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  • Chris Carroll avatar

    A New Year A New You Part Ii

    Contributed by Chris Carroll on Jan 14, 2008
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     | 4,319 views

    . So often when we read our bibles or hear a Sunday school lesson or message we learn about the truths of God’s Word and we hear how to apply it but we forget or get to busy and put off the application part of the lesson. But as we begin a New Year let’

    A New Year A New You Part II Story is told of a pastor who was making a call to a visitor that had visited the church and so he called and a little boy answered and the preacher said hello who is this and in a whisper he heard the voice that said Jimmy. And the preacher said well Jimmy is your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Succeed In Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 14, 2008
    based on 44 ratings
     | 14,116 views

    Five keys to winning spiritual battles.

    Title: How To Succeed In Spiritual Warfare Text: Ephesians 6:10-20 Theme: The keys to winning spiritual battles. Introduction: Resisting The Devil Laurie Beth Jones tells this story in her book, Grow Something Besides Old. She talks about one Halloween night when she had underestimated the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tienes Poder Series

    Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jan 19, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,932 views

    Ni por ti, ni por mí, sino sólo por el poder de Dios

    Tienes el Poder Intro: Uno de mis profesores en el seminario nos platicaba una anécdota de su juventud. Nos relataba que cuando estaba en la preparatoria los jóvenes llevaban sus automóviles a la escuela. Algo que hacían con frecuencia era calificar a todos los carros que entraban al ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Available To Serve - Must Be Present To Win

    Contributed by Dj Castilleja on Jan 21, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,310 views

    We learn through the experience of Moses that availability is sometimes more useful than ability. God choses to use us in his plan for meeting the needs of a hurting world.

    Available – “Must Be Present To Win” By D.J. Castilleja The last few weeks we have been talking about the Church Family. It is our hopes that you will really grasp and take hold of this concept of church being more than a building, more than a place to go on a Sunday morning, but a loving, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Teachability – The Third Step To Happiness Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 28, 2008
    based on 47 ratings
     | 26,869 views

    This is the third "be" attitude - Becoming Teachable. (Meekness) This sermon looks at five lessons about meekness.

    Teachability – The Third Step To Happiness We have been making a journey through the “be” attitudes. So far we have looked at how humility helps lead us to happiness. We looked last week on how repentance leads us to happiness. This week we are going to learn how becoming teachable also leads ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Parable Of Mission Series

    Contributed by Dan Neary on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,849 views

    Fifth in a series of ten sermons from the Book of Revelation, this sermon focuses on the Church’s indispensible role of witness in God’s plan of salvation.

    When we get through this sermon today, since this is the fifth in our series of 10, we’ll be half way through our series here in Revelation. • 7 Churches • 7 Golden Lampstands • 4 Creatures • 24 Elders • A Scroll with 7 Seals • 4 Horsemen • 144,000 and a Great Multitude of Worshippers Dr. Herms ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Love For His Own

    Contributed by Michael Karpf on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,721 views

    Jesus demonstrates His love for the disciples by washing their feet and ultimately laying down His life for them

    JESUS’ LOVE FOR HIS OWN John 13:1-18 Although I have been in Japan for a little over 2 years, I have only recently learned the story of Hachiko. A couple of weeks ago I went to Shibuya station to see the statue of Hachiko. I found the Hachiko exit and even asked the station attendant, “Hachiko ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Chip Monck avatar

    Who Cares...when I Am Stressed And Depressed? Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jul 19, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,969 views

    Third in a series exploring life crisis, inspired by the Outreach materials for the "Who Cares" campaign. This message explores stress and depression.

    (This message extensively based on the sermon starters provided in the "Who Cares" package materials from Outreach.) He is believed to have been one of England’s finest preachers, C.H. Spurgeon. Some may know that he was referred to in many circles, and is still known today as the Prince of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Prophetic Voice: Past, Present And Future Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jul 20, 2007
    based on 29 ratings
     | 10,981 views

    A glimpse into the prophetic voice of Jeremiah and gleaning some helpful hints into living a life for God today.

    The prophets: Jeremiah 2: 5 -9. 29:11 – 14. Jer 31: 31 - 33. The last session in the bible overview we looked at the Exile in particular under the life of Daniel this week we are going to look at the prophets in particular through the prophet Jeremiah 627 BC. Before, during and after the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To The Ends Of The Earth For Christ!

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 23, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,896 views

    We must be willing to do all we can to reach people for Jesus. Let’s look into the Word of God and see why.

    To the Ends of the Earth for Christ! Romans 1:1-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - July 15, 2007 *Mary’s dad lived with us most of the last year of his life. It was a very tough year as he battled cancer -- But it was also one of the best, as we got closer and shared good times ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Looking For A Prayer That Works Part 4

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jul 23, 2007
    based on 66 ratings
     | 3,127 views

    This is the last part of this 4 part series. I would like to thank all of you who joined me in prayer for my brother Earl Pruitt

    DISCLAIMER: Since there are a large amount of sermons and topics and illustrations that are posted on Sermon Central, I feel it is necessary to place this disclaimer on all of the sermons that I submit. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Forgiveness And The Unforgivable Sin: The Unforgiven Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 10,849 views

    All sins can be forgiven, except blasphemy of the Holy Spirit. The meaning of this is explored with practical application.

    This morning we have some absolutely wonderful Scripture in front of us that opens our eyes to spiritual things. I love the Scriptures of our Lord Jesus Christ. You know, isn’t this true: We have difficulties in our lives, we have situations we find are hard to deal with, we have relationships that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Keep The Oil Flowing

    Contributed by James May on Jul 29, 2007
    based on 49 ratings
     | 22,760 views

    When we come to the end of ourselves is when God provides all we need, just when we need it. His blessings never run dry.

    Keep the Oil Flowing Sunday, July 29, 2007 – AM By Pastor Jim May Oil – the very word brings forth images of gushing wells of black gold as it comes out of the ground. It is a source of wealth, energy and power for our world. Without oil, most of the things that you enjoy as a part of every ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Parables Lamp, Seed, Mustard Seed: The Mysterious Principle

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Aug 3, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 13,233 views

    The three parables are examined in detail. These parables are eschatological in nature. These parables are written to give us reassurance in our faith right now and also to give us insight concerning the nature of the coming of the kingdom of God.

    Today in our Scripture Jesus teaches us three short parables which all tie together to form a fuller understanding of who God is and how he operates in our lives. You’ll notice as we read the Scripture today there are some verses that are quite difficult to understand and on a first reading we may ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Vacation Taught Me

    Contributed by Craig Eidson on Aug 3, 2007
     | 5,691 views

    Lifes highway and journey is tough, so how do you maneuver through it all.

    WHAT VACATION TAUGHT ME. BY CRAIG EIDSON Genesis 1:1-2:3 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. 3 And God said, "Let there be light," and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational