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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Heads Or Tails

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 8, 2009
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     | 5,354 views

    The old argument between Paul and James, faith or works, is really two sides of the same coin. Both are needed for a church’s life to be whole. Preached on a Sunday when members were asked to sign up for various ministries.

    The funny thing about arguments is that two people can use all the same information and can come out on exactly the opposite ends of the argument. Two different people, just because they are different personalities, can read the same data, hear all the same pros and cons, examine all the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Back To School

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 29, 2008
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     | 18,465 views

    God has lessons to teach us if we are willing to be taught.

    Introduction: A This week many of us will be sending kids back to school, or going back to work as teachers. 1 ILL.- The teacher said, "Why don’t you brush your teeth? I can see what you had for breakfast this morning." Boy, "What did I have?" Teacher, "Eggs." Boy, "You’re wrong! THAT WAS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crowd Or Disciple Series

    Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Sep 3, 2008
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     | 10,925 views

    As God’s people we are not expected not just to know what we should believe but we need also to know how to behave

    TOPIC: CROWD OR DISCIPLE (A Life that Honors God – Sermon on the Mount Series) Text: Matthew 5:1-2 “1 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying:” Introduction: (ILL. College Needed "Follower" Not Leader ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Who Teaches Part 3: Honoring Marriage Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 6, 2009
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     | 4,098 views

    Marriage is sacred institution, ordained and instituted by God, and is to be treated as sacred.

    A Messiah Who Teaches Part 3: Honoring Marriage Text: Matt. 5:31-32 Introduction 1. Illustration: Another major contributing factor in our problems as a nation is the decline of the family. In a recent Barna Research study, we find that among those who have said their wedding vows, one out of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Work: The Achievement Syndrome Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 17, 2014
     | 5,614 views

    Work is a necessity and can be a joy, but when our focus gets off kilter, we will not be satisfied! Solomon writes of his frustration with work and life. Let's see what we learn to avoid the frustration!

    INTRODUCTION • Video Clip from Family Man- WingClips • SLIDE #1 • Today as we conclude our Rhythm of Life series, we will explore an area of life that can get out of rhythm with the rest of our life, when this area rages out of control it will have negative effects on our family, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Old Gate Series

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 28, 2014
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     | 18,902 views

    The Old Gate brings us to the place where we must learn of the old ways of truth.

    “The Old Gate Message 3” The Spiritual Application of the Gates Notes taken from Pastor Jim May’s study; Notes from Thompson Chain Reference Bible; Tim LaHaye Prophecy Study Bible; Monte Brown’s personal translation (MB) Nehemiah 3:6 Monte T. Brown August 17, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Valley Gate Series

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 28, 2014
     | 16,078 views

    The Valley Gate calls us to see Mercy: It calls us to see Mercy triumphing over judgment. It calls us to cry out for Mercy!

    “The Valley Gate Message 4” The Spiritual Application of the Gates Nehemiah 3:13 Monte T. Brown August 17, 2014 Sunday Night Stapp Zoe Baptist Prelude In light of the events unfolding in the Middle East and the fact that we are living in end times I see it is important ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Water Gate Series

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 28, 2014
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     | 14,914 views

    The Water Gate brings to view how God brings holiness and revival to His people.

    “The Water Gate Message 9” The Spiritual Application of the Gates Notes from Thompson Chain Reference Bible; Tim LaHaye Prophecy Study Bible Translation used is NKJV unless otherwise noted. Monte Brown’s personal translation (MB) Information taken from Pray Israel.com 3/26/08; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Eastern Gate Series

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Sep 28, 2014
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     | 14,570 views

    The sealing of The Eastern Gate is proof that the Bible is the Word of God and that we are living in the end times.

    “The Eastern Gate Message 11” The Spiritual Application of the Gates Ezekiel 43:1-5; Nehemiah 3:1-31 Monte T. Brown September 28, 2014 Sunday Morning Stapp Zoe Baptist Prelude As we approach the last two gates of “The Spiritual Application of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Signs Of The End Of The Age, Part 2 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 28, 2014
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     | 6,702 views

    Mark 13 ends with 3 important principles to live by: 1) We can have total confidence in the certainty of God’s Word; 2) we are commissioned by God to preach and to teach His Word to all; and 3) we are to live life consciously and not complacently.

    Signs of the End of the Age, Part 2 Mark 13:24-37 - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” - Jesus’ teachings, while difficult for some to deal with, are always timely - We are looking at Jesus’ final teachings to His disciples -- His teaching is clear, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lord's Delights

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 1, 2014
     | 7,058 views

    To show that GOD is pleased in our faith - a worshipper and hoper in Him.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you a worshipper and hoper? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is pleased in our faith - a worshipper and hoper in Him. IV. TEXT: Psalms 147:11 (Amplified Bible) 147:11 The Lord takes pleasure in those who reverently and worshipfully fear ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "peace"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 25, 2019
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     | 5,723 views

    A sermon for the 1st Sunday in Advent.

    “Peace” Isaiah 2:1-5; John 14:27 (Some ideas and themes for this sermon come from the Book: "Almost Christmas: A Wesleyan Advent Experience") “This is what Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem.” In chapter 1 Isaiah graphically laid out what was going on in Jerusalem ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Embrace Hope In God's Promises Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 30, 2019
     | 5,925 views

    How do we avoid letting the Christmas Rush keep us from missing the message of Christmas?

    Christmas Rush Embrace Hope In God’s Promise Jeremiah 33:14-16 Introduction Thanksgiving is over and frankly I’m not sure how some of you turkeys survived! Now that the turkey is consumed, like magic we become professional consumers overnight. Many people shopped on Black Friday, but in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joseph The Good Man We Forget Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Dec 3, 2019
     | 4,088 views

    The New Testament says very little about Joseph. But when we read between the lines we se he is a remarkable servant of God, a man of compassion and courage.

    JOSEPH - THE GOOD MAN WE FORGET Matt. 1:18-25 Of all the characters surrounding the Christ child at Christmas, the one we forget the most is Joseph. The Bible never mentions any animals in the stable. They are the product, says Paul Harvey, of legend and logic. Yet the sheep and cattle get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 4, 2019
     | 9,663 views

    A sermon for the second Sunday of Advent.

    My 4-year-old, whose name just happens to be Owen has book called “Owen and Mzee: The True Story of a Remarkable Friendship." The book is based on what happened to a frightened young hippopotamus, that was separated from his family by a devastating Tsunami in Southeast Asia. Owen was ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist