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  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Be Still Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 27, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,163 views

    Rest in the Lord and so find rest in the storm. Trust His Word. Trust His presence. Trust His power.

    Be Still! (Mark 4:35-41) When Sharon Fleming was a teenager, her family took cross-country car trips each summer. To keep the peace, they each took a turn choosing a cassette to play in the car tape deck. No one was allowed to complain or comment about another’s choice. Sharon says her mother ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Walking With Jesus Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,753 views

    Today I would like us to do two things: (1) to try and understand some of Jesus’ difficult sayings about discipleship; and (2) to share a couple of introductory reflections on discipleship.

    By Rev Bill Stewart As Chris mentioned last Sunday, today we are officially beginning a series of sermons on the theme of "discipleship". Although discipleship seems to have already been the theme for at least two weeks now. Two weeks ago we saw how Jesus called people to be disciples and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Biggest Problem Every Church Faces

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,802 views

    What’s your church’s biggest problem? Can you name it? Paul names it in Philippians 2:19-23

    It was an eye opening experience. I was in the 9th grade in high school and I was playing on the Men’s Varsity Soccer Team. My best friend in my 9th grade class was a guy named Matt. Matt had an older brother named Nathan who was in the 11th grade. Before their seasons starts, every sports ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Masterpiece

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 16,904 views

    You are God’s Masterpiece in Christ Jesus. This message is especially for any Christian trying to measure up and gain God’s favor rather than living in the approval that is his already in Christ.

    God’s Masterpiece Eph. 2:1-10 5-24-09 Intro This morning I want to speak with you about God’s Masterpiece. You may be surprise what it is. We take our text from Ephesians 2:1-10. I am reading from the N.L. Translation. Look at the amazing statement about you in verse 10, “...we are God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Sitting At The Feet Of Jesus, We Find Healing Series

    Contributed by Louis Pantelis on Sep 8, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 15,048 views

    As we enter into the presence of Jesus by faith seeking His healing touch we can experience His miracle for us.

    Sitting at the Feet of Jesus: We find Healing Matthew 15:29 – 31 As we enter into September we enter into a new series of messages titled, “Sitting at the Feet of Jesus”. Over the course of the next several Sunday mornings and evenings we will investigate what folks found at the feet of Jesus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Great Physician Is Here

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 8, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 17,917 views

    “Jesus as the Great Physician is always available for assistance for salvation and in our spiritual life and to nurture us in our physical life as well.”

    THE GREAT PHYSICIAN IS HERE Luke 4:22-44 Proposition: “Jesus as the Great Physician is always available for assistance for salvation and in our spiritual life and to nurture us in our physical life as well.” Objective: My purpose is to challenge all, especially God’s people. to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Exalting In Worship Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 16, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,130 views

    Focusing our attention, expressing our affection and using our abilities for God in worship.

    EXALTING IN WORSHIP A country preacher sold a mule to a friend, and told him the mule was trained to go when the rider said "Praise the Lord," and to stop when the rider said, "Amen." The buyer mounted the beast and commanded, "Praise the Lord," and the mule shot off like a rocket. The startled ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Blessing The Lord

    Contributed by Allen Calkins on Nov 22, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,598 views

    Like David, we can bless the Lord when we acknowledge the greatness and goodness of God and allow God to give our lives the grace and significance only He can.

    Blessing the Lord Psalm 103 INTRODUCTION In just a few short days we will celebrate Thanksgiving 2009. Now I believe it is good that we have a day set aside each year to give thanks to God as a nation, even though on that day football and feasting seem to take precedence over blessing the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Prayer To Grow On Series

    Contributed by Allen Calkins on Nov 24, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 12,156 views

    It is essential that Christians remain committed to growing in the Lord in order to have the impact we are intended to have in the world.

    A Prayer to Grow On Colossians 1:9-14 INTRODUCTION When it comes to matters of faith, how good is good enough for you? What is your goal in the Christian life? Is your goal to be the best believer you can be for the glory of God? Obviously, our Lord’s desire is for us to continue to grow and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Many Are Afraid- Herod’s Fear Series

    Contributed by Ryan Akers on Dec 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,150 views

    You never seem to hear about people saying they are afraid of Jesus but truth is not only were people afraid of Jesus when he was born but millions are still afraid of him today.

    Jesus. What Child is This? Part 1- Many Are Afraid- Herod’s Fear Matthew 2:1-18 One of the most interesting emotions I think humans experience is fear. It’s an emotion that goes up and down all the time. Sometimes we love it and look for it (movies, roller coasters, extreme sports) and sometimes ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    A Messiah Of Heritage Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,924 views

    The coming of Jesus was the fulfillment of the promises of God.

    A Messiah of Heritage Text: Matt. 1:1-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: A Jewish father was concerned about his son. He had not truly raised him to be grounded in the faith of Judaism… So, hoping to remedy this he sent his son to Israel so the boy could experience his heritage. A year later the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Allen Calkins avatar

    Your Savior Is Born: As Promised

    Contributed by Allen Calkins on Dec 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,564 views

    The reality of the Virgin birth and other prophesies fulfilled by Christ’s birth gives us overwhelming evidence of the power, love and faithfulness of God.

    Your Savior is Born: AS PROMISED Isaiah 7:14 INTRODUCTION If you have spent any time traveling down Hwy 61 between Troy and Wentzville you have probably noticed the signs MODot has placed along the road to mark the various road improvement projects that have been recently undertaken. When MODot ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Repentance Precedes Restoration Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 17, 2009
    based on 60 ratings
     | 45,696 views

    Divine grace cannot be divorced from human responsibility. The bestowing of the riches of covenant grace are for those who are genuinely willing to turn away from sin to follow God alone.

    ZECHARIAH 1:1-6 REPENTANCE PRECEDES RESTORATION [Haggai 1:1-11 / 2 Chronicles 7:14] The visions of God showering His people with the riches of divine treasure must first be prefaced by the message that travels parallel down the track, arm in arm with divine blessings. The eternal truth which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    The Lights Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 28, 2009
     | 8,084 views

    What if you missed the lights of Christmas? What would you miss? You would miss Jesus!

    Christmas Eve Service: The lights of Christmas Texts: Isaiah 9:1-7 1Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the Gentiles, by the way of the sea, along ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Revival Comes Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jan 2, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,553 views

    Revival is the Sovereign hand of God responding to the expressed need and prayer of God’s people.

    PREACHER: Ralph Juthman TEXT: Psalm 85:4-6; various THEME: Revival comes at the sovereign, gracious decision of God to send a fresh movement of His Spirit among his people TITLE: When Revival Comes INTRODUCTION “The single greatest need in our land today is heaven-sent revival! In his annual ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal