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  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Self-Control Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015
     | 5,778 views

    Where do you need the spiritual grace of self-control? Seek the Lord for direction, and let Him mold you into a Disciple that is controlled at all times and in all circumstances by the Holy Spirit.

    “. . . the fruit of the spirit is . . . self-control. . .” (Gal. 5:22-23) Not too long ago I watched the movie “Castaway” with Tom Hanks. He was stranded on this island after a plane crash in the ocean. He had nothing to eat at first but coconuts. He had to master the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Other Resurrections

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Apr 13, 2015
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,511 views

    The resurrection of Jesus should not have come as a surprise to anyone. Because of the resurrection we now have the power to live the wonderful life God created for us and have assurance of a blessed future life in the Kingdom of Heaven.

    The Other Resurrections “and the tombs broke open. The bodies of many holy people who had died were raised to life. 53 They came out of the tombs after Jesus’ resurrection and[c] went into the holy city and appeared to many people.” Matthew 27:52-53 Intro: Hello Easter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Mystery Of The Mark Of God Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014
     | 5,952 views

    One of the most familiar of images of Revelation is that in which the 144,000 Jews are sealed- - - 12,000 from each tribe.

    The Mystery of the Mark of God Giant Mysteries Series May 18, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A One of the most familiar of images of Revelation is that in which the 144,000 Jews are sealed- - - 12,000 from each tribe. 1 Revelation 7:2-3 (NASB) 2 And I saw another ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Turner avatar

    Problematic Patience Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 3, 2013
     | 8,014 views

    King Saul and Esau had a problem with patience that lead to even greater problems. What does sprit-filled paience look like and can we live it?

    Last Sunday I shared with you that when you accepted Jesus as your Savior, you were given a new name from the Lord’s own mouth (Isaiah 62:2). And with this new name came a new purpose. Simon the fisherman became Peter the fisher of men. Saul of Tarsus, the destroyer of the church became Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    ”schematics, Trademarks And Transformation” Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 17, 2013
     | 5,073 views

    Why does our profession often times not coincide with the lives that we are living? Paul gives some instructions on living a TRANSFORMED LIFE.

    ”Schematics, Trademarks and Transformation” Romans 12:1-2 What would it be like if we had to get up and profess what we believed based on how we actually lived our lives? If we were honest, we might say: “I believe in God the Father, maker of heaven and earth”, with whom I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 16, 2013
     | 13,946 views

    I used a jigsaw puzzle to illustrate how spiritual gifts operate in the body of Christ.

    Most of you know that Mary and I really enjoy putting together jigsaw puzzles. It’s a fun activity that we can do together and we can actually talk with each other while we’re working on the puzzle. And if any of you are interested, we’ve even brought a bunch of our old puzzles to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Work Out Your Salvation With Fear & Trembling!

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 23, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 32,839 views

    Fear & Trembling? Why would Paul say such a thing? Because the stakes are so high, because Christianity is not a game or a bedtime story! Because there is a heaven to gain and a hell to shun!

    WORK OUT YOUR SALVATION WITH FEAR & TREMBLING Phip. 2:12-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE PRICE IS RIGHT 1. At a fabric store, a pretty girl spied a silky material that would be perfect for a dress and asked the male clerk, “How much does it cost?” 2. He smiled warmly. “Since ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Exodus- " The Story Of God's Presence"Part 2" Trusting God In The Hardtimes Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 1, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,319 views

    Part 2 . Exodus the story of God's presence

    Exodus-“The story of God’s presence “ Part 2 “Trusting God in the hard times” Exodus 2:1-10 As we continue with our study of Exodus this morning I think before we can go forward We must Go back, for just a minuet Last week in our sermon We studied about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Marcaurelle avatar

    The Love Way And The Law Way Of Christian Living Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 8, 2016
     | 4,585 views

    This message reveals how seeing the Christian live as obedience to rules often makes us legalistic judgmental, and loveless like the Pharisees but love for Christ because of the grace he shows us makes us obedient because we want to please Him.

    PASSING CHRISTIANITY DOWN AN EXPOSITION OF FIRST TIMOTHY Copyright 2004 by Bob Marcaurelle Revised 2016 by Bob Marcaurelle freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com web homeorchurchbiblestudy,com bob marcaurelle Anderson, sc MESSAGE 6 THE LOVE WAY AND THE LAW WAY (1 Timothy1:6-17) Legalism or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Step Out

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 29, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,522 views

    For many of us, the biggest decision we make is spiritual, the moment you decide to follow Jesus and the moment you decide to respond to God’s call upon your life. The Hebrew people are at such a moment of decision in their journey

    Step Up and Step Out! Joshua 3:1-8 Have you ever been at a crossroads, a time in your life where you needed to make a critical decision that is going to have a huge effect on the rest of your life. You come to a moment and have to make a choice about what you’re going to do and the direction ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Andy Grossman avatar

    How To Be Discipled

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 8, 2013
     | 3,500 views

    Four things that will help you become a better Christian

    “How to be Discipled” October 13, 2013 Matthew 28:18-20 ”Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Coat Of Many Colors - #6 Crimson Series

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Oct 9, 2013
     | 4,640 views

    This is study about the different color’s that could have been used in Joseph’s coat. Hopefully through this study, we can get a better understanding of the message Jacob (Israel) was imparting to Joseph.

    This is a series of messages on the coat of many colors – Free Power point is available through E-Mail retssi@bellsouth.net Several Illustrations, points, and the main idea for this series of sermons dealing with the coat of many colors was from James May’s sermon, “A Coat Of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Coat Of Many Colors - #8 Yellow Series

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Oct 9, 2013
     | 6,919 views

    This is study about the different color’s that could have been used in Joseph’s coat. Hopefully through this study, we can get a better understanding of the message Jacob (Israel) was imparting to Joseph.

    This was a series of messages on the coat of many colors – Power point is available through E-Mail retssi@bellsouth.net Several Illustrations, points, and the main idea for this series of sermons dealing with the coat of many colors was from James May’s sermon, “A Coat Of Many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Coat Of Many Colors - #10 Gray Series

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Oct 9, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,027 views

    This is study about the different color’s that could have been used in Joseph’s coat. Hopefully through this study, we can get a better understanding of the message Jacob (Israel) was imparting to Joseph.

    This was a series of messages on the coat of many colors – Power point is available through E-Mail retssi@bellsouth.net Several Illustrations, points, and the main idea for this series of sermons dealing with the coat of many colors was from James May’s sermon, “A Coat Of Many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Ramdass avatar

    Why Most Men Hate Going To Church

    Contributed by Anthony Ramdass on Oct 12, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,144 views

    A sermon inspired by the book "Why Men Hate Going To Church" by David Murrow.

    "WHY MOST MEN HATE GOING TO CHURCH" INTRODUCTION This week I read two books that deal with a major and troubling issue with Christianity as a whole, even affecting the church, and that issue is that Christianity is pretty much the only major religion where there are more women worshippers than ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ