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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The God Who Made The World Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 18, 2010
    based on 61 ratings
     | 23,055 views

    What about the God who made the world? 1- The God who made the world wants to be known 2- The God who made the world no longer overlooks ignorance 3- The God who made the world proves Himself convincingly

    INTRO.- ILL.- BANG! BANG! The Big Bang Theory - The Big Bang theory is an effort to explain what happened at the very beginning of our universe. Discoveries in astronomy and physics have shown beyond a reasonable doubt that our universe did in fact have a beginning. Prior to that moment there ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Integrity Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,581 views

    Integrity is becoming a lost art.

    INTRODUCTION  SLIDE #1  Paul Harvey told a story of some young men who were late to class.  Four high school boys were late to their morning classes one-day. They entered the classroom and solemnly told their teacher they were detained due to a flat tire. The sympathetic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Tongues Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 19, 2013
     | 3,144 views

    Several weeks ago you learned there is a doctrine of “baptisms.” There at least three baptisms: position, pictorial, power.Most Christians have the first two but they lack the “Power.”

    Tongues Pt. 2 Dr. Mike Fogerson August 8th 2012 A Several weeks ago you learned there is a doctrine of “baptisms.” (Heb. 6.2) 2 Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment. Heb 6:2 (KJV) 1 There at least three ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Whispers In The Wilderness Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 11, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,167 views

    The most amazing thing is that Elijah was the greatest of all the prophets and had the most effective ministry and yet, he reaches a point where the burdens and challenges become too much for him

    The Wilderness Experience I Kings 19:1-5, 11b-12 Today’s Scripture is about Elijah the Prophet. He ministered from 873 BC to 832 BC in response to actions of King Ahab and Queen Jezebel. Elijah’s ministry was closely linked to Ahab and Jezebel who was the daughter of the King of Sidon. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bruce Lee avatar

    The Twelve Tribes Of Israel Part 4 Issachar, Zebulon And Judah Series

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Nov 6, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 20,672 views

    Detailed individial look at each of the twelve tribes of Israel. With focus on the unique name and mission as a tribe fullfilling God’s plan.

    The Twelve Tribes of Israel (Part 4) Issachar, Zebulon and Judah “And Jacob called unto his sons, and said, Gather yourselves together, that I may tell you that which shall befall you in the last days.” (Genesis 49:1) Intro: Today we finish the sermon series titled “The Twelve Tribes of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Praying Life Series

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Nov 19, 2010
     | 4,961 views

    Prayer is not just an isolated act; it is a lifestyle.

    THE PRAYING LIFE Talking and Listening to God -- Part 1 Isaac Butterworth November 21, 2010 Ephesians 6:18-20 (NIV) 18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. 19 Pray ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Encountering God's Purpose Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 20, 2010
    based on 37 ratings
     | 23,082 views

    These verses summarize the Book's strategy, subject, & purpose. The strategy was to use selected works or "signs" of His subject, Jesus, which illustrate Jesus' character, demonstrate His power, & relate Him as the answer to man's great needs.

    JOHN 20: 30-31 ENCOUNTERING GOD'S PURPOSE For many scholars these last two verses of chapter 20 constitute the conclusion of John's Gospel with chapter 21 being John's personal appendix. These verses summarize the Book's strategy, subject, and purpose. The strategy was to use selected works ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good And Better Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 15, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,699 views

    Jesus having dinner with Mary and Martha

    21. Who is Jesus? January 23rd, 2010 Good and Better Jesus primary ministry had been located in Galilee for some time. Now it has shifted south and His ministry is in full swing in Judea. His time here is limited as His mission is getting closer to completion. The shadow of the cross is growing ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Don’t Be A Bumper Car Christian

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 25, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,695 views

    Life is a lot like “bumper cars.” Do you want to bump those who bump you? That may be a fun strategy for bumper cars, but it’s a terrible strategy for life. Jesus shows us a better way!

    DON’T BE A BUMPER CAR CHRISTIAN Jn. 13:34-35 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CHURCH BULLETIN 1. An English teacher was at church reading a poster on the wall (not our church) which ended with “Donations Excepted.” 2. She couldn’t resist and marked through the word ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is In Your Hand? (Part 4) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 12, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,979 views

    You might have something in your hand which is insignificant to the world. Do you still want to hold on to it or let it become a blessing for others? How can you really impact with what is placed in your hand?

    Opening illustration: In the Wizard of Oz … as the narrative winds down, every step of the way down the yellow brick road, Dorothy grows larger and larger, while the seemingly powerful adults around her grow smaller and smaller. Finally, the curtain falls away and she learns what all children ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    That Much!

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 22, 2015
    based on 15 ratings
     | 36,854 views

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    "That Much!" John 21:15-19 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ThatMuch.html Why is there a John 21? Why not just take the great ending of chapter 20 where the resurrected Jesus appears to His disciples, and even Thomas believes and says, My Lord and My God?! When the kids were little we would ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cheerful Givers Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Mar 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,535 views

    Sermon #4 of 6 sermons in a series entitled "I’m in!" which focuses on the ways members of a local congregation will participate in the life of the church. This one deals with stewardship issues. Ideas borrowed from Southeast Christian Church, Louisville,

    CHEERFUL GIVERS II Corinthians 9:6-15 CHCC: January 25, 2009 INTRODUCTION: So far in this series we have addressed the issues of worshipping together, studying the Bible together, and serving together. The assumption is that if “I’m in” as a member of CHCC these are the things I will do on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    The Word Made Flesh: A New Beginning

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 28, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,148 views

    We cannot repair our mistakes alone, because we keep on starting at old premises. What we need, and receive in the Incarnation, is a new beginning, modeled and taught.

    Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC, Nov. 30, 1986, Advent I One comic strip character aspires to be a writer. His crowning ambition is to write the definitive novel, the bestseller to end all best sellers. And so time and again he sits down at his typewriter, poises his paws (must be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Grate avatar

    Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost Series

    Contributed by David Grate on Oct 23, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,207 views

    It is important to remember, when following the Revised Common Lectionary cycle, that this cycle and these readings do relate to each other.

    It is important to remember, when following the Revised Common Lectionary cycle, that this cycle and these readings do relate to each other. This week, Miss Justine’s reading helped us to witness the peaceful passing of the first Hebrew leadership baton from Moses to Joshua, setting the stage for ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Superhumans

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 9, 2020
     | 2,263 views

    In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells us that not only are we capable of living more powerful lives than other humans, but that He expects us too! We're eagles living in a chicken's world!

    THE SUPERHUMANS Mt. 5:46-47 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: CHEERFUL GIVER 1. Hoping to develop his son’s character, a father gave his son a $20 bill and a $1 bill as he was dropping him off for children’s church. 2. After church, the father asked him which he had put in the offering. The boy said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God