examine Evangelical the noun. I am not speaking about being evangelical. In that sense, the word evangelical is an adjective describing ones attitude toward sharing the gospel. I am not repudiating my Christian faith, but rather the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Satisfying The Father Hunger Within

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 10, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 12,652 views

    Our heavenly Father can and will satisfy the Father hunger within us.

    Satisfying the Father Hunger Within Intro: Today we are reminded of one of the greatest needs that can be found in our world and our community. “It is being recognized more and more. Its effects are being felt over several generations. It is repairable only by the men in our society. It is within ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rick Finitzer avatar

    The Cross: Our Status Symbol

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,520 views

    Do you believe that the message of the Cross is the true answer to mankind’s greatest need?

    Cornerstone Church November 5, 2006 THE CROSS – OUR STATUS SYMBOL 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 “There is a moving story of Steinberg and a gypsy girl. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Mike Gilbert avatar

    Star Wars Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 12, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,691 views

    What pride is, why it’s so bad, what we need to do about it in our own lives.

    Intro> Steven Spielberg and George Lucas would like for you and I to believe that Star Wars are taking place in a galaxy far, far away....and maybe there are star wars going on! It certainly wouldn’t in any way diminish God’s majesty if He has actually created other beings on other planets in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brien Sims avatar

    Fellowship Known By Obedience Series

    Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 17, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,212 views

    Once we have accepted Christ, we must continue to be obedient so that we can continue our fellowship in Him. Our reward for obedience is eternal life.

    There is something that we should all take note of in the Book of First John. Fellowship, sharing our lives in Christ, doesn’t continue for nothing. Once we have accepted Christ, we must continue to be obedient so that we can continue our fellowship in Him. Our reward for obedience is continued ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Scudder avatar

    How To Be A Successful Servant Of Christ

    Contributed by David Scudder on Jun 20, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,614 views

    Are you a good servant of Jesus Christ? Today’s message is for everyone who cares about the answer to that question. The fear of being a failure haunts every one of us.

    How to be a Successful Servant of Christ Matthew 25:14-30 Purpose: To show that serving Christ is rewarded and brings assurance of salvation. Aim: I want the listener to diligently use whatever the Lord has given them for God’s glory. INTRODUCTION: Are you a good servant of Jesus Christ? ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Monte Brown avatar

    Has God Called You To Be A Shepherd?

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jun 27, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,438 views

    God has called you to be a shepherd of his flock.

    Has God Called You to be a Shepherd? Val will sing: God Will Make A Way at the end of the message Nehemiah 1: 3 Monte T. Brown September 24, 2005 Annual Sermon Tri-County Assoc. Annual Mtg. First Southern Fort Scott I will be taking my text from Nehemiah 1: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Victor Yap avatar

    Age Is Just A Number Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,570 views

    Joshua, Pt. 6

    AGE IS JUST A NUMBER (JOSHUA 14:6-15) Three old ladies are sitting in a diner, chatting about various things. One lady says, “You know, I'm getting really forgetful. This morning, I was standing at the top of the stairs, and I couldn't remember whether I had just come up or was about to go ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible