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  • Ronald Harbaugh avatar

    The Bread Of Life

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Aug 12, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,339 views

    A sermon for Proper 14, accenting the Spiritual aspects of the Bread of Life discourse.

    9th Sunday after Pentecost (Pr. 14) August 13, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the power of your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to the proclamation of your Word, that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    More Heart Values

    Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 16, 2006
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    The final four values that shape our church and our Christian walk.

    “More Heart Values” The Core of the Church August 20, 2006 Introduction: Last week we began looking at the foundation of the values and beliefs that shapes the core of LifeQuest. Today we want to continue that study looking at the final four core values of our church community and how they apply ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Second Fall

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 30, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,958 views

    Humanities second devastating fall came at the tower of Babel with the loss of clear communication. Pride absolutely cripples us as communicators.

    Dakota Community Church July 2, 2006 The Second Fall Introduction: We just came back from a great men’s retreat weekend where one of the themes turned out to be the power of unity and God’s desire for us all to be one even though that idea kind of goes against our natural inclination as men. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    You're In The Hands Of The Heavenly Potter!

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 28, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,516 views

    You’re in the Hands of the Heavenly Potter! Yield to him: 1) He has the power to squash; 2) He has the right to squish; 3) He has the grace to squelch

    “You’re in good hands with Allstate.” So declares a popular insurance company. I wonder if Allstate clients would agree with their insurance company’s motto? For example has every Allstate client in the Gulf states received compensation for their houses and cars destroyed by the recent hurricanes, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Chris Powell avatar

    Narnia: The Coming Of Father Christmas Series

    Contributed by Chris Powell on Dec 14, 2005
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,660 views

    This is the third sermon in the series, and the sermon focuses on the gifts that are given by Father Christmas in the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. The sermon explores spiritual gifts.

    The Coming of Father Christmas 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 I. Introduction [Sleigh bells should be ringing in the distance as the pastor steps to the pulpit.] What is that noise? Perhaps sleigh bells? You step out in order to investigate. You are amazed when you look up and see a large man, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Can Learn A Lot From A Goose

    Contributed by Virgil Watson on Dec 2, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,318 views

    If you have heard the familiar phrase; "That one’s like a goose...he wakes up in a new world everyday"...and realize that the reference is made to one that seems to be "out of step", so to speak, with the majority of society...it might interest you to fin

    YOU CAN LEARN A LOT FROM A GOOSE I. EPHESIANS 4:1/ "I therefore, a prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called". PRAYER Verses 2 and 3 go on to state: 2)"With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Only Choice That Matters

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Aug 24, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,837 views

    There is the Jesus bus that goes to the Father and eternal life with Him. There is the Satan bus that goes to death. There are only two buses -- choose life.

    Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, O God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your might to all who are to come. Psalm 71:18 With increasing age comes the desire to have those you leave behind know who you are and whose you are. Many things have happened to cause me to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Kept In Christ Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 25, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,352 views

    In these few verses, we learn: who Jesus is praying for; who He’s not praying for; His special relationship with the Father; and His request for our protection and unity. We find great comfort and confidence in knowing that our Savior is praying for us.

    “Kept in Christ” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts &John 17:9-11, “My prayer is not for the world, but for those You have given Me, for they are Yours. All I have is Yours, and all You have is Mine; and You have given them back to Me, so they are My ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Worth Dying For

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 15, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,521 views

    Is your faith worth dying for?

    Worth Dying For Philippians 1:20-26 September 11, 2005 Introduction Four years ago the clear skies of New York, Washington D.C. and rural Pennsylvania were pierced by hijacked airplanes and a diabolical plan to pierce the soul of our nation. One year ago we woke up from our dreaming and found ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Effective Leadership Requires Teamwork Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 15, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,820 views

    Sermon looks at the importance of teamwork in any leadership setting.

    “Effective Leadership Requires Teamwork” Acts 20:17-36 When the water begins to get rough and a change of direction is required, you quickly come to the realization of the importance of teamwork. A collection of individuals, each of whom is looking out for number one, will not be able to survive ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 3: Generosity Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 24, 2003
    based on 80 ratings
     | 12,313 views

    Third in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #3 - Generosity.

    26, October 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Three: Generosity Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Garden Of Eden

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Aug 17, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 14,375 views

    This is a study on Genesis as it involves The Garden Of Eden with practical application studies.

    THE GARDEN OF EDEN Text: Genesis 2:4-25 W. Max Alderman Comments about chapter 2:4-25 – The Garden of Eden was a paradise. Often, I think about what the Garden of Eden was like. I love to see things grow and I can only imagine how beautiful all the plants were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wet Floor, Do Not Fall

    Contributed by Anoop Samuel on May 4, 2007
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,523 views

    How Christians should hold on to common salvation and fight false teachings?

    Wet Floor, Do not Fall (Jude 24) A wet floor is often difficult to detect, and the slippery surface can cause unexpected tumbles and falls. You might have seen the yellow signs that warn people to be careful when they are around an area like rest room, when the cleaning crews are working. Due to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Seeking Church Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 27, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,483 views

    The first in a series of 3 messages based on the 3 points of our church’s purpose statement: "Seek God, Share Christ, & Serve Others."

    “THE SEEKING CHURCH” Isaiah 55 INTRO – “Get Rid of Clutter for Good” – article in Woman’s Day magazine. Author Lisa Cohen Lee discusses how to update and organize a home office. Gave 4 steps: 1. Control the clutter 2. Develop a strategy 3. Decide on décor 4. Putting it all together That’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brandon Ogden avatar

    The New Year The New Me But The Same God.

    Contributed by Brandon Ogden on Apr 21, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 24,470 views

    Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.

    The New Year, the New Me, But the Same God Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. With the New Year rapidly approaching and people prepare themselves for their New Year resolutions. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist