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  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Why People Fail To Develop As Christians

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 18, 2015
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    We need to develop as Christians .

    WHY PEOPLE FAIL TO DEVELOP AS CHRISTIANS Jeremiah 7: 25 Since the day that your fathers came forth out of the land of Egypt unto this day I have even sent unto you all my servants the prophets, daily rising up early and sending them: 26 Yet they hearkened not unto me, nor inclined ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Thy Neighbour

    Contributed by James Ledbetter on Feb 3, 2015
     | 6,045 views

    Love everyone as yourself. Even strangers! We are all made in His image and He loves us all the same way. Amen!

    LOVING YOUR NEIGHBOR There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day: And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores, And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich man's table: ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Bruce Landry avatar

    Seeds Rarely Fall Far From The Tree Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Feb 9, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
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    We will watch as God calls Jacob to Bethel and provides His protection as the family journeys to Bethel. We will also see some consequences of sins in Jacob’s family and things that happen due to it.

    Seeds rarely fall Far from the Tree Real consequences of our Sin Cleaning house under God’s Providence Consequences of sins in Jacob’s family Have you ever known someone who was richly blessed in material things, in knowledge, in wisdom, in relationships? What did that person claim as the reason ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Christ Is My Defender

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 3, 2011
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     | 17,658 views

    None of us could make it a moment without the watch-care of Almighty God. We need Jesus Christ, and this Scripture helps us see why.

    Jesus Christ Is My Defender John 18:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 14, 2010 *Have you ever seen a brand-new baby walk out of Glenwood Hospital? Of course not, and you never will. Every baby needs the help, care and protection of its family. *Well, you may be the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Man In The Mirror Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015
     | 10,206 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: The Man in the Mirror James 1:19-27 I. Introduction A. Well, we're continuing in our series "Christianity for Dummies" based on the Book of James. We've talked about the fact that this series title is not meant to insult but is rather a term of endearment that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    John 14:1-6

    Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 4, 2001
    based on 99 ratings
     | 30,282 views

    Funeral Sermon for a faithful man in his eighties after lengthy heart problems

    Funeral Sermon 4 June 2001 John 14:1-6 Rev. Roger Haugen Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And when I go to prepare a place for you, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Rob Harbison avatar

    Moral Issues: Adultery Series

    Contributed by Rob Harbison on May 10, 2001
    based on 164 ratings
     | 9,425 views

    Adultery is a cruel sin whose pain and destruction strikes twice, both now and in eternity.

    INTRO: Lingering glances. Innocent flirtations. Compromising situations. All of those spell “danger.” Office romances. Out-of-town flings. Secret trysts. All of those spell “disaster.” The more time we spend away from our spouses during the day, the greater the temptation for an illicit affair ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Olen Bruner avatar

    The Power Of An Able Savior

    Contributed by Olen Bruner on Feb 16, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,785 views

    The power and posture of Christ when confronted by our weaknesses.

    Introduction: Today our lesson opens with a father caught in the grips of an understandable fear, loss in his worry over the illness of his child. This father confronted by his child in crisis was compelled to seek out anyone who just might be able to help. Is it not strange that sometimes the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Reality Of Hell

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 13, 2002
    based on 114 ratings
     | 13,205 views

    People do not have a problem with the reality of life after death, it is the reality of hell that they can’t accept. Nevertheless, each person is accountable for himself. Ultimately, every person must choose his own destination.

    The Reality Of Hell Psalm 9:15-17 Many nations have turned their backs on God in ages past. We see the same thing happening in our own lifetime. Nations continue to rebel against God with each passing day. Naturally, we find that the people themselves are the reason for this turning away from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Changed Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 6, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 14,650 views

    This is the 5th sermon in the series "Walking With Jesus". This sermon makes a comparison between a struggling servant and a successful servant of Jesus Christ.

    Sunday Morning, October 6, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “Walking With Jesus” [#5] SLIDE 27 CHANGED! John 21:15-19 Introduction: 1. Isn’t it amazing how God changes us when we are saved? But, even after salvation, it is hard to live a life that pleases God. 2. Part of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Nolan avatar

    Overcoming Discouragement

    Contributed by Dennis Nolan on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 311 ratings
     | 25,608 views

    Text 1 Samuel 30 v 6 David found strength in the Lord his God Having been a preacher now for well over half of my life it would be wonderful to stand before a congregation and say that one always preaches or lives life from the point of view of victory.

    Text 1 Samuel 30 v 6 David found strength in the Lord his God Having been a preacher now for well over half of my life it would be wonderful to stand before a congregation and say that one always preaches or lives life from the point of view of victory. That would however be untrue. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. avatar

    I Ain't Too Proud To Beg

    Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Aug 13, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,651 views

    This sermon is on the story of the woman who "outwits" Jesus. It emphasizes the generousity of God with we human beggars.

    Sermon on Matthew 15:21-28 Ordinary 20-A / Pentecost +13-A August 14, 2005 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, OSL The famous one-time Catholic monk, Martin Luther, was legendary not just for nailing a piece of paper to the door of his home church citing 95 things that needed to be changed about it. He ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Ian Johnson avatar

    An Unstoppable Glory Series

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Sep 7, 2005
    based on 104 ratings
     | 29,604 views

    when God’s people start to seek an eternal view, indeed a view of heaven, Satan goes into a rage. He can’t stand it. He knows that the moment someone sees heaven and tastes it atmosphere, he has lost souls,

    AN UNSTOPPABLE GLORY IAN JOHNSON Sep 07, 2005 1 Cor 2: 9-10 9 That is what the Scriptures mean when they say, "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him."* 10 But we know these things because God has revealed them to us by his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    Terror; The Lost War.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jun 27, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,842 views

    Why cant people see that Gods prophecy’s, will and are, taking place.Many Christians will be immune from violence and terror and then again many will be victims of it.

    Terror; The Lost War. {Terror; Intense, overpowering fear.An emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight).A feeling of agitation and anxiety ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Streams In The Desert Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 19, 2005
    based on 56 ratings
     | 16,188 views

    God touches our lives with refreshing streams in the midst of our difficult times.

    GOD, WATER AND LIFE SEPTEMBER 20, 2004 Isaiah 35:1-7 “Streams in the Desert” INTRODUCTION One of the harshest truths that we ever learn is that suffering and difficult times is a part of life. No one can go through life without experiencing suffering in some shape or form. The once popular ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran