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  • Larry Moyer avatar

    The Easiest Way To Miss Out On Heaven

    Contributed by Larry Moyer on Aug 5, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,456 views

    This message addresses common reasons unbelievers give of why they will not trust Christ. It also explores the difference between a "good reason" and an "excuse," and we find that most of these "good reasons" non-believers give are just "excuses."

    I am well aware that one of the problems people have with speakers like me is that they often wonder if they are actually real human beings. I once read of a little girl who was taken to church for the first time ever. The child was struck by the solemness of the occasion. And after several moments ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Want To Know Christ Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 23, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,554 views

    The introductory message to the series I want to know Jesus. A series designed to help us take Jesus out of the box of our current understanding so that He can become all that He really is in our lives.

    I Want To Know Christ Video – Who Is Jesus? Luke writes in the 9th chapter of his gospel; Once when Jesus was praying in private and his disciples were with him, he asked them, “Who do the crowds say I am?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, that one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Good Samaritan

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Mar 27, 2015
     | 17,338 views

    A simple sermon meant to challenge believers

    There are four ages of man: 1) when you believe in Santa Claus, 2) when you don’t believe in Santa Claus, 3) when you are Santa Claus, and then 4) when you look like Santa Claus. Ho, ho, ho! The good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 A man died and went to Heaven. Peter asked him, “Why should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Poor avatar

    Get Your "Stuff" Together Series

    Contributed by Jeff Poor on Apr 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,718 views

    Jesus never said you have to get your _______ (stuff) together and before you can follow Him. Rather He said come follow me and we will sort out your life as we go.

    Title: Get your “stuff” together Text: Eph 4:1-6 Date: 3/23/17 Bottom Line: Jesus never said get your _______ (stuff) together and then come follow me. Intro Good morning Real Life… We are kicking off a new series this week called Misquoted. There’s a lot of people going around quoting Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Scott Turansky avatar

    Joy Stealers – Philippians 3:1-6 Series

    Contributed by Scott Turansky on Apr 2, 2022
     | 2,484 views

    We learned about “joy stealers.” It’s a concept to which all of us can relate, since life is frequently full of circumstances that conspire to bring us down emotionally.

    You know, the biggest problem that parents report that their children have is not being able to handle disappointment well. How do I know that? Because I helped design what's called the Child Behavior Inventory. It's an inventory that measures nine different areas in a child's life that ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Derrick Thompson, Sr. avatar

    The Christian Race

    Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jul 11, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 10,024 views

    Lay aside every stumbling block that would hinder you from running the Christian race.

    July 11th, 2003 To the family, to all friends and love ones, we at The First Church of God in Harvey grieve with you in the passing of one whom we all dearly love, in the person of Bro. Rodney Casimere. Even though we all love Bro. Casimere, there is someone who loves him more, and because of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    House On The Rock

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 3, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 6,279 views

    Some reflections on the Wise and Foolish Builders

    The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders Mt. 7:24-29 Quiz: When I was at school, we had a master called Mr. Pilgrim and he used to ask “Mars Bar” questions. If you got the answer right – you got a Mars Bar So I have a “Mars Bar” question: Can you guess what this building is? 1. It has ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    The Time Has Come...to Pray Series

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Sep 28, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,962 views

    1. The Time Has Come (for Jesus) to Pray 2. The Time Has Come (for us) to Pray

    September 24, 2003 Title: The Time Has Come to Pray Text: John 17:1 Introduction 1. A year ago last summer, we had small groups meeting in different locations. A. My small group met here in the Fellowship Hall and we did an intensive study of the Lord’s Prayer found in Matthew 6, right ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Characteristics Of A Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 14, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 17,513 views

    Characteristics of a Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40

    Characteristics of a Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40 Illustration:(Immaturity) Sat Apr 13, 8:22 AM ET TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla. (Reuters) - An 8-year-old Florida boy drove himself to school in a stolen car after missing the school bus, police said this week. The youngster was caught when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Nate Barbour avatar

    Lucky Charms

    Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,434 views

    Learn the truth about luck in this St. Patrick’s Day message.

    Lucky Charms The Truth About Luck 3/17/04 I. Introduction Lucky Charms Not So Lucky New Study Casts Doubt On Cereal Claim A controversial new report released last week has thrown the breakfast community into chaos. Last Thursday in Waterloo, the Foundation For Money-Wasting Studies unveiled the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Walked What He Talked Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 26, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,766 views

    What should be so very evident here is the magnitude of Christ’s love for us! The event of Palm Sunday, as well as those leading up to this Triumphal Entry serve to remind us that Jesus loved us enough to guard and protect us, to walk before us, and to e

    OUR ROAD TO VICTORY IN CHRIST Jesus Walked What He Talked John 10:10-14;12:12,30-36,42-43 INTRODUCTION: The times are rare when people today say what they mean, then mean what they say, and finally act on what they mean. Here in the gospel of John, as Jesus walks into Jerusalem on what we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian B avatar

    Lost And Found #3 Series

    Contributed by Brian B on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,514 views

    This is #3 of 3 in the parables of the lost coin and the lost sheep this sermon tells of the celebration that takes place when the lost is found!

    Segment 3 Please take a moment to place your vote. If you have an idea for an improvement, I am very teachable. My e-Mail is pastorbrian@greenrivernazarene.com Daniel Boone explored the great wilderness of Tennessee and Kentucky. It was Boone who marked the Wilderness Road that brought settlers ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Zingale avatar

    New Self

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,310 views

    A sermon for the 1st Sunday in Advent

    First Sunday in Advent Matthew 24:36-44 "New Self" ""But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only. As were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    End Times

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 25, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 13,611 views

    So how should we live in the End Times?

    NR 28-11-04 How should we live in the End Times Therefore keep watch because you do not know on what day your Lord will come (Mt 24:42) Story: In the late 19th Century in America, there was a wave of enthusiasm for prophecies predicting the actual date for ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Going For More In 2004

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 30, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 2,317 views

    This sermon addresses the costs and potential of investing more in the Kingdom for the new year. It is not year specific and addresses basic costs of powerful investment.

    Going For More in 2004 Colossians 1: 1-14 Let me ask you a question. How many of you believe today that Hughesville Friends Church has maxed out. We are just doing everything that can be done to fulfill the great commission of Christ. We have accomplished our mission and vision ¡V and now it¡¦s ...read more

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