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  • John Knight avatar

    The Prayer Of Jabez

    Contributed by John Knight on Jul 22, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 9,353 views

    A look at Wilkinson’s book of the same name.

    The Prayer Of Jabez May 5, 2002 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, "Because I bore him in pain." And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, "Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Two Minute Drill Series

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 23, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 4,475 views

    Have we been given the two minute warning?

    I started reading a book this week that has brought words to my feelings as I struggled with what I believe God wanted me to say today. “Preacher pastors often hesitate before they speak. The stakes are high. For words “name worlds,” worlds that can bind or set free, worlds that can build up or ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Last And Best Laugh Series

    Contributed by Dan Buis on Feb 24, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,899 views

    Sarah’s laughter at being promised a son in her old age.

    They say, “Laughter is the best medicine.” When was the last time you had a good laugh? I’ve had a little more time to think about this question, so I’ll share my answer. Earlier in the week we had a little evening picnic with some friends and at times laughed our heads off. I don’t even ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    After The Fire Series

    Contributed by Charles Trout on Mar 9, 2001
    based on 161 ratings
     | 8,955 views

    It is the design of God that after a great move of God, we should expect a move of Satan. Through the valley and into the wilderness.

    After The Fire: KJV: 1 Ki 19:1 1And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword. After experiencing a great move of God it is to our benefit to be on guard against the powers of Satan. It is not a new notion that when God does a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Empty Tomb Filled With Hope

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Apr 24, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 7,233 views

    If there is one thing we can learn from Easter it’s that God specializes in hopeless situations.

    “An Empty Tomb Filled With Hope” Matthew 28:1-10 Could you imagine a presidential campaign manager leaving everything for three and a half years and investing all he had for his candidate? I’m talking about leaving not only job but also home and family. To have the campaign going great with all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Happiness Is An Oily Beard" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 206 ratings
     | 31,652 views

    Unity among Christians does not require uniformity Community is rooted in relationship

    “Happiness is an Oily Beard” Psalm 133 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Here’s an interesting observation—there is a Commandment about honoring our mothers and fathers, so why isn’t there one about brothers and sisters? There is: “Thou shalt not kill.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    "How To Get Promoted" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,727 views

    We may need to re-define "success"

    “How to Get Promoted” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A few days ago I received an email from a friend in Germany, a fellow Army Chaplain. He had some bittersweet news--he had just been selected for promotion to Lieutenant Colonel…but many of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    "Philadelphia--Church Of The Open Door" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002
    based on 166 ratings
     | 20,944 views

    Christ opens the right doors for us, and encourages us when life hurts.

    Philadelphia-"Church of the Open Door" Revelation 3:7-13 The Letters to the Seven Churches Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Imagine the heartache of an athlete striving to qualify for the Olympic team, only to be disqualified by a technicality. Consider ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    He's Going To Love You Anyway Series

    Contributed by Kevin Williams on Jan 24, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 37,973 views

    No matter what goes on in a church, a good Pastor has unconditional love.

    How do you describe a tree to someone who was born blind? How do you explain to him the color green or describe the texture of wood? How do you describe the sunset to someone who has never seen the sun? It becomes frustrating when you can’t describe the simplest things to one who doesn’t have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Free To Worship Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 12, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,969 views

    When we find ourselves weary in our spirits… we need to worship! When we find ourselves weary in our bodies… we need to worship! When we find ourselves weary in our emotions… we need to worship

    REVIVAL 2003: FREEDOM FREE TO WORSHIP PSALM 27:1-6 READ PSALM 27:1-6 = “1 The LORD is my light and my salvation- whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life- of whom shall I be afraid? 2 When evil men advance against me to devour my flesh, when my enemies and my foes attack me, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How The Cults Misread The Bible

    Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,220 views

    This sermon illustrates eighteen ways the Bible can be misinterpreted. Recognizing these fallacies will help us interpret correctly.

    Have you ever been presented a doctrine you disagreed w/ only to have them quote a vss. which seems to support it. Just as there are rules for grammar, math, and science - so are there rules of interpretation. HERMENEUTICS - the rules for Biblical interpretation. 1st rule - Context. A vss. can ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Keys To Effective Evangelism Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 15, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,785 views

    There are three things Pauls gives to us in the passage that will help us to be more effective soul-winners.

    INTRODUCTION • I want you to take a look in your bulletin for a moment. • I would like for you to look on the inside cover if you would. • On the inside cover you will find a purpose statement. This statement summarizes why we are here as a church. • When you look at the statement, it really ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Terrell avatar

    Hold The Rope.

    Contributed by Scott Terrell on Sep 19, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,710 views

    Hold the rope!

    HOLD THE ROPE MARK 2 I remember reading a story one time titled “Lord whose fault?” I want to share with you this article, there was a young couple invited to Sunday school and to morning worship of a certain church. When they began ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dragging Low

    Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 3, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,954 views

    What to do when discouraged

    Dragging Low Neh. 4:6-15 INTRO: Dealt with anger last week, this week discouragement, both can keep us from experiencing the fullness of God’s presence & purpose in our lives 1. Like a Disease, discouragement is very easy to catch & difficult to over come a. Highly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Blessing Of Discipline Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,470 views

    This message addresses the blessing that comes to those who as disciples of Christ embrace personal discipline.

    Introduction: Bill Cowher took over as the head football coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1992. He quickly showed himself to be a man with a future. In fact, he currently enjoys the longest tenure in the NFL as a head coach with the same team -- which now stands at 14 seasons. Under his guidance ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible