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  • Scott Bradford avatar

    How Much Will You Risk In Worship?

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 13, 2010
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    This sermon is about overcoming the the self controlling, self containment of worship to let oneself fully experiance a closeness of worship with God!

    Michal, became embarrassed at King David’s dance. David responds “I’ll become even more undignified than this”. Michal is embarrassed by the manner in which her husband worshipped. Maybe we can ask ourselves: What Christian worship practices or styles of worship embarrass ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    20-20 Vision In 2020

    Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 28, 2019
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    We need keen vision to navigate through life.

    “20-20 VISION IN 2020!” PHILIPPIANS 3:4-14 David P. Nolte A couple of years ago, I had cataracts removed. The doctor offered 3 options. 1. He could put a lens in one eye for seeing near items and for reading and in the other eye a lens suited for distant objects like road signs and traffic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Nine Fruits: Joy Series

    Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Oct 28, 2015
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    A series on the Fruits of the Spirit: Joy

    Galatians 5:22-23 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Introduction: How many folks have a dog? I’ve had several dogs in my life... One thing about dogs If ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Purposing

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 30, 2014
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    How did Daniel have the power to do the right thing when everyone else was doing wrong? PURPOSING... he purposed in his heart. How do we "purpose"?

    Purposing 605 BC – Babylon is new world superpower—King Nebuchadnezzar – Comes to Jerusalem, capital of Israel and defeats it but… Let’s it alone – except taxes and takes a few select young men of royal blood Puts them through intense deprograming … ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Purposing Series

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015
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    Let me give you a life principle Commitments are not made in the heat of battle but before the battle begins. The decision not to defile yourself sexually is not made in the back seat of a car in the heat of passion… they are made before.

    Purposing Daniel 1:18 605 BC – Babylon is new world superpower—King Nebuchadnezzar – Comes to Jerusalem, capital of Israel and defeats it but… Let’s it alone – except taxes and takes a few select young men of royal blood Puts them through intense deprograming ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Reigns Over Our Present. Week 3.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 1, 2023
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    God’s great mercy became a transforming reality through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

    Love Reigns Over Our Present. Week 3. Romans 12:1-2 Last week, I gave three points in being new creations: POINT #1 – Out With the Old, and in with the New! POINT #2 – God’s Love For Us, and God’s Love Through Us. POINT # 3 – Our Wrongness Is Replaced By God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Things Happen

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 16, 2023
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    Bad things happen to us. The way in which we handle them demonstrates to the world the relationship we have with Christ Jesus.

    Things Happen – John 9: 1 - 12 Intro: Some of us have enjoyed the benefits of cataract surgery. With this simple operation usually done in less than fifteen minutes per eye, doctors can remove the clouded lens of the eye and replace it with a clear, artificial lens. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Life No One Expected Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 7, 2024
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    Moses wanted to pass on this lesson from the garden to God’s people so they would learn from it, live by it, and thrive.

    Genesis 1-2 begins with the orderly creation which forms the content of the scriptural vision for the future. Genesis 2 is a more detailed account of the creation narrative where we see Adam and Eve in paradise, in the midst of an incredible garden prepared for them by God Himself. At the end of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You’ve Got It All Wrong SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 28, 2023
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    Don’t judge others

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together in the warmth of this sanctuary, let us take a moment to breathe in the grace of God that surrounds us, to feel the love of Christ that binds us, and to sense the fellowship of the Holy Spirit that unites us. We are here, ...read more

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    The Surpassing Greatness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 13, 2024
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    This sermon explores the transformative power of knowing Christ, prioritizing Him above all else, and finding joy through the Gospel.

    Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in our pursuit to understand and live out the truths of our faith. We're here to open our ears and our hearts to the wisdom of the ages, the wisdom of the Word, the wisdom of our Lord. We want to penetrate the depths of the Gospel ...read more

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    Sarah: Beautiful Believer Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 5, 2016
     | 8,430 views

    If you want to be a truly beautiful woman, embrace your barrenness and let God use it for His glory, enhance your beauty with a gentle and quiet spirit, and believe in the promises of God.

    Since it is Mother’s Day today, I thought you might appreciate the advice given to mothers in the Mother’s Day issue of Housekeeping Magazine 51 years ago (May 13, 1965). They called it “The Good Wife’s Guide,” and it said in part: Plan ahead, even the night before, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Mushy Minds

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jan 19, 2017
     | 5,836 views

    We can't just "feel" our faith - we have to think, and it's time to take our Christianity seriously and renew our minds

    Mushy Minds TCF Sermon March 6, 2016 ---------------------------------- NOTE: the powerpoint for this sermon, which includes a video and visuals illustrating the message, is freely available at this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Has God Done For You Lately?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 1, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 15,175 views

    God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives, and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt gratitude and praise.

    Title: What Has God Done For You Lately? Text: Ephesians 1:3-14 The Big Idea: God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt praise. Introduction: My son and son-in-law and I watched the Bronco game against San Diego on Sunday… ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Photography 101: Where Is Your Focus

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 7, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,946 views

    Christians are called to try to see the whole picture and not focus only on the present or on heaven.

    February 9, 2003 Morning Service Text: Ecclesiastes 3:9-15 Subject: The Work of the Lord Title: Photography 101: Where is Your Focus I used to consider myself a camera buff. I have a Pentax P-3 camera body with a nice Tokina 28-70 lens. That means that you can take pictures at a wide angle or ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why I Am A Christian

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 7, 2013
     | 9,892 views

    CHristians have been chosen by God and called to be part of God's plan to make Christ known in and for the world.

    Title: Why I Am a Christian Text: Ephesians 3:1-12 Thesis: Christians have been chosen by God and called to be part of God’s plan (to make him known in and for) the world. Epiphany, the 12th day after Christmas, celebrates the visit of the three kings or wise men to the Christ Child, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational