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  • Glenn Durham avatar

    Rising Above Petty Rivalry Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 7, 2010
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     | 6,909 views

    God prepares us for conflict so we will rejoice in the gospel rather than resent petty rivalry.

    Scripture Introduction Nostalgia means “sentimental reflection,” mixed feelings of happiness, sadness, and longing when recalling the past. Nostalgia can create more than warm feelings, however; it can determine our expectations. Probably all of us have either thought it ourselves, or heard others ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Be Strong - How To Win Over Temptation Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 9, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,863 views

    Be realistic (being honest about it), responsible (understand you have the power to choose right), ready (be on your guard), and refocused on the goodness of God, and we will find the strength to overcome temptation.

    Today I want to talk about man’s oldest problem – temptation; it goes back all the way to Adam. • We all face it. Even when you know what is right to do, it is difficult to say “No.” • Oscar Wilde once said, “I can withstand anything except temptation.” • People say the only way to get rid of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Six Day's Of Creation Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,703 views

    The 3rd in our study of the Book of Genesis. In this sermon we look at the six days of creation.

    Genesis (3) (The 6 Day’s of Creation) Text: Genesis 1:3-31 By: Ken McKinley This morning; as we continue our study of the book of Genesis, we’re going to be looking at a bigger chunk of the text. We’re going to be looking at the six days of creation, and then next Sunday ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Moore avatar

    The Sabbath Day Controversy Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 15,358 views

    This sermons aims to clarify the Christian’s relationship to the Sabbath Day.

    The Sabbath Day Controversy Text: Mark 2:23-28 Introduction: The last time we met we considered the criticism of the Pharisees and the disciples of John surrounding the issue if fasting. Now comes another criticism, this time surrounding the issue of the Sabbath Day. For many believers this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kelly Benton avatar

    The Church Is,....

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 10, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,444 views

    To help the church see the need for each other.

    The Church is… Scripture: Ephesians 1: 22-23 Date: 31 January 2010 Purpose: To help the church see the need for each other. Have you ever noticed how some things are just so right on when you hear them? Take for example an email I received some ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    The Greatest Command Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 12, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,562 views

    Something is missing from the church today, and people are starting to notice. Too often the church fails to offer what it advertises: life.

    1. The Greatest Commandment February 14, 2010 The Greatest Commandment Corrie Ten Boom and her family secretly housed Jews in their home during WW II. Their "illegal" activity was discovered, and Corrie and her sister Bessie were sent to the German death camp, Ravensbruck. There Corrie would ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Have You Tasted My Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 17, 2009
    based on 55 ratings
     | 25,004 views

    "Green Eggs and Ham" may be a Children’s book, but it’s main character has a lot to say about effective witnessing for Christ.

    OPEN: Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham is a long repetitious children’s poem that ends this way: For about the 20th time Sam-I-Am asks: “You do not like green eggs and ham?” To which his friend replies: “I do not like them, Sam-I-am.” Sam-I-am: “Could you, would you, with a goat?" Friend: “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living With Mistakes

    Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Aug 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,348 views

    Do you make mistakes? As long as we make decisions we will make mistakes. How does God view mistakes? How should we?

    A young man came to a farm looking for work. So the farmer set him to the task immediately. He had a barn that needed painting. So the task was handed to the young man. The farmer said to himself that it would take at least three days to finish the task but in two days the young man had finished. ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Flesh And Spirit: Love And Joy Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 22, 2009
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     | 3,797 views

    We cannot manufacture joy by trying to be good, nor can we survive game-playing. Joy comes from knowing that without Christ we would not be good at all, but that in Him we are freed from guilt.

    The happiest people I know are not necessarily the most moral people I know. And the most unhappy people I know are among the most moral people I know. I’ll bet you didn’t follow that. Let me try again. The happiest people I know are not necessarily the most moral people I know. And the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit - Who Is He? Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Aug 28, 2009
     | 6,083 views

    The third person of the Trinity is not out there, some where. He is with us, in us.

    God in YOU Series Intro: EXPERIENCE! We remember experiences, don’t we? ∙ I can still recall, in vivid detail, the sounds, smells, and sensations that were a part of my extended visit to India in 1985! After a quarter of a century, the experience of stepping off the plane in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Neil Olcott avatar

    Choose To Worship Series

    Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,260 views

    Today I want us to understand that worship will not happen unless we make the conscious choice to be worshippers!

    Intentional Worship – Sermon Title: Choose to Worship September 20th, 2009 Main Idea: The only way you and I will ever be able to worship is if we make the decision to do so. Issues: Difference between an attender and a worshipper. Intro: Nothing in life just happens by default. Even doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Asked - Jesus Answered

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,740 views

    Some people are willing to fulfill the requirement to attain eternal life in God’s kingdom and some find it difficult.

    Text: “Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? (v. 17) Did you ever ask that question? Have you ever given any thought to how one inherits eternal life or how one can be assured of spending eternity with Jesus in His kingdom? There are people who do not give consideration ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Build On The Rock

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 16, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,726 views

    A life built on the Rock has a foundation for eternity.

    Text: “And the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; for it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock” (Matthew 7:25). As we pass through this earthly life, we are going to come upon difficult times, sooner or later. These difficult times may resemble ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    You Can Trust This Book

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 17, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,280 views

    The Word of God can be trusted because of its source.

    October 18, 2009 Morning Worship Text: 2 Peter 1:19-21 Subject: The Word of God Title: You Can Trust This Book? One of the world’s favorite words concerning the church is “Hypocrite”. And I suppose that there has been occasion over the past twenty years and beyond that those outside the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Life Signs Of A Healthy Church Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 12,006 views

    Sermon 9 in the series dealing with the Biblical signs of a healthy church.

    The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Life Signs of a Healthy Church” INTRODUCTION What determines whether something is dead or not? A medical doctor checks for VITAL signs. Pulse, blood pressure, oxygen levels, brain function Some remain alive but are pronounced brain dead because there is no longer ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance