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  • Davon Huss avatar

    7 Habits Of Highly Ineffective People Part 1

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 18, 2014
     | 5,488 views

    I know this one has been done before but I couldn't find it in this way on this web site (Some material adapted from Craig Bostian at http://www.angelfire.com/sd/sermons/HABITS1.html)

    HoHum: There is the story of a woman who was a school teacher for 25 years. When she heard about a job that would mean a promotion, she applied for the position. However, someone who has been teaching for only one year was hired instead. She went to the principal and asked why. The principal ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wanted; A Few Troublemakers Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015
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     | 6,657 views

    I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

    “EBC Needs a Few Troublemakers” Acts 17:1-9 If you paid any attention to the sign, as you turned in this morning it may have shocked you. The title of the message is “EBC Needs a Few Troublemakers.” I know what you’re thinking, “Pastor, you’ve been in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does Church Really Matter? Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015
     | 7,535 views

    I realized the triumphal entry, the crucifixion and the resurrection will mean very little if anything at all until we answer this question.

    “Does Church really Matter? Acts 9:18-30” Today we begin looking for Easter and many will be preparing for egg hunts and the like. Sermons are preached today about the triumphal entry as Jesus made His way into Jerusalem. The crucifixion will be the topic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Inside The Mind

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Oct 11, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,476 views

    Spiritually, on the battlefield of Christ or in the world, subject to the flesh; a captive.

    Inside The Mind by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (10/11/2013) “For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    The Story Of The Man Born Blind- A Journey Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 9, 2018
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     | 15,673 views

    The man born blind will see his life change when he encounters Jesus!

    INTRODUCTION " SLIDE #1 " Have you ever thought that life had dealt you a bad hand? I mean it seems like you can never get ahead, that you have allowed your past to haunt you to this day? " When we feel like life has somehow cheated us, it is so easy to turn away and blame God for what has ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus- Delivering Freedom! Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 22, 2017
     | 7,622 views

    Jesus is the greatest deliverer of them all! Jesus delivers FREEDOM!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • In my view, one of the great deliveries in history is the gift the Founding Father’s gave to us when they defeated the British to give us the United States of America! • In the USA, we have enjoyed unprecedented freedom since the founding of our nation. • Washington, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Family Feuds - Pt. 3 - Duck Dynasty Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 31, 2017
     | 7,404 views

    Unfortunately, Family Feuds don’t only occur on a game show...they are a reality.

    Family Feuds Pt. 3 - Duck Dynasty I. Introduction Family Feuds equal good TV. Family Feuds equal terrible life. When Family Feuds slip over into real life they are very seldom laughing matters. Family Feuds create life long limps and open wounds. Wrong words, looks, actions from family have life ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Making Better Choices Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jun 8, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,771 views

    A comment my mother made frequently when we were kids with this: “a woman’s work is never done.” My mother worked in a doctor’s office all day, took care of our home and paid most of our bills on her own.

    “Making Better Choices” Luke 10:38-42 A comment my mother made frequently when we were kids with this: “a woman’s work is never done.” My mother worked in a doctor’s office all day, took care of our home and paid most of our bills on her own. So she had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Warning Signs Of Spiritual Bankruptcy

    Contributed by Michael Cariño on Nov 24, 2017
     | 13,541 views

    You can sense that you are experiencing spiritual bankruptcy when you can say the right words, gain the right knowledge, and do the right things with the wrong heart.

    Warning Signs of Spiritual Bankruptcy 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 Ptr. Michael Cariño The dictionary defines the word “bankrupt” as a state of financial ruin. It is linked to terms such as impoverished, insolvency, poverty, or financial failure. It is closely related to words like destitute, deficient, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pergamum: The Dangers Of Apathy And Accommodation Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013
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     | 6,770 views

    This is the fourth message in this series that looks at the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This message examines the letter to the church at Pergamum examining the dangers of apathy and accommodation.

    We cannot see Satan, but his presence brings with it the unmistakable marks of human suffering and moral perversion. The evidence of his presence is clearly visible: the presence of cults, radical Islamists, terrorism, the persecution of Christians in Iran and China. In fact we can trace it right ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Nevertheless Of His Coming Back Series

    Contributed by Steve Wilson on Mar 8, 2016
     | 5,040 views

    This is the fifth sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

    Introduction • Have you ever been in a courtroom? Certainly we all have through the aide of TV – Perry Mason, Judge Judy, and Court TV. • Many of us have actually served on a jury. If you have, did you take your work serious? • Anybody enjoy jury duty? Was it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Easter: The Uncomfortable Reality!

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Mar 23, 2016
     | 3,917 views

    The resurrection made the disciples afraid and ashamed at first, but Jesus gave them peace. Jesus rebuked them for doubting and that was a rebuke to all the world. Salvation or condemnation depends on believing that Jesus is risen.

    Easter: The Uncomfortable Reality! Kelly Durant 3-27-16 Mark 16: 14 Later He appeared to the eleven as they sat at the table; and He rebuked their unbelief and hardness of heart, because they did not believe those who had seen Him after He had risen. 15 And He said to them, “Go into all ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Pursuit Of Excellence: "Finishing Life Well"

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 27, 2016
     | 7,649 views

    Mediocrity is NOT an option!

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, April 17, 2016 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter The Pursuit of Excellence: “Finishing Life Well!” [Part Two] Philippians 3:12-21 My fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Seibing, was a real taskmaster! But as ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Release Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017
     | 9,292 views

    When we release what we have and who we are to Jesus, wonderful things happen.

    Release Luke 9:10-17 August 20, 2017 Action: We’re here. Background: All that we have, Jesus entrusted to us. Crisis: Our resources are not enough to meet the demand. Resolution: When we release what we have and who we are to Jesus, wonderful things happen. Consequence: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hidden Treasures (Mother) People

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 8, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,993 views

    We are blessed if we discuss the treasure hidden in our families and in people. Mothers must learn the value of investing in the children. Invest in people.

    HIDDEN TREASURES… (People) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: Matthew 13:45Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls: 46 Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it. The question is not how ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God