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  • David Owens avatar

    The Difference One Person Can Make Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 24, 2013
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    This sermon covers the part of the story of Esther where she learns about the edict and is challenged by Mordecai to do something about it. For application we explore the difference one person can make.

    Introduction: A. I want to begin with a fictitious and humorous obituary – sounds like an oxymoron, right? 1. Our church was saddened to learn this week of the death of one of our most valued members, their name is “Someone Else.” 2. Someone Else's passing creates a vacancy that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Actions Make All The Difference

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on May 16, 2013
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    Expounding on Psalm 119:29-37, Pastor Jonathan talks about the importance of our actions matching our testimony in sharing our faith with others.

    It’s Thanksgiving Weekend and a couple of days ago we gathered with our family and friends and we thanked God for all that He has provided for us, the family that was sitting around the table, and certainly the food that was provided for us. We thanked Him for all He has done for us in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Make New The Attitude Of My Mind

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 17, 2013
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    I. EXORDIUM: Are you like CHRIST? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To be like CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 4:22-24 (Amplified Bible) Strip yourselves of your former nature [put off and discard your old unrenewed self

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you like CHRIST? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To be like CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 4:22-24 (Amplified Bible) Strip yourselves of your former nature [put off and discard your old unrenewed self] which characterized your previous manner of life and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How Does The Church Make Disciples? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 16, 2015
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    Today we want to look at the corporate aspect of disciple making by answering the question, “How does the Church Make Disciples?”

    Sermon Notes February 15, 2015 FBCam Jesus Christ: Disciple-Maker How Does a Church Make Disciples? Acts 1:1-8 Last week we discussed “How Can I make disciples?” Today we want to look at the corporate aspect of disciple making by answering the question, “How does the Church ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Did Jesus Make Dsiciples? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 16, 2015
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    When we consider the subject of discipleship we are prone to think, "I am like the disciples and need someone to help me be like Jesus" However, we need to think, "Jesus wants me to be like him and help others to be more like him"

    Sermon Notes January 25, 2015 FBCam Jesus Christ: Disciple-Maker Today we begin a series titled “Jesus Christ: Disciple-Maker.” This title is taken from a book on discipleship written by Bill Hull. The sermons in this series are: How Jesus Made Disciples (Today’s sermon) What ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Do Gyms Make Their Money? Series

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 27, 2014
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    For the answer, you'll have to read to the end of the sermon.

    A question to ponder - “How do Gyms make their money?” We’ll come back to that…. Children - Have you have you ever gone up to your mum or dad and gone “Can we go to Disneyland this year?” “Can we go to the new film that’s out this weekend” ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Don't Make Covenant With Unbelievers

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 26, 2015
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    To show that GOD separated us from sinners by turning us into the sons of light to share gospel to those who are in darkness. Acts 26:18 (Amplified Bible) To open their eyes that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, s

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you associating yourself with sinners? No. 1 Corinthians 15:33 1 Corinthians 15:33 (The Message) But don't fool yourselves. Don't let yourselves be poisoned by this anti-resurrection loose talk. "Bad company ruins good manners." II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Make Yourself Heard Above The Crowd

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 24, 2015
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    Can you imagine a mother hearing her baby cry and just ignoring it? No way! A mother will do whatever she can to find out what her baby wants or needs and tend to that need. Can you imagine God knowing that we have a need and ignoring it? Not a chance!

    Good morning boys and girls! How many of you have a little brother or a little sister? How about a puppy or a kitten? How do they get attention when they want something? They whine or cry when they are hungry, thirsty tired or wet. For example, babies don’t care if they are home or in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What A Difference His Presence Makes

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015
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    What A Difference His Presence Makes

    Exod 33:12-23 What A Difference His Presence Makes 14 And he said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest. Introduction: ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Divine Difference Jesus Can Make

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 4, 2017
     | 10,762 views

    Jesus gives us: 1. a new desire (vs. 46-47). 2. a new determination (vs. 48). 3. a new dimension (vs. 49-52a). 4. a new direction (vs. 52b).

    The Divine Difference Jesus Can Make Mark 10:46-52 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 22, 2017 *This week, I've been thinking about people who have made a difference in my life. My wife has made an infinite difference in my life. Anybody who knows Mary knows what a blessing she ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mother's Day - Making Room For God Series

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Mar 9, 2017
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     | 27,742 views

    There seems to be very little ROOM in our schedule for God. This morning I would suggest that we need to MAKE ROOM FOR GOD in our lives.

    MAKING ROOM FOR GOD Mothers Day 05.08.16 Text: II Kings 4:8 thru 10 Prayer: I want us to celebrate Mothers Day by MAKING (more) ROOM FOR GOD. Sometimes that is not so easy to do. Most moms live very busy lives. Constantly on the go…going to work…going to school …going shopping…going to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Poverty Makes God Your Defender Series

    Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Apr 9, 2017
     | 4,438 views

    Part 13 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

    "Do not rob the poor, because he is poor, or crush the afflicted at the gate, for the Lord will plead their cause and rob of life those who rob them" (Prov. 22:22-23). The chiastic composition in Proverbs 22:22-23 gives the thought—robbery, court case, court case, robbery. A Do not rob the poor, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "God Make Us Good Again"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 26, 2017
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     | 6,391 views

    The message helps us understand God doesn't expect us to be great, but he does expect us to be good by doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly.

    Four thousand years ago, barrenness was the ultimate disgrace; it was seen as a sign of divine disfavor. If you don’t have children, it’s because God’s got something against you. Period. A woman who couldn’t conceive suffered not only lack of approval, but also the threat of divorce. And barrenness ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Half Acre That Makes Hell Tremble

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 22, 2016
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    Jonathan had a vision that bridged the gap from defeat to victory.He decided it was time to step out for God, to give God a chance to do something. I hope his example will inspire us too.

    THE HALF ACRE THAT MAKES HELL TREMBLE 1 Sam. 14:6-15,23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: The Sermon-Loving Dog 1. A minister delivered his sermon in ten minutes one Sunday morning, which was about a third of the usual length of his sermons. 2. He explained, “I regret to inform you that my dog, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • JEREMIAH MENYONGAI avatar

    God Can Make A Nobody Into A Somebody Series

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016
     | 23,360 views

    For a long time, many skeptics and atheists have stated that David is a mythical character invented by the Jews. But recent archaeological discoveries have proven otherwise. My trip to Israel in January 2016 brought new revelations. David is God's Man.

    Series: David - A Man After God’s Own Heart: Part 2: God Can Make A Nobody Into A Somebody 1. 1 Samuel 16:1-14 1 The Lord said to Samuel, “How long will you mourn for Saul, since I have rejected him as king over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and be on your way; I am sending you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic