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  • Christopher Hill avatar

    The King Is Coming - Apattern For Radical Worship

    Contributed by Christopher Hill on Apr 2, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,263 views

    The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem shows us a pattern for radical worship that includes obedience, sacrifice, and praise.

    I couldn’t believe my eyes. Just days into the war with Iraq our American troops were knocking on Bagdad’s door and jubilant crowds packed the streets to cheer for Sadam Hussein. Sadam stood atop a vehicle with a rifle in hand shouting and stirring up the people who were apparently oblivious to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Sends Out The 12

    Contributed by Dale Miller on Jul 15, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 11,584 views

    This sermon deals with the sending out of the 12 disciples.

    MUB JULY 10, 2005 MARK 6;7-13 Calling the Twelve to him, he sent them out two by two and gave them authority over evil spirits. 8These were his instructions: "Take nothing for the journey except a staff—no bread, no bag, no money in your belts. 9Wear sandals but not an extra tunic. 10Whenever you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Weak Strong Man 10

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 20, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,898 views

    It is odd when you get to thinking about the Philistines and Samson. They knew his weakness but did not know what gave him great strength. His weakness of course was women.

    The weak strong man 10. Judges 16:4-21. 07/20/05 These last two studies in the life of Samson are dark scenes and a great warning of the danger in walking after the lust of the flesh. Samson’s disregard of the call of God in his life has led him down the street of dead end and no turning back. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Mouth And I

    Contributed by David Wilson on Sep 7, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,400 views

    A Bible Study which demonstrates that we ARE responsible for our speech because what we say comes from who we are! The purpose is to remind believers of the need to control their attitudes AND their speech!

    Grant Avenue Baptist Church 2215 Grant Avenue Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (310) 376-7890 Pastor David Wilson Pastor’s Cell Phone (310)213-4586 My Mouth and I I’m certain that you have had the sad experience of saying something and then immediately responding to your own words by saying, "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Youths Making Friends And Coping With Peer Pressure

    Contributed by Nche Takoh on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 46 ratings
     | 19,382 views

    A friend is someone we turn to when our spirits need lift. Are you such a one or trying to be one.

    YOUTHS MAKING FRIENDS AND COPING WITH PEER PRESSURE It is no doubt that everybody needs friends but when you are young, friends can have more influence over how you dress, act, and think than your parents do. It has generally been said “show me your friend and I will tell you who you are”. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Deal With Negativity Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 30, 2006
    based on 64 ratings
     | 33,285 views

    This sermon deals with negativity in the Christian’s life. There are three affects that negativity has on a person.

    How to Deal with Negativity This morning I want to talk with you about a destructive behavior that is not mentioned much in churches. I’m not going to talk about lying, stealing, or cheating. What I do want to talk about is negativity. The first scripture I’ll be looking at is Proverbs 10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Long Will You Wait

    Contributed by Michael Goodwin on Oct 30, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
     | 18,524 views

    Evangelistic Sermon from the Old Testament

    How Long Will You Wait? (2 Kings 7:3) 2 Kings 7:3 (ESV) 3Now there were four men who were lepers£ at the entrance to the gate. And they said to one another, “Why are we sitting here until we die? Introduction: Samaria had been besieged by the Syrian army. Famine had covered the land. Things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Actual Signs

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 8, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,928 views

    WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN?

    A. WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN? 1. Signs in nature, i.e., “There shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes” (Matt. 24:7). 2. Signs in society. Lawlessness, violence, sexual immorality, greed, selfish pursuit, pleasure seekers, rebellion, despair (II Tim. 3:1-4). 3. Signs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heart Problems ?

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jun 4, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,329 views

    The real problem with man is the heart. When we stop treating the symptom and instead treat the problem then real change can come.

    HEART PROBLEMS ? Proverbs 4 : 20-27 I. GETTING THE WORD (Proverbs 4:20-22) A. attend to my words; incline thine ear (v.20b) 1. Get away from distractions 2. Listen as your life depended on it; because it does B. Let them not depart from thine eyes (v.21a) C. keep them in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Yes Lord!

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003
    based on 130 ratings
     | 21,763 views

    This is my May devotional for my leadership team that examines the need for our obedience and faith to Christ’s calling.

    Yes Lord Matthew 9:27-31 Leadership Board Devotional May 13, 2003 Introduction John Newton had received from the Lord some almost unbelievable answers to his petitions, and so he often engaged in "large asking." In support of this practice he would frequently tell the story of a man who asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Heaven Rejoices Over Babylon's Destruction Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jul 9, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,515 views

    Week 40 in a study through the book of Revelation

    WEEK 40 Heaven Rejoices Over Babylon’s Destruction Date: June 4, 2003 Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Revelation 19:1-10 Introduction Chapter 19 turns the page which marks a drastic change in the tone of Revelation. Last week we studied the destruction of the city of Babylon; the capital of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gregg Strawbridge avatar

    You Shall Receive Power Series

    Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 9,662 views

    We must begin the exposition of Acts with a clear view of the authorship, date, theme and redemptive historical significance.

    Introduction: The Lectio Continuo If you came to church before the Reformation, you would have seen the transcendence of God in the architecture. You probably would have heard an uneducated priest "say" the mass in a language neither of you understood. The entire experience would have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Mercy-The Way To Happiness Series

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 19, 2003
    based on 42 ratings
     | 5,689 views

    John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had angered him and remarked, "I shall never forgive him!" Wesley answered, "Then I hope, sir, you never sin."

    Mercy-The Way to Happiness Text: "Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy" (Matt. 5:7). Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-7 Introduction John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Newton avatar

    "An Authentic Faith Community"

    Contributed by Ron Newton on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,323 views

    Real community is derived from a real faith in a real Savior.

    Introduction 1. Webster defines authentic, (1) that which can be believed or accepted; trustworthy; reliable. (2) that is in fact as represented; genuine; real. 2. How does one determine an authentic community of faith? ...or genuine? ... or real? a. We normally refer to a Church as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The New Testament Church; Its Memorial Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 4, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,218 views

    Biblical reasons for the frequent (weekly) observance of the Lord’s Supper.

    The New Testament Church; Its Memorial I Cor. 11: 17-26 INTRO.: One day while donating blood, a nurse asked me, "Does your church observe communion each Sunday?" When I told her "yes," she said, "I think every church should. I’m thinking of joining a Christian Church just for that reason." Thru ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ