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  • Chris Hodges avatar

    There's Just Something About That Name Series

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,793 views

    To stress the importance of revering God.

    The 10 Commandments #3: There’s Just Something About That Name Text: Exodus 20:7 – “You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not leave him unpunished who takes His name in vain.” Thesis: To stress the importance of revering ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fruit Of Self-Control Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 10, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,555 views

    This is the 9th sermon in the series "Fruit Producers".

    Series: Fruit Producers [#9] FRUIT OF SELF-CONTROL Galatians 5:23 Introduction: Galatians 5:22-23 says, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control”. 1. This last fruit of the Spirit really is like a fruit cocktail. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Vitamin Of Service Series

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,066 views

    This is the seventh of a seven part series I preached at Wendesday night Prayer Meeting on Spiritual Growth and Fitness.

    Spiritual Growth and Fitness Serving Psalm 100:2 Intro: This is the last message in the Spiritual Growth and Fitness series. P – Prayer W – Word M – Meditation CA-Church Attendance F- Faith H – Confession of Sin There are three essential things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If You Don't Have Something Nice To Say. . . Come Sit Next To Me

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 6, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,808 views

    This sermon deals with those who like to complain and enjoy criticizing others. Unearths 5 things to deal with the critical problem of having a critical heart.

    Facing The Critical Problem Of Having A Critical Heart: 1. Choose your only legitimate option: speak to them, not about them. - v. 1 - “against” - Big Lie: “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all.” - when people believe this, it seems so impossible that they dismiss God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Serving Without Fear

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,951 views

    Often, we fear what we cannot see. Perhaps we are afraid to truly follow where God leads because we can’t see where we are going and are afraid. But God, in Christ has brought light into the world to illuminate our path and show us the way so that we ma

    Serve Without Fear – Luke 1: 67 - 79 Intro: Old cemetery surrounded by stone wall. A large pecan tree stood very close by the wall. – 2 boys went behind the wall to pick up nuts and sort them, “One for you; one for me.” - Another boy happens by the cemetery and overhears the sorting. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Undercover Christians

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jun 25, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,866 views

    Have you ever been a Christian in hiding? Have you ever failed your Lord in witnessing. Ever failed to stand up for what was right. If yes, then at that time you were an "Undercover Christian". Take heart your’e not the first.

    John 19:38-42 UNDERCOVER CHRISTIANS I. SOMETIMES THE GREATEST FOLLOWERS ARE THE LEAST NOTICED. (v. 38) A. Some followers are unknown, but not insignificant notice: 1. He honored Christ when everyone deserted Him. 2. He honored Christ when it was personally dangerous. 3. He honored ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Talent Development Series

    Contributed by Larry Pozza on Feb 13, 2007
     | 4,062 views

    Every believer has a unique role in the body of Christ.

    Talent Development “And everyone kept feeling a sense of awe, and many wonders and signs were taking place through the apostles” Acts 2:43 Every believer is given a spiritual gift by the Holy Spirit and that gift is to be used for the common good. Paul gives a clear vision for the body of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Can Turn Your Failures Into Victory Series

    Contributed by Glenn Arellano on Oct 7, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 14,007 views

    You don’t have to live a life of failure. That is God’s promise to those who have a personal relationship with Him in Jesus Christ.

    Life is like a battlefield. It is filled with wars that we must conquer. Not only we have to battle the wars around us, but we also have to overcome the battle within us. All of us desire to win over them. Thus, we pursue those things and give everything we have to those that can ensure us victory. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Promises

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Apr 6, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,455 views

    Misunderstandings are often very difficult to untangle, because one misunderstanding often leads to another. This is what had happened to Paul as he was forced to make a change of plans. In Paul’s initial itinerary, he had intended to go immediately from

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: C.S. Lewis in his biography tells of the suffering he endured because he kept a promise he had made to a buddy during World War I. This friend was worried about the care of his wife and small daughter if he should be killed in battle, so Lewis assured him that if that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Actions & Consequences Series

    Contributed by John Barr on Sep 13, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 7,383 views

    Overcoming obstacles that have defeated us in the past. Joshua had to help Isreal overcome Jericho in order to inhabit the promised land. Based on the book of same title authored by Gary Inrig. Sermon 2 in series

    ACTION & CONSEQUENCES Is it possible to fail while relying on God? Number 14: 20-24; 39-45 1) Actions Brings Consequences (vs. 39-40) a) Sin of Presumption (vs. 44) presumption means "overstepping bounds; taking liberties" Proverbs 19:21 "Many are the plans in a man’s heart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Why Does Belief Sometimes Come The Hard Way?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,133 views

    Why do some people only trust God when they experience terrible hardships? In this passage we are given insights into how a governor of Cyprus was brought to Christ the hard way. His path to faith is symbolic of so many people who seem to prefer to learn

    1. Why do some people only trust God when they experience terrible hardships? In this passage we are given insights into how a governor of Cyprus was brought to Christ the hard way. His path to faith is symbolic of so many people who seem to prefer to learn the most important lessons in life, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Receiving Correction

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jun 29, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 9,753 views

    Why is the church in America so immature? I believe it is because the church does not want accountability. No one wants to be corrected. We must learn how to receive a corrective word.

    Receiving A Corrective Word Matt 18:3-4  Free to offenses, free to serve, free to grow  Why is the church in America so immature?  Because the church does not want accountability.  No one wants to be corrected.  The church must learn how to receive a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Fire Of The Holy Ghost

    Contributed by Kris Young on Feb 15, 2001
    based on 209 ratings
     | 20,393 views

    The Baptism in the Holy Spirit is essential for the church of America today.

    Introduction: 1) Why do we need the Holy Spirit’s Baptism a. Boldness. b. Power. c. Closeness. I. The breathe of God a. Ezekiel 37. b. The breathe gives you life. II. The River of God. a. Ezekiel 47. b. Revelation 22. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dennis Clark avatar

    A World Shaker's Heart

    Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 23, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 2,444 views

    Characteristics of a Christian Leader

    “The World Shaker’s Heart” Acts 17:16 The Apostle Paul has been presented as the ultimate Christian Soldier (Veteran’s Day service, 2001). Today’s purpose is to use Paul to illustrate the ultimate Christian Leader. We are called by God to be followers of Him as dear a child we are also called to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Covenant Smuvenant

    Contributed by Johnny Bley on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,201 views

    A covenant is a serious agreement two parties enter into and they must not be taken lightly, especially the covenant we have with God.

    Covenant Smuvenant 2 Corinthians 3:4-18 Remember Daffy Duck—whenever he thought something was not important, he would say “smuvenant.” Have you ever just blown something off? You know, “it’s no big deal; it’s not really important.” Well, the covenant that God made with Abraham that was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist