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  • Tim Stutler avatar

    Out Of This World Investments

    Contributed by Tim Stutler on Mar 27, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,703 views

    Why should we invest in the Kingdom of God? Paul tells us because the returns are not only out of this world...they are guaranteed.

    “Out of This World Investments” Colossians 3:1-4 Introduction: The resurrection of Jesus Christ changes everything about how we should view the world. That event brought about an entirely new reality, a whole new realm of possibility for those “in Christ.” That Sunday morning saw Christ defeat ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Taming Temptation

    Contributed by Erik Estep on May 18, 2004
    based on 77 ratings
     | 7,658 views

    It’s important to know the fact about temptation, because the more you know the easier it is for you to be prepared to deal with it.

    “Taming Temptation” 1 Corinthians 10: 13 May 16, 2004 Intro: I love to watch baseball and one of the best baseball books is George F. Will’s book, Men at Work. In the book Will takes a close look at four baseball players. One of the players he wrote about was Orel Hershiser, who pitched the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Destination Disease

    Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Mar 8, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,265 views

    Destination Disease says, "I can’t be happy right now because..." But Happiness is a CHOICE according to God’s Word.

    Destination Disease Text: Philippians 4:12-13 (Powerpoint Slides Available- email me tommyjackson@mac.com) I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unforgettable You

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jan 25, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 17,311 views

    Isaiah uses four word pictures to show us that we ought to trust God because of what he’s like.

    UNFORGETTABLE YOU Isaac Butterworth Isaiah 49:15-18 (NRSV) 15/ Can a woman forget her nursing child, or show no compassion for the child of her womb? Even these may forget, yet I will not forget you. 16/ See, I have inscribed you on the palms of my hands; your walls are continually before me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Wise Fool

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,919 views

    We need to guard our hearts. Look at what happened to the wisest man in the world because his heart was turned away..

    Everyone knows the story in the New Testament of the wise and foolish men. The Wise man built his house upon the rock. The Foolish man built his house upon the sand. Do you know that there is a story in the Old Testament about a wise fool? 1 Kings 11:1- 14 No man began with more promise than ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There Is Power In Preaching

    Contributed by James Chandler on Feb 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,156 views

    Solid biblical preaching is desperately needed in our world today. Why a sermon about preaching? Because there is great power in preaching!

    There is Power in preaching 2 Timothy 4:1-8 1. There is power in preaching because preaching is important to God: It was important to God in the Old Testament: Prophets sent to preach God’s will. Prophets brought the “Word of the Lord” to people. Prophets declared God’s righteous judgment on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fellowship: What Is It? Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Mar 12, 2008
     | 3,894 views

    It’s time to fully understand and then enjoy the companionship of your church family, because we were never meant to be alone!

    TEXT: Various TITLE: The Playing Church, part 1 TOPIC: The Church of Fellowship OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, March 2nd, 2008 PROP.: It’s time to fully enjoy the companionship of your church family, because we were never meant to be alone! INTRODUCTION: Good morning! At this time, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Remembering 9/11

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 3, 2011
    based on 29 ratings
     | 27,848 views

    In this message, I want us to look back, to look around, and to look up, because looking up is our only hope.

    INTRO.- WHO SAID THESE WORDS? “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair.” II Corinthians 4:8 ILL.- (From a news release by DeMoss News) In a summer filled with superhero movies, Americans are confusing Captain America’s messages of triumph with quotes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Black Regiment Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 19, 2011
    based on 125 ratings
     | 29,548 views

    When America won its freedom it did so - in part - because it had a secret weapon that even the King of England feared.

    OPEN: 1776. That was the year the Declaration of Independence was signed. But did signing that declaration actually make America a free and independent nation? No. There was still a long, and costly conflict that needed to fought with THE superpower of the day. • America only had rag tag ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Growing Into God's Calling

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 5, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,863 views

    We may miss the call of God because we are offended by what we are called to do or just are not listening or paying attention.

    Mark 7: 24 – 37 / Growing Into God’s Calling Intro: A Christian couple decided they wanted to get a dog. As they were walking down the street they noticed a sign in the pet shop advertising “Christian puppies.” --- “How do you know they are Christian puppies?” --- “Watch!” --- “Fetch the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Supercharged

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,332 views

    A renewed mind finds energy in working because it discerns God’s will, thinks in terms of service, and focuses on the meaning of the Cross.

    In 1960, John Kennedy was running for the presidency, and was campaigning near a coal mine in West Virginia. One of the miners put a series of questions to Kennedy: "Is it true that your father is one of the wealthiest men in the world?" Kennedy admitted that this was true. "Well, then, is it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Time For Hope - Christmas Eve 2009

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 26, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 25,129 views

    We have hope for life now and for life eternal because of God sending His Son and working out His plan.

    A Time for Hope Advent Conspiracy – Christmas Eve 12/24/2009 Introduction It’s a Wonderful Life – No hope Video (Scene beginning at Martini’s Bar to the point right before Clarence jumps in water off the bridge) Slide after video Have you ever felt hopeless like George Bailey? What should be an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    All People Matter To God Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 25, 2010
     | 9,971 views

    James speaks abruptly to believers who recognize status. This message teaches that all people matter because the ground is level at the cross.

    All People Matter To God James 2:1-12 * Let’s begin tonight by reviewing our “Core Values”. 1) The Bible is our guide book. 2) God loves us and has a plan for us. 3) All People matter to God. 4) We seek to honor God in all we do. 5) The Local church (that’s us) is the hope of the world. We can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Questions About Jesus

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 13, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,162 views

    Who do you say Jesus is. Because that will determine how you will live the remainder of your life here on earth

    Who is Jesus Jesus has been the subject of much controversy down the centuries. Who was he – or who is he? Some people claim he never existed. Some claim he was a wonderful teacher but no more Some even claim that he wasn’t a person but the code for a hallucinatory drug! Let us also look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How Big Is Your God? Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 14, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,022 views

    Pray and expect great things from God. Have faith in the positive because God is good. Believe in the unseen power of prayer.

    Peter was in a crisis. The church responded appropriately – they pray! • Yet when the news was told that “Peter is at the door!” their response was, “You’re out of your mind.” • The servant girl insisted but they resisted, and gave the excuse, “It must be his angel.” • You see, they even tried ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible