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  • Dennis Casanova avatar

    Putting On Christ

    Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Mar 15, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,043 views

    It is both difficult and easy in accepting Christ. Once done we begin to grow and finally after much study begin - "Putting on Christ "

    Putting on Christ While our natural hearts desire is to have our own way - being centered on money, ambition and pleasure our hearts as Christians hope to acquire - Integrity, Honesty, Chastity and and the good Christian Principals that Christ so inspired us to possess. Through Christ’s own ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cities Of Refuge Series

    Contributed by William Morris on Mar 20, 2004
    based on 68 ratings
     | 25,825 views

    The 11th in a 12 part series from Joshua concerning Victorious Christian Living

    Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Joshua 20:1-9 Title: The Cities of Refuge (Joshua # 11) Date: February 22, 2004 Introduction: The land of Canaan has now been possessed and subdued. The various tribes have been given their inheritance and things are starting to wind down as far as the conquest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Rich Dunbar on May 4, 2005
    based on 124 ratings
     | 20,050 views

    This sermon looks at six aspects of the power of prayer as seen in the passage.

    Here Peter is waiting for whatever Herod may have in store for him. Escape by his own means is not an option. He is being guarded by 16 soldiers that work 6 hour shifts in fours. One soldier is chained to each side of him and the other two are standing outside the cell to make sure he can’t get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ye Shall Be Holy Unto God

    Contributed by Darrell Jones on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,465 views

    What is holiness? The word HOLY used here means to be or to keep oneself pure or to sanctify yourself wholly.Let us look at four statements here in this verse that help define personal holiness.

    What exactly does it mean to be HOLY? I think I can better answer that question if I know what being Holy is not. For instance, if you shout all over the church while tripping over your tongue, That is not Holy. If you withhold your tithe to starve the pastor out, That is not Holy. If you prefer ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Choosing Chairs

    Contributed by Tom Burkholder on Sep 26, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,452 views

    As faith is passed down from generation to generation entropy takes place.

    Choosing Chairs Text: Joshua 24:14-15 Introduction: We are going to look at 3 generations and 3 chairs. As faith is passed down from generation to generation entropy takes place. Entropy says “Everything is naturally deteriorating.” Everything is becoming “sameness.” “For example, a warm mug of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    Christmas: Wise Men Still Seek Him.

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,925 views

    The question isn’t does God still speak. The question is are we listening?

    Wise Men Still Seek Him After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him." 3 When King Herod heard this he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prepared For Power

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 15,419 views

    We must prepare ourselves for the power of God, God is wanting to manifest himself but very often there are things in our lives that are hindering him, Lets learn how to prepare ourselves for his power,.

    *The desired and determined end = The revelation and the manifestation of the glory of God. *The requirements (The preparation process). We have too long just assumed that God will do what he wants to do regardless of our participation, The truth is God’s purpose and desire will ultimately be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Is Love

    Contributed by Ken Smith on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 12,545 views

    To say that God is love does not mean that love is God.

    God is Love 1 John 4:8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. God is not sometimes loving and sometimes unloving, today loving some people and hating others, and tomorrow hate those who were previously loved. In everything God does, always, in dealing with all people, God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan Chandler avatar

    "God...i Have A Problem"

    Contributed by Alan Chandler on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 69 ratings
     | 7,686 views

    Facing a problem or challenge? Here is God’s 5 step strategy for working through it!

    "God…I Have a Problem" Acts 1: 12-26 January 27, 2002 I) Intro A) Find current illustration of a problem that people are familiar with. 1) From the illustration make the connection that we all have problems to deal with B) Recap (See notes from Sermon titled Change is Constant) 1) Jesus ascended ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Holy Spirit Guided Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Timothy Grayless on Feb 15, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,864 views

    Second sermon in a series on Holy Spirit assisted Evangelism.

    Holy Spirit Guided Evangelism Part 2 THE GREAT COMMISSION (Review Part 1) 1. Jesus’ mandate 2. What makes us hate to do it? (EVANGELISM) A. Hard Work B. Laity expects Pastor to do it all: C. Some feel it requires a lot of “Arm Twisting” Trying to evoke emotion is manipulation. You put pressure ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Give Them Their Due Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 26, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,934 views

    THE RIGHTEOUS DESIRE VENGEANCE AND VINDICATION FROM UNJUSTIFIED ATTACKERS

    BIG IDEA: THE RIGHTEOUS DESIRE VENGEANCE AND VINDICATION FROM UNJUSTIFIED ATTACKERS (:1-5) INTRODUCTION: UNJUSTIFIED ATTACKERS BRING US TO OUR KNEES IN PRAYER Key phrase: "But I am in prayer" (:4) A. Supreme Court of Appeal = God Himself 1. The One Deserving of Praise "O God of my praise" 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    The Average Ones: God Uses "Seconds."

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 12, 2000
    based on 158 ratings
     | 7,212 views

    Does God only care about those in the limelight, the Sarahs? Or does he also care about the "second bests," the Hagars?

    The Average One: God Uses "Seconds" (Gen.21:1-21) 1. I love bargains.... 2. Alden’s Christmas tree (1972)--$10; HobbyLobby--$30 (1998) 7.5ft 3. Other bargains are seconds...our first kitchen table... 4. Sometimes people feel like "seconds" (unfavorite child, single, after a divorce, child ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dennis Clark avatar

    Songs In The Night, A Soldier

    Contributed by Dennis Clark on Nov 3, 2000
    based on 246 ratings
     | 9,885 views

    A veteran's day sermon

    Songs in the Night, A Soldiers Story Acts 16:19-32 Today we honor our veterans. This brief ceremony, and these certificates are a poor attempt at expressing our gratitude and respect for each of you and the sacrifice you have made in service to our Country. So with a simple “thank you” we move ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Jesus Showed Appreciation To Whom It Was Due

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 81 ratings
     | 26,933 views

    Everyone needs to feel appreciated. It does not take long before people become discouraged if they are not acknowledged for their fine efforts. Jesus made a habit out of showing appreciation to those who it was due. One day, Jesus commended a tax collec

    Everyone needs to feel appreciated. It does not take long before people become discouraged if they are not acknowledged for their fine efforts. Jesus made a habit out of showing appreciation to those who it was due. One day, Jesus commended a tax collector who humbled himself before God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Powerful Prayer Heals

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,633 views

    Why do you suppose that so many believers live as if they are unbelievers in Godâs power? Perhaps, this is one of the saddest ironies of life. In this passage, Peter gives us two examples of a person who confidently prayed for God’s power to accomplish wh

    1. Why do you suppose that so many believers live as if they are unbelievers in Godâs power? Perhaps, this is one of the saddest ironies of life. In this passage, Peter gives us two examples of a person who confidently prayed for God’s power to accomplish what appeared to be impossible. Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational