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  • Troy Mason avatar

    The Call Series

    Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,808 views

    First of 3 sermons on changing the world by letting God change you.

    How to Change the World I “The Call” Matthew 4:18-22 Introduction: This begins a 3 sermon series on “How to Change the World.” We will explore how you can change world for the next 3 weeks. This was not the first time Jesus met these men. They had been followers of John the Baptist and had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Christian Olympic Champion

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Aug 11, 2004
    based on 70 ratings
     | 4,909 views

    The story of Eric Liddle who won the gold medal for the 400 metres in the Paris olympics of 1924 and remained true to his Christian faith, featured in the film "Chariots of Fire".

    A CHRISTIAN OLYMPIC CHAMPION Here’s a symbol I’m sure you’ll recognise: it’s the Olympic Rings ( http://farrer.riv.csu.edu.au/ASGAP/APOL9/olympic.gif ) I wonder if you know what they represent? It’s the five continents – Africa, the Americas, Asia, Australia, and Europe. You see how they’re all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Why I'm Not Mad At God"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 25, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,696 views

    But you might ask, how can I trust in a God that I am angry at? The theme of this message: Three things that help me to trust in God.

    Title: “The Cry of the Widow” Introduction: Life is unfair. Why is the widow crying out to the unjust judge? Life has not been fair to her. This life is an obstacle course. Think of all of the things that might beset us. The world is under a curse. Human nature is has an antichrist ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Help Is On The Way

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Aug 6, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 17,032 views

    God always shows up on time.

    Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1 – Title: “Help Is On The Way” An Encroaching Enemy · The Ammonites being led by Nahash had encamped against God’s people. · This was not the first time the Ammonites had come up against God’s people. · They claimed to be the owners of the land on which God’s people were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Back To Basics

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 29, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,616 views

    A message on the basics of the Christian life.

    BACK TO BASICS 2 Corinthians 5:17-19 INTRO: After a losing football season, the coach of a well-known college team said his plans for the next year were to get back to basics. He was referring to blocking, tackling, timing, and execution, which are the ingredients necessary for a winning season. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Year Of Fruit Series

    Contributed by Paul Shelton on Apr 21, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,588 views

    This is the first sermon in series of four to introduce the concept of the Fruit of the Spirit.

    TEXT: Galatians 5:22-25 TITLE: The Year of Fruit PROPOSITION: By walking in the Spirit, Jesus begins to come out in our lives. We all have different names, but we share a common destination. It is not heaven, but rather is a matter of what we are too be as the people of God. Paul shares this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Into The Vineyard

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Oct 27, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,252 views

    In Jesus’ comparison of the vineyard to the fruitful Christian life, He makes it clear who is responsible for what in the production of fruit.

    Oct. 12, 2003 John 15 “In the vineyard” INTRODUCTION 1. The Vine – Jesus  Genuine The church is not the true vine. Jews believed that to be cut off from their religious institutions was just about as bad as it could get. The disciples were going to face being ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Follow Christ...

    Contributed by Troy Mason on Apr 21, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,493 views

    This is what Christ demands if we are to follow Him: Humility, Ministry, Complete Obedience

    TO FOLLOW CHRIST… John 21:15-19 Introduction: Jesus is risen, now what? Two weeks after Easter, let’s look at where the disciples were and what Jesus had to say about it. This is what Jesus says to those who would follow Him. I. A lesson in humility A. Peter had seen Jesus several time since the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sound Doctrine Requires Sound Elders Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001
    based on 57 ratings
     | 3,762 views

    APPOINT QUALIFIED ELDERS WHO CAN TEACH AND DEFEND SOUND DOCTRINE

    BIG IDEA: APPOINT QUALIFIED ELDERS WHO CAN TEACH AND DEFEND SOUND DOCTRINE I. (:5) NEED FOR ELDERS A. Sometimes The Way to Get Ahead is to be Left Behind "For this reason I left you in Crete" B. Orderliness is Next to Godliness "that you might set in order what remains" C. Plurality of Elders ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    You’re In Trouble Young Man!

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 23, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,449 views

    Being obedient to God’s call even when others do not understand.

    Intro: You’re In Trouble Young Man! I Sam. 2:18-20 / Luke 2:41-52 Intro: When I was about 7 or 8 years old, my mother took me Christmas shopping. Before we left the car she told me to pay attention to where the car was located and if we got separated to come back to the car and wait for her. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    Same Sex Marriage, A Civil Right But A Bible Wrong

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jan 14, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,436 views

    This sermon reminds that God instituted marriage for man and woman not SAME SEX.

    Text: Matthews 19:4 Terms that has distorted the sanctity of humanity: Gays-Men desiring men. Ms. Thing-Gay man. Lesbians-Women desiring women. Transgender-Acting different from the way one was born. Bisexuals-People who go both ways. Transsexual-Sexual changes. Heterosexual-desire for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Terry Blankenship avatar

    The Key To Blessed Living Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 10, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,983 views

    The three components of faithful and blessed living are the Liberty, Labor and Lessons in the Word of God.

    Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm in the Bible. There are 22 stanzas with eight verses per stanza in this book. It is also the longest chapter in the Bible and is an alphabetic acrostic Psalm. Just as your pastor uses alliterations for teaching purposes, the writer of Psalm 119 uses a similar ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Raising Kingdom Kids

    Contributed by Tommy Oliver on Jan 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,226 views

    A four point outlined sermon on the "how to" of childrens ministry & parenting

    INTRODUCTION: It has been said that children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression. This is so true. It is also true that children can make a great impression on us if we allow them. If you have ever seen the show "Kids Say The Darndest Things" with Bill Cosby you know ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    What Shall We Do Now, Lord?

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 25, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,060 views

    Message calling all believers to action; to move forward in servitude and stop delaying.

    What shall we do now, Lord? 2 Peter 1:12-21 Introduction - Today, I want to discuss an important message from Peter; a man who always served - Peter was a servant because Jesus restored him (feed/sheep); we need restoration!! - Because of the life we have led before; we must spend remainder ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    All You Can Eat Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 7, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,655 views

    This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Having It All". The Word of God will fulfill all of your needs.

    Sunday Morning October 4, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Having It All [#3] ALL YOU CAN EAT 2 Peter 1:12-21 Introduction: In my opinion, one of the wisest decisions ever made in the food industry was the invention of the “All You Can Eat” buffet. Many restaurants only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist