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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Facts Of Life Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 11, 2012
     | 10,154 views

    God has given us a hint about life, death, and resurrection in our daily activities, our night time sleep, and awaking the next day.

    1. Jonah and Professor You probably heard about the lady who was riding on a crowded bus. She was quietly reading her Bible when a rather distinguished looking man took the seat beside her. After a while he noticed her reading material. He introduced himself. “Hello, I am Professor Smith. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Christ Our Hope

    Contributed by Chew Chew on Feb 14, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 37,476 views

    3 aspects of Jesus Christ as our hope

    Title: Jesus Christ…Our Hope Text: NAS 1 Timothy 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus according to the commandment of God our Savior, and of Christ Jesus, who is our hope; Col 1: 27 to whom God willed to make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles, which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Breaking Our Silence!!!

    Contributed by Paul Kaiwi on Oct 19, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,212 views

    This sermon will motivate christians to step out in faith and reach their communities.

    Aloha I Ke Akua Christian Fellowship Senior Pastor Paul A. Kaiwi, Jr., M.D. Sunday Morning Service September 3, 2006 Breaking Our Silence!!! JOKE: Passengers aboard a luxurious cruise ship were having a great time until a baby girl fell overboard. Immediately there was an 80 year old man in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Life Of Jonah

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 12, 2022
     | 2,383 views

    Some people describe others by saying, “They have an attitude problem.”

    Illus: There used to be a song that some churches in the South liked to sing called, “I woke up this morning feeling fine! I woke up with heaven on my mind.” But I have a confession, sometimes I wake up and I am not feeling fine, and I certainly do not have heaven on my mind. Generally, when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anyone Got A Light?

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 30, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,178 views

    The only way to get out of or avoid the dark is to find a source of light. Where is yours? How reliable is it? How easy is it to find? Once you do, how bright is it? How long and wide is its’ beam?

    ANYONE GOT A LIGHT? Sunday Morning, May 15, 2005 Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: Light Bulb jokes Why joke so much about light bulbs? Why are these jokes so common and why do we keep laughing at them? Let me suggest it is because laughter helps to dissipate the deep, natural fear of the dark ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    The Nature Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,619 views

    Jesus has called us to be the light of the world, and as such, we are to shine brightly for all to see.

    The Nature of a Disciple: Light Text: Matt. 5:14-16 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 5:14-16 2. Illustration: Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Know The Consequences Of Throwing Stones. (Part Two)

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 27, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,936 views

    Part #1 was: ONLY IDIOTS THROW STONES. This is part#2: The consequences of throwing stones. Beware throwing stones can bring much damage to the work of God. Lay down that stone.

    THE CONSEQUENCES OF THROWING STONES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Part #2, Part #1 is: Only idiots throw stones.) Text: 2 Corinthians 4:4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    My Life As A Worshiper (1 Of 6) Series

    Contributed by Mark Mcnees on Apr 24, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,198 views

    A series called MyLife: Improving Your Profile. Basically, it’s a series looking at the phenomenon known as MySpace and using it as an extended metaphor to moving us closer to the heart and mind of God.

    MyLife As a Worshiper By Pastor Mark McNees This message was originally given at Element3 Church in Tallahassee FL. To download this message’s corresponding PowerPoint, audio, and artistic elements for free please visit www.element3.org Hey, I’m Mark. I’m pastor here and we are starting a new ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Life Or Death

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 26, 2008
     | 3,603 views

    The Bible is an amazing thing! In this passage, we see it is a spirutal circulatory system, bringing life. But there is danger out there, and we have to keep the blood flowing or we will die.

    Passage: 2 Timothy 2:14-26 Intro: The Lord through His word showed me something this week that I have been dying to share with you. 1. so without my normal introduction, I want to share an incredibly powerful image from God’s Word with you. 3. it has revolutionized my view of Scripture, and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Salvation Is Found

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 23, 2007
    based on 89 ratings
     | 7,964 views

    1- The disciples believed it 2- The people were amazed by it 3- The officials were disturbed by it

    INTRO. – Have you been saved? Obviously, this depends on what a person is talking about. ILL.- When I was a freshman in high school my older brother Larry was a senior. Larry and I did not always get along well, as is with some brothers but one day it was different. During gym class the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are You Ashamed To Praise God Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Jan 13, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,020 views

    This sermon is the second installment on why we are obligated to give God all of the praise that we can. True praise comes from the inside out, not the outside in.

    Introduction: Whenever it comes to Jesus the Christ, it seems to be a gray area for many. It seems to be an area of discomfort, but when it comes to God there’s more of a relaxed atmosphere. Whenever there is a conversation about God, the atmosphere is somewhat pleasant or neutral, but when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Edward Walker avatar

    The Winning Life

    Contributed by Edward Walker on Oct 29, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,234 views

    Discover the ingredients to the Winning Life: Remember what God has done; Worship God alone; and Follow God’s Way.

    The Winning Life Jeremiah 18:15 and Selected Verses Introduction 1. This past week the Cardinals won the World Series. Sports Illustrated writer summed it up this way: “Given up for dead several times during the regular season, nearly toes-up in the final days of it and afforded a zero chance ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Labor Is Life

    Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Apr 11, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,826 views

    Carlyle said, "labor is life." While that is a true satement it can be misleading.

    LABOR IS LIFE John 6:27 I. “Loafers,” those looking for a “free lunch” (3 kinds of loafers) A. Lazy “Loafers” B. Loaves “Loafers” C. Lotto “Loafers” II. Laborers, those hoping to work for salvation III. “Lifers,” those accepting the gift Jesus offers. A. Eternal Life B. Heavenly Life (verse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William Akehurst avatar

    God Can Use Anybody

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 17,635 views

    Nothing is impossible with God. God wants to use you for His purpose. Here are 4 points to guide you in sharing His Benefits with others.

    GOD CAN USE ANYBODY. ESPECIALLY YOU Key Verses: Philippians 4:13 I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me. Psalm 103 1 Peter 4:7-11 2 Peter 3:8-10 God Can Use Anybody Missions Trip to India My Mom at almost age 70 is off to India with a group on a missions Trip Following our Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being All Wet ... And Admitting It Series

    Contributed by Timothy Darling on Feb 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,559 views

    Everything we say and do should be consistent with who we are.

    Being all wet ... and admitting it James 3:9-13 When, as a kid, I was obviously ignorant and wrong, my dad used to say I was "all wet." I guess that is something more than being wet behind the ears. He saw some of the weird things I said and decided I was more wet than just around the ears. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite