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So, What's Wrong With Avis?

Contributed by John Beehler on Jan 10, 2003

based on 59 ratings

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There’s nothing wrong with being #2 as long Jesus is #1.

So, What’s Wrong With Avis? To say John the Baptist was unique would be an understatement. He had taken a Nazirite vow. Now a Nazirite vow contained 3 main conditions: refrain from wine and other intoxicants, not allow a razor to touch one’s hair, and not go near a dead body -–not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Spirit Of Freedom

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 29, 2002

based on 16 ratings

| 5,256 views

This sermon addresses how the amount of freedom that we have depends upon how much we yield to the Holy Spirit.

THE SPIRIT OF FREEDOM Text: Romans 8:1-11 There is the story of a child who was all dressed up with some place important to go. That place was a photographers shop. That little boy and his family were going to have a family portrait made. Dad was going to meet them there. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

To Be A Hero

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Sep 10, 2002

based on 36 ratings

| 6,545 views

A 9/11 message. What does it mean to be a hero? How does God define heroes? This word is adapted from a message by Kenneth Sauer.

To Be A Hero * Credit to Kenneth Sauer, this is an adaptation from his notes * Def. of a Hero - a person of great strength & courage who is regarded by others as an ideal or model * People have many ideas of what a hero is o Pro Athlete, Business Tycoon, etc * The concept of hero was better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"If You're Not Loving, You're Not Living"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 19, 2002

based on 520 ratings

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Jesus has opened our eyes to the true nature of love.

Matthew 22:34-40 “If You’re Not Loving, You’re Not Living” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church What is “it”? In any language, “it” is the most powerful expression of the most powerful emotion and experience in the world. “It”, of course, is “I love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Demonic Understanding Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 24, 2002

based on 36 ratings

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Understanding the realistic power of Satan and learning that Scripture recognizes this power and shows us how to deal with it.

ACCORDING TO JESUS THE TASK OF DEALING WITH AND DRIVING OUT DEMONS HAS BEEN ASSIGNED TO YOU! WHEN IT COMES TO DEALING WITH THE DEVIL, GOD, THROUGH HIS HOLY SPIRIT, GIVES YOU EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO FIGHT EVIL. LUKE 9:1, “…JESUS CALLED TOGETHER HIS TWELVE APOSTLES AND GAVE THEM POWER AND AUTHORITY ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Just Like Jesus Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Richard White on Jul 9, 2003

based on 13 ratings

| 3,245 views

The heart of Jesus is honest and pure. If we are to be more like Him, we need to change our hearts.

Just like Jesus Part 4 The heart of Jesus is compassionate, listening, led by an invisible hand, longs for God, worships God, and is a forgiving and focused heart. Today we will see that the heart of Jesus is an honest heart. It is the job of a witness to tell the truth, the whole ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Benifits Of Fasting

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003

based on 51 ratings

| 17,078 views

Fasting and Prayer is a powerful spiritual weapon.

Benefits of Prayer and Fasting Isaiah 58: 6-12 6 "Is this not the fast that I have chosen: to loose the bonds of wickedness, To undo the heavy burdens, To let the oppressed go free, And that you break every yoke? 7 Is it not to share your bread with the hungry, And that you bring to your house ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Principles Of Proclamation Series

Contributed by Larry Starett on Jul 16, 2003

based on 41 ratings

| 6,613 views

An exposition of John 15:22-27, with special emphasis on the need to testify of Christ.

Principles of Proclamation Pastor Larry Starett July 20, 2003 AM Service John 15:22-27 INTRODUCTION: A teenaged girl who was taking First Aid lessons burst through the door of her home and said, "Mom, I just saw a horrible accident and I was able to use my First Aid Training!" "What did you do?" ...read more

Scripture: John 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

"Jephthah, A Dirty $20-Dollar Bill” Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 18, 2002

based on 124 ratings

| 13,626 views

Jephthah rises above being an outcast due to confidence in God and in himself.

“Jephthah, a dirty $20-dollar bill” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A young child was saying his bedtime prayers, thanking God for the day. He ended his prayer with: “And thank You, God, for the nice boy you gave this family—Amen.” His mother asked, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-39

Denomination: Congregational

Before The Rocks Cry Out

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Jun 6, 2003

based on 64 ratings

| 23,385 views

This message was first preached on Palm Sunday, 1995, and a stone was used during the message on which the following words were written: “Keep Praising The Lord, and I’ll Stay Quiet”.

This message was first preached on Palm Sunday, 1995, and a stone was used during the message on which the following words were written: “Keep Praising The Lord, and I’ll Stay Quiet”. Luke 19:28-40 This portion of scripture gives the beautiful account of the triumphal entry of Christ into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:39-40, Luke 19:40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Giving God's Way

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jan 16, 2004

based on 22 ratings

| 9,808 views

Much of the world today believes that Christianity is a big rip off—and it can be if what we preach is unbalanced or partial to the whims of the preacher. GIVING IS NOT A LAW--WE SHOULD GIVE BECAUSE WE LOVE GOD!

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Giving God’s Way By Pastor Jerry C. Vargo Opening ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Avoid Conseqences

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Feb 12, 2004

based on 38 ratings

| 7,418 views

What is at the root of our sin problem and how do we deal with sin in our lives?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches February 15, 2004 How to Avoid Consequences Jeremiah 17:5-10 INTRODUCTION: Think back to when you were in school. How many of you were guilty of taking something sharp and carving a heart on a school desk, or on a tree in the playground, or even on a textbook and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Denomination: Methodist

Essential Equipment - Prayer Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 25, 2002

based on 66 ratings

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What does prayer change? Most of believe prayer’s most important purpose is to change circumstances... but that may not be true.

OPEN: A young boy was observed by a minister in church praying very fervently; but much to the preacher’s surprise, he was also heard to say from time to time: "Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo." So preacher approached the boy after he had apparently finished his prayer and said, "Son, I was very pleased to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Our Servant King"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 18, 2001

based on 125 ratings

| 5,692 views

Jesus gives us the perfect model of a servant leader.

LUKE 23:33-43 “OUR SERVANT KING” BY: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA There is a song by the rock band, Gethro Tulle in which some of the lyrics say something like this, “If Jesus saves, why didn’t He save Himself?” And unfortunately, I’m afraid ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: United Methodist

The Blessings Of Revelation Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 26, 2002

based on 35 ratings

| 6,919 views

Revelation focus’ our attention on Jesus Christ and what he has done, how he is currently at work in the world and what he will do in the near future!

The Blessing of Revelation Thesis: Revelation focus’ our attention on Jesus Christ and what he has done, how he is currently at work in the world and what he will do in the near future! Texts: Revelation 1:1, 2 "The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants what must ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8, Revelation 8:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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