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  • John McCurry avatar

    The Church At Smyrna Series

    Contributed by John Mccurry on Nov 28, 2007
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    Smyrna

    Friday, February 24, 2006 The Seven Churches Smyrna Rev 2. 8 – 11 The Church of Smyrna; This as reference to the Church age of 100 A.D. to a little over 300 A.D., which was also the time of great persecution in the Church. 1000’s if not millions were killed for there faith in Christ. The City ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "What Is Our Blessed Hope?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Dec 11, 2007
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    New believers have many misconceptions about what they should expect now that they are saved. This message message deals with two great questions: What our blessed hope is not. And what is "The Blessed Hope" of the Christian!

    Title: "What is Our Blessed Hope?" Introduction: What is the "Blessed hope" of the Christian? Many people entered into Christianity much in the same way that people enter into marriage. They have misconception. Marriage is not all honeymoon, fun, and bliss. Nor is Christianity! Using today’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    First Things First

    Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 21, 2007
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    Many times we fail to receive the Lord’s blessings because we put what we love before us rather than what the Lord wants.

    FIRST THINGS FIRST GENESIS 29:25-27 When morning came, there was Leah! So Jacob said to Laban, “what is this you have done to me? I served you for Rachel, didn’t I? Why have you deceived me?” Laban replied, “ It is not our custom here to give the younger daughter in marriage before the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How To Have Contentment With No Money Down

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 30, 2007
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    This is a sermon on how to find contentment regardless of the circumstances.

    Text: 1 Timothy 6:6-11 Title: How to find Contentment with no money down. Introduction “I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation …(Philippians 4:12b) How to be content in any and every situation is a secret most people never get to learn. According to our text, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Inner Stirrings

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Apr 11, 2007
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    When we have an encounter with the resurrected Lord, our hearts will be stirred.

    INTRODUCTION -There are moments in life when our hearts our stirred -When we hear a rousing version of “The Star Spangled Banner” (or some other piece of music) -When we watch an inspirational story made into a movie -When we read a touching novel -When we attend a wedding of two close ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Apostles Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 26, 2007
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     | 3,105 views

    being sent into the world to represent Jesus Christ

    Intro: some ministers use the title Apostle, which gives the thought of the apostolic ministry of the early church. Even though I don’t carry this title, I fully believe every Christian carries the ministry of apostleship. Apostle means one who is sent, and every believer is sent into this world to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    To Die Is Gain

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on May 27, 2007
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    A Funeral Sermon for a believer

    . Intro. Sam Cowan was Born Feb 26,1924, was taken Home to Heaven Sept 10. Sam Lived and worked for Jesus, Telling others about Jesus, Electrolux was just an excuse for the real visit. It was to tell them about Jesus. In our text today we see 5 things that we gain in death. 1. We Gain a Better ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Continuing In Revival

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 5, 2007
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     | 5,983 views

    What do we expect to happen after the revival services have ended? This is a follow-up message coming out of revival.

    CONTINUING IN REVIVAL Acts 3:1-26 INTRO: What do we expect to happen after the revival services have ended? Is it back to business as usual? or, do we expect God to continue to do some great things in our lives and our Church? For some, you are glad that the revival services have ended. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift Of Helpful Service Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
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    Spiritual Gifts Series - 8 of 13.

    THE GIFT OF HELPFUL SERVICE Romans 12:7 INTRO: Recently I came across this question, “Would you do for GOLD what you would do for GOD?” What does this mean? The answer is clear. If you’re not attending prayer services now, would you do so if you were paid for it? Would you witness for Christ more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgive Endlessly Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 26, 2006
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     | 3,775 views

    Forgiving endlessly is the doorway to spiritual breakthroughs, and may be the missing link in your search for spiritual power.

    “Forgive Endlessly” (Luke 17:1-10) Welcome to FFC’s 50-Day Adventure! And our journey begins with a close look inside the issue of forgiveness. In fact, I’ve come to believe that few things are as hard to do as forgive. Yes, forgiveness is probably the single, most difficult thing to do. But when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons From Peter's Life: Lesson 4: Peter Denies Jesus

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 11, 2008
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     | 15,263 views

    Sometimes the most effective way to learn is from the mistakes of others.

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Lessons From Peter’s Life Dr. Elmer L. Towns Lesson 4: Peter Denies Jesus February 10, 2008 A. INTRODUCTION:MATTHEW 26:33-35, 69-75 1. Jesus warned that some followers would deny Him. “Smite the shepherd, and the sheep . . . will flee” (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three "C's" Which Lead To Happiness

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Feb 14, 2008
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     | 4,996 views

    Condition of the Demonically Possessed man - before and after Jesus came to town

    Three “C’s” Which Lead to Happiness Mark 5:1-20 January 13, 2008 AM 2008 has already seen its share of trouble. In Alabama alone, churches have been torched and a family of children has been thrown off of one of the state’s tallest bridges – as a motive of revenge. Sin will encompass each one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divine Healing

    Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 1, 2008
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     | 7,808 views

    Divine healing for the whole man as an important part of the gospel. It is part of the good news which Jesus commissioned His disciples to proclaim.

    Divine Healing Intro.: Divine healing for the whole man as an important part of the gospel. It is part of the good news which Jesus commissioned His disciples to proclaim. Deliverance from sickness is provided for in the atonement, and is the privilege of all believers.” I. Healing is an Integral ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Goodwill Should Be Extended All Year Round

    Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Dec 23, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,011 views

    Proclaiming the message of Peace on Earth and goodwill to all mankind - the true meaning of the message.

    “Glory to God in the highest and on earth, peace and goodwill to all mankind.” Glory to God indeed, as this Christmas Eve we gather, in preparation, we wait in anticipation; we wait eagerly wondering what tomorrow morning will bring to us, our families and our friends. We have become a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Making Friends

    Contributed by Nche Takoh on Jan 29, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 9,544 views

    The cost of friendship is nothing compared to the cost of not loving, a life of empty loneliness.

    MAKING FRIENDS Introduction It is no doubt that everyone needs friends but when you are young, friends can have more Influence over how you dress, act, think, etc. than your parents do. It has generally been said “Show me your friend and I will tell you who you are”. If friends play such an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist