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  • Gerry Pratt avatar

    The Worm And The Butterfly

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 11,263 views

    The change that takes place in a Christian’s heart should be able to be compared to the change that happens when a worm becomes a butterfly.

    So much can be drawn, by analogy, from the butterfly. A. Who here has never been drawn to the beauty and grace and freedom of the butterfly? 1. Granted, they have their mortal enemies, but if the butterfly could think and reason...what butterfly would want to give up all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lift Off!

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 109 ratings
     | 9,061 views

    A look at the Ascension of Christ and its relevance to our lives today.

    Lift Off! Acts 1:1-11 1 In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 After his suffering, he showed himself to these men and gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Forgiven??

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 10, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,483 views

    A sermon for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost

    15th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 19 Luke 15:1-10 A sermon by Rev. Tim Zingale I would like to share with you this morning a modern day parable. Listen: "A minister, touring in West Germany was invited to spend the night with one of the families of the host congregation. The family consisted of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    The Need For Love

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 23, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,771 views

    Christians need to show love without hypocrisy.

    Some time ago a young sailor called his parents after his release from the military service. He said he was bringing his buddy home to stay with him. “You see, Mom,” he said, “my friend is pretty badly broken up. He was severely wounded and has only one leg, one arm, and one eye.” After a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Wright avatar

    Take Up Your Cross

    Contributed by Phillip Wright on Jul 22, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,635 views

    Just what does the Lord expect of us?

    Take Up Your Cross Luke 9:23-26 Rev. Phillip A. Wright Introduction: This morning we are going to look at one of the better known verses in Scripture. “Take Up your Cross.” Today we will look at the entire passage and dig out just what Jesus is saying and not saying. Attention: Jesus used this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Polygamy And Concubines

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 14, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,086 views

    This sermon answers a question from a church member regarding polygamy and concubines.

    Note: This sermon was part of a series where I answered questions about the Bible submitted by the congregation. Question: Why did God leave polygamy of His people unchallenged? How did wives/concubines differ? Let me start with the second part of that question, because that is the easier part to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    God Is The Witness

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 19,299 views

    Wedding ceremony and message to help a couple have an enduring marriage.

    Wedding for Michael and Kristin Tuley September 16, 2006 2:00 p.m. Opening Prayer Did you know that Jesus liked to go to weddings? In fact, His very first miracle was performed at a wedding celebration. Just as Jesus was invited to that first century celebration, let’s invite Him right now to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waiting, Dating, And Mating Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 30 ratings
     | 12,574 views

    A biblical discussion of sexuality and marriage

    SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 7 TITLE: “WAITING, DATING, AND MATING” INTRODUCTION: A. The preacher of a congregation made it a habit to visit all the Sunday school classes. One particular Sunday, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Call Of Foreign Missions Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 20, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,847 views

    This sermon explains the motivation behind a call to foreign missions.

    This year, I have been using a devotional book compiled by Beth Moore entitled, “Voices of the Faithful.” The book is a compilation of devotional testimonies written by foreign missionaries. This book sheds light on some of the trials, blessings and inspiration that goes into the life of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Speaking Truth In A Skeptical Age

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 26, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,607 views

    Speaking the truth in love is the needed standard in a post-Christian/post-modern world.

    Speaking Truth to a Skeptical World 1 Peter 3:15 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO If there were a patron saint of our age, a hero or symbol for the times, it might well be Pilate. The Roman politician did his best to find a way to not condemn Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Counting The Cost Series

    Contributed by Allen Hern on Feb 17, 2004
    based on 67 ratings
     | 10,469 views

    When everyone else turned away from Jesus, the disciples had to count the cost. Their answer is still our answer: Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.

     200409.ser “Counting the Cost” CLBC Feb 15 04 a.m. Subject: Discipleship Theme: The Cost of Discipleship Passage: John 6: 60 - 71 It was a difficult time for the 12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sackitis

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Mar 27, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,166 views

    This sermon discusses the need to lay our burdens at the Cross and prevent the past form draggin us down.

    Sackitis Eph 5:28, Matt 11:28-29 I. Ok, this is weird sermon week number two. The sermon that I preached last week is one that I can’t seem to get around preaching periodically, and it touches on a another subject that makes me feel I need to preach another weird sermon. A. As much as I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Doug Lyon avatar

    A Second Home

    Contributed by Doug Lyon on Sep 15, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,500 views

    Celebacy is an acceptable lifestyle in God’s eyes

    1 Corinthians 7:6-9 A Second Home Introduction A first grade teacher gave each child in her class the first half of a proverb. She then asked them to come up with the remainder of the proverb. Now, keep in mind that these are 6 year-olds who responded. [Power Point:] · Better to be safe ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • James May avatar

    Leaning On The Top Of His Staff

    Contributed by James May on May 22, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 25,542 views

    Jacob worshipped God leaning on the top of his staff at the end of his life. What does that mean to you and I? Do we have a staff to lean upon?

    LEANING ON THE TOP OF HIS STAFF By Pastor Jim May Scriptures used: 1 Samuel 17:40, Psalms 23:4, Exodus 12:11-12, 2 Kings 4:29-34, and primary verse – Hebrews 11:21 Jacob was a man whose whole life had been changed by the grace and mercy of God. He began his life as a deceiver, stealing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Your Purpose Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,451 views

    Without a vision we perish. What is your vison, purpose in life? This passage shows that our goal shoiuld be 1) fruit 2) Foreigners 3) Faith

    Your purpose. Mark 11:12-25. WBC 7 Sept 03 pm In the words of Diana Ross- ‘do you know where you’re going to?’ - not ultimately, when you die! - > do you have a purpose here. Now. In this life. - Do you know whey God is allowing you to stay, here? The words “without a vision the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist