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  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Incarnation; God With Us

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 22, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,465 views

    The event of Jesus’ incarnation was the most unique event of history; the effect on our lives still is!

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC December 14, 2003 1In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:1 (NIV) 14The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Do You Pretend To Believe In Jesus?

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 2,847 views

    There is a real problem; I believe many people are pretending to believe in Jesus!

    ILL>> I played Santa this week at the nursing home - The outfit was fine but the beard was rank, so I had to spray it with something. - I hugged - asked if they were good little boys and girls, passed out gifts and even danced with some of the ladies. I couldn’t tell who really believed in Santa ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wage A Winning War For Life Part 3

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 16, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,918 views

    To face the challenges of life, we are to live overcoming, optimistic and obedient lives.

    Unless we are soldiers, we have no idea how intense a battle can get except by what we see on CNN. Let us watch a portion of the movie “Gladiator” by Russell Crowe so we can visualize the spiritual armor that God gave us. [Watch the opening battle scene in “Gladiator”] Your battles in life are as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nothing In Between Series

    Contributed by Dennis Cummins on Oct 18, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,259 views

    “How much more of a fool is the man that says there is a God and doesn’t act on it, rather than the man that says there is no God?” If society can get us to Laugh at sin than they can get us to accept it. This can be viewed on Itunes podcast or Video

    American Idols – 4 “Nothing in Between” Ps 14:1 1The fool says in his heart, "There is no God." The New Unger’s Bible Dictionary gives this definition: “In Scripture the ‘fool’ primarily is the person who casts off the fear of God and thinks and acts as if he could safely disregard the eternal ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Gospel Of John The Baptist Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 13, 2006
    based on 121 ratings
     | 21,023 views

    He prepared the way of the Lord, pioneered soul winning, and was the greatest man ever born, acc’d to Jesus...but even he had his doubts, which Christ satisfied! Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

    JOHN THE BAPTIST John 1:19-37; Matt. 11:1-11 This series is “The Gospel of Jesus”, but no study of Christ is complete without understanding His forerunner, the human who introduced Him to the world. John the Baptist is the first soul winner of whom we read in the New Testament, and he was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Fear The Dark (Halloween)

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 27, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,237 views

    Our ability to enjoy every day that God has given us is not dependant on how others view that day. We don’t walk in the darkness of fear. We walk in the light of Christ! We have no need to be afraid of the dark.

    Don’t Fear the Dark, I John 4:18 Introduction Our family dog Happy is a big baby! For such a big dog, she is afraid of some of the silliest and smallest things. Recently my wife and I were at the store and our two year son Sebastian saw a toy that he just had to have. It is a plastic ball ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The 7 Cries Of Youth Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2007
    based on 36 ratings
     | 40,096 views

    This message focuses on 7 needs every teen faces and how the church can address these.

    “The 7 Cries of Youth” Ephesians 6:1-3; Ephesians 1:4; Proverbs 1:8-9; John 15:17 We are continuing in our series called desperate households. I think for those of us who are parents that we have all had ideas about what we think will work as far as parenting is concerned We think about how we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I'm The Problem

    Contributed by R. Troy Wilkins on Dec 28, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,754 views

    A message about disobedience

    Jonah 1:12 He said to them, ‘Pick me up and throw me into the sea. Then the sea will become calm for you, for I know that on account of me this great storm has come upon you. In this day and time it would just be mighty kind if folks would live by the Jonah rule. Meaning that if you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jehovah - I Am Series

    Contributed by Paul Basehore on Jan 11, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,924 views

    Yes, God has names. Specific, beautiful, matchless names. We start the series with the name He uses to introduce Himself -- "I AM".

    The Names of God: Jehovah, the “I AM” I have many names. The name I was born with is Paul Michael Basehore Junior. As a child I was called “PJ”, for “Paul Junior”. In high school, my physics teacher called me “Basehore, Long Island”. In college I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Love People, Use Things

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,736 views

    Thanksgiving Eve sermon 1989: We have a hard time giving up our attachment to things material. We do need to feel, however, that what we use makes a difference for someone -- a way to love them.

    When we read that the city of Washington is going to get everybody out of an infamous homeless shelter by Christmas, because that shelter is no longer fit for human habitation, we have a variety of reactions. Some react at the thought that we still have not come very far at settling the issue of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Land Of The Giants

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,772 views

    From the story of David and Goliath some practical truths to help us overcome the Giants in our life.

    IN THE LAND OF THE GIANTS 1 SAMUEL 17 * As a kid when I heard the word “giant”, all I thought of was that old TV commercial for the Jolly Green Giant Vegetables. (sing) We perhaps I also thought of Jack and the Beanstalk and His words; "Fee, fi, fo, fun, I smell the blood of an Englishman: Be he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Quiet Life

    Contributed by Robert Harmon on Jul 31, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,094 views

    As Christians, this may sound counter-productive to ministry! However, Paul lets us know that sometimes it is better to be seen than heard!

    INTRODUCTION Some time ago, I was presented with a challenge! A lady within my home congregation said something about a sermon she had never heard. She said that she had attended church since she was 6 and never, EVER heard a sermon on this scripture! Far be it from me to back down from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Part Two - Choosing Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 14, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,065 views

    What it means to be a church member - six part series

    11We have spoken frankly to you Corinthians; our heart is wide open to you. 12There is no restriction in our affections, but only in yours. 13In return—I speak as to children—open wide your hearts also. 14Do not be mismatched with unbelievers. For what partnership is there between righteousness ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Why Are Deacons Needed Today?

    Contributed by Chris Layton on Aug 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,205 views

    Laying the foundation for the office of deacons and the role they play in the life of the church.

    Are Deacons Needed Today? Acts 6:1-7 The age old struggle in the realms of Christianity has been a fierce fight. On one side, seeking to advance the Kingdom of God, we find the Holy Spirit and the Church. On the other side we see Satan and all of the forces of Hell. Satan had been trying to figure ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Statutes Are My Heritage Forever

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 27, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,713 views

    God's Word is my great heritage

    I was just reading the other day about a couple in Minnesota that was celebrating an unusual wedding anniversary**(see footnote). What made it unusual was the number. They had been married for 83 years. They’re both right around 100 years old. Can you imagine celebrating an anniversary ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran