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  • JERRY GATSON avatar

    There Is Life After Death In This Life

    Contributed by Jerry Gatson on May 14, 2004
    based on 68 ratings
     | 32,783 views

    IF YOU LOOSE EVERYTHING, BUT YOU STILL HAVE JESUS, YOU HAVE ENOUGH TO START AGAIN!

    THERE IS LIFE AFTER DEATH IN THIS LIFE TEXT – John 11:25-26 – Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this? There is life after this life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    We Have A Job To Do Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 29, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,304 views

    Jesus left this world to prepare a place for us. He left us with marching orders that keep us busy till he returns. Luke’s inspired message of Acts reminds us of our task and our strength in Christ.

    Acts 1:1-11 We have a job to do. Scott Bayles, from the Church of Christ at Freeport Illinois said something like this: The average Christian in America has heard over 4000 sermons, sung over 20,000 songs, participated in over 8000 public prayers… and converted zero sinners to Christ. He also ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Are We All Wet?”

    Contributed by Ewen Moase on Jan 22, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,748 views

    We have all heard the voice of God with our baptism. Time for us to break the silence of our own lives, to share with others in many, many ways the voice we have heard. The voice of God is calling us to go out to tell about our faith and why we believe.

    Don’t you hate it? You are watching a great movie on T.V. The excitement is mounting. You are getting to a real good part. You are sitting on the edge of your seat. Then right in the middle before the plot is revealed or the plot takes a new and exciting twist comes on a commercial. For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Building Community - Serve One Another Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 1, 2001
    based on 116 ratings
     | 17,882 views

    We build communitiy in the church by bearing one another’s burdens and serving one another.

    “Community.” A sense of belonging, of being connected with people. Knowing that if you don’t show up, someone will notice, knowing that people care if you show up or not. Having things in common – common values, priorities, beliefs. Having people to share things with – joys and sorrows, work and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is The Center Of Your Universe

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 1, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,845 views

    Our society says that we should focus on our self. Reaching our highest potential, getting all we can out of life. Paul however tells us that life should be Son centered. 3 types of people with 3 different Goals only one fufills lifes purpose centering

    Intro: Something about Copernicus and goals. Aristotle and Ptolemy among others (including the RCC) adhered to the Earth centered model of our galaxy However when someone gets comfortable there is always called in (it seems) an agent of change. Along comes Copernicus he was not willing to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Aaron Brown avatar

    The Hopelessness Of The Hell-Bound Hypocrite

    Contributed by Aaron Brown on Sep 27, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 4,600 views

    A searching, satire on the prevalent hypocrisy in the church: with humorous reflections on the preacher, prayer, choir, deacons, and ushers.

    **** Disclaimer **** This sermon’s intent is to highlight hypocrisy in all levels of the church where the enemy is trying to deceive and infiltrate. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO OFFEND OR BE JUDGEMENTAL. I love all people and my heart yearns that all would be saved. He that winneth souls is wise (Prov. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Deacon Who Was Devoted To Jesus

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Jun 19, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,423 views

    WE SEE IN THIS SERMON, THE SPLENDOR OF STEPHEN,THE SERMON OF STEPHEN,AND THE STONING OF STEPHEN.

    THE DEACON WHO WAS DEVOTED TO JESUS Acts 6:8-15, 54-60 Written anonymously on the walls of a medieval castle were the following words: You call me Master and Obey me not. You call me Light and See me not. You call me the Way and Walk me not. You call me Life and Desire me not. You call me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Healing

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,127 views

    What is faith

    Matt 8:1- Faith Healing 7/13/97 Intro: I realize that as I start this message today, I may offend some people. I do not mean it to be offensive, but rather for us to look at scripture and not an men’s ideas. As we go on in Matthew, we come to chapter 8. Let’s begin reading at verse 1. Read ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Apostles Series

    Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on Mar 18, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,150 views

    This a simply expository study of Acts 1:12-26. The (5 points) Apostles Styles, Supplication, Spokesman, Situation, Selection.

    The Apostles Acts 1:12-26 1. The Apostles Styles (v.13) This is an adapted idea from Herb Hodges book Tally Ho the Fox. Let’s look at the list of the Disciples here in Acts compared to the other three lists in Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Matthew 10 Mark 3 Luke 6 Acts 1 Simon (called Peter) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Becoming A Part Of The Plan Series

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,607 views

    This is the third in a series of sermons on Advent. This message deals with what we can learn from the shepherds about becoming a part of God’s plan for salvation to the world.

    The Stories of Advent Becoming Part of the Plan Luke 2:8-20 As we continue in this series on the stories of Advent we come today to the story of the Shepherds these anonymous men who were the first to hear the news of the birth of the Messiah. Remember that for thousands of years prophets had been ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    (Lesson 7) Ezekiel: Seeking Visions For God

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 52 ratings
     | 4,066 views

    Ezekiel was a priest who was trained for Temple service, but he encountered God in a vision in which he saw extraordinary sights. Out of that encounter, he became a prophet who communicated a vision of Israel’s future Temple.

    A. INTRODUCTION: EZEKIEL 1:1-28 1. Age 30. "In the thirtieth year . . . the heavens were opened, and I saw visions of God" (1:1). 2. Occupations. "Ezekiel the priest" (1:3). 3. Birthday. "Take the sum of the sons of Kohath . . . from thirty years old and upwards" (Num. 4:2,3). 4. Captive. "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    The Furnishings Of Faith

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,292 views

    Three things that should be found in the life of any man or woman of faith: An altar of dedication to the will of the Saviour A tent of detachment from the ways of society A well of dependence on the Word of the Spirit.

    THE FINISHING OF FAITH Hebrews 11 could be called "The Saints Hall of Fame", "The Westminster Abbey of Scripture", and "The Honor Roll of the Old Testament Saints." It deals with the excellency of faith. We observe faith worshipping, walking, working, waiting, warring, and faith winning. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lives Given And Resurrected Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,158 views

    We continue looking at the importance of giving our lives for Christ, and God’s response of resurrecting our lives for Him.

    LIVES GIVEN AND RESURRECTED 1 CORINTHIANS 15:29-49 INTRODUCTION: The 15th chapter of 1 Corinthians is an intense doctrinal study on the resurrection. We continue our part by looking at the importance of giving our lives for Christ, and God’s response of resurrecting our lives for Him. I LIFE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dale Miller avatar

    To The Unknown God Series

    Contributed by Dale Miller on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,771 views

    THIS SERMON DEALS WITH PAUL AND HIS ADDRESS ON MARS HILL.

    HFL APRIL 25, 2010 ACTS 17;16-23 6While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was greatly distressed to see that the city was full of idols. 17So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and the God-fearing Greeks, as well as in the marketplace day by day with those who happened to be there. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Heavenly Longing

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 20, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,181 views

    This is a funeral message for a church member who passed away

    A Heavenly Longing 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 Funeral Service for Minnie Guillerman Opening The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God