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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Thankful Sheep

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 19, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,718 views

    We should be thankful today because we have a Good Shepherd who provides for us in every way.

    Thankful Sheep Text: Psalm 23 Introduction 1. Illustration: A little boy offered up a Thanksgiving Day prayer for the family and prayed: "Dear God, this is Jimmy. Thank you for Thanksgiving and Christmas and all of the holidays. Thank you for the turkey and dressing and Mom and Dad and even for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Understanding The Times

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,731 views

    Overemphasis and ignorance of the end times will both lead to disaster; Christians must be wise about what is going on in this world, where things are going and what God has called us to now.

    Understanding the Times 1 Chr.12:32 - Tells us the men of Issachar, “understood the times and knew what Israel should do.” 
 Incorrect expectations result in dismay, failure, frustration, loss, fruitlesslness, etc. Not about doom and gloom but about correct Biblical perspective. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Four Triplets Of Duties Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 17, 2009
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     | 4,500 views

    This text shows us four triplets of duties that proceed from the wholehearted offering of ourselves to God.

    Scripture Today we continue our study in Romans 12. Let’s read Romans 12:13-21: 13Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. 14Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. 15Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. 16Live in harmony with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Struggling Even When The Good Times Roll Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,368 views

    July 1989: When we are prospering, we are tempted into the idolatry of me-ism and self-congratulation. This is an opportunity to do more for others and for the Kingdom, for God is the source of our bounty.

    About a year ago, toward the end of July, I placed one of these up here on the pulpit as the visible sermon for the day. Remember? Do you recall what we called that Sunday? Right: we called it "catch-up Sunday" …catch-up Sunday … and the idea was that if we were behind in our giving, if we as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    How To Dwell In Jesus’ Love Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 2, 2009
    based on 94 ratings
     | 27,353 views

    To be connected to the Vine means that the life of Jesus is flowing in us & through us, & this leads to fruitfulness. Fruitfulness will be the inevitable outcome of an inner spiritual life with Jesus.

    JOHN 15: 7-11 HOW TO ABIDE [DWELL] IN JESUS’ LOVE [John 8: 31-35] We have learned that fruit-bearing is a byproduct of abiding in Christ for as Jesus said, “Apart from Me you can do nothing” (15:5b). Having an inner relationship with Jesus (as a branch is nourished and strengthened by a vine), ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Jig Is Up

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 10, 2009
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    We own our own desires, actions and their outcomes... it is God’s will that our lives be characterized by good desires that lead to good deeds that benefit ourselves, bless others and please God.

    Title: The Jig Is Up Text: James 1:13-17 Thesis: We own our own desires, actions and outcomes… It is God’s will that our lives be characterized by good desires that lead us to do good deeds that benefit ourselves and others and please God. Introduction One of my favorite stories is The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Do I Experience The Spirit's Life? Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Aug 28, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,723 views

    Living ‘in the Spirit’ is the normal Christian life. In Galatians, a letter written to correct the love for religion over relationship, we are told that the Holy Spirit is God’s gift to all Believers.

    The question I would like to start us thinking about is: “HOW do I experience the life of the Spirit?” Let’s explore that idea this morning in this message which is titled.... Choosing to live IN the Spirit Living ‘in the Spirit’ is the normal Christian life. In Galatians, a letter written to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pictures Of The Meaning Of Christ's Coming

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 3, 2009
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     | 5,138 views

    There are many beautiful pictures of what the coming of Jesus Christ as Messiah to bring salvation really means.

    PICTURES OF THE MEANING OF CHRIST’S COMING Luke 1:57-80 Proposition: There are many beautiful pictures of what the coming of Jesus Christ as Messiah to bring salvation really means. Objective: My purpose is to help God’s children appreciate a fuller meaning of what Christ’s coming means to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Guilt Of Mankind

    Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Sep 4, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,626 views

    Outline of Romans Chapter One

    The Guilt of Mankind Romans One Scripture Reading: Rom. 1:18-32 Introduction: 1. The book of Romans gives every Christian the hope of Justification through faith. 2. Faith is the foundation of Christianity. 3. Paul understood that the world needed the Gospel because they were guilty of sin. I. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stand Firm Series

    Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,540 views

    The sentence structure in the Greek proves that often we place the emphasis on the wrong thing in this passage. The emphasis is not on the armor, but on standing. The armor is simply a tool that we are to use to carry out God’s command, "STAND."

    Text: Ephesians 6:10-20 Title: Stand Firm INTRODUCTION: Archibald Naismith tells us that at the Battle of Waterloo, when the fight became its worst, an officer galloped up to the Commander, the Duke of Wellington and said, "my Captain says we are being destroyed, we need reinforcements quickly." ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shaping The Clay Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,179 views

    For Memorial Day/Christian Legacy Sunday: We must not protect the vessel in which the Gospel is carried more than the Gospel itself. The Gospel is power; the vessel must be impervious to popularity, a good transporter. Legacy giving encouraged.

    I am not much of a gardener. The Scripture says that there is a time to plant and a time to pluck up what is planted, but I must tell you that I don’t know the difference. I pluck up only what I am told to pluck up, because I don’t know a weed from a willow. However, the mistress of our little ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    My Body And Me Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 3, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,382 views

    In this sermon we look at Paul’s arguments in 1 Corinthians 6 about the damaging effects of sexual sin. Then we discuss how to overcome sexual temptation and sin.

    Introduction: A. One Sunday morning, the preacher began his sermon by telling the congregation that he was going to say a series of words, and he wanted them to sing the song that came to mind when he said each word. 1. The first word he said was "rock" They immediately started singing "Rock of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are We Sparks, Flames, Or Fires? Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jun 5, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 19,752 views

    Refinement is a process. My word is like fire declares the Lord. Were are you at in your walk?

    Allan Kircher www.planttheseedministries.org April 15, 2008 Are WE SPARKS….FLAMES….OR FIRES This morning we will find out where we are in our walk in sanctification. Today we have a challenge, a challenge to be a consuming fire Christian of God in faith of our service to the Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Idolatry - Then And Now Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,708 views

    Paul gives a strong warning from Israel’s history about avoiding idols. Will we heed the warning?

    Introduction: A. I want to begin with a very helpful warning – Here are the top 10 things not to say to a police officer if he or she pulls you over. #10 – Was I speeding? Sorry, I can’t see anything without my glasses. #9 – Was I speeding? Sorry, I didn’t realize my radar detector wasn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • J JOHN avatar

    It's What You Are On The Inside: Shrek Series

    Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 17,025 views

    Shrek is directed by Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson, and is based on the children’s book by William Steig. This is an astonishing, delightful computer animation, and it’s no surprise that the film took five years to make.

    --note-- 2001, PDI/Dreamwork Director: Andrew Adamson & Vicky Jenson Starring: Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, John Lithgow - - - - - Shrek is directed by Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson, and is based on the children’s book by William Steig. This is an astonishing, delightful computer ...read more

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