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  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Three Men Were On Their Way To Hell.

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,508 views

    This sermon was preached at Easter and it looks at the fate of Jesus and the two men who were crucified with him.

    Three Men Were On Their Way To Hell Easter 4/30/2000 Luke 23:32-43 Matthew 28:1-15 Their mothers had told them time and time again, "Child if you don’t change, you’re heading for a world of trouble. There is no such thing as easy money." No doubt when the two guys got together they ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Loving The Unlovable

    Contributed by John Stensrud on Apr 29, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 9,625 views

    The main idea of our teaches us what we must do in order to hear Jesus say to us "Today salvation has come to this house". As we look at story, we need to ask ourselves: "Have I done what is necessary?" "Has Jesus said these words to me?"

    by Pastor John Stensrud Immanuel Baptist Church Elgin, Il April 1, 2001 Luke 19:1 Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. 2 A man was there by the name of ZACCHEUS; he was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. 3 He wanted to see who Jesus was, but being a short man he could not, because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does It Matter What I Think? Series

    Contributed by Kevin Hoddinott on May 8, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,553 views

    Theology is the biggest deal in the world. Every one has a theology, even if they are not aware of it. This sermon asks us to stop and think about these issues.

     THE ANSWER SERIES Lesson 1 DOES IT REALLY MATTER WHAT I THINK? I Jn 5:21Little children, keep yourselves from idols. ASSUMPTIONS I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    If My People

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 18, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
     | 11,988 views

    In this message we will see how the nation of Isreal and America have much in common - some good & some bad.

    "IF MY PEOPLE" I. A NATION UNDER GOD A. ISRAEL Solomon had just finished the 7 year building project of the Temple of God. A project that had over 160,000 workers, 3,300 foremen and used hundreds of tons of pure gold. And after the Temple was complete Solomon placed on the altar a burnt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Blood On The Door Post

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 20, 2001
    based on 115 ratings
     | 77,905 views

    Without holiness and deliverance, there is no way the children of Jacob will ever posses their possessions

    What is the meaning of blood on the door post and what does it stand for in our lives? Readers of the Bible will recognize four instances of great deliverance in the Bible: a. When Joseph in Egypt delivered the members of his family or race from famine. b. When blood was applied on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 5, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 11,583 views

    This sermon deals with the reality that forgiveness is a choice on all levels.

    Forgiveness 10/13/02 GNLCC 1 Samuel 25:1-30 Matthew 6:9-15 Forgiveness is one of the most precious ingredients needed in building loving and lasting relationships. Let’s suppose for a moment you were the owner of a store and your product was bottles of forgiveness. What marketing ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Step Out From The Crowd

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 5, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,869 views

    This sermon deals with our willingness to step out and stand alone for the cause of Jesus Christ. Not everyone who calls Jesus "Lord" knows Him as such.

    Step Out From The Crowd NLF 9/15/02 OT 2 Chronicles 26:16-20 Mark 8:31-39 Text Matthew 7:21-37 Have you ever seen one of the cartoons in which about 10 people are standing in a straight line. Usually they are in the army, and the sergeant has a tough assignment that needs to be done by ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Beasts! Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Nov 15, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,736 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of learning how to see and how to engage in spiritual warfare.

    The Beasts! Daniel 7 November 17, 2002 Intro: A. [Purpose in Chaos, Citation: Sam Shoemaker quoted in "I Stand By the Door." Christianity Today, Vol. 29, no. 18.] There are, in every situation, two factors: there is what happens, and there is how we take what happens. How we take what happens ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Did You Sign Up?

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 27, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,877 views

    This sermon deals with discipleship and why is it that we chose to become Christians in the first place.

    Why Did You Sign Up? GNLCC 11/10/2002 Job 1:6-22 Luke 5:1-11 Text Acts 12:1-4 Eric Jackson was a nineteen year old junior in high school who wanted some excitement in his life. He had failed the proficiency exams three times and it didn’t look as though he was going to graduate next ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Kenneth Squires avatar

    How You Can Have The Power Of God Series

    Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Dec 4, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,229 views

    God wants to fill our powerless lives with His power and strength.

    Danny Simpson, a 24-year-old Canadian, was sentenced to 6 years in jail for robbing a bank in Ottawa, Canada of $6,000. The gun he used in the robbery, however, ended up in a Canadian museum. The .45 caliber Colt semi-automatic turned out to be an antique made in 1918 by the Ross Rifle Company of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chris Kelly avatar

    The Grinch Is Dead Series

    Contributed by Chris Kelly on Dec 4, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,602 views

    Are you a Christmas grinch? Learn these simple steps towards reforming your grouchy ways.

    The ‘Grinch’ is Dead! 12/17/00 Video: The Grinch Who Stole Christmas I’ve got a confession to make this morning… A fact, that up to this pt. only my wife knew about… It’s not a part of my history that I am necc. proud of…but… it’s something I feel I need to make public at this time… I…I… was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Mary's Christmas, Merry Christmas !

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 11, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 48,304 views

    Lessons of tough faith from Mary that gives us a merry Christmas in a tough world

    Dec. 2002 Grace International Baptist Church Text: Luke 1:26-38 26In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28The angel went to her and said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rev. K. Michael Bryant avatar

    Protection From God

    Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 20,707 views

    Lessons of God’s Protection for us as seen through Psalms 121: 1-8.

    God’s Protection Psalms 121:1-8 Musicians play “The Giving Song” Let me first pause and thank our Pastor. Let us pray: Father, coming as humbly as we know how…I have heard your voice speaking to me and Lord I ask that you grant me utterance now to speak your word. Create in your children ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. K. Michael Bryant avatar

    Take Your Burdens To Jesus

    Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 15, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 38,064 views

    We all have troubles in our life. We have times when things just seem to go against us, but it is at these times...when our faith is tested..that we must be strong. Instead of turning to self or turning to man...we need to turn to Jesus.

    Jesus Is Our Burden Bearer? Father the task of preaching your Gospel is once again in my keeping. I commit myself to do the very best that I can. Clear my mind of distractions, warm my heart with compassion, and fill my soul with faith in your goodness and power. Speak to me that I may speak for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ Our Healer Series

    Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Dec 28, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 13,172 views

    Part 3 of 4 Advent sermons focusing on the Four-fold Gospel (C&MA distinctives)

    Christ Our Healer (4FG-3) I. Why Do I Need a Healer? A. A universal need B. A result of the Fall C. The existence of the medical profession II. What Is God’s Plan to Meet My Need? A. OT record B. NT record C. A prior question III. How Do I Receive Christ as My Healer? A. Through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance