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  • John Melms avatar

    Interdependence

    Contributed by John Melms on Jun 24, 2006
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     | 5,472 views

    Wedding sermon based on Proverbs 18:22 and 1st Cor. 11:11-12

    Proverbs 18:22; 1 Corinthians 11:11-12 Wedding Parents, family members, guests, and particularly to you Sarah and Charles – Peace and blessing from God our Father, and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ: Sarah, Charles: You both have been a pleasant surprise to me. When I received the first call ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    First Century Challenge Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 18, 2011
     | 2,639 views

    2011 is the beginning of a new day, a new year, and a new season. A look at our mission as believers and as a church? How do we live our lives with a sense of God’s eternal purpose in everything that we do? (adapted from a sermon by Chris Spradlin, LifeCh

    The First Century Challenge The Upward Call of God Pt 3 (Adapted from a sermon by Chris Spradlin, LifeChurch.tv) Phil 3:14 NAS Press on- pursue, hasten toward- active verb. Our walk w/God is not passive- it is not- God, I am saved, now I am waiting for heaven. It is living for- purposes of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Rule Of Revenge Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Apr 6, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,403 views

    The sixth message in a 7-Part Series, Shift - A New Way of Thinking. In Matthew 5:38-42, Jesus broadens His followers understanding of revenge.

    The Rule of Revenge • Matthew 5:38-42 Opening Illustration: RevengeLady.com (the rules) INTRODUCTION: Regardless of where a person is spiritually, everyone has a choice to make when they are WRONGED. UNDERSTANDING THE CONTEXT… Jesus draws their attention back to the Old Testament ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    That I May Win Christ

    Contributed by Rickey Bradford on Jun 7, 2011
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     | 7,506 views

    This message centers on the one driving force behind the Apostle Paul's ministry and work--to know Christ

    That I May Win Christ Philippians 3: 7-8 Introduction • This morning we take a look into the mind and the motivation of the Apostle Paul. • His life’s goal and calling can be summed up in Phil. 3 What Things Were Gain— • Things—Hostis (Hahs—tis) In Greek ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God Is In Control Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,225 views

    To believe that God is in control is huge (especially for us 'control freaks'). It takes a lot of faith and even more surrender, but when taken by faith it opens up a world of peace and hope.

    I must admit that at the moment I write this, my faith in God's sovereignty is being tested so severely, I struggle to finish the first paragraph.* I wish I could say the great truth of God's sovereignty was a bedrock of my life - but I confess to have great trouble accepting it - much less ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The "Pentaristics" Of Jesus' Disciples

    Contributed by Kayode Omotoso on Nov 13, 2014
     | 4,003 views

    Disciples have been defined as disciplined followers but what does Jesus expect as the attributes of those who He really considers His disciples?

    Jesus Christ on different occasions identified five characteristics that should typify His disciples and they are what I refer to as "Pentaristics". Disciples have been defined as disciplined followers but what does Jesus expect as the attributes of those who He really considers His disciples? ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lesson 9: Tested By The Fruit Of The Flesh

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 15, 2013
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     | 1,440 views

    How to Handle the Fruits of the Flesh

    Series: Learning Faith From Abraham Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 9: Tested By The Fruit Of The Flesh April 14, 2013 A. WHAT IS THE FRUIT OF THE FLESH? 1. Avoid the lust of the flesh. “Love not the world . . . for all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hold On! Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Sep 29, 2011
     | 5,974 views

    Part 6 of 7 in our summer series exploring the letters to the 7 churches in Revelation 2-3. Today's message examines the letter to the Church at Philadelphia.

    Opening: On the top of your notes... How many doors are in this room/sanctuary portion of the building? Don’t turn and count... just take a guess... write it down. (WB ~ 20/NR ~ 12). How do you know that? I’m told ppl who are bored w/ sermons count all types of things... pews... ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seeking God’s Face

    Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,702 views

    THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE

    Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE THE SECRET OF THE SEEKER -- How can he be so confident when the enemies are so terrible and the goodness of the Lord is nowhere to be seen? I. (:1-3) THE LORD IS THE ANSWER TO ALL MY FEARS (NO ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Heirs Of Grace Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 24, 2012
     | 5,305 views

    As God's adopted children, we have an interitance of God's abundant grace--every spiritual blessing. We do not need to wait in order to receive our inheritance. It is ours now.

    Ephesians 1:3-14 “Heirs of Grace” INTRODUCTION Good news comes in many forms and each of us has specific desires of what we want to hear. • “Congratulations! You’ve won the Lottery!” • “You’re cancer free and you are cured. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    (In Everything Give Thanks) 1 Thes. 5:15-18 (Kjv)

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 20, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 22,959 views

    BUT THANKFULNESS IS A WAY OF LIFE FOR A BLOOD BOUGHT SON OR DAUGHTER OF GOD BECAUSE A THANKFUL SPIRIT IS ONE OF THE KEY DISTINGUISHING MARKS OF A CHRISTIAN

    1 Thes. 5:15-18 (KJV) See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. [16] Rejoice evermore. [17] Pray without ceasing. [18] In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Precious Promises For Your Journey

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,826 views

    reassurance

    Isa. 41:8-20 PRECIOUS PROMISES FOR YOUR JOURNEY 10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Free To Serve, Or Not Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 14, 2015
     | 3,943 views

    We will be judged on our service to the poor--but do our social systems make it easy or difficult to do so?

    Thursday of 33rd week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel Two things tie our Scriptures together today. The obvious one is that they are texts written in or about a time of injustice and disaster. In the first reading, the Syrian king Antiochus IV has decreed that all his subjects would act like ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Remaining Faithful To Chris Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 17, 2016
     | 5,992 views

    The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 14 Remaining Faithful To Christ Colossians 2:6-7 David Taylor August 9, 2015

    The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ, part 14 Remaining Faithful To Christ Colossians 2:6-7 David Taylor August 9, 2015 We are back in Colossians for the next several weeks to finish our series, “The Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ.” I want to back track today to 2:6-7 and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Persistent And Demanding Prayer

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 11, 2016
     | 7,804 views

    Do we persist with God? Do we give up and not bother to pray because we do not believe that he will hear?

    Intro Do we persist with God? Do we give up and not bother to pray because we do not believe that he will hear? Goal Let’s learn that God sometimes will only hear persistent, demanding prayers. Sermon Plan We will discuss prayers for ourselves, aggressive prayer and God’s justice ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist