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  • David Dykes avatar

    Good Answers To Bad Questions Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 27, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 22,772 views

    One day as Jesus was teaching in the temple, his enemies questioned his authority. He gave such good answers, no one dared to ask him any more questions. This is an in-depth look at Christ’s answers and their modern applications.

    Good Answers to Bad Questions Luke 19:45-48, 20:1-8, 20:20-26 By Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION We are approaching a section in Luke when the enemies of Jesus are going to ask Him three strange questions. These questions were intended to force Jesus to incriminate Himself. They are bad ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Change Of View Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,092 views

    IF WE ARE TO REACH OTHERS WITH THE GOSPEL, WE MUST LEARN TO SEE THE WORLD AS CHRSIT SAW THE WORLD.

    A Change of View Mark 2:13-17 INTRODUCTION WWJD for a Prostitute? Author and speaker Barbara Johnson writes: I had just finished speaking at one of the last Women of Faith (WOF) conferences in 1998, challenging the audience to really think "What Would Jesus Do?" in their everyday situations. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    I Have Seen Your Tears

    Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Sep 20, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 27,492 views

    You can change the mind of God with prayer, a broken heart and tears!

    Text - 2 Kings 20:1-11 1. In those days Hezekiah became sick and was at the point of death. The prophet Isaiah son of Amoz came to him, and said to him, "Thus says the Lord: Set your house in order, for you shall die; you shall not recover." 2. Then Hezekiah turned his face to the wall and prayed ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Dealing With Discouragement

    Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 21, 2003
    based on 159 ratings
     | 21,447 views

    Looking at the life of Elijah, this sermons examines how we can overcome discouragement in our lives

    A little girl had been trying for months to learn the art of tying her shoes. She finally grasped the knack and was able to do it by herself. Her parents expected the child to be delighted, but were surprised by her disappointment. Her father asked why she was crying. She sobbed, "I just learned ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Test: Is Foolishness The Better Choice? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 16, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,118 views

    Both foolishness and wisdom fail to satisfy. Both lead us to find the answer somewhere else.

    The Test: Is Foolishness the Better Choice? (Ecclesiastes 2) Note: The illustrations in this sermon were mostly borrowed from Sermon Central Intro 1. This is the 100th anniversary of powered flight! It was 100 years ago that the Wright Brothers successfully flew the first airplane at Kitty ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Lesson 2

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 26, 2006
     | 852 views

    This lesson looks at suffering through the laws of natural growth, proposed by Henry Drumonoud.

    A. THE LAW OF MOTION: “Every body will continue in a uniform motion in a straight line, except when an outward force changes it.” 1. Sometimes God sends suffering into our life to cause us to change our direction. a. Joseph was prepared to save the world. “Ye thought evil against me; [but] God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Worship While Suffering

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 26, 2006
     | 938 views

    “Worship is giving to God the worth that is due Him” –Old Definition

    “Worship is giving to God the worth that is due Him” –Old Definition A. WHEN TO WORSHIP 1. Worship when the worst calamity hits. “Then Job arose and rent his mantle, and shaved his head, and fell down upon the ground and worshipped” (1:20). a. Completely humbled. b. Completely prostrate on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus' Anointing: The Anointing

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,927 views

    This is how we are to operate: To please Jesus – whatever others think

    Mark 14:1-10 Betrayal – Sensitive Hearts – Indignation. In the Gospel of Mark we find this curious incident of the anointing of Jesus sandwiched in the middle of two sections on those who have a need to get rid of Jesus. What we see is a great contrast here between those, probably don’t fully ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Facing Your Giants: Slump Guns Series

    Contributed by Max Lucado on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 104 ratings
     | 22,186 views

    These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. It is never too late to get up when you have been knocked down.

    “Slump Guns” 1 Samuel 30:1-6 These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. THEME: It is never too late to get up when you have been knocked down. Introduction: In Max Lucado’s book, Facing Your Giants, he relates the story that was not David’s finest ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Illness And Wellness Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 17,051 views

    This message is the first in a series of four on “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

    ILLNESS AND WELLNESS Romans 12:1 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 INTRO: In the sitting area of a hospital lobby, a plaque hangs on the wall. It is the hospital statement of purpose. One of the stated purposes is to offer a “positive Christian interpretation of disease, disability, and death.” A man who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Grace For Our Illness Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,133 views

    This message is the second in a series of four on “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

    GOD’S GRACE FOR OUR ILLNESS Philippians 2:25-30 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 INTRO: In May 1983, the “Chicago Tribune” ran a story about a young father from North Manchester, Indiana. His name was David Gilmore. He told about the illness of his fifteen-month-old son, Dustin Graham Gilmore, that began ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Illness Leads To Death Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,147 views

    Final message on series “Illness Through the Eyes of Faith.”

    WHEN ILLNESS LEADS TO DEATH John 11:1-44 INTRO: Many of you enjoyed the Mary Tyler Moore show. One of the most famous episodes was about Chuckles the Clown. In this episode, a clown named Chuckles is killed in a bizarre accident. He was dressed as a giant peanut at a parade. An elephant thought ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    When To Break The Law

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 9, 2006
    based on 77 ratings
     | 20,950 views

    As we think about the law of God let’s consider two thoughts: 1- There is SOMETHING greater than the law. 2- There is SOMEONE greater than the law.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A policeman pulled over a car, walked up to the driver’s window, and asked the man if he knew why he was pulled over. "No," the man replied. "You failed to stop at the stop sign," the cop explained. "But I did slow down!" the guy argued. The cop shook his head. "You are required ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Chosen One

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 9, 2006
    based on 67 ratings
     | 18,019 views

    God’s Chosen One: 1- God cherished 2- Spirit inhabited 3- Heart builder 4- Hope producer

    INTRO.- ILL.- A Milwaukee teacher took her first-grade class to a dairy where a guide showed the children through the entire plant, explaining the whole process. The tour over, the guide asked if anyone had any questions. One little girl raised her hand and said, “Did you notice that I’ve got on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus Revealed At His Baptism

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,635 views

    Who is Jesus? His baptism gives us great insight into the Only Begotten Son of the Father.

    Jesus Revealed at Baptism Matthew 3:13-17 Many different groups have had different ideas over the years about Baptism. There is a wide variety of methods and meanings for Baptism in different denominations. Some believe baptism saves you and is therefore absolutely essential from infancy on. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness