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  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Love Is Real

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 25, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,398 views

    Experience the love of God through Jesus - Father’ day message for 2004.

    LOVE IS REAL On his sixteenth birthday a son approached his father and said, "Dad, I’m sixteen now. When I get my license, can I drive the family car?" His dad looked at him and said, "Son, driving the car takes maturity, and first, you must prove that you are responsible enough. And one way you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Right Food Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,043 views

    the eseential nature of right food in the christian life.

    THE RIGHT FOOD About this time last year I had to go and see my GP because my blood pressure was very high. One of the things he asked me about was my diet. Much to his surprise my diet was not that bad. To me it seemed quite balanced – a lot of rice and pasta, meat and vegetables. I took great ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Golf And The Christian Life

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 28, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 26,981 views

    This morning I’m going to attempt to compare the Game of Golf and the Christian Life. I have found that there are some good ways to help illustrate how we should live our Christian life, through this game we call Golf.

    Golf and the Christian Life Pastor Glenn Newton 8-4-02 Romans 10:11-15 “ As the Scripture says, "Anyone who trusts in him will never be put to shame." 12 For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile--the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, 13 for, "Everyone who ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Day Called Good: A Place Of Atonement Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 15,648 views

    This ten day period leads up to the Day of Atonement, or what the Jewish people today call Yom Kippur.

    (I am thankful to Rob Bell of Mars Hill Community Church for many of the ideas presented in this message) Please turn with me to Leviticus. It is the third book in the Bible. I know many of you were probably reading Leviticus just this morning. Let’s go to chapter 16. When you think of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Repentance Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 15, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,700 views

    When I say “repentance” what comes to mind? The word has become one used primarily in religious conversations. Dinner time talks don’t usually center around the concept of repentance. Yet is a key to our eternal destiny and our every day walk with God.

    For more Bible studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com What Is Repentance? 2 Corinthians 7 Pastor Tom Fuller When I say “repentance” what comes to mind? The word has become one used primarily in religious conversations. Dinner time talks don’t usually center around the concept of ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Leaving The Past In The Past

    Contributed by George Rennau on Nov 17, 2004
    based on 89 ratings
     | 38,934 views

    It’s hard to move forward when you keep the past in the present

    Introduction There was once an absent-minded professor who became so absorbed in his work that he forgot the simplest details. One morning his wife said, "Now Henry, remember, we are moving today. Here, I’m putting this note in your pocket. Don’t forget." The day passed by and the man came home to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    There Is Hope

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 5, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 37,093 views

    We have hope because of: 1. Who we are. 2. Whose we are. 3. Where we are.

    On November 21, 1943, Dietrich Bonhoeffer wrote a letter to his fiancee, Maria von Wedemeyer, while he was imprisoned by Hitler during World War II. In the letter, he talked about a spiritual lesson he was learning from his life as a prisoner. He wrote: “A prison cell, in which one waits, hopes, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    'tis The Season To Sigh

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 6, 2004
    based on 293 ratings
     | 7,271 views

    1- The sigh of sadness 2- The sigh of relief

    INTRO.- ‘Tis the season for shopping. ILL.- A lady said, “I was browsing in a souvenir shop when the man next to me struck up a conversation. Just as he was telling me that his wife was getting carried away with her shopping, a brief power shortage caused the lights to flicker overhead. ’That,’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Place In Heaven

    Contributed by Mark Engler on Dec 7, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,133 views

    Sermon I preached for the funeral of a very faithful woman of God. Can be adapted for any faithful Christian.

    Title: Our Place In Heaven Theme: Heaven Text: John 14:1-6 By: Mark Engler, Mt. Vernon Christian Church, Mt. Vernon, MO INTRODUCTION We’ve come here today with a purpose on our mind, haven’t we? Some may say that the purpose we came with was to bury and pay our final respects to our loved one. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    He Shall Be Great

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Dec 15, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,277 views

    IN THIS SERMON ABOUT THE BIRTH OF JESUS, WE SEE THE PREPARATION OF HIS BIRTH, THE PURPOSE OF HIS BIRTH, AND THE PLEA OF HIS BIRTH.

    HE SHALL BE GREAT LUKE 1:31-32 A roving reporter stopped six people on the sidewalks of New York City and asked: “What was the most important happening in history?” Five replies, from two men and three women, were as varied as might be expected: “The settlement of Jamestown by the English.” “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peace On Earth Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 18, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,485 views

    A sermon for our Carols by Candlelight service. What is the peace that the angels are singing of, and how do we find it in our lives?

    Carols by candlelight. Peace on earth. WBC 19.12.2004 pm. Luke 2:8-20 A mother and father went Christmas shopping one Saturday afternoon with their seven-year-old daughter. The Little girl was so thrilled and enthusiastic about the season. But her parents were just the opposite- - they were so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who's The Boss Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 26, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,542 views

    How much of what you think do and say is under your control - and should it? Learn how Jesus can take control of more of your life.

    For more Bible Studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Who’s The Boss? Mark 2:1-27 Pastor Tom Fuller The story of Saddam Hussein and his rule of the Iraqi people is fascinating. In my mind, the defiant ruler’s power didn’t come to an end in March of 2003 when American troops rolled ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Wes Richard avatar

    Ahab, Jezebel, And A Vegetable Garden Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on Aug 2, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 11,868 views

    Ahab’s provides an example that greed can lead to mistreatment of others and disregard for God’s laws

    One evening last week while our grandchildren were with us, Sue told our 4-year-old granddaughter to go upstairs and tell me that dinner was ready. Her 8-year-old brother overheard the conversation and ran up the stairs ahead of her to tell me. The 4-year-old, still half-way up the stairs, let out ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Unbelief Is Man's Failure

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 23, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,852 views

    PENTECOST 12(A) - Unbelief is man’s failure as some give up God’s glory even though God does not give up.

    UNBELIEF IS MAN’S FAILURE Romans 9:1-5 - August 22, 2004 Pentecost 12 ROMANS 9:1-5 1I speak the truth in Christ--I am not lying, my conscience confirms it in the Holy Spirit-- 2I have great sorrow and unceasing anguish in my heart. 3For I could wish that I myself were cursed and cut off from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • James May avatar

    Materials Of Construction – God Calls For Stewardship Series

    Contributed by James May on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 9,639 views

    #3 in the series on the Tabernacle in the Wilderness

    The Tabernacle in the Wilderness # 3 Materials of Construction – God Calls for Stewardship By Pastor Jim May Exodus 25:1-9, "And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Speak unto the children of Israel, that they bring me an offering: of every man that giveth it willingly with his heart ye shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible