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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Jesus The Servant: Boundless Stores Of Grace

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 11, 2010
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    Christmas Sunday 1987: The way to be free is to give oneself away, as Jesus did. We exalt Him because He became servant of all. That is the way to freedom for us too.

    At Christmas time, all the rules change. At Christmas time, the boundaries get opened up and widened. Children who for eleven and a half months of the year are told, “We can't afford that, suddenly are permitted to spring to Santa's knee and express their desires for the latest and most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Be All That God Has Made You To Be

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 24, 2005
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    In this sermon I try to follow the flow of comfort and directives as Paul uses it in his directives to the Ephesians to live as children of Light.

    February 27, 2005 Ephesians 5:8-14 8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light 9 (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) 10 and find out what pleases the Lord. 11 Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    The Two P's Of Christian Life

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 11, 2006
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    To see a change in our world today, we need to PRAY and PROCLAIM Christ. Pray is to talk to God for men, and proclaim is to talk to men for God.

    2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. 3 And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. 4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jason Hill avatar

    You Can Make A Difference Series

    Contributed by Jason Hill on Jul 5, 2002
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    As a follower fo Christ, you have the abilty to make a HUGE impact in the world; an impact that will last for eternity.

    You Can Make A Difference Jason Hill – June 30, 2002 Have you ever looked around at the world, your town, your work, your neighborhood or any other place you may frequent and wish that you could make some changes? Isaac Asimov once said, “It is change, continuing change, inevitable change ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr. Ronnie Grizzle avatar

    The Gospel

    Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Jun 15, 2007
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    Presents the gospel message as good news today for America and that the gospel is for ALL.

    The Gospel Acts 10:34-44 September 14, 2003 Parkersburg Baptist Church In America today the good news of the Gospel has become sad news—let me give you some examples: Only 13% of Americans believe in the Ten Commandments. There are only 12 churches in the US for every 10,000 Americans. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Now On

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 24, 2007
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    You may possess resources, something that could nourish and help others. But if it is hoarded and boarded up, that stuff will spoil, stain, smell and be utterly pointless.

    2 Corinthians 5: 16 – 21 From Now On Intro: A young woman went to her pastor and said, “Pastor, I really need your advice in dealing with the sin of pride. I come to church Sunday after Sunday and I can’t help to think as I look around that I’m the prettiest girl in the congregation. I know I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Proclaiming The Word Clearly Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 22, 2005
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     | 3,938 views

    In order for us to share the gospel we need to be able to communicate the message with clarity.

    October 23, 2005 Morning Worship Text: Colossians 4:2-6 Subject: Witnessing Part 2 Title: Proclaiming the Word Clearly I have a hearing problem. That’s why I wear hearing aids. I have been accused of not listening instead of not hearing. Do you know there is a difference? There are times when ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Anyone Got A Light?

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 30, 2007
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    The only way to get out of or avoid the dark is to find a source of light. Where is yours? How reliable is it? How easy is it to find? Once you do, how bright is it? How long and wide is its’ beam?

    ANYONE GOT A LIGHT? Sunday Morning, May 15, 2005 Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: Light Bulb jokes Why joke so much about light bulbs? Why are these jokes so common and why do we keep laughing at them? Let me suggest it is because laughter helps to dissipate the deep, natural fear of the dark ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Why Is The Spirit Of The Lord Upon Us?

    Contributed by James May on Mar 2, 2003
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    Jesus had a mission and a game plan to build his kingdom? The mission of every born again child of God should be the same as Jesus’ was.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jeff Hughes avatar

    The Importance Of Missions

    Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jul 24, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 14,310 views

    Why we support missions work

    The Importance of Missions Jeff Hughes – September 28, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. Over the past few months, we have been looking at the spread of the gospel; and if you’ve been here a couple of weeks, and you’ve been listening, you’ll know that God didn’t just start a big ad ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jay McPhearson avatar

    Being Righteous: With My Witness Series

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Mar 5, 2007
     | 2,854 views

    Our Church, our lives must be lived out with relevance

    Romans 13:8-14 “Being Righteous: With My Witness” “Our Church, our lives must be lived out with relevance.” Sunday Morning Sermon 03.04.07 The preacher’s son was 5 years old and always quick to give an answer. He was in Sunday school one time and the teacher asked: is there anything God can’t do ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    What Do You Want?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 10, 2014
     | 3,995 views

    Often Jesus asked: WHAT DO YOU WANT? or according to your faith? WHAT DO YOU DESIRE OF GOD?

    WHAT DO YOU WANT? WE MUST DO MORE THAN BELIEVE IN DIVINE DELIVERANCE, WE MUST LEARN HOW TO ACCEPT GOD'S DELIVERANCE... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: 2 Peter 2:9 The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    This Little Light Of Mine, I'm Going To Let It Shine

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,118 views

    As the candle gives itself for the light, so must we learn the gift that gives to to Light can make a big difference.

    THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE, I ’M GOING TO LET IT SHINE!! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I start burning big candle prior to service. As I start preaching I light a candle in a globe, I light a tall skinny candle, and I light some very small candles. You will see the points ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Butcher avatar

    The Cross

    Contributed by David Butcher on Oct 21, 2006
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     | 9,341 views

    The importance of the cross in the life of the believer TODAY. Especially in the light of opposition in the UK to this Christian symbol

    Galatians 6:11-18 NLT 11 Notice what large letters I use as I write these closing words in my own handwriting. 12 Those who are trying to force you to be circumcised are doing it for just one reason. They don’t want to be persecuted for teaching that the cross of Christ alone can save. 13 And even ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Evangelism In The Christmas Story

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Dec 9, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,814 views

    We must NEVER forget that we are ALL called to evangelize the world around us...

    Date Written: December 9, 2006 Date Preached: December 10, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Series: Evangelism in the Christmas Story Sermon Title: Evangelism in the Christmas Story Sermon Text: Matt 1:20-24; Luke 2:10-11; 26-28 Introduction: For the average believer, there is NO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist