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  • James Snyder avatar

    The Wilderness Syndrome

    Contributed by James Snyder on Jan 31, 2017
     | 8,365 views

    Our wilderness experience is a testimony of our divine companionship. In fact, it proves the reality of this companionship.

    Song of Solomon 8:4-14 Some people think they have arrived when in fact they have only just begun their journey. An Olympian athlete will spend years preparing and training for an event at the Olympics. That event may only take a few moments and then it is over. In some regards, it does not seem ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Road Less Traveled

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 12, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,661 views

    There were 2 ways from Egypt to Canaan: 1 straight & smooth direct to Canaan taking 4 or 5 days; the other was a crooked, winding, dry & difficult passage through the wilderness and that was the way God chose. Why?

    THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED Ex. 13:17-22 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There have been a lot of changes since I was in college. Computers have advanced incredibly. 2. One Boomer, Cyndy Hinds, was trying to explain to her five-year-old daughter how much computers had changed in her lifetime. 3. “Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Staking Your Claim

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on May 21, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,741 views

    In the burial of Sarah, we see Abraham staking his claim to God's promises

    STAKING YOUR CLAIM Genesis 23:1-20 (NLT) for audio, video of this sermon, thecreekmonroe.com Intro: How many have been following our Atlanta Braves baseball team this year? Not doing so well are we? They fired the manager Freddie Gonzales this week. The news said he found out about from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pride And Promiscuity

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 12, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,767 views

    Jesus contrasts a prideful Pharisee and a formerly promiscuous sinner desperate for grace. One is changed forever and one is unchanged. The difference: pride vs. humility. We all are in need of a Savior. Sadly, some don't realize it until it is too late.

    Luke 7:36-50 Pride and Promiscuity The sermon title for today’s story is in honor of my wife, who first introduced me to Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice,” a classic tale of two strong-willed and misunderstood personalities coming together in romantic love. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Racing Is Life

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Aug 9, 2016
     | 5,825 views

    The Bible uses many sports related images. In this classic text, the writer to the Hebrews explores the image of a race to reflect upon the nature of a disciple's life.

    I am a sports fan, and the big news for me most recently is that the New Orleans Saints opened training camp on July 28th, about ten days ago, and they’re first pre-season game is only a mere thirteen days away. Not only that, but I know the local high schools are gearing up for the new ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Speak Life / Taming The Tongue

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Sep 7, 2015
    based on 48 ratings
     | 38,440 views

    Abraham Lincoln said, "It is better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt." Beloved, you can speak life or death. Tame the tongue...and speak life.

    One of the winter events.... that I often did as a Youth Group leader .....at Saint Andrew ....in Mentor Ohio ....was a snowball toss . You would pick a partner ....and start ....about 3 feet apart. You would throw... or toss the snowball ....to your partner. If they caught the snowball ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Golgotha Series

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 27, 2016
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     | 16,257 views

    Golgotha and Calvary are in fact the same place, they are inseparable. Neither can we separate the ugliness of the cross from the glory of the cross.

    INTRO: 1. In taking a fresh look at what the bible says about the events surrounding the cross, I made an interesting discovery. 2. Three out of the four gospel accounts refer to the place that Jesus was crucified in the Hebrew tongue as “Golgotha.” a. Only in one account and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Isaiah 5 A Worthless Harvest Series

    Contributed by Chuck Musselwhite on Feb 29, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,598 views

    Be Careful of calling evil good and good evil.

    Isaiah 5 A Worthless Harvest Chose to be Wild vs. 1-7 6 Warnings vs. 8-23 Two Choices vs. 24-30 Intro: When we get into this time of year, just before the leaves start to change, something cool happens If you don’t know it it is grape harvest season If you drive down La Purisma Rd or Hwy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Unshakable Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Danny Davis on Jan 30, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,009 views

    We have seen how God brings us into kingdom that cannot be stopped. We are guided in that kingdom by the unconditional love of God making us free to pursue peace & holiness. In this message, Pastor Danny reminds us of God's great kingdom.

    (ME) Good morning Odessa First – FIRST TIME VISITORS – Intro myself – thankfulness at their being with us. Over the last few weeks we have been focusing in on Hebrews 12 and talking about the UNSHAKEABLE Kingdom of God and how we can be a part of it. We have discovered that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God's Harvest Feast Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Nov 9, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 18,540 views

    Re-examining the Harvest Feast (Feast of Weeks, Pentecost)and it’s continued importance to us today and our stewardship.

    GOD’S HARVEST FEAST Series: First Fruits, Fresh Spirit Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, Sun. November 9, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: We often think of this time of the year as the “Harvest Season.” In reality, most harvests are long completed, but it is the time we traditionally count ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    High Rollers Series

    Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,360 views

    A look at the classic Paschal’s Wager using Moses as the ultimate example.

    Scene Setup: Will Turner is aboard The Flying Dutchman -- the ghostly vessel of Davy Jones -- on a mission to steal a key to a mysterious chest. The only problem is that he has no idea where to look. He comes upon some of the ship’s crew playing a dicing game. Roll Pirates of the Caribbean ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    What Adam Did To The Human Race Is Reversible Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,657 views

    So what happened with Adam and Eve in the Garden?

    1. Imagine a time when sin doesn’t exist. Wouldn’t that be great! • A time really, of perfection and beauty. • No sin. No sinful nature directing to sin. No flesh/spirit struggle. • Everything is just perfect, exactly as it was meant to be! • Immediately we think forward don’t we? 1 John 3:1-2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Do I Do With My Past? Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,030 views

    In Christ my sin has been judged – past, present, future!

    1. What a RELIEF. We are not condemned IN CHRIST! • That’s a great place to be isn’t it? IN CHRIST! Where… Romans 3:24 – We’ve been justified freely. Romans 6:11 – I am dead to sin! It doesn’t have the same strength or power over my life any more! Romans 6:23 – I have eternal life in Christ, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Making The Rest Of Your Life The Best Of Your Life

    Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 28,705 views

    Now whether you are young or old, six or sixty, healthy and wealthy, or puny and poor, you can make the rest of your life the best of your life.

    Acts 2:1-4 (A great start) There is an old saying that, "You are never too old to learn." Sure enough, this is one lesson that you're never too old to learn: "So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.”(Psa. 90:12) Now, what that means is this: "Teach us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Framed - Pt. 1 - Mind Games Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 1, 2012
    based on 11 ratings
     | 13,397 views

    You are shaped by these forces. They determine your outlook, actions, and habits. Are you framed correctly?

    Framed Pt. 1 – Mind Games There are many influences that have bearing on who you are. Your environment. Your education. The region in which you were raised. However, I believe that when it comes to defining you and determining the type of individual you will be there are a couple of factors ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal