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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Worship: An Act Of Community Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 6, 2008
     | 3,717 views

    Worship is less a private choice and consideration than it is a communal invitation from God to join together in adoration and service.

    Sermon for CATM – April 6, 2008 – “Worship – An Act of Community” There’s a fellow who about ten years ago was a regular attender at CATM. Since then he’s had tremendous legal and then medical problems, and he’s been out here on Sundays only very rarely; I’ve been quite involved personally over ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Where Do You Turn - Marriage Series

    Contributed by Jamey Stuart on May 15, 2008
     | 3,714 views

    I talk about the basics of overcoming broken marriages using God’s perscription.

    Introduction: Perspective is a powerful word in marriage. That’s what that drama is all about – they couldn’t get perspective because they were too consumed with themselves – they were too concerned about their issues or their side of the story to even have a clue about what was going on in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding A Faithful Father

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Sep 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,983 views

    A Father’s Day sermon exploring the faithfulness of Joshua.

    (Opened with a "Shaggy Dog" Movie Clip taken from ScreenVue.com) Being a dad is one very rewarding job, but it is also the toughest gig in my life. Balancing work, life as a husband, ministry to a congregation and investing in the lives of more than 100 students at Indiana Wesleyan’s Lexington ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    I Need To Slaying Some Giants In My Life

    Contributed by Levi Wright on Oct 6, 2007
    based on 48 ratings
     | 24,632 views

    Sometime, Life its self will either bring or is bringing some giants into our lives that will shape us, mold us, make us or break us as we try and make a stand for the LORD.

    Banner of Praise Ministries Reverend Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor& Founder “I Need To Slaying Some Giants in Our Life” 1 Samuel 17:1-30 Ephe 6:10-18 Introduction Turn to your neighbor and look them in the eye and say.... “I Need To Slay Some Giants In My Life.” In our text today, we see ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Accepting People Into The Church

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 16, 2007
    based on 60 ratings
     | 7,546 views

    When new people come into the church they need attention just as Saul needed it. Let’s think about specific needs they have. 1- They need acceptance 2- They need protection 3- They need patience 4- They need instruction

    INTRO.- How were you treated the first time you ever came to church? Obviously, if you were raised in the church as a child, more than likely, you were treated well. Of course, if a certain little child comes to the preacher, looks up at him and says, "You have a big belly." That child WILL NOT ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Advance To The Abundant Life (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 9, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,138 views

    God wants you to advance to the abundant life. Here’s how:

    Advance to the Abundant Life (Part 1) 2 Chronicles 7:12-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Aug. 5, 2007 *How is your life going today? -- Maybe great, maybe not so great. But the good news is that God wants you to move up in life -- Really move up. In John 10:10, Jesus said, “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    Christ-Like Witnessing

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 28, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,729 views

    There is no greater honor than to be a part God’s work which is telling others about Jesus Christ. This message gives you Biblical truths to sharing about God’s gift of Salvation

    Turn your Bibles to John 4:13-14 Title: Christ-like Witnessing Theme: Following the Lord’s Example in Witnessing Introduction: There is no greater honor than to be a part God’s work which is telling others about Jesus Christ. In John chapter four Jesus is passing through Samaria. When He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Green avatar

    Is It Worth It To Live In And Live Out Christ Series

    Contributed by Mark Green on Mar 9, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,912 views

    It is worth it to live in Christ’s presence and live out His presence even if it means persecution.

    Scooter…Harley (both on stage). Many of us would like to believe that there is really little difference between a scooter and a Harley. Both of them are shiny, have wheels and handle bars. Both of them can be used for transportation. You can get somewhere on both of them. But let’s be honest. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    "Look Back – Smile And Grow! Look Forward - Dream And Grow!"

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,613 views

    Today’s graduates need to grow from their past experiences and prepare to grow from their up and coming future.

    Look back – smile and grow! Look forward - dream and grow! Scripture Texts: Philippians 3:8-21 – key verse 13 8What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Moving Closer To The Cross - Part 1

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,617 views

    “To whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?” It will be revealed to us, as we move closer to the Cross...

    Moving Closer to the Cross - Part 1 Isaiah 53:1-12 Sermon by: Rick Crandall - March 25, 2007 *Today we begin a new series: Moving Closer to the Cross. It will take us to Easter, when we will have a Sunrise Service, breakfast and two worship celebrations led by our Choirs. *I hope you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Seeing Jesus Through The Holy Spirit: The Day Of Pentecost Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 29, 2007
     | 4,163 views

    For the Day of Pentecost, on the Holy Spirit, prayer, and the reality that God doesn’t do what I want Him to do...

    Seeing Jesus Through The Holy Spirit: The Day of Pentecost Acts 2:1-13 May 27, 2007 Call To Worship Time: Acts 2:1-13 (NLT): “On the day of Pentecost all the believers were meeting together in one place. Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chuck Sligh avatar

    Counselor Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 8, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,431 views

    The word "counselor" has various meanings. Jesus Christ is our perfect counselor in every way the word is used. This sermon explains to us what a wonderful counselor He is.

    "Counselor" Chuck Sligh Series: Isaiah 9:6 - The Birth of the Almighty December 1, 2013 TEXT: Isaiah 9:6 – “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    The Place Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 9, 2013
     | 8,204 views

    1. Seek the Lord's mercy (vs. 11-13). 2. Strive to follow the Lord's commands (vs.14a). 3. Step out in faith (vs.14b). 4. See God's blessings in your life (vs. 15). 5. Stop to give thanks to the Lord (vs. 15). 6. Show your gratitude to God (vs. 15-19).

    The Place of Gratitude Luke 17:11-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Nov. 18, 2012 *Pastor Billy Strayhorn and his family are animal lovers with a capital "A." They feed the squirrels and birds in their back yard. In their house they have a lizard and three goldfish. But when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Vision 2014 And Beyond

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 2, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,207 views

    God is calling the Body of Christ in 2014 and beyond to (i) Be the WATCHMEN for the DYING NATION (ii) Be the PROPHETS to the DYING GENERATION and (iii) Be the PREACHERS/MESSENGERS to the DYING WORLD.

    Opening illustration: Many of us appreciate the Robertson family’s strong commitment to biblical principles and their refusal to back down under intense media pressure over Phil Robertson’s comments in a recent interview on moral values. As the Robertson controversy winds down - at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Make A Commitment Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 3, 2014
     | 5,015 views

    To what are you committed? Why are you committed? On what basis do you make your commitments? We can learn from Mary.

    “Guidelines for Christmas: Make A Commitment” Luke 1:46-55 To what are you committed? Why are you committed? On what basis do you make your commitments? Today’s passage about Mary forces us to consider these questions about commitment. What led her to her commitment? We can gain ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed