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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Room In The Inn?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 9,840 views

    A sermon for Christmas Eve.

    Luke 2:1-20 “Room In the Inn?” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Both of them were poor, and when they came to the town, no one took notice of them. No one even helped them try and find a place to stay. The name ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Remember You're Forgiven

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,163 views

    Seeing God’s forgiveness

    What does it mean to be forgiven? That’s something we want to look at this morning. And we are going to look at it through the image of Jesus dying on the cross. We know the story of the crucifixion: we hear it every Easter. When know that Jesus died for our sins. But WHY did he died on that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Simple Facts Of Church Life Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 24, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,423 views

    We must get the simple things right. The elementary principles of church life are among the most important principles of church life.

    The Simple Facts of Church Life (Romans 16:1-27) Intro 1. What an experience I had last Sunday at the home of Ted and Janie Martin (explain story of flat tire and “lobster” cable clamp 2. Ted Martin and Neil tried not to laugh, but Brett lost it. The rest of the gusy should have, too. It was ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Reprobate Mind

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 14,054 views

    Homosexuality is the result of a twisted mind the Bible calls a Reprobate Mind.

    ILL>> Ignorance is bliss! Maybe I should say innocence is bliss. A world of rich possibilities and dreams carry many young people from high school graduation to attend college and eventually a career. These innocent minds leave home and if they aren’t already, they are seduced into allowing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bridgette Nevils Gloster avatar

    There Is A Cross

    Contributed by Bridgette Nevils Gloster on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 23,789 views

    This is a discussion regarding pressing on toward the mark of the high calling inspite of the situations that may arise in our lives.

    34 And when he had called the people unto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. It can be said without even asking that each of us has had to endure some difficult times. It is without question ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Trying To Catch A Sea Monster With A Fish Hook

    Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,555 views

    If we are going to win the lost, we have to use the right tools.

    Trying to catch a sea monster with a fish hook Job 41:1-9 I’m going to be honest: I have read many times in the Bible about this thing called "Leviathan", but have never really paid much attention to it. But, as I was reading this chptr. the other day, I felt like God had something to say to me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Worship The Lord By Remembering

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,766 views

    Worship the Lord by Remembering ) Your past; 2) Your rescue; 3) Your present blessings

    Finish this sentence in your mind: “I worship the Lord best by…” Did you finish that sentence with something like “…by singing”, or “…by praying”, or “…by telling others about Jesus”? While we can worship the Lord by doing each one of those things, Moses wants us to know that we won’t be moved to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    God's Word Leads To A Paradoxical Lifestyle

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,039 views

    God’s Word Leads to a Paradoxical Lifestyle 1) It separates us from the world 2) It sends us to the world

    I’ve always been fascinated with paradoxes. You know, seemingly contrary statements that are nevertheless true. For example the statement, “Standing is more tiring than walking.” is a paradox. Sarah and I were reminded of how true that statement is just a few weeks ago when we had to stand for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Part 10 - Pray Without Ceasing Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,737 views

    Part 10 of the Spiritual warfare - whole armor of God series. Focusing on the power and importance of praying in the Spirit and how it is vital to the armor of God.

    Spiritual Warfare – The Whole Armor of God Praying in the Spirit on all occasions (Part 10) † Scripture Reading Ephesians 6:18 “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Are You Knocking

    Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 11,758 views

    A sermon that examines whether are not we are listening for God’s knocking.

    Are You Knocking By Bro. David Rogers Bethlehem Baptist Church Luke 11:9-10 Have you ever gone to a house and knocked on the door and no one answered. You see that all the cars are in the driveway. You can hear the T.V. blaring, the stereo is booming from upstairs, the dog is barking, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Called To Grow" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,400 views

    Believers are called to come together as an evangelistic community.

    Our passage does not specifically tell us that the early church devoted themselves to evangelism, although we may conclude that they did, indeed, share the message of the Good News with those who did not know Christ. What we are told is that they devoted themselves to learning ("to the Apostle’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    That Age Old Question . . . .

    Contributed by A.c. Morgan on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,052 views

    This message will give you insight on what Satan’s motive is for attacking you.

    That age old question. . . . For centuries many of God’s children have questioned the benefit of serving or following God. To some of you that statement may sound ludicrous; but we can go back as far as the mass departure of the Children of Israel from Egypt to their journey in the wilderness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Be Ready

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,520 views

    Christ is coming when we least expect him. Be prepared.

    Matthew 24:37-44 KEEP WATCH When is the proper time to start getting ready for Christmas? Is Thanksgiving weekend the time to start? Or is it earlier? I noticed that this year, the stores have decided that last weekend – the weekend before Thanksgiving – is the official beginning of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    God Demands A Just Society

    Contributed by Clarence Weaver Sr on Oct 12, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,588 views

    God condemns the descendants of Josiah, who were unjust, and unrighteous towards the poor.

    GOD DEMANDS A JUST SOCIETY JEREMIAH 22:13-17, 21-23 By Clarence Weaver LESSON AIM After studying today’s lesson, students should understand that the Lord used His prophet Jeremiah to warn the people of Judah that He was greatly displeased with the unjust treatment the poor received at the hands of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Indifference

    Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 12, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 9,698 views

    “Again, he sent out other servants, saying, ‘tell those who are invited. See, I have prepared my dinner; my oxen and fatted cattle are killed. And all things are ready. Come to the wedding.’ But they made light of it and went their ways, one to his own fa

    ! Matt. 22:1-14 Theme: Indifference Text: Ex. 32:1-14; Phil. 4:1-9; Matt. 22:1-14 Our priorities in life dictate our choices and our choices determine the outcome of our lives. Our choices are often between alternatives that appear equally attractive but lead to entirely different destinations. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed