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  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    Ye Are Gods

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Apr 19, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 28,028 views

    What does the Bible mean, ‘You are gods’?

    What does the Bible mean, ‘You are gods’? One of the pet phrases in scripture that world religions use to support their doctrine is ‘you are gods’. This is found several places in scripture and in context the intent is clear. However, this can and often is twisted into unbiblical meanings and used ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Are The Church

    Contributed by Carla Powell on Apr 20, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,597 views

    Explores the four images of church/Christians in 1 Peter 2: infants, living stones, priests, chosen people.

    Lectionary Texts for 5th Sunday of Easter - April 21, 2002 "We Are The Church" - 1 Peter 2:2-10; John 14:1-14 [Okay-say it with me…]"Here is the church, here is the steeple, open the doors, and see all the people." That little kids’ rhyme and fingerplay holds some truth to it. The church is your ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Gift Of Forgiveness

    Contributed by Dean Kennedy on Dec 29, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,639 views

    Jesus was born unto us bearing the gift of forgiveness. Shouldn’t we extend that same gift to others?

    Good morning, I want to start this morning by us all singing a verse of Silent night. That was great. Singing that song probably brought visions of a Nativity scene to your thoughts.. Maybe of one from your childhood over a mantel. Maybe one in front of a church. Usually they all had the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heavenly Provisions For High Expectations

    Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Jan 6, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 4,543 views

    How do we reconcile the gulf between where God is demanding we be, and how far our own ability will get us. The answer for this is found in God’s word!

    “Heavenly Provision to meet High Expectations,” Text: Romans 1:16-17 Intro: Tonight I would like to bring you a message entitled “Heavenly Provision To Meet High Expectations.” I started out with a title simple called “Expectations,” but the more I worked on it, the more I realized that there is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Glenn Robinson avatar

    The Importance Of A Parent's Words

    Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Oct 19, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,757 views

    This sermon encourages parents to use words that build up their children instead of tear them down.

    I) DO NOT LET ANY UNWHOLSOME TALK COME OUT OF YOUR MOUTHS, Words that tear down... A) Words of abuse : Parents who would never physically abuse their child may think nothing of verbal abuse. 1) Direct – name calling and put downs. Screaming tantrums, 2) Indirect - Sarcasm, teasing, harsh ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Parks avatar

    To Tell The Truth

    Contributed by David Parks on Nov 1, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 8,657 views

    In the 50’s there was a game show called to tell the truth. Everyone was lying but one person and the task of the contestants was to figure out who was telling the truth. Lately it seems that every time we turn on the TV we have to play "Tell the Truth.

    To Tell The Truth TEXT: John 8:30-32 INTRODUCTION: 1. To Tell The Truth? 2. Is it really always better to Tell the Truth? 3. In the 50’s there was a game show called to tell the truth. Everyone was lying but one person and the task of the contestants was to figure out who was telling the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Introduction To The Gifts Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,221 views

    There is much discussion today regarding the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Some believe the gifts are for today, while others believe they passed away with the apostles. Who is right? What does the Bible say about this issue?

    By: Donna J. Kazenske There is much discussion today regarding the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Some believe the gifts are for today, while others believe they passed away with the apostles. Who is right? What does the Bible say about this issue? The word of God should always have the final say if ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "The Basis Of Our Thanksgiving"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 20, 2002
    based on 447 ratings
     | 36,042 views

    A Thanksgiving sermon.

    PSALM 100:1-5 “The Basis of Our Thanksgiving” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA The 100th Psalm was written for the people of Israel. God had basically said to them, “When you come into the promised land, and settle down in your warm homes, and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Mike Hullah avatar

    Principles Of Conquest Series

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Feb 7, 2003
    based on 137 ratings
     | 24,332 views

    Joshua 6 contains seven principles the christian needs to apply in order to walk in victory and possess of all that Christ has done for us.

    PRINCIPLES OF CONQUEST Joshua 6:1-21 This Chapter of Joshua is a prophetic picture of the conquering Christian. Joshua 6:2 And the LORD said to Joshua: “See! I have given Jericho into your hand, its king, and the mighty men of valor. Jericho was the oldest, lowest city, 1300 feet below sea level. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Would Jesus Do ... About Enemies

    Contributed by David Hughes on Feb 10, 2003
    based on 78 ratings
     | 13,655 views

    This sermon aims to help Christian teenagers (and adults) consider how they might respond to people who apparently take a disliking to them.

    WHAT WOULD JESUS DO ... about enemies? I wonder if you have ever had, or even have now, someone who just doesn’t seem to like you and who would apparently do anything to get at you? We probably don’t want to have enemies, but they’re there anyway, so what do we do about them? Well, first, ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Declaring Independence From The Devil

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,371 views

    On our Day of Independence we must also call ourselver free from Satan.

    Declaring Independence from the Devil Introduction As we celebrate our national day of Independence, le us remember that as Christians we enjoy an even greater freedom in Christ. John 8:36 says “If therefore the Son shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.” In Christ we have freedom ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Thanks Be To God!

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 20, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 7,459 views

    On three occasions, the Apostle Paul exclaims, “Thanks be to God!” I would like us to look at what the Apostle Paul was thankful to God for in that we might reflect that same thankfulness in our own lives this Thanksgiving.

    “THANKS BE TO GOD” 1 CORINTHIANS 15:50-57 2 CORINTHIANS 2:12-14 2 CORINTHIANS 9:10-15 INTRODUCTION... George Washington, 1779 Whereas, it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David DeWitt avatar

    Remember The Wonder

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 28, 2004
    based on 23 ratings
     | 3,030 views

    The first gift of Christmas was given to us by God through Jesus and belief in Him will make the bell of belief ring in your heart

    Remember the Wonder Matthew 1:1-17 November 28, 2004 First Sunday of Advent Introduction Chris Van Allsburg has written a wonderful Christmas book called The Polar Express. The book tells the story of a young boy who wakes up one Christmas Eve to the sound of a train in his front yard. As he goes ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Hagar Affair Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 29, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 9,275 views

    The birth of Ishmael came about as a lapse of faith. Like Abram & Sarah, we sometimes try to “help God out,” when instead we should be waiting and trusting.

    “The Hagar Affair” Genesis 16 & Galatians 4 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus Massachusetts The Arab world dominates our thinking these days; it’s our major global concern--with the war against terrorism, hostage-taking, beheadings, and the Palestinian uprising in ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Warming Up A Church Family Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 2, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,260 views

    Although the methods to express brotherly love and warmth are often best seen by observing others, the nuts and bolts of creating a warm church family are described for us here in Romans 12. If we are going to aim to be a warm church, we need to get a pi

    Warming Up A Church Family (Romans 12:13-16) 1. When I first came to HPC, I was ignorant of boilers. 2. I grew up with a coal furnace in the basement….. 3. Space heater… 4. But boilers? Church—hot water Parsonage – steam 5. But boiler heat feels so good; even, steady….at home, we can sit on ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible