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  • Christopher Clarke avatar

    Create Sanctuary

    Contributed by Christopher Clarke on Feb 5, 2011
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     | 4,438 views

    How can we create sanctuary for those around us.

    Create Sanctuary 26 He also said, “This is what the kingdom of God is like. A man scatters seed on the ground. 27 Night and day, whether he sleeps or gets up, the seed sprouts and grows, though he does not know how. 28 All by itself the soil produces grain—first the stalk, then the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Writer & Readers Of James Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 13, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,980 views

    An introductory message to a study of the book of James.

    JAMES 1:1 THE WRITER AND READERS OF JAMES [Hebrews 5:11-14] The book of James belongs to the wisdom literature of the Bible. This sort of literature was common to the writings of the Old Testament but James is the only book of this genre or type in the New Testament. Wisdom literature is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wardrobe For Living With People Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jul 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,252 views

    July 19, 09 The virtues we must "put on" as Christians.

    Jesus and Toxic People July 19, 2009 Wardrobe for living with people Colossians 3:12-17 (NLT) 12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. 13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "Is Christianity Hard To Swallow?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 31, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,507 views

    Will we take the easy way or the hard way?

    John 6:35-37, 53-71 “Is Christianity Hard to Swallow?” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN In our Scripture lesson for this morning we see the first instance—as it pertains to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith—of the revolving door!!! By this time lots of people were ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Ruth Reaping (In The Field) Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,658 views

    God directs our paths and turns our trials into blessings; He works behind the scenes in Ruth chapter two. Ruth doesn't despair but gets to work.

    The tragic atmosphere of Ruth chapter one changes dramatically in chapter two. In the opening verses we see Ruth undaunted by her plight. She could have chosen Naomi’s despair and bitterness, but instead she looks to God’s provision as she heads for the fields. Ruth wasn’t a ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Power Of The Word: Stand Firm

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,278 views

    We are shown the power of the Word in Paul’s description of the armor of God.

    The Power of the Word: Stand Firm 08/03/08 PM Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Text: Ephesians 6:10-17 Introduction For the past few weeks we have been exploring the Word of God through the Word of God. We have learned that all scripture is inspired from God and we have learned the use of scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faithful Living

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 1, 2010
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     | 5,640 views

    Faithful living requires believers to give up whatever hinders their relationship with God, to lay aside sin, and to run with endurance.

    Faithful Living 10/05/08 PM Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 INTRODUCTION The need for a faith that endures Hebrews 6:11-12 “And we desire that each one of you show the same diligence so as to realize the full assurance of hope until the end, so that you will not be sluggish, but imitators of those who through ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    This Could Be The Start Of Something Big: Think Small, Grow Big Series

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Mar 24, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,179 views

    What would happen if you just added a “+” to your life? The “+” for Spiritual Leadership = “-“!

    This Could Be the Start of Something Big: Think Small, Grow Big I Peter 5:2-6 1 Peter 5:2-6 2 Be shepherds of God's flock that is under your care, serving as overseers— not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Jesus Is Worthy Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 3, 2010
     | 4,877 views

    Christmas reminds us of Jesus. Why is He so special? This message is part 1 of 3.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Can you believe that it is almost Christmas time! Where did the year go? • I love Christmas time; it is a wonderful time of the year for many reasons. • We get to celebrate the birth of Jesus, we get to spend time with family, and we get to give and receive gifts! • A big ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Suit Up! (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,254 views

    Every believer is called to be engagedas Christian soldiers. No soldier would go into battle without his equipment. It’s time we suit up with God’s armor!

    Suit Up – Part 1 Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: We have discussed the fact that every believer is called to be engaged as we are confronted with the spiritual war that is being waged about us. No soldier would be foolish enough to go into battle without making sure that he was properly prepared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church - The Body Of Christ

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 18, 2009
     | 7,383 views

    Compares the church to the Body of Christ

    THE CHURCH - THE BODY OF CHRIST 1 Corinthians 12:12-26 SEPTEMBER 21, 2008 One of the most vivid word pictures of the New Testament is the Apostle Paul’s description of the Church as the Body of Christ. The human body is something everyone is familiar with. And it plays such an important role in ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Don't Quit On Me Series

    Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Sep 1, 2008
     | 8,549 views

    God set a journey before us and it is not an easy one, but it is worthwhile one because God is there with us.

    TOPIC: DON’T QUIT ON ME! Text: James 5:7-12 Introduction: (Show Facing Your Giant Clips) (ILL. Finish It – The life of a Christian can be described in one of four ways: as a journey, as a battle, as a pilgrimage, and as a race. Select your own metaphor, but the necessity to finish is always ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lord Send The Rain - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Charles Hines on Dec 29, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,894 views

    When God allows Rain in our lives, it is always for a reason, a season, and for growth.

    Lord send the Rain! Deuteronomy 11:13-17 As Christians we expect to have trials and tribulations, to go through periods of suffering, and have our faith put on trial. But we also know that God will bring us through it. As the cliché goes, if He brings you to it, then He will bring you through it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    A Call To Holy Living Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,044 views

    The WAY we live reflects the GOD we serve!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: August 4, 2007 Date Preached: August 5, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: A Call to Holy Living Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:13 - 16 13Therefore, prepare your minds for action, keep sober in spirit, fix ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thinking Outside The Crib Series

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 29, 2008
     | 3,698 views

    Fourth in a series of sermons developed around and following the Magnificat (Luke 1)

    Thinking Outside the Crib Luke 2:4-7 INTRODUCTION: What was God thinking? Why did God choose the time and place He did for the birth of his son, the savior of the world? To quote Victor Hugo in Les Miserables, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” What he said about eighteenth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist