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  • Brian Bill avatar

    Putting Others First Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 20, 2009
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     | 35,615 views

    5 Ministry Maxims from Romans 12:9-10.

    Putting Others First Romans 12:9-10 Rev. Brian Bill 9/20/09 I really appreciated Pastor Dick preaching last week when I felt too weak to do so. I liked everything he said with the exception of his opening illustration in which he made a crack about the Pack. I’m showing incredible restraint by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rest For The Weary Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 2, 2009
     | 7,815 views

    1) Ruth submitted to Boaz 2) Ruth listened to Boaz 3) Ruth received gifts from Boaz & 4) Ruth waited for Boaz to work

    How has your sleep been this summer? Are you a light or heavy sleeper? With the cooler temperatures this summer it has meant no air conditioning but unlike other cooler times of year, most nights it means sleeping with the windows open. Naturally when the windows are open you hear everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Five Stones For Victory

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 6, 2009
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     | 9,401 views

    david and the palistines

    By any earthy standard, the outcome of this battle would be "sure thing." However, when God enters the picture the entire outcome becomes quite different because of faith. It is interesting that David chose five smooth stones from the brook when only one was needed. Why did David do this? There is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Body Language Series

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 11, 2009
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     | 5,720 views

    The Bible speaks of the church as the Body of Christ for a reason, but most believers fail to celebrate their unique place in the body.

    The ancient Romans had an aphorism that went “Mens sana in corpore sanos.” It means, “A healthy mind in a healthy body.” The ancients were quite correct that the two go together. The mind directs the body. It may do it on a subconscious or even unconscious level, but without signals from the brain, ...read more

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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    The Boaz Generation Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 16, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,593 views

    1) The Salutation (Ruth 4:11-12) 2) The Son (Ruth 4:13-17) & 3) the Summary (Ruth 4:18-22).

    Weddings are a fascinating custom. With my wife owning a flower shop we know all about weddings. Center pieces, corsages, bouquets, and decorations mean a lot of work and expense. With hall rentals, food, drink, tuxedo, gowns, relatives and gifts, a wedding is probably the most elaborate event any ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Peter - The Apostle

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 3, 2010
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     | 7,011 views

    This is a first person sermon given as Peter the apostle

    Peter The Apostle - Set decorated with netting – fishing equipment, rope - Starts off with Peter sitting and mending nets – the sound of surf and sea gulls in the background INTRODUCTION Greetings. Please excuse me as I finish these last few knots. Seems that no matter how many times I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Five Stones For Victory

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jun 2, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
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    Putting on the armor of God

    By any earthy standard, the outcome of this battle would be "sure thing." However, when God enters the picture the entire outcome becomes quite different because of faith. It is interesting that David chose five smooth stones from the brook when only one was needed. Why did David do this? There is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Breaking Out Of A Slump Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 14, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 10,220 views

    In this message I will share what God taught me in the midst of a recent slump, if you are in one I pray it helps. It helped alot of people at Central (I Am Jesus 22).

    Breaking Out Of A Slump I Am Jesus – part 22 HEY – are there any sports fan out there? OKAY – on a count of three just shout out your favorite sport…. NOW – my favorite sport to watch is the NFL. AND – let me tell you, I can’t wait for the season to kick off again. This year Anthony & I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fly High - Acts Part 17 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 1, 2006
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     | 3,722 views

    Acts chapter 19 focuses us on the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit and of making sure that we use the name of the Lord in the right manner. The truth is without the right relationship with Jesus we cannot invoke His name

    “Fly High!” - Acts part 17 On the lighter side of life: Proverbs 15:13 “A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit.” If you need a laugh, then read through these Children’s Science Exam Answers. Q: Name the four seasons. A: Salt, pepper, mustard and vinegar. Q: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Blind From Birth"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 27, 2010
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     | 5,241 views

    There are those who know they are blind and receive Christ's healing, and those who think they see and therefore remain blind. Of which group are you?

    “As He passed by, He saw a man blind from birth. 2 And His disciples asked Him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he would be born blind?” 3 Jesus answered, “It was neither that this man sinned, nor his parents; but it was so that the works of God might ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    A New Beginning-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 3, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,377 views

    1 of 2. Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus yielded the essentials of being born again. What is essential to a new beginning? 6 concessions essential to a new beginning are...

    A NEW BEGINNING-I—John 3:1-21 Attention: New Years Day is about the beginning of something new. It is a harbinger of a time filled with potential... Of possibly doing things differently & better—particularly if last year was a difficult one. It is also the start of an extension of last year’s joys ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tried And Tested Series

    Contributed by Pastor Gbenga Shadare on Oct 1, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 27,644 views

    Tests are daunting and we all hate them. We feel terribly anxious about them. We are terrified, petrified and apprehensive whenever we are called to observe or undertake a test. We are never at our best when tests are involved. Sometimes we become indiffe

    Tried and Tested by Pastor Gbenga Shadare Introduction We have a major confrontation, a lifetime challenge that as believers and God's people, we must deal with as long as we are Christians. Believers are not guaranteed a rose garden or a peace haven. We are not promised a pain-less, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    The Body Is The Lord’s Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 9, 2011
     | 4,204 views

    Sexual sin: 1) Is harmful to everyone involved (1 Corinthians 6:12a); 2) It gains control over those who indulge in it (1 Corinthians 6:12b); and 3) It perverts God’s purpose for the body (1 Corinthians 6:13-20).

    This past week has given the world a preview of the demise of the entertainment industry. Charlie Sheen and Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi, as one commentator said, stood on its coffin and hammered in nails, one in Detroit (where Mr. Sheen was booed off the stage) and the other at Rutgers University ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Adrian Rogers avatar

    How To Understand The Bible

    Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Apr 26, 2011
    based on 20 ratings
     | 28,457 views

    A classic sermon by Dr. Adrian Rogers providing guidance on Bible study and not just reading but receiving the Word of God.

    Take God's Word and turn to James chapter one would you please. And in a moment we're going to begin reading in verse twenty one. James one twenty one. You will never be a growing Christian without a knowledge of the Word of God. May that sink in. You will never be a growing Christian without a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Hugh W. Davidson avatar

    The Cost Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 11, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 16,035 views

    Christianity isn’t a place where people can laze around until the day they die and then slink into heaven. We’re either serious now or we aren’t serious at all.

    The cost of discipleship Luke 14:25-35 God was talking with Adam and He said, “You really need a helper, don’t you?” And Adam answered, “Yeah, I really do.” So God said, “What if I make a woman? She’ll be perfect for you. She’ll be beautiful. She’ll rub your back ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist