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  • Eyriche Cortez avatar

    The God Delusion?

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jan 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,287 views

    Jesus is Lord, not a legend, a liar or a lunatic.

    Since Christmas is in the air, we will resume our series on “Our Best Life Now” next year, which is just a month from now. Second, I will have a different preaching approach this morning. Instead of a verse-by-verse exposition of the Bible which I usually do, I would present a topical defense of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Truth, Time To Wake Up And Smell The Caffine. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 8, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,521 views

    A sermon looking at the call upon Christians to tell the truth, to live in the truth and to realise that God delights in the truth!

    We live in a society which is prone to exaggeration: think about this I found this in yesterdays Press, what kind of car is this? “The sportier, sleeker, you won’t want to stop. One look and you’ll be seduced by the curves and fine lines. With even more specification and features than you could ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Life Source Series

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Nov 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,326 views

    “North America is spiritually obese.” (Norm Cheng, Ontario Bible League) The irony is the alarming numbers of people in Canada who have no room for God.

    Norm Cheng, this district’s Area Director for Ontario for the Bible League, spoke at the Christian Business Ministries dinner last week. He made a comment in his presentation that perked my ears up. He said, “North America is spiritually obese.” I agree with his comment. We have more forms of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Scott Bradford avatar

    Who Do You Say That I Am?

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 25, 2015
     | 6,264 views

    This message (not a complete manuscript) wrestles with the question that Jesus asked His disciples but also places it in the context of where it was asked?

    In the Movie Talladega Nights there is a supper scene, I have “edited” this a little bit. (Characters: Ricky, Carly, Cal, Walker, Texas Ranger, Chip the father-in-law) Show the video if you are brave, but maybe edit it. “Carly: Supper’s ready! C’mon ya’ll. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    A Forgiving Heart

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 24, 2014
     | 9,918 views

    This message from Matthew 6:12-15 explains why forgiveness is essential and practical steps that can be taken to accomplish it.

    A Forgiving Heart Matthew 6:12-15 (Inspired by a message from Dan Allender) INTRODUCTION: Jesus had a lot to say about forgiveness. When he taught his disciples how to pray (in what we now call the Lord’s Prayer) Jesus said, “Forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Gaston avatar

    The 12 Apostles: Thaddaeus

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 16, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,207 views

    He was one of the 12 men chosen by Jesus to bear witness to His life, death, and resurrection. This Judas was the opposite of another Judas. He became a missionary preacher and died testifying to Jesus’ reality.

    THE 12 APOSTLES: THADDAEUS John 14:22 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR Memorandum to: Jesus, son of Joseph, Wood crafter Carpenter Shop, Nazareth. From: Jordan Management Consultants, Jerusalem. 1. Dear Sir: Thank you for submitting the resumes of the 12 men you have picked for management positions in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Bolin avatar

    Love One Another

    Contributed by Michael Bolin on Dec 28, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,612 views

    Valentine sermon. Call to love the unlovable.

    Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone! It is the day of love. The history of Valentine's Day — and its patron saint — is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Family Reunion Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 25, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 26,136 views

    The ultimate Christian family reunion is about the future even more than it is about the past.

    How many of you have ever been to a family reunion? What was it for? Was it someone’s 50th anniversary, or 80th birthday, or a regular event - every few years or so, to keep in touch? One of the things I really love about living here is how close together the families are. For most of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Roper avatar

    Immanuel - God With Us

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Dec 12, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 30,351 views

    If our greatest need had been information, God would have sent us an educator; If our greatest need had been technology, God would have sent us a scientist; If our greatest need had been money, God would have sent us an economist; If our greatest need had

    Immanuel - God with us Topic: Our Greatest Need is fulfilled because Jesus is with us If our greatest need had been information, God would have sent us an educator; If our greatest need had been technology, God would have sent us a scientist; If our greatest need had been money, God would have ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Harry J. Colegrove avatar

    Luke 5:1-11 Series

    Contributed by Harry J. Colegrove on Sep 18, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 94,602 views

    In this message from the Gospel of Luke I focus on Jesus preaching from Peter's boat. The 3 main focal points are that Jesus ministers to both the crowd & the individual, Jesus was driving Peter to a deeper experience, & Jesus gave Peter what he needed t

    As is typical of my messages I do not have a written closing. Your crowd differs from my crowd so therefore the closing would probably need to be different anyway. Be blessed! Gospel of Luke 5:1-11 We are in a message series on the Gospel of Luke The word “gospel” literally means ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Martin Wiles avatar

    The Side Effects Of Suffering

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Dec 27, 2012
     | 5,449 views

    Redeem your suffering by searching for understanding, asking the right questions, comforting others, developing a teachable spirit, identifying with Christ, and by becoming sensitized to other’s suffering.

    The psalmist asked; Did I keep my heart pure for nothing? Did I keep myself innocent for no reason? I get nothing but trouble all day long; every morning brings me pain (Psalm 73:13-14 NLT). After shooting his mother in the head four times while she lay asleep, Adam Lanza dressed himself in black, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joel Preston avatar

    The Unpardonable Sin Series

    Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,371 views

    Jesus clears up some misunderstandings the people of His day had about Him.

    The Gospel of Mark # 9 – “The Unpardonable Sin” Mark 3:20-35 Intro – 1. ILL – The following series of advertisements reportedly appeared in a daily newspaper: Monday: "The Rev. A.J. Jones has one color TV set for sale. Telephone 626-1313 after 7 p.m. and ask for Mrs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Appointing Those Elders Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 22, 2011
    based on 30 ratings
     | 10,582 views

    Paul gives directions about appointing elders in churches. 1- An elder is a family man 2- An elder is a trustworthy man 3- An elder is a blameless man 4- An elder is a spiritual man

    INTRO.- ILL.- When the Methodist minister falls down the stairs, he picks himself up and says, "That was an experience, how do I learn from it?" When the Catholic priest falls down the stairs, he picks himself up and says, "I must have done something really bad to deserve that." When the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    The Christ Event

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 31, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,491 views

    An Easter sermon that uses a video line-drawing of the Passion as part of the message.

    [[[The following sermon includes a video which is a simple line-drawing narrative of the Christ Event. The video is not original. It was purchased from www.sermonspice.com and is available (as of March 2013) at http://www.sermonspice.com/product/53535/easter-drawing. The timings that are indicated ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    The Harsh Words Of Jesus

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 11, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,493 views

    The world wants peace... remember the Coca Cola song? Jesus notes that his peace is different ant this text is about "judgment" in regards to his Messiah ship. There is evil in the world... our own selfish nature would desire that we build bigger barns.

    In Jesus Holy Name August 14, 2016 Luke 12:49,51 “The Harsh Words of Jesus” People want peace and harmony. We want peace and harmony for our families, for our communities and for our world. Personal security and national security are big issues in our communities. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran