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  • Scott Chambers avatar

    When Worship Leaves A Bad Taste In God's Mouth Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 18, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,887 views

    A study of the book of Malachi

    One man has said that one of the biggest disappointments in his life came when he was a boy. He saw a large tent setup in a field and thought there was a circus inside. He sneaked in under the flap to watch and discovered that he was in the middle of a revival meeting. However he experienced an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Are You Waiting For?

    Contributed by Dennis Rhoads on Nov 24, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,822 views

    This sermon was used on Stewardship Sunday. The Gospel message is to motovate people to support God’s work in the church

    What are you waiting for? Mark 13:32-37 11/23/2003 Last Sunday of the church year Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory for ever and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Having A Desire To Depart

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Dec 21, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,693 views

    Paul imprisoned for his faith in Christ demonstrates a remarkable peace, and confidence while facing death.

    Having A Desire To Depart” Phil. 1:21-24 In Shakespeare’s Hamlet, he becomes absorbed in a soul-disturbing conversation with himself. You remember his words....To be or not to be ? That is the question. Hamlet did not know whether it was more devastating to face the unavoidable afflictions of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stand Firm Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2002
    based on 76 ratings
     | 19,979 views

    The biblical story of the crossing of the Red Sea is so obvious the skeptics can’t believe it and we mustn’t overlook it.

    OPENING: At the entrance to a one lane bridge in Sonoma Calif.: "When this sign is under water, this road is impassable." APPLICATION: Why does that seem so silly? Probably because it’s so obvious. If the water was up that far you couldn’t read sign anyway! The world’s can often be like that - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beyond The Obvious: Faith's Secrets

    Contributed by Wann Fanwar on Apr 21, 2003
    based on 148 ratings
     | 13,126 views

    This sermon is an appraisal of faith from a unique perspective, the story of Rahab. The sermon suggests four main components of the faith exhibited by Rahab

    BEYOND THE OBVIOUS: FAITH’S SECRETS Hebrews 11:1-16 At the beginning of each year, the Queen of the United Kingdom bestows certain New Year’s honours on people who have made special contributions to their respective fields. Some receive the MBE, others the OBE. In doing so, these individuals are ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    "In The Beginning"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,149 views

    We may not fully comprehend the HOW of creation, but we know the WHY. Life is the result of intelligent design/causality.

    “In the Beginning” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church Hebrews 11, the faith chapter of the Bible, declares: “By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible” (vs 3). Somehow, life ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Christmas Is Coming

    Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Dec 1, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,316 views

    Have you ever wondered why God placed perhaps the most important prophecy about His coming Messiah in Micah 5:2? This sermon explores that thought, and along the way sees both how contemporary Micah’s message was, and how wise and awesome in His planning

    We are not very patient people + Esp. when we want something done = Out of our control + "It’s coming..." = "So is Christmas" + Anxious anticipation for the something we want = Can’t hardly wait for it + As with Christmas = Christmas is coming = Can’t hardly wait for it + Sights, sounds, smells, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Restoring Proper Worship Series

    Contributed by Ely Lambert on Jun 2, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 15,322 views

    Christendom is struggling with what is true worship, and just how we are to worship the Living God. Ezra gives some great insight into this subject.

    Restoring Proper Worship Ezra 3 Preached at the Laurel Church of Christ On March 2, 2003 Introduction: I. “After attending church one Sunday morning, a little boy knelt at his bedside that night and prayed, “Dear God, we had a good time at church today – but I wish you had been there!” A. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Disciples At The Tomb Of Jesus: A Portrayal Of Mary Of Magdala

    Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Jun 2, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,059 views

    Can you imagine what it felt like to actually see Jesus Christ crucified ? This is a realistic account of one his most devoted Disciples, Mary of Magdala and her story......

    Evang. Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks THE MINISTRY OF S.A.R.A.H. (SERENITY*ATONEMENT*RESTORATION & HEALING) Lyons, Georgia April 2003 PRAYER: Heavenly Father, I thank You for the opportunity to once again be a willing servant to deliver Your Word. remove me from the sight of Your children and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Parks avatar

    The Wondrous Cross

    Contributed by David Parks on Sep 17, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 10,460 views

    The song Says "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross." What do you see when YOU survey the wondrous Cross?

    The Wondrous Cross TEXT: Matt. 24:31,35; John 19:19; Matt. 27:39,40,46,50; Gal. 3:13; Eph. 2:13; Col. 1:20; Gal. 1:20; 6:14 INTRODUCTION 1. After Scripture reading have song leader Sing: 1) The Old Rugged Cross (vs. 1&2). 2) Beneath the Cross of Jesus (vs. 1&2). 3) When I Survey the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Howard Parnell avatar

    The Great Samaritan

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 3, 2002
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,661 views

    When Jesus told the parable of the good Samaritan, He answered a lot more than just, "Who is my neighbor?" He detailed the entire history of man and man’s need for a Savior.

    THE GREAT SAMARITAN Luke 10:30-35 INTRO. This parable is probably among the most well known of all the parables. Everyone is familiar with the story of the "Good Samaritan". But far too many people do not understand the primary meaning of the parable. This is not a parable told to highlight ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    How Can You Be So Sure

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 13, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 3,561 views

    Faith’s all we’ve got in a world that asks for a sure sign.

    How can you be so sure Hebrews 11:1-6 1Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. 2This is what the ancients were commended for. 3By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Believing The Best In Others Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 4, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 7,752 views

    We often overlook the life of Joseph in the birth story of Jesus and in doing so miss valuable life lessons

    Believing the Best in Others Each year we hear the Christmas story, how Jesus was born of a virgin, in a stable, in Bethlehem during the time of a Roman census. In the midst of our celebration we have images of Mary and baby Jesus while we push to the back Mary’s husband Joseph. Not much ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James H Boyd avatar

    Issues Of Life 1: Abortion Series

    Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,162 views

    "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves" Proverbs 31:8, NLT

    "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those who are perishing" -Proverbs 31:8, NLT "The pro life movement did not begin as the result of Roe v. Wade. The pro life movement began in the first century A.D....(The first Christians’) unified opposition to child-killing ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Restoring Confidence In Prayer

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 90 ratings
     | 10,504 views

    This sermon seeks to encourage believers to renew their confidence in prayer with emphasis on Petitionary and Intercessory prayer.

    Would you believe that a Christian could lose confidence in prayer? Well, I contend that a Christian can. Now, for most of us we would not want to admit that we’ve lost confidence in prayer; that is perhaps because of our piousness or human pride. But a person can lose confidence in their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist