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  • Brad Lewis avatar

    The Clothes That Make The Man

    Contributed by Brad Lewis on Feb 13, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,869 views

    Considers why God wanted Aaron and his sons to wear the priestly garments.

    Exodus 28:1-6 1“Have Aaron your brother brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar, so they may serve me as priests. 2Make sacred garments for your brother Aaron, to give him dignity and honor. 3Tell all the skilled men to whom I have given ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Do You Crown Jesus On His Birthday?

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 31, 2005
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,423 views

    This is the time of year to remember we are to decorate our heart with the love of God. We can crown Christ king of our hearts.

    Intro: How do many crown Jesus today? Many crown him with the title teacher, prophet. We don’t think much this time of year how we should crown the Wonderful counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. In this time of presents and pageantry, family and friends, gifts and giving do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God We Worship - An Introduction Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 19, 2006
     | 3,987 views

    The concept of the Trinity and the names of God.

    The God We Worship - Introduction Acts 17:22-25 INTRO.: The concept of theology is one we often avoid because it sounds scholarly. Yet, it is a subject touching each of our lives. The word simply means "knowledge of God." We all have a theology. Some are carefully thought out. Others are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    With Jesus In The School Of Prayer

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 25, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,416 views

    Would you like to be able to have more power in your prayer life? To be able to pray like the prophet Elijah did? The Bible says that he was a man just like us, and if his prayers availed much, then ours can, too!

    WITH JESUS IN THE SCHOOL OF PRAYER #1: INTIMACY WITH GOD CHILDREN’S PRAYERS: Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too much. Debbie, 7 Dear God: Who did you make smarter? Boys or girls? My sister and I want to know. Jimmy, 6 Dear God: How many angels ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Good Soldier Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by James Pless on May 22, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 8,992 views

    This is a Memorial Day service message. You can be a good American Soldier. You need to be a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

    A Good Soldier of Jesus Christ. 2 Timothy 2:3 (KJV) 3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. Introduction: American Wars- to name a few: May 2001 report American Revolution 1775-1783- battle deaths 4,435- wounded 6,188 World War I 1917-1918- battle deaths ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In Divine Favor

    Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 34,060 views

    The lesson is to show each born again believer that we are compassed about with the favor of God upon our lives

    Living in Divine Favor Foundational Text: Psalms 5:12 For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield. Intro: This morning I want to begin a new series concerning the favor of God. I believe that this place of favor is where our Heavenly Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Next Best Thing Pt 4 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 19, 2007
     | 2,271 views

    This sermon series asks the question - Do we really look like Jesus? Are we disciples or are we just tagging along? Are we becoming imitators of God?

    The Next Best Thing Eight Secrets to Imitating Christ Pt 4 Ephesians 5 A couple of weeks ago we began this series looking at Paul’s challenge to the church to be Imitators of Christ. The question that we posed last week and will continue to pose during this series is “Are you the next best thing ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Hero's Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Greg Cooper on Oct 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,377 views

    AN AVERAGE PERSON WITH AN ABOVE AVERAGE KNOWLEDGE

    Title: What A Hero Knows Text: Hebrews 11:4 Intro: Able was a son that listened to his parents. They told their sons of how God structured the process of anointment. Three things were explained to these young men. Able got the importance of all three. I. Able Knew The Importance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Careful For Money Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007
     | 2,937 views

    Learning not to let money control you.

    Careful for Money Theme: Text: 1 Timothy 6:3-21 Main Verse: 10 For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith in their greediness, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. Introduction False Teachers and Money 1Ti 6:3 If anyone teaches ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Elements Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,723 views

    Show the parts of worship in the story of Abraham’s vision with God

    Title: Requirments, Resistance and Results of Worship Theme: To show the importance of worship. Text: Genesis 15:7-21 Open with Genesis 15:6-8 Abraham just beginning his walk with the Lord. Why did God choose him? Why did God use him? Abraham had a relationship. A relationship of worship and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Breaking Hard Ground And Breaking Hard Yokes

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Dec 30, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,312 views

    When we work for God, He works for us.

    Hos 10:10 It is in my desire that I should chastise them; and the people shall be gathered against them, when they shall bind themselves in their two furrows. [bound together in a rut] Hos 10:11 And Ephraim [ double fruit]is as an heifer [part grown cow]that is taught, [accustomed expert and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Science?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 5, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,069 views

    Does science affect your faith or your faith affect your science?

    One student was denied a referral by his science Prof because the student believed in Creation. A scientist was fired because he made a comment in a private conversion with his boss that he was a creationist. Evolution is a faith and it seems its adherents are very radical about their faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is The Word Of The Lord?

    Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Jan 12, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,062 views

    JEREMIAH MAKES A PROFOUND STATEMENT. IN VERSE 17 THE PEOPLE ASK: "WHERE IS THE WORD OF THE LORD?" GIVE IT TO US NOW.

    WHERE IS THE WORD OF THE LORD? 11/16/03 JEREMIAH 17:7-15 INTRODUCTION: JEREMIAH MAKES A STATEMENT, AND IN VERSE 17 THE PEOPLE ASK A QUESTION: “WHERE IS THE WORD OF THE LORD?” GIVE IT TO US NOW. 1. WE FIND THE WORD ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Devon Witherspoon avatar

    What Do You Expect From God?

    Contributed by Devon Witherspoon on Feb 21, 2008
     | 7,620 views

    what do you expect from GOD?

    What do you expect from GOD? Prayer Jeremiah 29:9 – 12 For they prophesy falsely unto you in my name: I have not sent them, saith the LORD. (10)For thus saith the LORD, that after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform my good Word toward you, in causing you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    Stewards Of God's Grace

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,205 views

    Over 2000 years ago Peter said that "the end of all things is near." What did he mean by near? How do we live in our current age if the end is indeed drawing near?

    Introduction Live in a time/country- experiencing prosperity. However the air is filled with anxiety over … crime and violence, economic instability, rumors of wars, and news of natural disasters. The Bible calls these- end times. How do we live in times like these? 1 Pet 4:7-9 (First read 1 Pet ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic