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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Christianity Equals Service"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 1, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,802 views

    A sermon about "being raised with Christ" in order to "serve."

    Mark 1:29-39 “Christianity Equals Service” In November of 2010 a wedding party was unexpectedly called into action right after the ceremony. While they were posing for pictures on a scenic ledge, a woman who was not involved in the wedding fell into the water and started ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Sing Unto The Lord A New Song

    Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Nov 19, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,950 views

    Presenting song titles to bring forth a message

    Sing Unto the Lord a New Song Psalms 89:1 – Psalms 95:1/2 There was a time on earth, when in the book of heaven. An old account was standing for sins yet unforgiven. My name was at the top and many things below; So, I went up to the keeper and settled it long ago. My heart was distressed ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Thankful For What? Series

    Contributed by Chris Mccall on Nov 21, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,177 views

    When is the last time we have been caught up with just loving Him because of who He is instead of what He has done for us?

    “Thankful for What?” Psalms 103:1-5 NLT Saw the church sign over by the house that said it well; “Nothing to be Thankful for? Check your pulse.” To Think About: I Refuse to be Discouraged. I refuse to be discouraged, To be sad, or to cry; I refuse to be downhearted, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Breakfast With Jesus Series

    Contributed by Tim Spear on Dec 3, 2012
     | 24,321 views

    Jesus has breakfast with His disciples which was an important time for them to remember to what He had called them and what that would mean to their futures.

    Jesus, the God-man: Gospel of John “Breakfast with Jesus” John 21:1-14 Introduction: I have been invited to have breakfast with some important people in the past. My daughters and I had breakfast with Senator George Allen several years ago and I had the chance to have breakfast with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Powell avatar

    Stand Up Or Sit Down (Put Up Or Shut Up)

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Dec 7, 2012
     | 9,015 views

    Sermon based upon the thought of commitment to Christ - commitment to others.

    Stand Up or Sit Down (Put Up or Shut Up) Hebrews 10:19-25 April 13, 2008 AM Sermon God has richly blessed our church with many decisions over the past few months. He has richly blessed us with good attendance and faithful giving. He has blessed us with His presence during worship. He’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Texting God

    Contributed by Michael Vaughn on Dec 19, 2012
     | 3,349 views

    Going deeper in your relationship with God, why that is important, and how you can be excited about it. Move beyond texting God to being in relationship with God.

    I talked to someone who had recently lost a loved one, and I talked to someone who had a loved one in ICU this week. And I was thinking about Sunday mornings, and thinking about this small amount of time we have together, and thinking about how I want to say something to help encourage you, to try ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    From Riches To Rags Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 20, 2011
     | 4,152 views

    We can go from Riches to Rags in a hurry!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I was watching one of those crime shows on the dish the other day. This was a story of a young lady who went missing after going into a bar. • Authorities have no idea where this young lady went, or what happened to her. • In an effort to locate this young lady, the police ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Grandparents Bible Series

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 12, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,090 views

    When it comes to religious instruction and example we can see that Jacob gave his grandson’s four important things to remember him by and to help point his grandchildren to the true and living God. You and I can do the same thing today for our Grandchild

    The Grandparents Bible Text: Gen. 48 Developed from the study by Ruth & Elmer Towns http://elmertowns.com/books/unpublished/Grandparents/GrandparentsoftheBible%5BETowns%5D.pdf Illustration: A few years ago there was a cartoon that showed a little child stumbling over some stones in the road. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Prepare To Meet Thy God

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 24, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,882 views

    A gospel sermon on Amos 4:12 (Outline and material adapted from Ed Wood of Sermon Central: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/prepare-to-meet-thy-god-ed-wood-sermon-on-evangelism-urgency-123934.asp. Closing illustration taken from Frederick Baker II o

    HoHum: There are many important events that take place in a person’s life: Birth, first word, first step, first date, marriage, first job, first promotion, etc. Not all of these happen in every life. Regardless of the person, or the event, no experience can outmeasure the experience of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Makes A Good Father?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 19, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 28,464 views

    Being a good father is more than just bringing home a paycheck and meeting the physical needs of your children. It’s not enough just be a good father by the world’s standards; fathers need to be the spiritual leaders in their homes.

    What Makes a Good Father Proverbs 17:6 When asked what is a good father? One replier said, “A good father is one who provides and is always there when the child needs him.” 1 Timothy 5:8 tells us “… if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Meeting The Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011
     | 5,147 views

    This is the first message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the Lord as our shepherd.

    The most quoted and best loved passage of Scripture is the twenty-third Psalm. The vast majority of Christians can quote bits and pieces of this Psalm. This passage is read quite regularly at funerals or during other times of crisis to provide comfort. This Psalm consists of only six verses but it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Playing Follow The Leader Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011
     | 4,553 views

    This is the fourth message in a series that takes a fresh look at the twenty-third Psalm. This message examines the leadership provided by the shepherd.

    How many of you have ever played “Simon Says?” As you know, “Simon Says” is a more detailed version of the game “Follow the Leader.” The object of the game is to listen closely to the instructions given by the leader to make sure that you can stay in the game. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Post-Christmas Battle For Your Heart

    Contributed by David Tack on Dec 23, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,833 views

    Let us look beyond the pleasantry of Christmas day this morning. Christmas will soon be over; and, for many they will go back to hearts filled with bitterness, hatred and burden. You see the hearts of humanity may appear to be EMPTY from post-Christmas

    Post-Christmas Battle for Your Heart David Tack – December 22, 2011 INTRO: Christmas is a wonderful time of year. It promotes joy and goodwill to humanity and most people purposely spread the spirit of peace, love and toleration! Christmas day arrives and it is a time of great communion, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • C Jordan avatar

    Noah: Building The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 1, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,827 views

    The Bible suggests that we spend our lives building three things: Building the Kingdom of God, Building Broken Lives, and Building for Eternity.

    HEROES OF FAITH #2: NOAH: BUILDING THE KINGDOM INTRO: Why did you come here this morning? To sing some songs and hear some stories? I hope not! Two thousand years ago, Jesus said, “I will build my church.” Not a building, but people. We’re here to see lives transformed, to provide hope, healing ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Romans Chapter 7:1-23 (Lesson)

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,424 views

    Sin is like trying to live with a straight jacket on but, we are set free because we now have a new relationship ...but, before we can be really free from our first nature...it must be dead..we must accept our new from Christ. Lay the old to rest to be re

    10-09-2011 Lesson Romans7:1-23 It's all about the victory In the first 6 verses of Romans 7 Paul gives a great illustration of how we were before Christ came into our life. About how a woman in marriage to her husband is bonded with him and his law but, only if he dies will she have the freedom ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist