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  • Chip Monck avatar

    Springing Forth With Life

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 10, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,285 views

    This message emphasizes the importance of a passion for God’s Word in the heart of the believer for growth and maturity.

    Matthew 13:1-9 (reader 1), 18-23 (reader 2) – (While the readers read the scripture, I was handing out a small packet of flower seeds to each person in the congregation) - Seeds suffer different fates - Open packets - Tie to seeds in their hands - Describe their likely fate But what is the seed ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Saved For What? Series

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Aug 23, 2011
     | 5,983 views

    This series focuses on bringing our attention back to what living for Jesus is all about. This second one answers the question; Saved for What? People are always saying yes I am saved. But what are you saved for? Check out the message. You can view it at

    Saved for What? John 12:25-26 MSG "Listen carefully: Unless a grain of wheat is buried in the ground, dead to the world, it is never any more than a grain of wheat. But if it is buried, it sprouts and reproduces itself many times over. In the same way, anyone who holds on to life just as it is, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Accept Change As Good

    Contributed by Isaias Sanchez on May 27, 2008
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,587 views

    It’s not what happens to you in life that determines your future;it is how you respond to what happens that determines your future.

    Accept change as good When you give your life to God there is a transition happening. From your ways of doing things to God’s way of doing things! From Chaos to transition to destiny! Genesis 1:2 The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Holy Spirit Knows The Best Ways To Work With Each Leadership Style

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,264 views

    Dwight D. Eisenhower used to demonstrate the art of leadership in a simple but forceful way. He would place a single piece of string on a table and say, "Pull it, and it follows wherever you want it to go. But push it, and it goes nowhere."

    The Holy Spirit Knows the Best Ways to Work With Each Leadership Style "When He the Spirit of truth is come, He will guide you into all truth." (John 16:13) Illustration: Shepherd the flock of God . . . , not for dishonest gain but eagerly; nor as being lords over those entrusted to you. --1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "god's Designated Storehouse"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 11, 2021
     | 1,714 views

    A sermon for pledge Sunday.

    “God’s Designated Storehouse” Malachi 3:6-12 Although Mosaic Law remained in effect for 15 centuries, from the time of Moses to the time of Christ’s death at Calvary, the people often ignored, defied, or buried it. When their spiritual life was low, their giving fell off and when their ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Gregory Thomas avatar

    Iron Sharpens Iron

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Mar 14, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,909 views

    Shows our obligation to a healthy relationship

    “Iron Sharpens Iron” Proverbs 27: 17 As iron sharpens iron, So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend. This particular text expressly speaks of fundamentals on relationship; moreover, shows how people are redeemed and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bob Briggs avatar

    The Position Of Believers Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Sep 9, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,254 views

    We oftentimes forget what a powerful position Christ has placed Believers in and so we live spiritually poor.

    The Position of Believers Ephesians 1:1-10 Hetty Green was once known as America’s greatest miser. She ate cold oatmeal to save the cost of heating water. When her son injured his leg, Hetty took so long looking for a clinic to treat him for free that his leg had to be amputated because of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • DAN SANTIAGO avatar

    God-Centered Planning

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,617 views

    Every Christian must live his life according to God’s will.

    GOD-CENTERED PLANNING JAMES 4:13-17 BIG IDEA: Every Christian must live his life according to God’s will. INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION Dr. Auguste Nelaton, (Nelaton Catheter) the great French surgeon, once said that if he had four minutes in which to perform an operation on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Modeling Moms

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 5, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 16,641 views

    The home is where a woman provides the expressions of love for her husband and her children. The home is where she leads and guides and teaches and raises the godly generation. The home is where she is protected and secured from other men and potentially

    Opening illustration: A preacher tells how he was once entertained by a teacher and his wife who had two boys in their middle teens. He writes, "Im­mediately on entering, I felt the home atmosphere. They were evidently a fine Christian family. However, I noticed that the carpet in the living room ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Pell avatar

    E Pluribus Unum Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 28, 2009
     | 4,860 views

    To show the nature and diversity of Christ’s Church along with every person’s place within it.

    E PLURIBUS UNUM Matthew 12:46-50 (The fourth in a sermon series from Matthew 12 called “Words We Live By”)* Sermon Objective: To show the diversity of Christ’s Church & every person’s place within it. Supporting Scripture & documents: John 17:22-23; The Apostle’s Creed PREFACE We are finishing ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Glenn Robinson avatar

    The Importance Of A Parent's Words

    Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Oct 19, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,786 views

    This sermon encourages parents to use words that build up their children instead of tear them down.

    I) DO NOT LET ANY UNWHOLSOME TALK COME OUT OF YOUR MOUTHS, Words that tear down... A) Words of abuse : Parents who would never physically abuse their child may think nothing of verbal abuse. 1) Direct – name calling and put downs. Screaming tantrums, 2) Indirect - Sarcasm, teasing, harsh ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Casual Christianity

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 9, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 20,879 views

    A Casual Christian can be described as lukewarm. Casual Christians present a mixed worship, live a mixed lifestyle, and send a mixed message.

    CASUAL CHRISTIANITY Revelation 3:14-16 Introduction: George Barna has written a book entitled “The Seven Faith Tribes: Who They Are, What They Believe, and Why They Matter.” In that book Barna describes the seven tribes as Casual Christians, Captive Christians, Mormons, Jews, Pantheists, Muslims ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    Abiding In Christ

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 6, 2022
     | 3,911 views

    What does it mean to "Abide in the Vine?" Who/What is the Vine? What are the benefits of "Abiding in the Vine?" Let's Talk About It!

    Introduction: • Abide – to remain stable or fixed in state, conform to, continue in place, and accept without objection. – Merriam-Webster o What does it mean to "Abide in the Vine?" o Who/What is the Vine? o What are the benefits of "Abiding in the Vine?" • Let's Talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    When No Apology Is Forthcoming: What Do You Do? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 24, 2020
     | 3,816 views

    Today we are going to consider what we should do when an offender won’t own his sin and ask forgiveness.

    Note: In my 30-35 minutes allottted to preach, I only covered points I and II; I will take point III and make a separate sermon out of it (should be next in order). Audio available on sermon.net. This sermon is better understood in light of part one in this series, "Forgiveness ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    Twelve Ways To Be Transformed By The Renewing Of Our Mind Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on May 2, 2008
    based on 128 ratings
     | 173,354 views

    The Scriptures were not given for our information, but for our transformation. -D. L. Moody-

    Twelve Ways to Be Transformed by the Renewing of Our Mind - Rom. 12:1-3 Introduction: The Scriptures were not given for our information, but for our transformation. -D. L. Moody- 1. RESURRENDER - Renewal begins by offering up our whole body, soul, mind and spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist