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  • Steve Hickey avatar

    Narnia: Not Safe, But Good Series

    Contributed by Steve Hickey on Dec 14, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,430 views

    Jesus is the Lion of the Tribe of Judah and makes no promise that following him is safe, only that he’s good.

    Not Safe, But Good On April 10, 2002, the first battalions of US soldiers forced their way into Baghdad. The night before, their chaplain gathered them together for prayer and worship and he gave a message from Psalm 91 which is a psalm set in the context of literal warfare and it’s all about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is Still With Us!

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 16, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,436 views

    God is still with us in spite of the secular world’s determination to eliminate Jesus from Christmas. So rejoice in the Lord with each other and remember “God is with us!”

    God is still with us! On The Lighter Side of Life: Christmas Present It was the day after Christmas at a church in San Francisco. Pastor Mike was looking at the nativity scene outside when he noticed the baby Jesus was missing from the figures. Immediately, Pastor Mike turned towards the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Narnia: Anticipating Hope Series

    Contributed by Daniel Driggs on Dec 23, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,641 views

    A comparison of how the story of Christmas and the Chronicles of Narnia bring hope to our lives, as presented in the story "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" by C. S. Lewis.

    TITLE: “Anticipating Hope” TEXTS: Matthew 1:18-2:18 and Luke 2:1-20 PREINTRODUCTION: This year we are being faced with a situation that I never thought I’d see in my lifetime, at least not in America. Many of the major shopping centers and department stores have decided that they were going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Homosexual Marriage Series

    Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jul 25, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,726 views

    Starting with a Biblical definition of sexuality this message argues for how Christians ought to think about homosexuality in general and the current push to legalize homosexual marriage.

    SE101704 STOP THE WORLD 3. Gay Marriage There was a sexual revolution after the 1960’s and these days, we’re in the midst of another. Time Magazine has called it the “Homosexual Revolution.” They say this revolution is changing the way we see our most basic institutions: church, schools, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Shall Supply

    Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,675 views

    In whatever circumstance we should find ourselves in, God will supply all our needs.

    TITLE: God Shall Supply 080105b TEXT: Philippians 4:11-19 11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Divine Illumination

    Contributed by James May on Aug 14, 2005
    based on 46 ratings
     | 10,482 views

    The disciples didn’t recognize the miracle of the loaves and fishes as a miracle because they were still spiritually blind. How many times do we miss out on a blessing because we are in need of some Divine Illumination.

    Divine Illumination By Pastor Jim May How often do we witness a miracle and don’t even see it as a miracle? How often does the Hand of God move in our lives and we don’t even see Him at work? How much do we miss because we not looking for it? God still moves in the lives of His people but how ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Pack The Master's House

    Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Aug 19, 2005
    based on 69 ratings
     | 19,293 views

    The Lord wants a Packed House.

    PACK THE MASTER’S HOUSE Luke 14:15-24 By Cleavon P. Matthews Sr. April 10, 2002 INTRODUCTION Movie producers want to have packed theatres. Those who own professional sports teams want to have their stadiums and arenas packed. Concert promoters want to sell out every show. Restaurant owners ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let's Not Fall Out Over This

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 20, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,662 views

    This sermon deals with the need to communicate clearly with each other.

    “Let’s Not Fall out Over This” GNLCC Numbers 32:1-34 Ephesians 4:25-32 Joshua 22 Have you ever made a decision, that was misunderstood or misread by someone else, and the person got upset with you. The next thing you know, there has been a falling out of some kind between you and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Kneeling Down In The Ungodly World Series

    Contributed by Bumble Ho on Sep 1, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,197 views

    The habit of private prayer will help us have a Godly life in an Ungodly world. In prayer, we 1) Kneel under God to withstand the ungods; 2) Kneel in private to stand in public; 3) Kneel heavenward to walk earthbound. The intent of this message is to enco

    vacMidway - Aug. 28, 2005 1) {Tell the story} 1a) {Open illustration – start with a clip of our Summer Sport Tournament } You remember this basketball game. One minute left, we lead by 8 points, then lost the game because the other side start pulling technical fouls and we couldn’t score enough ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Power Unleashed Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Sep 2, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
     | 13,350 views

    We need Him to open doors for us. We need Him to lift the weight that we can’t lift. We need Him to do things for us that we can’t do for ourselves. A simple question: Has the power of God been unleashed in your life?

    What if God showed up in ways in your life that simply defy human explanation? What if He did for you something that you could not do for yourself? What if the stamp of the supernatural was such a part of your life that everyone around you said, “Look at what’s happening for him. Look at what’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timothy Smith avatar

    Take This Job And Love It

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 3, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,057 views

    Single message for Labor Day Weekend, 2005. We can learn to love our jobs if we will just see them from God’s perspective.

    TAKE THIS JOB AND LOVE IT! ECCLESIASTES 5:17, GENESIS 2:2-9,15 INTRODUCTION: [Video Clip: “Joe Vs the Volcano” Chap. 2:7:30 - 10:56 = 3:26) Talk about a bad working environment! In fact, that movie, “Joe vs the Volcano” begins with this written line: “Once upon a time there was a guy named ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Old Camel Knees Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 9, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 13,598 views

    This is an introduction to a study of the Book of James. In this sermon we look at the different stages in the life of the author as he transforms from doubting skeptic to humble believer and righteous leader.

    Scripture For most of this past year we have studied Paul’s letter to the Galatians on Sunday mornings. Galatians is a book that emphasizes Christian doctrine. As we studied Galatians we learned what we are to believe about the gospel. Hopefully, we grew in our understanding of the gospel. So, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Welcoming God's Strange Messengers Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 16, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,589 views

    Trials are common to all people! What is not common, however, is your response to trials. In today’s sermon, James teaches you how to respond to your trials.

    Scripture Someone once posted a sheet of paper on a bulletin board with the following heading: “You know it’s going to be a bad day when. . . .” Allow me to share a few of the “whens” with you. You know it’s going to be a bad day when. . . • You wake up to the soothing sound of running ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How Do We Measure(Up)?

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,099 views

    EPIPHANY 7(C) - As believers, how do we measure up - - like the world or like Christ?

    HOW DO WE MEASURE (UP)? LUKE 6:27-38 FEBRUARY 23, 2003 LUKE 6:27-38 27"But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, 28bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. 29If someone strikes you on one cheek, turn to him the other also. If someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Norris Harris I avatar

    Salt: The Maintainer Of Health

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 3, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 10,244 views

    Since verses 13-16, discloses how we are to Function in a world that hates us, I thought it would be helpful if we would look at One of the Functions of Salt as the Maintainer of Health. One of the primary functions of Salt is to Maintain Health, to keep

    In Verses 13-16, Jesus reveals Our Function in a world that hates us, even Our Relationship to a world that has gone mad. In summing up the Attitude of Kingdom Citizens, the Lord now turns to those 12 young, eager, enthusiastic disciples who were nearest to Him on the mountain; and He says to them ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist