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  • Ian Johnson avatar

    Its His Church, Give It Back!

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Apr 6, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,489 views

    In a time when Church, is seen in terms of Programs and systems that bring growth or perhaps even on the personality of the Pastor or leaders. We need to ask ourselves afresh. “Whose Church is it, any way?”

    Its His Church He wants it back! In a time when Church, is seen in terms of Programs and systems that bring growth or perhaps even on the personality of the Pastor or leaders. We need to ask ourselves afresh. “Whose Church is it, any way?” Most of us would probably say “of course the Church ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Will You Be Remembered?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 8, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,319 views

    We study Mary of Bethany for a good example of building a MEMORIAL that will stand the test of time. Mary is found three times at Jesus’ feet.

    HOW WILL I BE REMEMBERED? FOUND AT JESUS’ FEET! MARY OF BETHANY TEACHES US A LESSON STILL REAL TODAY. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. HAVE YOU EVER DESIRED TO BE SPECIAL? DO YOU WANT TO BE REMEBERED? A. Live so the Preacher can tell the truth at your funeral! B. I am told ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • George Barton avatar

    The Haphakh Phenomeon In The Book Of Esther Series

    Contributed by George Barton on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,704 views

    THE HAPHAKH PHENOMENON IN THE BOOK OF ESTHER In the Book of Esther the Hebrew term Haphakh is used to describe how God turns things around. This kind of thing happens throughout the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation.

    THE HAPHAKH PHENOMENON IN THE BOOK OF ESTHER Have you ever had an experience when you thought that everything was black and against you? You thought that there was no light at the end of the tunnel. Or, if there was a light, as one of Murphy’s laws indicates, it was the light of an oncoming train. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Stepherson avatar

    Why Pray?

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Dec 29, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 8,479 views

    God commands us to pray (see also: Colossians 4:2). That is the only reason we need. But He did not stop with giving a command. He has given us more, literally dozens of more reasons to pray.

    "pray continually." 1 Thessalonians 5:17 God commands us to pray (see also: Colossians 4:2). That is the only reason we need. But He did not stop with giving a command. He has given us more, literally dozens of more reasons to pray. To heal the land "If my people, who are called by my name, will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For A Limited Time Only

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Jan 3, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 13,484 views

    THE AVAILABILITY OF SALVATION.

    FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY LUKE 13:23-28 I. INTRODUCTION DEPARTMENT STORES OFTEN HAVE SALES AND SPECIALS THAT THEY OFFER TO THE CONSUMER. OCASSIONALY, THEY WILL SEND ADVERTISEMENST IN THE MAIL. COUPON AFTER COUPON ARRIVES TO NOTIFY US OF SUCH SALES. FOR SOME, THESE COUPONS ARE LIKE GOLD, WHILE FOR ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Satan Who?

    Contributed by Mathew Holloway on Oct 31, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,060 views

    To show that since we are now the Sons Of God, satan has NO authority over us.

    INTRODUCTION: Let’s bring satan into perspective satan means "Arch enemy of good, and accuser" SATAN IS: Fallen, Defeated, Nothing on his own, Small, Ignorant, Weak. HE WILL NEVER FIGHT YOU AT YOUR STRONGEST MOMENT- Rather he will wait until your weakness is shown REALITY: He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Johnny Creasong avatar

    Five Smooth Stones That Hit The Mark Series

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Feb 21, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 8,967 views

    Whatever your giant, picking up these "stones" will help you kill it!

    FIVE SMOOTH STONES THAT HIT THE MARK I Samuel 17:32-51 Whatever the giant picking up these five “stones” will you help you kill it! 1 Samuel 17:32-37 David said to Saul, "Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine; your servant will go and fight him." Saul replied, "You are ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jim Kane avatar

    Goodness

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 10, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,856 views

    Goodness is a fruit that is best given away by the example of our lives.

    Introduction (overhead 1) 1.The fragrance test with two men. (Adapted from Tasting The Fruit of the Spirit, Group Publishing, 2003) 2. The college prank played on me with my cologne. Review of series (overhead 2) 1. We are more than half way through our fall series, The Fruits of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Derrick Strickland avatar

    Life Begins With Jesus

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 2, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,817 views

    Some would say that Zacchaeus was really living. But when he discovered Jesus he learned what life really meant.

    “LIFE BEGINS WITH JESUS” Luke 19:1-10 INTRO: 1.By even today’s standards, we could say that Zacchaeus was “really living”. (rich- powerful-successful) 2.But, by the end of the story Zacchaeus had found something that made him willing to lose it all to keep what he found. 3.He had discovered ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You Are What You Speak

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Mar 3, 2002
    based on 96 ratings
     | 18,397 views

    You have probably heard the expression "you are what you eat." A more precise saying is "You are what you speak." The words that come from our mouth yield much greater power than we realize.

    YOU ARE WHAT YOU SPEAK  You have probably heard the expression "you are what you eat."  A more precise saying is "You are what you speak."  The words that come from our mouth yield much greater power than we realize  Prov 18:21 Death and life are in the power of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rodney Fry avatar

    The Tender Heart Of A Tough Leader

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 5, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,322 views

    Christian Leadership with Servant Leadership

    The Tender Heart of a Tough Leader Nehemiah 1:1-11 Bro. Rodney A. Fry Intro: How do we respond to bad news? The phone call late at night? The conference with your child’s teacher? The meeting with the Lawyer The report from the Medical lab? None of us are immune to bad news; the secret is in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    The Enemy Within: Guilt Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,115 views

    This sermon compares the guilt of Judas Iscariot with that of Simon Peter and draws lessons on how God would deal with our guilt.

    The Enemy Within: Guilt. Ps. 51:1-3 INTRO.: Illus.: Murder trial in Oklahoma. (Illustrations follow this sermon.) From SermonCentral.com contributed by Eric Snyder. The defendant knew he was guilty. His sin found him out. King David also felt a deep sense of guilt when he took Bathsheba and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Adrian Warnock avatar

    The Jesus Who Polarises People

    Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,806 views

    This story is a beautiful expression of the gospel.

    Mt 26, Mk 14, Jn 12 Audio @ http://www.adrian.warnock.info/2006/04/easter-message-jesus-who-polarises.htm Easter = kids -Easter bunny isn’t it? don’t miss the chance to stuff your face! Strictly come dancing, Dr Who and Casualty - looking for a hero - influence poll. BBC poll in 2002 top ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Don Jones avatar

    Lessons Learned From Nehemiah

    Contributed by Don Jones on Feb 17, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,566 views

    The message describes biblical principles found in Nehemiah.

    Lessons Learned From Nehemiah Matthew 19:26 1. Expect opposition - John 15:18-20 Whenever Nehemiah stepped in faith he encountered problems. The problems he faced included fear, false accusations, treason, and threats to his physical well being. Doubt was also a part of his life. Without an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clyde Paige avatar

    Then Comes Glory

    Contributed by Clyde Paige on Feb 17, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,665 views

    Intense look at the subject of salvation from a Biblical Standpoint

    Then Comes Glory I Peter 1:10-12 Of which salvation the prophets have enquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that should come unto you: Searching what, or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist