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  • David Deborde avatar

    Identifying Icebergs: Finding And Fixing Areas Of Personal Weakness Series

    Contributed by David Deborde on Oct 17, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,817 views

    Ways to identify and correct areas of spiritual weakness.

    Identifying Icebergs: Finding and Fixing Areas of Spiritual Weakness "Examine yourselves to see if your faith is really genuine. Test yourselves. . ." - 2 Corinthians 13.5a (NLT) "Instead, let us test and examine our ways. Let us turn again in repentance to the Lord" - Lamentations 3.40 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Qualities Of A Real Daddy

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jun 14, 2003
    based on 106 ratings
     | 5,333 views

    The bible records a man named Jarius who displayed the qualities that every real daddy should exhibit.

    Introduction: In our text, a man name Jarius pleaded with Jesus on behalf of his daughter. Jarius was a man of position in the Jewish Synagogue. He did not allow his rank or position to supercede his love for his daughter or his need of Jesus. A man of high rank pleads publicly for his daughter. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rich Oppressors Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,105 views

    Warnings to those who use wealth in an oppressive manner.

    Rich Oppressors James 5:1-6 Today we are going to look cautions to rich oppressors. Now you may be saying, "but I’m not rich." That’s not a reason to tune out today, because all of us can fall into the category of an oppressor. The chapter begins with a warning to the rich oppressor. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Canada Day

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 15, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,413 views

    This sermon was delivered on Canada Day and gives some of our responsibilities as citizens.

    Canada Day July 1, 2001 According To Gallup Percentage of Americans who believe: that Elvis Presley is still alive 10% in reincarnation 30% in ghosts 39% that aliens have visited the earth in the last 100 years 53% that the US government is currently involved in cover-ups ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lost Sheep

    Contributed by Robert Laymance on Feb 21, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 4,770 views

    There are many Sheep out there today who have wandered away from the Fold. You and I as Preachers of the Gospel should cry loud and spare not the good news of safety, security, and the Shepherd who cares for us.

    Sheep have a Shepherd. Sheep have a Leader. Sheep need good grass and still waters to feed on. The Lord Jesus is and all they need to survive. The Prophet Isaiah said in chapter 53: ALL we LIKE SHEEP have gone astray. Peter said for ye were AS SHEEP going astry but are now returned unto the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgive Us Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,674 views

    Part 4 of 4 covering the teaching of Jesus in the Lord’s Prayer.

    THE LORD’S PRAYER Part 4 of 4 Wednesday, August 10, 2005 Matthew 6:12-13, “Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” What makes it so hard to forgive? 1. Pride 2. Earthly view of life (this is all there ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Andy Johnson avatar

    The Prize Set Before Us

    Contributed by Andy Johnson on Feb 17, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,055 views

    This sermon is for Christians to remember that they are to look at thier ultimate prize, Jesus.

    Look at the Prize Set Before Us James 5:7-12 Intro: Look up in the sky, it’s . . . (Looking back at the T.V. show Superman) I. Look Upward and Be Calm – Vs. 7 – Look up to the heavens A. Be Patient – The Greek word is makrothumeo and it means to wait patiently B. Be Calm - Wait until the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church Of Transition

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Jan 30, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,563 views

    From the regular to the radical

    THE CHURCH OF TRANSITION Joshua 1:1-9 Introduction: . The word transition means the passing from one condition, place, or activity to another. . From the lukewarm to the hot; from death to life . From the passive to the active. . From the talk to the walk; from lack to abundance . ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Road To A Miracle

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Mar 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,103 views

    determination of Blind Bartimaeus to receive his miracle from Jesus

    Intro: the story of healing of blind Bartimaeus is one of my favorites in all of scripture. There are so many encouragements for receiving from Jesus in this story. The Story is found in Mark 10:46-52. The Road To A Miracle I. He realized Jesus was the key to his miracle--v.47 When he heard that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    He Leadeth Me--He Maketh Me Series

    Contributed by W. Alderman on May 4, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,449 views

    This is a study showing the shepherd-sheep relationship.

    THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD "HE MAKETH ME – HE LEADETH ME" TEXT: Psalm 23:2 ; John 10:1-15 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: This second verse shows the difference ways that He teaches His sheep. Notice the contrasting nature in which He teaches ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing To Run Series

    Contributed by Robert Harmon on Jan 12, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,642 views

    A person don't just decide the day before a Marathon to run! They have to train, keep their focus, and not look back. The Christian has to have the same desire to train and RUN!

    Introduction Define Marathon: An endurance race that pushes a runner to their limits. READ I CORINTHIANS 9:24-27 I. Ready to Train (v.24-25) A. Some Christians view the Church as a spectator sport! We get comfortable and watch the show. B. Others believe God will train ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Lessons From The Friendship Of David & Jonathan

    Contributed by Damion Lowe on Jan 22, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 33,787 views

    One of the most amazing pictures in the Bible of friendship is that of Prince Jonathan and the shepherd boy turned career soldier, David of Bethlehem.

    “Lessons From The Friendship of David & Jonathan” Text: I Samuel 18:3-9 Intro: Quotes about Friends/Friendship “When we lose a friend-we die a little.” “Prosperity gives you friends, Problems reveal them.” “If you were another person, would you like to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying 'til We Pray

    Contributed by A. W. Tozer on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,296 views

    A classic message on persistent prayer by A. W. Tozer.

    Dr. Moody Stuart, a great praying man of a past generation, once drew up a set of rules to guide him in his prayers. Among these rules is this one: "Pray till you pray." The difference between praying till you quit and praying till you pray is illustrated by the American evangelist John Wesley Lee. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stepping Stones Of Faith

    Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 26, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,373 views

    This great invitation, that Jesus extends to everyone, has 3 powerful stepping stone for your faith.

    STEPPING STONES OF FAITH Text:Matthew 12:28 This great invitation, that Jesus extends to everyone, has 3 powerful stepping stone for you faith. 1. Come and receive salvation. John 12:46 “I have come as a light into the world, that whoever believes in Me should not abide in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Sell It All?

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 18, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,660 views

    The command to become poor for the Gospel’s sake is really a liberation to preach the Gospel.

    Tuesday of Second Week in Easter John 3 Today’s reading from Acts is a little scary. We always worry about the preaching of the Gospel, lest it impact on our lifestyle. It looks today as if Luke is telling us to sell our property and give it to the poor or to the community for the poor. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic