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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    "The Heart Of The Wise Is In The House Of Mourning”

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 27, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,490 views

    The CERTAINTY of The CONSEQUENCES of The CONQUEROR Of

    Ecclesiastes 7:2-4 “The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning” Our nation has experienced great tragedy this week. September 9, 2001....who can or will forget it. More lives were lost on this one day than any other day in American history. In our text this morning Solomon advises ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Inscription Said

    Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Nov 14, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,287 views

    If our life is condensed into a few words upon a tombstone, what would it say?

    • In this life we live we are often remembered for the type of work we did, how we acted or even the amount of things and money we may have or have not had. • When looking back over ones life it is important to ask questions such as “Have I accomplished all that I could have?” “Have I treated ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Regrets

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Apr 14, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,960 views

    As Paul neared life’s end he wrote to Timothy a message of NO REGRETS. If your life was nearing the end today, could you say the same?

    From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA www.trumpetoftruthonline.org Have No Regrets II Timothy 4:6-8 Intro: The Apostle Paul writes to young Timothy as he looks out at the chopping block where the Roman guards will soon chop off his head and he says these words in this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Four Lies About Death Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,995 views

    A biblical response to common myths about life after death.

    Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What Happens When a Person Dies Series Four Lies About Death Hebrews 9:27-28 A book of children’s letters to God contains this entry: Dear God, what is it like when a person dies? Nobody will tell me. I just want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Four Certainties About The Future Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007
    based on 47 ratings
     | 10,494 views

    The story of the Rich Man and Lazarus illustrates some much needed insight into what the future holds for everyone who dies before Jesus comes.

    Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What Happens When A Person Dies? Four Certainties About the Future Luke 16:19-31 I’ve conducted lots of funerals through years. Most have been quite normal. A few have been a little different. But I never had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is Your Life? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 12, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
     | 13,802 views

    Since our life is just a mist that quickly vanishes, we must have a plan of action to maximize it and to be prepared to meet our maker.

    Introduction: A. One day a doctor called one of his patients into his office to deliver some very important news. 1. “I have received the results of your tests and I have some bad news and some good news.” 2. The patient was quiet for a moment, sensing the gravity of the announcement, “Let me have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Funeral Message For Gayle Pearson

    Contributed by James May on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 9,762 views

    Funeral message and graveside statements for a 54 year old man who had a heart attack.

    Funeral Message for Gayle Pearson September 19, 2006 We are here to honor the life of Lawrence Gayle Pearson. As I have listened to the eulogy and the letter written by his children, and I have spoken with some of the family members, I have come to know that Gayle was not always what he appeared ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When Life Is Over – Leaving A Legacy

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 23,228 views

    WHEN LIFE IS OVER – Leaving a Legacy Only the living can change how they will be remembered. If your life were to end today will you be happy with the way people remember you? What are you doing to insure that you leave a legacy that will carry on long

    WHEN LIFE IS OVER – Leaving a Legacy Psalm 1 INTRODUCTION: In January 2003 the Ohio State Buckeyes played for the National Championship. In his pre-game speech head coach Jim Tressel wanted to encourage his players to step up to another level. Tressel asked his players a very powerful question: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Better Off Dead? Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 3, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,074 views

    Chapter 4 focuses on two burdens, injustice and alienation, that aptly describe the distress of living without God. Without spiritual resources, life is pretty tough. Our options are to trust God or trust nothing.

    Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes “Better Off Dead?” chapter 4 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Chapter 4 focuses on two burdens, injustice and alienation, that aptly describe the distress of living without God. Without spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    When You Die, It Won't Be The End Of The World

    Contributed by Toby Powers on Mar 10, 2006
    based on 31 ratings
     | 5,985 views

    Death is a serious matter. Death is not the end for you or for your family. Set Thine House In Order. Thou Shalt Die, and Not Live.

    From The Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA When You Die It Won’t Be The End of the World II Kings 20:1-7 Intro: Hezekiah was warned of Isaiah that he was sick unto death and should set his house in order. Hezekiah prayed and God gave him 15 more years. This is a tremendous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funerals Better Than Parties Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 50 ratings
     | 19,844 views

    If we’re open, we can discover a lot from times of sorrow and loss.

    Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes “Funerals Better Than Parties”, 7:1-12 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts These may sound like dark words, but they contain profound wisdom. People often refuse to face death, and are reluctant to ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Am I Ready To Die Today?

    Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,118 views

    An Exposition of 1 Sam. 31

    Am I Ready to Die Today? 1 Sam. 31 Author H. B. London writes in his newsletter to pastors: More than 300 people were aboard Air France flight #358 when it came to a stop about 220 yards beyond the end of the runway in Toronto [this past] Tuesday {Aug. 2, 2005.] Miraculously, no one died in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Moore avatar

    Officer Down-Shots Fired

    Contributed by Larry Moore on Jan 20, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,651 views

    A message to people in a rural community in which the Sheriff, a lifetime resident, had just been shot to death while serving a warrant at a meth-lab.

    What Would Jesus Say About 1-20-2005? Romans 13:1-4 On Wednesday Morning 1-19-2005 Eureka and Greenwood County suffered a tragedy. A tragedy that maybe we don’t understand, or can’t understand. Matt Samuels, the Sheriff of Greenwood County was murdered. Like everyone else in Eureka, when I heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Is Your Expiration Date?

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 9, 2005
    based on 61 ratings
     | 48,546 views

    Psalm 90 teaches us that we all have an expiration date. How then show we live in light of the short time we have?

    What’s Your Expiration Date? Psalm 90 Pastor Jeff Williams 1-02-05 We all have an expiration date… Before I came on staff at Pontiac Bible Church, many of you know that I worked at Salem Children’s Home. Salem has been serving children in Livingston County for over one hundred years. Several ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Question About Eternity Series

    Contributed by Alan Tison on Jun 15, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,004 views

    Facing death is dificult, but Jesus helps us face death with confidecne by having an eteranl perspective. this is the second in a series questions Jesus asked

    Introduction: By all standards, death is the most dreaded event. Our society will pay any price to prolong life. Just one more month, or even another day; Someone has said in our early years we will spend our health to get wealth, but in our later years we spend our wealth to keep our health. Ben ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ