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  • Bryan Fink avatar

    Part 3 - Everyone Needs A Little Help From Their Friends. Series

    Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,792 views

    I want them to know that it is God’s plan for disciples to be actively involved in a small group so he can transform their lives.

    Today is the last message in a series “Three Secrets for a Better New Year.” Our hope has been to share some insights from the Scriptures that if affirmed and practiced would make someone’s 09 superior to their 08. And today’s message is no different, other than to say that this secret, has the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Got Purpose?

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 12, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,901 views

    Running to win only makes sense if you’re chasing the right prize

    Do you not know that in a race the runners all compete, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win it. Athletes exercise self-control in all things; they do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable one. So I do not run aimlessly, nor do I box as though ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    God Is The Potter We Are The Clay

    Contributed by Ken Crow on Sep 3, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
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    We are a creation of God for a specific purpose.

    God Is The Potter We Are The Clay Isaiah 64:8 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow 8But now, O LORD, thou art our father; we are the clay, and thou our potter; and we all are the work of thy hand. 1. We are a creation of God designed for a specific purpose. Jeremiah 1:5 (King James ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Graveside Service

    Contributed by Jerry Stephens on Aug 8, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 64,772 views

    Graveside service for a believer or non-believing person.

    We are here today to remember the life of Brett Legna. Let’s begin with a brief prayer. If you know it please say it along with me: Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Of The Word Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 13, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,066 views

    When we read the Bible we need to understand what God is trying to tell us.

    A Messiah of the Word Text: Matt. 12:1-14 Introduction 1. Illustration: A wife woke up one morning and said, “Honey, I just had a dream that you bought me a new gold necklace. What do you think it means?”“I don’t know, but Valentine’s Day is coming soon. Tuesday, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Called

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 20, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,752 views

    A sermon intended to help people see that they are not here just to be saved, but to serve. We have a purpose that needs to be fulfilled in this present world.

    Called 1Corinthians 1:1-9 Broadway play: Spider Man: Green Goblin has Spider Man in his grip as they fight atop the Chrysler Building in NYC. It is hundreds of feet to the ground. The Goblin says to Spider Man, “Look down there Spider Man. What do you see? Look at all those people. They look ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Graduate Studies Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,931 views

    A study of chapter 2 verses 1 through 26

    Ecclesiastes 2: 1 – 26 Graduate Studies 1 I said in my heart, “Come now, I will test you with mirth; therefore enjoy pleasure”; but surely, this also was vanity. 2 I said of laughter—“Madness!”; and of mirth, “What does it accomplish?” 3 I ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Growing Old Isn’t For Wimps! Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 5, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,864 views

    Getting old isn't fun...nor is it for wimps! As Solomon concludes the Book of Ecclesiastes, he ponders the process and effects of aging. After all the quests we make in life, it all boils down to one thing...where will you go WHEN, not if, you die?

    Ecclesiastes 12:1-14 1 Remember now your Creator (bara) in the days of your youth, 1b Before the difficult (evil - sickness, sorrow or senility) days come, And the years draw near when you say, "I have no pleasure in them": 2 While the sun and the light, The moon and the stars, Are not darkened, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Chasing The Wind Pt1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 5, 2017
     | 11,097 views

    Catching the wind of the Holy Spirit (The Spirit of God) is crucial to finding purpose and fulfillment in life – you can chase the wind of life all you want but it won’t make you fly .

    Series: Chasing the Wind – Ecclesiastes Transition read before song: Solomon states in Ecc. 1:2-4; 8; 14: “Meaningless! MEANINGLESS!” SAYS THE TEACHER. “UTTERLY MEANINGLESS!” Everything Is meaningless.” What does man gain from his labor at which he toils under the sun? Generations come and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Overcoming Spiritual Amnesia

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 9, 2015
     | 7,292 views

    Consider what Jesus did for you on the cross and give Him praise and gratitude for the sacrifice He made for you! And realize that His death was enough to take away your sins and give you life.

    Overcoming Spiritual Amnesia 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 23 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, 24 and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me." ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Cast Of Christmas

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,496 views

    William Shakespeare penned these words in his play, As You Like It, “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players: They have their exits and their entrances…”

    The Cast of Christmas William Shakespeare penned these words in his play, As You Like It, “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players: They have their exits and their entrances…” Most of us have seen a wide variety of Christmas plays and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Its Not Just Another Charlie Brown Christmas (Message)

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 24, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,113 views

    BIG IDEA: Charles Shultz shared the message of Christmas through Linus to Charlie Brown. The many Charlie Browns of the world need to hear from the Linuses of CHRIST. Linus as he carries that blue blanket, that 'COMFORTER'.CHRISTIANS must share Christ now

    2015.12.24.CHRISTMAS EVE SERMON William Akehurst, HSWC Luke 2:8-14 MESSAGE: “It’s not just another Charlie Brown Christmas” Christmas TV shows. Miracle on ____ street. It’s a _____ Life. What do these have to do with Christ? How many have seen the Charlie Brown ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Thomas Swope avatar

    Hey, Watch Your Mouth Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 21, 2016
     | 9,402 views

    A study of the book of Job 5: 1 – 27

    Job 5: 1 – 27 Hey, Watch Your Mouth 1“Call out now; is there anyone who will answer you? And to which of the holy ones will you turn? 2For wrath kills a foolish man, and envy slays a simple one. 3I have seen the foolish taking root, but suddenly I cursed his dwelling place. 4His sons ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Thinking People Want To Know Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 15,183 views

    Sermon examines 3 mysteries in life that are significant for all humans, and are springboards for evangelism. This message came in answer to the question: How do you evangelize someone who does not believe the Bible.

    Ecclesiastes 1:1-14 12/18/16 Intro Last week we used a simple, little tool called The 4 Spiritual Laws to talk about evangelism. In that booklet were scriptures that we can share with non-Christians to help them understand the way of salvation. At the end of that message, Diana asked an astute ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Davon Huss avatar

    Contract Or Covenant? Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 20, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,055 views

    Focus on the best and most biblical view of marriage and then give 5 implications for marriage (Material adapted from Andreas Kostenberger's book, God Marriage and Family; chapter 4 The Nature of Marriage: Sacrament, Contract or Covenant? pgs. 81- 91)

    HoHum: A young minister was preparing for his first wedding ceremony that he had ever performed. The young minister was a nervous wreck and asked an older minister what to do if he messed up. The older minister said that if you forget what to say you can always quote scripture to fill in. So, as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ