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  • Catherine Davis avatar

    The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

    Contributed by Catherine Davis on Sep 2, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,187 views

    We are called to love others - in spite of the good, the bad, and the ugly.

    Scripture: Psalm 139: 1-6, 13-18 Title: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Theme: From the beginning to the end God knows everything and is still with me! In this world, we want to throw in the towel when things get rough – we are too fleshly to hang in there! But we are called to love others in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Greatest Letter Ever Written Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 5, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,571 views

    This sermon, which is the first in a series on "Romans: The Good News of God," introduces the greatest letter ever written, Paul’s letter to the Romans.

    Scripture He was pacing back and forth, thoughtful and expectant. Physically, he was not an impressive man (see for example 2 Corinthians 10:10; Galatians 4:14). He had scars and blemishes all over his body from his various beatings and stonings. His body was weathered and leathered by many years ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dan Dunn avatar

    Stop, Thief! Take It All!

    Contributed by Dan Dunn on Dec 2, 2000
    based on 90 ratings
     | 8,064 views

    We are called to be "ready disciples," accountable for our living in such a way that we will ready for the Second Coming of Christ, no matter when it takes place.

    "Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. But understand this: If the owner of the house had known at what time of night the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house be broken into. So you also must be ready, because the Son ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Pentecost

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
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    In this sermon, the so-called "Kantian wall" is acknowledged as a support rather than a threat to Christianity. There is no human way to know God except through Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit has a very special role to play.

    (If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Among the great events of the 18th Century is, of course, the American Revolution. But ask historians and they will tell you that there is still another 18th Century revolution ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    What To Do With Your Criticism

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 24, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,011 views

    Dealing with Criticism in the life of the church.Fighting the Worship Wars.

    “What To Do With Your Criticisms!” The title of this message could have been, “What you Can Do With Your Criticism” but that has a couple of interpretations. It could also have been entitled, “What You are Doing with Your Criticism.” But we need to recognize that one of the fundamental ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Winter avatar

    Hello, Beautiful!

    Contributed by Mark Winter on Mar 12, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 4,580 views

    God has sent a Valentine’s card to you, postmarked with the blood of his precious Son.

    It’s a small town – one of those kind of towns people make jokes about. You’ve heard ‘em – “that town is so small that when you dial the wrong number, the person on the other end gives you the right number.” "It’s so small that there’s no place to go that you shouldn’t." "It’s so small that Third ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Resurrection Wonder Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Apr 20, 2006
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    We need to recover our sense of resurrection wonder, joy, and excitement over what is possible with God.

    “Resurrection Wonder” John 20: 1 – 18 1. Have any of you ever read the comic strip Calvin and Hobbes? In one storyline Calvin’s father is reading him a bedtime story – “Hamster Huey and Gooey Kablooey!” – and the poor father is getting really tired of this story. It’s Calvin’s favourite and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In His Presence

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 10, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
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    This is the 2nd in 5 in a series on people who encountered Christ and how thier lives were changed. The invitation is to believe in the ’magic’ of miracles.

    In February of last year, a 7 year old little girl named Danielle van Dam was abducted from her home and murdered. Since then, the media has focused on the abduction of one young girl after another. From Danielle to Elizabeth Smart. From Elizabeth Smart to Samantha Runnion. Then there was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    Amazing Grace Sunday

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Feb 20, 2007
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     | 2,670 views

    As we celebrate the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the British slave trade, God is calling us to abolish modern day slavery

    Amazing Grace Sunday February 18, 2007 Exodus 3:7-8 Amazing Grace is probably one of the best loved Hymns of all time. I understand it has been recorded on at least 1100 albums; there are almost 1000 arrangements for the song. After singing the hymn at Woodstock, Arlo Guthrie said “I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Church Is One Series

    Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Apr 1, 2021
     | 2,433 views

    We have begun to look at what theologians and church fathers across the centuries have called the "marks" or the "notes" of the Church. Perhaps we can get a fresh look at God's words about the Church.

    Ephesians 4:1-6 We have begun to look at what theologians and church fathers across the centuries have called the "marks" or the "notes" of the church. Coming without apology from an evangelical and scriptural perspective, still we are seeking to avoid the unproductive tension ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    Unto The Church At Sardis, Write Series

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 20, 2013
     | 3,649 views

    A church can compromise itself out of existence and find itself at war against God.

    Unto the Church in Sardis, Write Revelation 3:1-6 Introduction Sardis was the fourth church to which Revelation was sent. It had at one time been a very powerful city, the capital of the Lydian empire. It was ruled by a man named Croesus whose wealth was the subject of the proverb “richer ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    Finding Your Talents (Ministry) Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Nov 28, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,168 views

    This early church was so powerful. . .one reason was that they had discovered that each person had gifts, and they used them to MEET NEEDS! The question is, "How can I find MY gifts for ministry?" *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

    Acts 2:41 Then those who gladly received his word were baptized; and that day about three thousand souls were added to them. 42 ¶ And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. 43 Then fear came upon every soul, and many wonders ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • R. David Reynolds avatar

    A Mission Of Amazing Grace: Seek Justice, Rescue The Oppressed

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Feb 18, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,081 views

    Based on Isaiah 1:15-17 and James 2:14-26 this sermon was prepared for "Amazing Grace" Sunday 2007. The thesis is that we are saved to be agents of God’s Grace in the cause for social justice for God’s oppressed children in our modern society.

    A Mission of Amazing Grace: Seek Justice, Rescue the Oppressed --Isaiah 1:15-17 and James 2:14-26 Today North American Christians are celebrating “Amazing Grace Sunday,” but do you realize the significance in our celebrating the most beloved hymn of all time? On Friday, 23 February 2007, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ian Humphrey avatar

    The Psalmist's Prayer Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024
     | 374 views

    The Psalmist's Prayer

    Psalm 119:17-24 The Psalmist's Prayer 1. A Prayer of Recognition His Prayer - 17 Deal bountifully, His Place - with thy servant, (? Gimel - Camel) His Pursuit - that I may live, His Path - and keep thy word. 2. A Prayer for Revelation A Desire for Sight - 18 Open thou mine eyes, A ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Don't Sweat The Small Stuff"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 9, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,354 views

    Are Christians tolerant enough; are we majoring in the minors?

    Romans 14:1-12 “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff” By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org It may come as some surprise to us that John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, never preached a sermon on the Virgin Birth or the Second ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist