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  • Steven Buhr avatar

    A Work Has Begun; In You Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009
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     | 6,708 views

    God wants us to grow; He wants to keep working on us and in us, building us as individuals and as a church.

    August 9, 2009 – A work has begun…in YOU. Philippians 1:1-11 Who of us has a project on the go? Ok, how about 2-3 projects…more? Anyone have something they wish they hadn’t started? Some folks like to work on just one thing at a time; plan it, prepare for it; do it till it’s done. Others can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Of Transformation Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 12, 2009
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     | 5,232 views

    While the Christian life is a process, we need to be making progress.

    A Messiah of Transformation Text: Matt. 9:14-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: As you all know by now, my favorite football team is the Cleveland Browns, and may God have mercy upon me! Our current coach, although hopefully not for long, has a favorite saying when ask about why his team is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    If You've Seen Me...

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,652 views

    God wants to touch us. He wants us to see him. He took on flesh and blood to make it possible. Beyond that, God wants to spend eternity with us. That’s what we were made for.

    Do you like family pictures? When Jennifer was born we took thousands of pictures of her. She would smile and we’d snap another picture. I remember getting a roll of film developed one time and seeing about 36 pictures, (actually 72 with double prints), of almost exactly the same expression and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Watch With Eager Expectation

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Nov 29, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,282 views

    This world is crumbling. Only our Redeemer can lift our hearts. How does he prepare us to stand in the day of his return? How does this change our lives now? Parts: A. Seeing the signs of a failing world. B. Waiting for your Redeemer.

    Text: Luke 21:25-36 Theme: Watch with Eager Expectation A. Seeing the signs of a failing world B. Waiting for your Redeemer Season: Advent 1c Date: November 29, 2009 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Watch-with-Eager-Expectation-Luke21_25-36.html Grace and peace to you from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Hounds Of Heaven Series

    Contributed by Larry Wise on Dec 3, 2009
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     | 11,789 views

    A different look at the last verse of Psalm 23

    The Hounds of Heaven Psalm 23:6 Ok. It’s time to break down some fairy tales. Did you know that the Disney version of The Little Mermaid is an adaptation of a Hans Christian Anderson story? Actually, it is a perversion of it. The Little Mermaid is an example of how Hollywood prefers a happy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Your Plans Get Messed Up (09)

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 4, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,098 views

    When YOUR plans get messed up, maybe God has something better for you!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Do you get frustrated when you plan something out only to have something mess up those plans? • Maybe you were traveling somewhere for Christmas only to have storm come through that did not allow you to get to your destination? • You send out gifts that do not make it on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be In Human Services! Series

    Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 29, 2010
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     | 5,220 views

    God calls each of us to the Adventure of Life He has set before us. Everyone has his or her own path, but we all have the same call. Today we examine the call to love others.

    Choose Your Adventure “Be in Human Services!” – Luke 10 Last week we concluded a series titled, “Your Mission”… As a pastoral staff, we felt it was important to begin the year by remembering and refocusing ourselves as a church body to the Mission that God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Lost And Found Proverbs

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 1, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,890 views

    This collection of 137 proverbs was spoken by Solomon and most likely copied into a collection during the reign of Judah’s king, Hezekiah. These proverbs were added to the collection of Proverbs. King Hezekiah tried to bring revival to Judah, he elevated

    Lost and Found Proverbs Proverbs 25:1-28 These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied:2 It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, But the glory of kings is to search out a matter. 3 As the heavens for height and the earth for depth, So the heart of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Most Glorious Day In History

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 3, 2010
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     | 5,169 views

    Easter morning celebration. Praying the Lord will use this and you have an amazing service.

    The most glorious day in history Matthew 28:1-10 Matthew 28:1-10 Introduction Last week we talked about Palm Sunday. The triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into the city of Jerusalem. We took a hard look at those that were cheering him and how quickly ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Mighty To Save

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 5, 2010
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     | 5,583 views

    Easter message based on how Jesus - mighty to rise - is also mighty to save.

    Mighty to Save 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 Easter Sunday, April 4 2010 Introduction I struggled with this message probably more than any message I’ve ever preached in my 10+ years of preaching. I started the message earlier in the week, but had some health issues get in the way of working in it ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Breakthrough Of The Resurection Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 6, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,984 views

    We all too often have a religious experience easter, christmas, other holy holidays. However what you need more than anything is a righteous encounter with the person of Jesus Chrsit. The breakthrough of the resurrection is afull life.

    Intro: What a wonderful passage its fast paced, filled with espionage, excitement and the supernatural. Sounds like something Hollywood dreamed up doesn’t it? However as we look at this passage it is not filled with lights and sounds but the light of the world and the darkness of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Is Baptism So Important?

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 8, 2010
     | 4,445 views

    Baptism is important because it is a sign on the outside of what has already happened on the inside.

    Why Is Baptism So Important? Texts: Act 2:37-38; Rom. 6:3-4; Gal. 3:27 Introduction 1. Have you ever wondered why baptism is so important? 2. Baptism by itself won't save you. I once heard a Black Baptist preacher say, "You can go down a dry devil and come up a wet one!" 3. Baptism won't make ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Life Of Repentance - #1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 11, 2010
     | 6,519 views

    In order to make a difference, a person must actually be different.

    Believers who are “M.A.D.” “A Life of Repentance” Acts 26:12-20 * Much of human behavior seems to be controlled by circumstances, actions, and situations. More often than not, we choose not to act until something happens to us (or our family). Then when something goes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Jesus' Prayer For Himself (Part 1b) Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,686 views

    A sermon examining Jesus' High Priestly Prayer.

    JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER (Part 1b: Jesus’ Prayer For Himself) John 17:2 On the eve of the Crucifixion Jesus spent His final hours giving some important instructions to His closest followers. At some point (likely just before they arrived at Gethsemane) Jesus transitioned from teaching the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Home Security

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,674 views

    Protecting the 'home front' of our church from the enemies' attacks from without and within.

    HOME SECURITY MATTHEW 12:22-37 Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, January 3, 2010 AM INTRODUCTION: (mole theme adapted from Pastor Joseph Smith, Sept. 01, sermoncentral.com) Have you ever had a turf war with a mole? Moles are unpleasant, destructive, and even dangerous animals. How? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist